HHS Community,
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy
Principal-HHS
Class of 2022 and Beyond-College Board Resources
https://pages.collegeboard.org/big-future-days
https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/home
Class of 2021
https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/home College Board Resources
In February, we will send out PRELIMINARY plans for all Senior Events!
Senior Class Dues will be $40. Feel free to send a check or money order with your Senior dues care of Ms. Smyth in the main office. We will have an online payment option opening soon. YOU MUST BUY YOUR YEARBOOK ON YOUR OWN THIS YEAR. See link below. An email will be sent on how to pay dues this month.
Class of 2021 Contests to help prepare for graduation. Face Mask and Lawn Sign Contest. CONTEST ENDS for MASKS and LAWN SIGNS end next Friday, 2/5/21.
We will purchase a lawn sign a face mask for every graduating Senior!!!!!! We are looking for you and your creativity to design the HHS Class of 2021 Face Mask. Attached is a sample and a blank template for you to use to create your mask. Help the Class of 2021 shine! We are looking for you and your creativity to design the HHS Class of 2021 Lawn Signs for graduation. Attached is a sample and a blank template for you to use to create your sign. Be creative. Have fun with it. Remember, it's for the whole class so that no individual student names will be on the signs. The winners receive:
Please print out the attached blank template, create your masterpiece, take a picture of it, and send it to Dr. Quinn @squinn@haverfordsd.net. The EXTENDED deadline is 11:59 pm on February 5th.
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Athletics are off and running with masks on. Boys' and Girls' basketball, Boys' and Girls' swimming, and wrestling all had big wins in the last week. The teams have or are celebrating Senior Nights. Check out their games on the Livestream or on-demand on the YouTube channel. Winter track is running around the neighborhood in the cold but staying warm with their workouts and warm weather dreams in the Spring. The winter track does not have meets this season due to college indoor track restrictions. That is not deterring them from working hard and improving daily.
HHS Collegiate Athletic Signing- Friday, February 5, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. in the HHS main gymnasium.
This event is for Senior athletes who have committed either formally or verbally to play a collegiate sport in college for the 2021-2022 school year. If you haven't already signed up and are interested in participating, the deadline is Wednesday, February 3, 2021. To sign-up, be sure to complete this form: https://forms.gle/
For senior athletes that haven't decided yet, please do not rush to make this decision to participate in this signing. We want you to take the time that you need to make the decision that is best for you and your future. We will host another signing later in the Spring that you will participate in if you choose.
For those who have signed up and will participate in this event, due to COVID-19, we are asking that only your immediate family actively living in your household to attend in person. Everyone should practice social distancing and proper mask-wearing.
Please email me if you have any questions: vrobtison@haverfordsd.net
Message from Coach Gal: For any student interested in playing football for HHS in the fall of 2021. Signup to learn about off-season workouts. https://forms.gle/
Weekly Athletics Update
Central Athletic League - Winter Sports, Live-Stream Links (1).pdf Links for the Central League for events in their gymnasiums.
All of our home contests will be live-streamed on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.
Let's Go, Fords!
Ms. Robtison
Club News
Singing Valentine's
Singing Valentines is ON this year! Purchase your virtual Valentine's Day songs via the link below from Monday, January 25th to Friday, February 5th. Each message is $3 and includes an original performance by members of Haverford's Combined Choirs.
French Club
Bonjour! Are you looking for extra help in French? Are you looking to learn more about French food, language, and culture? How about competing for class credit or to win the famous Croissant Cup? To learn French slang, culture, and language, join the French club! Open to all levels of French and students of all language courses!
If interested, email Sophie Tomov at stomov67@haverfordsd.net
Yearbook
How do I purchase a Yearbook OR Senior AD? It's easy ...Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com
The school code is 4592. Go to 'Buy a Yearbook' Questions? Mrs. Dinsmore, at ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net
FBLA-FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS CLUB
These students virtually competed against students from across Delaware County and placed high enough to advance and compete against students across PA! The Fords are all business!
| EVENT | PLACE | FIRST NAME | LAST NAME |
| BUSINESS CALCULATIONS | 3 | Bridget | Yeats |
| BUSINESS LAW | 2 | Dillon | Girill |
| INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS | 3 | Maddie | Ring |
| INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS | 3 | Henry | Hicks |
| INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS COMMUNICATION | 1 | James | Yeats |
| INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL MATH | 3 | Quentin | Ryan |
| JOURNALISM | 1 | Angelina | Dieu |
| JOURNALISM | 2 | Brooke | Snopkowski |
| PERSONAL FINANCE | 2 | Justin | Salvesen |
| SECURITIES & INVESTMENTS | 2 | Stephen | Callahan |
| WORD PROCESSING | 1 | Erin | Hughes |
| GRAPHIC DESIGN | 1 | Malena | Duque-Baird |
| CODING AND PROGRAMMING | Dennis | Pham |
Art Show Students
The art department has some positive updates and artwork to share! 15 Haverford AP Art juniors and seniors were accepted into the juried art show "Together We Rise" at the Media Arts Council. Multiple local high schools were represented. Click here to view their work in an online gallery. Congratulations to senior Reagan Jones for winning second place, and to senior Lauren Evans for winning an honorable mention! You can view their work in the gallery. I would also like to congratulate senior Karen Buchanan and junior Jordan Barbee, for winning awards in the prestigious Scholastic Art and Writing Competitions!
"The Road to Success is Always Under Construction."-Construction Update
Progress is being made! Here is a picture of what is being accomplished! Look for videos in future emails!
Guidance News
Happy Counselor's Week next week. Kudos to our counselors for all their hard work!
Dual Enrollment at DCCC https://www.dccc.edu/academics/programs/high-school-dual-enrollment Spring and summer classes registering soon.
ASVAB will be given on February 5th at HHS at 7:30 AM. "The ASVAB measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success." https://www.asvabprogram.com/parents-test The ASVAB is a test that the military and trade schools use as an admission tool. Sign up with Ms. Novino or Ms. Schnyder in the guidance office if interested. You can email them, and they will put you on the list.
Delaware County Technical Schools Virtual Open Houses-APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY JANUARY 30TH TO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE.
During the next two months, Delaware County Technical Schools will hold several Virtual Open Houses to provide prospective students and parents an opportunity to learn about our various technical programs. These Open Houses will be conducted through the Zoom meeting platform to allow students and parents to view the DCIU programs and ask our teachers questions. A recording of the Open Houses will be posted on the DCIU website to view our students' programs and parents who cannot attend the live virtual meeting.
Check out the Eventbrite page for registration here: https://DelcoTechHS.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
Messages from The School Nurses and New Chester County Health Department (CCHD) Guidelines-REPEAT MESSAGE
https://www.chesco.org/4376/Coronavirus-COVID-19 Latest News About the Pandemic
Main Office Assistance-Repeat Message
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Fundraisers
1) Lax Flags are back! There was a shipment of 120 that has arrived!
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
2) Baseball Fundraiser-Haverford Blankets-2 Blankets to choose from. Anyone interested in purchasing can email Coach Bogo@ fordsbaseball@gmail.com
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Please take a long look at this week's schedule! This week is the last week of the semester, so finish Ford Strong! In this email, Singing Valentines, PSAT assistance, Spectators at athletics contests regulations, Class of 2021 Update, and more!
Dates for your January/February calendars:
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy
Principal-HHS
Class of 2021
We met with the Class Advisors and Class officers this past week. We discussed an outdoor prom and other senior events! In February, we will send out PRELIMINARY plans for all Senior Events!
Senior Class Dues will be $40. Feel free to send a check or money order with your Senior dues care of Ms. Smyth in the main office.
YOU MUST BUY YOUR YEARBOOK ON YOUR OWN THIS YEAR. See link below. An email will be sent on how to pay dues this month.
Repeat Messages: We are planning for Prom and Graduation. Graduation will be on June 10th, 2021. At present, St. Joseph's University is not allowed to accommodate our 481 graduates. We will be ready with alternative plans for a spectacular graduation experience.
The Please Touch Museum is presently not open and cannot accommodate our 600 attendees to the Prom. We are working on a plan for an outdoor prom in a manner that follows Health Department Guidelines! It is not easy to figure out, but we will do our best!
Class of 2021 Contests to help prepare for graduation. Face Mask and Lawn Sign Contest.
We will purchase a lawn sign a face mask for every graduating Senior!!!!!!
We are looking for you and your creativity to design the HHS Class of 2021 Face Mask. Attached is a sample and a blank template for you to use to create your mask. Help the Class of 2021 shine!
We are looking for you and your creativity to design the HHS Class of 2021 Lawn Signs for graduation. Attached is a sample and a blank template for you to use to create your sign. Be creative. Have fun with it. Remember, it's for the whole class so that no individual student names will be on the signs. The winners receive:
Please print out the attached blank template, create your masterpiece, take a picture of it, and send it to Dr. Quinn @squinn@haverfordsd.net. The deadline is 11:59 pm on February 1st.
PSAT PRACTICE FOR FREE!!!
PSAT practice test #1 Answer Key Explanations
PSAT practice test #2 Answer Key Explanations
Here is a link to a 10-minute video that outlines some strategies by our own math teacher, Ms. Heuisler: PSAT math strategy Video
Here are the dates for the 3 Zoom Calls where students can ask questions, and a link to my Zoom meeting room:
https://haverfordsd.zoom.us/j/2131761745
Meeting ID: 213 176 1745
Monday, 1/25/21 2:00-3:00
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Message from Coach Gal: For any student interested in playing football for HHS in the fall of 2021. Signup to learn about off-season workouts. https://forms.gle/
Weekly Athletics Update
Central Athletic League - Winter Sports, Live-Stream Links (1).pdf Links for the Central League for events in their gymnasiums.
All of our home contests will be live-streamed on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.
Friday, 1/22/2021
Girls Swimming & Diving 3:45 p.m. away vs. Upper Darby
Live-Stream Link: Will not be available until closer to the meet date. Our coach will send this out to our Swimming & Diving Parents.
Boys Swimming and Diving 6:00 p.m. away vs. Upper Darby
Live-Stream Link: Will not be available until closer to the meet date. Our coach will send this out to our Swimming & Diving Parents.
Boys Basketball Freshman 4:00 p.m. home vs. Springfield
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.
Boys Basketball JV 5:30 p.m./V 7:00 p.m. home vs. Springfield-SENIOR NIGHT
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.
Girls Basketball JV 5:30 p.m./V 7:00 p.m. away vs. Springfield
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.
Let's Go, Fords!
Ms. Robtison
Club News
Singing Valentine's
Singing Valentines is ON this year! Purchase your virtual Valentine's Day songs via the link below from Monday, January 25th to Friday, February 5th. Each message is $3 and includes an original performance by members of Haverford's Combined Choirs.
French Club
Bonjour! Are you looking for extra help in French? Are you looking to learn more about French food, language, and culture? How about competing for class credit or to win the famous Croissant Cup? To learn French slang, culture, and language, join the French club! Open to all levels of French and students of all language courses!
If interested, email Sophie Tomov at stomov67@haverfordsd.net
" Be an Actuary Day"
In collaboration with Haverford High School, Temple University is sponsoring a "Be an Actuary Day" event. This two-part event will be held virtually on February 23 and March 1 via Zoom. This is an event that the actuarial credentialing bodies, the SOA and CAS will run with Temple's help. Activities would include a mini math competition and discussion with industry professionals. Temple would like to get a pre-registration report to the actuarial society by January 22, so they know how many students would like to attend. The registration link is below. If you have any questions, please contact Jeffrey Zheng at tuk40725@temple.edu, Shelley Daniszewski at mdaniszewski@haverfordsd.
The registration link can be found on our website: http://www.
Yearbook
How do I purchase a Yearbook OR Senior AD? It's easy ...Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com
The school code is 4592. Go to 'Buy a Yearbook' Questions? Mrs. Dinsmore, at ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net
"The Road to Success is Always Under Construction."-Construction Update
Rumor is steel will be coming soon! The drains are being run to keep HHS environmentally friendly and flood free. The project managers' offices are up and running. The Labor Day opening is still on track!
Guidance News-Repeat messages
ASVAB will be given on February 5th at HHS at 7:30 AM. "The ASVAB measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success." https://www.asvabprogram.com/parents-test The ASVAB is a test that the military and trade schools use as an admission tool. Sign up with Ms. Novino or Ms. Schnyder in the guidance office if interested. You can email them, and they will put you on the list.
Delaware County Technical Schools Virtual Open Houses-APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY JANUARY 30TH TO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE.
During the next two months, Delaware County Technical Schools will hold several Virtual Open Houses to provide prospective students and parents an opportunity to learn about our various technical programs. These Open Houses will be conducted through the Zoom meeting platform to allow students and parents to view the DCIU programs and ask our teachers questions. A recording of the Open Houses will be posted on the DCIU website to view our students' programs and parents who cannot attend the live virtual meeting.
Check out the Eventbrite page for registration here: https://DelcoTechHS.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
College Financial Planning
Here is a link to the saving for college from Fred Amrein. He usually does in-person workshops for HHS.
https://vimeo.com/497809124/
They also have an Understanding Your Financial Award Letter Webinar on 2/10. Here is the link for that program registration.
https://www.payfored.com/
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Messages from The School Nurses and New Chester County Health Department (CCHD) Guidelines-REPEAT MESSAGE
https://www.chesco.org/4376/Coronavirus-COVID-19 Latest News About the Pandemic
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
The PA Secretary of Health also issued an order https://www.delcopa.gov/publicrelations/releases/2020/covid_additionalmitigation.html limiting inside gatherings to 10. This does not apply to schools, but it does apply to sports and activities. Therefore, our sports competitions will not begin until at least January 4 unless the order is changed.
Main Office Assistance-Repeat Message
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Fundraisers
1) Lax Flags are back! There was a shipment of 120 that has arrived!
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
2) Baseball Fundraiser-Haverford Blankets-2 Blankets to choose from. Anyone interested in purchasing can email Coach Bogo@ fordsbaseball@gmail.com
HHS Community,
MLK Day, Jr. Monday. We know it isn't easy to do service on Monday due to COVID. Please take some time to reflect on the non-violent teachings of Dr. King this weekend. “Be a bush if you can't be a tree. If you can't be a highway, be a trail. If you can't be a sun, be a star. For it isn't by size that you win or fail. Be the best of whatever you are.” Quote before a group of students at Barratt Junior High School in Philadelphia, October 26, 1967, MLK, Jr.
PSAT final registration is today. FREE Strategies and Zoom Meetings for practice during the next two weeks are below. As always, all students will be socially distanced in their testing rooms.
Dates for your January/February calendars:
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy
Principal-HHS
Class of 2021-Repeat Message
We are planning for Prom and Graduation. Graduation will be on June 10th, 2021. At present, St. Joseph's University is not allowed to accommodate our 481 graduates. We will be ready with alternative plans for a spectacular graduation experience.
The Please Touch Museum is presently not open and cannot accommodate our 600 attendees to the Prom. We are working on a plan for an outdoor prom in a manner that follows Health Department Guidelines! It is not easy to figure out, but we will do our best!
Senior Class Dues will be $40. YOU MUST BUY YOUR YEARBOOK ON YOUR OWN THIS YEAR. See link below. An email will be sent on how to pay dues this month.
Class of 2021 Contests to help prepare for graduation. Face Mask and Lawn Sign Contest.
We will purchase a lawn sign a face mask for every graduating Senior!!!!!!
We are looking for you and your creativity to design the HHS Class of 2021 Face Mask. Attached is a sample and a blank template for you to use to create your mask. Help the Class of 2021 shine!
We are looking for you and your creativity to design the HHS Class of 2021 Lawn Signs for graduation. Attached is a sample and a blank template for you to use to create your sign. Be creative. Have fun with it. Remember, it's for the whole class so that no individual student names will be on the signs. The winners receive:
Please print out the attached blank template, create your masterpiece, take a picture of it, and send it to Dr. Quinn @squinn@haverfordsd.net. The deadline is 11:59 pm on February 1st.
PSAT PRACTICE FOR FREE!!!
