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The renewal of Pasco County Schools' Salary Referendum is on the ballot in November. To learn how the Referendum has impacted our schools, please visit Pasco Schools' Referendum Renewal.

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New Staff - Meet our Newest Staff Members!

New Student & Family Hub - Important School Policies & Procedures for New Families!

Staff HOWL Out - Give a shout out to our Staff!

Tutoring - Sign up for after school tutoring with NHS!

Yearbook - Click here to purchase a yearbook

CLICK HERE for link to all CCHS Calendars

MONDAY - 10/26

9:00 - Boys Golf @ Districts - Saddlebrook

1:50 - Coyotes Got Talent Auditions, Cafe

TUESDAY - 10/27

7:10 - ACT NCR English - 12th only

1:50 - Coyotes Got Talent Auditions, Cafe

WEDNESDAY - 10/28 - ERD SCHEDULE

Superhero Dress Up Day for Red Ribbon Week

EARLY RELEASE DAY

6:30 - The Music Man, IPAC

THURSDAY - 10/29

7:10 - FHSAA Special Olympics Bowling State Championships, Orlando

7:10 - ACT NCR Reading - 12th Only

3:30 - Girls Weightlifting @ Sunlake

6:30 - The Music Man, IPAC

FRIDAY - 10/30 - ACTIVITY BELL SCHEDULE

7:10 - Swim @ Regional Championships, St. Pete

9:00 - Howl-O-Ween Pep Rally

6:30 - The Music Man, IPAC

7:30 - V. Football vs. Central HS

As many of you know, our Coyote family recently experienced the heartbreaking loss of 2026 graduate Tyrone "TP" Williams III. Memorial service information is provided below for those who would like to pay their respects and honor Tyrone's life and legacy.

We have also included links below for those who wish to support the Williams family through a GoFundMe for funeral expenses or by participating in the family's Meal Train. Thank you for continuing to keep the Williams family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. 💚💛

Go Fund Me: https://gofund.me/de5790a03

Meal Train: https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/e02m31

Costumes on. Candy bags ready. Who’s coming to HowlFest?

Join us October 23, 5–7 PM at Cypress Creek High School for safe, family friendly trick-or-treat fun and a night of football!

Bring the family for candy, pumpkin painting, face painting, coloring, a spooky stroll, food, and performances by our band, orchestra, theatre, and dance programs. Students, come dressed up and ready to celebrate!

Each adult ticket purchased includes one FREE HowlFest ticket for an elementary-aged student. All proceeds support the Cypress Creek High School Conservatory of the Arts.

Visit the Cypress Creek High School website for ticket information and event details.

Please note that our upcoming Early Release Day and Pep Rally schedule remain instructional school days, and student attendance is expected.

Teachers will be providing required learning experiences and assignments that are connected to instruction taking place that day. Because of the nature of these activities, missed work from these events will not be available for make-up.

Families should also be aware that student check-outs will not be permitted on these days except in circumstances that meet district attendance requirements.

While the schedules may be adjusted, our commitment to teaching and learning remains unchanged. We appreciate your partnership in ensuring every Coyote is present and engaged. 🐺💚💛

As temperatures begin to cool, we want all Coyotes to stay comfortable while following campus dress code expectations.

✅ Jackets and hoodies are encouraged.
✅ Students may wear appropriate cold-weather clothing.

Please remember:

• Hats and beanies are not permitted on campus and must be put away and not visible before entering through the black gates.
• Blankets are not permitted on campus.
• Hoods should not be worn over students' heads while on campus and must remain down.
• Students are not required to remain outside before school. Once on campus, students have access to indoor areas such as the cafeteria, media center, and hallways where they can immediately get out of the elements.

Need access to cold weather gear? We can help! Reach out to Ms. Ondinia Garrett to connect to our ABC Program.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, secure, and focused learning environment while staying warm this season! 🐺💚💛

Roll up your sleeves, Coyotes! Our next blood drive is Wednesday, November 18, in the CCHS Gym, and we need YOU!

Did you know that one blood donation can help save up to three lives? This is such an easy way to make a difference in our community!

Students who are 16 or older are encouraged to sign up! Students who are 16 must have a signed parent/guardian permission slip before donating. Permission slips can be found outside my office in the Media Center and must be turned in prior to donating.

Please select ONE donation time and report to the gym at your scheduled appointment time.

Sign up here: https://cchs.pasco.k12.fl.us/mform/view.php?id=532686

Let's fill those appointment slots and see how many lives our Coyote family can help save!

Juniors, don't miss this exciting opportunity to explore colleges across Florida! Join us for three days of campus visits, college exploration, and a little independence with your classmates!

Colleges on the tour: FGCU, FIU, FAU, UCF, UNF, Flagler, FAMU, FSU, and UF.

Trip Cost: $760
The cost includes all meals, hotel accommodations, and transportation. Students may bring additional spending money for souvenirs, snacks, and campus bookstores.

Space is limited, so don't wait! Complete the interest form to begin the registration process.

Interest Form: https://cchs.pasco.k12.fl.us/mform/view.php?id=532116

A $200 deposit will be available soon through Rycor. Don't miss this opportunity to explore your future college options!

Be a Hero, Stay Drug Free! Superhero Dress-Up Day!

It's Red Ribbon Week, and we're calling all Coyote superheroes! Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide campaign that encourages students to make healthy choices, stay drug free, and take a stand against drug use. It's a time to celebrate making positive decisions and supporting one another.

This year's theme is "Be a Hero, Stay Drug Free!"

On Wednesday (Early Release Day), students are encouraged to dress as their favorite superhero to show their support for a drug-free future! Whether you're Superman, Wonder Woman, Spider-Man, or your own original superhero, we want to see your creativity and Coyote spirit!

Remember, you don't need superpowers to be a hero. Sometimes being a hero is as simple as making good choices, standing up for yourself, and looking out for your friends.

No cape required, just the courage to make good choices!

Be a Hero, Stay Drug Free! Go Coyotes!

Pasco County Schools will host two in person expo events to showcase the choices and innovative programs in our county for the 27-28 school year on November 9th at Gulf High School and November 10th at Cypress Creek High School. Registration for breakout sessions is now open to the public. Each expo event will take place from 5-8 p.m. Check out the event via the Pasco Pathways Expo website to see all opportunities available at each event. The School Choice Website has information regarding the 27-28 application window. The Pasco Pathways Catalog is also available to showcase many of the options in our county.

Interested in participating in Powderpuff? Permission slips are available in Student Services. Participation spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to bring your completed permission slip and $25 registration fee to your class sponsor to secure your spot, tomorrow morning in the cafeteria.

Each class is limited to:

• 20 Football Players
• 10 Cheerleaders
• 4 Football Coaches
• 2 Cheer Coaches

We’re looking for parent volunteers to help recognize our students at the Accel-ebration Pancake Party on November 18! This special event will celebrate students who earned an acceleration point last school year and encourage them to continue challenging themselves academically.

Volunteers are needed to help prepare and serve pancakes, organize supplies, and create a fun and memorable experience for our deserving Coyotes. If you’re interested in lending a hand, we’d love to have you join the celebration!

Email Mr. Schmidt (bschmidt@pasco.k12.fl.us), so that you can be added to the volunteer list!

Get ready to howl at the spotlight during Coyotes Got Talent on November 5 from 6:30-8:30 PM! Join us for an unforgettable evening as our talented Coyotes take the stage to showcase their skills and compete for cash prizes, 1st Place, 2nd Place, and the fan-favorite People's Choice Award.

Think you have what it takes? Students can sign up to audition here: I HAVE TALENT! Auditions will be held from 1:45-3:00pm on October 26th & 27th in the Cafeteria.

🎟️ Tickets to watch the event are $5, and children in grades K-6 are free with a paid adult. Concessions, including snacks and drinks, will be available for purchase throughout the event.

Want to help choose the People's Choice winner? Audience members can cast their vote by making donations in support of their favorite performer.

Come cheer on our Coyotes, celebrate student talent, and enjoy a night of Coyote pride and entertainment! 🌵💚💛🐾

Our ceramics program is looking for 150 shoe boxes with lids to help keep student artwork safe, organized, and protected throughout the semester. These boxes serve as individual storage containers for works in progress and will also be used to help students safely transport their finished ceramic pieces home at the end of each project.

If you have any clean, gently used shoe boxes with matching lids that you no longer need, please consider donating them to our ceramics classroom. Your donation will help us create a more organized studio environment and ensure that student artwork is properly cared for from start to finish.

All boxes can be delivered to room. 5-123.

Thank you for supporting our young artists!

Join us at Cypress Creek High School on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 5–8 p.m., for a Lincoln "Embrace for Good" event with Parks Lincoln. For every qualifying test-drive, Lincoln will donate $50 directly to the Cypress Creek High School Band, up to $7,500 in total donations.

Take a test-drive, give back, and help our band thrive!

Dual Enrollment Parent Information Session - Spring 2027 Registration

PHSC will be hosting a virtual DE parent information session on November 5th, that will focus on the registration process for Spring 2027. Join for a virtual dual enrollment parent information session on November 5th, from 6:00pm – 7:00pm! This event will focus on the process students need to follow in order to register for Spring DE courses. RSVP by November 3rd by completing this form.

Spring Registration Worksheet

The ​Spring 2027 Dual Enrollment Online Registration.docx​ is now available and linked on our district DE webpage. Please share the dates and deadlines as well as the worksheet with all your eligible students as well as their parents.

• New DE students must complete an online application at https://apply.phsc.edu/apply/

· The deadline for dual enrollment applications is December 1, 2026. Students who apply after this deadline will not be permitted to enroll in courses until the following semester. New students must meet with their high school counselor to discuss requirements for eligible test scores, and expectations of scheduling for semester 2 prior to applying.

· Returning PHSC DE students do not need to complete another application.

Pasco eSchool DE Classes Registration

Continuing in the spring 2027 term, students will self-register for Pasco eSchool courses following the directions linked below. Registration will open following the grade level windows as outlined in the ​Spring 2027 Dual Enrollment Online Registration.docx.

Please review the important notes below.

• Students will self-register for Pasco eSchool DE courses using these directions: Dual Enrollment Self-Registration for Pasco E-School_Written Tutorial.docx
• Students MUST still have a DE application on file AND a completed/approved Dynamic form for the course(s) they select (open now!)

Cypress Creek High School is looking for community members to join us for the Great American Teach-In on November 18th!

We’re looking for people from all walks of life and career fields who are willing to share their careers, experiences, talents, and knowledge with our students. You don’t have to be a teacher or a professional speaker. Just come talk about what you do, how you got there, and what you’ve learned along the way.

And we’re only asking for ONE HOUR of your time!

Our students benefit so much from hearing directly from people in our community and learning about careers and opportunities they may have never considered.

If you, a family member, friend, or colleague would be interested in spending an hour with our students, we would love to have you! Please reach out to me for more information.

One hour of your time could introduce a student to a career or path they never knew existed!

https://cchs.pasco.k12.fl.us/mform/view.php?id=529140

Cypress Creek High School’s Howl-O-Ween Pep Rally is coming up on October 30, 2026!

Students who want to participate in the pep rally games and represent their class can sign up in the Media Center from October 13–23.

Each grade level has its own costume theme:

• Freshmen: Vampires

• Sophomores: Aliens

• Juniors: Superheroes

• Seniors: Witches and Warlocks

All costumes and outfits must follow the school dress code. Masks and other face coverings are not permitted, but costume hats are allowed.

Get creative, show your class spirit, and join us for some spooky fun!

Students with 10+ unexcused absences or tardies will be required to report to a holdback room during the pep rally. Students may submit a Loss of Privilege Appeal Request by clicking here.

The deadline to have your senior photos taken is October 31. If you have not yet scheduled your portrait session, please do so as soon as possible. Appointment availability is becoming limited as the deadline approaches.

📸 Need to schedule your session?
Scan the QR code on the attached flyer or visit Gigante Productions to book your appointment.

✅ Already taken your senior portraits?
Don't forget to log in and select your yearbook pose by October 31. If a pose is not selected by the deadline, your yearbook photo may be chosen for you.

Senior year is a special milestone, and we want every student represented in The Howler yearbook. Please don't wait until the last minute to schedule your session or choose your pose.

Students looking for additional help with classwork, homework, studying, or test preparation are invited to attend Tutoring Tuesdays, sponsored by the National Honor Society (NHS). NHS student tutors are available to assist in a variety of subject areas and help students build confidence and improve their academic success.

📚 When: Every Tuesday, 1:34 PM - 2:40 PM
📍 Where: Room 1-210

CLICK HERE to sign up - or sign up via the static link in our Quick Links Section available in ALL Howler Hubs!

Whether your child needs support in a specific class or simply wants a quiet place to get academic assistance, Tutoring Tuesdays is a great opportunity to receive personalized help from outstanding student leaders.

Come try out for girls basketball October 26–27 from 1:55–4:00 p.m.! Make sure all athletic paperwork is uploaded and cleared before tryouts so you’re ready to play.

If you have any questions, please see Coach Crain!

Support Cypress Creek athletics all year long with a 2026–27 All-Sports Pass! One pass provides admission to boys’ and girls’ varsity and JV home games from August 17, 2026, through May 31, 2027.

Pass options:

• Student Pass: $33.50

• Single Adult Pass: $65

• Family of Four: $133.25 for four passes

Your phone serves as your ticket, making entry quick and convenient. Passes are valid for home games only and are not valid for postseason games.

One pass. Every sport. Purchase your pass today through GoFan: Buy Cypress Creek All-Sports Passes

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for local businesses and organizations to display their logos on our athletic fields. Through this opportunity, your brand will be recognized at approximately 100 athletic events per year, reaching more than 20,000 students, staff, parents, and community members. This is a great way to support our athletes while showcasing your brand throughout our community.

Interested? Reach out to Coach Hernandez for more information!

Your Cypress Creek Boy’s Soccer Team is looking for a Team Manager and Statistician.

This position will begin on October 19 and provides students with an opportunity to earn community service hours while supporting the boys' soccer program.

Team Manager Responsibilities:

• Assisting with team management duties.
• Keeping statistics during games
• Helping coaches as needed.

Families, we invite you to get involved and make a meaningful difference in our school community! Once approved, volunteers can support classrooms, chaperone field trips, assist at school events, and more. Apply today and help create memorable experiences for our students!

Currently, we need volunteers for:

• Acceleration Pancake Party (November 18th)
• Great American Teach-In (November 18th)
• Math Tutoring (ongoing)

Please reach out to Mr. Schmidt (bschmidt@pasco.k12.fl.us) if you're interested in supporting these eventsl

Join our Coyote Partnership Program and help create meaningful connections that strengthen our community! Volunteer your time, share your talents, or make a donation to support our mission. Sign up or give today and make a lasting impact as a Coyote Partner!

Quarter 1 Testing Dates
Key testing dates are listed below. Details will be shared via myStudent closer to each test. If your student is testing, please ensure they arrive by 7:05 AM and keep all electronic devices put away during testing.

Upcoming Quarter 1 Testing Dates:

• 8/26-8/28: FAST ELA PM 1​

• 8/26: 10th Grade​

• 8/27: 9th Grade​

• 8/28: Make-ups​

• 9/2-9/4: NWEA in Algebra I and Geometry Classes​

• 9/15: USH, Biology, and Geometry Make-ups​

• 9/16: FAST ELA Reading Grade 11 Retakes​

• 9/17: FAST ELA Reading Grade 12 Retakes​

• 9/18: FAST ELA Reading Make-ups​

• 9/23: BEST Algebra I Grade 11 and 12 Retakes​

• 9/24: BEST Algebra I Grade 9 and 10 Retakes​

• 9/25: Testing Make-ups​

• 9/29-10/10: Quarterly Check Window

Students in grades 9, 11, and 12 who wish to take the PSAT during the school day in October can register through Rycor by September 19, 2025. The fee is $14.

Testing & Graduation Info
Visit the CCHS Assessments page for details on testing and graduation requirements. Questions? Contact Kristina Padula, Assessment Coordinator, at kpadula@pasco.k12.fl.us.

We are proud to recognize our Quarter 1 HOWL winners for demonstrating one of the core pillars of the CCHS HOWL mission: Having a Growth Mindset! These students consistently embraced challenges, persevered through obstacles, learned from feedback, and showed a commitment to continuous improvement.

Throughout the quarter, students who exemplified a Growth Mindset not only received Coyote Cash but were entered into a raffle, and we are excited to celebrate our winners! Their dedication to learning and personal growth reflects the values that make CCHS a thriving school community.

👏 Thank you for leading by example and showing what it means to HOWL every day. Keep pushing yourselves, believing in your potential, and inspiring others to do the same!

Chloe Perkins

Jack Sanford

Halee Cook

Summer Lee

McCray Rogerson

Riley Hanson

Trey Pinson

Edil Bosquez Maldonado

Carlos Garrido

Julian Montolio

Zoe Santana

Kylie Carlyle

Benjamin Sanford

Addilyn Jonke

Valery Molina

Kaelynn Freeland

Adrianna Ahrens

Chloe Wood

Mia Echevarria

McKenna Council

Ian Rodriguez

Juan Laverde Munoz

Denis Marsden

Scarlett Martinez

Staff Contact List

Website: http://cchs.pasco.k12.fl.us/
Location: 8701 Old Pasco Road, Wesley Chapel, FL, United States
Phone: (813) 346-4400

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