PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES CHANGES

Due to some unanticipated conflicts, we have changed the date of our Parent Teacher Conferences from Tuesday, October 27, to Thursday, November 5, 2009.  The times for conferences remain unchanged, 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  Given the array of activities at HUHS, it is nearly impossible to find an evening without any conflicts.  A few teachers will not be able to attend conferences due to conflicts with other activities particularly the upcoming musical. Feel free to call or send an email to any teachers who will be unable to attend conferences.  The teachers' room assignments are available from the link on the left side.  Please bring this sheet with you when you come to conferences.

Parents can park in the north lot or behind the school as well.  We ask parents to please register in the Main Lobby. We would like to remind parents to limit their meeting time with each teacher to five minutes or less.   We hope, as much as possible, to avoid long lines at the conferences.  If, as a parent, you feel the five minute limit is insufficient, please feel free to call or email the teacher with your concerns or questions.

The HUHS Counseling Department is attempting to reschedule the Financial Aid Workshop for the November 5 evening also. This meeting is to discuss scholarship and financial aid information with parents and students.  Please check the HUHS website for further updates on this meeting.  There will be a Financial Aid Workshop at Slinger High School on November 11 for those of you unable to make the November 5 meeting at HUHS.

Please note the new date for Parent Teacher Conferences, Thursday, November 5, 2009

ADVANCED PLACEMENT TESTS

Advanced Placement tests provide an opportunity for students to earn college credit while still in high school.  Advanced Placement coursework has several advantages.  AP courses better prepare students for the rigors and demands of college.  Students who take AP courses sometimes struggle somewhat because the demands and expectations of AP courses are more intense.  However, it is advantageous for students to become acclimated to the demands of college coursework before entering the actual college environment.  There is also a distinct economic advantage to AP courses.  AP students often begin college as 2nd semester freshmen, or even with sophomore status due to the AP credits they earned in high school.  Consequently, AP students not only save on tuition, they also hasten the time needed to complete their college education, start of their careers, and earn a regular income. 

While testing and test results should not be our singular focus as educators, AP test results do provide us with an academic barometer as we attempt to instill in our students the desire to achieve and strive for academic excellence in elective and required content areas alike.  We have seen a rather dramatic rise in the number of students taking AP tests in recent years.  This trend is continuing during the current school year based on our AP enrollments.  AP course enrollments have grown from 464 last year to 766 in the coming school year with the addition of AP Government, Calculus BC, and AP Computer Science as well as increased enrollments in our existing AP courses.  The increase in AP course enrollments is consistent with our goal to add more rigor to our curriculum.  Please note we had more students pass  the AP tests administered last spring (234) than those who even took AP tests just four years ago. 

FIVE YEAR HISTORY OF HUHS AP TEST RESULTS:

2009 HUHS AP TEST RESULTS BY DEPARTMENT:

HARTFORD HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR PERFORMANCE

We received the following letter from the Wisconsin Choral Directors Association:

September 8, 2009

I have the honor of notifying you that the Hartford Union High School Concert Choir has been selected to perform at the 2010 Wisconsin Choral directors’ Convention on January 14, 2010.  It is no small feat to be chosen for this honor.  Many choirs from throughout the state submitted audition recordings.  A panel of esteemed choral directors listened to all of the submissions and chose only the very best choirs for the privilege of performing at the convention. 

It was apparent to the panel that Ms. Stephanie Klockow and her singers are committed to excellence by the quality of the repertoire chosen and the vocal and musical excellence we heard on their audition recording.  A choral program of this quality does not happen in a vacuum but is the result of a commitment to excellence by the administration, staff, students, and parents of your school community.

The Hartford High School concert Choir will share the stage that evening with the Chamber Choir from Hudson High School and the Voices of Parkside” from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside.   . . . . . .

Again congratulations to you and your excellent choral program on achieving this honor

Susan McAllister

WCDA President-Elect and 2010 Convention Chair

Congratulations to the Music Department, especially Ms. Klockow, for the excellent programs offered by the department and the excellent work Ms. Klockow, and Mr. Brusubardis, do with our choral students.  We are proud of all of you!

HUHS EARLY RELEASE DAY – WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, AT 12 P.M.

Students will be released from school early on Wednesday, October 14, due to an inservice time for the teachers.  Dismissal is scheduled for 12 p.m.  Students will not have a ‘formal’ lunch period on this day but a bagged-to-go lunch will be available for students after school is dismissed on Early Release Days.  The lunches are available for sale in Café East from 12:00-12:20.  This month’s lunch is a choice of a Cheeseburger or PB&J Uncrustable.  Also included with the lunch is an Apple, String Cheese, Baby Carrots, Gushers, and Milk.  The lunch is $2.20 for students.