PSAT practice test #1 Answer Key Explanations
PSAT practice test #2 Answer Key Explanations
Here is a link to a 10-minute video that outlines some strategies by our own math teacher, Ms. Heuisler: PSAT math strategy Video
Here are the dates for the 3 Zoom Calls where students can ask questions, and a link to my Zoom meeting room:
https://haverfordsd.zoom.us/j/2131761745
Meeting ID: 213 176 1745
Tuesday, 1/19/21 2:00-3:00
Friday, 1/22/21 2:00-3:00
Monday, 1/25/21 2:00-3:00
Guidance News
ASVAB will be given on February 5th at HHS at 7:30 AM. "The ASVAB measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success." https://www.asvabprogram.com/parents-test The ASVAB is a test that the military and trade schools use as an admission tool. Sign up with Ms. Novino or Ms. Schnyder in the guidance office if interested. You can email them, and they will put you on the list.
PSAT INFORMATION
The PSAT is $20 paid on the day of the test. Free and Reduced Lunch students are free.
The link for students to sign up. PSAT REGISTRATION FORM-Freshmen Through Juniors https://forms.gle/
It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups soon. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student RECEIVED a hard copy. There are extra copies in the main office if needed.
PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice PRACTICE FOR PSAT AND SAT
Delaware County Technical Schools Virtual Open Houses-APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY JANUARY 30TH TO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
During the next two months, Delaware County Technical Schools will hold several Virtual Open Houses to provide prospective students and parents an opportunity to learn about our various technical programs. These Open Houses will be conducted through the Zoom meeting platform to allow students and parents to view the DCIU programs and ask our teachers questions. A recording of the Open Houses will be posted on the DCIU website to view our students' programs and parents who cannot attend the live virtual meeting.
Check out the Eventbrite page for registration here: https://DelcoTechHS.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
College Financial Planning
Here is a link to the saving for college from Fred Amrein. He usually does in-person workshops for HHS.
https://vimeo.com/497809124/
They also have an Understanding Your Financial Award Letter Webinar on 2/10. Here is the link for that program registration.
https://www.payfored.com/
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Message from Coach Gal: For any student interested in playing football for HHS in the fall of 2021. Signup to learn about off-season workouts. https://forms.gle/
Weekly Athletics Update
We want to thank our student-athletes, their families, and our coaches for working so hard to ensure positive experiences for our winter athletic teams.
We will begin allowing home fans on January 22nd for our home competitions in a limited capacity. Each student-athlete will be allowed to have 2 adults (21 yrs old or older) for their competition. Approved home fans will be cleared out in between the JV and Varsity contests. Away locations have a variety of policies. Coaches will update parents weekly to let them know what to expect.
All of our home contests will be live-streamed on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.
Athletic schedule for the week with links for watching the home and away live-streams:
Saturday, 1/16/2021
Boys Wrestling JV 10:00 a.m./V 11:00 a.m. away vs. Garnet Valley
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.com/
Girls Basketball JV 11:30 a.m./V 1:00 p.m. home vs. Marple Newtown
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.com/
Boys Basketball JV 3:00 p.m./V 4:30 p.m. away vs. Marple Newtown
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.com/
Tuesday, 1/19/2021
Boys Basketball JV 5:30 p.m./V 7:00 p.m. home vs. Garnet Valley
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.com/
Girls Basketball JV 5:30 p.m./V 7:00 p.m. away vs. Garnet Valley
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.com/
Thursday, 1/21/2021
Wrestling JV 6:00 p.m./V 7:00 p.m. away vs. Ridley
Live-Stream Link: http://ridleysdrhs.ss18.
Friday, 1/22/2021
Girls Swimming & Diving 3:45 p.m. away vs. Upper Darby
Live-Stream Link: Will not be available until closer to the meet date. Our coach will send this out to our Swimming & Diving Parents.
Boys Swimming and Diving 6:00 p.m. away vs. Upper Darby
Live-Stream Link: Will not be available until closer to the meet date. Our coach will send this out to our Swimming & Diving Parents.
Boys Basketball Freshman 4:00 p.m. home vs. Springfield
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.
Boys Basketball JV 5:30 p.m./V 7:00 p.m. home vs. Springfield
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.
Girls Basketball JV 5:30 p.m./V 7:00 p.m. away vs. Springfield
Live-Stream Link: https://www.youtube.
Let's Go Fords!
Ms. Robtison
Club News
E-Sports
There will be a meeting this coming Wednesday, 1/20, at 2:30 via Zoom. If you signed up, you would receive an email about the meeting. Email Mr. Berardoni if you have any questions.
" Be an Actuary Day"
In collaboration with Haverford High School, Temple University is sponsoring a "Be an Actuary Day" event. This two-part event will be held virtually on February 23 and March 1 via Zoom. This is an event that the actuarial credentialing bodies, the SOA and CAS will run with Temple's help. Activities would include a mini math competition and discussion with industry professionals. Temple would like to get a pre-registration report to the actuarial society by January 22, so they know how many students would like to attend. The registration link is below. If you have any questions, please contact Jeffrey Zheng at tuk40725@temple.edu, Shelley Daniszewski at mdaniszewski@haverfordsd.
The registration link can be found on our website: http://www.
Penn and Ink
There will be a Pen and Ink staff interest meeting Wednesday, 1/20 @ 2:00 in Ms. Grady's Zoom Room. All who are interested in taking part in this wonderful publication are welcome to attend. In the meantime, anyone who is interested in having their poems, art, photos, stories...PUBLISHED in Pen and Ink can send them to penandink@haverfordsd.net or share with Pen & Ink.
Yearbook
How do I purchase a Yearbook OR Senior AD? It's easy ...Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com
The school code is 4592. Go to 'Buy a Yearbook' Questions? Mrs. Dinsmore, at ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net
Messages from The School Nurses and New Chester County Health Department (CCHD) Guidelines-REPEAT MESSAGE
https://www.chesco.org/4376/Coronavirus-COVID-19 Latest News About the Pandemic
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
The PA Secretary of Health also issued an order https://www.delcopa.gov/publicrelations/releases/2020/covid_additionalmitigation.html limiting inside gatherings to 10. This does not apply to schools, but it does apply to sports and activities. Therefore, our sports competitions will not begin until at least January 4 unless the order is changed.
Main Office Assistance-Repeat Message
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
"The Road to Success is Always Under Construction."-Update
Pipes are being run under where the new wing will be. The workers are working to ensure proper drainage and environmental regulations. The office trailers are almost all set, and the weather continues to be conducive to keeping the project moving along on time. The date for the project's completion is the first day of the new school year in September.
Fundraisers
1) The CLASS OF 2023 Fundraiser! https://
2) ChipotleFundraiser.pdf Class of 2023 Chipotle Fundraiser
Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support Haverford School District. Come into the Chipotle at 116 W Township Line Rd Ste 206 in Havertown on Sunday, January 17th, between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm. Bring in this flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause to ensure that 33% of the
proceeds will be donated to Haverford School District. NEW! ORDER ONLINE FOR PICKUP Use code VXHY246 before checkout in the ‘promo’ field. Orders placed on Chipotle.com or through the Chipotle app for pickup using this unique code will be counted towards the fundraiser.
3) Basketball Fundraiser
Haverford Basketball 20-21 Team Store:
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Happy New Year! We hope one of your New Year's resolutions is to read all information in all of our emails!
6 Months until Graduation on 6/10/21!
PSAT final registration is Friday, January 15th. The amount of Juniors registered is lower than expected even during COVID times. Please encourage your student to register ASAP. All 2 or 4-year CollegeBound Freshmen through Juniors should register. See below in the Guidance section for details.
"The Road to Success is Always Under Construction." The construction of our new HHS Wing of Education and the renovating of our present Chemistry and Biology rooms has begun. It will be getting loud outside this winter, but the workers are doing a wonderful job of containing the site and taking all necessary precautions. All of the improvements will be completed by the end of this summer! Renovation plans are in the drawing and financial planning phases for the new Choir, Band, Orchestra Rooms, and fitness center for the Summer of 2022. The facilities will meet the high level of academic expectations of the Haverford Community.
Dates for your January/February calendars:
January 18th-Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday-No School for students.
January 26th-PSAT- from 7:30 to 10:30. Virtual Day for all students. The PSAT is in-person and will take place from 7:30 AM until 10:30 AM. Transportation will be provided. DCIU programs will continue that day at their regularly scheduled times. We will send the virtual class schedule for that day in 2 weeks. Virtual classes will begin at 11:30 that day.
January 27th and 28th-Final Exams-27th(Blocks 1 and 2) and 28th(Blocks 3 and 4).
January 29th-Final Exam Make-Ups and Transition Day to the 2nd Semester. No School for students.
February 12th-No classes at HHS. Students will work from home on the 15th. Students will be given work to be completed asynchronously.
February 15th-No School-President's Day Holiday-No School for students.
February 22nd-February 25th-Keystone Examinations-7:30-9:30 Daily. A schedule for Keystones will be sent in February.
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy
Principal-HHS
Class of 2021
We are planning for Prom and Graduation. Graduation will be on June 10th, 2021. At present, St. Joseph's University is not allowed to accommodate our 481 graduates. We will be ready with alternative plans for a spectacular graduation experience.
The Please Touch Museum is presently not open and cannot accommodate our 600 attendees to the Prom. We are working on a plan for an outdoor prom in a manner that follows Health Department Guidelines! It is not easy to figure out, but we will do our best!
Senior Class Dues will be $40. YOU MUST BUY YOUR YEARBOOK ON YOUR OWN THIS YEAR. See link below. An email will be sent on how to pay dues this month.
Class of 2021 Contests to help prepare for graduation. Face Mask and Lawn Sign Contest.
We will purchase a lawn sign a face mask for every graduating Senior!!!!!!
We are looking for you and your creativity to design the HHS Class of 2021 Face Mask. Attached is a sample and a blank template for you to use to create your mask. Help the Class of 2021 shine!
We are looking for you and your creativity to design the HHS Class of 2021 Lawn Signs for graduation. Attached is a sample and a blank template for you to use to create your sign. Be creative. Have fun with it. Remember, it's for the whole class so that no individual student names will be on the signs. The winners receive:
Please print out the attached blank template, create your masterpiece, take a picture of it, and send it to Dr. Quinn @squinn@haverfordsd.net. The deadline is 11:59 pm on February 1st.
Guidance News
ASVAB will be given on February 5th at HHS. "The ASVAB measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success." https://www.asvabprogram.com/parents-test The ASVAB is a test that the military and trade schools use as an admission tool. Sign up with Ms. Novino or Ms. Schnyder in the guidance office if interested.
The PSAT is $20 paid the day of the test. Free and Reduced Lunch students are free.
Freshmen-144 Sophomores-248 Juniors-196 Numbers signed up to date.
The link for students to sign up. PSAT REGISTRATION FORM-Freshmen Through Juniors https://forms.gle/
It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups soon. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student RECEIVED a hard copy. There are extra copies in the main office if needed.
PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice PRACTICE FOR PSAT AND SAT
Delaware County Technical Schools Virtual Open Houses
During the next two months, Delaware County Technical Schools will hold several Virtual Open Houses to provide prospective students and parents an opportunity to learn about our various technical programs. These Open Houses will be conducted through the Zoom meeting platform to allow students and parents to view the DCIU programs and ask our teachers questions. A recording of the Open Houses will be posted on the DCIU website to view our students' programs and parents who cannot attend the live virtual meeting.
Check out the Eventbrite page for registration here: https://DelcoTechHS.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
College Financial Planning
Here is a link to the saving for college from Fred Amrein. He usually does in-person workshops for HHS.
https://vimeo.com/497809124/
They also have an Understanding Your Financial Award Letter Webinar on 2/10. Here is the link for that program registration.
https://www.payfored.com/
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
PMEA Music Winners
Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 12 Announces 2020-2021 District-Level Band, Choir, and Orchestra Musicians. Chester, Delaware, and Philadelphia Counties—District 12 of Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) is pleased to announce the selected musicians for the 2020-2021 District 12-Level Band, Choir, and Orchestra from Haverford High School. HHS was well represented. Congratulations to all the winners!
District Band
Cole Yacono, Alto Saxophone
Nathaniel Drew, Trumpet
Henry Allen, Horn
District Choir
Tom Huangpu, Bass
Owen Krewson, Bass
Alexandria Lauff, Alto
Shane Leinhauser, Tenor
Jose Luis Policarpio, Tenor
Sophia Politano, Soprano
Libby Sweitzer, Alto
Sarah Wachs, Soprano
Elizabeth Womack, Alto
District Orchestra
Jordan Barbee, Viola
Chloe Hyun, Violin
Amelia Lint, Double Bass
Jose Luis Policarpio, Cello
Katie Youn, Cello
Kevin Zhang, Viola
The participants who were awarded places in the PMEA District 12 Ensembles were selected for their outstanding musicianship during a virtual audition process. Students received a score and additional commentary provided by area District 12 Music Educators. The top students from District 12 (as determined based on the statewide formulas) will be eligible to submit a recording to be considered for the All-State event to be hosted in April.
The Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) is a statewide nonprofit organization of over 4,000 members, dedicated to promoting the musical development of all Pennsylvanians. The present membership evolved from a small group of band directors dating from 1933. Today, the organization includes those engaged in music instruction at all levels, from preschool through college and university, and those in the music industry, merchandising, and publishing. The organization promotes and supports quality music education, learning, and performance, as well as promoting and supporting music education in schools and communities.
For more information about PMEA, please visit https://www.pmea.net/
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Our winter athletics are back! Competitions start next week!
Winter sports competitions will begin for some sports as early as next week. The Central Athletic League (CAL) continues to meet regularly to review schedules, coordinate plans, and monitor our winter athletic seasons. In an abundance of caution for contests that occur before the official CAL start of the league schedules, we will not allow fans to attend our competitions. We want to ensure that we get our initial indoor competitions off the floor and running successfully before hosting spectators. Here at Haverford High School, we are optimistic that we can start allowing home spectators (2 adults per student-athlete on the specific team competing) on Friday, January 22. Please know that we will live stream all contests that are hosted at home in our gym. This will include scrimmages and games. Our games are all viewable through our athletic youtube channel: https://www.youtube.
Thank you in advance for everyone's patience as we safely roll out winter sports.
Club News
Hi-Q
HiQ is 2-0 and won a virtual match versus Sun Valley and Penn Wood yesterday. The team is continuing the tradition of HHS greatness! Mr. Berardoni and Mr. Donaghy attended the virtual meet. See the picture below.
READ THE FORDIAN, your student newspaper!
Despite the virtual school, hybrid school, and the raging Pandemic, you can read the latest news at thefordian.com or Instagram hhsfordian. We have published many articles over the break. Learn how you can make delicious Hot Cocoa Bombs, follow the 2020 timeline, learn how the National Honor Society helped others through the pie sale and toy drive, and more! Please read and make a comment - the writers would love to hear from you.
Would you like to write an article? Take pictures? Learn graphic arts? Contact our Editor-in-Chief, Liz Wolfe, at ewolfe74@haverfordsd.net or text @thefordian to the number 81010.
E-Sports
LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP FOR ESPORTS. LOOK FOR AN EMAIL THIS WEEK ABOUT THE FIRST MEETING. An ESports interest Google Form was sent in December. Email Mr. Berardoni @ jberardoni@haverfordsd.net if you would like to sign up and cannot find the link.
Yearbook Club
How do I purchase a Yearbook OR Senior AD? It's easy ...Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com
The school code is 4592. Go to 'Buy a Yearbook' Questions? Mrs. Dinsmore, at ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net
Messages from The School Nurses and New Chester County Health Department (CCHD) Guidelines-REPEAT MESSAGE
https://www.chesco.org/4376/Coronavirus-COVID-19 Latest News About the Pandemic
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
The PA Secretary of Health also issued an order https://www.delcopa.gov/publicrelations/releases/2020/covid_additionalmitigation.html limiting inside gatherings to 10. This does not apply to schools, but it does apply to sports and activities. Therefore, our sports competitions will not begin until at least January 4 unless the order is changed.
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Fundraisers
The CLASS OF 2023 Fundraiser!
https://
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
We are back in our Hybrid Model! We cannot shorten up the emails yet because there is still too much good happening at HHS! The students did a wonderful job transitioning back to school. We have a nice mix of in-person students and students on Zoom. We will continue all of our safety measures now and in the New Year. As always, thanks for monitoring your student's grades on Powerschool. We appreciate you continuing to keep them engaged, safe, and active during these times!
Governor Wolf has put in a mitigation order that will begin tonight at midnight! HHS will not turn into a Pumpkin! See the link below. We cannot do any in-person extracurricular activities until 1/4/2021. Our athletics teams will be back strong in January. All indications are that the FORDS have some promising teams for winter athletics. The teams will have to practice outdoors on their own, like in the "old days." They will be ready when the seasons start in January! https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/disease/coronavirus/Pages/Guidance/Targeted-Mitigation-FAQ.aspx
No in-person activities, no problem! Check out our virtual play in the next two weeks. If you want to see it "live," tune into the Drama Club's Youtube Channel at 7:30 PM this Saturday. Our Drama Club perseveres no matter the restrictions! You cannot hold back their creativity during COVID!
