Business and Law Academy Students Complete Nassau County Law and Order Job Shadow Program
District Opens Four New iMac Labs at Hempstead High School
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HHS Presents ‘Guys and Dolls’
Congratulations to Hempstead High School’s
student actors/actresses and Theater Department for their wonderful
presentation of the musical “Guys and Dolls” on Friday, April 27, 2012
and Saturday, April 28, 2012.
Students Learn Life Lessons from Former Tigers
Former NFL players and Hempstead High School
alumni Reggie Terry and Tim Terry share words of wisdom with Senior
Academy students
March 29, 2012 was undoubtedly a Thursday to remember for a group of Hempstead High School students.
As part of a special assembly, 30 Senior Academy students were able to
hear important words of wisdom from former National Football League
players and Hempstead High School alumni Reggie Terry and Tim Terry. The
former Hempstead Tigers, who are brothers, gave a motivational speech
to the teens to encourage them to work diligently at bringing their life
goals to fruition.
Tim, a former linebacker for the Cincinnati Bengals and Seattle
Seahawks, discussed the importance of being a successful student-athlete
with the high schoolers, because both academics and athletics, he
explained, can help them to accomplish great feats in their lives. The
Hempstead High School Class of 1992 graduate is now the Assistant
Director of Pro Personnel for the Green Bay Packers.
Reggie, a former linebacker for the St. Louis Rams, reminded the
students that the road to making their dreams come true will not be an
easy one, but with hard work and perseverance, they can become
successful and productive young leaders. The Hempstead High School Class
of 1989 graduate also urged the students to take pride in being a
member of the Hempstead community, and to dedicate time to listen to
their parents, teachers, coaches and other adults in their lives who
have inspirational messages to share. Reggie is now the Football
Administration Director for the Arizona Cardinals.
Hempstead Board of Education President Charles Renfroe and former
Hempstead High School teacher and coach Alan Hodish also shared
greetings during the assembly. In addition, television news coverage
from this Hempstead Tiger event was featured on Verizon FiOS1 News later
that evening.
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Hempstead High School Team Center Hosts Women's History Month Celebration
High Schoolers Host an Afternoon of Fun for Kids
Campus teens help to bring smiles to youngsters' faces during Children's Day Celebration
As participants in the Hempstead Boys and Girls Club’s Children’s
Day Celebration, Hempstead High School Campus students transformed two Fulton
Elementary School classrooms into an activity fun zone for kids in March.
Led by College Preparatory Academy for Music and Art guidance
counselor Jessica Sabia, 10 high school students volunteered their time after
school that day to host arts and crafts activities, exercises, snack time, and
more for the young faces of the Hempstead Boys and Girls Club. While spending
time with the children, the high schoolers were also able to teach them about
the importance of, among other things, learning, teamwork, listening to others,
creativity and respect for diversity.
The event, which gave the high school students the
opportunity to inspire the younger generation to be productive citizens, was
also a part of the high school’s ongoing efforts to encourage students to do
all that they can to give back to the Hempstead community.
District Honors High School Achievers
The Hempstead Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patricia Garcia honored several Hempstead High School student achievers on March 15 during the Board of Education's monthly meeting.
The talented Hempstead High School Marching Tigers were recognized for being the only Long Island marching band performers in the University of Massachusetts Amherst's 27th Annual Band Day, for performing in the Village of Rockville Centre's Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, as well as for becoming the house band for sporting events at Adelphi University in Garden City.
The district's administration also honored Senior Academy student Shaaday Williams for being selected as this year's Art Supervisors Association (ASA) Senior Scholarship recipient. The scholarship, which was officially presented to Williams during the Nassau All-County Art Exhibition at Adelphi University on March 18, is awarded each year to one senior from each high school in Nassau County.
Hempstead Board of Education President Charles Renfroe, Vice President JoAnn Simmons and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patricia Garcia presented the honorees with certificates of achievement in recognition of their exceptional accomplishments. District Director of Music, Fine Arts and Library Media Angel Perez and Marching Band Director Benjamin Coleman were also awarded certificates of appreciation for their outstanding leadership.
High School Students Sing in French
Hempstead High School students in teacher Jude Jacques' Advanced
Placement French class performed the song "Je Me Pardonne" by singer
Corneille on March 23, 2012. The event was the first of its kind at the
high school.
The song's lyrics not only enabled the students to expand their
knowledge about a foreign language, they also helped the high schoolers
learn about the importance of forgiveness.
The Hempstead Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools Dr.
