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April 1, 2022
Newspaper 3rd period Editors: Shiloh Ortiz, Sherlyn Mar, Lacie Marez, Achilleas Moreno, Linda Quevedo, Cayla Pena, Mia Reyna, Kaylah Jimenez, Veronica Burmias and Nathan Trevino. Newspaper 5B Editors: Alik Brown, Nadia Maldonado, Ty Mattingly, Isaiah Medrano, Elaiza Nunez, Nathan Perez, Zoe Reyes, Mariana Ruiz, Alexis Morrisey, Abigail Sanchez and Adrian Castillo. 
Maximo State Bound
On Wednesday, March 2nd, competitors at the last powerlifting meet were Daniela Maximo, Brianna Salazar, Valerie Garza, Elyda Longoria, Sarahi Rodriguez, Demi Lopez, and Tori Medina. The meet ended with Daniela Maximo finishing 3rd and qualifying for the State Meet. Her lifts were 290 pound Squat, 135 pound bench press, and 280 pound deadlift totaling 705 pounds.
Ecology Students Spruce Up The Garden
On February 28, 2022, Harlingen South's Ecology club beautifies the butterfly garden. Danny Yuepell and Isaac Giraud add soil to plant flowers for the butterflies. Yafah Russek, is hard at work shoveling and removing weeds. Valeria Bautista picks up dry branches and litter to make space for new gardens.
Making A Splash
February 28th Harlingen South's water polo team played against Harlingen High at the Aquatics Center. Girls played a amazing game with the score of 6-3, beating Harlingen High. 
Lunch N Learn
UTRGV Library kicked off our new Lunch and Learn series. They shared important research and study skills needed to succeed in college. The sessions will take place in the library and students can pick up a pass in Room 301. This is a collaboration between South College and Career and South Library.
Humane Society Donation
NHS and Hawks for Christ members joined forces to gather donations for the Humane Society of Harlingen. Thank you to all who contributed! NHS members presented a check in the amount of $345!
Getting Ready
Herff Jones was at the South cafeteria entry Tuesday, March 1st distributing cap and gowns for 2022 South seniors. Don't forget to pick up yours before it's too late. Another date for distribution is scheduled for the Wednesday after Spring Break. For more details and information go to www.highschool@herffjones.com
 
Pampered Pooches
The purpose of "Pampered Pooches" is to address basic veterinary assistant skills. The lab provides services to employees twice a month for a nominal fee. this service will benefit all students enrolled in Pre-Veterinary Academy. Students are instructed in client relations, recording animal health history, proper techniques for examination of coat and skin conditions, basic anatomy, bathing procedures, brushing, care of ears, nails, and proper sanitation. students are also introduced to business management principals. They are responsible for developing and operating budget and marketing, purchasing and maintaining inventory, and rendering service while maintaining customer satisfaction.
Jalapeno 100K Bike Ride
NHS sponsored a water stop at Jalapeño 100k Bike Ride on Saturday, February 26th. NHS members passed out water and snacks to cyclists at 22 miles (station 3) in Raymondville.
A Night In New Orleans
King & Queen 
Salahu-Ddeen Badiru & Anjanette Aguado
Senior & Junior Courts
Sophomore Court
Coronation Court: (Bottom Photo) Caleb Davis, Samantha Pitts, Jeremiah Cano, Mckaylee Ledesma, Salahu-Ddeen Badiru, Anjanette Auguado, Mary Charvat, Alek Araguz, Emily Ruiz, Jacob Cano
 

PAC Performance

The performing arts students from Harlingen South will perform for One Act play on March 5th. The play consists of 6 actors and is called "The Things I know to Be True", the team will compete in their first round of district very soon. They need to make it through 5 rounds to qualify for state. The group has made it to state before and are excited to compete again!

South Basketball Celebrates With Tradition

The boys varsity basketball team won the Bi-district championship title on Wednesday, February 23, and celebrated by cutting the net. They finished 2nd overall with an amazing record of 9-5.

