School Calendar
As a reminder, school will not be in session April 7th through April 14th.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Advisory and Wellness Wednesday will not be scheduled on April 19th. Instead, students will attend grade level assemblies focused on diversity, equity and belonging. See below for the time schedule for each of the presentations that will take place in the DHHS gymnasium. I encourage all parents/guardians to speak with their student(s) about these important topics often and certainly after the presentations.
- Sophomores: 7:25 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.
- Seniors: 8:25 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
- Juniors: 9:25 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
- Freshmen: 1:10 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
National Day of Silence
Friday, April 21st, GASP (Gender and Sexualities Program) will be sponsoring Hand's participation in The National Day of Silence, an annual event. The National Day Silence recognizes the discrimination and bullying faced by LGBTQIA+ youth and the silence they often keep to protect themselves. Those in the LGBTQIA+ community often fear that if their family or friends find out about their sexual orientation or gender identity there will be economic, emotional, physical or psychological consequences, consequences cis gender heterosexuals do not usually face. Cis gender heterosexuals can count on their community, friends, strangers and institutions to celebrate their love and family. On Friday, April 21st those who choose to participate will stand in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ youth and remind all of Hand and the world that everyone of us matters regardless of our differences be they race, religion, culture, gender or sexuality. Thank you to everyone who is participating or supporting this important event. Students and staff interested in participating can sign up during lunch periods on Monday through Thursday of next week.
If you choose to participate in the Day of Silence your teachers and school community should respect your choice. GASP will be selling Hand pride t-shirts for $20 at the signup table. If you are interested please bring cash.
Hands on Stage Spring Musical – Mark Your Calendars
This year's spring musical, The Lightning Thief – The Percy Jackson Musical, opens on Thursday, April 20, 2023. Additional performances are scheduled on Friday, April 21st, and Saturday, April 22nd. An audience is welcome and encouraged to attend these performances. Tickets cost $12.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door. To purchase tickets in advance, click on the button below. If your calendar allows, I hope you will consider attending this year's performance to support the cast and crew. Each evening performance begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Dining and Assembly Hall. There are two performances on Saturday, April 22nd, one beginning at 2:00 p.m. and the other beginning at 7:00 p.m