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Thank you to the 160 families who participated in our recent survey. We are proud that 92% of respondents reported having a positive overall view of Cypress Creek High School, and 96% indicated they want their child to attend our school. Families highlighted our welcoming atmosphere, strong communication, dedicated teachers, academic focus, and the many opportunities available for students.

As we review your feedback, two areas will be priorities moving forward. First, we will do a better job sharing how family input influences decisions through regular "You Said, We Did" updates in the Howler Hub. Second, we will continue focusing on consistent student support and clear follow-through when concerns are raised, while strengthening academic supports for students who need additional assistance.

Thank you for your partnership and for helping us continuously improve Cypress Creek High School. Together, we will continue making CCHS a place where every student can thrive. 🐺💚💛

""B" Lunch Check Out - Have "B" lunch and want to leave campus to eat?

CCHS Website - Check out the CCHS Website

Civility Policy - Pasco County Respect & Civility Policy

College & Career Specialist Hub - Important Post-Secondary Info!

Contact Us - Emails for all Staff!

GoFan Tickets - Buy Tickets to Athletics Events!

Fortify FL - Submit a tip

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 - 11/2

9:30 - IND Programs to Sweetfield Farms

5:00 - Boys Basketball Tryouts

6:00 - JV Boys Soccer @ NCHS

67:30 - Girls Soccer vs. Sickles

7:30 - V. Boys Soccer @ NCHS

TUESDAY - 11/3

7:10 - Government Mock Voting in Top 4

6:00 - Swim & Dive Banquet, CAfe

WEDNESDAY - 11/4

7:10 - Math Prep Level 2 Sessions

3:30 - Girls Weightlifting @ WCHS

6:00 - Boys Lacrosse Interest Meeting, Cafe

THURSDAY - 11/5

7:10 - FHSAA Special Olympics Flag Football Regionals, St. Cloud High

9:00 - Florida Theatre Conference, Winter Haven

10:00 - New Student Brunch, Media

12:00 - State Swim Meet, Ocala

6:30 - Coyotes Got Talent Show, Cafe

6:30 - Girls Soccer vs. SLHS

FRIDAY - 11/6

8:00 Swim @ 3A State Championships, Ocala

9:00 - Florida Theatre Conference, Winter Haven

6:00 - V. Boys Soccer vs. Cristo Rey High School

SATURDAY - 11/7

7:00 - Band @ Zephyrhills Veteran's Day Parade

8:00 - Regional FPSA Competition

9:00 - Florida Theatre Conference

Did you know that all Pasco County Schools students have free access to Khan Academy and Khanmigo, powerful learning tools that can support student success both in the classroom and at home?

Khan Academy provides personalized lessons, practice activities, instructional videos, and test preparation resources across a wide variety of subjects, including math, science, reading, social studies, and more. Students can learn at their own pace, review challenging concepts, and get immediate feedback as they work.

Khanmigo is an AI-powered learning assistant that helps students think through problems, understand difficult concepts, and build confidence as independent learners. Rather than simply giving answers, Khanmigo guides students with questions and step-by-step support to strengthen understanding and critical thinking skills.

How Families Can Use It at Home

Khan Academy and Khanmigo are excellent resources for:

• Reviewing skills taught in class
• Getting extra help with homework
• Preparing for quizzes, tests, and exams
• Filling learning gaps in any subject area
• Exploring topics of personal interest
• Building strong study habits and academic confidence

Families can encourage students to spend a few minutes each week using these tools, ask them to share what they are learning, and celebrate their progress along the way. Whether a student needs additional practice, enrichment opportunities, or support with a challenging topic, Khan Academy and Khanmigo provide personalized assistance anytime, anywhere.

We encourage all Coyotes to take advantage of these free resources and continue learning beyond the school day. Small amounts of consistent practice can make a big difference in student growth and achievement! 🐾💚💛

Click here to check out the Family Resource Hub

Beginning Monday, November 2, Cypress Creek High School will be resetting all student tardies as we implement a new approach to support improved attendance and punctuality. This reset will provide all students with an equitable fresh start as we transition to a cumulative tardy system for the remainder of the school year.

Under this updated process, tardies will no longer reset at the end of each quarter. Instead, they will accumulate throughout the school year. This change is intended to reinforce the importance of students arriving to school and class on time and to encourage reflection on habits and routines that may be contributing to tardiness.

We are asking for your partnership in helping your child establish routines that support punctuality. Arriving on time is critical to student success. Students who are late miss important directions, instructional content, learning activities, and opportunities to engage with their teachers and peers.

It is important to understand that excessive tardiness will result in a progressive loss of privileges and disciplinary consequences, including referrals when students exceed the maximum allowable number of tardies. Our goal is not to punish students, but to help them build the responsibility and habits necessary for success in high school and beyond.

We encourage families to assist students with setting alarms, preparing for school the night before, and allowing enough time in the morning to arrive on campus and report to class before the bell rings.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we can ensure every Coyote is present, punctual, and prepared to learn every day.

You can CLICK HERE to refresh yourself on our CCHS policies

You can CLICK HERE to refresh yourself on the Pasco County Student Code of Conduct

At Cypress Creek High School, exceptional Coyotes leave a lasting mark on our school, and this month, we proudly celebrated two who have done just that!

Congratulations to our 2026-2027 School-Related Personnel of the Year, Ruthdali Torres, and our 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year, Phyllis Crain, as they received their personalized Coyote jackets and officially added their engraved paw prints to our Wall of Honor in the Front Office.

Their paw prints represent more than an award. They symbolize the dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment these outstanding Coyotes bring to our students, staff, and community each day. Through their hard work and leadership, they have helped shape the culture and success of Cypress Creek High School, leaving a legacy that will inspire future generations of Coyotes.

Thank you, Ruthdali and Phyllis, for all you do and for leaving your paw prints on the heart of Cypress Creek. 💚💛🐾

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!

P.S. This poster was created by Mrs. Hetzler-Nettles - come out and see Coyotes with Talent!

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!

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.

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.

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!

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!

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

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.

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!

Interested in joining the Creek Boys Lacrosse team? Join us on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Cypress Creek High School Cafeteria for our Boys Lacrosse Interest Meeting!

Students and families will have the opportunity to meet the coaches, learn about the upcoming season, discuss off-season plans, and review required paperwork. Whether you're a returning player or interested in joining the team for the first time, we encourage you to attend!

Interested in playing? Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the Lacrosse Interest Form. We look forward to seeing you there! Go Coyotes!

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.

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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