Halifax County High School

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Good Evening Families of the Class of 2025, As we eagerly prepare for the Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony, we want to ensure that the day is a positive and memorable experience for all. To help make this possible, we ask for your cooperation and attention to important parking and security details. Please note the following important information:  Parking maps for the 2025 Commencement Ceremony are available on our Facebook page and school website. Seniors will also receive this information via email.  Arrival time: The high school doors will open to the public at 8:00 a.m. Please plan to arrive early.  Security notice: No bags will be allowed. Please leave them in your vehicles.  Student Parking: Graduating seniors will receive a parking pass granting access to designated student parking lots. Families are strongly encouraged to ride together to help minimize congestion.    Accessible Parking: Available in the faculty parking lot for vehicles displaying an accessible parking permit.  General Parking: All general parking will be accessible via Hwy 501 South Entrance of the middle school. Law enforcement will be on-site to assist with traffic flow and parking. Shuttle buses will transport guests from the middle school to the high school if needed.  Please note: There is no general parking available at the high school. Avoid this area to help reduce traffic congestion. We appreciate your support and understanding as we work together to create a safe, smooth, and celebratory event for our graduating seniors and their loved ones.

🔬 Calling all High School Students and 2025 Grads! Join us at Liberty University’s Summer Science Camp for a week of exciting hands-on lab experience! 🧪🔥 📅 June 23 – 27, 2025 🕗 8 AM – 4 PM daily 💲 Only $200 Explore a variety of scientific disciplines like: 🧬 Genetics 🧫 Forensics 🧪 Chemistry 💉 Molecular Medicine …and so much more! 👩‍🔬 Perfect for students passionate about science and considering a career in STEM. 📍 Spots are limited – register now by scanning the QR code or use contacts below for more info: 📧 biologyandchemistry@liberty.edu 📞 (434) 582-2209 📸 Check out the flyer below for more details! #ScienceCamp2025 #LibertyUniversity #FutureScientists #STEMEducation #HighSchoolCamp

Dear Parents and Guardians, We want to make you aware of a current glitch in Infinite Campus affecting senior student accounts. Some accounts are incorrectly showing a total fee balance of $413.50. If your senior's account shows a balance of exactly $413.50, please note that no fees are actually owed—this is a system error we are actively working to resolve. If the total balance shown is more than $413.50, please check the date of the listed fees. Any fee dated before May 20th or after May 20th is accurate and should be paid. We appreciate your patience as we work with Infinite Campus to correct this issue. If you have questions or need clarification, please contact our office directly. Thank you for your understanding.

The last day of school for students will be Thursday, May 22, 2025. Students will be dismissed at the normal dismissal time. We hope you have a wonderful, safe summer!

🚗 GRADUATION PARKING NOTICE – FROM MR. DAVIS 🚗 🎓 SENIORS: You will receive an ORANGE parking pass for the student parking lot. ✅ Must hang on your rearview mirror (facing outward) 🚘 Only ONE vehicle per senior & family allowed in the student lot 📍 Pick up your pass from Mrs. Claiborne's office – Room B311 🅿️ GENERAL PARKING: Located at the Middle School off Hwy 501 🚌 Shuttle buses (at least 4) will transport guests to the High School 🛑 Special Parking (Teacher’s Lot) is reserved for: • Media & Newspaper • School Board Members • Board of Supervisors • Central Office Staff • South Boston & Halifax Town Council • National Anthem Performer 👩‍🏫 High School Staff & Teachers: Park in the rear of the school Let’s keep things organized and stress-free for a great graduation day! 🎉 #GradParking #ClassOf2025 #GraduationReady

🎓 **GRADUATION NOTICE – CLASS OF 2025** 🎓 Attention Seniors! In order to march at graduation, **you MUST be dressed appropriately**: ✅ **Cap and gown are required** 👞 **Only dress shoes are permitted** — NO sneakers, boots, flip-flops, or sandals 👔 **Gentlemen** – wear dark pants & a white shirt under your gown 👗 **Ladies** – wear appropriate dress attire under your gown 🚫 Failure to follow the dress code means you **will not be allowed to march** with your class. Questions? Contact: 📞 Mr. Frank Shealy – Ext. 2038 | ✉️ [fshealy@halifax.k12.va.us](mailto:fshealy@halifax.k12.va.us) 📞 Mrs. Harriett Claiborne – Ext. 2028 | ✉️ [hclaiborne@halifax.k12.va.us](mailto:hclaiborne@halifax.k12.va.us) Let’s finish strong, Class of 2025! 🎉 #GraduationReady #ClassOf2025

