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

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Civility Policy - Pasco County Respect & Civility Policy

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

Contact Us - Emails for all Staff!

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GoFan Tickets - Buy Tickets to Athletics Events!

New Staff - Meet our Newest Staff Members!

New Student & Family Hub - Important School Policies & Procedures for New Families!

Pre-Approved Absence Request - Request pre-approval for school absences!

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 - 4/20

Both Lunches - Pasco Sheriff Explorers Program

2:00 - National Anthem Tryouts, Cafe

6:30 - Orchestra Spring Concert, IPAC

7:00 - V. Softball vs. NCHS

Tuesday - 4/21

8:00 - Tennis @ Regionals

Wednesday - 4/22 - BRING YOUR CHILD TO WORK DAY!

9:00 - Senior Pep Rally

Both Lunches - Kona Ice & Tom's Coffee

Thursday - 4/23

7:10 - AICE General Paper Exam, Cafe

8:00 - Tennis @ Regionals

9:30 - Walsworth 2026 Spring Premier @ Dave & Busters

1:45 - AP PreCalc Mock Exam, Cafe

6:30 - Softball vs. First Academy

Friday - 4/24

7:00 - All Pro Dads, Gym

10:00 - Track District Championships, CCHS Stadium

7:00 - Baseball @ Regional Quarterfinal, TBD

Saturday - 4/25

4:00 - Festival of the Arts, CCHS Campus

In Journalism at Cypress Creek High School, the possibilities are truly endless. For the first time ever, The Howler yearbook was featured in Walsworth’s Possibilities Volume 11 for its 9th edition titled “Until It.”

As Walsworth describes the purpose of Possibilities: “Great yearbooks don’t happen by accident. They begin with a spark, a direction and a team ready to make something unforgettable. This volume of Possibilities is packed with inspiration to help you do exactly that.”

Volume 11 is currently being sent to and used as an example by thousands of yearbook programs across the nation, placing The Howler among publications that set the standard for excellence in student journalism.

The recognition arrived by mail and was unboxed during yearbook class, where Editor‑in‑Chief Rafer proudly read the announcement aloud to staff—marking a milestone moment for the program. This honor celebrates the creativity, leadership, and dedication of Cypress Creek High School’s student journalists and highlights the impact of their work on a national stage.

This week our Spanish classes participated in the Spanish Restaurant Simulator, where students fully engaged in an immersive, real-world experience. Students took on roles as customers and restaurant staff, using target-language vocabulary and structures to order food, ask questions, and interact appropriately in Spanish.

Students were highly motivated, had a great time, and—most importantly—applied what they are learning in a meaningful way. This activity focused on proficiency and survival language, giving students the confidence to communicate in a real-life situation. After today, we can confidently say students won’t go hungry—they now know how to survive in a Spanish-speaking restaurant! 😊

*New: Free SAT & ACT Practice Tests

Pasco Advocates PTSA, in partnership with The Princeton Review, is offering free online SAT and ACT practice tests for eligible students. No cost, no PTA membership required—students can register by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

Tuesday Tutoring - Our National Honor Society students offer tutoring EVERY TUESDAY. You can CLICK HERE to sign up!

Academic Lunch (Daily) - Students who are missing assignments in class are signed up by their teacher's to attend Academic Lunch. Want your child to attend? Email their teacher and ask for them to be assigned!

Khanmingo for ALL students: Students now have access to Khanmigo through myPascoConnect. After clicking “Create New Account” to activate their SSO login, they can use Khanmigo for support in SAT prep, Algebra I, Geometry (B.E.S.T. Standards), US History, Science, ELA, and AP courses. Teachers can also assign videos and resources directly through Khanmigo, which offers a wide range of helpful tools for classroom use.

ASSESSMENT PREP MATERIALS FOR ALL LEARNERS:

Student Assessment Preparation - CLICK HERE to get up to date information on how to prepare for all upcoming Statewide Assessments.

Cypress Creek High School invites fathers and father figures to attend our upcoming All Pro Dad Meeting with their students on Friday, April 24 at 7:00 a.m. in the CCHS Gym. This month’s theme is Freedom.

