2/7 - AFJROTC Drill Meet

2/9-2/13 - Spirit Week

2/11 - Blood Drive at Hayes

2/12 - Parent-Teacher Conferences

2/16-2/17 No School - Presidents Day

2/25 - All City Orchestra Concert

2/28 - Dance Through the Decades

2/27 - Hayes Local Scholarship Deadline 3:00pm (note corrected date)

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

23rd ANNUAL DELAWARE COUNTY AFJROTC DRILL MEET

February 7, 2026

Hayes is proud to host the 23rd Annual Drill Competition Saturday February 7th. Competition starts at 8:00am. Hayes is competing against 16 schools across Central Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana and Michigan.

Free Entry and concessions and numerous vendors will be on site.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

February 12th 3:00pm to 6:45pm

There are 2 ways to schedule your Parent-Teacher Conferences for February 12th:

Complete the Parent Teacher Conference Request Form

OR

Call Hayes at 740-833-1010, ext 1016

Conferences can be scheduled for In-Person, Telephone or Virtual.

The Delaware City Schools Educator Academy will be a 1 or 2 year career pathway opportunity for students interested in pursuing a profession in an education-related career such as K-12 Teaching, school psychology, speech-language pathology, or school paraprofessional careers. 

See the Educator Academy Information Sheet more course information, sample careers, and Industry credentials.

Questions about Educator Academy? Please reach out to Sarah Heald at healdsa@delawarecityschools.net

Blood Drive at Hayes February 11

"Are you looking for a way to spread love and joy this Valentine's Day? Give the gift of life with a blood donation! Hayes is hosting a blood drive February 11, and all students 17 and over are invited to participate. If you are 16, you may also participate with a Parent Consent Form Enjoy cookies and receive a flower and $20 gift card as a thank you for your donation!

Click here to sign up, and email Sydney Kiess at kiesssy-k12@delawarecityschools if you have any questions."

Scroll through the PROM 2026 FAQ's for all things Prom!

Guest forms can be found HERE or in the main office.

Seniors should be working on scholarship applications over the next couple of months. All scholarships are posted in SchooLinks. Students should login with their Hayes Google Login or Clever Login. Once in SchooLinks, click on the College icon and then Scholarship Matching.

The Hayes local scholarships will be due February 27th by 3 PM to Ms. Pollard in the Counseling Office (Note Corrected Date).  Here is a cheat sheet of these scholarships, with direct links to the scholarship applications to help simplify the process. (Just click on the scholarship name to download the application.)  

The Delaware County Foundation just posted all of their scholarships, which will be due February 28th. The application is online. Be sure to list Ms. Pollard as your counselor on the application.

Also, check out the Marion Community Foundation Scholarships, which are due February 10th. The application is online. Be sure to list Ms. Pollard as your counselor on the application.

Also, check out the Columbus Community Foundation Scholarships, which are due March 1st. The application is online. Be sure to list Ms. Pollard as your counselor on the application.

A really nice cheat sheet of all scholarships is HERE.

YouScience Brain Challenges and Class Scheduling

Current sophomores/juniors will have taken the YouScience brain challenges on Clever as part of their English career unit. These incredibly powerful tests highlight what a student is innately good at, as well as what aligns with their interests. Students can compare Hayes career pathways to the careers that show up for them and schedule accordingly.

Students are cordially invited to an admissions event for the United States Military Academy. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about West Point, life as a Cadet, and our application process. Register to reserve your place for this great opportunity to learn more about the Academy.

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Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM
• Location: 
• St Charles Preparatory School
• 2010 E Broad St
• Columbus, OH  43209-1665

REGISTER HERE!

During the Admissions Presentation, we will discuss:

1. What West Point Offers: Learn why West Point stands as a premier institution for leadership development, academic excellence, and character growth.
2. Life as a Cadet: Gain insights into the daily life of a West Point Cadet, including academics, athletics, and leadership training.
3. The Application Process: Understand the steps to apply to West Point and gather valuable tips to enhance your application.



Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot at the event and register as soon as possible.

Atlas Butler Summer Internship

Atlas Butler Heating Cooling Plumbing has a 3-week paid internship opportunity beginning summer break. See the attached Atlas Butler Internship 2026 for a program overview and application.

Explore Future Career Opportunities in Engineering & Manufacturing– Join Us for a Special Parent Event!

Families of middle or high school students who are interested in learning more about the future- ready skills are invited to attend the next installment of the Delaware Area Career Center's "Future of Work" series, held Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 6-7 p.m. at DACC. This free, community event will begin with a look at regional workforce trends and end with a panel discussion featuring local employers representing the Engineering & Manufacturing industries. It will offer parents a comprehensive look at what's next in these respective career fields, featuring fresh data and insights from local industry leaders. If you're a family with an eye toward the future and are thinking about ‘future ready skills’ for your student, this is a can't-miss event. If you can’t make the in-person event on Feb. 11, join us for a virtual event on Feb. 18.  Learn more & Register here and See the full agenda here. 

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