PTSA March Students of the Month

Congratulations to seniors Patricia Garza and Sarahi Rodriguez for being selected as March's PTSA Students of the Month! These students excel academically and in extracurricular activities. We wish them the best in all of their future endeavors!

All senior PTSA members are eligible to apply for South’s PTSA Student of the Month and for PTSA scholarships. Students, parents, and staff may join South's PTSA online at https://www.joinpta.org.

Gear Up Tours

Our GEAR UP students had the opportunity to tour the Automotive, Welding, and Wind Tech programs at TSTC. Each instructor was able to share the benefits their program offered and , most importantly, the many career opportunities that awaits them after completing their program of choice. THANK YOU to Raul Luevano (Automotive-Program Maintenance Specialist), Manuel Ahumada (Welding Instuctor), and Patrick Zoerner (Wind Engery Technology Instructor) for taking the time to speak to our students from Harlingen South. 

Robotics Season Begins

Harlingen High School South FTC robotics team #11157 Servo Hawks are getting ready for their upcoming competition. We wish them the best this robotics season!

Cosmetology Student State Bound

Congratualtions to Laila Escorza who received 2nd place in the SkillsUSA cosmetology competition and will advance to state! 🥈 🎉 #HawkPride #AStepAbove

1st Place Armed Drill Team

Congratulations to the Mighty Hawk AFJROTC for winning 9 trophies including the 1st place Armed Drill Team three times in a row and 1st place for the Armed Color Guard!

Air Force JROTC Cadets Recognized 

Harlingen South Air Force JROTC executive leaders Lieutenants Samuel Nieto, Aerin Perkins, and Yadira DeJesus presented appreciation portraits to Cameron County Precinct 4 employees for their unselfish act and services to our cadets at the Air Fiesta event. Pct. 4 employees all had positive words to describe the high character traits and values displayed by the cadets. Master Sgt. Tsukano said, "The unselfish volunteerism of the representatives of Cameron County Precinct 4: Mike Vasquez, Joshua Trevino, and Jose Zavala for our students is a testament to enduring community commitment to our cadets during difficult times."
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Upcoming Events 
Friday 4/1: Softball HHS @ South 6:30p.m. 
Baseball San Benito @ South 6:30p.m. 
Saturday 4/2: Tutorials: AP/EOC 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m. 
Monday 4/4: School Librarian Appreciation Day 
PTSA Meeting 6:00p.m. in Teachers' Lounge 
Monday-Friday 4/4-8: National Assistant Principle Appreciation Week 
Tuesday 4/5: STAAR EOC ENGLISH 1 RT 
Softball San Benito @ South 6:30p.m. 
Baseball Donna North @ South 6:30p.m. 
Tuesday-Wednesday 4/5-6: Prom Nominations 
Thursday 4/7: STAAR EOC ENGLISH 2 
Thursday 4/7: Prom Elections 
District track Meet at Weslaco 
Friday 4/8: Softball South @ Donna North 6:30p.m. 
Baseball South @ Donna North 5:00p.m. 
Saturday 4/9: Tutorials: AP/EOC 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m. 
District Track Meet at Weslaco 
Monday 4/11: Due-IPR Grades for 4th QTR Week 3 
Tuesday 4/12: Softball Rivera @ South 6:30p.m. 
Baseball South @ Brownsville Rivera 6:30p.m. 
Wednesday 4/13: Character Strong Session 15: Stress and Coping, pt 2 
Thursday 4/14: Gear Up Leadership Conference for 10th graders 
Softball South @ Weslaco 6:30p.m. 
Baseball Brownsville Rivera @ South 6:30p.m. 
Progress Reports Issued to 1st period classes 
Friday-Monday 4/15-18: Holiday 
Tuesday-Friday 4/19-22: EOY MAP Growth Testing ALG 2, GEOM
Tuesday 4/19: Softball Los Fresnos @ South 6:30p.m. 
Baseball Weslaco @ South 6:30p.m. 
Friday 4/22: Baseball South @ Weslaco 6:30p.m. 

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