Announcements
Announcements and Updates
Hello Spartans!
Below you will find important information regarding announcements from SACS and Homestead. This will also include updates related to the construction project. Students can access daily announcements with the announcements page here.
Graduation Pathways
Perhaps in the last week, students have noticed that a new course has appeared on their PowerSchool homepage (Project Based Learning). This new course represents the students' work with the Graduation Pathways Canvas course.
In their extended 5th period class (longer period due to lunch), students have time to work on some activities in the Graduation Pathways Canvas course related to college and career aspirations and readiness.
Because completion of these activities is a graduation requirement put forth by the state, listing it in PowerSchool will allow it to show up on their transcripts. At the end of the semester, students will then have a “Pass” in PowerSchool to represent they have completed the necessary graduation requirement for a high school diploma. Below is an image of the course listed in PowerSchool.
Indiana Graduation Pathway Requirements
Below is a description of the Box 1, 2, and 3 Pathways required of all Hoosier students. Our work in Canvas satisfies the Box 2 (Project-based Learning) Pathway for all students.
All high school students will graduate using the Graduation Pathways process outlined by the DOE for the State of Indiana. The Graduation Pathway was created to ensure that every Hoosier student will graduate from high school with 1) a broad awareness of and engagement with individual career interests and associated career options, 2) a strong foundation of academic and technical skills, and, 3) a demonstration of employability skills that lead directly to meaningful opportunities for postsecondary education, training, and gainful employment.
Final Exam Attendance Policy Reminder
Second Semester Exams will be given on May 26, 30 and 31. Students are expected to be in attendance on these days to take their final exams. Students may NOT be parent excused (PX) on final exam days. Any student who is absent during final exams will be considered unexcused and will receive a zero on their final assessment. (exams/projects/papers/etc.)
A student who is required to give a presentation prior to a final exam day for a final grade, must be in attendance for the scheduled final exam day for that class in order to receive credit. This rule is necessary so that students who are scheduled to give their presentations last have the same experience presenting to an audience and receiving their feedback as the first students to present experienced.
HHS Handbook Page 28
Clinic Closet Donations
The clinic is running low on pants in the closet in the clinic. We have a sufficient number of tops for students, but we are running low on pants. Typically, these are used for any number of reasons for students who may need a change of clothes during the school day. If you have any extra pants, whether they don't fit anymore or you are just doing some spring cleaning, please consider donating them to the school's clinic. They can be new or gently used items that are dress code appropriate (jeans, sweats, etc.). Not only would we accept pants, but shoes would also be helpful in building our closet supply for students. Any close-toed shoes that you may have grown out of would also be much appreciated for the clinic closet. If you have any donations, please drop them off at the clinic anytime during school hours!
Important Immunization Information
CLASS OF 2024: Please view this important announcement for the Meningococcal (MCV4) immunization:
The class of 2024 is REQUIRED to have the second Meningococcal (MCV4) vaccine. All vaccines must be up-to-date with the school clinic by the first day of school, August 9th, 2023. Starting September 5th, 2023, any student without the proper immunization records on file must use Parent Excused (PX) until they receive all required immunization. Students receive 10 Parent Excused (10) each school year. Please contact the nurse’s office with any questions.
Kelly Dawson (kdawson@sacs.k12.in.us) & Amy Lynam (alynam@sacs.k12.in.us)
Summer Driver's Education
This summer, students who want to make progress in driver's education can register for driving and book sessions to obtain the required hours necessary to receive their driver's license. Read the attached letter for more information about this opportunity.
Please note that a student must be at least 15 years of age before they can begin the driving or book portion of driver's education.
Summer HHS Driver Education Program 2023.pdfAffinity Full Page Homestead HS (2).pdfSupport Homestead with a MidWest America Visa Debit Card!
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The Wifi Project
The WiFi Project is an initiative of the state of Indiana with the goal of helping to find residents and business owners who need internet access and connecting them to providers and resources that may have a part in making it happen! See the attached PDF for more information and an FAQ!
Check out our site for more information: www.thewifiproject.com
WiFiProject.pdf