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Welcome.

- We value each individual. We believe one person can make a difference.
- We value the process of learning. We believe knowledge is power and the journey is the reward.
- We believe that each member of our learning community is vital to our success.
- We value the diverse contributions of each member of our learning community.
- We believe people learn best from each other in heterogeneous, collaborative groupings.
- We value the differences and similarities of the human spirit and the people of the world. We believe that we are all linked in some way.
- We value effective communication and creative problem solving skills. We believe in the importance of understanding each other and our world.
- We value challenges. We believe that anything worth doing requires passion, persistence, commitment, calculated risk-taking and creativity.
- We value respect, responsibility, reflective thinking, accountability, flexibility, kindness, resourcefulness, generosity and integrity. We believe in moral and ethical behavior.
- We value a supportive, caring and safe environment. We believe in multiple perspectives for all of our students.
- We value our local and global communities. We believe in embracing our responsibilities as contributing members to our communities through responsible and informed decision making and through community service.
- We value a community of practice.
- We believe collectively that every child will succeed.

Latest News.

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First Day of School

The first day of school for all students is Wednesday, September 4. All students must report to the Lower Auditorium during their appointed time to pick up vital documents.
The first day of academic classes is Thursday, September 5th.
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First Day of Classes

The first day of academic classes is Thursday, September 5. All students should report to school during their first period class. For students who were not able to pick up their program prior, please arrive to school at 8:00 am to pick it up.  Alternatively, you may download or view your schedule in your NYCSA account.
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Attention Seniors!

All Seniors MUST report to Health Professions on Thursday, June 27 in order to pick up their High School Diploma, Report Card, and return school items. Please click below to see your appointment time.
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Saturday Regents Tutoring

Saturday Regents Tutoring will take place on 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15. Click this article for more information.
PTA Hybrid meeting  Wednesday June 5, 2024 5pm  HPHS Library & Zoom

June PTA Meeting/ Elections

Hello HPHS Families!
Friendly reminder our next PTA Hybrid meeting on Wednesday June 5, 2024 at 5pm in HPHS Library & Zoom!
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CLEP Exams

Are you an HPHS student that wants to take a CLEP exam? If so, click on this article to sign up for test administration here at Health Professions.
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The Viper Times

The Student Council proudly presents The Viper Times, Volume 4 issue 4.
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Environmental Club

Congratulations to Mr. Arguelles and our Environmental Club! Together with Teens for Food Justice, the club installed the first two of five hydroponic stations!
Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences

Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences

Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, May 23 (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm) . Please click this article to schedule your meeting.

School Stats.

  • $2.8 Million In Grants and Scholarships
  • 98% Graduation Rate
  • 1,100 AP Exams Administered
  • 50+ Clubs and Teams Offered

Upcoming Events

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Mission & Vision.

We are dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment at the high school for health professions and human services. We prepare our students to enter higher education and the world of health care by maintaining challenging academic standards and integrating education into professional settings so that they acquire scientific knowledge, ethics, integrity and compassion.