We hope that all of our Pirate Families enjoy the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday, there is no school Monday November 25th through Friday November 29th. We hope that you all enjoy this time with friends and family!

Students who are dual enrolled and taking POS 2041 American Federal Government this semester, please sign up to take the FCLE (Florida Civic Literacy Exam). There are two exam dates to choose from: Tuesday, December 10 or Tuesday, December 17. Testing begins at 8:10 am. There will not be a makeup date. The deadline to register is Tuesday, December 3.

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

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

Daytona State College Senior Admission Day is Monday December 9th is in the MHS Media Center (The Plank). DSC advisers will be at MHS to assist seniors who plan to attend DSC after graduation with the application process, enrollment and course registration. Please see Mrs. Pittman, the Guidance Secretary in the Upper Spot, to schedule your appointment!

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!

Healthcare and construction occupations are projected to be the fastest growing jobs in Florida during the next seven years. Visit Florida Insight to explore more occupations with projected growth.

Seniors! We have many many seniors who have not yet taken their senior photos through Cady - this is the ONLY way to get your senior photo in the yearbook. Coming up on November 21st we have a Cady photo shoot opportunity for seniors on campus - sign up for an appointment using the link below!

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 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).

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