FRENCH STUDENT EXCHANGE

On Monday, October 12, 17 students and 2 teachers from the Jean-Henri Fabre High School in Southeastern France will be arriving for a 10 day exchange.  The group will be at HUHS through October 22.  During the time they are here, they will be attending classes with their host “brother” or “sister” and participating in many of the school activities for homecoming.  We welcome our “new” students and hope they enjoy the time spent at HUHS.

Please note that Dr. Kremer writes a monthly article for the newspaper and it is posted on the WEB at www.huhs.org under Kremer’s Korner, rather than including in the INVOLVE newsletter.

PARENT AND STUDENT HANDBOOK

Please refer to the Parent & Student Handbook as a source of information throughout the school year.  There is a handy search feature to help you find the specific information you need in a timely manner.  The HUHS Parent & Student Handbook can be found on the HUHS website.

The handbook contains general information as well as attendance, disciplinary, and academic information.  HUHS does have a limited number of hard copies of the Parent/Student Handbook available in the Attendance Office.

HOMECOMING ACTIVITIES/OCTOBER 12-17

Homecoming Week at Hartford High School begins on Monday, October 12, and culminates with the Homecoming Dance on Saturday evening, October 17.  Several activities are planned for this week by the Student Council, FFA, FBLA, and Spirit Squad.

DRESS UP DAYS

Each day, the week of Homecoming, is designated as a different dress-up day for students and staff.

SPORT ACTIVITIES

An updated list of the sport activities for the week can be found on the HUHS website on the events calendar. 

HOMECOMING PARADE

The Homecoming Parade will be held Friday, October 16, afternoon.  The Homecoming Court, floats, and bands will be featured in the parade.  The parade begins at 1:30 p.m. on North Main and High Street, continues down Main Street to Monroe Avenue, then west on Monroe Avenue back to the high school.  The buses will leave HUHS at the normal time (2:45 p.m.) on Friday.

“PAINTING THE TOWN”

HUHS Student Council and FBLA will be in downtown Hartford Wednesday (weather permitting), and possibly Thursday, painting display windows for Homecoming. 

HOMECOMING T-SHIRTS FOR SALE

Homecoming t-shirts will be sold during lunches during Homecoming Week.

FRIDAY NIGHT POST GAME DANCE

Friday night, following the Homecoming Football game (approximately 9:15 p.m.), a dance will be held in Cafe East for our HUHS students.  The dance will feature a DJ with the cost of $5.

HOMECOMING DANCE, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17

The Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, October 17, from 8-11 p.m.  Tickets for the Homecoming Dance will go on sale Monday, October 12.  The cost increases as the day approaches.

Monday, 10/12 – Tickets $8@

Tuesday, 10/13 – Tickets $9@

Wednesday, 10/14 – Tickets $10@

Thursday, 10/15 – Tickets $11@

Friday, 10/16 – Tickets $12@

At the door, 10/17 – Tickets $20@

WINTER SPORTS REMINDER

Winter sports will soon be starting practice.  All students must have a Gold Card to present to the coach at the first practice.  A student may not practice or participate in athletics until the Co-Curricular Office has written evidence on file in its office attesting (a) parental permission each school year and (b) current physical fitness to participate in sports as determined by a licensed physician.  Physical examinations taken after April 1, 2009, is valid only for the following two school years; physical examinations taken before April 1, 2009, is valid only for the remainder of that school year (2008-09) and the following school year (2009-10).  The following information will help students obtain Gold Cards:

• If your student was on a fall sport team, it is still necessary to stop in the Co-Curricular Office and get a Gold Card for the winter sport. 
• If your student did not go out for a fall sport, but the co-curricular fee was paid and the appropriate cards turned into the Co-Curricular Office at the time of registration in August, please be sure your student has a Gold Card for the first day of practice to bring to the coach.
• If you did not pay the Co-Curricular fee nor turn in the information below, please be sure to do so prior to the start dates of the sports or the student will not be allowed to participate:
• An orange physical card is required for a physical dated after April 1, 2009.
• A Green alternate year physical card is required for a physical dated before April 1, 2009 (along with a copy of the physical-dated and signed by the licensed physician).
• All athletes must also have a yellow emergency card on file, a signed WIAA eligibility form, and paid the Co-Curricular Fee ($110 per year/Family Cap of $220)

The winter sport practice schedule is as follows:

If you have any questions, please contact the Co-Curricular Office at 670-3200, extension 228.

