Halifax County High School seniors and families, don’t forget to join us for 2026–27 FAFSA Night!
📅 Thursday, November 13, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 HCHS Cafeteria
💻 Please bring Chromebooks!
✅ To complete the FAFSA, make sure you bring:
FSA ID (for student and parent)
Full legal name & date of birth
Full Social Security Number
2024 IRS Tax Return (Form 1040)
✨ Need to save your spot? Scan the QR code on the flyer to pre-register!
Have questions?
Contact Camille Younger, TRIO EOC Education Specialist
📞 434-572-5479
📧 camille.younger@danville.edu

Danville Community College is hosting Knight for a Day on November 20. If you are interested in attending or would like more information, please go to the Guidance Office to sign up.

Join GEAR UP & TRIO on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, for a special partnership event for Juniors before Senior TRIO Night!
⭐ Ms. Sharon Harris from TRIO will be here at 5:15 PM, with a presentation at 5:30 PM. She’ll share free resources to help students and parents with FAFSA, scholarships, college applications, and more!
The TRIO Educational Opportunity Center provides FREE services like:
💰 Financial Aid & FAFSA Help
📚 College Admissions Guidance
🎯 Academic & Career Counseling
🎓 GED & Scholarship Assistance
Don’t miss this great opportunity to get ready for college success!
For more info, contact:
Joe Martin – jomartin@halifax.k12.va.us
Sekethia Walton –swalton@halifax.k12.va.us
#GEARUP #TRIO #FAFSANight #CollegeReady #StudentSuccess



✨ GEAR UP at the CTE Showcase! ✨
GEAR UP was proud to host a table at the CTE Showcase supporting our Class of 2027 – Halifax County High School Juniors! We connected with students and families, answered questions, and reminded everyone that our Juniors are still part of the GEAR UP program.
Families received informational flyers and a map of all 2-year and 4-year college options across Virginia.
We also invited parents to fill out a quick 5-minute GEAR UP survey to share feedback and stay informed about upcoming events.
➡️ Parents of current Juniors can complete the survey here:
🔗 GEAR UP Parent Survey https://tinyurl.com/4eshjn26 or the attached QR Code
Thank you for your continued support of our students! 💙🎓
#GEARUP #ClassOf2027 #CollegeReady #CTEShowcase #HalifaxCountySchools #FutureFocused


What to Expect:
An interactive tour of classrooms and CTE labs
A chance to hear directly from Kaylie Lewis (senior), Christie Lewis (parent), and Comfort Systems USA about Career & Technical Education and Work Based Learning
Valuable information to help your child make future academic and career decisions - elementary students are especially encouraged to attend!
Special Perks:
Free meal from D&D Skins for a limited number of early arrivals
A chance to win the Grand Raffle Prize - an Xbox!
Details & Registration:
Check out the flyer for more information and register today at:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=IIGU8eJ1Gki-5-bd33k668s2bTjM6UlBktXj4Wqo7oVURUFHTklFNlk4VFhUMlJRQVpKMzQ2QklMSS4u&origin
We can't wait to welcome you to this exciting event and show you how CTE can shape your child's future!


Parent/teacher conferences will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 from 1:30 PM- 6:00 PM.

🎓 Attention HCHS Seniors!
Here’s your chance to explore your college future at the Alfred Street Baptist Church HBCU Festival, in partnership with the NAACP of Halifax County!
🚌 Trip: Saturday, Nov 15
⏰ Leave: 4 AM from HCHS | Return: ~10 PM
💲 Cost: $75 (ask Guidance about scholarships!)
✅ Meet HBCU reps from across the country
✅ Learn about scholarships & admissions
✅ Free college registration opportunities
📄 Bring your resume, unofficial transcript, & recommendation letters.
🚨 Seats limited to the first 50 seniors — see Mrs. Thomasson in Guidance ASAP to sign up!
Seniors ✔️ your email for more information.
Follow for updates on Instagram ➡️ @asbchbcufest


