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Matanzas High School Weekly Update
October 27, 2023
Tuesday, October 31
Halloween is a regular day of learning at Matanzas High School and all students are expected to be in dress code. Face paint, masks, head coverings, or any jewelry or accessory that presents a safety or health hazard, or causes a major disruption to the educational process are not allowed.
Florida Classic Field Trip - Open to All
For the second year in a row, MHS is taking a trip to the "Florida Classic" FAMU vs. BCU football game in Orlando on Saturday, November 18th. The cost is $25 - permission slips are available from Mr. Reeder in Room 10-218 - spots are limited - sign up now!
Spotlight - MHS Recognitions
Please join us in recognizing our outstanding MHS Pirates who were selected by their peers to represent MHS as our Teacher of the Year, "Rookie" Teacher of the Year and Employee of the Year!
Teacher of the Year 2023-2024
Ms. Karin Feist is the 2023-2024 Matanzas High School Teacher of the Year. Ms. Feist previously taught Social Studies at Matanzas High School before becoming a School Counselor. Ms. Feist is the Department Chair for the School Counseling department and serves as the school counselor for students with last names Ru-Z and our students on Access Points.
"Rookie" Teacher of the Year - Ms. Walker
Ms. Janel Walker is the 2023-2024 Matanzas "Rookie" Teacher of the Year, an award which recognizes an outstanding teacher who has been in the teaching profession fewer than 3 years. Ms. Walker is currently a Life Skills ESE Teacher, and previously she served at Matanzas High School as a Paraprofessional and Campus Security.
Employee of the Year - Ms. Mlinac
Ms. Maryann Mlinac is the 2023-2024 Employee of the Year. Ms. Maryann is the Dean's Secretary and can always be found with a smile on her face, bringing kindness and cheer to all that she meets.
Matanzas High School Tutoring Schedule
MHS free after school tutoring is going on now! Any student may stay after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays to receive help in their classes from MHS teachers. We also offer the opportunity to make up or re-take assessments (schedule with your teacher in advance). Bus transportation is provided for students residing in the MHS attendance zone.
Students are required to be in their tutoring location by 2:50PM and busses depart at 4:30PM. Students are not permitted to remain on campus if they are not attending a scheduled MHS activity supervised by a staff member.
Yearbook Information
MHS is Hiring!
Do you know anyone wanting to join the Pirate Crew here at Matanzas HS? We are hiring for the following positions for the upcoming school year - interested applicants should apply via the district website: https://www.flaglerschools.com/employment/work-with-us
- Paraprofessional
- ELA (English Language Arts) Teacher
- ESE (Support Facilitation) Teacher (Start Date 1/8/2024)
π Senior Class Information π
Grad Bash 2024 - Tickets on sale 11/1
Grad Bash is set for April 19th, 2024 with the buses leaving at 4:00pm and returning on Saturday, April 20th around 5:00am. If you are interested in attending, permission slips are available NOW outside Coach Roe's room 6-134.
Tickets start going on sale November 1st with the price of the tickets being $140. With your ticket purchase you will have access to both parks and a charter bus to and from the park. We only have 140 spots for this trip and we will sell out so get your permission slip soon and do not wait to buy your ticket.
Last Chance - Senior Portraits at MHS 11/30
If your child has not yet had their senior portraits taken, you may schedule an appointment now on the Cady website. Students have the option to take photos at one of the Cady photo studios or on one of the upcoming dates at Matanzas High School. The last and FINAL Matanzas HS On-Campus senior photo shoot is November 30, 2023. To schedule an appointment for a photo shoot, either on-campus or at a Cady studio, visit www.cady.com/schedule
Senior Scholarship Information
Seniors interested in being considered for thousands of dollars of community-based scholarships for students in Flagler County should apply using the link below between November 20 and January 5. This valuable service is provided by our Flagler County Education Foundation so that seniors can complete just one application to be considered for dozens of local scholarships.
Cap & Gown Ordering Information
Seniors and their families can now order their cap and gown and any related graduation items, like announcements and Class of 2024 items like hoodies, t-shirts, etc. Cap and Gowns and Graduation Announcements will be delivered in the spring.
ποΈ Mark Your Calendars!!! ποΈ
MHS Theater Production of "Night of the Living Dead"
Friday, Oct 27, 2023, 07:00 PM
JROTC Raider Meet
Saturday, Oct 28, 2023, 07:30 AM
Baldwin Middle-Senior High School, Mill Street West, Baldwin, FL, USA
MHS Theater Production of "Night of the Living Dead"
Saturday, Oct 28, 2023, 02:00 PM
MHS Theater Production of "Night of the Living Dead"
Saturday, Oct 28, 2023, 07:00 PM
Blue Steel 5K Night Run
Saturday, Nov 4, 2023, 07:00 PM
3535 Pirate Nation Way, Palm Coast, FL, USA
Thespian Troupe Showcase
Tuesday, Nov 7, 2023, 07:00 PM
Veteran's Day Holiday - No School
Friday, Nov 10, 2023, 08:00 AM
πΎπ₯ Upcoming Home Athletic Events π₯βΎ
Girls Weightlifting vs. Ponte Vedra and Pedro Menendez
Wednesday, Nov 1, 2023, 04:30 PM
Varsity Football vs. Winter Springs (Senior Night)
Senior members of band, cheerleading and football will be recognized before the game (senior night presentation will begin at 5:30PM)
Friday, Nov 3, 2023, 07:00 AM
Community Information
MHS Contact Information
Matanzas High School
Website: mhspirates.com
Location: 3535 Pirate Nation Way, Palm Coast, FL, USA
Phone: 386 447 1575
Facebook: facebook.com/MHSPirateNation
Twitter: @PirateNationMHS
Instagram: @PirateNationMHS
School Leadership Team Contacts
Ms. Bozeman - Principal (School Leadership, ELA Department)
Ms. Brock - AP (ESE Department)
Ms. Novak - Assistant Principal (Guidance, Science & PE Department)
Mr. Scott - Assistant Principal (MTSS, Testing, Math & Social Studies Department) scottj02@flaglerschools.com
Mr. Terry - Assistant Principal (Discipline, Facilities, Art, JROTC & CTE Department) - terryf@flaglerschools.com
Coach Butler - Athletic Director
School Counseling Department Contacts
A-G : Terri Anderson
H-Ka & AICE Diploma Cohort: Yasmin Cuevas
Ke-Ro: Tammy Stuve
Ru-Z & Access Point Students: Kay Feist
Interventions, ESE & Behavior Cohort Students: Heidi Fitzgerald