Pasco High School Weekly Newsletter

The mission of Pasco High School is to create a collaborative environment that nurtures learning, mutual respect, and a strong work ethic, thereby helping to develop future citizens for the challenges that lie ahead.

La misión de Pasco High School es crear un ambiente de colaboración que fomente el aprendizaje, el respeto mutuo y una fuerte ética de trabajo, ayudando así a desarrollar futuros ciudadanos para los desafíos que se avecinan.

Parent Bill of Rights Information:

https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/oll_documents/parent-bill-of-rights

Student Code of Conduct:

http://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/library/student_services/conduct/csc_eng.pdf

It was a great first week back. Thank you to all students and families for your patience and cooperation.

A few reminders as we start week two:

1. Please make sure you are aware that the school day begins at 7:15am.

2. Students should have read and acknowledged the Student Code of Conduct.

Schedule Changes:

The schedule change request form has been disabled. If your student is in need of a schedule change, they will need to see Dr. Swackard during lunch.

Student Parking:

If your student plans to park on campus, please make sure they have purchased their parking permits. Any student still needing to purchase a parking permit can see the information in the newsletter. If you have further questions or concerns, see Ms. Roberts during lunch.

Dress Code:

Please make sure that your student has reviewed the dress code on the district website within the Student Code of Conduct and ensures their outfits meet the criteria. Students not meeting the criteria will be asked to change and possibly call home if necessary.

School Pictures:

School Pictures will be on Friday, October 4th. Students will take pictures through their English class. If your student takes an off-campus English class, they can take their pictures during their lunch.

Parent Volunteers:

If you are interested in being a volunteer for PHS, please make sure you have visited the Pasco County Schools website and complete the volunteer application.

PTSA:

Pasco High School has a very active PTSA. We would like to invite all parents that would like to be a part of this phenomenal group to the first meeting on August 27th @ 6:00pm in the front office.

Freshman:

Any freshman that is interested in running for student council, please make sure you have scanned the QR code in the newsletter to complete your application.

FBLA:

FBLA officer meeting 8/28/24 after school room 06-017

ASVAB:

11th and 12th graders - ASVAB will be administered on Wednesday, September 4th at 7:30 am. Sign up on your CRC Canvas Course.

Pep Rally:

We will be having our 1st Pep Rally on Friday. Please see the bell schedule below.

Pirate Nation,

Please make sure you are aware of the Wireless Communication Device (WCD) Policy for Pasco High School. There is a change from last year. Students will only be able to use their WCD's during lunch. Also, it is important to note that the policy includes headphones/earbuds. It is imperative that you understand and plan to follow this policy starting on day one of the school year. If you have any questions, please reach out to administration. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

It is extremely important that each parent/guardian have a parent account on the MyStudent portal. This is where you will be able to access student fees, review your student's schedule, monitor absences/tardies, check grades, and email teachers.

Parents,

Due to unforeseen circumstances, it is very important to make sure your contact information is always current and accurate. The school needs to be able to communicate with you regarding any changes or emergencies. Please review the step-by-step instructions below on how to access and fill out the emergency forms.

Video: Emergency Card Entry for Families

Please click on the form below and complete the required fields to reserve your locker. Payment is due prior to recieving your assigned locker. Payment is made through Rycor which is located in MyStudent (click on pay my fees). Lockers are $10.00. You will be emailed with your new locker and combination based upon your schedule. Please be sure to use an email you will check daily and verify it is correct. The lockers will be located as close as possible to your classrooms. NO OUTSIDE LOCKS WILL BE ALLOWED and WILL BE CUT OFF.

https://forms.office.com/r/TYmH9NgRGU

8/21 JV & Varsity Volleyball vs. FHS 6pm

8/22 JV Football vs. WRHS 7pm

8/23 Varsity Football vs. Lennard High 7:30pm

If you have questions about Fall athletics, please contact Coaches:

Football Coach Hicks fhicks@pasco.k12.fl.us

Cross Country Coach Gates lgates@pasco.k12.fl.us>

Volleyball Coach Tejada rtejada@pasco.k12.fl.us>

Cheerleading Coach Hicks tshicks@pasco.k12.fl.us

Golf Coach Webb awebb@pasco.k12.fl.us>

Coach Wilks mwilks@pasco.k12.fl.us>

Swimming Coach Ahrens beaweb1996@gmail.com

Coach Riley criley@pasco.k12.fl.us

Athletic Director Jim Ward jaward@pasco.k12.fl.us

Please mark your calendar for the 2024 Florida College Tour. It will be held on Wednesday, October 9th, from 5:30-7:30 pm in the PHS Activity Center. Colleges from the state of Florida and southeast will visit. It's a great time to learn about admission requirements and what the schools have to offer. See Ms. Edwards if you have questions.

Attention Seniors! Your Class of 2025 Senior T-shirts and Hoodies are now on Sale! Log in to your student fees account to purchase your t-shirt for $15 and/or your Hoodie for $30. Orders MUST be placed by Fri August 30th. See Ms. Bromley in 4-108 if you have questions.

Attention Seniors! There will be an OPEN CLASS meeting on Wed Aug 21 in Ms. Bromley's classroom, 4-108, after school until 2:30 pm. Please attend to express your opinions about all of our Senior year events.

Pasco High School strives for Excellence, In 2022 we were awarded a National PTA School of Excellence for our Strong Family-School-Community Partnership. Please help us maintain our School of Excellence by clicking the link below and completing the required survey.

https://forms.gle/Yie7p5DnagLCtJHJ6

Be sure to stay in touch with all of the events through Twitter, Facebook and our school website

Email: kkadlub@pasco.k12.fl.us
Website: https://phs.pasco.k12.fl.us/
Location: 36851 County Road 52, Dade City, FL, USA
Phone: 352-524-5500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PascoPirates/
Twitter: @PHS_Principal