Manvel HS eNews

TICKETS

• Tickets are $1 each but will be sold only in multiples of 5. ($5, $10 etc)
• Tickets will be sold before school, during lunches in the bell tower and during the event at ticket table
• Cash, card and tap options are available for ticket purchases. No cash cards at events

Bell Schedule

• Students will attend 1st -6th period with a modified 2 lunch bell schedule.
• JBH will run at their normal times. Students who do not go will receive an unexcused absence.
• Students who choose to leave and not participate must be checked out by a parent.

Dress Code

• Students are expected to be in dress code during the school day, but may change for field day. No crops, No swim wear, Shorts not less than track length.
• If students bring a bag, they are responsible to keep bags with them. Students will not be permitted to re-enter the class areas. We will not store bags for them.

Activities

• Game Truck, 3 on 3 basketball, and Kickball require signing up using QR code in addition to play/entry fee.
• Some activities are free but all food snacks are for sale.
• Students may watch 3 on 3 basketball, Field day, and Kick ball at no charge.

This Week

Monday, May 5th: AP Testing Begins, Resume Writing & Interview Workshop, Teacher Appreciation Week Begins

Tuesday, May 6th: Band Spring Concert

Wednesday, May 7th: Powder Puff Game

Friday, May 9th: Hoka Hey Day

Monday, May 12th: AIMS Awards

Tuesday, May 13th: Choir Pop Show

Thursday, May 15th: Celebration of Academic Excellence Banquet

Monday, May 19th: Senior Walks at EC Mason, Savannah Lakes and Don Jeter, Senior Sunset

Tuesday, May 20th: Graduation Practice, Graduation (last day of school for Seniors)

Friday, May 23rd: Last Day of School (last day of school for 9th - 11th Grade)

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.

On Thursday, May 2nd the MHS Chapter of FFA hosted it's end of year banquet. The evening was filled with celebrating all the accomplishments of the school year. Mr. Froberg was the guest speaker who shared words of wisdom with everyone and the night ended with senior speeches.

A special shoutout to the students below:

• Franklin Hart earned 2nd place at the district level and has moved on to the Area Level in public speaking.
• Leylin Tentory earned the spot of Gulf Coast District Student Advisor in FFA.
• Tyler Hart won District Star Greenhand and will compete at the area level.
• Savannah Sheffield won District Small Animal Proficiency and will compete at the area level.

I wanted to share some exciting news from the Health Science Department. Thank you ALL for your support on the flour baby project!

A special shout out goes to Parsons for being extra supportive in times of need!

Also, thanks to all the campus staff & teachers for their support on the Flour Baby projects. All students have completed their projects and we had minimal reports.

In addition, My classes were able to collaborate with the JBH Culinary Arts classes & donate 127 Pounds of “flour babies” for their future projects!

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!

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