Patricia Garcia congratulate the students for doing such an outstanding
job of showcasing their understanding of the French language. The
district also congratulates Mr. Jacques for organizing such a wonderful
and unique event.
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Students Perform With the Long Island Philharmonic
As part of its ongoing partnership with the Long Island Philharmonic,
the district hosted a Music in Our Schools concert at Hempstead High
School on March 22. The concert, which was led by the orchestra's Music
Director David Stewart Wiley, featured instrumental performances by the
district's elementary, middle school and high school students.
Class of 2012 Valedictorian, Salutatorian and President Present at BOE Meeting
During the Hempstead Board of Education's February 16 meeting, Class of 2012 Valedictorian Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Salutatorian Jacqueline Fleuriscar, and President Patonia Guerra discussed highlights from Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Executive Budget and Reform Plan presentation.
Panasonic Foundation Visits the Business and Law Academy
Students' Artwork Featured in Nassau All-County Art Exhibition
Campus Students Scout Careers
Hempstead High School students learn about a host of professions during Career Week
Hempstead High School Campus students were given the opportunity to
learn about a host of career opportunities in February during their
academy’s Career Week.
At the College Preparatory Academy for Business and Law, Celebrity Chef
Nilka Hendricks, Village of Hempstead Police Department detectives, and
medical practitioners Dr. John “The Rapping Doctor” Clarke and Dr.
Michele Reed visited teacher Vanessa Senior’s class to discuss their
background and occupation with students. Along with networking with the
professionals, the Hempstead teens were also able to participate in a
question and answer session with each speaker. The visits were also part
of an annual Career Project in the school’s Read 180 Program
curriculum, which requires students to conduct research about different
careers, and write a report about their discoveries.
At the Helping Youth Pursue Excellence (HYPE) Academy, guest speakers
including a teacher, lawyer and investment banker visited teacher Mishka
Fox’s class to speak with students about the educational and career
opportunities that are available to them after they complete their high
school education. The weeklong program culminated with a special Men’s
Breakfast, where students networked with the professionals, as well as
learned how to properly tie a necktie.
The district congratulates teachers Vanessa Senior and Mishka Fox for
organizing such informative events for the campus students.
High Schoolers Attend Governor's Address
Senior Academy students attend Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Executive Budget and Reform Plan presentation as special guests
Hempstead High School Campus students were able to expand their knowledge about the upcoming government, education and financial plans for the state on February 2, 2012 as special guests during Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2012-2013 Executive Budget and Reform Plan presentation.
During the event, which was held in the Madison Theatre at Molloy College in Rockville Centre, 19 Senior Academy students sat in the front section alongside many Nassau County elected officials, and listened to the governor outline his proposal to, among other things, cut wasteful spending, create jobs, rebuild infrastructure, and implement education reform statewide to ensure that students are top priority.
This unique field trip gave the students the opportunity to learn about the many ways they can remained informed about the future of the state, as well as the ways they can help to improve the quality of life for all New York residents. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patricia Garcia, Senior Academy Interim Principal Dr. Johnetta Hill and Senior Academy history teacher Mrs. Taylor attended the presentation with the students.
Hempstead High School Campus Hosts Fifth Annual College Goal
Ms. Fox's ELA Class Hosts Career Week Celebration Breakfast
High School Campus Select Chorale Performs in Hofstra Musical
Students Showcase Singing Talents in the 'A Ride on the Underground Railroad' Musical
Mrs. Senior's Read 180 Class Hosts Career Week
Check out the new Paw Print, Hempstead High School Campus’s literary magazine featuring artwork and writing by campus students. www.pawprinthhs.weebly.com
Meet Hempstead High School's Top 10
Congratulations to the Hempstead High School
Campus Class of 2012 Top 10. Each of these Senior College Preparatory
Academy students have maintained a grade point average of 88 percent or
higher, and have been active in a host of extracurricular activities.
The Hempstead Board of Education, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patricia
Garcia and Hempstead High School Campus Senior College Preparatory
Academy Interim Principal Dr. Johnetta Hill commend this year's honorees
for their remarkable achievement and commitment to academic excellence.