Participants will enjoy a Chick‑fil‑A breakfast, have opportunities to win prizes, and take part in meaningful conversations that strengthen family connections and student success. Students who attend will receive 1st‑period SRA credit.

Families are encouraged to RSVP using the QR code or link on the flyer or by CLICKING HERE. We look forward to welcoming our Coyote community!

Do you own a business and are looking for a tax write-off? Would you like to help us say thank you to the incredible people who support our students every day?

We are celebrating Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, May 4–8, and will be recognizing over 200 staff members. We are seeking donations to help make this week special and would be grateful for any of the following contributions:

• Coupons to your place of business
• Free items or services from your business
• Food or treats to feed our staff
• $1 scratch-off lottery tickets for our Month of May Madness daily giveaways
• Monetary donations (accepted through Rycor) Click "Staff Appreciation 2026" to donate!

If you’re interested in donating or would like more information, please email Mrs. Hetzler-Nettles or feel free to drop off donations in the front office prior to May 4th.

Thank you for partnering with us to celebrate and appreciate our amazing staff!

Aloha, Coyotes! Get ready for some tropical vibes at our Purple Paradise Luau Pep Rally on Wednesday, April 22nd.

This pep rally is all about celebrating our Seniors, so come ready to bring the energy, school spirit, and loud cheers. Rock your purple, throw on a luau-inspired outfit, and help us make this a fun and memorable celebration for the Class of 2026.

Don’t miss out—it’s going to be island vibes, school pride, and senior celebration all in one! 🌊💜

Get ready to experience Echoes, our 5th Annual CCHS Festival of the Arts, on April 25th from 4:00–7:00 PM! This exciting evening celebrates the creativity and talent of students across our learning community and will feature art and music by students from our local elementary schools, Cypress Creek Middle School, and Cypress Creek High School.

We are inviting you to experience our art art gallery showcasing more than 800 student works, along with engaging live performances featuring band, jazz band, orchestra, and choral students. Together, these exhibits and performances highlight student voice, creativity, and expression.

Families and community members are invited to join us for this inspiring evening as the arts come alive at Cypress Creek.

Juniors and families are invited to join us for College Night as we walk through the “Four Seasons” of the college planning process. This session will break down what to expect over the next year—from preparing this spring and summer to navigating applications in the fall and making decisions in the spring of senior year. This will be held in the CCHS Cafeteria.

The opening of the second Pasco Pathways School Choice and Innovative Programs Window for the 2026-27 school year will open on April 13th at 8 a.m. and will close on April 17, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Please make sure to visit the home page of the Pasco County School Choice Website at https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/ed_choice to find the link and access the school choice application and directions. All applications for school choice must be entered online through the parent portal in myStudent.

Student leaders wanted! The Student Government Association (SGA) will be accepting nominations for the 2026-2027 school year. Students may run for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Historian, or Advertiser.

Interested candidates should pick up a teacher recommendation form from the Media Center or a class sponsor. Eligibility requirements include a 3.0 weighted GPA, no Level 2 or 3 disciplinary referrals, and limited minor infractions and unexcused absences.

Nominations run from April 13–14, campaigning will take place April 15–17, and voting will be held April 20–21. Winners will be announced at the Pep Rally on April 22—step up, get involved, and help shape the future of our school!

Complete your nomination by clicking here!

Reminder - You may only run for your assigned class. If you do not meet the eligibility requirements, your name will be removed from the ballot and you will receive an email explaining the reason. Please contact your class sponsor with any questions or concerns.

Applications are now open for Carnival Cruise Line’s second annual paid summer internship program for high school students!

This eight-week paid summer program is designed for high school students aged 17+ who will work directly with the guest port services team to learn the inner workings of cruise terminal operations. They will get a behind-the-scenes look at how Carnival’s cruise operations run at the port while building real-world skills and exploring careers in travel and hospitality.

The program runs from June through August. Spots are limited, and applications are open now through June 8, 2026.

Students can learn more and apply at: 2026 Summer Internship Program at Carnival Cruise Line

Get ready for an unforgettable prom season! Court nominations open April 15–16, with nominees announced on April 17. Students can cast their votes April 20–21, and the official Prom Court will be announced at the Senior Pep Rally on April 22.

