December 9, 2025

HHS Final Exams & End-of-Semester Updates

As we head into the final stretch of the semester, we want to ensure students and families have everything they need to finish strong.  Final exams begin on Wednesday, December 17. 

Please review the important information below, including final exam schedules, tutoring opportunities, test-taking tips, and details about semester grades and second-semester schedules.

Final Exams 

Wednesday, December 17

  • We will follow an altered bell schedule on Wednesday to accommodate 1st Hour and 2nd Hour final exams.  Dismissal is 1:55 PM. 

  • Final Exam Bell Schedule

Thursday, December 18 & Friday, December 19 – Half Days

Tutoring & Academic Support

We want every student to feel confident heading into final exams. In addition to teacher support during the school day, we are offering multiple tutoring opportunities after school over the next two weeks.

ML Tutoring (After School)

If students need help with homework, studying, or understanding a lesson, ML tutoring is available from 3:00–4:00 PM:

  • Mondays with Ms. Huitema in B2240

  • Tuesdays & Thursdays with Ms. Brenda and Mr. V in Mrs. Schenk’s room (C1236)

Book Nook Tutoring

Students can also stop by the Book Nook for extra support:

3:05–4:05 PM

  • Monday: Math & Science

  • Tuesday: Math & English/Writing

  • Thursday: Math & General Coursework

Students can drop in—no sign-up needed.

Test-Taking Tips for Students

Here are a few practical strategies we encourage students to review as they prepare:

  • Get organized: Create a study plan to review material over several days.

  • Use active strategies: Quiz yourself, rewrite notes, explain the material to someone else, and practice problems.

  • Ask questions: Teachers are available—don’t wait to ask for help.

  • Rest well: A good night’s sleep improves memory and focus.

  • Manage test anxiety: Use calming strategies like deep breathing or positive self-talk.

Check out more Test-Taking Tips by clicking the link. 

Semester Grades

Semester Final grades will be posted and available to view on Infinite Campus (Parent Portal) on Monday, December 22. 

These are semester grades, which:

  • Appear on a student’s official transcript

  • Factor into the student’s GPA

  • Impact academic eligibility and future opportunities

We encourage every student to dedicate their best effort to preparing for exams.

Careerline Tech Center (CTC)

  • Wednesday, 12/17: Last day of CTC. Students are released at 10:45 AM. When they arrive at HHS, they will have study time in the Commons.

  • Thursday, 12/18: CTC students should report to HHS by 9:20 AM for their 4th hour exam.

    • If they arrive earlier, they may study in the Commons.

Early College (Davenport & Hope College Courses)

  • Early College students are not required to be on campus during an exam hour if they would normally be in a college course during that time, as college classes end on December 12th.

  • If students choose to be at school, they must stay in the Commons during those hours.

  • Students are expected to report to their high school class whenever that class is scheduled for a final exam.

Semester 2 Schedules & Course Corrections

  • Students can view their Semester 2 schedules in Infinite Campus beginning Monday, December 15.

  • Students will also receive a link to the Course Correction Form if they identify an error in their schedule.  Your counselor will review this form and contact you. 

  • The course correction window will be open:

    • The final week of Semester 1, and

    • The first three days of Semester 2


Let's Finish Strong!
We are proud of the hard work our students have shown this semester. Final exams are a chance to demonstrate growth, confidence, and mastery. Encourage students to stay focused, use available supports, and make the most of these important final instructional days.

We look forward to ending the semester well and starting 2025 with great success!