HIGBY'S Guide To HIES: Upper School 2023

HIGBY’S GUIDE upper school

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Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School develops in students a love of learning, respect for self and others, faith in God and a sense of service to the world community.

-The Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School Mission Statement

STUDENT

WELCOME

Welcome to the HIES Upper School! We hope that you will love it here as much as we do. This Upper School Guide will give you an introduction to people and places to know for 9th-12th grades. The administrators mentioned throughout the guide will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Note that placement tests and course registration will occur during the spring semester, and schedules are typically released the second week of July.

Please refer to the Upper School Student Handbook online via myHIES for more information.

2023-2024 UPPER SCHOOL KEY DATES

AUGUST 2023

Monday, Aug. 14

New Family Campus Kickoff –5:00-7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 15

School begins for 9th-12th grades

Thursday, Aug. 17 - Friday, Aug. 18

Grade level specific special events

SEPTEMBER

Friday, Sept. 1

Labor Day Weekend – Early Dismissal

Monday, Sept. 4

Labor Day – School Holiday

OCTOBER

Monday, Oct. 9 and Tuesday, Oct. 10

Fall Break – School Holiday

NOVEMBER

Friday, Nov. 17

Grandparents and Special Friends Day for PS & LS (No School for MS or US)

Monday, Nov. 20 - Friday, Nov. 24

Thanksgiving Break

Monday, Nov. 27

Classes Resume

DECEMBER

Friday, Dec. 15

Christmas Break Begins – Early Dismissal

Monday, Dec. 18 – Jan. 1

Christmas Break

JANUARY 2024

Tuesday, Jan. 2

Teacher Professional Learning Day (No School for students)

Wednesday, Jan. 3

Classes Resume for all students

Monday, Jan. 15

Martin Luther King Jr. Day – School Holiday

FEBRUARY

Monday, Feb. 19

Presidents’ Day – School Holiday

MARCH

Monday, March 4 - Friday, March 8

Spring Break

Friday, March 29

Good Friday – School Holiday

APRIL

Monday, April 1

Easter Monday – School Holiday

MAY

Saturday, May 18

Graduation, Class of 2024

Thursday, May 23

Last Day of School – Early Dismissal

Dates may be subject to change.

PEOPLE TO KNOW

Manning Weir Principal

manning.weir@hies.org

Jason Rutledge Assistant Principal for Academics jason.rutledge@hies.org

Marissa Ahern Assistant Principal for Students marissa.ahern@hies.org

Keith White Campus Director for Multicultural Affairs keith.white@hies.org

Adrienne Rowe Class of 2024 Dean adrienne.rowe@hies.org

Rebecca Rivera Class of 2025 Dean rebecca.rivera@hies.org

Nick Perrotta Class of 2026 Dean nick.perrotta@hies.org

Amanda Adams Class of 2027 Dean amanda.adams@hies.org

Counselors

A designated Guidance Counselor is also assigned to a grade level in partnership with advisors to support a student academically, socially and emotionally. Also note that a specific College Counselor is assigned to individual students during the spring semester of their sophomore year.

Dean

Teachers

Students will have a different teacher for each subject in a block schedule. Any questions about a subject-related concern can be directed to the teacher or department chair.

Advisor

The advisor spends four years with an advisory group usually composed of 14-16 students that meets regularly for Family Time and sits together during weekly Chapel.

The grade level dean is the person of contact for both students and parents. The dean assists with academic planning, conflict resolution and other focus areas for the class as a whole.

STUDENT SUPPORT

Rev. Dr. Stefanie Taylor Spiritual questions or support

Katie Cruce Student Wellness, Class of 2024 & 2027

Meg Kraner Student Wellness, Class of 2025 & 2026

Sarah Townsend US Learning Profile Plan Management

Jessica Ramm Counselors assigned spring of sophomore year

Carolyn Rankin Health/medical questions or support

Carmen Weissman Campus Life

Head Chaplain stefanie.taylor@hies.org

US Counselor katie.cruce@hies.org

US Counselor megan.kraner@hies.org

Director of Learning Resources sarah.townsend@hies.org

Director of College Counseling jessica.ramm@hies.org

US Nurse carolyn.rankin@hies.org

Director of Student Activities & Community Service carmen.weissman@hies.org

For early departures, late arrivals, planned absences and record requests, please email usattendance@hies.org.

