Manvel HS eNews

I hope everyone enjoyed the snow on Tuesday. It felt like Christmas time all over again. With the school closure, all events scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday were canceled. Coaches and sponsors will be in direct contact with those effected with new times of their events.

We will welcome everyone back on Thursday. We will still have Challenge Day as scheduled. If your student was given a permission slip and still wants to participate, please return the permission slip to Mrs. Foster ASAP. She emailed all participants.

Please make sure your student is in dress code (no pajamas, leggings/tights, house shoes, or blankets) and has their student ID. Sweat pants and joggers are dress code.

Stay safe and warm!

Hoka Hey,

Jamie Baldwin, Principal

On January 14, 2025, the Alvin ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar.

Important Dates for Students:

• Transition students (Pre-K, Kindergarten, 6th grade, and 9th grade) will return to school on Monday, August 11, with all other students starting on Tuesday, August 12.

Key Features of the Calendar:

• A Fall Break October 13 - 17, aligning with the Brazoria County Fair

• Spring Break occurring the 2nd week in March (March 9-13)

• The school year concluding before Memorial Day weekend

Graduation dates for each high school are as follows:

• Iowa Colony High School – May 19, 2026 at Freedom Field

• RISE Academy – May 20, 2026 at Alvin HS PAC

• Manvel High School – May 20, 2026 at Freedom Field

• Alvin High School – May 21, 2026 at Freedom Field

• Shadow Creek High School – May 22, 2026 at Freedom Field

The Alvin ISD Education Foundation hosts an annual community-focused fundraising event where participants purchase tickets for numbered plastic turtles. These turtles are released into a watercourse, and the first to cross the finish line wins. The event features over 20 vendors and raises funds to support educators and students. Join us for this fun event on February 8, 2025!

Final day for adoptions on campus will be Friday, January 31st.

Juniors and Seniors can began purchasing prom tickets on Monday January 13th and Wednesday January 15th. Tickets can be purchased for $75 in the cafeteria during all three lunches. Tickets can only be purchased via MySchoolBucks. NO CASH will be accepted.

Students must meet the criteria below to purchase a prom ticket.

Prom is April 26th at Moddy Gardens in Galveston, TX.

The wait is almost over — Aggieland Saturday is just around the corner! On February 8, 2025, Texas A&M University will welcome prospective students from across the state (and beyond ) to explore our campus and all the incredible opportunities we offer .

This is a perfect chance for your students to:

Dive into our 140+ fields of study
Connect with Texas A&M’s vibrant community
Learn about college applications, financial aid, and more

Your help makes a difference!

Please remind your students to register now so they don’t miss out on this transformative experience.

Need more info?

Visit our FAQ page or reach out to us anytime at visit@tamu.edu or (979) 845-5851.

I wanted to remind you about the Zeta Tau Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. scholarship opportunity for deserving male students graduating in Spring 2025. The application deadline is quickly approaching on March 1, 2025, and we want to ensure that no eligible student misses this opportunity.

As part of our mission to support underrepresented communities, we are specifically seeking to assist African American and other ethnic minority male students in achieving their academic goals. We believe this scholarship can make a significant difference for students striving for excellence.

Please help us spread the word and encourage students who meet these criteria to apply. The application link is included below:

Scholarship Application Link

Thank you for your continued support in helping us make an impact in our community. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Best regards,
Jordan Walzer
Director of Education
Zeta Tau Lambda Chapter
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Hello from Space Center Houston!

We are inviting your students to apply to the teen volunteer program at Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center. Each summer, we welcome a group of teen volunteers behind the scenes to engage directly with the artifacts, stories, and people of the space program. We are seeking enthusiastic youth with a passion for space exploration for summer 2025.

We hope that you share information about our program with your students and any faculty members that might be able to identify potential volunteers. Students must be 13-17 years of age by May 27, 2025, and commit to volunteering for 3 full weeks between May 27 and August 8. Weeks do not have to be consecutive.

Program Highlights:

• Personal and Professional Development: In-depth training, instruction, and guidance to ensure success in facilitating hands-on activities and giving short talks. Work with educators to inspire explorer campers. Develop skills that will pay off throughout their scholastic and professional careers.

• Stellar Benefits: Complimentary access to Space Center Houston when not volunteering, discounts on events, unique experiences, and much more!

• Valuable Volunteer Hours: Opportunity to earn over 100 hours certified for the President's Volunteer Service Award.

• Unique Experiences: Meet interesting people from international guests to key members of our historic space program.

• Lasting Memories: Opportunities to collaborate with their peers and crew, test new ideas, and receive awards and recognition at special volunteer events.

Enclosed is a flyer that can be shared or posted anywhere that might reach interested candidates. For more information on our volunteer programs, and to apply, please visit our website: Volunteer at Space Center Houston

If you are wanting to only order the cap and gown and not a package, click the link below and scroll all the way down to Grad Essentials.

1) How to get a Permit

a) The Student must be clear of fines/fees/parking tickets or Special Circumstances present.

b) Fill out the Student Vehicle Registration form

2) What Information is Required

a) Driver’s License

b) Copy of insurance for the vehicle being driven with the student listed as a driver on the policy.

c) Completed form. Incomplete forms will not be accepted.

d) License plate or temporary plate number of the vehicle.

e) Signed and dated drug testing consent form.

f) Fee: $25.00

It is important for student to arrive to school on time. Students not in class by 7:20 AM will be sent to a tardy kiosk and marked late. Students are late if they are not in class before the bell rings each period.

Students are let into the building at 6:50 AM and students are dismissed to 1st period at 7:12 AM.

Students need to be in dress code everyday. Here are a few reminders:

1. Hair must be a natural color
2. Tights may ONLY be worn UNDERNEATH school appropriate shorts, skirts, pants, or dresses
3. Tights with a T-shirt is not acceptable.
4. Dresses, shorts, skirts and shorts should not be shorter than 3 inches above the knee
5. Tennis skirts are NOT in dress code
6. Holes/Frays in the shorts, skirts, pants and jeans can be no more than 3 inches above the knee.
7. Crop Tops and Tied up T-shirts are against the Dress Code. Students mid sections should be covered at all times
8. Hats, hoods or any other type of head covering should not be worn in the building
9. Sandals must have a back strap, slides are not in the student dress code