Here is the link to the Haverford HS Drama Club YouTube page. http://www.youtube.com/channel/UChCZWm_xBcQmYmUG16pIWQg/
The Youtube Live Premiere Watch Page will appear sometime in the late afternoon tomorrow. The show starts at 7:30 PM EST! If you subscribe to the HHS Drama Club YouTube page, you will get an email alert as soon as the watch page goes live! DON'T MISS OUT!
SCHEDULE Remains the same for the Remainder of 2020
7:30 - 8:35 Block 1
8:38 - 9:43 Block 2
9:46 - 10:51 Block 3
10:54 - 12:00 Block 4
12:00 - 12:30 Lunch
12:35 - 2:30 Additional Time for Teacher Assistance and Enrichment
2:30 Band and Chorus Sectionals on Zoom, Athletics, and Extracurricular Meetings
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy
Principal-HHS
Student Technology Help Desk
Are you interested in helping with technology at HHS in the afternoons after school? Are you able to fix computers or help our technology department deliver necessary items to classrooms? This is a great opportunity for students that like to learn valuable lifelong skills and help HHS too.
Email Mr. Masino at jmasino@haverfordsd.net if you are interested.
Athletics Update
Our winter athletics will be on hold until 1/4/20. The players and coaches had a great first week of practice. They hope to receive their competition schedules when we return in the New Year. Our games will be live-streamed so that we can watch them live from home or on-demand.
Winter Sports: For sport-specific information, please contact each program coach directly to get added to the team email list. Their names and contacts are below.
If you have any questions about your physical form status, please contact our athletic trainer, Ms. Young, at kyoung@premierortho.com or kyoung@haverfordsd.net.
Girls Basketball Coach Pellicane, lpellicane@haverfordsd.net
Boys Basketball, Coach Heinerichs, kheinerichs@haverfordsd.net
Indoor Track & Field, Coach Meyers, gmeyers@haverfordsd.net
Swimming & Diving, Coach Stewart, mstewart@haverfordsd.net
Wrestling, Coach Jones, jjones@haverfordsd.net
Link to the PIAA CIPPE: http://www.piaa.org/assets/web/documents/PIAA_CIPPE_FORMS_SECTION(S)_1_-_10(1).pdf
Club News
E-Sports
All those interested in ESports look for a Google Form this week to sign-up for our latest club!
Drama Club
Drama Club Fall Play: Saturday evening at 7:30. Attend through the Haverford Drama Club YouTube.
Here is the link to the Haverford HS Drama Club YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChCZWm_xBcQmYmUG16pIWQg/
The Youtube Live Premiere Watch Page will appear sometime in the late afternoon tomorrow. The show starts at 7:30 PM EST! If you subscribe to the HHS Drama Club YouTube page, you will get an email alert as soon as the watch page goes live! DON'T MISS OUT!
FORDIAN
READ THE FORDIAN!! Go to thefordian.com to read the many articles that have been published during this unusual school year. Our enthusiastic and dedicated staff, led by Elizabeth Wolfe and Sophia Khan, will be publishing holiday articles this week as well as school updates. Log on and leave a comment. Be part of their audience! Support your school newspaper! New writers are always welcome. Text @thefordian to the number 81010
Penn and Ink Club
ATTENTION: HAVERFORD'S LITERARY MAGAZINE PEN AND INK IS ON FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR! Our new sponsor is Ms. Grady!
We are in desperate need of submissions and new staff members! If you enjoy art, writing, or creative work, please contact Lucy Witman ( lwitman28@haverfordsd.net ) or Rachel Plasky ( rplasky57@haverfprdsd.net ) to get involved or if you have any questions! Typical submissions are poetry, short stories, art pieces, photographs, or excerpts from longer pieces. You do not need to be on staff to submit to the magazine, but new members are very much welcome.
Yearbook Club
Yearbooks are no longer included with Senior Dues, and parents can go ahead and order a yearbook from Herff Jones directly.
Calling all parents! We are looking for pictures of your seniors to be used in this year's edition of the HHS Greystones! Please send in photos from Field Days, May Days, School Concerts, Talent Shows, or sports even if you transferred into the district! (Preferably group photos)
http://http://www.hjeshare.com/eShare/?code=hvfords Send in your favorite Selfie Photo. Click the link for details.
We want to remind all students and Guardians that you can order your yearbook today! Prices are at an all-time low, and they will be rising after thanksgiving. NEW THIS YEAR, Senior yearbooks are no longer part of your dues, and if you would like a copy, you must buy a book separately. Senior ads are also for sale, for a 1/4, 1/2, or full page! A senior ad is your way to show them how proud you are of them for all of their hard work and incredible accomplishments. You can add personal photos, special memories, and a unique message to honor and congratulate them in a way they'll be able to cherish for years to come.
To send the throwback photos to Ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net or arosshhs1@gmail.com
How do I purchase a Yearbook OR Senior AD? It's easy ...
Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com
The school code is 4592
Go to 'Buy a Yearbook'
Questions? email the yearbook advisor, Mrs. Dinsmore, at ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net
Messages from The School Nurses and New Chester County Health Department (CCHD) Guidelines
https://www.chesco.org/4376/Coronavirus-COVID-19 Latest News About the Pandemic
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
The PA Secretary of Health also issued an order https://www.delcopa.gov/publicrelations/releases/2020/covid_additionalmitigation.html limiting inside gatherings to 10. This does not apply to schools, but it does apply to sports and activities. Therefore, our sports competitions will not begin until at least January 2 unless the order is changed.
Here is a Minding Your Mind link on "Pandemic Grief and The Holidays" https://mindingyourmind.org/online/community-conversations/
Guidance News-Repeat except for ASVAB
ASVAB will be given on February 5th at HHS. "The ASVAB measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success." https://www.asvabprogram.com/parents-test The ASVAB is a test that the military and trade schools use as an admission tool. Sign up with Ms. Novino or Ms. Schnyder in the guidance office if interested.
PSAT-Repeat Message
The link for students to sign up. PSAT REGISTRATION FORM-Freshmen Through Juniors https://forms.gle/
The PSAT for all 2 or 4 Year College Bound Freshmen through Juniors will be on January 26, 2021. PSAT Registration information will be sent in November. It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups soon. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student RECEIVED a hard copy.
PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice PRACTICE FOR PSAT AND SAT
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Technology Help How Do I Get Tech Support? Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000 Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Items for Sale
1) Wrestling Team Fundraiser-Haverford Gear-Look great in Haverford Gear during 2021
2) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net
3) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
We hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving Break! We are trying to shorten up our emails in the New Year, and this email is the start of the process.
It was decided at last night's School Board that students return to their hybrid schedule on Wednesday, December 9th. Please continue to encourage your student to have their cameras on and ready to go for class on time. They are doing a great job of keeping up with the teachers' Canvas pages. We are continuing to attempt to strike the proper balance of screen and non-screen time. Let's all make a great academic push going into the Holiday Break! As always, the schedule is below. We are very proud of what the Fords are doing in and out of the classroom. Their creativity at clubs, service projects, and athletics has exceeded expectations. Our virtual Drama Club play will be out soon. Our Championship HI-Q team won their first competition ever on Zoom. Our winter athletics begin today. The Fords continue to deal with COVID and COVID guidelines while advancing in all endeavors! Thank you for supporting the students to be Ford Tough!
SCHEDULE
7:30 - 8:35 Block 1
8:38 - 9:43 Block 2
9:46 - 10:51 Block 3
10:54 - 12:00 Block 4
12:00 - 12:30 Lunch
12:35 - 2:30 Additional Time for Teacher Assistance and Enrichment
2:30 Band and Chorus Sectionals on Zoom, Athletics, and Extracurricular Meetings
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy
Principal-HHS
Student Technology Help Desk
Are you interested in helping with technology at HHS in the afternoons after school? Are you able to fix computers or help our technology department deliver necessary items to classrooms? This is a great opportunity for students that like to learn valuable lifelong skills and help HHS too.
Email Mr. Masino at jmasino@haverfordsd.net if you are interested.
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Winter Athletics begins today. All indoor activities will follow State and County guidelines. We hope competitions will start soon. Presently, Delaware County has limited athletics, so our competition start date has not been finalized. The Fords look to be in the mix of top teams in the area for all winter sports.
Winter Sports: For sport-specific information, please contact each program coach directly to get added to the team email list. Their names and contacts are below.
If you have any questions about your physical form status, please contact our athletic trainer, Ms. Young, at kyoung@premierortho.com or kyoung@haverfordsd.net.
Girls Basketball Coach Pellicane, lpellicane@haverfordsd.net
Boys Basketball, Coach Heinerichs, kheinerichs@haverfordsd.net
Indoor Track & Field, Coach Meyers, gmeyers@haverfordsd.net
Swimming & Diving, Coach Stewart, mstewart@haverfordsd.net
Wrestling, Coach Jones, jjones@haverfordsd.net
Link to the PIAA CIPPE: http://www.piaa.org/assets/web/documents/PIAA_CIPPE_FORMS_SECTION(S)_1_-_10(1).pdf
Student Technology Help Desk
Are you interested in helping with technology at HHS in the afternoons after school? Are you able to fix computers or help our technology department deliver necessary items to classrooms? This is a great opportunity for students that like to learn valuable lifelong skills and help HHS too.
Email Mr. Masino at jmasino@haverfordsd.net if you are interested.
Club News
Penn and Ink Club
ATTENTION: HAVERFORD'S LITERARY MAGAZINE PEN AND INK IS ON FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR! Our new sponsor is Ms. Grady!
We are in desperate need of submissions and new staff members! If you enjoy art, writing, or creative work, please contact Lucy Witman ( lwitman28@haverfordsd.net ) or Rachel Plasky ( rplasky57@haverfprdsd.net ) to get involved or if you have any questions! Typical submissions are poetry, short stories, art pieces, photographs, or excerpts from longer pieces. You do not need to be on staff to submit to the magazine, but new members are very much welcome.
Yearbook Club
Yearbooks are no longer included with Senior Dues, and parents can go ahead and order a yearbook from Herff Jones directly.
Calling all parents! We are looking for pictures of your seniors to be used in this year's edition of the HHS Greystones! Please send in photos from Field Days, May Days, School Concerts, Talent Shows, or sports even if you transferred into the district! (Preferably group photos)
http://http://www.hjeshare.com/eShare/?code=hvfords Send in your favorite Selfie Photo. Click the link for details.
We want to remind all students and Guardians that you can order your yearbook today! Prices are at an all-time low, and they will be rising after thanksgiving. NEW THIS YEAR, Senior yearbooks are no longer part of your dues, and if you would like a copy, you must buy a book separately. Senior ads are also for sale, for a 1/4, 1/2, or full page! A senior ad is your way to show them how proud you are of them for all of their hard work and incredible accomplishments. You can add personal photos, special memories, and a unique message to honor and congratulate them in a way they'll be able to cherish for years to come.
To send the throwback photos to Ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net or arosshhs1@gmail.com
How do I purchase a Yearbook OR Senior AD? It's easy ...
Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com
The school code is 4592
Go to 'Buy a Yearbook'
Questions? email the yearbook advisor, Mrs. Dinsmore, at ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net
Messages from The School Nurses and New Chester County Health Department (CCHD) Guidelines
https://www.chesco.org/4376/Coronavirus-COVID-19 Latest News About the Pandemic
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
The PA Secretary of Health also issued an order https://www.delcopa.gov/publicrelations/releases/2020/covid_additionalmitigation.html limiting inside gatherings to 10. This does not apply to schools, but it does apply to sports and activities. Therefore, our sports competitions will not begin until at least January 2 unless the order is changed.
Here is a Minding Your Mind link on "Pandemic Grief and The Holidays" https://mindingyourmind.org/online/community-conversations/
Guidance News-Repeat News
PSAT
The link for students to sign up. PSAT REGISTRATION FORM-Freshmen Through Juniors https://forms.gle/
The PSAT for all 2 or 4 Year College Bound Freshmen through Juniors will be on January 26, 2021. PSAT Registration information will be sent in November. It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups soon. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student RECEIVED a hard copy.
PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice PRACTICE FOR PSAT AND SAT
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Technology Help How Do I Get Tech Support? Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000 Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net
2) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
SCHEDULE
7:30 - 8:35 Block 1
8:38 - 9:43 Block 2
9:46 - 10:51 Block 3
10:54 - 12:00 Block 4
12:00 - 12:30 Lunch
12:35 - 2:30 Additional Time for Teacher Assistance and Enrichment
2:30 Band and Chorus Sectionals on Zoom, Athletics, and Extracurricular Meetings
The "A and B" day schedule (THIS IS NOT YOUR COHORT) for next Week for alternating classes only is Monday- B, Tuesday-B, Wednesday-A, Thursday-A, and Friday-B.
The DCIU Technical Education and Medical Careers Programs remain open and at the regularly scheduled bus runs.
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy
Principal-HHS
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Football vs. Strath Haven at 11 AM on Saturday, November 28. The game will be live-streamed at the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSscthr_BK5BtqjS9pCUnFg
Winter Sports: For sport-specific information, please contact each program coach directly to get added to the team email list. Their names and contacts are below.
Indoor Track & Field, Coach Meyers, gmeyers@haverfordsd.net
Swimming & Diving, Coach Stewart, mstewart@haverfordsd.net
Wrestling, Coach Jones, jjones@haverfordsd.net
Swimming and diving. Coach Stewart will communicate with our Swimming & Diving families. If you want to be added to the communication list, please email Coach Stewart.
We ask that families be prepared for either date. To be ready and have an opportunity to try out for any sport, each student-athlete is required to have completed PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation (CIPPE) form completed. The form must be dated June 1, 2020, or after. Sections 1-6 and Section 10 must be completed by all athletes. No student-athlete is allowed to tryout for any winter sports team until all appropriate sections have been completed. Please read below and also see if you need to turn in Section 7 or Section 8 if applicable. Please remember that all dates for tryouts are fluid, and we will continue to keep you updated in our weekly Friday email. Link to the PIAA CIPPE: http://www.piaa.org/assets/web/documents/PIAA_CIPPE_FORMS_SECTION(S)_1_-_10(1).pdf
Section 1- Personal and Emergency Information, completed by parent/guardian
Section 2- Certification of Parent/Guardian, completed by parent/guardian
Section 3- Understanding of Risk of Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 4- Understanding of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Symptoms and Warning Signs, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 5- Health History, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 6- PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation and Certification of Authorized Medical Examiner, completed by MD, DO, PAC, CRNP, or SNP
Section 10- 2020-2021 Supplemental Acknowledgment, Waiver and Release: COVID-19, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
If you played a fall sport or turned in a physical packet dated October 19 or earlier, you also have to complete the following:
Section 7- Re-Certification by Parent/Guardian, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
After completing sections 1-6 of the CIPPE form, this form must be completed for any student who required medical treatment from a licensed physician or osteopathic medicine.
Section 8- Re-Certification by Licensed Physician of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
If you have any questions about your physical form status, please contact our athletic trainer, Ms. Young, at kyoung@premierortho.com or kyoung@haverfordsd.net.
Technology Help How Do I Get Tech Support? Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000 Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily. We are open during the Week of November 30th.
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy
Principal-HHS
Homecoming News
We will crown The FORDS' Royalty on Wednesday at HHS. We will send the Class of 2021 an email on Monday afternoon about Wednesday's Crowning, which will be during the 3rd Block. Both Cohorts of Seniors will be able to participate outdoors in a socially distanced setting. The Bonfire has been moved with the Powder Puff Football Game until the Spring.
Class of 2021 News
Senior Dues will be sent after the New Year Begins. See below for yearbook orders. The yearbook is no longer a part of Senior Dues.
Student Technology Help Desk
Are you interested in helping with technology AT HHS in the afternoons after school? Are you able to fix computers or help our technology department deliver necessary items to classrooms? This is a great opportunity for students that like to learn valuable lifelong skills and help HHS too.
Email Mr. Masino at jmasino@haverfordsd.net if you are interested.
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Tonight Garnet Valley vs. The FORDS for the large school Central League Championship. For playoff and regular-season games, all pass rules are still in effect.