Academic Department Chairs

History - Laurel Koontz - laurel.koontz@hies.org

English - Christopher Swann - chris.swann@hies.org

Math - Susan Harper - susan.harper@hies.org

Science - Jameela Reed - jameela.reed@hies.org

World Language - James Terry - james.terry@hies.org

Religion - Evan Bassett - evan.bassett@hies.org

Note: A limited number of student lockers are available in Groesbeck Hall and in the lower level of Main Gym.

YOUR LAPTOP

All HIES Upper School students are issued Apple MacBook Air laptops for academic use at school and home.

Exp E c TAT i O n S

» Bring your laptop to school with a fully charged battery. It is the student’s responsibility to keep the laptop secure when not in use.

» Demonstrate ethical use of technology; digital citizenship is a priority.

» The Laptop Program Student Agreement is available for review at www.hies.org/ academics/technology.

» To submit a ticket for tech support, visit https://hiestech. on.spiceworks.com/portal.

TWO ONLINE SYSTEMS YOU’LL USE

myHIES

Student Schedule

Report Cards/Grades/Records

Resources

Sports Pages

Parent Group Pages

hies.myschoolapp.com

CANVAS

Academic Class Pages

Gradebooks

Assignments

hies.instructure.com

Students will learn how to log into their myHIES and Canvas accounts at the beginning of the school year. Students will be assigned “@bearsmail.org” address. Parents may create a Canvas parent account to view course assignments and grades. See the Resources tab on myHIES for more information.

IMPORTANT PARTS OF THE DAY/WEEK

ADVISORY: (Meets weekly) Provides common programming and planned activities for groups of students with diverse interests who remain together over their four years.

CHAPEL: We gather as a community of students, faculty and staff in weekly chapel services that affirm both our Episcopal Christian traditions, as well as recognize religious diversity. We celebrate values that unite us, nurture the spiritual framework in our lives and celebrate God’s love for all people. Parents are welcome to attend.

FLEX PERIOD: A daily period for club meetings, assembly or advisory.

TUTORIAL/OFFICE HOURS: Teachers are available to meet with students before or after school, and by appointment.

UPPER SCHOOL SCHEDULE

» Note: A Four-Day schedule is implemented when a school holiday falls on a Monday or a Friday; schedules are subject to change.

CAMPUS SHOP

The HIES Campus Shop is open to Upper School students throughout the school day for a quick snack or beverage at the grab-and-go cafe. Limited school supplies available for purchase.

Additionally, families can purchase BearWear (outerwear) or other seasonal gift items. The Shop provides easy online ordering for selected merchandise avilable for pickup or shipping.

Speciality breakfast menu items are also available in the mornings, and other goodies are stocked during the holidays and during exam periods.

YOU CAN PURCHASE YOUR HIES SPIRIT WEAR, TIES AND OUTERWEAR AT THE CAMPUS SHOP!

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

The PEAK INSTITUTE guides student exploration of emerging interests and Passions through Experiential learning, Authentic tasks and Knowledge building, supported by a network of mentors and professionals.

COURAGE

• OPENNESS •

REFLECTION

•

EMPATHY

The journey outward is the journey inwards.

Global education at HIES is about developing a CORE mindset. The mission of the PK3-12 global education program is to prepare students who have knowledge, dispositions and skills to act ethically and creatively in the world.

Erik Vincent - Director of Global Education erik.vincent@hies.org

Elizabeth Scholz - Global Programs Coordinator elizabeth.scholz@hies.org

Heather Bradford Director of PEAK Institute heather.bradford@hies.org

Daniel Forrester Associate Director of PEAK Institute

daniel.forrester@hies.org

peak.hies.org

CAMPUS MAP

1. Stewart-Rathburn Family Alumni Hall Business, Development & Facilities

2. Alan A. Lewis Primary School

3. STEM Building (Upper School) HIES Administration, Admissions, Dining Hall

4. Groesbeck Hall Marketing + Communications, PEAK Institute, Immersive Theatre Screen, Program for Global Studies

5. Owen Family Quadrangle

6. Humanities Building (Upper School) US Administration, Campus Shop, Technology and IT Help Desk

7. Baker Field and Track

8. Main & Duncan Gymnasiums

9. “The Matt” Indoor Batting Cages

10. Baseball & Softball Field

11. Fred Rowan Family Middle School

12. Fine Arts Building

13. Dorothy Sullivan Lower School

14. Parish Hall

15. Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church

16. Pedestrian Tunnel Entrance

17. South Campus Turf Field

18. South Campus Practice Field

UPPER SCHOOL UNIFORM GUIDE

WHERE TO PURCHASE YOUR UNIFORM

New Uniforms

Dennis Uniforms (formerly Mills)