👋 Virginia Parents — Want to Help Your Teen’s Voice Be Heard (and Earn $80)? We’re working with the state of Virginia to learn how high school students are planning for life after graduation — and we’re looking for both teens (ages 13–19) and their parents to share their thoughts in a quick phone survey. 💵 Participants can earn up to $80 ($20 for a short survey + $60 for a follow-up phone interview, paid via PayPal) ✅ Must live in Virginia (no citizenship required) ✅ Open to parents of teens AND teens ages 13–19 ✅ Takes just a few minutes to apply! 🗓️ Survey closes June 1st — don’t wait! 📲 Parents, apply here: bit.ly/4kIsqRK 👨‍🎓 Have a teen? They can apply too: bit.ly/3ZhVqBz Questions? Contact Richard Page at Accenture: richard.page@accenture.com Let’s help Virginia better support the next generation! 💬📈 #VirginiaParents #TeenVoicesMatter #PaidSurvey #CareerPlanning #SupportOurStudents

All after school and evening activities have been cancelled for today, Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

📚 Summer School 2025 at HCHS 📚 Halifax County High School is offering Summer School 2025 for students who did not pass a class or an SOL this school year (Fall 2024 or Spring 2025). Courses are available for credit recovery and SOL prep, depending on student needs. 🗓 Dates to know: May 27 – Teacher Workday May 28–30 (Wed–Fri) – Week 1 June 2–6 (Mon–Fri) – Week 2 June 9–12 (Mon–Thurs) – Week 3 📍 Classes held at the middle school from 8:15 AM to 2:00 PM 🍽 Breakfast and lunch provided at no cost. 📌 Important: Students must attend every day to receive credit. No more than 10 hours of total missed time allowed. Application deadline: May 22, 2025 (Return to Mrs. Chandler’s office) Applications can be picked up from the HCHS Main Office For questions, contact Mrs. Chandler at 📞 434-575-2031 or 📧 mchandler@halifax.k12.va.us. For course questions, reach out to your child’s teacher or counselor at 📞 434-575-2017. 👉 Check the images below for the full list of available courses and go to the Main Office to pick up and complete your application! #HCHSSummerSchool #CreditRecovery #SOLPrep #CometSuccess #HalifaxCountySchools

Hey HCHS Class of 2025! It's time to capture one of the most memorable moments of your high school journey. Our Senior Group Picture will be taken on Friday, May 16, 2025, so be sure to mark your calendars! 🗓 Date: Friday, May 16, 2025 🕘 Time: 9:30– Please arrive 15 minutes early 📍 Location: High School- front of the building. 🎓 Dress Code: Senior t-shirts, spirit wear, or school colors. Don't miss this chance to be part of a photo that will be cherished for years to come. Let’s show our Comet pride and make it picture-perfect! If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Weatherford or Mrs. Tyrika Lee-Woody — **Halifax County High School Senior Class **

📣 HCHS Graduation Announcement We are excited to announce that Graduation for HCHS will take place on Saturday, May 24th at 9:00 a.m. Graduation Rehearsal will be held on Friday, May 23rd, in the HCHS Auditorium. Seniors should report to the auditorium by 8:15 a.m. on both days. Please be on time and prepared as we celebrate this important milestone!

Bikini Bottom themed Senior Field Day at HCHS football stadium on May 16 from 10am-2pm! Tickets are $20 - this includes BBQ lunch (CrabbyPatties), snacks and drinks, games, face painting, water slides, and field activities 🎉 It’s worth the fun! Please remember: No SWIMWEAR, only water-friendly clothing. Bring a white tee for the water-colored shot game! Bring your own water squirters 💦 Food coloring will be provided. Make this a day to remember with friends, music, and loads of fun! 🌞🏈🎨 See Mrs. Lee in A222 or Mrs. Stevens in A208 for tickets! 🎟️ Tickets go on sale Monday!! Students may also pay for Senior T-Shirts for $15! The deadline for T-shirts is May 16th! LIKE & SHARE TO SPREAD THE WORD ‼️🤪

