Manvel HS eNews

This Week

Monday, April 7th: Senior Picnic, Prom tickets for $85

Tuesday, April 8th: English I STAAR

Wednesday, April 9th: Prom tickets for $85, Last Day to purchase a Prom Ticket AND Senior Trip Ticket.

Thursday, April 10th: English 2 STAAR, Mr. Maverick Tickets go on sale

Next Weeks

Thursday, April 17th: Mr. Maverick Pageant

In the coming weeks

Thursday, May 1st: Hardest Working Senior Luncheon, Senior Decision Day

Friday, May 2nd: Senior Trip

Seniors

The Smithsonian's Young Ambassadors Program (YAP) offers a summer leadership opportunity focused on Latino culture, including a $2,350 stipend after program completion. See Ms. Crayton in C121 for more details and apply by April 11, 2025.

9th -11th Grade ACC Dual Enrollment

ACC dual enrollment Summer School 2025 registration is open from April 2, 2025 until May 27. Summer schedule and registration forms are available in Office A136. Students must be test-ready and ACC application active in order to register for dual enrollment summer school.

Save the Date for the AISD Job Fair!

We'll be hosting our annual Alvin ISD Job Fair on from 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 12 at Shadow Creek High School.

Department heads and campus administrators will be available to speak with interested applicants who are looking to begin their legacy in AISD!

Course verifications for the 2025-2026 school year are now visible in Skyward Student and Family Access. Students and parents are asked to review the list of courses that were selected for the 2025-2026 school year. Changes can be made electronically through the PARENT Skyward account ONLY. Parents are required to sign off on verification sheets in Skyward Family Access even if there are no changes that need to be made. This indicates that you have seen your child’s courses for next school year and approve.

Verification Window: March 31st – April 15th.

After the April 15th deadline, no changes may be requested.

9th and 10th Grade students may only exempt final exams in elective courses.

1th and 12th Grade students may exempt exams in any course except semester courses.

Dual Enrollment courses are not eligible for semester exam exemptions.

We are proud to announce that MHS had 4 more student athletes receive full scholarships. The campus held a signing day for these students athletes to celebrate this great accomplishment.

Congratulations to the students below:

1. Rylan Lilly - Volleyball - Culver-Stockton

2. Niara Williams - Volleyball - Tuskegee University

3. Larry Brooks III - Men’s Powerlifting - Midland University

4. Khalil Ali - Football - Virginia University of Lynchburg

Congratulations goes out to Reagan Fields. Reagan was the top individual medalist at the district golf tournament this week at The Wilderness Golf Course. Reagan is advancing to the UIL Region III-6A Golf Championship at Eagle Pointe Golf Club on April 14 and 15. Good luck, Reagan!

Congratulations to all our students who competed at UIL Academics District. The current issues and events team as well as the spelling team placed 3rd in district. Individually, Kiley Gonzalez placed 4th in Accounting, Ethan Watson placed 3rd in Copy Editing, Gabrielle Johnson placed 3rd in Feature Writing, Osvalso Saldana placed 2nd in Biology, and Kaelin Faggett placed 2nd in Headline Writing. He will advance to Region!! Congratulations to all of you and great thanks to all who came out and competed! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication to excellence!

On Saturday, March 29th, the flute section of the Manvel Band went to compete in the Houston Flute Club's Flute Fest. The Wind Ensemble flute section won their division of the Senior Ensemble division, and the Symphonic Winds flute section earned Honorable Mention in their division of the Senior Ensemble division. Sophomore Isaac Serrano was also named Honorable Mention in his division of the Solo competition. The Symphonic Band flute section also received high praise and compliments for their performance as well. Please congratulate these amazing musicians when you see them. Hoka Hey!

I’m excited to share some wonderful news from the Manvel Theatre Department!

Our production of The Little Mermaid has earned three Tommy Tune Award nominations, recognizing the hard work and talent of our students both onstage and behind the scenes..

