Announcements
May 20, 2026
CLASS OF 2026 – LAPTOP COLLECTION
We will begin collecting Senior laptops on Tuesday, May 26th. If you are a SENIOR and no longer need your laptop for classes or testing, please hand it in at room 611 by Friday, May 29th. YOUR LAST OPPORTUNITY TO HAND IN YOUR LAPTOP WILL BE JUNE 4TH, AT GRADUATION PRACTICE. If we do not receive your laptop by then, your diploma WILL be withheld.
CLASS OF 2026
All seniors: You are to complete a mandatory Senior Survey on your Class of 2026 Teams page. This is required for all seniors, including those not attending a post-secondary institution, to ensure your final transcript is sent and to avoid any enrollment delays.
BOOK CLUB
The Book Club's next and final meeting of the year will be TODAY, Wednesday, May 20, in room 105 at the High School.
CHESS CLUB
The final Chess Club meeting for the 2025-2026 school year will be held TOMORROW, Thursday 5/21/26 after school in the high school library. All interested students in grades 9-12, and all faculty, are welcome to attend. Interested students who cannot attend are encouraged to email Mr. Teter using teterr@hasdk12.org.
KEYSTONE REMEDIATION
Keystone Exam Remediation: Keystone Exams will be administered from TODAY through May 21. Students can sign up for remediation using Study Island. Information about remediation can be found on the Hazleton Area High School website— Keystone Exam Information and Independent Keystone Remediation https://www.hasdk12.org/o/hahs/page/keystone-exams-remediation-study-island. You may also contact your teacher who informed you that you will be taking the Keystone Exams in May for information about Keystone Exams Remediation. Keystone Exams are a graduation requirement for students in grade 9-12.
LIFESAVERS CLUB
The last two clean ups for this school year will be held on May 23. See details outside of room 222.
MARCHING BAND
The Hazleton Area Marching Cougars are hosting a Spin Clinic for those interested in joining the color guard. No experience is necessary. If you are interested in learning how to spin flag and dance in a fun, supportive environment, please see the flyer posted next to Room 147. Also, students who have played a band instrument for at least a year are invited to be a part of the Marching Cougars! Please see the flyer posted next to Room 147.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
All juniors who are being inducted into the National Honor Society are reminded that there is a mandatory meeting & practice on TODAY, after school in the high school auditorium. This meeting will last approximately 1 hour.
GUIDANCE
CREDIT RECOVERY
If you are interested in earning credit recovery this summer, please see your school counselor for information about summer school.
FAFSA
The 2026–27 FAFSA is now available at studentaid.gov. The FAFSA is the first and most important step to get money for college. It also helps determine your eligibility for financial aid from the state level and colleges. Even if you think you won't qualify, you should still apply, as most students receive some form of financial assistance including loans.
SENIORS INTERESTED IN TEACHING
Seniors Interested in Becoming a Teacher: The Teach in NEPA Project is available through LCCC, allowing you to earn both your associate and bachelor’s degrees in Hazleton for under $30,000, plus a $10,000 student teaching stipend. Your diploma will be from Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania. More info is available on your Senior TEAMS page.
INSTANT DECISION DAYS
Some universities are also hosting Instant Decision Days – don’t miss your chance to get accepted! You must sign up to participate. The link to sign up is posted on Teams. If you have any questions, please see your guidance counselor.
SAT FEE WAIVERS
SAT Fee Waivers: Juniors and seniors can get SAT fee waiver code from their school counselor.
NURSE’S OFFICE
The Pennsylvania Department of Health mandates a physical examination be completed by a care provider/physician on all students entering 11th grade. The Pa Dept of Health also mandates all students receive a Meningococcal (MCV) vaccination on or after the student’s 16th birthday to enter 12th grade. Please keep this in mind and discuss it with your care provider/physician at the time of 11th grade physical exam. The state of Pennsylvania requires that all students entering 12th grade must have a 2nd dose of Meningococcal Conjugate (MCV). If the first dose was given at 16 years of age or older, then only one dose is required, and that shall count as the 12th grade dose. Written proof of this immunization from your physician must be returned to the school nurse prior to the first day of 12th grade. Failure to provide the necessary documentation will put your child at risk for exclusion from school.
ATHLETICS
GIRLS’ SOCCER
Any girl currently in grade 8 through 11 and interested in playing high school soccer next school year, is invited to attend the first preseason conditioning session TODAY, Wednesday, May 20th starting at 3:15 at the Maple Manor soccer field. If you cannot attend but want to play, or have questions, reach out to Coach Michelin at michelinm@hasdk12.org.
FALL SPORTS ATHLETES
Any HASD student entering grades 7 through 12 next school year 2026-2027 and interested in participating on one of our FALL sports teams, is required to get a physical examination and complete the PIAA CIPPE form prior to the official start date (Monday, August 17, 2026 for all FALL sports except Golf and Football Heat Acclimatization with a starting date of Monday, August 10, 2026). The HASD/PIAA required physical (Section 6) and PIAA CIPPE form (Section 1 through 6) completion must be performed online. LVHN/Jefferson Health is assisting us in completing this process. They are also offering a FREE sports physical clinic at the High School on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Each team has been assigned a time slot and we ask that all athletes sign up under the correct team time slot. Also, LVHN/Jefferson Health is offering FREE physicals at Express CARE if you cannot make the clinic at the high school that can be scheduled at your convenience. They will run from NOW through August 21, 2026. Please visit our www.hasdk12.org website and under Athletic Announcements you will find all the details and instructions.
CHEER
Any student currently in grade 8 through 11, who is interested in trying out for one of the High School Cheerleading Teams this upcoming school year, is invited to participate in open gyms starting TODAY with tryouts starting Tuesday, May 26th, from 4:15-6PM in the Early Learning Center Gym. Please join our BAND app to remain informed on all open gym and tryout updates! A QR code for the BAND app will be available to scan in the main office.