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AP Biology Students: After checking in with your advisement teacher, please report to Mrs. Bell's Room A230.

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Love Being Creative?

Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, designing, or trying new things, Art Club is a great way to get creative, explore different art styles, and meet other students who love art!

  • First Meeting: Today after checking in with your advisement teacher, please report to  Mrs. Cole's Room A220

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Want to Get Involved, Try Something New & Meet New People? 

Join FFA! FFA is more than agriculture—it’s about leadership, teamwork, career skills, community involvement, and having fun. Get hands-on experiences, build your confidence, and make new friends along the way!

  • First Meeting: Today after school at 3 PM in Mrs. Malone’s Room A260

Yard games will follow the meeting, with special prizes for those who participate!

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Looking for a way to get involved and make a difference?

Join the Service Club!  Get involved in community service, school activities, and meaningful projects while meeting new people and building leadership skills.

  • First Meeting: Wednesday, September 16 afters school from 3:00–3:15 PM
  • Location: Mrs. Kneser’s Room (B220) 

Can’t make the first meeting but want to join? Email Mrs. Kneser for more information!

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Interested in exploring careers and building real-world skills?

Join SkillsUSA! Develop career skills, leadership abilities, and hands-on experience while connecting with other students and exploring future career opportunities.

  • Meeting: Wednesday, September 16 during Advisement 
  • Location: Mr. Janicek's Room (A200)

Can’t make the meeting but want to learn more? Stop by Room A200 and check in with Mr. Janicek!

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Join HOSA – Health Occupations Students of America! Explore different healthcare careers, build leadership and teamwork skills, participate in hands-on activities, and connect with others who are interested in the health field.

  • First Meeting: Wednesday, September 16 during Advisement
  • Location: Mrs. Buechel’s Room (A140/120)

Member applications are available on the bulletin board outside Mrs. Buechel’s room.

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Lakeland University Visit!

A representative from Lakeland University will be at HGHS on September 18 during all lunches!

Have questions or want to learn more about Lakeland? The representative will also be available in the Guidance Conference Room during Advisement.

Interested in meeting with the representative? Email Mrs. Lorenz to sign up!

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Have You Been Clipped?

Have you noticed clothespins showing up on students and staff around school? The Mental Health Club (MHC) has been “clipping” people as a fun way to spread awareness, start conversations, and reduce the stigma around mental health. 

Now you know where those clips are coming from—and why!

Want to be part of the mission? Join MHC!

  • First Meeting: Tuesday, September 22 at 3:00 PM
  • Location: Mrs. Buechel’s Room (A140/120)

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Homecoming Dance – Saturday, September 26! 

Planning to bring a guest who does not attend Howards Grove School District to the Homecoming Dance?

You must complete a Guest Pass before the dance. Guest Pass forms are available in the Office and must be signed by:

  • A parent/guardian
  • The visiting student’s school administrator or designee

Guest Passes must be fully completed and returned to the office BEFORE the dance.

Stop by the office to pick up a form if you are bringing a guest!

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Homecoming Flowers! 

The FFA Floriculture Team is creating beautiful flowers for the big night, including corsages, boutonnieres, matching sets, and bouquets.

  • Interested in ordering? Check your email for the Homecoming Flower Order Form
  • Orders & payment: Due Tuesday, September 22

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Juniors: Interested in Taking the PSAT?

Any interested junior student is invited to take the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Exam here at the high school in October.

  • Cost: $18
  • Registration Deadline: September 28
  • How to Register: Check your email for registration instructions from Mrs. Neave.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take the PSAT and potentially qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program! Questions? Ask Mrs. Neave, School Counselor or stop by the Guidance office.

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Seniors: Important ACP Seminar Information! 

All seniors are required to attend a Senior ACP Seminar with Mrs. Neave during the last two weeks of September and early October. We’ll cover important senior-year deadlines, college/technical school applications, career planning, financial aid, and graduation planning.

  • How to Register: Check your email for the sign-up link and choose a meeting time that works for your schedule. Spots are first come, first served. If you do not sign up, a meeting time will be assigned to you.

Please check your email and sign up as soon as possible!

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Happy Birthday Week to Zoe H., Belah D., Ryan A. 

Tiger Pride Reminder: Before entering the school building each morning, cell phones and other personal electronic devices must be put away in your backpack or purse. Once you enter the building, your phone should remain put away. When you arrive at your locker, you will place your phone there, where it will remain the entire school day (7am-3pm).  Cell phones and personal electronic devices may not be accessed during classes, Advisement, passing periods, lunch, and all other portions of the school day.