1) Jocelyn Solis-Moreira (Valedictorian)
2) Jacqueline Fleuriscar (Salutatorian)
3) Delmy Lopez Cordero
4) Jesse Ortiz
5) Karina Rodas Romero
6) Marta Cruz
7) Elana Muniz
8) Walter Beltran Chavez
9) Jessica Martinez-Menendez
10) Jose Zayala
HHS Teens Spread Holiday Cheer to Seniors
Hempstead students sing songs, decorate
holiday cards and more with elderly rehabilitation patients at Mercy
Medical Center in Rockville Centre
Just before the December holiday recess began, 40 Hempstead High School
students volunteered their time after school to help senior citizens at
Mercy Medical Center in Rockville Centre have a brighter holiday.
After raising money to purchase decorations, Santa Claus hats, art
supplies, candy canes and other event items, the Hempstead teens visited
the hospital to decorate a Christmas tree and holiday ornaments, sing
holiday songs and discuss life stories with a dozen of senior citizen
patients recovering from surgery.
The event gave the students the opportunity to bring smiles to the
patients’ faces for the holidays, as well as bridge the generational gap
by listening to the words of wisdom that the elders had to share.
College Preparatory Academy for Music and Art guidance counselor Jessica
Sabia organized the visit, which is one of many volunteer efforts that
the students will participate in during this school year.
ABGS Middle School and Hempstead High School Campus Hosts 2011 Winter Concert
Schools Honor First Quarter Academic Achievers
To recognize students who have maintained a high grade
point average during the first quarter of the 2011-2012 school year, the
Hempstead High School Campus hosted a Student Recognition Night on
December 13, and the Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School hosted a
Student Recognition Breakfast on December 15.
At the high school, students were honored for earning a place on the
Principal's List, Arista List, Honor Roll or Merit Roll. At the middle
school, students were recognized for being named to the school's Honor
Roll or Arista List.
Congratulations to all of the honorees!
To view the College Preparatory Academy for Business and Law honorees,
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To view the College Preparatory Academy for Math and Science honorees,
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To view the College Preparatory Academy for Music and Art honorees,
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To view the Senior College Preparatory Academy honorees,
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School District Gives Thanks Together
More than 200 families in the district were able to
celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday together on November 21 during a
special Thanksgiving Feast in the Hempstead High School Campus Tiger
Café.
The celebration featured a buffet dinner, raffle drawing, dancing, face
painting for kids, and lots of holiday cheer. The Hempstead High School
Campus Team Center and Parent Teacher Student Association hosted the
districtwide event, which was the first of its kind in the history of
the school district.
'An Evening of One Acts' Hits HHS
Hempstead High School Campus students showcased
their acting talents on November 19 and 20 during their presentation of
the campus's fall play, "Love…Disappointment…Reality…An Evening of One
Acts." The show, which featured a performance of “A Lonely Impulse of
Delight” by John Patrick Shanley, “Cindy and Julie” by Bruce Kane and
“The Right to Remain” by Melanie Marnich, was a part of the campus's new
and improved theater program.
Congratulations to District Director of Music and Fine Arts Angel Perez,
theater teacher Ms. Mazo and the actors, actresses, stage crew, and
organizers for presenting such a wonderful and entertaining fall play
for the Hempstead school community.
HHS Marching Band Performs at UMass Amherst
Congratulations to the Hempstead High School Marching Band for
being the only band from Long Island to perform in the University of
Massachusetts Amherst’s 27th Annual Band Day. As a part of the visit,
the band was able to showcase their talents alongside hundreds of high
school musicians from a host of northeast region areas. The district
also congratulates Music and Fine Arts Director Angel Perez and Marching
Band Director Mr. Coleman for this wonderful accomplishment.
Tigers Win 2011 Year of the Tiger Homecoming!
Hempstead High School’s football team defeats Valley Stream Central High, 33-14. Go Tigers!
The Hempstead community heard the Tigers roar on October 22 as the
Hempstead Public Schools celebrated its 122nd Annual Homecoming and
Vending Festival. Hundreds of students, principals, parents, families
and residents showed their Hempstead Tiger pride by marching in the
district’s annual Homecoming Parade, which kicked off the Year of the
Tiger celebration. The Hempstead High School football team later capped
off the celebration with a 33-14 victory against Valley Stream Central
High School. Go Tigers!
The Hempstead Board of Education and Acting Superintendent of Schools
Julius Brown congratulates all of the students and homecoming
participants for showing their school-spirit throughout the day and
supporting the Hempstead School District. The district also thanks Music
and Fine Arts Director Angel Perez and all of the organizers of this
year's celebration for making the annual Hempstead Tiger spirit-filled
day a success.
Hempstead High Tigers Celebrate 2011 Pep Rally
Hempstead Students Perform with Our Heroes
Students showcase their musical talents with U.S.
