Derek Arrowood
Hamilton Heights Schools Deepening Connection To Community
By: Derek Arrowood As we continue our dynamic journey of becoming a FORD Next Generation Learning (NGL) community, I continue to see examples of next generation learning in play throughout our campus. For example, last week, students at the middle school celebrated its annual Beyond Hamilton Heights week (formerly College Go! Week) to focus students…
Read More9 Weeks Down Many More To Look Forward To
By: Derek Arrowood It’s hard to believe the first nine weeks are behind us and we are into the second nine weeks of the 2023-24 school year. I am encouraged by the enthusiasm, progress, and focus of our students on their academic goals. It is equally rewarding to see our educators and staff helping them…
Read MoreHHSC Partners With Ford Next Generation Learning
By: Derek Arrowood I am excited to share that Hamilton Heights School Corporation has partnered with Ford Next Generation Learning (Ford NGL) to foster a community conversation around college and career preparedness and the types of experiences, skills, and competencies our students need to truly be ready for success beyond high school. Ford NGL applies…
Read MoreArrowood Discusses Security And Safety Of Hamilton Heights Schools
By: Derek Arrowood We believe a safe school culture should be a way of life at Hamilton Heights. Safety is a shared responsibility that encompasses the physical, emotional, and academic safety and wellbeing of our children. We have created protocols and best practices designed to protect lives and support all aspects of the safety and…
Read MoreArrowood Discusses First Day Of School
By: Dr. Derek Arrowood As the first day of school approaches, it brings with it anticipation and excitement with the thought of the endless possibilities and opportunities for growth and development. We look forward to engaging student minds and cultivating each student’s unique gifts to find the spark that will propel their learning and take…
Read MoreLet Summer Begin!
It is hard to believe that tomorrow is the last day of school for students. This week has been crazy busy filled with celebrations, recognitions, finals, and mixed emotions as many of our students will be transitioning to the next level – be it the next grade, new building, continuing their education journey, or going…
Read MoreUpdate #107 from Dr. Derek Arrowood, Superintendent, Hamilton Heights School Corporation
Wednesday was School Nurse Day, a part of a weeklong celebration as part of Nurse Appreciation Week. We are extremely fortunate to have a team of compassionate, committed, and highly skilled nurses serving our students and staff. Our school nurses are on the front lines every day providing comfort and care for students and staff…
Read MoreApril 26, 2023: Update #106 from Dr. Derek Arrowood, Superintendent, Hamilton Heights School Corporation
Wednesday is Administrative Professionals Day which gives me a special opportunity to recognize the important contributions that our administrative professionals make at Heights every day. Our administrative roles are incredibly diverse and those who serve in them are invaluable to keeping our offices running smoothly and effectively every day. Their connectedness, expertise, attention to detail,…
Read MoreUpdate #105 from Dr. Derek Arrowood, Superintendent, Hamilton Heights School Corporation
Welcome back! I hope everyone was able to take advantage of spring break to rest, reenergize, and are ready to finish the semester strong. The next seven weeks will be a flurry of activity including spring sports, testing, awards, recognitions, prom, art shows, concerts, and graduation among a few. Prom is Saturday, April 29. The…
Read MoreUpdate #104 from Dr. Derek Arrowood, Superintendent, Hamilton Heights School Corporation
Beginning April 1, the community can enjoy an up close and personal visit to 12 different historical sites in Jackson Township (Atlanta, Arcadia, and Cicero) through self-guided video tours. These videos, created by a talented crew of HHSC educators and staff including, Jeff Beechler, Connor James, Lucia Garber (HHMS), and Melissa Martin and Julie Davis…
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