Manvel HS eNews

As Dr. Rhonda Mason wraps up her first week as Superintendent of Alvin ISD, she wants our students, families, staff, and community to know one thing: she is excited to listen, learn, and work alongside you.

In this special message, Dr. Mason shares her vision for supporting every student, strengthening connections across our district, and building on the traditions that make Alvin ISD such a special place.

Watch her welcome message, join her for Sundaes with the Supe on June 15, and be sure to complete our community survey to share what you value most about Alvin ISD and your ideas for how we can continue to grow and improve.

75 high school students needed to step up as role players for a massive, full-scale safety exercise to help local police, fire, and school staff train under realistic conditions.

• When: Wednesday, June 17th, 2026

• Where: Jackie Caffey Junior High

• Who: Any interested high school student

• Why: Help keep our community safe, get volunteer hours, community service hours, a unique experience for your resume, or to show off your drama skills

• Register here: Full Scale Safety Exercise Registration

• Fill out this Participation Agreement and Release form and email it to druiz@alvinisd.net.

Note: Don't forget to fill out the email form, or your registration won't be complete!

Yearbooks will be delivered mid July. Mrs. Lucas sent an email via the Josten's website to all buyers on May 21, 2026.

Attached are the required summer reading assignments for APA E1, APA E2, AP Seminar/APAE2 combo; AP E3; AP E4; and an extra credit summer reading assignment for anyone.

Ethan Watson won 2nd place in the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Graphic Design Contest for his piece- Its Cow time! Ethan won $750 for his artwork. Ethan is a student in Sarah Hirsch's graphic design class.

Stay informed and connected with the latest updates and Hoka Hey Shoutouts from Principal Baldwin by following her Principal Instagram page.

She will be showcasing daily highlights so the community can see the great things happening daily at MHS.

Attention all Mavericks! Do you need assistance with homework, makeup hours, time to complete Edgenuity courses, access to computers and printers, or just need a quiet working environment after school? If so, Mav Lab might be the perfect place for you! Mav Lab is located in the library from 3-5 PM Tuesdays-Thursdays. We look forward to seeing you there!

As we look ahead to a successful 2025-26 school year, we want to make you aware of a new state law, House Bill 1481, which was passed by the Texas Legislature. House Bill 1481 prohibits students from using personal communication devices during the school day.

This law applies to:

• Cell phones
  
• Smartwatches
  
• Earbuds and headphones
  
• Tablets or any device that can text, call, record, or access the internet
  

In Alvin ISD, the expectation is simple: Not Seen. Not Heard. Not Taken.

Students may bring phones and personal electronic devices to school.

However, from the moment students enter the building in the morning until the final dismissal bell cell phones must be powered off or silenced, stored in a backpack or locker, and not used during class, passing periods, lunch, or restroom breaks.

Use in the Hallways

The use of personal communication devices in prohibited at all times.

Use at Lunch

Lunch is considered part of the school day so the use of electronic devices is prohibited under Texas Law.

Emergency Situations

Administrators may approve the use of cell phones in emergency situations where the device is necessary for the health or safety of students or others.

The Texas law requires school districts to administer disciplinary consequences if students violate the personal communication device policy in schools. Each infraction of this policy will result in the following escalating consequences:

• First offense – Device taken, returned to student
  
• Second – Parent must pick up
  
• Third – $15 fine + parent pickup
  

Refusal to hand over a device = disciplinary action per the Student Code of Conduct

Why this matters:

This law supports focused classrooms, respectful spaces, and safe learning for all.

Parents:

Please talk with your child about expectations before school starts. For emergencies, contact the campus office.