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Celebrating a Great Week at Harwood!

What a week at Harwood! Our “Neon Kicks” dance lit up the night with nearly 400 students having an incredible time. The band brought the energy all week with powerful performances, and our athletes gave it their all on the court and the field.

Students showed heart during Pink Out, explored future opportunities at the Buinger CTE field trip, and continued to represent what it means to be Blackhawk Built.

Next up...Red Ribbon Week and our theatre performance of Alice Through the Looking Glass this Friday and Saturday. The excitement doesn’t stop at Harwood!

Celebrating a Great Week!

It has been a great week at Harwood. 

• Fall Dance- Harwood Junior High’s PTA hosted the “Neon Kicks” dance last Friday with nearly 400 students attending. The neon-themed event featured music, concessions, and high energy. Students showed great behavior, and strong PTA and staff support made it a safe, successful night. 

• Band Concert- The Harwood band delivered an outstanding week of performances, starting with an energetic show at the 8th-grade football game Tuesday night that had the crowd on its feet. They followed it up with an incredible concert Wednesday evening, showcasing their talent, precision, and passion for music. Their dedication and teamwork were on full display, earning well-deserved praise from everyone in attendance. Mr. Bellville, Mr. Hernandez outdid themselves. 

• Pink Out- Students showed their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing pink on Wednesday. The halls were filled with shades of pink as a powerful reminder of unity, compassion, and the importance of awareness in the fight against breast cancer. 

• Buinger Fieldtrip- Our 8th grade field trip to the Buinger Career and Technical Education Academy provided exposure to applied learning and early college credit pathways. Students observed programs leading to certifications available at Trinity High School, such as health science, engineering, information technology, and culinary arts. The experience connected academic content to career readiness standards, demonstrating practical applications of skills and introducing dual credit opportunities. This event supports district priorities of Student Success and Family and Community Partnerships by promoting awareness of postsecondary pathways and workforce alignment. 

• 7th Grade Volleyball- The 7th-grade team has been relentlessly preparing for the District 12 Tournament. After a series of hard-fought matchups on Monday, they’ve earned a spot to compete for the championship title this Friday night at Smithfield. Let's ake a moment to recognize their effort and wish them strength as they pursue victory. 

• 8th Grade Volleyball- The 8th grade volleyball team battled hard against North Ridge Monday night, taking it to three sets but falling just short in the end. Corryn Acosta made some smart, strategic hits, and Harleigh Grahn put up some strong blocks at the net!

We’ll wrap up our season this Saturday at 1:00 PM at the W. G. Thomas Coliseum. Come out and cheer us on in our season finale! Fight on, Blackhawks!

• 8th A Team Football Recap- The Harwood Blackhawks battled the mighty Broncos last night in an epic matchup! The offensive line paved the way for touchdowns by Tristan Grove and Pharoah Mimms, while Quarterback Darius Vea led with calm leadership and focus.

Izaac Tukuafu set the tone on defense with his intensity, and Jacob Simpson wowed the crowd with an amazing 25-yard point-after-touchdown.

It was a full team effort showing true Blackhawk pride. The final score was Harwood 14, Bedford 6. The Blackhawks record for the season stands at 7 wins and 1 loss. These young men have shown what it means to be BLACKHAWK BUILT 

Looking Ahead

• Red Ribbon Week-Twin day ( find your missing piece drug free)  - Thurs.10.23

Student, teacher swap (We are all drug free- students dress as teachers and vice- versa) -Fri 10.24

Nerd (You're too smart for drugs.) Mon 10.27

Sports Wear (Don’t let drugs work you out) -Tue 10.28

Soccer Mom and Barbeque Dad/Decade Day (celebrate families being drug free)- Wed 10.29

Western Wear (ride drugs away) - Thurs 10.30

Halloween Orange/Black ( spook away drugs) + $2- Fri  10.31 If you are wearing a costume. 

• Theatre Performance – Alice Through the Looking Glass on October 24th & 25th at 6:30 pm in Harwood Cafeteria.  Tickets can be purchased blackhawktheatre.ludus.com or cash at the door.  Ticket cost is $2 for students and $5 for adults.  Cash concession stand will be available. 

• PSAT- 8th grade will take the PSAT on October 28th

• October 31st- As a fundraiser, students WILL be able to wear school appropriate costumes for the 1/2 day. Students will be able to buy wristbands the week of in lunch. Costumes cannot include masks, any body suits and must meet dress code requirements. 

• Spirit Store- The spirit store has been re-opened.  The link is here.

• Harwood Jr High Ornaments are Available to purchase for the upcoming holiday season.  https://harwood_junior_high_1427.kustomimprints.com/

$12-$22 for Harwood Ornaments. Personalization is available. 

• "Hey Hawks! Powderpuff is back!
  Sign up using the QR codes on the posters around school! It’s only $11, and you get a jersey and your flags!

Girls play flag football, and boys cheer and perform at halftime!
Sign-ups and money are due November 5th! Please bring cash to Coach Henderson!
Practice is November 12th, and games are November 19th at 3:45!

Open to ALL 7th, 8th, and 9th graders — don’t miss out on the fun!"

Sign Up Link: https://forms.gle/EPUc4CowytsBfhADA 

•  🎨 PTA Reflections Program – Entries Due Friday, November 7th

Hawks, it’s time to get creative! The National PTA Reflections Program gives students a chance to express themselves through the arts. This year’s theme is “I Belong” — inspiring students to share what belonging means to them through original works of art.

Students may submit entries in dance, film, literature, music, photography, or visual arts.

🗓️ Deadline: Friday, November 7th
📍 Turn in entries to: Mrs. Sadler in the front office
🔗 More information and application form: https://tinyurl.com/HJHReflections

We can’t wait to see the creativity and talent of our Harwood Hawks!

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Clubs in Action

• Yearbook Club – Mondays, 8:00 AM (H103)

• Creative Writing Club - Mondays, 3:45-4:45 pm (H118)

• Art Club – Mondays after school until 5:00 pm (Art Room)

• Book Club – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 3:40–4:15 pm (H119)

• Garden Club – 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 3:40-4:40 pm

• Student Council – 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 8:00 am (H103)

• Thespian Club – Thursdays, 7:30–8:10 am (G102)

• NJHS – 1st Thursdays, 8:00 am (H103)

• Chess Club-  Thursdays, 3:40 - 4:45 (C100) 

• HJH Dance Club- Wednesdays, 3:45-4:30

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Ongoing Reminders

• Replacement IDs $3, Lanyards $1.00
  
  

• Students may not leave campus in the mornings.
  
  

• Drop-off/pick-up: Please pull all the way to the gym; front entrance reserved for buses.
  
  

• Wednesdays = College Day / Thursdays = Spirit Day.
  
  

• Volunteer Fridays: Volunteers must be cleared through the district VIPS. 

• Support our teachers by preparing classroom materials (copies, sorting, etc.).

• 👉 Sign up here
  
  

🙌 Thank you for your support and partnership in making this year a success!

– Dr. Ramirez