Our nominations include:

• Outstanding Dancer – Kaelyn Scott as Ensemble

• Outstanding Supporting Actor – MaKenzie Walker Pearson as Flounder

• Outstanding Stage Manager – Raelyn Mosley

Additionally, Shaurene Welcome has been selected as Manvel High School’s official Show Shirt performer/representative at the Tommy Tune Awards.

We are incredibly proud of our entire cast and crew for their dedication, collaboration, and outstanding performance. This recognition is a testament to the incredible effort they poured into this production.

Our students will perform at the Tommy Tune Awards on June 6 at the Hobby Center.

The advanced floral students took their Texas State Floral Certification Test. Congratulations to the students that passed their Texas State Floral Association (TSFA) knowledge based test.

Left- Right Back Row: Alejandra, Ky, Stephanie, Brisseida, Charlette

Front Row: Gabriela, Kinley, Meghan

A big Hoka Hey Shoutout to the Majestics and Royals for hosting an amazing Spring Show with over 400 attendees on Thursday and over 500 on Friday.

Attention Students interested in Athletics or Fine arts! Manvel High School is hosting its annual Physicals on May 3rd here at MHS from 9 am- noon. Physicals are required to participate in athletics and fine arts so please come and take advantage of the opportunity. Cost will be $20. If you have any questions please see your coaches or director.

I am excited to share a fantastic opportunity for UIL students in need of sports physicals for the 25-26 school year. From April 15 to May 15, Next Level Urgent Care is offering these essential physicals at a significantly discounted rate of just $10 (regularly $40).

Our clinics are open seven days a week from 9AM to 9PM, making it easy for student athletes to get the necessary physicals done at their convenience. Plus, by downloading our free app, you can locate the clinic closest to you as well as get in line online for a quicker visit and minimal wait time!

Please spread the word to your student athletes about his convenient and cost-effective solution for obtaining their UIL sports physicals.

Thank you for your support!

I’m reaching out to share an incredible opportunity for your high school students to participate in the Texas Youth Institute (TYI) at Texas A&M University on April 25, 2025.

This event is a life-changing experience for students passionate about global issues, STEM, agriculture, leadership, and policymaking. Through TYI, students will:

Engage with leading experts on critical global challenges
Conduct research on a pressing global food security issue
Propose solutions and present their ideas in a professional setting
Develop leadership skills and connect with like-minded peers
Qualify for international internships and fellowships

I would love for you to encourage your students to apply, especially those who enjoy research, problem-solving, and making a difference in the world.

How Students Can Participate:

Find a mentor (teacher, advisor, coach, or parent) to guide them.
Choose a global food security issue and write a paper following TYI guidelines.
Register and submit their paper by April 4, 2025: worldfoodprize.org/texas
Attend the Texas Youth Institute at Texas A&M on April 25, 2025.

This program is a fantastic way for students to gain real-world experience, network with professionals, and set themselves apart for college and beyond.

Juniors and Seniors can purchase prom tickets every Monday and Wednesday. 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.

The last day to buy a Prom Ticket Wednesday, April 9th.

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

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

All students received a copy of the Senior Graduation Catalogs at the presentation on Thursday, October 3, 2024. If you need another catalog, stop by the front office.

A cap and gown package can be ordered by clicking the link below.

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.

My name is Alli Comings, and I am a Senior Community Engagement Specialist at SOLV Energy.

SOLV Energy is a solar contractor and services provider for the utility sector. We build large-scale solar facilities, like the Second Division Solar Farm in Brazoria County, that generate enough energy to power upward of 20,000 homes per year with clean electricity.

At SOLV Energy our mission is to make a positive difference in the communities we work and live in through projects that generate good energy for people and the planet. Beyond the projects we build, we often partner with schools and organizations near our jobsites to invest in STEAM education.

I wanted to pass along a scholarship opportunity to share with Manvel High School High School seniors. SOLV Energy is proud to announce the third annual launch of The PowerUp! Renewable Energy scholarship, awarding six students in the U.S. $1,500 each who demonstrate how they will use their future education to pursue a career related to clean energy.

More information, instructions and eligibility details are available at https://www.solvenergy.com/power-up-scholarship.

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

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