Principal's Update

Quarter 1 is almost in the books! But before you close the chapter, here's a question: Do you actually know how your grades are calculated? Checking Skyward is a good start, but understanding why you have a particular grade is even more important. A missing assignment, a low test score, or a heavily weighted category can make a bigger difference than you might realize.

There's a well-known saying, attributed to management expert Peter Drucker who said "What gets measured gets managed." In other words, when you pay attention to something, you're better equipped to do something about it. That's a pretty good way to think about your grades. It's more than a report card. It's information you can use. Which assignments are missing? Which categories carry the most weight? Knowing where you stand helps you make smarter decisions about what to do next.

At PHHS, we talk about THINK-COMMUNICATE-ACT, and this is a perfect example. THINK about what your grades are telling you. COMMUNICATE with your teachers when you have questions. ACT on what you can still improve. Taking ownership doesn't mean having perfect grades. It means knowing where you stand and what to do next.

Look at your missing assignments, category weights, and recent scores. For grades that need to be improved identify one specific action you can take before the quarter ends that will make the biggest impact on your grade.

Ask your student to show you how one of their grades is calculated. Instead of focusing only on the percentage, ask, "What is this grade telling you, and what's your next step?"

• End of Quarter 1 & End of Term Deadline THIS FRIDAY!
• Math Tutoring
• Orchestra Concert
• Library Contest

• Rosecrest & Mountain View Road Closure
• Volleyball Senior Night
• School Store
• Drivers Education
• College Newsletter

Need help with homework, want a place to study, or have a math question? Free Math Help is available for all PHHS math subjects and Math Credit Recovery. Students can drop in, work independently or with friends, and get help from a math teacher when they need it.

• ⏰ Tuesdays | 3:00–5:00 PM
• 📍 Room 246
• 💲 Free — no appointment needed!

Come and go as needed—you do not need to stay the entire time.

Let's turn the stands PINK for our last regular-season home football game! This Friday, October 16, we're celebrating Senior Night for our football players, cheerleaders, and pep band while showing our support for breast cancer awareness.

Here's the challenge: If we can pack the student section with at least 125 PHHS students wearing PINK by the end of the first quarter, the whole school earns a FREE DRESS DOWN DAY!

Senior recognition begins at 6:00 PM, with kickoff at 7:00 PM. Let's fill those stands, celebrate our seniors, and kick off Fall Break with a win!

We’ll be featuring STAUFFER, BERTOCH, & JOHANSEN in next week’s PHHS All Star Spotlight, so we especially need your stories, comments, and shout-outs for them this week.

Tell us what makes these teachers great, something they do for students, a strength you appreciate, or simply a moment when they made a difference.

Volleyball Senior Night falls during Fall Break, but that doesn't mean we can't pack the stands and celebrate our seniors!

The first 24 students at the game get FREE PIZZA! And there's even more on the line:

• 50 students at the game = 1 FREE dress down day!

• 100 students at the game = 2 FREE dress down days!

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Plus, we're having an Under the Sea dress-up contest, and the best-dressed student will win a GIFT CARD!

Come support our seniors, get creative with your Under the Sea outfits, and help the whole school earn some free dress down days!

Graduation may still feel a little ways off, but it’s never too early to start thinking about what comes next. This newsletter is designed to help students and families stay informed, plan ahead, and make the senior year a little less overwhelming.

You don’t have to have your whole future figured out right now, but starting early gives you more options later.

Our sponsorship program provides students with a structured way to seek sponsorships from local businesses and community members to help offset school fees for athletics and activities.

If you are interested in participating, please review the attached sponsorship packet and complete the required forms before reaching out to potential sponsors.

ATHLETICS: Scott Fields - sfields@providencehall.com

ACTIVITIES: Jill Stark - jstark@providencehall.com

Daniels Scholarship

Up to a full cost-of-attendance scholarship for students who demonstrate strong character, leadership, and commitment to service.

More information: https://danielsfund.org/our-work/scholarships/

Deadline: October 15, 2026

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) High School Scholarship

A $2,000 scholarship for high school seniors planning to pursue a degree and career in strength and conditioning, with consideration given to future goals and community service.

More information: https://www.nsca.com/about-us/nsca-foundation/scholarships/

Deadline: October 15, 2026

Overcoming Adversity Through Sports Scholarship

A $2,000 scholarship for high school seniors and college student-athletes who have overcome challenges and grown stronger through sports.

More information: https://www.kevinmcmanuslaw.com/the-kevin-mcmanus-law-overcoming-adversity-through-sports-scholarship/

Deadline: October 30, 2026

Stand Up to Distracted Driving Scholarship

Five $1,000 scholarships for students who help raise awareness and fight distracted driving.

More information: https://www.kanoski.com/community-involvement/distracted-driving-scholarship

Deadline: November 9, 2026

Overcoming the Impossible Scholarship

A $1,000 scholarship for a student who has overcome a traumatic experience and used it as an opportunity for growth.

More information: https://largeylaw.com/largey-law-overcoming-the-impossible-scholarship/

Deadline: November 30, 2026

Future Leaders in Technology Scholarship Fund

A scholarship for students pursuing technology careers, based on academics, recommendations, and future goals.

More information: https://connect-community.org/future-leaders-of-it/

Deadline: December 1, 2026

North American Van Lines Logistics Scholarship

Three $1,000 scholarships for students pursuing a degree in logistics or supply chain management.

More information: https://www.northamerican.com/scholarship

Deadline: December 15, 2026

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