October 10, 2011

HOMECOMING ASSEMBLY
BELL SCHEDULE
Friday, October 28, 2011
Period 1 7:21 – 8:03
Period 2 8:08 – 8:50
Advisory/Assembly 8:55 – 10:25
Period 3 10:30 – 11:12
Period 4 11:17 – 11:58
Period 5 12:03 – 12:44
Period 6 12:49 – 1:31
Period 7 1:36 – 2:18

STUDENTS: If you have an appointment that causes you to leave school during class time, it is required that you have a pass to show your teacher in order to leave class. Your parent must call the appointment in to the attendance office first, and then it is YOUR responsibility to pick your pass up in the attendance office. This will allow you to leave class with minimal interruption.

SENIOR YEARBOOK PICTURES: Didn’t get your senior portrait in to the yearbook? You still have time! Submit your picture before the end of October, and you can still get in! There will be a $25 late fee, but hey, having your picture in your SENIOR yearbook is a once-in-a-lifetime thing, so do it! Also, don’t forget to remind mom or dad about creating a senior dedication (or baby ad) for you. The next deadline is Monday, October 17. The final deadline is November 1. For more info, check out the yearbook page on the HHS website.

HOMECOMING WILL TAKE PLACE Monday, October 24th through Saturday, October 29th.
This year’s theme is Clash of the Titans! Each class is a Greek God:
Seniors (Class 2012) – Zeus
Juniors (Class 2013) – Poseidon
Sophomores (Class 2014) – Apollo
Freshmen (Class 2015) – Hermes

• Battle of the Classes will occur all throughout the month of October. Classes can earn points for dressing up each day, winning Powder Puff, bringing the most non-perishable food items, attendance at different events throughout the month, and events during the Pep Assembly. Listen to morning announcements and check the website for more information.
• Dance tickets will be on sale on the first floor across from the Senior Pit beginning Wednesday, October 19th through Friday, October 28th during periods 3-6. Tickets are $25.00 each and include a t-shirt (first come, first serve with availability and sizes). There is a maximum $10.00 discount per ticket with ten (10) non-perishable food items. Tickets will also be on sale at the door for $25.00 – no discounts will be accepted. There will be a $5.00 replacement fee for any lost or forgotten ticket. You must have a current 2011-2012 Heritage Student ID to buy tickets and to get in the dance.
• The dance will take place in the Heritage Main Gym from 8:00-11:00 p.m., Saturday, October 29th. This is a semi-formal dance – students must dress appropriately. No jeans, costumes, masks, etc., allowed – students will not be allowed in the dance wearing any of those items. Additionally, students must be wearing shoes at all times.
• Any student wishing to bring a guest to the dance must fill out the Guest Pass Form and turn it in to Ms. Ficklin in the Main Office no later than Monday, October 24th, 2011. Guest Pass Forms are available on the HHS website on the Homecoming page.
• Class t-shirts will be on sale during the same dates for $10.00 each – first come, first serve with availability and sizes.

HOMECOMING PARADE FORMS are now located on the HHS website on the Homecoming page. We really want to see all groups, activities, clubs, and sports recognized! The entry form is due Wednesday, October 19th. See Ms. Brethauer with more questions.

FBLA AND STUDENT GOVERNMENT ARE TEAMING UP FOR THIS YEAR’S FOOD DRIVE. We will be collecting cans through Advisory Monday, October 3rd – Thursday, October 27th. Not only will the cans go to feed those in need, but the class with the most cans will win spirit points during Homecoming Week and Battle of the Classes! We also have been challenged by Arapahoe and Littleton to see who can collect the most cans out of the three high schools. Help your class and Heritage win! See Ms. Brethauer or Ms. Siebert with more questions.

TALENT SHOW INTEREST MEETING: Hey Eagles, got a talent? Then we want to see it at this year’s Hullaballoo talent show! If you think you might be interested in trying out, please attend the interest meeting next Wednesday October 19 at 2:30 p.m. in the theatre to learn all about how you can show off your skills.

HHS’S FALL PLAY opens next week! Antigone will run Thursday Oct. 20 through Saturday Oct. 23rd with all shows at 7:00 p.m. The show is amazing, you really don’t want to miss it. Tickets will be on sale this week and the beginning of next week outside the student center periods 4 - 6. If you buy your tickets beforehand, either in the building or online they are $6 for students and $8 for adults; they will be $7 and $9 at the door.

KEY CLUB: Do you like Halloween and helping people? Then join Key Club as we participate in trick-or-treat for UNICEF this year! The proceeds will go to The Eliminate Project, which is working towards eliminating maternal and neonatal tetanus. For more information or to pick up a donation box, talk to Ms. Harwell in room 326 or come to the Monday, October 31st meeting of Key Club.

OCTOBER IS COLLEGE APPLICATION MONTH! To show your support the Counseling Department would like you to wear college gear every Friday this month. Stop by the Counseling Office/Post Grad Center to show off your college spirit, receive a treat, and enter a raffle.

ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: Want to win a scholarship for college? How about a gift card from IKEA to decorate your dorm room? CollegeInColorado.org is giving out $1000 scholarships and gift cards to IKEA every Friday in October! In addition, they are setting a weekly goal for each senior during College Application Month. This week’s goal: “Narrow down your college options and connect careers to a program or major.” Go to www.ciccollgeappmonth.org to learn more or sign up to see your counselor to help you with this week’s goal, entering to win the scholarships, as well as your overall college planning!

FREE TUTORING: Needing some extra help in your math or science class? Lockheed Martin provides free tutors who are highly qualified in these courses. They are available on a walk-in basis on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Littleton High School. This opportunity is newly available to HHS students of all levels of math and science. See your science teacher, math teacher, or your counselor to get more information. It’s a great opportunity for you!

THE LITTLETON STRIDE 5K/10K RUN: We need everyone to sign up this year and join us on Sunday, October 23rd to defend our title and win $1,000.00! Go to RunTheStride.com to register or mail in your registration postmarked by October 14th. Let’s show Arapahoe who the Champions are!
The Stride:
• Sunday October 23, 2011
• 10K and 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run
• Event starts and ends at Littleton Museum/Ketring Park
• Walk-in Registration is available through Thursday, October 20th at Boulder Running Company and Runners Roost. Mail-in Registration must be postmarked by October 14th. Race day registration is also available.
IMPORTANT: When registering be sure to write "Heritage" as the school you're representing or we won't receive credit.

PARENTS – IMPORTANT!
Excusing Your Student for an Appointment
If your student has an appointment that will cause him/her to miss class time, please:
1. Phone the appointment information into the attendance office 24 hours in advance: 303-734-6700
a. Include the time your student needs to leave and the time you expect them to return to school.
b. If a message is left on the recorder the day of the appointment, it may not be retrieved until after your student needs to leave.
2. A pass will be prepared and waiting in the attendance office for your student to pick up first thing in the morning.
3. Your student needs to give the pass to the appropriate teacher before class begins so the student can leave class with minimal interruption.
4. Upon returning to school, your student must check in at the attendance office, even if it is during an off hour or passing period. Failure to do so may result in an unexcused absence.
IF YOU ARRIVE AT SCHOOL TO PICK YOUR STUDENT UP WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, YOU MAY EXPERIENCE A DELAY THAT COULD CAUSE YOU TO BE LATE FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT. THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE DOES NOT ALWAYS HAVE SOMEONE AVAILABLE TO RUN PASSES TO CLASSROOMS.
Thank you for your cooperation!