Marines during the All-Star High School Band of Long Island Concert in
commemoration of 9/11
The Hempstead Public Schools congratulates Hempstead High School
students Angel Figueroa, Elana Muniz, Alyssa Crawford, and Jesse Ortiz
for participating in the Band of Long Island, Inc.’s All-Star High
School Band of Long Island Concert on September 18. The concert, which
was the first of its kind in the organization’s history, was held at the
United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point in commemoration
of the 10th Anniversary of September 11.
The 200-piece band featured a group of talented high school students
from Nassau and Suffolk counties, as well as musicians from the United
States Merchant Marine Academy Band and the Band of Long Island.
Students Jesse Ortiz, and Alyssa Crawford also represented the district
with a special distinction by performing as members of the first chair
in this concert. As a part of the program, the students were also able
to tour the grounds of the United States Merchant Marine Academy.
Hempstead High School Campus Hosts Meet the Teacher Night
Parents and teachers discuss curriculum, new initiatives and plans for the 2011-2012 academic year during Meet the Teacher Night
Hempstead High School Campus parents, students, principals, teachers and
staff were recently able to kick off the 2011-2012 academic year
together during the campus’s annual Meet the Teacher Night.
In between touring the campus’ academies, parents were able to visit
each of their child’s classes to discuss upcoming projects, testing
information, grading policies and more. The campus’s four principals,
Dr. Johnetta Hill, Dagoberto Artilles, David Evans and James Thomas, as
well as Assistant Principal Sheena Burke, also visited classrooms in
their academy throughout the event to welcome parents and answer
questions that they had about the new school year. In addition, parents
and students were able to sign-up for a host of clubs, programs,
tutoring services and activities at the campus.
Hempstead High School Seniors Graduate
Check out photos from Hempstead High School's 2011 Commencement.
Congratulations Graduates!
District administrators, community leaders and local businesses present 35 Class of 2011 students with monetary awards during the school’s Scholarship Awards Program.
The Hempstead School District community gathered on June 8 to honor 35 outstanding students in Hempstead High School’s Class of 2011 during the school’s Annual Scholarship Awards Program.
During the program, district administrators including Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patricia Garcia, Hempstead Board of Education President Charles Renfroe and Hempstead High School Interim Principal Chy Davidson, community leaders and local businesses presented the seniors with scholarships for their college education in recognition of their academic, athletic and humanitarian achievements.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patricia Garcia presented Hempstead High School Class of 2011 valedictorian Andra Smith with the Gates Millennium Scholarship. The award, which is presented to only 1,000 minority students in the country each year, will finance Smith’s entire college career. Class of 2011 salutatorian Elvian Cali was also selected as a Nassau County Executive Community Service and Academic Excellence Award recipient. The scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements and community spirit.
The district congratulates all of this year’s honorees and commends the Hempstead High School Scholarship Committee and staff for hosting such a wonderful student achievement celebration.
2011 Scholarship Awards Honorees
Maria Belen Andrade
Jean Baptiste
Peterson Jean-Baptiste
DeAnna Bassett
Melanie Bentsen
Esther Botty
Tyrone Brown
Elvian Cali
Andy Ceron
William Dukes IV
Shawn Farquharson
Idania Guzman -Flores
Felix Garcia
Charda Graham
Cavell Harrison
Emely Henriquez
Aniqa Islam
Chantelle Jack
David John
Trashawn Kirby
Yolanda Little
Aaron McCrimmon
Julia Menjivar
Carmen Menjivar Membreno
Jeffrey Morales
Jason Padilla
Rahmik Perry
Ismael Pierre
Daniela Rodriguez
Krystal Rodriguez
Iverne Rollo
Andra Smith
Ruben Trabi
Brandon Underwood
Anthony Young
District Hosts Inaugural Sports Awards Night Dinner
Administration honors students for their 2010-2011 athletic achievements.
To recognize the remarkable 2010-2011 sports achievements of its talented students, the Hempstead Public Schools recently hosted a Sports Awards Night Dinner. The event, which honored Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School and Hempstead High School students, was the first of its kind in the school district’s history.
Throughout the celebration, the Hempstead Board of Education, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patricia Garcia, District Athletic Director Dr. Robert Cincotta and sports coaches districtwide commended the students for excelling on the field and court as a Hempstead Tiger athlete.
During the award ceremony, ABGS Middle School athletes were honored with Project Neighborhood Peacemaker awards for their leadership and sportsmanship, and Hempstead High School students were awarded scholarships, varsity letters and Hempstead Tiger jackets for their athletic accomplishments.
