Manvel HS eNews

Good Morning Mav Nation,

As we end October and enter November, I must stop and say thank you! October is one of the busiest months in the fall. From athletics to performing arts to FFA our students and teachers are working hard inside and outside the classroom.

Not only have our students and staff been busy with their teams, clubs and organizations, they added a busy Homecoming week, Brazoria County Fair, Marching Band Competitions, Fall Play, and Red Ribbon Week.

We had several student clubs and organizations participate in our HoCo parade and Fall Festival. Both of the events required extra hours and late nights for our students and teacher sponsors.

Majestics, Cheer and Band supported every football game, a community parade & pep rally and helped us pull off an incredible Glow in the Dark Pep Rally.

Theater closed out 3 days of Fall Show Performances and answered my call to help with the Glow in the Dark Pep Rally with only 3 Days to prepare.

Although most students and staff enjoyed a week off in October, football and volleyball were at MHS everyday during fall break whether it was for practice or a game.

Our student council organized a great homecoming week and red ribbon week for MHS and many of the STUCO officers are involved with other campus organizations.

The month of November is associated with giving thanks, so today I give thanks to my amazing students and staff members at MHS!

Hoka Hey!

Jamie Baldwin, Principal

Each year Generation Texas Week is recognized by the state of Texas as a week of activities to educate students and highlight the importance of higher education and other post-secondary options.

Scholarship Night and College Fair (Seniors encouraged to attend)

Date and time: Monday, November 3 from 5:30–7:00 PM

Location: Auditorium

Who will be there: Representatives from multiple Texas universities, information on the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo scholarships, and representatives from the Alvin ISD Scholarship Foundation.

Why attend: Learn about scholarship opportunities, submit questions to admissions and scholarship officers, get on-site guidance for next steps, and discover financial-aid options specific to Texas students.

What seniors should bring:

• A current transcript or unofficial copy if available;

• A list of questions and colleges of interest;

• Pen and notebook or a digital device for taking notes;

Endress+Hauser and Vector CAG engineering companies are excited to host their 5th Annual Community Career + Education Forum for students in grades 6–12!

This evening event is an excellent opportunity for students to:

• Explore STEM careers and local industries.

• Connect with college representatives.

• Enjoy dinner and dessert while networking.

Teachers, counselors, and administrators are also invited to join us.

The highlight of the night? The Alvin ISD STEM Bus will be on-site, featuring its AI dog and cutting-edge STEM career technology!

D’Eriq King is among the most notable alumni of Manvel High School, having made a name for himself with standout performances on the gridiron and leading the Mavericks deep into the state playoffs multiple times. Today, he carries the lessons he learned as a Maverick into his current role as Quarterbacks Coach at Southern Methodist University (SMU). Take a look at his inspiring journey in this latest edition of “Where Are They Now?”

Exciting news! Pre-orders are officially on the move!

If you placed your order before Underclass Picture Day, your photos are being shipped out today!

But that’s not all…

For students who didn’t pre-order, good news!
Photos are now available to view and order online. And here’s where we could use your help to spread the word:

Stay informed and connected with the latest updates and Hoka Hey Shoutouts from Principal Baldwin by following her Principal Instagram page.

She will be showcasing daily highlights so the community can see the great things happening daily at MHS.

ACC priority deadline for students interested in dual enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year will be April 1, 2026. ACC will be aligning with the deadlines of course selections for Alvin ISD in hope to have all students to complete the admissions requirements before the end of the school year.

ACC will offer information sessions monthly to begin informing students and parents earlier that have an interest in dual enrollment. The third session is Thursday, 11/6.

Attention Class of 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and Parents/Guardians-

Times have Changed !!!

Class Rings/Jewelry are NOW available for ALL Grades @ Anytime!

Why wait?

Order Now and get your Ring with 8-10weeks and start enjoying it NOW

Ordering Information:

Ring/Jewelry Catalogs available in the School Front Office.

Orders can be Paid in Full or placed with a $100 Deposit at School during Lunches.

Credit/Debit Card, Cash/MoneyOrder – payments can be made at anytime.

