(Career): Immerse yourself in hands-on learning at Summer Youth Programs (SYP)! Each summer, nearly 1000 students from around the world in grades 6-11 come to Michigan Technological University’s campus for week-long explorations of college and career opportunities. Click on their website for more information or to sign up: https://www.mtu.edu/syp/. Hemlock semiconductor provides Scholarships for 30 mid-Michigan students.  Click here for application for a scholarship before April 9: https://www.mtu.edu/syp/discover/pathway-programs/.

Seniors: Hemlock Semiconductor will be conducting on-the-spot interviews at the Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! Saginaw Service Center on Tuesday, February 14th, 2023 from 10:00 am to 5:00 p.m. Applicants must be 18 years old.

Juniors: Would you like to learn more about a career pathway next year? There are a lot of work based learning opportunities in our area. Many local businesses are looking for motivated students to work at their organizations to learn in career pathways such as manufacturing, business, banking, finance, medical, legal, criminal justice, science, engineering and many more. Some of these opportunities will employ students in the summertime also. Deadlines for larger companies like DOW, HSC, and MyMichigan Health are coming soon. See Mrs. Hill in the office next to room 235 of the Work Based Learning website on the HHS Counseling website if you would like more information.

Information about summer opportunities like jobs, volunteering, summer camps, internships and activities are available on the HHS Counseling website. Click on Career Opportunities for more information.

On Wednesday, February 15th Delta College will be here during all lunches in room 234 to help seniors with their Delta College applications and answer any other Delta College questions. The Delta College application has several steps so come get help with them on this day. On Thursday, February 16th Harvey Schneider from Delta College will be here from 1:00-2:00PM in room 234 to talk to seniors and juniors about skilled trades opportunities at Delta College. If you’re interested skill trades this would be a great presentation to come to. Sign up in room 234 or the counseling department to attend these presentations.

The Heritage Hockey team is hosting the 2nd annual Coop Strong game on 2/11 and you can buy tshirts for $10 (at lunch). This shirt includes your entrance into the hockey game. This game is to honor the former Heritage student/Hockey player Cooper Wobio who passed away last year. For our Spirit Day on Friday we are encouraging everyone to wear their Coop Strong Shirt, or the colors: Yellow, Blue and Silver.

Any girls interested in playing tennis this spring: there will be an informational meeting on Wednesday, February 15 at 2:45 in Room 212. Please come and get season information and meet the coaches. If you are unable to attend, stop by and see Mr. Senkowski in Rm 212 with questions.

Art Club is canceled on next Tuesday, February 7th. The next meeting will be Tuesday, February 14th in room 351.

Hey Heritage, KNOTS will be holding their 2nd KNOTS Bake Sale Thursday, February 9th from 8:30 until all items are sold. Be ready to purchase some yummy treats and support KNOTS.

Here are some 2022 highlights of some of the extraordinary and positive behaviors our Hawks displayed during first semester: Baljit Sing: Wearing his ID badge and bringing his Chrome book every day. Syeira Staves: Told her teacher about an absence in advance to get her assignment. Julian Butler: Comes prepared for class every day and he is always cell phone free. Ella Clarkston: Demonstrated great poise and self-control when confronted with a difficult situation. Addison Uhrich: No missing assignments, responsible and respectful and great helper with peers. Aidan Weaver: Helping a student catch up without being asked Conner McDowell: Saw that someone dropped a $5 bill and he returned it to its owner. Cameron Daig: Congratulating students on their achievements and is always kind to others. Andrew Denay: Extra effort studying. Mit Foley: Gave up his seat to a peer who needed to join his group. He was very accommodating and welcoming to the peer. Abby Watson: Making a tough decision to ensure the safety and welfare of others. Patrick Sienko: Always asks questions and adds to class discussion. Alexandria Honeman: Shows enthusiasm and kindness in class. Alysa Severson: Hustling to get to class on time. Ilema Albert: Outstanding social skills by asking staff how they are doing! Keep up the great work honoring our HAWKS Creed! We have some model hawks and we can’t wait to see what YOU will do in 2023!