Matanzas High School Weekly Update
November 8, 2024
Veteran's Day Holiday Monday
Monday, November 11th schools are closed in observance of Veteran's Day. MHS families are encouraged to attend the Flagler Veteran's Day Parade in Bunnell, beginning at 10AM. Our MHS Band of Pirates Marching Band and Army JROTC unit will be marching in the parade - come check them out!
News from Previous Weeks.....
Junior Class Ring Information
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.
📣 Winter Athletics Information 📣
Winter Sport Athletic Clearance
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)
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!
Yearbook Sales Information
Fall Testing Calendar 2024
🔵 Guidance Corner 🔵
Daytona State College Admission Day
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!
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.
College and Career Informational Resources
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.
🎓 Senior Class Information 🎓
On Campus Senior Photos - Coming Up!
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!
Senior Photo Shoot On Campus!
Thursday, Nov 21, 2024, 08:15 AM
Cap and Gown Ordering Information
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.
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
Senior Portrait Information
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).
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars!!! 🗓️
Veteran's Day (No School)
Monday, Nov 11, 2024, 08:00 AM
International Thespian Society Evening Performance
Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024, 07:00 PM
SAC Meeting
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024, 06:00 PM
Q2 Progress Reports Posted on Skyward
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024, 08:15 AM
Blue Steel Caribbean Cafe Dinner Concert Event
Thursday, Nov 21, 2024, 07:00 AM
Begin Thanksgiving Break
Monday, Nov 25, 2024, 08:00 AM
Upcoming Athletic Events
Boys Soccer vs. St. Augustine HS
Friday, Nov 8, 2024, 07:15 PM
Girls Weightlifting vs. Deland HS
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024, 04:30 PM
Girls Soccer vs. Taylor
JV 5:30PM and Varsity 7:30PM
Thursday, Nov 14, 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.