Comet Café will resume today, October 9, 2025, for Biology, all Math, and Spanish.
📚 On Tuesday, October 14, Comet Café will be open for English, Spanish, all Math, and History.
Beginning next week, we’ll return to our regular Tuesday and Thursday schedule.
Thank you to everyone for your patience—we’re excited to see you back! 💙💫
Applying for college and scholarships can be stressful—but you don’t have to do it alone! Join us every Thursday for hands-on support with brainstorming, writing, editing, and polishing your essays.
📅 Our first workshop kicks off Thursday, October 9
✍️ Workshops will be held every Thursday for the rest of the school year
Whether you have a rough draft or are just getting started, we’ll help you craft powerful essays that showcase your story.
📧 Email Ms. Noblin (snoblin@halifax.k12.va.us) or Mrs. Midkiff (amidkiff@halifax.k12.va.us) to sign up!
#CollegeEssays #ScholarshipEssays #HalifaxCountySchools #WritingWorkshop #SeniorSupport #CollegeReady

Halifax County High School is hosting 2026–2027 FAFSA Nights to help students and families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with support from TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers.
📍 Location: HCHS Cafeteria
🗓 Dates & Times:
• October 14, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
• November 13, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
✨ Please bring Chromebooks!
📋 Items to have on hand:
FSA ID (Parent & Student)
Full Legal Name
Date of Birth
Full Social Security Number (SSN)
2024 IRS Tax Return (Form 1040)
📲 Scan the QR code in the image to pre-register.
For more information, contact:
📞 Camille Younger, TRIO EOC Education Specialist
📧 camille.younger@danville.edu
| ☎️ 434-572-5479
Don’t miss this opportunity to get expert help with your FAFSA and take the next step toward your future! 🌟

There will be NO Saturday School on October 4.
Additionally, the SAT administration originally scheduled for October 4 has been moved to October 18.
📝 Any questions about the SAT should be directed to Mrs. Elliott in Guidance.
Please mark your calendars and plan accordingly! 🗓✏️
Seniors, here’s your chance to plan your future! Join us at the Southern Virginia Higher Education Center on Tuesday, October 21st from 9AM–12PM.
✅ Connect with admissions & transfer counselors from several colleges
✅ Learn about programs, scholarships, & financial aid
✅ Ask about transferring credits from SVCC/DCC to 4-year schools
📍 Location: Southern Virginia Higher Education Center, 820 Bruce St, South Boston, VA 24592
⚠️ Permission form required
✍️ Sign up in Guidance today – space is limited!
Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step toward your college goals! 🎓
#HCHS #CollegeTransferFair #ClassOf2025

🎓 Seniors – Last Chance! 🎓
There are about 50 slots left for senior portraits on Friday, November 7. This will be the final day Prestige Photography will be at HCHS to take senior pictures.
👉 Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/bddk29vu

Join us for a special night of volleyball and support as we raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💖
🏐 Halifax vs. Mecklenburg
📍 At Halifax County High School
📅 October 9, 2025
⏰ JV @ 5:30 PM | Varsity @ 7:00 PM
Come dressed in PINK and help us pack the stands to show love and support for fighters, survivors, and those we've lost. Let’s turn the gym into a sea of pink! 💗🎗
📣 Bring your energy, your team spirit, and your pink gear!
#WeWearPink #PinkOutGame #BreastCancerAwareness #HalifaxVolleyball #SupportTheFight

Your school is requesting that every Class of 2026 Senior make an appointment with Prestige Photography to have their portraits taken. Don’t miss out on being in the yearbook!
📅 Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
📍 Location: HCHS Auditorium
👉 Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/bddk29vu
➡️ Important Info:
Senior portraits for the yearbook will require students to wear either a Black Drape or a Tuxedo. Prestige will provide these outfits at your session. Helpful outfit suggestions for senior pictures:
A white t-shirt under the tuxedo
A strapless top under the drape
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Class of 2026 memories! 💙
#ClassOf2026 #SeniorPortraits #HCHS

Comet Café Returns to Halifax County High School!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We’re excited to announce the return of our annual after-school support program, Comet Café, beginning Tuesday, September 23, 2025, and running through Thursday, December 18, 2025. Sessions will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30–5:00 PM, with students gathering in the cafeteria between 3:25–3:30 PM.
Tuesdays: English, Math, Spanish, History, and French
Thursdays: Science/Biology and Math
Comet Café offers tutoring, assignment and test make-ups, and academic support. Students may be signed up by a parent/guardian or requested by a teacher. Attending two sessions can even eliminate one unexcused absence.
🚍 Students must be picked up in the circle by 5:00 PM. If transportation is an issue, the Activity Bus is available with drop-off points near students’ homes or location.
To sign up or ask questions, please contact Mrs. Elizabeth Bogan at 📧 ebogan@halifax.k12.va.us.
Let’s work together to help our Comets shine brighter than ever!
