What is Caroline Coffey's Favorite Book?

The HHS Library is running a new series, in which we interview students and staff about their favorite books. If you are interested in participating, please see Ms. Fournier or Ms. Belcher. We'd love to know what you're reading!

This week's featured staff member is HHS senior, Caroline Coffey!

Q: "Caroline, what is your favorite book of all time?"

A: "To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee."

Q: "Why is To Kill a Mockingbird your favorite book? And when did you first read it?"

A: "I read this book when I was in 8th grade. It is my favorite book because I really liked Scout and was impressed by how strong of a character she was at such a young age. I also liked the character of Atticus, and how he stood up and defended his client when nobody else would. At the time, it made me think I might want to become a lawyer some day. Reading this book also made me feel thankful that I live in a more tolerant society than the one in which the novel is set."

Q: "Would you recommend the book to others?"

A: "Definitely, because it is a great read! All high school students should be required to read this book!"

Thank you to Caroline, for being our first student interviewee! Happy reading everyone!

What is Mr. Hanna's Favorite Book?

The HHS Library is launching a new series, in which we interview students and staff about their favorite books. If you are interested in participating, please see Ms. Fournier or Ms. Belcher. We'd love to know what you're reading!

This week's featured staff member is Assistant Principal, Mr. Hanna!

Q: "Mr. Hanna, what is your favorite book of all time?"

A: "Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. It is a story of a student visiting a former teacher of his, years after working together. The story acts, in many ways, as an outline to what the important things in life are."

Q: "Why is Tuesdays with Morrie your favorite book? And when did you first read it?"

A: "This is my favorite book because I have revisited the messages in it regularly for the past 20 years. I read it as a freshman in college. I bought it, and read it, from start to finish at a Papa Gino's restaurant. It has served as a reminder to me to focus on the important things in life no matter how hectic things become."

Q: "Why would you recommend the book to others?"

A: "I would recommend this book to anyone as an opportunity for self-reflection, and a reminder of where to focus your attention as you work through life. Having read hundreds of books throughout my life, Tuesdays with Morrie stands alone as an experience. I looked at life a particular way before reading that book, and I believe I looked and acted in life in a more meaningful way after finishing."

Thank you to Mr. Hanna, for being our first interviewee! Happy reading everyone!

Movie Night at the HHS Library

The HHS Library is hosting another movie night, this Wednesday 12/3 @ 6:30pm. Join us for some holiday-themed movies, and a seasonal craft! All are welcome!

December Newsletter

The December issue of the library newsletter is now available!

The Makerspace in Action!

Still curious about what goes on in the Makerspace? See this video Mr. Haas put together, of HHS students Lauren and Mishti creating a masterpiece!

NaNoWriMo

November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)! NaNoWriMo occurs every November, and challenges aspiring writers to complete an entire novel in just 30 days. The Young Writers Program (YWP) encourages those 17-and-under participants to set reasonable, yet challenging, individual word-count goals. Think you've got what it takes? Sign up here. And don't forget to check out some of these great resources!

November's New Books

New books have arrived at the HHS Library! Don't have time to stop by and browse? Take a peek at our Pinterest boards to see some of the new titles here. See one you like? Send Mrs. Fournier or Mrs. Belcher an email and reserve your copy. With the long holiday weekend coming up, it's the perfect time to enjoy some new books!