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Point Earning Opportunities (Spring Term 22/23)

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   The easiest way to help out your house and show your lion’s pride is to earn points! There are lots of ways you can do this so you’re bound to find some that play to your strengths.

 

  In this post, I’ll give you a brief run-down of the regular point earning opportunities available to you. Whenever a new one opens up throughout the term, we’ll post it as a reply so keep checking back!

 

 The first and most obvious is to take part in classes. All classes will give you the chance to earn 300 points in a term through homework and extra credit. If you take several classes (even if you don’t have the time for the maximum of 5 every term), those homework points soon mount up to quite a tidy haul.

 

Class sign-up opened on the 1st of February 2023 and will remain open until the 20th of May, so remember to put your name down for the classes that interest you and get sending in that homework! (It’s always a good idea to keep an eye on the individual assignment deadlines so that you don’t run out of time or put too much pressure on yourself)

 

  The next are the creative projects offered each month by the Library and art departments. If you enjoy getting artsy or brushing up on your writing, visit the 'Departments' tab on the main website. Don't be shy: your submissions are anonymous during the rating period. You can get started by going to your profile and telling everyone 'How you Got Into Harry Potter' in the designated section - that will earn you a cool 10 points!

 

  Finally there's the HOL Newspaper, the HOwLer. This is a great chance to earn plenty of points by writing about what interests you. If articles and reviews aren’t your thing, it will also offer creative prompts and the chance to submit your own puzzles, graphics and more. Keep an eye on the Newspaper section of the main HOL Forum for updates about the latest issue.

https://hol.org.uk/forum/viewforum.php?f=612

 

  Throughout the term, there will be unique and exciting activities to take part in which will give you the chance to earn points along the way. Remember to check the replies to this thread for announcements and reminders about anything that might be occurring!

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New term, new chances to earn points!

 

The Departments are always a great place to be. This month, the Library are asking you to create an entry from Cupid’s diary and to solve the mystery of what happened to the groundhog’s shadow. The Art Department are inviting you to design your own kite and send a card to someone special in your life. All prompts are worth up to 20 points each, so that’s a possible 80 in all!

Art Deadline: 28 February

Library Deadline: 9 March

 

The school newspaper, The HOwLer, is open for submissions! The theme is ‘Little Kindnesses’ and you’d certainly be doing one if you contributed. Remember you can submit articles, opinion pieces, puzzles, ads, artwork, creative writing and more. There are 60 points up for grabs, so get yourself over to the HOL forum to get your ideas approved.

Deadline: 31 March

 

Let's go, Gryffindor, let's go!

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March is well underway and there are lots of points to be earned around the castle, so let's get right to it!

 

First up, have you ever wanted to be a Triwizard champion? Well, now's your chance. The Triwizard Tournament is taking place right now on the HOL Forum. Prove yourself in 3 tricky tasks and earn glory, awards, beans  and95 house points!

Deadline: 31st March

 

The Howler is still open for submissions for the 'Little Kindnesses' issue. Whether you like writing, creating graphics or puzzling up a storm, there's bound to be a way to contribute that suits you. And with 60 points available, it's really a golden opportunity. Head to the HOL Forum for more information.

Deadline: 31st March

 

Go test out our fabulous new navigation menu by visiting the Departments! You'll find them under 'Castle and Grounds' now. The Library Department are inviting you on a trip to Wonderland and asking you how people would mark a day named in your honour. The Art Department are asking you to decorate a lantern for National Panda Day and put your own imaginative spin on what the HOL gardens look like in springtime.

Art Deadline: 1st April

Library Deadline: 9th April

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Hey there, Lions!

We’re almost to May already! There’s still plenty of time to finish your classes, earn points and snag yourself some awards but make sure you don’t leave it all until the last minute - stress is no fun.

Gryffindor is still lagging behind a little in the cup race and we need every single point we can get to try to narrow the gap. I know we can do it but only if each and every one of you helps us along in whatever way you can. Even if you only have time to earn a few points here and there, it all adds up and will help us to end the year on a high note.

Let’s go, Gryffindor, let’s go!

 

Now, speaking of points…

There are department projects to complete! The Art Department are asking you to create a birthday card for the Weasley twins and to share your plans for spring break. Over in the Library it appears to be raining money (why? You decide!) and there are some mysterious bunnies popping up. All the current projects are worth 20 points, so there’s 80 available in total!

Art Deadline: 30th April

Library Deadline: 6th May

 

The Howler’s latest theme is ‘Whirlwind Adventure’, so grab your map and lets go! Whether you like writing, creating art or devising your own puzzles, you’ll find something to suit. If you’re stuck for inspiration, why not check out The Idea Bank? Remember that each issue gives you the chance to earn up to 60 points!

Deadline: 20th June

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New month, new points opportunities!

 

Have you ever wondered what’s written in the stars? Well, head over to the HOL forum and join in on ‘The Incredible World of Zodiac Signs’ to find out. There are fun tasks to complete and 80 points to be earned!

Deadline: 31st May

 

And over in the departments, The Art Department are inviting you to weave some flower crowns in honour of May Day and celebrate an ancient Greek goddess. There’s a few more days to join in on those magical Library Department projects I told you about last time and I’m sure there will be new ones to get stuck into after that.

Library Deadline: 6th May

Art Deadline: 31st May

 

And don’t forget The Howler! Embark on a whirlwind adventure by submitting to the final issue of the school year. I can’t wait to see what you come up with.

Deadline: 20th June

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We're into the last stretch of the term!

Remember that most classes have a final deadline of the 15th of June (though some can be a few days earlier or later), so make sure you're not leaving everything too last minute.

We're still lagging a little behind in the cup standings but with a concerted effort, I'm sure we can give everyone a run for their money. Whatever you can do, even if it's just sending in a single assignment,  is a huge help. Let's finish this year in a blaze of glory. Let's go, Gryffindor, let's go!

 

If you finish your homework and want to earn some last minute points, get yourself over to the Howler area of the main HOL forum. The final issue of the school year (theme: Whirlwind Adventure) is open for submissions until the 20th of June, so there's a small window to squeeze in a few articles, puzzles or creative pieces. You can earn yourself another 60 points and that's definitely worth having!

Deadline: 20th June

 

This month's department projects won't finish until after this school year wraps up but if you'd like to get a head start on point earning for next year, make sure you head over to check them out!

 

The Art Department are asking you to create a celebration for the 7th years who are about to finish up their HOL education and then head off to the beach. The Library Department are asking you to describe a family reunion and your own personal trip of a lifetime. Exciting stuff!

Art Deadline: 30th June

Library Deadline: 8th July

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Fancy getting a head start on point earning for next year?

Head over to the HOL Forum and join in with Castle Clean-up. It’s all about the little, magical jobs the professors and house elves get to do when the school is empty over the summer. It’s an enchanting way to get to know the castle a little better while bagging yourself some points and possibly even an award.

Deadline: 13th August

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