Design YOUR CLASS RING

Class Rings can be Ordered Anytime and Designed Online : Click HERE

If you wish to order at your convenience at home or on your phone:

Order online @ DillyCampusSupply.com

Or

You can visit the Dilly Campus Supply / HerffJones Office

1221 Lumpkin rd – Monday-Friday – 11-5

Beginning with the 2025–26 school year, parents must complete two forms in the Skyward Parent Portal:

• Health Notice and Consent Form
  
• Counseling Notice and Consent Form

Forms will be available beginning August 30, 2025, and must be submitted by September 12, 2025.

Please note: While parental consent is required for health and mental health services, certain legally required activities—such as behavioral threat assessments—require parental notification but do not allow an opt-out option under the law.

During the 89th Legislative Session, Senate Bill 12 was passed, requiring school districts to inform parents and guardians of their rights and to seek parental consent for students to participate in clubs.

Per SB 12: A school district or open-enrollment charter school must require the written consent of the parent of or person standing in parental relation to a student enrolled in the district or school before the student may participate in a student club.

Below is the Consent Form that must be completed for students to participate in clubs on campus.

Attention all Mavericks! Do you need assistance with homework, makeup hours, time to complete Edgenuity courses, access to computers and printers, or just need a quiet working environment after school? If so, Mav Lab might be the perfect place for you! Mav Lab is located in the library from 3-5 PM Tuesdays-Thursdays. We look forward to seeing you there!

SENIOR PARENTS - SAVE THESE DATES!

Mark your calendars for our upcoming Senior Parent meetings!

WHERE: MHS LGI Room (In-Person) or Join us on Zoom

BONUS: Earn points toward the BIG end-of-year event for EVERY meeting you attend - parents AND students!

We're planning something AMAZING for our seniors, and we need YOU to help make it happen! Get the inside scoop, share your ideas, earn prize points for your student, and be part of creating unforgettable memories.

Your input + Our planning = ONE EPIC SENIOR CELEBRATION!

Parents please check your email from CADY. Our picture company has been sending emails to all Class of 2026 families with emails registered in Skyward.

Unlike underclassmen pictures, every senior has the opportunity to take a selection of senior photos. CADY offers a variety of sessions but all seniors must sign-up for a session to ensure your picture is included in the Yearbook and in the slideshow that is shown before graduation.

If you do not want to complete a full photoshoot with CADY, at the bottom of "Choose Sessions", there is a yearbook only session for $10. The $10 sitting fee is a fundraiser for the senior class and is used to help lower the cost for the senior trip, prom, etc.

Don't want to go to the CADY Studio, No worries! There will be 4 Senior Roadshows were the studio will come to MHS. You still must BOOK the session online. This is a great option if you only want the Standard ($59), Simple ($29) or Yearbook Only ($10) session.

• August 7, 2025
• September 18, 2025
• October 30, 2025 (Date Change)
• December 4, 2025

As we look ahead to a successful 2025-26 school year, we want to make you aware of a new state law, House Bill 1481, which was passed by the Texas Legislature. House Bill 1481 prohibits students from using personal communication devices during the school day.

This law applies to:

• Cell phones
  
• Smartwatches
  
• Earbuds and headphones
  
• Tablets or any device that can text, call, record, or access the internet
  

In Alvin ISD, the expectation is simple: Not Seen. Not Heard. Not Taken.

Students may bring phones and personal electronic devices to school.

However, from the moment students enter the building in the morning until the final dismissal bell cell phones must be powered off or silenced, stored in a backpack or locker, and not used during class, passing periods, lunch, or restroom breaks.

Use in the Hallways

The use of personal communication devices in prohibited at all times.

Use at Lunch

Lunch is considered part of the school day so the use of electronic devices is prohibited under Texas Law.

Emergency Situations

Administrators may approve the use of cell phones in emergency situations where the device is necessary for the health or safety of students or others.

The Texas law requires school districts to administer disciplinary consequences if students violate the personal communication device policy in schools. Each infraction of this policy will result in the following escalating consequences:

• First offense – Device taken, returned to student
  
• Second – Parent must pick up
  
• Third – $15 fine + parent pickup
  

Refusal to hand over a device = disciplinary action per the Student Code of Conduct

Why this matters:

This law supports focused classrooms, respectful spaces, and safe learning for all.

Parents:

Please talk with your child about expectations before school starts. For emergencies, contact the campus office.

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