YES – SENIOR YEAR DOES MATTER!

Despite the rumors going around high school, yes, senior year matters greatly when it comes to college admission and college success.

When seniors in high school are admitted to college in the fall of their senior year, they often feel huge relief.  They are excited about their new adventure, even though it will be nearly a year before they step on to campus as an enrolled student.  They assume if they “got in” they “stay in” and there is not much that can change that decision.

NOT TRUE!!!!

When someone is admitted to college, it is contingent upon successful completion of the classes identified on the application (this is the “fine print” in the admissions letter).  This means students have to do at least as well (preferably better) in their senior year  than they did in previous years.  After graduation, colleges receive a final transcript with the senior year results.  If a student’s GPA slips, or they do poorly in a course, colleges have the right to rescind the admission.  Many colleges do it every year.

In addition to performance, colleges look at senior year courses.  A student with a “light” senior year doesn’t look good as the application is reviewed.  In other words, it’s a negative factor.  On the other hand, a challenging senior year is a positive factor.  Simple truth:  college courses are tough than high school courses.  The pace is faster and the expectations higher.  If seniors are taking it easy academically during their last year, they are not pacing or challenging themselves for the rigor of college.  In order to position themselves for success in college, seniors should be accelerating their academic rigor, not backing off.  Strong preparation increases the likelihood of success.  There’s plenty of research to back that up.

Bottom Line - - - -SENIOR YEAR MATTERS!!

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY TUTORS AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS

National Honor Society will be providing tutors during study hall time.  Students can sign up in the Counseling Office to work with a tutor. 

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION CEREMONY

The National Honor society will hold their Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, November 18, at 7:30 p.m..  Dinner will precede the 7:30 p.m. ceremony.  Seniors and juniors need a cumulative 3.5 GPA to be considered.  Questions about NHS can be directed to Mr. Gehring at extension 219.

FRESHMEN INFO

Counselors will continue to meet with Freshmen and their parents through November and December for the Freshman Conference.  Parents are asked to contact the Counseling Office as soon as possible to set up an appointment date/time.  In addition to getting to know students better, the meetings will include receiving the Wiscareers program, mapping out a four year high school course selection plan and offering suggestions for success in high school.

JUNIOR AND SENIOR INFO

PSAT TEST AND RESULTS

The PSAT Test for Juniors takes place on October 14.  Results of the test will be interpreted to those who took the test early in the second semester. 

CAREER SPEAKERS/COLLEGE REPS

This is a reminder Juniors and Seniors to check announcements on line or on the bulletin boards and posters at school regarding information about career speakers and college reps.  Students need to sign up ahead of time for both career speakers and college reps.

COLLEGE FAIR/WISCONSIN EDUCATION FAIR

Hartland Arrow head High School is hosting the Wisconsin Education fair, a college fair, on Tuesday, October 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  Here is your opportunity to talk to colleges, universities, technical colleges, vocational and trade schools, and the military about your future.  Meet with approximately 100 professional admission representatives from all over the region.  Learn about requirements, academic programs, financial aid, housing and more.  There is no cost for the fair.  Arrowhead High School is located at 800 North Avenue (North Campus Cafeteria) in Hartland WI.  Check out the website at www.wefs.org for directions and details about this and other college fairs.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED BY THE WASHINGTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The Washington County Health Department has activated the Volunteer Center of Washington County to recruit, register, assign and manage volunteers for H1N1 clinics in Washington Co.

This means the Health Department is asking for volunteers to assist with H1N1 vaccination clinics that are being planned in the county.  Some of these clinics will be in area schools, some at the Fair Park Pavilion and some at other locations yet to be announced.  Recruitment and registration for all volunteers is being done by the Volunteer Center (VC) of Washington County.  Please don’t call the Health Department first – contact the VC as your first step.

Process:

• Registration of all H1N1 clinic volunteers occurs through the Volunteer Center.  This includes all medically licensed volunteers.
• Background screening will be conducted.
• Training will be available.
• The VC will coordinate assignments, communicate opportunities and manage volunteers at clinics.

Volunteer Commitment:

• The Health Department requires that all volunteers have H1N1 immunization.
• The Health Department will make H1N1 vaccine available to volunteers.
• All volunteers will complete the registration form and sign the liability and consent.
• Volunteers must sign up for at least one clinic shift lasting between 3-4 hours.
• Volunteers will provide their own transportation to and from the clinic sites.

