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As we head into the Thanksgiving Holiday, I just want to take a minute to give thanks to our awesome parents and community!

Thank you for all of your support, dedication, and service to our school community. You are always willing to support your student, our teachers/staff, and our various clubs and organizations. Much of the work that we are able to accomplish is in partnership with parents/community members, and for that I am grateful! I'm thankful for being a part of this wonderful school and community.

I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving break!

Senior parents, it's time for your student to order their cap and gown!

Please visit Hereford’s Josten’s School store to purchase your class of 2026 cap and gown. Please note that only the “cap and gown unit” are required for graduation. All other packages and additions are optional.

Please have all orders completed by the end of the quarter, January 16th, so we have time to cross-reference purchases and ensure all seniors receive a cap and gown. If you have questions, please reach out to the senior class advisors, Brittney Beer or Sarah Looney.

Veteran and Social Studies Teacher, Mr. Marcus Robinson, was featured on WMAR last week for Veterans Day. Click the link below to watch the awesome spotlight video.

Last week, the For Our Troops Club hosted the 2nd Annual Veterans Day Breakfast. The students did a great job of serving breakfast and celebrating the veterans in the community! It was a well attended event, and we hope to see even more veterans at the 3rd Annual Veterans Day Breakfast next year.

The annual HHS College & Career Fair happened last week. It was an awesome opportunity for our students to meet with over 50 representatives from various colleges, trades, business and military. Our students were engaged and excited to speak with these reps!

Mr. Robinson and Mr. Grace are collaborating to bring history to life in our AP African American Studies classes. Thanks to a grant from the Education Foundation of BCPS, our students are creating resistance pots in the style of David Drake. I was in the class the other day, and was impressed to see the works in process. The students did an awesome job!

A HUGE Congratulations to our Girls Cross Country Team for winning the 2025 MPSSAA 2A State Championship!

Our team had three top 10 finishers:

-Dempsey Nelson - 3rd

-Charlie Brill - 4th

-Kylie Jacobson - 6th

Congrats to the whole team, and we are hoping for a repeat next year!

Below is a link to the full results from the meet.

https://results.mdtimingllc.com/meets/58974/events/xc/2154472

Congratulations to our Boys Cross Country Team for finishing as runner-up in the 2025 MPSSAA 2A State Championship!

Our team had three top 10 finishers:

-Eli Aitken - 4th

-James Wyatt - 10th

Congrats for a great season, and we are rooting for a State Championship next year!

Below is a link to the full results from the meet.

https://results.mdtimingllc.com/meets/58974/events/xc/2154474

The BCPS Online Learning Program is now accepting applications to the lottery for the limited seats in the program next year. The link below has an informational video, and the link to apply for the lottery. If you have any questions, reach out to your school counselor or the folks at the OLP program.

https://elearning.bcps.org/

The annual FFA Holiday Poinsettia Sale is now live! Each Poinsettia is $12, and can be purchased using the link below.

https://osp.osmsinc.com/BaltimoreCountyMD/BVModules/ProductTemplates/Bvc2013/Product.aspx?productid=EI473-228

Pick-up is Thursday, December 4th between the hours of 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM at the Hereford High Greenhouse. Specific information will be emailed prior to the pick-up date. All poinsettias are grown locally in Baltimore County. Contact Erika Edwards with questions ~ eedwards4@bcps.org

Click the link below for the latest news and updates from our world class School Counseling team!

Click the document linked below for career related updates and field trip information from Mr. Baier, Ms. Smith, and Ms. Kovack.

Coping Skills

Looking ahead to holiday gatherings, events and activities may fill you with anticipation and excitement, along with a little angst. You may feel that build-up of anxiety as the holidays approach. High, and sometimes unrealistic expectations for the holidays can add to the stress. Here are some coping strategies to help you bolster your mental health during the holidays and enjoy the time with loved ones.

7 tips for managing your mental health during the holidays

10 tips to reduce stress and take care of yourself during the holidays | Cultivating Health | UC Davis Health

TALK Space APP - (High School)- Text Messaging Therapy- Connects students to a licensed provider based on their needs- Therapist are vetted through the BCPS fingerprinting progress. https://www.bcps.org/dos/department_of_student_support_services/mental_health_services/talkspace

The Hereford Sports Boosters are selling spirit wear at the link below. Give it a look as you are looking for holiday gifts. The store closes on November 27th.

http://www.getgearnow.com/herefordclub

Thursday & Friday, November 27-28 - Thanksgiving Break, Schools/Offices Closed

Email: rcovert@bcps.org
Website: https://herefordhs.bcps.org/
Location: 17301 York Road, Parkton, MD, USA
Phone: 443-809-1905