26-27SY HS Newsletter Q1
Ninja News
Welcome to the 2026-2027 School Year!
Welcome to a new school year! We are super excited that you are a Pasco eSchool Ninja! This newsletter will be your way to find out all of the things that are happening with Pasco eSchool. We look forward to all that is to come this school year.
Mrs. Wellington
Mrs. Reker
Mrs. Radle
Diploma and Assessment Information
Standard Diploma Requirements Academic Advisement – What Students and Parents Need to Know
High School Assessments Requirements:
- Pass Algebra 1 EOC or Concordant Score
- Pass Grade 10 FAST ELA or Concordant Score
- Take Biology EOC
- Take Geometry EOC
- Take US History EOC
Attendance Matters
Subject: New Absence Reporting System Now Available
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We’re pleased to announce the launch of a new absence reporting system for our school district. Starting now, all student absences should be reported through the myStudent Parent Portal.
To submit an absence:
- Log in to your myStudent Parent Portal.
- Navigate to the Forms section.
- Complete and submit the Absence Reporting Form for approval.
For step-by-step instructions and helpful resources, please visit:
👉 www.pasco.k12.fl.us/attendance/absence
We appreciate your continued support in helping us maintain accurate attendance records. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact the school.
PascoOne
Pasco ONE is Here!
Managing your child's school experience just got easier: Introducing your new, all-in-one mobile app for families. One App. Every Connection. Pasco ONE. With Pasco ONE, you'll have convenient access to important school information and services in one place.
Create your parent portal and download the app today at:
Progress Monitoring Assessments
9 & 10 ELA Progress Monitoring 1: September 4th at 9am at Pasco eSchool
Algebra & Geometry NWEA Progress Monitoring 1: virtual option w/ Teacher on Aug 28th and Sept 3rd OR September 10 at 9am at Pasco eSchool
9 & 10 ELA Progress Monitoring 2: December 3rd at 9am at Pasco eSchool
Algebra & Geometry NWEA Progress Monitoring 2: December 9that 9am at Pasco eSchool
If you have questions or need support, please contact your student's teacher or our Assessment Coordinator: Mr. Frank Britton (jbritton@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Fall Assessments
End of Course Exams (EOCs): Biology EOC, Algebra EOC, Geometry EOC, US History and Grade 10 ELA Retake (students who have previously taken this test only) September 24 & 25 at 9:00 am. These assessments take place at Pasco eSchool: 15144 Shady Hills Rd. • Spring Hill, FL 34610. Please use the link to sign up for the test(s) you want to RSVP for by Sept. 18th. Students can take only one assessment per day. Without an RSVP, your student may not be allowed to test. Sign Up Here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Fe95hjx62z
PSAT on October 15th: Free for full-time 10th graders, and $18 for 11th and 12th graders who wish to test (payable in Rycor). Sign up for PSAT is required by 9/18.
Sign up link for 10th graders for PSAT:https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/mMU8qPjihG
Sign up link for 11th/12th graders for PSAT:https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/wZQRmMmmyJ
ACT-NCR (Non College Reporting) on October 22-23 : Free for full-time 12th graders. This score is NOT reported to colleges, and can only be used as a concordant score for Seniors to meet graduation requirements. Sign up for ACT-NCR is required by 9/25.
Sign up link for 12th graders for ACT-NCR: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hV0yqwGTsu
Please contact Mr. Frank Britton (jbritton@pasco.k12.fl.us or 813-346-1900) if you have questions or want to register your student for these assessments.
Winter Assessment information
The following assessments for are scheduled for in-person, on campus testing for full-time eSchool students:
December 3: Progress Monitoring 2 for ELA, for students in English1 and English 2
December 9: Progress Monitoring 2 for students in Algebra 1 & Geometry
December 16: Algebra 1 EOC retakes, for students how need to meet the graduation requirement. (not currently enrolled in Algebra).
Senior Meetings
We will be hosting virtual Senior Meetings for families on Thursday, September 24th 2 6pm. This is an opportunity for seniors and families to learn more about the requirements and needs of the senior year.
Teams link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/214480543515929?p=rwNll8Kzy3AonkYEnd
Meeting ID: 214 480 543 515 929
Passcode: 67FL7Bd6
Pasco Students Speak @ eSchool
We are excited to share with you the annual #PascoStudentsSpeak student research project! This project presents an opportunity for students to engage in learning tasks aligned to Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards for English Language Arts, while building knowledge communicated through academic research, writing, and speaking. The culminating event provides students with the opportunity to share their discoveries relating to their personal inquiry topic. We know students will dive deeply and work diligently on their speeches throughout the year. Pasco eSchool is excited to bring this opportunity to our students! Pasco Students Speak is an event that is hosted throughout all Pasco County Schools to allow all students the opportunity to showcase their speeches, projects, and positivity.
The theme for this year is: Evidence & Explanation: With Scientific Ideas Come Scientific Responsibility. Click Here to view the Secondary PSS Overview.
Please reach out to
Save the Date - Picture Day
Picture Day: November 13, 2026: 9:30am-1pm @ eSchool
It's picture day time! This is for the yearbook, and if you would like to purchase any prints, you are able to. Students who are attending HSHQ will automatically be given time to get their picture taken on November 13th.
Xello
Xello (found in your MyPascoConnect) is a comprehensive online platform designed to empower students in career exploration, academic planning, and life skills development. The platform engages students through interactive tools and immersive career profiles with real-world interviews and visuals, enabling them to discover career paths and set achievable goals.
Key features of Xello include:
Self-Discovery: Interactive assessments help students understand their unique interests, skills, and preferences, which can guide them toward future career choices.
Career Exploration: Students can explore a wide range of career and educational pathways, watch interviews with professionals, and access labor market data, giving them an authentic glimpse of potential futures.
Personalized Planning: Students can build custom profiles, set short- and long-term goals, and create a roadmap for academic success, including course selection, college applications, and career aspirations.
Preparation for the Workforce: Xello also prepares students for work by helping them build professional resumes, create shareable portfolios, and explore local work-based learning opportunities.
Inclusive and Accessible: The platform is translated into Spanish and supports additional languages, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for students from various backgrounds.
Pasco eSchool
Expanding access for all Pasco County students to rigorous, relevant curriculum that incorporates skills and knowledge students need to succeed in the 21st Century.
The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and educational activities or in its hiring and employment practices. To report violations of this policy, contact: District School Board of Pasco County Equity Manager/Title IX Coordinator: Office for Employee Relations, (813) 794-2322, sblue@pasco.k12.fl.us.
Email: rzick@pasco.k12.fl.us
Website: http://eschool.pasco.k12.fl.us
Location: 15144 Shady Hills Rd. • Spring Hill, FL 34610
Phone: (813) 346-1900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pascoeschool
Twitter: @Pasco_eSchool