Contact the Volunteer Center directly about registering at 262-338-8256 or go to the website at www.volunteernow.net  to download the registration form and volunteer guidelines.

ATTENDANCE PHONE AND FAX NUMBERS

Direct line to the Attendance Office:  262.673-8945

Fax number for Attendance & Main Office:  262.673-8943

DEER HUNTING ABSENCES/ANTICIPATED ABSENCES

HUHS students who plan to be absent from school to go deer hunting are advised to obtain an Anticipated Absence Form from the Attendance Office as soon as possible.  This form must be obtained from the Attendance Office at least 3 days prior to the absence and requires a note from a parent in order to obtain the form.  The form must be signed by the student’s teachers and returned to the Attendance Office prior to leaving for hunting.  Failure to return the form before leaving for deer hunting will result in the absence being considered one of the six regular absences allowed for the for the semester, each day that they are gone.

The Anticipated Absence form is not limited to deer hunting absences alone and can be used for any absence for which you can notify the Attendance Office three (3) or more school days in advance of the absence.  There is a limit of 10 Anticipated Absences for each period through the entire school year.

If you have any questions regarding attendance or wish to report an absence, please call the Attendance Office directly at (262) 673-8945.

CONGRATULATIONS AND THANK YOU - WE’RE PROUD OF YOU. . . .

AAUW/ROTARY STUDENTS FOR OCTOBER 2009

The American Association of University Women and the Rotarians collaborate to honor outstanding students from the senior class each month.  Criteria is based on:  scholarship, leadership, character, and co-curricular/volunteering.  Congratulations to the 2010 October AAUW/Rotary Students of the Month:

Carrie Fantl, Kara Brenholt, and Ben Schmirler

HARTFORD HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR PERFORMANCE

The HUHS Concert Choir has been selected to perform at the 2010 Wisconsin Choral Directors’ Convention on January 14, 2010.  It is no small feat to be chosen for this honor.  Many choirs from throughout the state submitted audition recordings.  A panel of esteemed choral directors listen to the submissions and chose only the very best choirs for the privilege of performing at the convention.

SEPTEMBER 2009 HUHS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

The students listed below were selected for their exemplary work in their classroom or students who display outstanding World Class behavior at HUHS and are an asset to the school and community.

JACK CARROLL – Jack was selected for a Student of the Month Award by his Health teacher, Mr. Staus, and his World Cultures teacher, Mr. Coffin.  Jack did outstanding work in the first Health Unit and has great classroom participation.  Jack is an exemplary example of a hardworking student with a positive attitude towards education.  Mr. Coffin states he enjoys interacting with Jack on a daily basis.  Congratulations Jack!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student.

RUTURAJ VALA – Ms. Loebel selected Ruturaj for a Student of the Month Award.  Ruturaj is a very positive, up-beat student who demonstrates very good effort in his work and in class participation.  He shows very good promise as a Spanish language learner.  Congratulations Ruturaj!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student.

ELI JASKOWIAK – Eli was selected by his Physical Education teacher, Mr. Redders, for a Student of the Month Award.  Eli participates in class with great enthusiasm.  He is always looking out to help others and has made the class more enjoyable for all.  Congratulations Eli!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

KATIE MORRIS – The Music Department selected Katie for a Student of the Month Award.  Katie is a color guard captain and leader of the rifle squad.  She, along with another student, help design, organize, and teach spinning routines.  They also fit uniforms, organize equipment, and schedule after school rehearsals.  They keep their squads working hard and look for perfection.  Katie has impressed her teachers with her work ethic, organization, her rapport with both peers and teaching staff, and dedication to a very high performance standard.  Congratulations Katie!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

KRYSTAL GRISSMAN – Krystal was selected for a Student of the Month Award by the Music Department.  Krystal is the leader for the flag squad.  She works with another student helping design, organize and teach spinning routines.  They also fit uniforms, organize equipment, and schedule after school rehearsals.  They keep their squads working hard and look for perfection.  Krystal’s teachers are impressed with her work ethic, organization, rapport with both peers and teaching staff, and dedication to a very high performance standard.  Congratulations Krystal!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

BEN SCHMIRLER – Ben was selected for a Student of the Month Award by the Math Department.  Ben has had an excellent start in AP Calculus, receiving a perfect score on the first unit test.  All of his assignments have been turned in.  Ben asks insightful questions in the classroom.  Congratulations Ben!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