“The Hempstead Public Schools’ athletic program is an important part of our school district’s efforts to provide our students with a versatile educational experience, and this has been a wonderful year for our student-athletes,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patricia Garcia stated. “Our students have demonstrated their determination, athletic abilities, and sportsmanship throughout the year, which have brought a renewed sense of pride to our school community. Tonight, we gather together to celebrate these achievements as we congratulate our athletes on a job well done.”
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Andra Smith Wins Gates Millennium Scholarship
Hempstead High School Class of 2011 Valedictorian Andra Smith was recently named as a Gates Millennium Scholarship winner. The scholarship, which is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, is a good-through college graduation award that is presented to only 1,000 students in the country each year. The Hempstead Public Schools administration congratulates Andra Smith for earning this prestigious scholarship and honor.
Hempstead High School Performs "Once on This Island"
Hempstead High School Presented "Once on This Island" on May 13 and 14 as its 2011 spring musical. The district congratulates the students, Music and Fine Arts Director Angel Perez, teacher Ms. Mazo and the entire musical staff for their wonderful performance of the one-act play, which was based on the novel "My Love, My Love" by Rosa Guy.
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Hempstead High School Hosted a Health and Career Fair on April 13
High School to Present "Once on This Island"
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Hempstead High School Proudly Presents:
”Once on This Island”
A Musical
Book and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Based upon the novel "My Love, My Love" by Rosa Guy
”Once on This Island” takes place in Haiti; and as a cast and crew, we have decided to raise money for Haiti Relief.
The final death toll from the 2010 earthquake in Haiti is 316,000. The earthquake left 1,600,000 Haitians homeless. It is estimated that as many as 300,000 Haitians were injured, making this earthquake one of the deadliest natural disasters in modern history.
As well as supporting our students, please come to help donate to a country that is still in need of help.
Staring:
Victoria Edwards
Clifford Daniel
Chernique Applewhaite
Brandon R. Underwood
Tashina Brown
Tyron Brown
Tia Martin
Issah Jarvis- Anderson
Ladinia Okang
Jessica Avila
Quaasha Mack
Justina Arnold
Tiffany Stewart
and Ms. Blackburn's Choir
Friday, May 13 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 14 at 7 p.m.
Hempstead High School Auditorium
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Adults $6
Students, Senior Citizens, and Children $3
For tickets, please call (516) 292 -7111 ext. 2243
Please come and support our students.
District-Parent Partnerships Strengthened at Curriculum Orientation Night
Hempstead School District parents, students and community members were able to get an in-depth look into the Hempstead High School Campus' graduation requirements, course offerings, honors program and more during the school's Parent Curriculum Orientation Night on April 27.
Attendees were able to discuss future plans for 2011-2012 school year and other pertinent information with district directors, teachers, guidance counselors and the four Hempstead High School Campus principals. The event served as not only an informational opportunity for parents and the community, but also as another way for the Hempstead School District community to work together to increase student achievement.
Select Chorale Wins First Place in Prague Competition
The Hempstead High School Select Chorale won first place in its category during the 2011 Young Prague Festival in Prague, Czech Republic on April 2. The chorale, which was the only one in the competition from the United States, defeated five choirs to earn the highest score in its category. The district congratulates the Select Chorale and Director Rachel Blackburn for their remarkable win and for representing the Hempstead Public Schools and United States with such distinction on an international level.
The chorale and Director Rachel Blackburn were featured on News 12 on April 26. Later that day, Blackburn and student Arielle Mitchell also spoke about the chorale's win during a live interview with News 12.
A story about the chorale’s win was also featured in the print edition of Newsday’s Schools Notebook section on May 29 on page G 19.
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Two High School Students Named as BOCES Farber Award Honorees
Hempstead High School students Tia Smith and Joanna Yanes have been named as recipients of the 2011 George Farber Outstanding Student Award at Nassau BOCES. The students, BOCES Superintendent Dr. Thomas Rogers stated, were selected as honorees in recognition of their talent, character, passion and good citizenship.
BOCES officials will present the award to these two outstanding students during a special ceremony on Thursday, April 14, 2011 at the Long Island High School for the Arts in Syosset at 10:45 a.m. The district congratulates Tia Smith and Joanna Yanes for earning this wonderful recognition.
District to Host Electrify Your Strings Concert Featuring Mark Wood
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Homecoming 2010
2010 Homecoming Pep Rally