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many aspects of our daily lives and forced us to reconsider various time-honored traditions. The annual Haverford vs. Upper Darby Thanksgiving football game is one of the county's most beloved traditions. This game is an opportunity for both school communities, our athletes, alumni, and families to come together in competition and take part in many traditions that people look forward to every year. Unfortunately, based on the ongoing and rising COVID positivity rates and community transmission, the restrictions put upon us means that almost all of those wonderful game-day festivities needed to be canceled. Also, we would have had to severely restrict the spectators who would have been in attendance for the game, which doesn’t support this competition's spirit. For all these reasons, the Athletic and Educational leaders from both schools and the Football coaching staff and players have decided to postpone playing this game until next Thanksgiving. Instead of this game, each school will continue its participation in the Central League Football playoff system and compete against their respective opponents. Their individual opponents and the date/time of those games will be determined after regular league season plays on Friday, 11/20. Each school will communicate these matchups on their individual social media accounts and the Central League’s Twitter page.
Winter Sports: For sport-specific information, please contact the coach of each program directly to get added to the team email list. Their names and contacts are directly below.
Boys Basketball Tryout Information https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fvwcUAh1DGc6v53u_D8cION7t9EP75Fz94Z_l1Vadfw/edit
Boys Basketball Tryout Sign-Up Sheet https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNaS-UBxHkDanVU91nUl6D-YlWyYpj4NnZrnKaDhB4YSamcQ/viewform
Boys Basketball, Coach Heinerichs, kheinerichs@haverfordsd.net
Girls Basketball, Coach Pellicane, lpellicane@haverfordsd.net Please email Ms. Pellicane directly if you would like to be put on the correspondence for tryouts.
Indoor Track & Field, Coach Meyers, gmeyers@haverfordsd.net
Swimming & Diving, Coach Stewart, mstewart@haverfordsd.net
Wrestling, Coach Jones, jjones@haverfordsd.net
Basketball will host tryouts on November 20, 21, and 23. After team selections are made, they will then resume on November 30 with regular practices.
Swimming may begin prior to November 30. We are actively working on these details, and Coach Stewart will communicate with our Swimming & Diving families. If you want to be added to the communication list, please email Coach Stewart.
Indoor Track & Field and Wrestling will begin on November 30.
We ask that families be prepared for either date. In order to be ready and have an opportunity to try out for any sport, each student-athlete is required to have completed PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation (CIPPE) form completed. The form must be dated June 1, 2020, or after.
Sections 1-6 and Section 10, must be completed by all athletes. No student-athlete is allowed to tryout for any winter sports team until all appropriate sections have been completed. Please read below and also see if you need to turn in Section 7 or Section 8 if applicable. Please remember that all dates for tryouts are fluid, and we will continue to keep you updated in our weekly Friday email.
Link to the PIAA CIPPE: http://www.piaa.org/assets/web/documents/PIAA_CIPPE_FORMS_SECTION(S)_1_-_10(1).pdf
Section 1- Personal and Emergency Information, completed by parent/guardian
Section 2- Certification of Parent/Guardian, completed by parent/guardian
Section 3- Understanding of Risk of Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 4- Understanding of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Symptoms and Warning Signs, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 5- Health History, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 6- PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation and Certification of Authorized Medical Examiner, completed by MD, DO, PAC, CRNP, or SNP
Section 10- 2020-2021 Supplemental Acknowledgment, Waiver and Release: COVID-19, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
If you played a fall sport or turned in a physical packet dated October 19 or earlier, you also have to complete the following:
Section 7- Re-Certification by Parent/Guardian, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
This form must be completed for any student who, subsequent to completion of sections 1-6 of the CIPPE form, required medical treatment from a licensed physician or osteopathic medicine.
Section 8- Re-Certification by Licensed Physician of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
If you have any questions about your physical form status, please contact our athletic trainer, Ms. Young, at kyoung@premierortho.com or kyoung@haverfordsd.net.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSscthr_BK5BtqjS9pCUnFg
Club News
Yearbook Club Message
Yearbooks are no longer included with Senior Dues, and parents can go ahead and order a yearbook from Herff Jones directly.
Calling all parents! We are looking for pictures of your seniors to be used in this year's edition of the HHS Greystones! Please send in photos from Field Days, May Days, School Concerts, Talent Shows, or sports even if you transferred into the district! (Preferably group photos)
We want to remind all students and Guardians that you can order your yearbook today! Prices are at an all-time low, and they will be rising after thanksgiving. NEW THIS YEAR, Senior yearbooks are no longer part of your dues, and if you would like a copy, you must buy a book separately. Senior ads are also for sale, for a 1/4, 1/2, or full page! A senior ad is your way to show them how proud you are of them for all of their hard work and incredible accomplishments. You can add personal photos, special memories, and a unique message to honor and congratulate them in a way they'll be able to cherish for years to come.
To send the throwback photos to Ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net or arosshhs1@gmail.com
How do I purchase a Yearbook OR Senior AD? It's easy ...
Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com
The school code is 4592
Go to 'Buy a Yearbook'
Questions? email the yearbook advisor, Mrs. Dinsmore, at ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net
Messages from The School Nurses-REPEAT FROM LAST TWO WEEKs
Please see below for the most up-to-date information regarding when your student will be sent home, how long they will have to remain at home, and how to properly care for your student or a family member if they become sick.
Your Child Will Be Sent Home If:
They have any one of the following symptoms: Lack of smell or taste (without congestion), cough; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing.
-OR-
They have any two of the following symptoms: Fever (temporal scanner > 99.5); sore throat; chills; muscle pain; fatigue; headache; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.
**Please note that, though these are the CCHD criteria for COVID-19, your student WILL BE SENT HOME REGARDLESS for fever or vomiting as their only symptom as per our standard school policy and procedure. For non-COVID-related nurse visits, nurses will continue to use best practices to assess your student and their needs.
Information for Students Who Have Symptoms:
Quarantine Guidelines
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/quarantine.html
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59558/Instructions-for-Symptomatic-Students-Updated
Information for Students Who May Have Been Exposed:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59557/Instructions-for-Exposed-Students-Updated
General Caregiving Information:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/54466/COVID-19-Caregiver
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
Guidance News-REPEAT FROM LAST WEEK
Financial Aid Night:
HHS Financial Aid Night Presentation (recording) https://pheaaconf.webex.com/
FinalFAFSAPresentation21-22 Wendy October 2020.pdf You can also check out these additional Financial Aid Resources: Creating a Federal Student Aid Account (FSA ID) FAFSA Tipsheet: Filing the FAFSA & Getting Financial Aid PA Student Aide Guide.
November Newsletter November 2020 Counseling Newsletter.pdf or @https://www.Haverford.k12.pa.us/home-high-school/counseling
PSAT
The link for students to sign up. PSAT REGISTRATION FORM-Freshmen Through Juniors https://forms.gle/
The PSAT for all 2 or 4 Year College Bound Freshmen through Juniors will be on January 26, 2021. PSAT Registration information will be sent in November. It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups soon. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student RECEIVED a hard copy.
PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice PRACTICE FOR PSAT AND SAT
Here is a great resource about financial planning from Fred Amrein. Fred used to do presentations in the evening at HHS each Fall. Due to COVID, he now has webinars. Check out his easy to navigate website @ https://www.payfored.com/ and get on his mailing list for upcoming webinars.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Technology Help How Do I Get Tech Support? Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000 Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Items for Sale-Repeat From Last
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net
2) FBLA and NBHS have partnered up to raise funds for our clubs, as well as our state project this year - The American Heart Association. Due to the unique position we are in, we figured masks would be the perfect option!
Attached are pictures of the 3 mask options we have. They are $10 each or 3 for $25. If you would like to order, please reply to jmini@haverfordsd.net and let me know what style(s) you would like!
3) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Homecoming News
We cannot have the Homecoming Dance this year, but we are working on other activities to keep the spirit high. See below for the dress for this upcoming week.
Messages from The School Nurses-REPEAT FROM LAST WEEK
Please see below for the most up-to-date information regarding when your student will be sent home, how long they will have to remain at home, and how to properly care for your student or a family member if they become sick.
Your Child Will Be Sent Home If:
They have any one of the following symptoms: Lack of smell or taste (without congestion); cough; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing.
-OR-
They have any two of the following symptoms: Fever (temporal scanner > 99.5); sore throat; chills; muscle pain; fatigue; headache; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.
**Please note that, though these are the CCHD criteria for COVID-19, your student WILL BE SENT HOME REGARDLESS for fever or vomiting as their only symptom as per our standard school policy and procedure. For non-COVID-related nurse visits, nurses will continue to use best practices to assess your student and their needs.
Information for Students Who Have Symptoms:
Quarantine Guidelines
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/quarantine.html
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59558/Instructions-for-Symptomatic-Students-Updated
Information for Students Who May Have Been Exposed:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59557/Instructions-for-Exposed-Students-Updated
General Caregiving Information:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/54466/COVID-19-Caregiver
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
Guidance News
Financial Aid Night: The Haverford High School Counseling Department sponsored a Financial Aid Night last Tuesday. Here are the presentation and slide show.
HHS Financial Aid Night Presentation (recording) https://pheaaconf.webex.com/
Recording Password:gG2Bk2J5
FinalFAFSAPresentation21-22 Wendy October 2020.pdf
You can also check out these additional Financial Aid Resources: Creating a Federal Student Aid Account (FSA ID) FAFSA Tipsheet: Filing the FAFSA & Getting Financial Aid PA Student Aide Guide.
November Newsletter November 2020 Counseling Newsletter.pdf or @https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/home-high-school/counseling
PSAT
The link for students to sign up. PSAT REGISTRATION FORM-Freshmen Through Juniors https://forms.gle/
The PSAT for all 2 or 4 Year College Bound Freshmen through Juniors will be on January 26, 2021. PSAT Registration information will be sent in November. It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups soon. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student RECEIVED a hard copy.
PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice PRACTICE FOR PSAT AND SAT
Here is a great resource about financial planning from Fred Amrein. Fred used to do presentations in the evening at HHS each Fall. Due to COVID, he now has webinars. Check out his easy to navigate website @ https://www.payfored.com/ and get on his mailing list for upcoming webinars.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Fall Sports: Good luck to our fall teams as they begin playoffs or finish up their seasons!
For playoff and regular-season games, all pass rules are still in effect.
Our below-listed home games will be live-streamed to our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSscthr_BK5BtqjS9pCUnFg/
Fall Sports Playoffs
Field Hockey earned the #5 seed and will host Upper Darby today at 3:45 p.m. in our stadium.
Girls Volleyball earned the #8 seed and will host Harriton today at 3:45 p.m. in our gym.
Boys Soccer earned the #6 seed and will host Springfield tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. in our stadium.
Girls Soccer earned the # 9 seed and will travel to Harriton tomorrow for a 3:00
Fall Sports Regular Season
Football has a regular season away game vs. Conestoga tonight at 7:00 p.m. To watch their live stream tune in here: https://www.tesd.net/tetv
Winter Sports: For sport-specific information, please contact the coach of each program directly to get added to the team email list. Their names and contacts are directly below.
Boys Basketball Tryout Information https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fvwcUAh1DGc6v53u_D8cION7t9EP75Fz94Z_l1Vadfw/edit
Boys Basketball Tryout Sign-Up Sheet https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNaS-UBxHkDanVU91nUl6D-YlWyYpj4NnZrnKaDhB4YSamcQ/viewform
Boys Basketball, Coach Heinerichs, kheinerichs@haverfordsd.net
Girls Basketball, Coach Pellicane, lpellicane@haverfordsd.net Please email Ms. Pellicane directly if you would like to be put on the correspondence for tryouts.
Indoor Track & Field, Coach Meyers, gmeyers@haverfordsd.net
Swimming & Diving, Coach Stewart, mstewart@haverfordsd.net
Wrestling, Coach Jones, jjones@haverfordsd.net
Basketball will host tryouts on November 20, 21, and 23. After team selections are made, they will then resume on November 30 with regular practices.
Swimming may begin prior to November 30. We are actively working on these details and Coach Stewart will communicate to our Swimming & Diving families. If you want to be added to the communication list please email Coach Stewart.
Indoor Track & Field and Wrestling will begin on November 30.
We ask that families be prepared for either date. In order to be ready and have an opportunity to try out for any sport, each student-athlete is required to have completed PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation (CIPPE) form completed. The form must be dated June 1, 2020, or after.
Sections 1-6 and Section 10, must be completed by all athletes. No student-athlete is allowed to tryout for any winter sports team until all appropriate sections have been completed. Please read below and also see if you need to turn in Section 7 or Section 8 if applicable. Please remember that all dates for tryouts are fluid and we will continue to keep you updated in our weekly Friday email.
Link to the PIAA CIPPE: http://www.piaa.org/assets/web/documents/PIAA_CIPPE_FORMS_SECTION(S)_1_-_10(1).pdf
Section 1- Personal and Emergency Information, completed by parent/guardian
Section 2- Certification of Parent/Guardian, completed by parent/guardian
Section 3- Understanding of Risk of Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 4- Understanding of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Symptoms and Warning Signs, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 5- Health History, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 6- PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation and Certification of Authorized Medical Examiner, completed by MD, DO, PAC, CRNP, or SNP
Section 10- 2020-2021 Supplemental Acknowledgment, Waiver and Release: COVID-19, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
If you played a fall sport or turned in a physical packet dated October 19 or earlier you also have to complete the following:
Section 7- Re-Certification by Parent/Guardian, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
This form must be completed for any student who, subsequent to completion of sections 1-6 of the CIPPE form, required medical treatment from a licensed physician or osteopathic medicine.
Section 8- Re-Certification by Licensed Physician of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
If you have any questions about your physical form status, please contact our athletic trainer, Ms. Young, at kyoung@premierortho.com or kyoung@haverfordsd.net.
Playoff schedule for Field Hockey, B/G Soccer, and G Volleyball:
Playoffs for the above varsity teams will begin on Saturday, 11/14. The Central Athletic League playoff system for these teams is "all-in." The top 4 teams in each sport will have a first-round bye. The tournament is also one and done. So if you win, you keep going, and if you lose, your season is over. Possible playoff dates are as follows:
1st round: Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14
Quarterfinals: Tuesday, November 17
Semifinals: Thursday, November 19
Finals: Saturday, November 21
Let's Go, Fords!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSscthr_BK5BtqjS9pCUnFg
Club News
Yearbook Club Message
Yearbooks are no longer included with Senior Dues, and parents can go ahead and order a yearbook from Herff Jones directly.
Calling all parents! We are looking for pictures of your seniors to be used in this year's edition of the HHS Greystones! Please send in photos from Field Days, May Days, School Concerts, Talent Shows, or sports even if you transferred into the district! (Preferably group photos)
We want to remind all students and Guardians that you can order your yearbook today! Prices are at an all-time low, and they will be rising after thanksgiving. NEW THIS YEAR, Senior yearbooks are no longer part of your dues, and if you would like a copy, you must buy a book separately. Senior ads are also for sale, for a 1/4, 1/2, or full page! A senior ad is your way to show them how proud you are of them for all of their hard work and incredible accomplishments. You can add personal photos, special memories, and a unique message to honor and congratulate them in a way they'll be able to cherish for years to come.
How do I purchase a Yearbook OR Senior AD? It's easy ...
Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com
The school code is 4592
Go to 'Buy a Yearbook'
Questions? email the yearbook advisor, Mrs. Dinsmore, at ddinsmore@haverfordsd.net
WHHS DJs Needed
WHHS is looking for DJs! If you are interested in having your own weekly radio show on the school station, apply by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/
With any additional questions, contact Catherine Corbett at ccorbett62@haverfordsd.net
Technology Help How Do I Get Tech Support? Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000 Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net
2) FBLA and NBHS have partnered up to raise funds for our clubs, as well as our state project this year - The American Heart Association. Due to the unique position we are in, we figured masks would be the perfect option!
Attached are pictures of the 3 mask options we have. They are $10 each or 3 for $25. If you would like to order, please reply to jmini@haverfordsd.net and let me know what style(s) you would like!
3) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Daily Schedule (Including virtual Fridays)
Full Week the week of 11/9/20!!!
Time Block / Activity
7:30 - 8:35 Block 1
8:38 - 9:43 Block 2
9:46 - 10:51 Block 3
10:54 - 12:00 Block 4
12:00 - 12:30 Grab and Go Lunch/Dismissal and Orchestra Sectionals
12:35 - 2:30 Additional Time for Teacher Assistance and Enrichment
2:30 Band and Chorus Sectionals on Zoom, Athletics, and Extracurricular Meetings
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy, Principal
Go Fords!
