Hermitage High School

Congratulations to our very own Stephanie Norris for being inducted into the Hermitage Band Hall of Fame last night! Way to go Mrs. Norris 🎉

Congratulations to this year’s retirees! Thank you for your combined over 100 years of service to HCPS. We wish you a happy and relaxing retirement!

Do you have a special Senior in your life that you want to "kiss" goodbye? The class of 2026 will be selling gift bags for members of the Class of 2024 during lunches Monday 5/13 until Wednesday 5/15 with bags being delivered to Seniors in their 1st and 2nd block classes on 5/16 and 5/17. Bags will include a personalized note, "kisses', and other "Class of 2024" goodies. Please see Mrs. Voltz in room 119 with any questions!

2023-2024 Yearbook Distribution

Yearbooks will be distributed May 6th through May 10th in Commons A during lunches. Students will need to prove their identity before picking up their yearbook via ID or providing their student ID number. Students will sign for their books.

We have a small surplus, with seniors getting the first opportunity to purchase books on May 6th and May 7th. The books are $50.00 and can be purchased with cash or a card. All other grades will be able to purchase any surplus leftover, starting on May 8th.

Happy National School Lunch Heroes Day to our amazing cafeteria staff! Thank you for keeping our students and staff full of nutritious breakfasts and lunches so we can teach and learn all day! You are the true heroes of Herm!!!🐾 ♥️ 💙

Congratulations to Mr. Taylor and Mr. Merriman for being this month’s Golden Apple Winners! We appreciate your dedication and hard work. 🐾

Talented Henrico teenagers showcase skills, raise money at Entrepreneurship Day Students from 27 different programs at the ACE Center at Hermitage are showcasing their skills in a two-day entrepreneurial event, offering services and bespoke products for sale to the community.

Join us at Roma’s staples mill location from 11 am - 9 pm on May 6th when 20% of all proceeds from take-out & dine-in orders will support the Hermitage HS PTSO! Mention Hermitage HS when you order. We hope to see you there!

Huge shoutout to our incredible senior office aides, Camryn Walker and Kyndall Jackson! Their dedication, helpfulness, and positive attitudes make a big difference at Herm. We can’t wait to see what amazing things they will achieve after graduation! The world needs more go-getters like Kyndall and Camryn! 🎓

Attention! ALL library books are DUE on MAY 3rd!!! Please bring your library books back to the library by the end of this week so you don't receive a bill for a missing book.

Culture Night 2024 was a huge success! Students from many different backgrounds came together to educate the community and celebrate cultural diversity here at the Herm.

HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT: Join the Henrico County Sheriff’s Office for a special evening to help educate parents and guardians on possible signs of drug and alcohol use by teens. The event replicates a teenager's bedroom to allow parents to “snoop” and try to find indicators of drug use and hiding spots. Discover how alcohol and drugs can be easily hidden in a teenager’s bedroom and learn of ways to engage in proactive and healthy discussions to prevent risky behaviors. Rapid revive training offered.

When: April 30th, 6-7 PM (Service Providers Meet & Greet @ 5:30 PM, Presentation begins at 6 PM)
Where: Varina High School 7053 Messer Rd, Henrico, VA 23231, USA

The Henrico County Public Schools Big Feet Meet is a chance for our students to promote social inclusion through sports training and competition experiences. It is an event that encourages athletic leadership within our student body and empowers students with special needs. Hermitage was excited to host this special event and is always a memorable day for all students!

Come out to Hermitage on Saturday, April 27th from 8-11 am and snag some new treasures, say hello to your neighbors, and (most importantly) support the Hermitage HS Marching Panthers!

Senior Walk 2024 from Holladay Elementary!

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia: The Birthplace of American Medicine!
Sophomores in the Center for Allied Health traveled to the home of America's first public hospital and first medical school in sunny March. Students explored 19th Century medical history at the Mütter Museum, immersed themselves in the major systems of the body at the Franklin Institute, and learned about academics and activities for future healthcare professionals on a tour of the University of Pennsylvania .hhs

Senior Walk part 3 🎓

More from Senior Walk 🎓

Senior Walk 2024 🎓

Come see over 50 Herm students perform in The Addams Family (School Edition) on April 18, 19, and 20 at 7 pm! Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for students.

The Herm PTSO is offering two scholarships for $1k and $500 to two graduating seniors. Applications are due by 4 pm on April 19th. Visit bit.ly/hermptsoscholarship24 or scan the QR code to view the application.

Our teachers are taking a break to witness the wonder of the 2024 eclipse!

Hermitage was represented at Henrico 21 by Ms. Kirk and Ms. Pierce’s ESL Environmental Science classes and Ms. Hodges and Ms. Heldorfer’s integrated services classes and their collaborative project: “Making Biomes Accessible”. The team would like to thank ILC Melissa Woltz, the Hermitage Library, Mrs. Schatz - School Counseling Director, and the Hermitage Administration for their support. And a big thank you to Brookland District Board member Mrs. Kristi Kinsella for stopping by and spending time with us.

Truly the best day of the year! Students have worked hard in their classes creating some amazing projects, and today was the day they were able to show off what they’ve learned!

CONGRATULATIONS to Josenae Jones, Hermitage senior for being accepted to the Teacher Scholars program!!! Seniors who are accepted for the program agree to complete their undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in an approved content area and Henrico County Public Schools will provide them with a $5,000 supplement and guaranteed employment. Josenae plans to come back to HCPS to work as an art teacher. We are so proud of you!!!

Spring Break Spirit Week!

The Speech team had an amazing day yesterday! We have another STATE CHAMPION!!! The team came in 4th overall.

Declan Bryant: 1st place State Champion in Impromptu
Carter Beverly: 2nd place Storytelling
Josephine Cooke: 2nd place Prose Interpretation
Ayla Pada: 5th place Dramatic Interpretation
Frankie Phillips: 5th place Storytelling

Congratulations Ms. Pierce on earning her National Board Certification for Teachers. Hermitage staff and students are lucky to have you! .pierce.hhs

Students started their day off with a treat from the Breakfast Club. The Panther Support Team will be popping up again, so get here on time to grab something special. HAPPY FRIDAY!!!

Anasemon Khiry and Acie Brown received their letter of acceptance to Project Search for the 2024-2025 school year. They will be two of the HCPS student interns at St. Mary's Hospital. Congratulations Anasemon and Acie!