Matanzas High School Weekly Update
December 13, 2024
No Tutoring December 19th
The last day of tutoring and test make ups for 2024 will be Tuesday, December 17th. There will be no tutoring or test make-ups on Thursday, December 19th.
Breakfast with Santa Event - 12/14
Get ready for a delightful morning filled with holiday cheer! Key Club is thrilled to invite you to our annual Breakfast with Santa event this Saturday 12/14 from 8 AM to 11 AM.
Join us for delicious pancakes, meet Santa, and create wonderful memories with family and friends. Please remember, it is cash only for this event! We can't wait to celebrate the season with you!
Holiday Spirit Week - December 16-20
Schedule - Week of January 7-10
News from Previous Weeks.....
Virtual Tutoring Opportunities!
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.
📣 Athletics Information 📣
Athletic Clearance Information
If you are interested in playing a sport here at Matanzas High School, 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)
Winter Sport Coaching Contacts
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
After School Tutoring Information
Tutoring Information
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.
Parent Permission Required - Link Below!
🔵 Guidance Corner 🔵
College Admissions Test Info
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.
🎓 Senior Class Information 🎓
Have you Ordered Your Cap & Gown?
If you have not yet ordered your cap and gown, please visit the link below for more information and to order. Cap and gown delivery will be on April 4, 2025.
Note: students are NOT required to purchase a graduation package from the website, families may choose to order individual items such as 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.
Using a Former Graduate's Gown?
We know that some of our students use gowns previously worn by their older siblings - if you are planning to do this, please contact Ms. Alred, our Senior Sponsor (alredb@flaglerschools.com), so that she can verify that you have the most up to date regalia and if needed, work with our Jostens representative to bring your gown up to date.
Having Financial Difficulty?
We know that some of our families have financial hardship that prevent them from being able to afford the cap and gown. If your family needs financial assistance to be able to purchase a cap and gown, please reach out to your child's school counselor directly (contacts below) and she will be able to help.
Class of 2025 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!
Matanzas HS Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 03:00 PM
Ocean Center, North Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL, USA
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars!!! 🗓️
Steel Band Holiday Extravaganza
Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024, 07:00 PM
School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024, 06:00 PM
Steel Band Holiday Extravaganza
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024, 07:00 PM
Begin Holiday Break
Monday, Dec 23, 2024, 08:00 AM
Teacher Work Day - No School for Students
Monday, Jan 6, 2025, 07:00 AM
Students Return to School
Tuesday, Jan 7, 2025, 08:00 AM
End of Quarter 2
Friday, Jan 10, 2025, 03:00 PM
Upcoming Athletic Events
Boys Basketball vs. FPC
JV 6PM, Varsity 7:30PM
Friday, Dec 13, 2024, 06:00 PM
Boys Soccer vs. Pedro Menendez High School
JV 5:30PM, Varsity 7:30PM
Monday, Dec 16, 2024, 05:30 PM
Cheer Competition (Home)
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024, 05:00 PM
Girls Soccer vs. Crescent City
JV 5:30PM, Varsity 7PM
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024, 05:30 PM
Community Information
Virtual Teen Town Hall
MHS General Information
Matanzas High School
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
School Leadership Team Contacts
Ms. Bozeman - Principal
Ms. Brock - AP (ESE)
Ms. Novak - Assistant Principal (Teaching & Learning)
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
School Counseling Department Contacts
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
Fortify FL Information
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.