🌟 Now Enrolling: Bloom Summer Camp 2025! 🌟 We’re excited to offer a special summer opportunity for rising 9th–12th grade students with an IEP or 504 Plan (current 8th–11th graders) — Bloom Summer Camp is focused on career exploration and college/employment readiness! 🌱✨ 📅 Dates: June 2–6 & June 9–12 🍽️ Breakfast & Lunch Provided Daily 🚌 Transportation Available 💼 Includes 2–4 Job Tours 🎁 Attend Every Day = $25 Amazon or Walmart Gift Card! Students will build valuable skills, explore future careers, and have fun in a supportive, hands-on environment! 🎯 Only 18 spots available – first come, first serve! ✅ Register now using this link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/BloomConsulting1/SummerPreETSCampRegistrationForm —or scan the QR code on the flyer! #BloomSummerCamp #CareerReady #CollegeBound #HCHSOpportunities #FutureFocused #IEP504Support #SummerSuccess

Due to dense fog, Halifax County Public Schools will operate on a one hour delay today, Monday, May 5, 2025. Employees follow code 1, report one hour late.

👔 Attention Rising High School Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors! Are you a young man passionate about leadership, education, and making a difference in your community? Check out the Aspiring MiSTER Summer Institute happening July 20–24, 2025 at Longwood University! This FREE 4-day, overnight program is designed for high school males who are considering a career in education and leadership. Participants will engage in personal development, explore servant leadership, and connect with current educators and MiSTER alumni. ✨ Open to students from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds ✨ All expenses covered ✨ Space is limited! 📅 Interest forms are due by Friday, May 25, 2025 📲 Scan the QR code in the flyer to apply! For more info, contact Byron Morgan at morganbp@longwood.edu or 434-414-1615 #CallMeMISTER #FutureEducators #AspiringLeaders #LongwoodUniversity #EducationMatters #MiSTER2025

🎶🎤 Love Music? Interested in a Career in Music or Audio Engineering? 🎤🎶 We are exploring a possible opportunity for 10th grade students at HCHS to participate in the Say It With Music Camp! This 4-day experience would allow students to: Write and record their own original song Create and film a music video Explore careers in audio engineering, film, and sound design Participate in creative writing, music history, and music business workshops 🎬🎶 Each student would even receive a CD of their finished project! Interested? Complete this short survey to let us know: You must be logged into your school Google account to complete. 👉https://tinyurl.com/p4wcksfy Opportunities like this depend on student interest—don’t miss your chance to "Say It With Music!" 🎵 #GEARUP #SayItWithMusic #StudentOpportunities #MusicCamp #FutureInMusic

Attention Students & Parents: SOL Testing is Approaching! 📅 Testing Begins: Wednesday, April 30 🔋 Important Reminder: To ensure a smooth testing experience, please make sure that students: Bring their Chromebooks fully charged. Bring their chargers with them to school. Proper preparation helps us all succeed. Let’s empower our students to do their best! Thank you for your cooperation and support. Good luck to all our test-takers!

Interim reports for the fourth nine weeks are available for viewing on the Campus Portal. If you need assistance with the portal or need a paper copy of the report, please contact your child's school.

🎉 Campapalooza at Chowan University – Summer 2025! 🎉 📍 Chowan University | For High School Students 🌐 chowan.edu/campapalooza 📣 Attention Students! Are you looking to explore college life while diving deep into a subject you're passionate about? Chowan University is offering a 2025 summer camp experience for high school students — and it’s packed with exciting opportunities! Please note: This camp is not affiliated with or hosted by Halifax County High School (HCHS). Interested students must register directly through Chowan University. 🗓️ Registration Info: Early Registration – 💰 $449 through May 14, 2025 Regular Registration – 💰 $499 from May 15 to June 20, 2025 🔍 Camp Options (students select one): 🔬 CU Catalyst – Hands-on biology and lab experience for future scientists and medical pros 🕵️ Crime, Criminals, and Getting Caught – Explore crime-solving through real and unsolved cases 🎨 Design and Creativity – Express yourself with different creative media 🎥 Movie Making – Script, shoot, and edit your own short film 💸 Creating Your Financial Future – Learn the basics of saving, budgeting, and financial independence 🧶 Arts and Crafts – For DIY lovers and creative makers 👻 Horror Film in America – Discover what makes scary stories so effective 🏫 Bridge to College – Try out college life: dorms, scholarships, applications, and more 📍 Location: Chowan University 📌 More Info & Registration: chowan.edu/campapalooza 🎯 Each camp is subject to minimum enrollment — don’t wait! #Campapalooza2025 #ChowanUniversity #CollegeBound #SummerCamp #NotAnHCHSEvent #ExploreYourPassion #StudentOpportunity