Homecoming Planning
We cannot have a Homecoming Dance this year. Still, our Senior Officers and Student Senate are planning a Homecoming Court, painted jeans, spirit days, and socially distanced Bonfire and Outdoor Parade or Pep Rally. Stay tuned for more details in the upcoming weeks.
PSSM Annual Belonging Survey-November 11th and 12th
In partnership with The University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education’s Catalyst Program, we are surveying all students in fourth through twelfth grade to learn whether or not they feel a sense of belonging in school. This is our 3rd year conducting this survey. We will be using the Psychological Sense of School Membership Scale (PSSM) as our survey tool. While we will collect basic demographic information from students as part of the survey, we will not link survey results to individual students. To reiterate, survey respondents will remain completely anonymous. Students at HHS will take the survey during the school day, and the entire process should take less than 20 minutes. An IRB is not necessary as the results will not be used for any research purposes. This information is for our internal use only. They will receive a link from their teacher to complete the survey. Students at home will receive the link too.
We are committed to maintaining and enhancing an affirming and supportive learning environment for all School District of Haverford Township members. The information collected from the students will be helpful in this quest. However, if you would prefer your child not to participate in this survey, please call or put this request in writing to your child’s principal.
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Winter Sports Updates:
For sport-specific information, please contact the coach of each program directly to get added to the team email list. Their names and contacts are directly below.
Boys Basketball, Coach Heinerichs, kheinerichs@
Girls Basketball, Coach Pellicane, lpellicane@
Indoor Track & Field, Coach Meyers, gmeyers@haverfordsd.net
Swimming & Diving, Coach Stewart, mstewart@haverfordsd.
Wrestling, Coach Jones, jjones@haverfordsd.net
Winter sports, as of today, are anticipated to begin on November 20 or November 30. We ask that families be prepared for either date. In order to be ready and have an opportunity to try out for any sport, each student-athlete is required to have completed PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation (CIPPE) form completed. The form must be dated June 1, 2020, or after.
Sections 1-6 and Section 10, must be completed by all athletes. No student-athlete is allowed to tryout for any winter sports team until all appropriate sections have been completed. Please read below and also see if you need to turn in Section 7 or Section 8 if applicable. Please remember that all dates for tryouts are fluid, and we will continue to keep you updated in our weekly Friday email.
Link to the PIAA CIPPE: http://www.piaa.org/
Section 1- Personal and Emergency Information, completed by parent/guardian
Section 2- Certification of Parent/Guardian, completed by parent/guardian
Section 3- Understanding of Risk of Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 4- Understanding of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Symptoms and Warning Signs, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 5- Health History, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
Section 6- PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation and Certification of Authorized Medical Examiner, completed by MD, DO, PAC, CRNP, or SNP
Section 10- 2020-2021 Supplemental Acknowledgment, Waiver and Release: COVID-19, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
If you played a fall sport or turned in a physical packet dated October 19 or earlier, you also have to complete the following:
Section 7- Re-Certification by Parent/Guardian, completed by parent/guardian and student-athlete
This form must be completed for any student who, subsequent to completion of sections 1-6 of the CIPPE form, required medical treatment from a licensed physician or osteopathic medicine.
Section 8- Re-Certification by Licensed Physician of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
If you have any questions about your physical form status, please contact our athletic trainer, Ms. Young, at kyoung@premierortho.com or kyoung@haverfordsd.net.
Fall athletics updates: We are in the home stretch for some of our fall sports. We would like to thank all of our athletes, coaches, and our families for working hard to make this all work. We have to continue to mask up, social distance where we can and do our part to keep sports moving forward. Thanks to our community's hard work, our teams have been successful this fall! #HPride
Athletic Schedules for next week:
Bolded games will be live-streamed on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.
| Start Date | Start Time | Sport | H/A | Opponents/Title |
| 11/9/20 | 3:30 PM | BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL | A | @ Ridley |
| 11/9/20 | 3:30 PM | GIRLS JV-B SOCCER | H | Conestoga |
| 11/9/20 | 3:30 PM | GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL | H | Lower Merion |
| 11/9/20 | 4:45 PM | GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL | H | Lower Merion |
| 11/9/20 | 5:30 PM | GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY | A | @ Lower Merion |
| 11/9/20 | 6:30 PM | GIRLS VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY | A | @ Lower Merion |
| 11/10/20 | 3:30 PM | GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER | A | @ Lower Merion |
| 11/10/20 | 3:45 PM | BOYS VARSITY SOCCER | H | Lower Merion |
| 11/10/20 | 5:30 PM | BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER | H | Lower Merion |
| 11/10/20 | 5:15 PM | GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER | A | @ Lower Merion |
| 11/11/20 | 3:45 PM | GIRLS VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY | A | @ Garnet Valley |
| 11/11/20 | 5:15 PM | GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY | A | @ Garnet Valley |
| 11/11/20 | 5:15 PM | GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL | H | Garnet Valley |
| 11/11/20 | 6:30 PM | GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL | H | Garnet Valley |
| 11/12/20 | 4:00 PM | GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER | A | @ Garnet Valley |
| 11/12/20 | 5:00 PM | BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER | H | Garnet Valley |
| 11/12/20 | 7:00 PM | BOYS VARSITY SOCCER | H | Garnet Valley |
| 11/12/20 | 6:00 PM | GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER | A | @ Garnet Valley |
| 11/13/20 | 4:00 PM | BOYS FRESHMAN FOOTBALL | A | @ Upper Darby |
| 11/13/20 | 7:00 PM | BOYS VARSITY FOOTBALL | A | @ Conestoga |
| 11/13/20 | 7:00 PM | GIRLS VARSITY CHEERLEADING | A | @ Conestoga |
Playoff schedule for Field Hockey, B/G Soccer, and G Volleyball:
Playoffs for the above varsity teams will begin on Saturday, 11/14. The Central Athletic League playoff system for these teams is "all-in." The top 4 teams in each sport will have a first-round bye. The tournament is also one and done. So if you win, you keep going, and if you lose, your season is over. Possible playoff dates are as follows:
1st round: Saturday, November 14
Quarterfinals: Tuesday, November 17
Semifinals: Thursday, November 19
Finals: Saturday, November 21
Let's Go, Fords!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSscthr_BK5BtqjS9pCUnFg
Messages from The School Nurses
Please see below for the most up-to-date information regarding when your student will be sent home, how long they will have to remain at home, and how to properly care for your student or a family member if they become sick.
Your Child Will Be Sent Home If:
They have any one of the following symptoms: Lack of smell or taste (without congestion); cough; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing.
-OR-
They have any two of the following symptoms: Fever (temporal scanner > 99.5); sore throat; chills; muscle pain; fatigue; headache; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.
**Please note that, though these are the CCHD criteria for COVID-19, your student WILL BE SENT HOME REGARDLESS for fever or vomiting as their only symptom as per our standard school policy and procedure. For non-COVID-related nurse visits, nurses will continue to use best practices to assess your student and their needs.
Information for Students Who Have Symptoms:
Quarantine Guidelines
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/quarantine.html
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59558/Instructions-for-Symptomatic-Students-Updated
Information for Students Who May Have Been Exposed:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59557/Instructions-for-Exposed-Students-Updated
General Caregiving Information:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/54466/COVID-19-Caregiver
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
Guidance News
November Newsletter November 2020 Counseling Newsletter.pdf or @https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/home-high-school/counseling
College Fair Guide.pdf College Fair Guide. This gets delivered to the Guidance Office annually. The Virtual College Fair is Sunday, November 8th, from 2 PM-10 PM.
Financial Aid Night:
The Haverford High School Counseling Department will be sponsoring a Financial Aid Night on Tuesday,
November 10th from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. This event is for senior families with students entering post-secondary institutions in the Fall of 2021. From the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), Fran McKeown will present an overview of the FAFSA process for 2021-2022. There will be
an opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation.
Please create an FSA ID Account (Username and Password) before this event.
Please join the presentation by clicking on the Event Address below:
https://pheaaconf.webex.com/
You can also check out these additional Financial Aid Resources:
Creating a Federal Student Aid Account (FSA ID)
FAFSA Tipsheet: Filing the FAFSA & Getting Financial Aid
The PSAT for all 2 or 4 Year College Bound Freshmen through Juniors will be on January 26, 2021. PSAT Registration information will be sent in November. It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups soon. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student RECEIVED a hard copy this past week.
PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice PRACTICE FOR PSAT AND SAT
Here is a great resource about financial planning from Fred Amrein. Fred used to do presentations in the evening at HHS each Fall. Due to COVID, he now has webinars. Check out his easy to navigate website @ https://www.payfored.com/ and get on his mailing list for upcoming webinars.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Club News
Best Buddies No Shave November *Mustache Edition*
This year Best Buddies will be doing MOVEMBER! This means mustache only, but beards are still allowed if you are up for the challenge. You must hand in $5 and sign up by Tuesday, November 10th, to participate in this event. When you sign up, MS K will take your picture. The winner of No Shave November will receive a trophy and their name on the No Shave November plaque.
WHHS DJs Needed
WHHS is looking for DJs! If you are interested in having your own weekly radio show on the school station, apply by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/
With any additional questions, contact Catherine Corbett at ccorbett62@haverfordsd.net
Fordian
Read The Fordian, your student online newspaper. Go to thefordian.com Also on Instagram #hhsfordian. New articles are posted weekly. Read about the 2020 election, Halloween Trick-and-Trunk, the Importance of Kindness, QAnon, Sippy's tea shop, and more.
Class Officers of 2024
2024 Officers Promo.pdf Interested in being a Class Officer for The Class of 2024?
Technology Help How Do I Get Tech Support? Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000 Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net
2) FBLA and NBHS have partnered up to raise funds for our clubs, as well as our state project this year - The American Heart Association. Due to the unique position we are in, we figured masks would be the perfect option!
Attached are pictures of the 3 mask options we have. They are $10 each or 3 for $25. If you would like to order, please reply to jmini@haverfordsd.net and let me know what style(s) you would like!
3) Football Gear Fundraiser
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/FORDSFB20
4) Boys' Lax Gear Fundraiser
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/HHSBLAZ20
5) Haverford Baseball Gear Fundraiser
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/HAVBSB
6) Basketball Gear Fundraiser starting next week featuring Haverford Sweatshirts.
7) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Daily Schedule (Including virtual Fridays)
Time Block / Activity
7:30 - 8:35 Block 1
8:38 - 9:43 Block 2
9:46 - 10:51 Block 3
10:54 - 12:00 Block 4
12:00 - 12:30 Grab and Go Lunch/Dismissal and Orchestra Sectionals
12:35 - 2:30 Additional Time for Teacher Assistance and Enrichment
2:30 Band and Chorus Sectionals on Zoom, Athletics, and Extracurricular Meetings
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy, Principal
Go Fords!
Class of 2021
Halloween Haunted Hallway Sponsored by the Student Senate and Class of 2021 was a success in the pouring rain! Kudos to the Senior Class officers, Student Senate, and their Advisors!
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Senior Nights have been exciting! Also, this week we crowned our first Central League Champion, Riley Quartermain, in golf! Riley carded 3 birdies in the back 9 at Downingtown Country Club to become the 1st Women's Central league Golf Champion in Haverford history! The team came in 3rd in one of the toughest golf leagues in PA. Great season by Riley and the Golfing Fords! Cara Fredericks recorded the 1000th dig of her career in Haverford's 3-0 shutout over Springfield in volleyball news. Look for Cara and the rest of the Ford teams to do more digging for Championship Gold in November!
We will allow each fall sport athletic participant 2 passes each. This pass is good for home games and can only be utilized by the student-athletes' parents/guardians. Student-athletes in grades 9-11 will only have their parents permitted at home contests. Senior (Class of 2021) student-athletes will be given senior (Class of 2021) passes. Senior parents/guardians will be allowed to travel to away contests at schools that permit the away team spectators. Ms. Robtison will communicate to each coach with games senior (Class of 2021) parents can travel. The pass only shows that you are approved to be there. If the school is charging admission, the parent/guardian will still be required to pay for their ticket to gain admission. All spectators are required to socially distance and wear masks at all sites at all times.
Anyone coming to our contests or going to an away contest should stay home if they are experiencing any of the following symptoms: fever/chills, cough, loss of taste/smell, sore throat, shortness of breath, vomiting or diarrhea, has come into close contact with someone with COVID or has recently traveled to a banned state.
We have begun live-streaming games on our new athletics youtube channel. The games are recorded, so watch them at your leisure.
Here are the upcoming events:
To any parent of a wrestler that is interested in participating in the 2020-21 season, please consider joining our head coach, Mr. Jones, in a zoom meeting on November 5, 2020, at 7:30 p.m.
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
85142079852?pwd= K3R4ZktSck55eE1Dak82Nms4TVhtZz 09 Webinar ID: 851 4207 9852
Passcode: 213502
Live Stream Events
11/2- JV Football, 3:45 game vs. Lower Merion
11/2- JV/V Boys Soccer, 5:45/7:15 vs. Ridley
11/2- Girls Tennis vs. Garnet Valley- 2:00 match with the senior ceremony at the conclusion. T
11/2- Girls Volleyball, 3:30 V, JV to follow
11/3- None
11/4- V/JV Field Hockey, 3:300/4:45 vs. Marple Newtown
11/5- V/JV Girls Soccer, 3:45/5:30 vs. Marple Newtown
11/6- Varsity Football 7:00 vs. Ridley
11/7- Freshman Football vs. Springfield 10:00 a.m.
11/10- V/JV Boys Soccer, 3:45/5:30 vs. LM
11/12- JV/V Boys Soccer, 5:15/7:00 vs. Garnet Valley
11/20- Varsity FB 7:00 vs. Garnet Valley
Check out the YouTube Channel for games that were recorded earlier in the week.
Messages from The School Nurses
Please see below for the most up-to-date information regarding when your student will be sent home, how long they will have to remain at home, and how to properly care for your student or a family member if they become sick.
Your Child Will Be Sent Home If:
They have any one of the following symptoms: Lack of smell or taste (without congestion); cough; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing.
-OR-
They have any two of the following symptoms: Fever (temporal scanner > 99.5); sore throat; chills; muscle pain; fatigue; headache; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.
**Please note that, though these are the CCHD criteria for COVID-19, your student WILL BE SENT HOME REGARDLESS for fever or vomiting as their only symptom as per our standard school policy and procedure. For non-COVID-related nurse visits, nurses will continue to use best practices to assess your student and their needs.
Information for Students Who Have Symptoms:
Quarantine Guidelines
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/quarantine.html
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59558/Instructions-for-Symptomatic-Students-Updated
Information for Students Who May Have Been Exposed:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59557/Instructions-for-Exposed-Students-Updated
General Caregiving Information:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/54466/COVID-19-Caregiver
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
Guidance News
College Fair Guide.pdf College Fair Guide. This gets delivered to the Guidance Office annually.
The PSAT for all 2 or 4 Year College Bound Freshmen through Juniors will be on January 26, 2021. PSAT Registration information will be sent in November. It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups in November. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student will receive a hard copy in the next two weeks. PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
Here is a great resource about financial planning from Fred Amrein. Fred used to do presentations in the evening at HHS each Fall. Due to COVID, he now has webinars. Check out his easy to navigate website @ https://www.payfored.com/ and get on his mailing list for upcoming webinars.
October Newsletter https://resources.finalsite.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Club News
Chess Club Informational Meeting
Date: Monday, November 2nd
Time: 2:15 pm
Location: Google Meet or Zoom
Sign-up: Email Josh Mintzer at jmintzer84@haverfordsd.net
Come out to our first Chess Club meeting of the year to meet fellow chess players, learn more about how we will be running the club virtually, and sign-up to play some chess! Email Josh Mintzer at jmintzer84@haverfordsd.net
Class Officers of 2024
2024 Officers Promo.pdf Interested in being a Class Officer for The Class of 2024?
Technology Help How Do I Get Tech Support? Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000 Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net
2) FBLA and NBHS have partnered up to raise funds for our clubs, as well as our state project this year - The American Heart Association. Due to the unique position we are in, we figured masks would be the perfect option!
Attached are pictures of the 3 mask options we have. They are $10 each or 3 for $25. If you would like to order, please reply to jmini@haverfordsd.net and let me know what style(s) you would like!