6348 Roswell Rd, Suite 10B

Sandy Springs, GA 30328

School Code: 3559

Gently Worn Uniforms

HIES Bear WearHouse

Terrace Level of Alumni Hall at HIES

Ties and Outerwear

HIES Campus Shop

un IFORM GRADES 9-11

» Grey Slacks or Khaki Shorts with HI Logo

UNIFORM

Non-Chapel Attire

» Plaid Skorts

» White or Black Polo with HI Logo

» Oxford White Button-Down with optional HI Logo

GRADE

12

» Grey Slacks or Khaki Shorts with HI Logo

» Grey Skorts

» Crimson or Black Polo with HI Logo

» Oxford White Button-Down with optional HI Logo

n OTES

Skorts and shorts must be hemmed according to the fingertip rule.* Only the top button of the polo may remain unbuttoned.

If wearing slacks or shorts, polos must be tucked in and a belt must be worn.

Oxford shirt, tie and uniform bottoms are required on all chapel days.

Chapel Attire

» Crimson and Pinstripe Tie/ Bow Tie

» Grey Slacks with HI Logo

» Plaid Skorts

» Crimson and Gold Stripe Tie/ Bow Tie

» Grey Slacks with HI Logo

» Grey Skorts

Oxford shirt must be tucked in and buttoned to the top button. Knot of the tie must be even with the top button. Shorts may not be worn on chapel days.

Outerwear

» Official HI Outerwear or solid color jacket, quarterzip sweater or sweatshirt.

» Official HI Outerwear or solid color jacket, quarterzip sweater or sweatshirt.

Official HI Outerwear includes items received in player packs, letter jackets, or spirit wear purchased from the Campus Shop. Solid colors permitted are black, white, grey, navy and crimson.

*Fingertip Rule: The hem of the skort or shorts should be no shorter than the end of the student’s longest fingertip when standing straight up, shoulders relaxed, and arms are extended down the sides of the body.

**Crimson must match the color of the crimson polo or tie. All other shades of red are not acceptable.

Belt

Shoes

Accessories (socks, tights, headbands)

CLOSED TOE AND HEEL

» Dress Shoes (< 2in heel)

» Tennis Shoes

» Boots (< 2in heel) IN SOLID…

» Black

» Brown

» White

» Grey

» Navy

» Crimson**

IN SOLID…

» Black

» Brown

» White

» Grey

» Navy

» Crimson**

CLOSED TOE AND HEEL

» Dress Shoes (< 2in heel)

» Tennis Shoes

» Boots (< 2in heel) IN SOLID…

» Black

» Brown

» White

» Grey

» Navy

» Crimson**

IN SOLID…

» Black

» Brown

» White

» Grey

» Navy

» Crimson**

n OTES

A belt must be worn with shorts or slacks.

No slippers or slides. Shoes must be solid. No patterns allowed. Minor accent colors must be in the listed allowed colors. Crocs and Crocs-style shoes may not be worn.

Tights may be worn under skorts. Sweatpants, yoga pants, hats, and scarves are not allowed.

Headbands should be no more than 2 inches in width.

Head coverings (larger than a 2-inch headband) must be approved by the administration.

CARPOOL

 M OR nin G cAR p OOL

» Please enter the campus using the driveway closest to the STEM Building and follow the driveway around to drop off students under Groesbeck Hall. The bell rings at 8:15 a.m. to begin the first class of the day. Campus opens at 7:45 a.m.

 A FTER n OO n cAR p OOL

» Daily dismissal is 3:00 p.m. Students can be picked up under Groesbeck Hall (same as morning drop off). Please do not use parking areas or other locations for pickup.

FAMILIES, PLEASE REFRAIN FROM CELL PHONE USE OF ANY KIND DURING CARPOOL FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR STUDENTS AND STAFF.

For more information on Bear Bus shuttle options, please contact Jessica Vance, Director of Auxiliary Services at jessica.vance@hies.org.

AUTOMOBILES AND PARKING

Only 11th and 12th grade licensed student drivers qualify for on-campus parking privileges. Students must register cars with the Assistant Principal for Students in order to receive a parking tag and parking assignment. Parking tags must be properly displayed.

HIES students who are exhibiting noble and commendable behaviors may have the opportunity to earn recognition in the form of a Merit, or Golden Bear Ticket, entitling the student to one of a number of privileges including a nonuniform day, or one free period. Students who violate any of Holy Innocents’ rules and expectations for behavior will be assigned a Demerit, and accumulations of such have varying consequences including detention and or a meeting with the disciplinary committee. Students who earn a Merit may also use it to have a Demerit removed.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

All students are required to complete a minimum of 15 service hours per year. Students will have the opportunity to engage in monthly service, athletic team or club group service and individual service projects both on and off campus. Community service hours are logged on x2VOL.

ATHLETICS

HIES offers a wide variety of opportunities for athletic participation. Most programs offer both varsity and junior varsity teams. You can check the Athletic pages on the HIES website for tryout dates and other information at www.athletics.hies.org.

FALL WInTER SpRInG

Cheerleading

Cross Country

E-Sports Football Softball

Volleyball

Basketball

Cheerleading

Diving

Swimming

Wrestling

Baseball Golf

Lacrosse

Soccer

Tennis

Track and Field

GO BEARS!

MEET THE COACHES

Tony Watkins Athletic Director tony.watkins@hies.org

Amanda Peckham Cheer amanda.peckham@hies.org

Nichole Dixon Girls Basketball nichole.dixon@hies.org

Britnee DeVries Girls Lacrosse britnee.devries@hies.org

Taylor Noland Volleyball taylor.noland@hies.org

Clayton Schmitt Girls Soccer ceschmi@emory.edu

Andrew Medlock Sports Medicine andrew.medlock@hies.org

Todd Winter Football todd.winter@hies.org

Mario Mays Boys Basketball mario.mays@hies.org

Patrick Ammons Boys Lacrosse patrick.ammons@hies.org

Stacey Davis Wrestling stacey.davis@hies.org

Tyler Santee Boys Soccer, E-Sports tyler.santee@hies.org

Cross Country & Track To be named soon.

Joseph Thomas Track & Field joseph.thomas@hies.org

Kristina Nesbitt Swimming kristina.nesbitt@hies.org

Ashton Williams Tennis Program Director ashton.williams@hies.org

Micayla Rood Softball micayla.rood@hies.org

Phillip Armijo Diving phillip.armijo@hies.org

Jason Rutledge Golf Program Director jason.rutledge@hies.org

Jeff Roland Baseball jeff.rosland@hies.org

FINE ARTS

HIES offers a vibrant, comprehensive fine and performing arts program with opportunities for students to explore in theatre, music, visual arts and media literacy.

THEATRE MuSIc VISuAL ARTS

Improv & Scenework

All Things Theatre

Production & Technique

Fall One Act Play Festival

Winter Musical

Band Orchestra Chorus

Music Production & Engineering

MEDIA LITERAcY

Drawing

Painting

Printmaking

Photography

Graphic Design

Coding

Game Design

Ceramics

Sculpture

Jewelry Design

Art History

Film & TV Production

Broadcast Journalism

Yearbook

MEET THE FINE ARTS TEACHERS

Heidi Domescik Director of Fine Arts heidi.domescik@hies.org

Elizabeth Lamback US Orchestra elizabeth.lamback@hies.org

Dorsey Sammataro Visual Arts dorsey.sammataro@hies.org

James Jackson Film & Broadcast Production j.jackson@hies.org

Mike Morin Assistant Director of Fine Arts mike.morin@hies.org

Justin Bowen US Chorus justin.bowen@hies.org

Eric Stetson US Music eric.stetson@hies.org

Maria Karres-Williams US Theatre maria.karreswilliams@hies.org

SOCIAL MEDIA

S O ci AL M ED i A / cELL pHO n ES

Use of cell phones is not permitted in class unless the teacher has specifically prescribed its use in an academic activity. Many students have private email and social media accounts. Parents are strongly encouraged to monitor and set expectations for appropriate digital citizenship.

Many social networking sites do not typically have an academic connection and are thus discouraged during school hours. Connections between students and faculty are strictly limited to applications that have a direct impact on day to day communications and teacher-driven academic activities. See further details in the US Student Handbook regarding prohibitions for social media and responsible cell phone usage.

STUDENT HEALTH

MAG nu S HEALTH

 All students must have a completed Magnus Health profile before they can attend school. See myHIES resources tab.

 Students cannot receive medication (Prescription/OTC) until parent permission completed in Magnus Health.

 Students cannot carry medications (Prescription/OTC) unless authorized by a HIES Nurse. EpiPens, inhalers and insulin can be carried by a student.

 If a student needs to take PRN medication during the school day, it must be kept in the clinic. Please complete the medication administration portion in Magnus.

 If your child has a specific condition that requires medical attention, please upload a MD signed Action Plan onto your student’s Magnus profile.

D Ru G Sc REE nin G in THE upp ER S c HOOL

In the Upper School, there is a program of random monthly drug testing with which all students must comply as a condition of enrollment in grades 9-12. With an emphasis on wellness, the school seeks to partner with families in ensuring that our students make healthy choices for themselves. For more details, please see the Student Handbook.

GET INVOLVED

 S T u DE n T Li FE

Information about activities including Homecoming Week, nonuniform days, assemblies and service opportunities is all shared in the daily announcements via bearsmail.

 S T u DE n T cO unci L , H O n OR cO unci L

The Student Council represents the voice and interests of the student body. Class Officers are elected and Committee Chairs are selected by application. The Honor Council members serve to uphold the principles of the Holy Innocents’ integrity and honor codes as role models in the school.

 cL u BS

There are a range of clubs with membership open to all HIES students. Students interested in joining Drumline, please contact roxanne.kerry@hies.org. See next page for examples.

G OLDE n B EAR pARE n T In VOLVEME n T

There are a variety of opportunities for parents to connect as members of the HIES community, including the Parents’ Association, the Fine Arts Alliance, the Crimson + Gold Booster Club and other affinity groups such as the Holy Innocents’ Cultural Awareness and Acceptance Partners (HICAAP) and the HIES Prayer Group among others. Please visit www.hies.org/ campus-life/parent-organizations or Instagram @hies_parents_ association to learn more.

Within the first quarter of school, parents are invited to attend Parent Night and Principal’s Coffees.

ACADEMIC DECATHLON ROBOTICS

BBQ CLUB

HONEY BEES CLUB

ASTRONOMY CLUB

DEVOS (DEVOTIONALS) & DONUTS BLACK STUDENTS UNION

GIRL TALK

Girl Talk utilizes peer-to-peer mentoring (Upper School to Middle School) to inspire girls to be confident leaders, within their communities.

TRIVIA CLUB

The Trivia Club wants to foster a love of learning in a fast-paced and competitive environment that tests students and teachers on their knowledge of trivial facts.

CLUB FAIR

Within the first few weeks of school, there is an Upper School Club Fair held for all grade levels. Students can learn about various club in one convenient location. This is also a great time for clubs to regroup and show their peers all that their club has to offer.

RHYME AND REASON

BAKINGFORCHARITY

BakingforCharityisaclubthatsupports variousorganizationsbyraising moneyordonatingbakedgoods. Memberswilltakepartinbake salesandbaketreatsforlocal firestations,hospitals,and shelters.Bakerscanalso sharefavoriterecipes andlearnnewskills!

ADVENTURES IN GAMING

The Adventures in Gaming club was created to allow students the opportunity to meet weekly and play various board and card games, with an emphasis on Euro-Styled games.

SERVICE CLUBS

Service Clubs offer opportunities to work with organizations like Trees

Atlanta, Solidarity Sandy Springs, Atlanta Humane Society and Make-a-Wish

Students can initiate new clubs with a faculty sponsor. Clubs fluctuate from year to year based on student leadership and interest.

Rhyme and Reason is the Upper School literary magazine. Through a yearly publication they aspire to actively promote creative writing and visual art with US students. Student members gather and edit submissions throughout the year to publish Rhyme and Reason each spring.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN UPPER SCHOOL

(from HIES Upper School students)

As a freshman, you need to get involved and spend the year focusing on you. Make sure to make lots of connections and get involved in the sports and clubs so you can find things you like. Freshman year can be scary, but its the year to try new things and try a lot of things. Figure yourself out and who you want to be.

Do all of your assignments and turn them in on time, get to know your teachers and sign up for lots of clubs because it’s a good way to get to know people and a good way to get involved.

Have confidence in yourself. Be intentional about what you display for others to see.

Find a schedule for yourself where you can get all your work done as early as possible without overworking yourself. However, the more you procrastinate, the more you’ll stress in the long run. Good luck!

Don’t be afraid to ask teachers for help or clarification with an assignment! It can save your grade and help you build a relationship with your teacher.

Build good study habits freshman year when your workload is the lightest because they will help in future years.