Hawk News 9/19/2025

Fall officially begins on Monday, and hopefully, cooler weather is right behind it. We’ve wrapped up six weeks of school with thirty more to go. The weeks are flying by, and the workload continues to grow. We know there’s a lot happening, and the next three weeks leading into the end of the grading period will be no exception. Please stay on top of your assignments and make sure you’re prioritizing tasks for both A days and B days.

As a reminder, we are now in the full implementation phase of the Personal Electronic Device policy. During the first two days, we collected quite a few devices. Students may not use personal electronic devices during the instructional day, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. If a device is confiscated, parents will be contacted to pick it up.

The best way to avoid this is simple: put your device away at 9:00 a.m. and don’t take it out again until the final bell. If you follow the rule, your device will stay with you all day, we know you can do better than what we’ve seen so far. Let’s start fresh and finish this grading period strong.

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On Thursday, September 18, we shifted to full implementation of the district's student personal device guidelines. Students caught with a personal electronic device will have it confiscated and returned only to a parent/guardian.

Seniors Bridgette Kelleher, Thien Dang, Robert Fife, and WIlliam Hackett were announced as Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. This was achieved through their PSAT scores last year. PSAT for the class of 2027 is coming up on October 14th.

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Student IDs must be worn and be visible.

The details of the PfISD policy can be found here.

IPR 2 Snapshot (UIL GAIN/LOSE)

Volleyball vs. Georgetown (Middle School Night)

Varsity Football at Lockhart 7 pm

Saturday School 9am -12pm

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🍂First Day of Fall🍂

Senior Celebration Meeting 6 pm - 8 pm

Volleyball at PHS

Tennis at PHS

Meet at the Pole 8:15 am

SD Dance Clinic 4:30 pm

Freshman Football vs. WHS

Underclassman School Photos

Pep Rally Big Gym 9am

Varsity Football vs. WHS 7 pm Pfield

Tennis vs. CHS

Volleyball vs. CHS (Parent Night)

Willie's Grill & Icehouse has donated $20 gift cards that will be given out to the Hawk Staff of the Week! Thanks for being an awesome neighbor.

Mr. Schoolar is a fantastic AP, that jumps into action when students need him.

Texas College Week – ApplyTexas Opportunity
During the new Free Texas College Week (October 13–19, 2025), students can submit applications to Texas colleges using ApplyTexas www.applytexas.org at no cost. This is a great chance to explore college options and submit applications if you haven’t yet.

Recommendation: If financially possible, we highly encourage students to complete their college applications earlier through Common App www.commonapp.org. Applying early can give you more time to explore scholarships, financial aid, and ensure everything is submitted on time.

*Students who qualify for free or reduced lunch can receive a waiver for college application fees, so they don’t need to wait for Free Texas College Week to apply.

FCA Meeting Tuesday 2/23 in the Dance Room after school

National See You At The Pole on Wednesday 9/24 at 8:15am

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We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to Switzerland, Italy, France, Spain in Summer 2026, and we’d love for your student to join us!

This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. I’ll be sharing all the details, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, trip costs, and how to secure a spot at our informational meeting.

Meeting details:

Date: September 23

Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Zoom Meeting

RSVP here to join us: https://rsvp.eftours.com/g4j984p

We’ll also open enrollment during the meeting—spots are limited, and I would love to help you secure this experience for your child.

In the meantime, please visit EF’s website to get answers to common parent questions. EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have 60 years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably.

I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life!

Best,

Pilar Lira

Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip.

The Choir Booster Club is holding a mandatory parent meet on Wednesday, September 17th at 6:00 pm in the Choir Room

Underclassmen photos will be September 25 & 26 through English class.

Senior pictures have to be taken by CADY Photography. You can take them either at their studio in Cedar Park, or they will be on campus October 7 and November 11, 12. Even if the photo is taken on campus, you have to set up an appointment on their website, here. The free session, they call it Yearbook Only, includes the senior portrait in an outfit of your choice and a cap and gown.

You have the option to take more photos with more outfits, but they do charge a sitting fee for those.

Please email kari.riemer@pfisd.net for any questions about yearbooks or school pictures/senior portraits.

The yearbook order site is open. To order a yearbook, go here. Books are at the lowest price they will be all year.

Senior parents interested in tribute ads, those are also already available for purchase. You can purchase now and turn in the photos and message later--just type will submit later in the text spots.

Students must provide completed permit agreement, valid drivers’ license, proof of insurance, and $25 annual fee (paid by cash or check). Permit should be affixed on the front windshield, inside lower right-hand corner and must be in original, purchased condition. Students may park only in the general student parking lots (A, B & C) located on the southwest part of the property as well as the lots located near the athletic Fieldhouse and tennis courts. Students are strictly prohibited from parking in Faculty Parking areas and will be ticketed and/or immobilized (booted). Citations for not having a permit are $25 and parking in non-student areas are $15. Also seniors who have bought parking spots have exclusive rights to the space during school hours.

Email: Michael.Grebb@pfisd.net

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