3) Football Gear Fundraiser
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/FORDSFB20
4) Boys' Lax Gear Fundraiser
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/HHSBLAZ20
5) Haverford Baseball Gear Fundraiser
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/HAVBSB
6) Basketball Gear Fundraiser starting next week featuring Haverford Sweatshirts.
7) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Students of the Month-October 2020
Marc Bronstein, Class of 2021 nominated by Ms. McCarty
Sophie DiMatteo, Class of 2021 nominated by Ms. M. Marshall
Ross Weiner, Class of 2021 nominated by Ms. Mini
Collin Winfield-Kimmel, Class of 2021 nominated by Dr. Quinn and Ms. Vindler
Lucy Witman, Class of 2021 nominated by Mr. M. Mullen
Anastasia Boukidis, Class of 2022 nominated by Mr. Decina
Cole Kenworthy, Class of 2022 nominated by Mr. Vettori
Parker Lawrence, Class of 2022 nominated by Ms. K. Moore
Jose Policarpio, Class of 2022 nominated by Ms. Hendler
James Kinkopf, Class of 2023 nominated by Mr. Caviglia
Rachel Levin, Class of 2023 nominated by Ms. Mortland
Phoebe Martin, Class of 2023 nominated by Mr. Hulea
Riley Vetter, Class of 2023 nominated by Ms. Herbert
Tatianna Bates, Class of 2024 nominated by Ms. McCarty
Sophia Mandi-Capriotti, Class of 2024 nominated by Ms. Martinelli
Aaron Pasetti, Class of 2024 nominated by Ms. Lynn
Catherine Yerger, Class of 2024 nominated by Ms. Creed and Ms. S. Moore
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Daily Schedule (Including virtual Fridays)
Time Block / Activity
7:30 - 8:35 Block 1
8:38 - 9:43 Block 2
9:46 - 10:51 Block 3
10:54 - 12:00 Block 4
12:00 - 12:30 Grab and Go Lunch/Dismissal and Orchestra Sectionals
12:35 - 2:30 Additional Time for Teacher Assistance and Enrichment
2:30 Band and Chorus Sectionals on Zoom, Athletics, and Extracurricular Meetings
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy, Principal
Go Fords!
Class of 2021
Halloween Haunted Hallway Sponsored by the Student Senate and Class of 2021.
Where: Music Hallway Entrance
When: October 29, 2021
Time: 6:00-7:00
What: An HHS student-only event. Walk the hallway that will be decorated and staffed by members of the Class of 2021. This is a free event!
Halloween masks do not take the place of CDC approved masks!
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
What a week in athletics! Double overtime thrillers, students competing, parents back cheering, new track, new scoreboards, and H-Pride everywhere!
The league has made passes, and we will start distributing to the teams as soon as we get them. Teams with home competitions before our official passes arriving will be given temp passes. Passes will be issued one time only. If you lose a pass, it will not be reissued. Passes are not to be distributed or utilized by anyone except the student-athletes parent/guardian for their specific sport.
We will allow each fall sport athletic participant 2 passes each. This pass is good for home games and can only be utilized by the student-athletes parents/guardians. Student-athletes in grades 9-11 will only have their parents permitted at home contests. Senior (Class of 2021) student-athletes will be given senior (Class of 2021) passes. Senior parents/guardians will be allowed to travel to away contests at schools that permit the away team spectators. Ms. Robtison will communicate to each coach with games senior (Class of 2021) parents can travel. The pass only shows that you are approved to be there. If the school is charging admission, the parent/guardian will still be required to pay for their ticket to gain admission. All spectators are required to socially distance and wear masks at all sites at all times.
Anyone coming to our contests or going to an away contest should stay home if they are experiencing any of the following symptoms: fever/chills, cough, loss of taste/smell, sore throat, shortness of breath, vomiting or diarrhea, has come into close contact with someone with COVID or has recently traveled to a banned state.
We have begun live-streaming games on our new athletics youtube channel.
Here are the upcoming events:
10/23 Football, 5:45 Marching Band, Senior Night Game 7:00- Upper Darby
10/26 Volleyball-3:30/5:00-Strath Haven
10/26 Tennis Matches Segments will be recorded on uploaded in the PM
10/27 Boys Soccer, 5:30/7:15- Strath Haven
10/28 Field Hockey, 5:30/7:00- Springfield
10/29 Girls Soccer, 5:30/7:15- Springfield
Check out the YouTube Channel for games that were recorded earlier in the week.
Messages from The School Nurses
Please see below for the most up-to-date information regarding when your student will be sent home, how long they will have to remain at home, and how to properly care for your student or a family member if they become sick.
Your Child Will Be Sent Home If:
They have any one of the following symptoms: Lack of smell or taste (without congestion); cough; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing.
-OR-
They have any two of the following symptoms: Fever (temporal scanner > 99.5); sore throat; chills; muscle pain; fatigue; headache; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.
**Please note that, though these are the CCHD criteria for COVID-19, your student WILL BE SENT HOME REGARDLESS for fever or vomiting as their only symptom as per our standard school policy and procedure. For non-COVID-related nurse visits, nurses will continue to use best practices to assess your student and their needs.
Information for Students Who Have Symptoms:
Quarantine Guidelines
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/quarantine.html
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59558/Instructions-for-Symptomatic-Students-Updated
Information for Students Who May Have Been Exposed:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59557/Instructions-for-Exposed-Students-Updated
General Caregiving Information:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/54466/COVID-19-Caregiver
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
Guidance News
The PSAT for all 2 or 4 Year College Bound Freshmen through Juniors will be on January 26, 2021. PSAT Registration information will be sent in November. It has been shown that the more times you take the PSAT, the better you score on the SAT. We have seen improvements in our overall SAT scores since we encouraged Freshmen to take the PSAT back in 2016. The PSAT is a wonderful practice to learn the timing and question types of a high stakes test. There have been many times when first-time test takers do not finish all of their questions because of the fast pace. Look for sign-ups in November. Our goal is to have the students sign-up by the New Year. Here is the link to practice and other information about the PSAT. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10 Below are the scanned traditional paper practice booklet and practice test that we received for each student from the College Board. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRINT IT OUT. Each student will receive a hard copy in the next two weeks. PSAT Student Guide_001.pdf Practice Test #2_001.pdf
Here is a great resource about financial planning from Fred Amrein. Fred used to do presentations in the evening at HHS each Fall. Due to COVID, he now has webinars. Check out his easy to navigate website @ https://www.payfored.com/ and get on his mailing list for upcoming webinars.
October Newsletter https://resources.finalsite.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net Ms. Novino IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Club News
Here is the link to the HHS Virtual Activities Fair website. https://sites.google.com/haverfordsd.net/hhsvirtualactivitiesfair2020/home?authuser=0
Drama Club Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 24th, 2 to 4 PM http://Haverforddrama.ludus.com/ Trunk or Treat Poster.png
Class Officers of 2024
2024 Officers Promo.pdf Interested in being a Class Officer for The Class of 2024?
Technology Help How Do I Get Tech Support? Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000 Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Main Office Assistance
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net
2) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Monday, October 19 (Mondays and Wednesdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning A-L will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
Last names M-Z students will "ZOOM" into their classes simultaneously as the A-L students. (7:30-12:00)
Here is the exact schedule for each class daily:
Time Block / Activity
7:30 - 8:35 Block 1
8:38 - 9:43 Block 2
9:46 - 10:51 Block 3
10:54 - 12:00 Block 4
12:00 - 12:30 Grab and Go Lunch/Dismissal and Orchestra Sectionals
12:35 - 2:30 Additional Time for Teacher Assistance and Enrichment
2:30 Band and Chorus Sectionals on Zoom, Athletics, and Extracurricular Meetings
Tuesday, October 20 (Tuesdays and Thursdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning M-Z will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
Last names A-L students will "ZOOM" into their classes simultaneously as the M-Z students. (7:30-12:00)
Wednesday, October 21 (Mondays and Wednesdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning A-L will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
M-Z students will "ZOOM" into their classes simultaneously as the A-L students. (7:30-12:00)
Thursday, October 22 (Tuesdays and Thursdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning M-Z will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
A-L students will "ZOOM" into their classes simultaneously as the M-Z students. (7:30-12:00)
Friday, October 23 (Virtual Classes Every Friday)-SAME 7:30-12:00 SCHEDULE
All students will be virtual from 7:30-12:00 to keep continuity with their Monday-Thursday Schedule. The breaks will be shorter, and students will not have lunch until 12:00.
We will evaluate the schedule weekly and adjust the times when applicable. The goal for the week of October 19 is for the students to return to school safely and get acclimated to the new schedule.
COVID Guidelines for Students
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy, Principal
Go Fords!
Class of 2021
Cap and Gown Order---We need to start to plan for Graduation in 2021. Please fill out this form this week. The form takes less than 2 minutes to fill out. 2021 Cap & Gown Order Form If you have any questions, please feel free to email me or Ms. Smyth, 11th and 12th Grade Secretary @ ksmyth@haverfordsd.net at any time.
288 Seniors have replied to the request to fill out the form and will be prepared for graduation. Please check with your student to see if they filled out the form.
Message from Legacy
We are looking forward to working with you to make sure your senior year is memorable and celebrated for each one of you. Below is our personal contact information if you need to ask us any questions or place your order directly. The direct link to the Haverford High School page on Jostens.com is listed below. The last link listed is a virtual Senior Brochure listing all senior items.
Mark Judy-Legacy Representative
Email- mark.judy@jostens.com
https://www.jostens.com/apps/
Proper Masks from CDC
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/about-face-coverings.html
When selecting a mask, there are many choices. Here are some dos and don’ts.
Class of 2022
null Watch the Video for Class Rings and more.
We hope you enjoyed the video. We are looking forward to working with you to make sure your Class Jewelry celebrates and honors the story of your high school experience and all the work that has gone into it.
Below is our personal contact information if you need to ask us any questions or place your order directly. The direct link to the Haverford High School page on Jostens.com is listed below as well.
The last link listed links to the virtual catalog. I recommend looking at it as it has a lot of great information.
Do not forget about your Bonus Item; if you place your Jewelry order by October 21st, you will have a choice between a Free Custom Adidas Backpack or Custom School sweatshirt (see below).
And remember, we will be hosting the Zoom Parent Nights from 5-7p.m. every 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month to walk you through step by step on how to place your orders online.
Email – mark.judy@jostens.com Phone: 610-357-5271
Phone - 610-357-5271
Thank You,
Mark and Luke Judy
Library Resources
Direct questions to Mr. MacConnell at kmacconnell@haverfordsd.net
https://sites.google.com/haverfordsd.net/haverfordvirtuallibrary/home
https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/home-high-school/academics/library-new
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
We will be live-streaming and/or recording most home games this fall for spectators to watch via our YouTube channel. Look for links being sent soon for events.
The league is making the passes, and we will start distributing to the teams as soon as we get them. Teams with home competitions before our official passes arriving will be given temp passes. Passes will be issued one time only. If you lose a pass, it will not be reissued. Passes are not to be distributed or utilized by anyone except the student-athletes parent/guardian for their specific sport. We will be live-streaming and/or recording most home games this fall for spectators to watch via our YouTube channel.
We will allow each fall sport athletic participant 2 passes each. This pass is good for home games and can only be utilized by the student-athletes parents/guardians. Student-athletes in grades 9-11 will only have their parents permitted at home contests. Senior (Class of 2021) student-athletes will be given senior (Class of 2021) passes. Senior parents/guardians will be allowed to travel to away contests at schools that permit the away team spectators. Ms. Robtison will communicate to each coach with games senior (Class of 2021) parents can travel. The pass only shows that you are approved to be there. If the school is charging admission, the parent/guardian will still be required to pay for their ticket to gain admission. All spectators are required to socially distance and wear masks at all sites at all times.
Anyone coming to our contests or going to an away contest should stay home if they are experiencing any of the following symptoms: fever/chills, cough, loss of taste/smell, sore throat, shortness of breath, vomiting or diarrhea, has come into close contact with someone with COVID or has recently traveled to a banned state.
Athletics are off to a great start! Thank you to the players, parents, and coaches for all of their hard work!
Messages from The School Nurses
MASK REQUIREMENTS
State medical requirements
11th-grade physicals - all 11th-grade students in the State are required to have a physical completed by their doctor or, if you choose, the school physician. If you choose to have the physical performed by our school physician, please send in or email a request to schedule the school exam.
12th-grade meningitis vaccine requirement - All 12th-grade students are required to have proof of having had the 2nd meningococcal vaccine. Please send proof of the vaccine to the school nurse. If documentation is not provided by November 6th, your student will be excluded from school until such documentation is sent in.
From the Nurses: COVID Regulations
As we move toward our hybrid model, the nurses would like to share with you the Chester County Health Department guidelines of what to expect if your student is sent home sick. Please see below for the most up-to-date information regarding when your student will be sent home, how long they will have to remain at home, and how to properly care for your student or a family member if they become sick.
Your Child Will Be Sent Home If:
They have any one of the following symptoms: Lack of smell or taste (without congestion); cough; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing.
-OR-
They have any two of the following symptoms: Fever (temporal scanner > 99.5); sore throat; chills; muscle pain; fatigue; headache; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.
**Please note that, though these are the CCHD criteria for COVID-19, your student WILL BE SENT HOME REGARDLESS for fever or vomiting as their only symptom as per our standard school policy and procedure. For non-COVID-related nurse visits, nurses will continue to use best practices to assess your student and their needs.
Information for Students Who Have Symptoms:
Quarantine Guidelines
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/quarantine.html
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59558/Instructions-for-Symptomatic-Students-Updated
Information for Students Who May Have Been Exposed:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59557/Instructions-for-Exposed-Students-Updated
General Caregiving Information:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/54466/COVID-19-Caregiver
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
Dear Parent/Guardian: This is a reminder that your 12th-grade student is missing the State immunization requirement of having had the 2nd meningitis vaccine.
*You must provide this information for your child to the school nurse on or before November 2, 2020, or risk exclusion from school, as per 28 PA. CODE CH 23.81 (school immunization).
Please note: If your child has a documented medical or religious/moral exemption from the vaccine, they will be exempt from this requirement. *Any questions regarding this State law, please refer to School Immunization Regulations on the district website.
Technology Help
How Do I Get Tech Support?
Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000
Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Contact Phone Number for HHS
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Guidance News
Here is the link for the October Newsletter:
https://resources.finalsite.
The pdf is also attached to this email. It has been posted to the Counseling website.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net MS. NOVINO IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
PSAT for Freshmen through Juniors MOVED UNTIL JANUARY 26.
Naviance Video
null or https://youtu.be/1P96s7fLOeo
A link to the High School Counseling website has many resources, including the Transcript Request Instructions and new video tutorials, including how I know if I need a teacher or counselor letter of recommendation? https://www.haverford.k12.pa.
A link to the Transcript Request Permission form (Remember this must be completed before requesting transcripts.) https://docs.google.com/forms/
Remember to review the resources in the shared google folder named "Post High School Planning Class of 2021."
The Transcript Request link in Naviance is open.
Log into Naviance to review the list of virtual college visits scheduled for HHS students.
NACAC virtual college fairs. Visit https://virtualcollegefairs.
If you still need to take the SAT, Haverford will offer the SAT during the school day on October 14. Please email Ms. Schnyder in the Counseling Office at kschnyder@haverfordsd.net to register.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Club News
Here is the link to the HHS Virtual Activities Fair website. https://sites.google.com/haverfordsd.net/hhsvirtualactivitiesfair2020/home?authuser=0
Hi-Q
Haverford's national championship HI-Q team is looking for two new team members. There will be an interest meeting in the next two weeks if you are interested in trying out! We are particularly in need of students who are interested in the Humanities: art, literature, history. Please sign up for our Remind @hhshiq or email Ms. Grady at lgrady@haverfordsd.net
Future Republicans Meeting
Next Thursday, October 22, at 2:30, Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/
Drama Club Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 24th, 2 to 4 PM http://Haverforddrama.ludus.com/ Trunk or Treat Poster.png
Class Officers of 2024
2024 Officers Promo.pdf Interested in being a Class Officer for The Class of 2024?
September Students of The Month
Katie Bongiovanni, Class of 2021 - nominated by Ms. Mackrell
Tyler Ea, Class of 2021 - nominated by Ms. Jackson
Alana McCaffrey, Class of 2021 - nominated by Ms. Jackson
Nicholas Troilo, Class of 2021 - nominated by Ms. Rudolph
J.R. Newman, Class of 2022 - nominated by Ms. Monahan
Christian Pergolese, Class of 2022 - nominated by Ms. McCarty
Katya Scott, Class of 2022 - nominated by Mr. Marran
Emma Taylor, Class of 2022 - nominated by Mr. Decina
Trey Cuskey, Class of 2023 - nominated by Ms. M. Marshall
Nahshon Harrison- Fobbs, Class of 2023 nominated by Ms. Johnston
Celeste Rivera, Class of 2023 - nominated by Ms. M. Marshall
Lily Walker, Class of 2023 - nominated by Ms. Monahan
John Bencker, Class of 2024 - nominated by Coach Clinton, Coach Elizabeth, and Coach Wells
Aboto Dantonka, Class of 2024 - nominated by Ms. Schuman
Muneerah Mouser, Class of 2024 - nominated by Mr. Vettori
Catherine Yerger, Class of 2024 - nominated by Ms. Stadnicki
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net or call (610) 853-5900 x 2510.
2) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
The Schedule for The Week of 10/19/20
Monday, October 19 (Mondays and Wednesdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning A-L will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
Last names M-Z students will "ZOOM" into their classes simultaneously as the A-L students. (7:30-12:00)
Tuesday, October 20 (Tuesdays and Thursdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning M-Z will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
Last names A-L students will "ZOOM" into their classes simultaneously as the M-Z students. (7:30-12:00)
Wednesday, October 21 (Mondays and Wednesdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning A-L will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
M-Z students will "ZOOM" into their classes simultaneously as the A-L students. (7:30-12:00)
Thursday, October 22 (Tuesdays and Thursdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning M-Z will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
A-L students will "ZOOM" into their classes simultaneously as the M-Z students. (7:30-12:00)
Friday, October 23 (Virtual Classes Every Friday)
All students will be virtual from 7:30-12:00 to keep continuity with their Monday-Thursday Schedule. The breaks will be shorter, and students will not have lunch until 12:00.
We will evaluate the schedule weekly and adjust the times when applicable. The goal for the week of October 19 is for the students to return to school safely and get acclimated to the new schedule.
COVID Guidelines for Students
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy, Principal
Go Fords!
Photo Days and Guided Tours for (9th to 11th Graders). Tours will be completed 15 minutes after the assigned time.
Example: Photo at 8:00 AM. Tour completed by 8:45.
| 10/12 | 10/13 | 10/14 | 10/15 | |
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | |
| 11TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | Senior Sunrise and Tours | 9TH GRADE | |
| 8:00 AM | A-B | A-B | ||
| 8:30 AM | C-D | C-D | ||
| 9:00 AM | A-B | E-F | E-F | |
| 9:30 AM | C-D | G-H | G-H | |
| 10:00 AM | E-F | I-J | I-J | |
| 10:30 AM | G-H | K-L | K-L | |
| 11:00 AM | I-J-TechEd | M-N | M-N | |
| 11:30 AM | K-L-TechEd | O-P | O-P | |
| 12:00 PM | M-N | Q-R | Q-R | |
| 12:30 PM | O-P | S-T | S-T | |
| 1:00 PM | Q-R | U-V | U-V | |
| 1:30 PM | S-T | W-X-Y-Z | W-X-Y-Z | |
| 2:00 PM | U-V | |||
| 2:30 PM | W-X-Y-Z |
Class of 2021
Cap and Gown Order---We need to start to plan for Graduation in 2021. Please fill out this form this week. The form takes less than 2 minutes to fill out. 2021 Cap & Gown Order Form If you have any questions, please feel free to email me or Ms. Smyth, 11th and 12th Grade Secretary @ ksmyth@haverfordsd.net at any time.
Senior Sunrise---October 14th. The sunrises at 7:11 AM. Please arrive at the stadium between 6:45 AM and 7:05 AM. Seniors can stop in HHS to see where their classes are for 2020-2021. There will be plenty of time for students taking SATs to see their classrooms before arriving at their SATs room.
Message from Legacy
We are looking forward to working with you to make sure your senior year is memorable and celebrated for each one of you. Below is our personal contact information if you need to ask us any questions or place your order directly. The direct link to the Haverford High School page on Jostens.com is listed below. The last link listed is a virtual Senior Brochure listing all senior items.
Mark Judy-Legacy Representative
Email- mark.judy@jostens.com
https://www.jostens.com/apps/
Proper Masks from CDC
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/about-face-coverings.html
When selecting a mask, there are many choices. Here are some dos and don’ts.
FREE LUNCH AND FREE BREAKFAST FOR ALL
October 2, 2020
Dear Parents/Guardians,
The information contained in this communication identifies USDA changes regarding meal availability for students. Please read below:
On September 30, 2020, the USDA extended the waiver once again through September 30, 2021, allowing schools to serve ALL children meals free of charge regardless of their income. This new announcement is designed to ensure that families are supported with nutritious meals amid the pandemic.
For the 2020-21 school year, parents/guardians are NO LONGER required to complete the Free/Reduced application to receive meals, due to the extension of the waiver until September 30, 2021.
What this new announcement means for the School District:
Effective immediately, ALL students (regardless of income) can receive meals free of charge on any day that school is in session (includes virtual and in-person learning) through September 30, 2021.
Starting the week of October 19:
High School:
Every HS student is eligible to receive breakfast and lunch free of charge when they are in-person learning (2 days).
* Haverford Online families can continue to pick-up the 5 days of meals (breakfast and lunch) at Haverford High School every Wednesday between the hours of 7:45-9:15 AM and 3:30-5:00 PM. Please complete this Google Form if you plan to pick-up meals so that we can have the appropriate number of meals ready.
For the 2020-21 school year, parents/guardians are NO LONGER required to complete the Free/Reduced application to receive meals, due to the extension of this waiver until September 30, 2021. HHS NEEDS FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH STUDENTS TO FILL OUT THE FORMS FOR SAT AND COLLEGE APPLICATION FEE REDUCTIONS for those that qualify.
Sincerely,
Food Services Department
Class of 2022
Jewelry Meeting.mp4 Watch the Video for Class Rings and more.
We hope you enjoyed the video, we are looking forward to working with you to make sure your Class Jewelry celebrates and honors the story of your high school experience and all the work that has gone into it.
Below is our personal contact information if you need to ask us any questions or place your order directly. The direct link to the Haverford High School page on Jostens.com is listed below as well.
The last link listed links to the virtual catalog. I recommend looking at it as it has a lot of great information.
Do not forget about your Bonus Item if you place your Jewelry order by October 21st you will have a choice between a Free Custom Adidas Backpack or Custom School sweatshirt (see below).
And remember, we will be hosting the Zoom Parent Nights from 5-7p.m. every 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month to walk you through step by step on how to place your orders online.
Email – mark.judy@jostens.com
Phone - 610-357-5271
Thank You,
Mark and Luke
Mark and Luke Judy
Jostens/Neff Service Center
263 Magnolia Rd
Warminster PA 18974
Phone: 610-357-5271
Email: mark.judy@jostens.com
Caps & Gowns ~ Diplomas & Covers ~ Class Rings ~ Graduation Products
Library Resources
Direct questions to Mr. MacConnell at kmacconnell@haverfordsd.net
https://sites.google.com/haverfordsd.net/haverfordvirtuallibrary/home
https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/home-high-school/academics/library-new
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Ticket(s) Update
Beginning tomorrow, we will allow each fall sport athletic participant 2 passes each. This pass is good for home games and is only allowed to be utilized by the student-athletes parents/guardians. Student-athletes in grades 9-11 will only have their parents permitted at home contests. Senior (Class of 2021) student-athletes will be given senior (Class of 2021) passes, and their parents/guardians will be allowed to travel to away contests at schools that permit the away team spectators. Ms. Robtison will communicate to each coach with games senior (Class of 2021) parents can travel as this is a fluid situation. The pass only shows that you are approved to be there. If the school is charging admission, the parent/guardian will still be required to pay for their ticket to gain admission. All spectators are required to socially distance and wear masks at all sites at all times. The league is making the passes, and we will start distributing to the teams as soon as we get them. Teams with home competitions prior to our official passes arriving will be given temp passes.
Anyone coming to our contests or going to an away contest should stay home if they are experiencing any of the following symptoms: fever/chills, cough, loss of taste/smell, sore throat, shortness of breath, vomiting or diarrhea, has come into close contact with someone with COVID or has recently traveled to a banned state.
Passes will be issued one time only. If you lose a pass, it will not be reissued. Passes are not to be distributed or utilized by anyone except the student-athletes parent/guardian for their specific sport. We will be live-streaming and/or recording most home games this fall for spectators to watch via our YouTube channel.
Message for Seniors from The School Nurses
State medical requirements
11th-grade physicals - all 11th-grade students in the State are required to have a physical completed by their doctor or, if you choose, the school physician. If you choose to have the physical performed by our school physician, please send in, or email a request to schedule the exam at school.
12th-grade meningitis vaccine requirement - All 12th-grade students are required to have proof of having had the 2nd meningococcal vaccine. Please send proof of vaccine to the school nurse. If documentation is not provided by November 6th, your student will be excluded from school until such documentation is sent in.
From the Nurses: COVID Regulations
As we move toward our hybrid model, the nurses would like to share with you the Chester County Health Department guidelines of what to expect if your student is sent home sick. Please see below for the most up-to-date information regarding when your student will be sent home, how long they will have to remain at home, and how to properly care for your student or a family member if they become sick.
Your Child Will Be Sent Home If:
They have any one of the following symptoms: Lack of smell or taste (without congestion); cough; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing.
-OR-
They have any two of the following symptoms: Fever (temporal scanner > 99.5); sore throat; chills; muscle pain; fatigue; headache; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.
**Please note that, though these are the CCHD criteria for COVID-19, your student WILL BE SENT HOME REGARDLESS for fever or vomiting as their only symptom as per our standard school policy and procedure. For non-COVID-related nurse visits, nurses will continue to use best practices to assess your student and their needs.
Information for Students Who Have Symptoms:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59558/Instructions-for-Symptomatic-Students-Updated
Information for Students Who May Have Been Exposed:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59557/Instructions-for-Exposed-Students-Updated
General Caregiving Information:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/54466/COVID-19-Caregiver
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
Dear Parent/Guardian: This is a reminder that your 12th-grade student is missing the State immunization requirement of having had the 2nd meningitis vaccine.
*You must provide this information for your child to the school nurse on or before November 2, 2020, or risk exclusion from school, as per 28 PA. CODE CH 23.81 (school immunization).
Please note: If your child has a documented medical or religious/moral exemption from the vaccine, they will be exempt from this requirement. *Any questions regarding this State law, please refer to School Immunization Regulations on the district website.
Technology Help
How Do I Get Tech Support?
Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000
Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Contact Phone Number for HHS
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Guidance News
Here is the link for the October Newsletter:
https://resources.finalsite.
The pdf is also attached to this email. It has been posted to the Counseling website.
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net MS. NOVINO IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
PSAT for Freshmen through Juniors MOVED UNTIL JANUARY 26.
SAT SCHOOL DAY test takers for October 14: the test will begin at 8:05. Please enter through the main entrance and arrive at 7:30. All test takers should report with their check made out to Haverford High School for $52, pencils, calculator, identification, and mask on. Room assignments will be given the day of the test.
Naviance Video
The College Application Process and Naviance Presentation.mp4 or https://youtu.be/1P96s7fLOeo
A copy of your unofficial transcript WAS SENT TODAY, 9/25, via regular mail and emailed earlier in the week.
A link to the High School Counseling website has many resources, including the Transcript Request Instructions and new video tutorials, including how I know if I need a teacher or counselor letter of recommendation? https://www.haverford.k12.pa.
A link to the Transcript Request Permission form (Remember this must be completed before requesting transcripts.) https://docs.google.com/forms/
Remember to review the resources in the shared google folder named "Post High School Planning Class of 2021."
The Transcript Request link in Naviance is open.
Log into Naviance to review the list of virtual college visits scheduled for HHS students.
NACAC virtual college fairs. Visit https://virtualcollegefairs.
If you still need to take the SAT, Haverford will offer the SAT during the school day on October 14. Please email Ms. Schnyder in the Counseling Office at kschnyder@haverfordsd.net to register.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Club News
Here is the link to the HHS Virtual Activities Fair website.
https://sites.google.com/haverfordsd.net/hhsvirtualactivitiesfair2020/home?authuser=0
International Night Club
We are excited to announce our first meeting this coming Wednesday, October 14th, at 2:30. We will let you know what we have planned for this year and discuss what we can do to help show the diversity and equality in Havertown. Remember to follow us on our Instagram @ hhsinternationalnight, and our remind @ internight and text 81010 to receive messages.
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net or call (610) 853-5900 x 2510.
2) The HHS Golf Team is kicking off a year-long campaign to support students in our district who are battling cancer. We're beginning by selling hats for $25 (two or more for $40). Efforts will support other families in our district. To purchase a hat, please email Nate Oxman, varsity golf coach, at noxman@haverfordsd.net. IMG_6673.jpg
3) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
4) Boys' Volleyball Mask Fundraiser
Masks are $7.00 each: Two sizes: youth and adult.
Two options: Red w/ Gold imprint or Black w/ White imprint
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
The Schedule for The Week of 10/19/20
Monday, October 19 (Mondays and Wednesdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning A-L will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
Last names M-Z students will "ZOOM" into their classes at the same time as the A-L students. (7:30-12:00)
Tuesday, October 20 (Tuesdays and Thursdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning M-Z will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
Last names A-L students will "ZOOM" into their classes at the same time as the M-Z students. (7:30-12:00)
Wednesday, October 21 (Mondays and Wednesdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning A-L will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
M-Z students will "ZOOM" into their classes at the same time as the A-L students. (7:30-12:00)
Thursday, October 22 (Tuesdays and Thursdays are the same schedules)
Last names beginning M-Z will attend class at HHS from 7:30-12:00. There will be a free grab and go lunches for all students. The teachers are available in the afternoon for enrichment and assistance and will schedule appointments as needed for individuals and classes. Activities and Athletics will start at 2:30 daily.
A-L students will "ZOOM" into their classes at the same time as the M-Z students. (7:30-12:00)
Friday, October 23 (Virtual Classes Every Friday)
All students will be virtual from 7:30-12:00 to keep continuity with their Monday-Thursday Schedule. The breaks will be shorter and students will not have lunch until 12:00.
We will evaluate the schedule weekly and adjust the times when applicable. The goal for the week of October 19 is for the students to return to school safely and get acclimated to the new schedule.
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy, Principal
Go Fords!
Photo Days and Guided Tours for (9th to 11th Graders). Tours will be completed 15 minutes after the assigned time.
Example: Photo at 8:00 AM. Tour complete by 8:45.
| 10/12 | 10/13 | 10/14 | 10/15 | |
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | |
| 11TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | Senior Sunrise and Tours | 9TH GRADE | |
| 8:00 AM | A-B | A-B | ||
| 8:30 AM | C-D | C-D | ||
| 9:00 AM | A-B | E-F | E-F | |
| 9:30 AM | C-D | G-H | G-H | |
| 10:00 AM | E-F | I-J | I-J | |
| 10:30 AM | G-H | K-L | K-L | |
| 11:00 AM | I-J-TechEd | M-N | M-N | |
| 11:30 AM | K-L-TechEd | O-P | O-P | |
| 12:00 PM | M-N | Q-R | Q-R | |
| 12:30 PM | O-P | S-T | S-T | |
| 1:00 PM | Q-R | U-V | U-V | |
| 1:30 PM | S-T | W-X-Y-Z | W-X-Y-Z | |
| 2:00 PM | U-V | |||
| 2:30 PM | W-X-Y-Z |
Minding Your Mind
https://mindingyourmind.org/online/community-conversations/
Register at Minding Your Mind
Mask Resource from CHOP
https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/getting-your-child-to-wear-a-face-mask
Library Resources
The Haverford Virtual Library highlights online resources available to Haverford students from the Haverford High School library. Including options to access eBooks and audiobooks, research guides, articles from magazines, newspapers, and academic journals, as well as open-source books, textbooks, lectures, simulations, and more, the Haverford Virtual Library will help students access the content they may need to tackle course projects, papers, and assignments successfully. Direct questions to Mr. MacConnell at kmacconnell@haverfordsd.net
Fantastic research options through our own HHS library. Both links will get you to the same resources. We are providing both links in case you cannot access one. Easy to navigate research links and a link to the Delaware County Library Association.
https://sites.google.com/haverfordsd.net/haverfordvirtuallibrary/home
https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/home-high-school/academics/library-new
Athletics Update from Ms. Robtison
Fall Sports:
After the rain and clouds cleared on Monday, the Fall Athletic Sports Teams have had a positive and productive week of workouts. Thank you to all of our athletes, their parents, and our HHS coaches for your H-Pride this week!
