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| Principal's Message |
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"Academic Powerhouse" Home of the Titans
The school year is off to a great start in regards to the quality of the "Teaching & Learning" (a common phrase at our school) that is occurring in classrooms! Strong academics are a hallmark of our school, and this year is no exception.
We had some "bumps in the road" with balancing class sizes that were primarily related to budget cuts - that necessitated larger class sizes. The first few weeks were very hectic. I appreciate the parents and students' enduring through schedule changes; especially, on the Middle School side of our campus.
School spirit is sky-high on the High School side of our campus. Last week we completed a very successful Homecoming Week, which culminated with a victory at the football game and a dance. One of the great aspects of our school is that the Middle School students were able to participate in the festivities.
Please read through the HCP Newsletter each month, as you will be informed of the happenings of our school as well as finding out about opportunities for parents to become involved (there are several parent groups).
We also had a great Back to School night, and it was great to see so many parents there. When you are on campus, please say "hello" to me...
One very strong reason for the successes of our students is because of parent involvement! Stay involved...
- Principal Zak
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| Message from the HCP Board |
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Hello Everyone,
The Hercules Community Partnership (HCP) would like to welcome everyone back to the 2010-2011 school year! We hope the year is off to a good start for you. We would like to give a great big thank you to all of the volunteers who helped at walk through registration. We could not get it all done without your help. We really appreciate all of you. THANK YOU!
We had our first Hercules Community Partnership general meeting and workshop on September 16. Linda Young was there from 511 Contra Costa to talk about students using the bus and car pooling. Did you know if you car pool children to and from school you can earn some money? Yes, 511 Contra Costa is offering a one-time incentive of $60 to parents of students at HMHS to encourage the formation of carpools. There is a car pool log that needs to be filled out. For questions and information about this program, please call Valerie Jenkins at 510-215-3217. A thank you goes to Theresa Boone for setting up this workshop!
The HCP is still taking memberships. Please download the attached membership form by clicking on the link below. Your completed form and the $8 yearly fee can be dropped off at the cashier's office. We are also looking for HCP Board Members. If you are interested, please download and complete the attached nomination form by clicking on the link below, then turn it into the downstairs school office.
Throughout the school year, HCP needs parent volunteers for various school events -- especially beginning around March until the end of school. We need help with the Every 15 Minute Program (for juniors & seniors only), 9th - 11th grade Academic Awards, Senior Academic Awards, 8th grade Celebration, and High School Graduation. If you would like to volunteer or be in charge of any of these, please let us know. Thanks in advance for your support!
Sincerely,
The Hercules Community Partnership Board
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| Hercules Public Library Free Programs |
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Wii Games and tournaments: Thursday afternoons: 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
Saturday afternoon Classic Films: October 30, 3:00 PM Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein. Comfy chairs, bean bags and snacks are provided while you enjoy a classic movie on our big screen and state of the art sound system.
College Counseling Series; the Application Process: Monday, November 8, at 7:00 PM.
We have also just decided to add in an ESL discussion group on Tuesdays from 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM starting on November 2.
The Library is starting a Teen Advisory Group. This group will consist of local teens in 8th grade or older who will meet with Library staff once a month to give their input on programs and books they think are most needed in the Library. Teens who participate will receive community service hours, not to mention it looks great on a resume or college application! For more information, call the Hercules Library at 510-245-2420.
Become a volunteer at the Hercules Library! We are looking for students who are serious, hard-working and interested in libraries and books to help us out on weekends and after-school. Volunteers are required to commit to 6 months of service with an average of 3 hours per week. If this sounds interesting to you, please contact Alison at 510-245-2420.
Alison McKee
Senior Community Library Manager
Hercules Library
109 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
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| HMHS Music Notes |
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Our Titan musicians are off to a great start and are busy preparing for their first event of the year. The Fall Showcase concert will be held on Wednesday, October 27, at 7:30 PM in the HS Gym. It features our 7th -12th grade band, orchestra and choir students. This is also our annual Halloween concert and we will have a costume contest for the musicians. Audience members are also encouraged to get in the spirit and come in costume to the concert. Tickets are $5 for adults, $2 for students, and free for children 4 and under and will be available at the door. HMHS teachers and staff are free, so we hope you will come out and support our Titan musicians!
