Principal's Corner

Dear HHS Community,

Our first dance of the year will be held next weekend (9/21 from 8 - 10 pm; semi-formal).  Dances are both a wonderful social event and a place where some students can make poor choices.  In past years a few students have arrived to dances under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Recently this behavior has improved markedly and we hope this year will continue the trend.  A second potential concern is the current style of dance (typing these words makes me feel old!) in which involves everyone packing together in front of the speakers. We will ask students to spread across the floor so that adults can effectively supervise the space.  I’ve worked with the Junior and Senior class leadership to lay the groundwork for an appropriate atmosphere. So, here are the general expectations:

• All school rules are in effect at dances.  Infractions will incur the usual consequences.

• There are 10 adult chaperones + 1 administrator + 1 HPD officer at all dances.

• Dances are held in the gym with access through the athletic entrance.  The rest of the building is not available so students will not be able to access their lockers - please keep this in mind if students want to bring coats, purses, etc.

• All dances end at 10 pm.

It is clear to me that dances are most successful when parents and school work together to reinforce shared goals.  Please take a moment to speak with your student about your family’s behavioral expectations.

I hope you have a great weekend!

Justin M. Campbell

Principal

Hanover High School