Spectator/Fans update:
As a result of the Governor Wolf's order having been reinstated yesterday (25 indoor/250 outdoors), and knowing that some teams will begin scrimmages next week, at this time, we will not be admitting any fans or spectators to any home or away sites. Please know that the Central Athletic Leauge is working to come to a consensus as a result of the update.
At Haverford High School, we recognize the importance of parents getting opportunities to watch their athletes compete, and we will work to come up with viable solutions. We know that parents want to, and we want parents to be connected and engaged in their students' participation. Stay tuned!
PIAA Forms Link Click Here.
Message for Seniors from The School Nurses
From the Nurses: COVID Regulations
As we move toward our hybrid model, the nurses would like to share with you the Chester County Health Department guidelines of what to expect if your student is sent home sick. Please see below for the most up-to-date information regarding when your student will be sent home, how long they will have to remain at home, and how to properly care for your student or a family member if they become sick.
Your Child Will Be Sent Home If:
They have any one of the following symptoms: Lack of smell or taste (without congestion); cough; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing.
-OR-
They have any two of the following symptoms: Fever (temporal scanner > 99.5); sore throat; chills; muscle pain; fatigue; headache; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.
**Please note that, though these are the CCHD criteria for COVID-19, your student WILL BE SENT HOME REGARDLESS for fever or vomiting as their only symptom as per our standard school policy and procedure. For non-COVID-related nurse visits, nurses will continue to use best practices to assess your student and their needs.
Information for Students Who Have Symptoms:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59558/Instructions-for-Symptomatic-Students-Updated
Information for Students Who May Have Been Exposed:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/59557/Instructions-for-Exposed-Students-Updated
General Caregiving Information:
https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/54466/COVID-19-Caregiver
If you have any questions regarding COVID symptoms, please call your regular health care provider or the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225.
Dear Parent/Guardian: This is a reminder that your 12th-grade student is missing the State immunization requirement of having had the 2nd meningitis vaccine.
*You must provide this information for your child to the school nurse on or before November 2, 2020, or risk exclusion from school, as per 28 PA. CODE CH 23.81 (school immunization).
Please note: If your child has a documented medical or religious/moral exemption from the vaccine, they will be exempt from this requirement. *Any questions regarding this State law, please refer to School Immunization Regulations on the district website.
Technology Help
How Do I Get Tech Support?
Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000
Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Contact Phone Number for HHS
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Guidance News
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net MS. NOVINO IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
PSAT for Freshmen through Juniors MOVED UNTIL JANUARY 26.
SAT SCHOOL DAY test takers for October 14: the test will begin at 8:05. Please enter through the main entrance and arrive at 7:30. All test takers should report with their check made out to Haverford High School for $52, pencils, calculator, identification, and mask on. Room assignments will be given the day of the test.
Naviance Video
The College Application Process and Naviance Presentation.mp4 or https://youtu.be/1P96s7fLOeo
A copy of your unofficial transcript WAS SENT TODAY, 9/25, via regular mail and emailed earlier in the week.
A link to the High School Counseling website has many resources, including the Transcript Request Instructions and new video tutorials, including how I know if I need a teacher or counselor letter of recommendation? https://www.haverford.k12.pa.
A link to the Transcript Request Permission form (Remember this must be completed before requesting transcripts.) https://docs.google.com/forms/
Remember to review the resources in the shared google folder named "Post High School Planning Class of 2021."
The Transcript Request link in Naviance is open.
Log into Naviance to review the list of virtual college visits scheduled for HHS students.
NACAC virtual college fairs. Visit https://virtualcollegefairs.
If you still need to take the SAT, Haverford will offer the SAT during the school day on October 14. Please email Ms. Schnyder in the Counseling Office at kschnyder@haverfordsd.net to register.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Club News
The African American Cultural Enrichment Club will have its first meeting of the year on October 6 at 2:00 pm? All students are welcome, and it will be conducted on Zoom. Email Mr. Smith @ lsmith@haverfordsd.net for the link.
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net or call (610) 853-5900 x 2510.
2) The HHS Golf Team is kicking off a year-long campaign to support students in our district who are battling cancer. We're beginning by selling hats for $25 (two or more for $40). Efforts will support other families in our district. To purchase a hat, please email Nate Oxman, varsity golf coach, at noxman@haverfordsd.net. IMG_6673.jpg
3) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
4) Girls' Volleyball Mask Fundraiser
Masks are $7.00 each: Two sizes: youth and adult.
Two options: Red w/ Gold imprint or Black w/ White imprint
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
Please note the schedule for next week. The School Board approved HHS' Hybrid Schedule for HHS starting on 10/19/20. This has caused our schedule to change for next week. On Mondays and Wednesdays beginning on 10/19/20, all students with last names beginning A-L will attend class at HHS. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, all students with last names starting with M-Z will attend class at HHS. All students will attend class virtually on Friday.
The Schedule for The Week of 9/28/20
Monday: No School for students due to Yom Kippur Holiday
Tuesday: Virtual classes resume at the usually scheduled time
Wednesday: Virtual classes resume at the usually scheduled time
Thursday: No School for students due to teacher professional development to prepare for hybrid classes
Friday: No School for students due to teacher professional development to prepare for hybrid classes
Athletics will begin next week too. See the message below from Ms. Robtison, our Athletic Director. Look for future emails in the upcoming weeks that will include information about picture days, Class of 2021 Sunrise, and school tours during the week of October 12.
Sincerely,
Pete Donaghy, Principal
Go Fords!
Mask Resource from CHOP
https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/getting-your-child-to-wear-a-face-mask
Library Resources
The Haverford Virtual Library highlights online resources available to Haverford students from the Haverford High School library. Including options to access eBooks and audiobooks, research guides, articles from magazines, newspapers, and academic journals, as well as open-source books, textbooks, lectures, simulations, and more, the Haverford Virtual Library will help students access the content they may need to tackle course projects, papers, and assignments successfully. Direct questions to Mr. MacConnell at kmacconnell@haverfordsd.net
Fantastic research options through our own HHS library. Both links will get you to the same resources. We are providing both links in case you cannot access one. Easy to navigate research links and a link to the Delaware County Library Association.
https://sites.google.com/haverfordsd.net/haverfordvirtuallibrary/home
https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/home-high-school/academics/library-new
Athletics Update
Fall sports officially begin on Tuesday, September 29, 2020. For anyone to tryout or participate, they must have already turned in or will bring with them the completed following forms: PIAA Forms Link Click Here.
Below is the information for the first day for each team on Tuesday, September 29, 2020.
REMINDER, as you arrive and depart from all locations, you should wear your mask and practice social distancing.
Cheerleading @ HHS Commons, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
B/G Cross Country @ Coopertown, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Field Hockey, tryouts @ the Reserve, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Football @ HHS Football practice field, 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Golf, tryouts @ Cobb's Creek GC, 3:15 pm to 6:15 pm.
Boys Soccer, tryouts @ Coopertown, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Freshman Boys Soccer @ Old Manoa, 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm.
Girls Soccer, tryouts @ Manoa, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Girls Tennis, tryouts @ HHS Tennis Courts, 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
Girls Volleyball, tryouts @ HHS Gym, 2:45 pm to 4:30 pm.
Message for Seniors from The School Nurses
Dear Parent/Guardian: This is a reminder that your 12th-grade student is missing the State immunization requirement of having had the 2nd meningitis vaccine.
*You must provide this information for your child to the school nurse on or before November 2, 2020, or risk exclusion from school, as per 28 PA. CODE CH 23.81 (school immunization).
Please note: If your child has a documented medical or religious/moral exemption from the vaccine, they will be exempt from this requirement. *Any questions regarding this State law, please refer to School Immunization Regulations on the district website.
Message from Holcomb Behavioral Specialists
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Technology Help
How Do I Get Tech Support?
Call: (610) 853-5900 x 2365 or x 2000
Technology Assistant: Mr. Jeff Masino @ jmasino@haverfordsd.net
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Contact Phone Number for HHS
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Guidance News
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net MS. NOVINO IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
PSAT for Freshmen through Juniors MOVED UNTIL JANUARY 26.
SAT SCHOOL DAY test takers for October 14: the test will begin at 8:05. Please enter through the main entrance and arrive at 7:30. All test takers should report with their check made out to Haverford High School for $52, pencils, calculator, identification, and mask on. Room assignments will be given the day of the test.
Naviance Video
The College Application Process and Naviance Presentation.mp4 or https://youtu.be/1P96s7fLOeo
A copy of your unofficial transcript WAS SENT TODAY, 9/25, via regular mail and emailed earlier in the week.
A link to the High School Counseling website has many resources, including the Transcript Request Instructions and new video tutorials, including how I know if I need a teacher or counselor letter of recommendation? https://www.haverford.k12.pa.
A link to the Transcript Request Permission form (Remember this must be completed before requesting transcripts.) https://docs.google.com/forms/
Remember to review the resources in the shared google folder named "Post High School Planning Class of 2021."
The Transcript Request link in Naviance is open.
Log into Naviance to review the list of virtual college visits scheduled for HHS students.
NACAC virtual college fairs. Visit https://virtualcollegefairs.
If you still need to take the SAT, Haverford will offer the SAT during the school day on October 14. Please email Ms. Schnyder in the Counseling Office at kschnyder@haverfordsd.net to register.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Club News
Diaper Flyer
Diaper Drive Fundraiser Flyer .pdf
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net or call (610) 853-5900 x 2510.
2) The HHS Golf Team is kicking off a year-long campaign to support students in our district who are battling cancer. We're beginning by selling hats for $25 (two or more for $40). Efforts will support other families in our district. To purchase a hat, please email Nate Oxman, varsity golf coach, at noxman@haverfordsd.net. IMG_6673.jpg
3) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
4) Girls' Volleyball Mask Fundraiser
Masks are $7.00 each: Two sizes: youth and adult.
Two options: Red w/ Gold imprint or Black w/ White imprint
Go Fords!
HHS Community,
GuidanceNewsletterSeptember.pdf or https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1599767817/haverfordk12paus/xerjff9lqfdem8kjlska/WorkingcopyforSeptember14.pdf
Check out this video from our Guidance Department The College Application Process and Naviance Presentation.mp4. See the guidance area below for more information. The same newsletter and video are posted below. For those that prefer a YouTube link https://youtu.be/1P96s7fLOeo
Have A Wonderful Weekend! Go Fords!
Pete Donaghy
Hybrid Transition Plan
Our life skills students transitioned back to school this week and have done a wonderful job acclimating back to the building and adhering to all COVID safety procedures.
We continue to work on our plans to return to the building in a hybrid model. Stay tuned for more details on transitioning back to school in next week's email.
Technology Help and Tips
Canvas
We have put together several video tutorials for canvas at https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/departments/technology-services/canvas-help
For Parents\Guardians:
If you would like to create an observer account so that you can sign in to Canvas without using your student's login information, you can follow the below directions:
How to establish observer accounts
Info about what parent account use and limitations
Zoom
Zoom will be used for live classroom sessions as well as other small group meetings.
When students click on a Zoom meeting link, it will open Zoom on their Chrome device, and they will be put into a waiting room until the teacher admits them. This is done to keep unwanted participants from joining a meeting or the next class from joining before their time.
Please review the following meeting netiquette information with your student before the first day of school.
General Tech Support Links
How Do I Get Tech Support?
Email: ITHelpDesk@haverfordsd.net
Call: 610-853-5951 (Leave a voicemail, Technology will call you back)
Attendance
All students must be present in class daily. Please report to your teacher and grade level Assistant Principal any technological issues. If a student is not in a class, the teacher is instructed to mark them absent. If a student's Internet goes out and reboots, then call the main office at (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to get your student get back into class. You can use the Safe Arrival APP for any absence or doctor's appointment. Or email Kathy Leyden, Attendance Clerk @ kleyden@haverfordsd.net.
Contact Phone Number for HHS
Call (610) 853-5900 x 2000 to contact any main office personnel. The office is open from 7 am to 3 pm daily.
Guidance News
Kathryn Schnyder and Pat Novino, Guidance Secretaries, will answer your question or route you to the appropriate counselor/administrator.
kschnyder@haverfordsd.net pnovino@haverfordsd.net MS. NOVINO IS IN CHARGE OF TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS.
PSAT for Freshmen through Juniors MOVED UNTIL JANUARY 26.
September SAT SCHOOL DAY test takers for the September 23 Test were sent a practice booklet and preliminary directions to their email. They will receive an email with their room number. The test will begin at 8:05. Please enter through the main entrance and arrive at 7:50. All test takers should report with their check made out to Haverford High School, pencils, calculator, and mask.
September Guidance Newsletter
GuidanceNewsletterSeptember.pdf or https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1599767817/haverfordk12paus/xerjff9lqfdem8kjlska/WorkingcopyforSeptember14.pdf
As we begin this year and the post-high school application process, the Counseling Department would like to share the following resources with you:
Naviance Video
The College Application Process and Naviance Presentation.mp4 or https://youtu.be/1P96s7fLOeo
A copy of your unofficial transcript will be sent to you next week with your classes for the 2020-2021 School Year. Reach out to your counselor by 9/12/2020 to indicate if any changes are needed.
A link to the High School Counseling website has many resources, including the Transcript Request Instructions and new video tutorials, including How do I know if I need a teacher or counselor letter of recommendation? https://www.haverford.k12.pa.
A link to the Transcript Request Permission form (Remember this must be completed before requesting transcripts.) https://docs.google.com/forms/
Remember to review the resources in the shared google folder named "Post High School Planning Class of 2021."
The Transcript Request link in Naviance is open.
Log into Naviance to review the list of virtual college visits scheduled for HHS students.
NACAC virtual college fairs. Visit https://virtualcollegefairs.
If you still need to take the SAT, Haverford will offer the SAT during the school day on October 14. Please email Ms. Schnyder in the Counseling Office at kschnyder@haverfordsd.net to register.
Seniors, send your college essays to Mr. Mullen mmullen@haverfordsd.net to Ms. Rudolph srudolph@haverfordsd.net as a Google Doc.
Athletics Update
Central League Athletic Directors met today to propose a competition plan for fall athletics to begin in October. As we get details and revise our athletic safety plan, we will update you and the fall athletes. See the message from Ms. Robtison from earlier in the week.
On Monday, September 14, 2020, the Chester County Health Department revised its public and private school guidance for athletics. The new guidance has removed the Health Department's recommendation to postpone competitions until January 1, 2021. The superintendents and principals in the Central league recognize the significance of the department's revision. The Central League will be meeting in the next week to discuss the impact of the change on creating possible alternative schedules for athletes to compete as well as any considerations for fall athletics to begin prior to January 2021.
The Central League is committed to working closely with the PIAA and District One to provide our student-athletes an opportunity to participate in interscholastic competitions. We will keep you updated as we learn more in the coming week.
PIAA Forms Link Click Here.
Club News
The Fordian-School Newspaper
Any student who is interested in contributing to our school newspaper, The Fordian, can contact Elizabeth Wolfe (ewolfe74@haverfordsd.net), Sophia Khan (skhan79@haverfordsd.net), or Mrs. Fish (gfish@haverfordsd.net). Writers, photographers, and artists are all welcome! Please visit thefordian.com and follow @hhsfordian on Instagram to see new articles.
Items for Sale
1) "H" Magnets-Does your car have H Pride? We have 60 "H" Magnets for sale for $5. Email Chris McCormick @ cmccormick@haverfordsd.net or call (610) 853-5900 x 2510.
2) The HHS Golf Team is kicking off a year-long campaign to support students in our district who are battling cancer. We're beginning by selling hats for $25 (two or more for $40). Efforts will support other families in our district. To purchase a hat, please email Nate Oxman, varsity golf coach, at noxman@haverfordsd.net. IMG_6673.jpg
3) Haverford Boys' Lax Flag Sale
The 3 x 5 Silk Flags will be delivered to your residence. $30 Venmo @HaverfordBOYS-Lacrosse and leave your address.
Go Fords!
Anyone who has been advised to quarantine because they have been in close contact with a COVID-19 positive case, may not come to school. Those who have been advised to quarantine because of participation in or attendance at before and after-school daycare, extracurricular activities, sports, gatherings, etc. may not come to school until the quarantine time period has expired.