The music department is grateful for the continued support of the Hercules Music Booster Association. This special group of parents and community members works tirelessly to keep our program thriving during these tough times. We no longer receive funding from the district or the school, and could not provide the strong program we have at HMHS without their help. Special thanks to our new and outgoing Music Booster Board of Directors:
Outgoing President: Lisa Sarnicola
Secretary: Arleen Wong
Outgoing Treasurer: Simone Smith
Incoming Treasurer: Carolina Godinez
Financial Secretary: Helen Wong
Publicity: Mika Chisaki
Communications: Jack Lin
Webmaster: Myron Lam
Web Consultant: Lynn Fissell
There are still openings for President and Vice President. Our meetings are held on the first Monday of every month. The next meeting is on Monday, November 1, in the music room H307 at 7:00 PM. Everyone is invited to attend.
Finally, a big welcome to our new band and choir director, Mr. Jeff Berrington! Mr. Berrington is a veteran 香港六合彩直播 music teacher and many of our students already have had the privilege of having him as a teacher in one of the elementary and middle schools where he has taught. He is also a Hercules resident and we are thrilled to have him as part of our HMHS music "team."
Please visit our website by clicking on the Music link on the HMHS website homepage for more information and event details. See you at the concerts!
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| College Information Sessions |
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(as of 10/4/10)
Duke University
Wed. Oct. 6, 2010, 7:00 PM at Lafayette Library & Learning Center, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA
Alex Richardson from Yale for the Essay Writing Workshop
Thursday, October 7, 6:30 PM in the El Cerrito High library.
Students must register online at: Yale Admissions
Johns Hopkins University
Saturday, October 9, 2010, 1:00 PM at Countyard San Francisco Downtown, 299 Second Street, San Francisco
UC Santa Barbara
Thursday, October 7, 2010, 9:30 AM at HMHS Library
College Fair
PVHS is holding a College Fair, Saturday, October 9, 2010 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
2010 Civic Pride Youth Leadership Forum College-Career Options Fairs
Saturday, October 9, 2010, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Waterfront Hotel, 10 Water Street, Oakland, CA
* please pick up ticket and door prize coupon in the Career Center
USC
Saturday, October 9, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Marriott, Santa Clara 2700 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA
Sunday, October 10, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Marriott, San Francisco Airport, 1800 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame, CA
UC Berkeley
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 second period at HMHS Library
U.S. Naval Academy Information Forum
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 7:00 PM at NASA Ames Research Center, NSAN/AMES Auditorium Building N201, Moffett Field, CA
Please email: bcarter@nvidia.com by October 4
California State University Monterey Bay Open House
Saturday, October 16, 2010, please visit CSU Openhouse
DePaul University
Monday, October 18, 2010, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Las Lomas High School, 1460 South Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA
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| Hercules Public Library Best Practices |
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The new school year has started off on a very positive foot! During the after-school hours, Library staff have been working
hard to maintain a peaceful atmosphere that is welcoming for everyone and conducive to an environment that is comfortable
for all Library users. Please see the attached document by clicking the link below to read our Standards of Behavior. The new after-school policies appear below and are expected to be followed by all Library users.
Standards of BehaviorLibrary After-School Policies:
Library related activities only
1. reading
2. writing
3. homework
4. studying
5. computer work
No food or drink.
Quiet voices only except in areas designated as "Silent."
No Hanging out or waiting for rides in front of the Library or in the parking lot. Parents may park their cars and come in the
Library when they are picking up their children or they can arrange to pick them up at another nearby location.
If someone is asked to leave the Library for the day, they will be required to leave Library property, including the front of the
Library and the parking lot.
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| 香港六合彩直播 Academic Calendar 2010-2011 |
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You received this electronic newsletter because you supplied your e-mail address to the HMHS or HCP for school related updates. Our hope is that all parents of HMHS students will receive and read our newsletter, so they may stay informed of the many programs and services available. Please add hcp2009@aol.com to your Contact List or Address Book to ensure all future e-mails are delivered to your inbox. The HCP would appreciate your feedback as to how we can improve our newsletter. |
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