School Safety Update

Following an incident in the community this weekend, there have been rumors about possible related violence at local high schools today.

While we have no specific threat to our schools or students at this time, we want to reassure our students and families that we take any possible threat to our students' safety very seriously. We are taking every precaution to protect our students from any possible danger.

School is proceeding normally today and - in keeping with our School Safety Plan - we are working closely with police to ensure student safety.

Law enforcement agencies are increasing patrols around our schools today, access to our campuses is closely monitored, and administration and staff are being extra vigilant in watching for any signs of danger.

If you have any concerns or information you would like to share, you can call your school office to speak with an administrator.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Health Alert: Pertussis (Whooping Cough) at Hanford West High School

Hanford West High School students may have been exposed to pertussis (whooping cough): There is one confirmed case of pertussis at Hanford West High School.

Pertussis is an infection that affects the airways and is easily spread from person to person by coughing or sneezing. Its severe cough can last for weeks or months, sometimes leading to coughing fits and/or vomiting. Anyone can get pertussis, but it can be very dangerous for infants and people with weakened immune systems. Family members with pertussis, especially mothers, can spread pertussis to newborns.

 Recommendations:

1. If your child has a cough: 
• Keep your child home from school and activities, such as sports or play groups. See items 4 and 5 about when your child can return to these activities. 
• Make an appointment with your child’s doctor as soon as possible and tell the doctor that your child may have been exposed to pertussis. 
2. If your child has been told by a doctor that they have a weakened immune system ask your child’s doctor to prescribe antibiotics to your child as soon as possible to prevent pertussis. Antibiotics should be given to a child with a weakened immune system if they may have been exposed to pertussis, even if he or she is not coughing.
3. If your child lives with any of the following people and may have been exposed to pertussis, ask your child’s doctor to prescribe antibiotics as soon as possible to your child, even if he or she is not coughing: 
• A woman who is pregnant
• An infant younger than 12 months old
• Anyone with a weakened immune system
4. If your child has been diagnosed with pertussis by his or her doctor: 
• Tell the school that your child has been diagnosed with pertussis. 
• School officials may request that you keep your child home from school and activities, such as sports or play groups, until your child has been on antibiotics for five days to treat pertussis.
• Ask your child’s doctor for a note that states your child has pertussis. 
5. If your child’s doctor says your child does NOT have pertussis:
• Ask for a note from the doctor telling the school that your child’s cough is NOT pertussis and that your child can return to school and other activities at any time. 

Please make sure your family’s vaccinations are up-to-date.

Protection against pertussis from the childhood vaccine, DTaP, decreases over time. Older children and adults, including pregnant women, should get a pertussis booster shot called “Tdap” to protect themselves and infants near or around them.

If you need the “Tdap” vaccine, contact your doctor or call the Kings County Health Department at 584-1401 to find a vaccine provider near you.

 If you have any questions or concerns contact the Kings County Health Department at the number above or the School Nurse at 559-583-5902, ext. 4027.

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HW will host Military Academy Night Thursday

Hanford West High School and Congressman David G. Valadao present 

U.S. Military Academy Information Night 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. September 25. 

Open to all high school and middle school students!

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Festival of Hope Sept 27

The Tulare and Kings Counties Suicide Prevention Task Force will host the fifth annual Festival of Hope from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. September 27 in Tulare:

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Families invited to "Rachel's Challenge"

Come hear the inspiring true story about one girl’s dream to change the world.

While her life was tragically cut short during the Columbine High School shooting on April 20, 1999, Rachel Joy Scott’s shining example of kindness and compassion was not defeated that day. Come hear the inspiring true story of one girl’s dream being fulfilled over a decade after her death. The presentation is a powerful reminder of the little things we can do every day to make our world a better place.

6 p.m. September 17 Hanford West High School Cafeteria
6 p.m. September 18 Stratton L. Tarvin Presentation Center

Recommended Audience: 6th grade and up

 Co-Sponsored by the Hanford Education Foundation

  www.rachelschallenge.org

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EVENTO COMUNITARIO Anote su calendario!

Ven a escuchar la historia inspiradora actual del sueño de una niña para cambiar el mundo.

Aunque su vida fue interrumpida trágicamente durante el tiroteo en la Escuela Secundaria Columbine el 20 Abril 1999, el ejemplo brillante de bondad y la compasión de Rachel Joy Scott no fueron derrotados ese día. Ven a escuchar la historia inspiradora actual de como el sueño de una niña se está cumpliendo más de una década después de su muerte. Esta presentación es un recordatorio poderoso de las pequeña cosas que podemos hacer todos los días para hacer nuestro mundo un lugar mejor.

6 p.m. Septiembre 17 Cafetería de la Escuela Hanford West High
6 p.m. Septiembre 18 Centro de Presentación de Tarvin en la Escuela Hanford High
6 p.m. Septiembre 19 Gimnasio de la Escuela Sierra Pacific High

Se recomiende Audiencia del grado sexto en adelante

Co-Patrocinado por la Fundación de Educación de Hanford

Para más información sobre el Desafío de Rachel visite su sitio del internet al www.rachelschallenge.org

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Notice of Intention to Amend a Conflict of Interest Code

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT OR AMEND A CONFLICT-OF-INTEREST CODE

 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hanford Joint Union High School District intends to adopt or amend a conflict-of-interest code pursuant to Government Code Section 87300 and 87306. Pursuant to Government Code Section 87302, the code will designate employees who must disclose certain investments, income, interests in real property and business positions, and who must disqualify themselves from making or participating in the making of governmental decisions affecting those interests.

 A written comment period has been established commencing on Monday, September 8, 2014 and terminating on Wednesday, October 22, 2014. Any interested person may present written comments concerning the proposed code no later than Wednesday, October 22, 2014 to the Hanford Joint Union High School District, 823 W. Lacey Blvd., Hanford, CA 93230. No public hearing on this matter will be held unless any interested person or his or her representative requests no later than 15 days prior to the close of the written comment period, a public hearing. The Hanford Joint Union High School District has prepared a written explanation of the reasons for the designations and the disclosure responsibilities and has available all of the information upon which its proposal is

A conflict-of-interest code is being adopted to identify the officials that make or participate in making governmental decisions. 

Copies of the proposed code and all of the information upon which it is based may be obtained from the Hanford Joint Union High School District, 823 W. Lacey Blvd., Hanford, CA 93230. Any inquiries concerning the proposed code should be directed to Donna Stout, Secretary to the Superintendent at 559.583.5901, extension 3101.

Don't Forget! Kings County College Night is Sept 11

HJUHSD juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend the 2014 Kings County College Night at 6:30 p.m. Sept 11 at the Hanford West High School Event Center. Students and families will have the chances to meet with representatives from more than 100 colleges and universities as well as military recruiters and to learn more about their options after high school.

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HHS Blood Drive Sept 9

The Hanford High School Partnership Academy will host a blood drive in the HHS Old Gym from 8 a .m. to noon September 9. Donors must be at least 16 years old and in good health. The blood drive will be open to the public.

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