Commonwealth Honors Academy at Murray State University - June 7 - June 28, 2025:
The Commonwealth Honors Academy is a three-week academic enrichment experience held every June on Murray State University’s main campus in Murray, KY. You’ll live on campus while you take college-level honors classes and participate in fun activities and seminars to help you grow personally and socially.
Aside from academics, CHA gives you the opportunity to make friends with intelligent, enthusiastic, and energetic students from different areas and with different backgrounds
You’re eligible to attend the Commonwealth Honors Academy if you meet the basic requirements.
are or will be at least 16 years old
be a current high school junior
have a 3.5 or higher GPA
have a 25 Composite ACT (or the equivalent)
and you are eager to grow - academically and personally.
You can apply at the link below.
https://www.murraystate.edu/cha/
Driver License Requirement:
Students needing to fulfill their Graduated Driver Licensing requirement can register for a free class by going to www.kentuckysafedriver.com and clicking on the Alive at 25 links located under Courses or by calling 502/699-2295. The next course is offered on Tuesday, January 14th at Western Hills from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm and Thursday, February 20th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Frankfort Christian Academy.
Gym Maintenance:
Maintenance on the gym will take place over Thanksgiving break. Starting tomorrow, the gym will NOT be accessible to anyone. The gym is closed with no access from November 23rd - December 2nd. Thank you for your understanding.
December Dress Up Days:
During December, there will be a different dress up theme each day. The Monday, December 2nd, when we return from break, the theme will be "dress like a candy cane." Dec. Dress Up Calendar
Lifetouch Picture Discount Code:
As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography! (Valid through 12/1/24)
50% off a purchase of $50+ with code USNOV50
40% off a purchase of $40+ with code USNOV40
30% off a purchase of $30+ with code USNOV30
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an online account. Don't forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!
Staff Holiday Luncheon:
Wondering what to get the wonderful staff at Hills for Christmas? The parent sponsored staff lunch is Thursday, December 19th. This lunch is supported entirely by WHHS parents to show our appreciation for all they do. To donate, you can Venmo @Jennifer-McDonald-157 any amount you would like. Please put your child's name in the subject line or put your donation and your student's name in an envelope and turn it into the front office. Any amount of money is welcome! If you contribute, your student's name will be on a card that will be on display in the Teacher's Lounge during lunch. All money is due by Thursday, December 12th. This is a great way to show appreciation for all of your student's teachers and the wonderful staff as well. If you have questions, please contact Jennifer at jenhillmcd@yahoo.com
Upcoming Important Dates:
