The Pulse Post 9/8-9/12

We also want to give a special shout-out to our other Teacher of the Year finalists:

• Mr. James Boulware, Health & Sports Medicine teacher, whose energy and encouragement motivate students to push toward excellence.

• Dr. Tara Mitchell, Health Science teacher, whose mentorship and passion for building future healthcare leaders shine in everything she does.

Each of these outstanding educators embodies what it means to be #PulseProud, and we are grateful for the incredible work they do for our students and community every day. ❤️

MHSHS hosted an incredible College and Career Fair this week, welcoming representatives from nearly 30 colleges, universities, and post-high school programs! Students had the opportunity to explore future pathways, ask questions, and gain valuable insight into their next steps after graduation.

Thank you to all the institutions and organizations who joined us to support our students’ dreams and goals. Events like these open doors and inspire our students to see the many possibilities ahead! ✨

Our Peer Leaders brought the energy with a Labor Day–themed construction challenge that had everyone laughing, competing, and building teamwork! 💪🚧 From stacking cones to cheering each other on, students came together to celebrate the spirit of dedication, progress, and community that Labor Day represents. What a fun way to honor the holiday while keeping the Pulse strong! ❤️💙

Our AP Chemistry students dove into an Acid/Base Lab yesterday, and their excitement was contagious! 💡✨ From mixing solutions to observing reactions, they brought science to life in the lab.

Hands-on learning like this is what makes MHSHS such a special place—our students don’t just study chemistry, they experience it! 💙

A special thank you to Ms. Nakia Ross for guiding this exciting lab and creating opportunities for students to engage deeply with chemistry concepts. Your passion for teaching makes learning both fun and meaningful! 💡✨

• When: Saturday, October 25 (2025)

• What: 5K benefiting the GCPS Book Mobile

• Perks: Runners 18 and under get a free book

• School Challenge: The school with the most participants wins a Book Mobile visit

• Register: bookmobile5k.com (QR code available on the flyer)

The Little Book Spot is hosting a Writing Contest open to ALL in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉🇲🇽🇵🇷🇪🇸🇨🇴

✨ Explore the prompts, showcase your voice, and win prizes!
📝 Categories include:

• Heroism (Grades 3–5)

• Hope (Grades 6–8)

• Vision for the Future (Grades 9–12)

• Heritage & Strength (Adults 18+)

📅 Submission Deadline: September 19, 2025

Learn more about the prompts & prizes here 👉 thelittlebookspot.godaddysites.com/writing-competition-2025

Let’s celebrate stories of strength, culture, and heritage together! 💙

The MHSHS School Counseling Department is seeking new members for its 25-26 School Counseling Advisory Council. The purpose of the council is to provide feedback on the school counseling program goals, review school counseling program results, make recommendations for the school counseling program, and serves as an advocating tool for the school counseling program itself.

Input from all stakeholders (parents, students, teachers, administrators, and community members) is crucial to the development and success of our school counseling program. There are only TWO meetings yearly - one per semester. Please consider joining us for the 25-26 school year!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc89TwLosN1akKsAnpKNSlqN4cxVqzX8IkytDvdrNnIhU8HlQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Dear Parent/Guardian:

Children need healthy meals to learn. Gwinnett County Public Schools offers healthy meals every school day. Breakfast costs $1.75; lunch costs $2.50 for elementary and $2.75 at middle and high schools. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced-price meals. The reduced price is $.30 for breakfast and $.40 for lunch. The following information includes an application for free or reduced-price meal benefits and a set of detailed instructions. Below are some common questions and answers to help you with the application process.

• All children in households receiving benefits from Georgia SNAP or TANF are eligible for free
• Foster children that are under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free
• Children participating in their school’s Head Start program are eligible for free
• Children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant are eligible for free
• Children may receive free or reduced-price meals if your household’s income is within the limits on the Federal Income Eligibility Chart. Your children may qualify for free or reduced-price meals if your household income falls at or below the limits on this chart.

1. Free or reduced meal prices for a healthy, nutritious student meal.

2. Additional funding for technology and internet access.

3. Discounts on fees associated with the college application process.

4. Discounted fees for SAT, ACT, and AP exams along with other scholarship opportunities.

5. Increased funding to support education.

Starting next week, Chick-fil-A will be selling lunch during all lunch periods, Monday–Friday.

Menu items include:

• Chick-n-Strip™ Slider – $3.50

• Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap® (Half) – $4.50

Payments accepted: Cash or Card.

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Stay informed about important dates, breaks, and events

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Ask about what they're learning and how they're adjusting

The Back-to-School Guide is a digital resource with district information about the new school year. Previously called the “Virtual Back-to-School Backpack,” the Back-To-School Guide will be available after July 11, 2025, by clicking HERE

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