NOLAN BAKER – The Math Department selected Nolan for a Student of the Month Award.  Nolan is off to an excellent start in Algebra 1 having received a perfect score on the first unit test.  Nolan asks questions in class and is eager to participate.  Congratulations Nolan!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

ALEKSANDER STEVANOVIC’ – Mr. Geracie, Aleksander’s English teacher, chose Aleksander for a Student of the Month Award.  Aleksander exhibits great attention to detail within daily assignments and formal writings.  He is also a constructive contributor to classroom discussions.  Congratulations Aleksander!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

KRISTINE HUELSMAN – Kristine was selected for a Student of the Month Award by her English teacher, Ms. Parker.  Kristine stays focused in the classroom and strives to do her best.  She is a great role model for her peers.  Congratulations Kristine!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

BRANDON STERNIG – The Counseling Department selected Brandon for a Student of the Month Award.  Brandon has been very helpful several times showing transfer students to HUHS around the building and taking them to lunch with him.  Congratulations Brandon!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

ATENAS MARTINEZ – Atenas was selected for a Student of the Month Award by her Civics teacher, Mr. Noennig.  Atenas is a very conscientious student.  She works well in group discussions and is one of the most respectful and personable students in school.  Congratulations Atenas!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

JOE ROMANSKI - Mr. Coffin, Joe’s World Cultures teacher, selected Joe for a Student of the Month Award.  Joe is an example of an exemplary hardworking student with a positive attitude towards education.  Mr. Coffin said he enjoys working with Joe on a daily basis.  Congratulations Joe!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

HANNAH ROLIFF – Hannah’s Ancient Civilizations teacher, Mr. Coffin, selected Hannah for a Student of the Month Award.  Hannah is an example of an exemplary hardworking student with a positive attitude towards education.  Mr. Coffin said he enjoys working with Hannah on a daily basis.  Congratulations Hannah!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

PAIGE REMMEL – Paige was selected by her English teacher, Mr. Geracie, for a Student of the Month Award.  Paige exhibits great attention to detail within daily assignments and formal writings.  She is also a constructive contributor to the classroom discussions.  Congratulations Paige!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

TYLER KUENY – Mr. Meinberg, Tyler’s AP Politics teacher, selected Tyler for a Student of the Month Award.  Tyler is keeping his focus in AP Politics and is continually improving.  His positive attitude will lead to his success.  Congratulations Tyler!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

JACOB WORTH – Jacob was selected for a Student of the Month Award by his Family and Consumer Education teacher, Mr. Schmidt.  Not only has Jacob excelled academically, but he has also been a positive influence to his peers.  Congratulations Jacob!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

AMY KONKOL – Mr. Schmidt, Amy’s Family and Consumer Education teacher, selected her for a Student of the Month Award.  Amy’s attitude and work effort is wonderful to have in the classroom.  Congratulations Amy!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

JENNA KUCHINSKI – Jenna’s Family and Consumer Education teacher, Mr. Schmidt, selected her for a Student of the Month Award.  Jenna continues to demonstrate the characteristics of a hard-working student that cares about her education.  Congratulations Jenna!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

GREG DATKA – Mr. Zimmer, Greg’s Chemistry teacher, selected Greg for a Student of the Month Award.  Greg works hard to achieve a high level of understanding.  After two tests, Greg is one of the top Chemistry students that Mr. Zimmer has in class.  Congratulations Greg!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

ANTHONY CHEREK – Anthony was selected for a Student of the Month Award by Mr. Zimmer, Anthony’s Chemistry teacher.  Anthony works hard to achieve a high level of understanding.  After two tests, Anthony is one of the top chemistry students that Mr. Zimmer has.  Congratulations Anthony!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

RYAN VOGDS – Ryan was selected for a Student of the Month Award by the Technology and Engineering Department.  Ryan is presently in the VISION program, but has taken several other courses within the department.  This year Ryan is off to a good start on the VISION home.  He participates well in class, asks questions, works safely and works hard.  He is setting a good example for the other students.  Keep up the good work!  Congratulations Ryan!  We are proud to have you selected as an outstanding HUHS student!

HUHS STUDENT SERVICE TO SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY

We are proud of our HUHS Students who generously participate in many community/school service projects at HUHS and throughout our community and appreciate the work they do.  The State of Wisconsin requires HUHS to report “Service to School and Community” activities done by our students.  We will try to keep you informed of the school/community service work of our students, clubs, athletic teams, etc.  Should we miss an event, we apologize.  Our students are very busy!