On Friday, October 25th report cards will be published in Skyward for parents and students to view. Printed report cards are available upon request to our Guidance Secretary Ms. Pittman.

Did you know MHS offers online free tutoring hosted by MHS teachers? Students can join these online sessions for math tutoring and homework help on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. This opportunity is open to all students, the link is posted on Schoology.

Believe it or not, winter sports is fast approaching! If you are interested in playing a sport here at Matanzas High School this winter, make sure you have your Athletic Clearance updated and complete with the following information:

• Sport you are interested in trying out for

• Updated EL2 (sports physical)

• NFHS Learn Courses (Concussion, Heat Illness, and Cardiac Arrest)

• Copy of your insurance card

• Sports Medicine Information Form

• ImPact testing form

As always, athletes are required to carry a cumulative 2.0 GPA (per FHSAA Policies)

Basketball (Boys): Eric Guerrero guerreroe@flaglerschools.com

Basketball (Girls): Ethan Buchanan buchanane@flaglerschools.com

Competitive Cheer: Emily Coale coalee@flaglerschools.com

Soccer (Boys): Beto Aguilar aguilarh@flaglerschools.com

Soccer (Girls): Scott Crooke crookes@flaglerschools.com

Weightlifting (Girls): Jeremy Ossler osslerj@flaglerschools.com

Wrestling (Boys and Girls): Dennis Kitko kitkod@flaglerschools.com

Tryouts: October 28 After School - MHS Gym

Parent Meeting (for athletes who made the team): November 7, 6:00PM - MHS Gym

Tryouts: October 29th After School - MHS Gym

Parent Meeting (for athletes who made the team): Friday, October 18 at 6:00 at the Indian Trails Sports Complex Pavilion

Parent Meeting (for athletes who made the team): October 22nd at 5:30

Girl’s Weightlifting began practicing on October 7. There are no tryouts and all lifters are welcome to be a part of the team as long as they maintain GPA eligibility, maintain good discipline standing with the school, and continue to attend practices. For more information on joining the Girl’s Weightlifting team, contact Head Coach, Jeremy Ossler at osslerj@flaglerschools.com

Girl’s Wrestling will begin practicing on November 4, and Boy’s Wrestling will begin on November 11. There are no tryouts. As long as your wrestler maintains GPA eligibility, maintains good discipline standing with the school, and continues to attend practices, they will be on the team. Anyone interested in wrestling this winter can contact Coach Kitko directly at kitkod@flaglerschools.com

For more information about Pirate Athletics and to stay updated on upcoming events, scores, and schedules, visit our website at presto.mhspirates.com. Additionally, follow us on Facebook and Twitter/X @MHSpiratesAD for live updates, highlights, and behind-the-scenes content.

Subject Areas:

• English

• Math

• Science

• Social Studies

• ESOL

• Classroom Assessment Retakes/Makeups

• Homework Assistance (All Core Areas)

On Campus Tutoring:

• Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-4:30pm

Virtual Tutoring:

• Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-7:30pm via Google Meets. (A link will be provided on Schoology).

Activity buses leave campus at 4:40pm from the bus loop (for zonal transportation students).

All students are required to have parent permission to attend (see below).

Subjects/Offerings will be adjusted based on student demand throughout the year. Any changes to the schedule and offerings will be communicated in advance.

If you want your child to participate in After-School Tutoring at any point during this school year, you must complete the permission form below once. If you have any questions, please contact Sara Novak at novaks@flaglerschools.com

If you are interested in reviewing the information that was shared with your student during their grade-level guidance presentations, they have been shared in Schoology by your child's English teacher. If you have any questions, please contact your child's School Counselor.

The document below was created by guidance to help families keep track of testing dates and sign up information for the ACT, SAT and CLT.

Do you still need to pass the Algebra 1 or ELA exam? If you have not yet met the English Language Arts (ELA) and Math exam test score requirements for high school graduation, you can also take the ACT, CLT and/or SAT exams to work towards meeting the concordant score needed for graduation.

Planning on entering the workforce after high school?

Visit Florida Shines Career Exploration to assess your interests, explore career pathways, and prepare for the workforce and your dream job! What do you want to do for a living? My Next Move is another great tool to explore careers by keyword, industry or interest.

Check out what's hot in the Florida job market!

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On October 29th the Flagler County Education Foundation will be hosting an informational meeting in room 6-134 from 5PM to 6:30PM regarding the Flagler Senior Scholarships program.

Rhodes Graduation Services is now taking orders for Cap & Gown and other senior items including graduation announcements and Class of 2025 Swag! Cap and gown delivery will be April 4, 2025.

Note: students are not required to purchase a graduation package, families may choose to order individual items, including cap & gown by scrolling down to "Shop All Graduation Products" on the Jostens website. Look for "Custom Cap/Gown/Tassel/Medallion Unit" which includes a cap, gown and tassel. The school medallions are provided by MHS to all students on the day of graduation.

We are pleased to announce that the graduation ceremony for the Matanzas High School Class of 2025 will take place on Wednesday, May 28th at 3:00PM at the Daytona Beach Ocean Center. Please mark your calendars!

The on campus senior photo session which was scheduled for 10/9 is in the process of being re-scheduled, we will communicate a new date ASAP.

The Cady website is open for appointments for both on-campus photo shoots or sessions at a Cady studio location (Orlando or Jacksonville). Select your appointment time on the Cady website (link below).

All middle and high school students are encouraged to sign up for the Flagler Virtual Teen Town Hall coming up on October 24th at 7PM on the topic of Financial Planning. If you want to participate, contact our MHS Student School Board Representative Jeh-Hanni Strong at jehhannistr2551@flaglercps.org

Website: mhspirates.com
Location: 3535 Pirate Nation Way, Palm Coast, FL, USA
Phone: 386 447 1575
Facebook: facebook.com/MHSPirateNation
X/Twitter: @PirateNationMHS

Instagram: @PirateNationMHS

Ms. Bozeman - Principal

bozemank@flaglerschools.com

Ms. Brock - AP (ESE)

brocks@flaglerschools.com

Ms. Novak - Assistant Principal (Teaching & Learning)

novaks@flaglerschools.com

Mr. Scott - Assistant Principal (Guidance and Deans) scottj02@flaglerschools.com

Ms. Minn - Assistant Principal (MTSS, AICE, Testing, Facilities) minnk@flaglerschools.com

Coach Butler - Athletic Director

butlerjordan@flaglerschools.com

A-G : Terri Anderson

H-Ka & AICE Diploma Cohort: Yasmin Cuevas

Ke-Ri: Tammy Stuve

Ro-Z & Access Point Students: Kay Feist

Interventions, ESE & Behavior Cohort Students: Heidi Fitzgerald

FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.

Tips can be submitted anonymously via the web or by downloading the FortifyFL app. FortifyFL is also a shortcut in Classlink on all student devices.

Did you know that the MHS Daily Announcements are posted on our Matanzas HS website? To view, click the "Daily Announcements" megaphone on http://www.mhspirates.com