Upcoming News & Events
Here’s the latest news, updates, school board meetings and events happening at HSHMC.
Staff Highlight: Kasey Woollard – March 11th, 2021
KASEY PROVIDES HANDS-ON EXPERIENCES FOR HER BIOLOGISTS! Kasey teaches biology to 9th and 10th grade students. She has invested a lot of time into carefully planning labs for her students so that they don't miss out on the experiences that engage so many of her young scientists. While at home, her class has analyzed the function of enzymes with the Toothpickase lab, investigated the products and reactants of cellular respiration in yeast using balloons, extracted their own DNA, dissected sheep eyes to understand how studying anatomy helps us determine common ancestry, categorized characteristics of candy to create a cladogram, and explored owl pellets in order to model the flow of energy within an ecosystem. "Lab activities at home sure are interesting. I am having a lot of fun doing these experiments. Labs are very important in class in my opinion. They give us a chance to have a physical example of an experiment and explore how something works while also being fun and entertaining." -Anonymous 9th grade Biologist
Weekly Bulletin – March 7th, 2021
March 7th, 2021- Weekly School Bulletin We are excited to announce that we are ready for our 9th and 10th graders to pick up their new MacBook computers from HSHMC this week. Pick up for 9th graders is this Thursday, March 11 from 8:00 to 10:00 am, and 10th graders this Friday, March 12 from 8:00 to 10:00 am. If you are unable to come by on your scheduled day, we also have a pick up day scheduled for next Monday, March 15 from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. On Wednesday, we will be sending out a registration link to families of our current students returning to HSHMC next year. When you receive the email link, please be sure to fill out the registration information so we have updated information and confirmation that your child will be returning to HSHMC next year. To continue to inform and involve families in our efforts to design the most exciting, engaging and effective education for our student body, we invite you parents and guardians to take our Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) survey. The survey and more information about the LCAP can been found on our website at www.hshmc.org under the “About” tab. Your opinion matters. Please take a few minutes to visit our site and take the survey. (Or click here to go directly to the survey available in English and Spanish.) HSHMC is still accepting applications for the 2021-2022 school year. If you know other families interested in applying to HSHMC, we appreciate you letting them know that they can still apply. The next virtual New Student Orientation (password: Welcome) for interested new families interested is this Thursday, March 11 at 5:30 pm. The link for the orientation can be found on our website. If you have questions, or just want to touch base, I am holding Principal’s Office Hours (password: HSHMC) via Zoom at 9:00 am on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. The Zoom link is available on our website. I can also be reached by email anytime at sjohnson@hshmc.org. Have a good and safe week. Thank you.
Staff Highlight: Brianna Castellanos – March 4th, 2021
MS. CASTELLANOS KEEPS STUDENTS ENGAGED! Brianna inspires our students, who may want to pursue a career in teaching, in the Education Pathway. Her students have adapted to teaching elementary students in the virtual world, including building digital portfolios and developing online read-alouds. Brianna also takes pride in re-engaging students into the classroom by helping them stay focused and participate in Zoom sessions. Her Academic Recovery class serves as a place for students to get caught up with their work and stay connected. Brianna coordinates the Re-Engagement Team which allows her to build relationships with parents and students hosting bi-weekly meetings with families to support student success. She makes home visits to meet with students who need extra support and encouragement. "Thank you for believing in me and not giving up on me!" - (Anonymous 10th Grade Student)
Weekly Bulletin – February 28th, 2021
Feb. 28th, 2021- Weekly School Bulletin If your child is currently a senior, please be sure that they have already completed their FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The deadline for the FAFSA is Tuesday, March 2, 2021. If you or your child needs assistance, please reach out to Mrs. Rotell (aallen@hshmc), Ms. Pena (mpena@hshmc.org) or Mr. Franco (efranco@hshmc.org). We have asked our seniors to complete a survey indicating whether or not they have completed their FAFSA. The link to complete the survey can be found HERE as well. HSHMC is still accepting applications for the 2021-2022 school year. If you know other families interested in applying to HSHMC, we appreciate you letting them know that they can still apply. The next virtual New Student Orientation (password: Welcome) for new families interested in applying is Thursday, March 11 at 5:30 pm. The link for the orientation can be found on our website. We will be sending out a registration link very soon to families of our current students returning to HSHMC next year. When you receive the email link, please be sure to fill out the registration information so we have updated information and confirmation that your child will be returning to HSHMC next year. If you have questions, or just want to touch base, I am holding Principal’s Office Hours (password: HSHMC) via Zoom at 9:00 am on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. The Zoom link is available on our website. I can also be reached by email anytime at sjohnson@hshmc.org. Have a good and safe week. Thank you. Back to News & Events
Staff Highlight: Rocio Santana – February 26th, 2021
ROCIO PREPARES OUR FUTURE CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS! Rocio's role this quarter is a CTE instructor. She assists with the students in the CNA program. Specifically, she supports students in a hands-on laboratory to prepare them for the skills they need to pass the state board exams. She looks forward to being a part of this program and preparing students to be successful in their state exam to become Certified Nursing Assistants! A typical day for Rocio includes following the CNA students in their class and collecting paperwork necessary to cover the legalities of the class. HSHMC has two cohorts of students that come to campus during the week for in-person instruction. Students are happy to interact and see each other after almost a year of distance learning. "I am particularly proud of being able to sit-in with students and share conversations about their future aspirations."
Feb. 25, 2021- HSHMC L.I.F.E. Club!
Dear HSHMC Students, Ms. Hardin & Mr. Mansoor are happy to announce that we are beginning a new club here at HSHMC called L.I.F.E.(Learning Important skills For Everyone)! L.I.F.E. club is centered around learning essential, valuable life skills. Topics that will be covered include taxes, loans, paying bills, creating resumes, and the workforce. However, our vision is to make this a student centered club, where we cover topics that students desire. Class meetings are Mondays from 2:30-3pm beginning 2/22. The zoom link and password are listed below: link: https://hshmc.zoom.us/j/84663887826 pw: life