We have made it to the end of the first semester and to Winter Break!  Thank you so much for a great first half of the school year, and we look forward to an exciting and impactful second semester.  So far this year, we have seen 230 students earn at least one industry-recognized credential demonstrating workplace readiness, and nearly 75% of our students have been recognized for demonstrating at least one of our four core values (Trust, Respect, Ownership, and Leadership).  Thank you also for everyone who contributed to the Mayor’s Community Fund Food & Clothing Drive these past two weeks…the show of support was amazing and it is a vivid illustration of a strong community.

SECOND SEMESTER BEGINS TUESDAY JANUARY 3

We will begin the second semester when we return on Tuesday, January 3.  Students who had a class one-semester class in the first half of the year will begin a new one-semester class during that same bell.  This will be the case for nearly all students, so students should check their ProgressBook to confirm the bell and location of any new classes that begin on January 3.  Students may check with the Guidance Office when they report to school on the morning of January 3 if they have any questions.

BUILDING ACCESS BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL

As we continue with winter weather, we will continue to use the lobby of the main building for students to stay inside before and after school.  The main lobby is accessible at 6:45 AM for students who are dropped off early or who take the bus to Diamond Oaks.  After school, we are clearing the Activity Center at 3:15 due to winter practices and contests; students should wait for their ride in the lobby of the main building. 

HEALTH & WELLNESS INFORMATION

As flu season is in full swing, please remember to keep students home when sick to help prevent spread. Students must be free of fevers, vomiting and diarrhea for 24 hours, without the use of medication, before returning to school. Please contact the school if your student will be out. Let’s stay healthy and safe this winter!

CLASS OF 2023 GRADUATION PLAN INFORMATION

The WHHHS Graduation Plan is a collaborative working document developed by the student, his or her teachers and guidance counselor, school administrators, and his/her parents or guardians.  The purpose of the plan is to address the student's selected academic pathway to meet the curriculum requirements and satisfy graduation requirements as specified by Southwest Local Schools and the Ohio Department of Education.  This plan will be evaluated, updated, and revised annually.

Parents, please take some time to review your student’s plan to ensure they are on track to graduate in the spring.  To access the plan, follow these steps:

1.   Go to southwestschools.org

2.  Click on “Parent Portal”

3.  Sign in as a Family Member

4.  If you have set up an Abre (Parent Portal) account previously, select the sign-in service you used to set up your account.  If you are setting up an Abre (Parent Portal) account for the first time, select the sign-in service you wish to use.

5.  Hover over the column on the left and select “Students”

6.  Click on the student you would like to view.

7.  From the row of options in the middle of the screen, click “Plans”

8.  Click on “WHHHS Graduation Plan”

9.  If you are having tech issues, please email parentaccess@southwestschools.org 

10.  If you have questions about your student’s graduation requirements, please email their guidance counselor:
               Last names A-G, jenny.barker@southwestschools.org
               Last names H-O, steve.barnes@southwestschools.org
               Last names P-Z, connie.acra@southwestschools.org

We will be gradually phasing in graduation plans for all students in grades 9-12 and will send more updates as they are available.

WINTER BREAK

Our faculty and staff will be away from the building on Winter Break from Monday 12/19 – Monday 1/2, and our offices will be closed.  While winter sports activities will continue, we will be spending this time disconnecting from school as much as possible, spending time with friends and family, and recharging for the second semester. 

UPCOMING DATES AT A GLANCE:

• Fri 12/16: No School/Records Day
• Mon 12/19 – Mon 1/2: No School/Winter Break
• Tues 1/3: School Reopens
• Mon 1/16: No School/Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

All of us at William Henry Harrison High School wish you and your family the very best this holiday season—have a safe and relaxing Winter Break and Go Wildcats!