🗳️ Voting will take place through Microsoft Forms. Students must be signed into their Pasco Connect email and may vote once only.

Mark your calendars and be sure your voice is heard!

Celebrate the talents of our student musicians at the CCHS Orchestra and Guitar Spring Concert on April 20, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the IPAC Concert Hall. This evening performance will showcase a variety of pieces highlighting the skill and dedication of our orchestra and guitar students. Tickets are $6, and our families, staff, and community is invited to come out and enjoy a wonderful night of live music and support the arts at CCHS.

We are excited to offer students the opportunity to attend the Beyond Career & Tech Expo on April 21st at Land O’ Lakes High School. This event will connect you with career programs, employers, apprenticeships, and military representatives to help you explore your next steps after graduation.

Only the first 22 students who sign up will be able to attend, so don’t wait! Transportation will be provided by bus to and from the event, and there is no cost to participate.

If you are interested, please complete the MachForm as soon as possible to reserve your spot.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Do you sing, play an instrument, or both? This is your chance to shine in front of a large crowd! Audition to perform the National Anthem at this year's Graduation on June 9th. Click the link to sign up and get scheduled for an after-school tryout on April 20th. Try out for the National Anthem! 🎤🎺

We are excited to share that Howlabration invitations have already been sent to recognize our outstanding Cypress Creek High School students. This special event honors exceptional academic achievement across our campus.

Event Information:

• April 30, 2026 in the CCHS Gymnasium
• 9th & 10th Grade Ceremony - 8:00 AM-9:00 AM
• 11th & 12th Grade Ceremony - 9:30 AM-10:30 AM

We look forward to honoring our students and celebrating this wonderful day together. Keep an eye out—invitations will be arriving soon!

* Please note that early check-outs from school will not be permitted after Howlabration. Students with unexcused absences will not be permitted to make up missed assignments per the Student Code of Conduct.

Get ready to say, “Here we go again!” because the Coyote Theatre is bringing the beloved musical Mamma Mia! to the stage this spring! Join us for a dazzling night of music, laughter, and disco magic as our talented theatre students light up the stage with one of Broadway’s most iconic productions.

📅 April 29 – May 1, 2026

⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 PHSC Instructional Performing Arts Center (IPAC)

🎟️Tickets are available on GoFan for $15.00

Let’s pack the theatre and celebrate the incredible work of our Coyote Theatre students. “Take a chance on us" and grab your tickets today!

Cypress Creek High School invites students to an unforgettable evening of elegance and celebration at the 2026 Masquerade Ball: Diamonds Are Forever on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM at TPepin’s Hospitality Centre in Tampa.

Prom tickets may be purchased only by Juniors and Seniors. Freshmen and Sophomores may attend only as guests of a Junior or Senior. (Guest Request forms ARE NOT required for CCHS students, not matter what grade level).

Guest Request Forms are required only for non‑CCHS guests.
CCHS students from any grade level may be brought as guests without completing a guest request form.

All non‑CCHS guest forms must be submitted by April 24 at 2 PM. Guest forms are available on the CCHS School Website, or printed copies are available in Student Services.

Tickets are available through Rycor at the following prices:

• $115 on March 20
• $125 on April 13
• $150 on April 27

Pasco County teens are invited to celebrate prom season in style—at no cost! The Pasco Teen Project is hosting a Free Prom Dress Boutique Event on April 22 from 4:00–8:00 PM at Signature Workspace at Wiregrass Mall.

Students can shop a beautiful selection of prom dresses and find the perfect look for their special night—completely free. This event is designed to make prom accessible, inclusive, and stress-free for local families.

Registration is required, so be sure to scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve a spot. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to help our teens shine!

Together, we’re making prom dreams come true — one student at a time. 👑✨

Our boutique‑style experience provides students with everything they need for their big night, including:
👗 Short & long gowns
🤵 Suits & tuxedos
👞 Dress shoes, belts, ties, socks & heels

Thanks to partnerships with local businesses, some students may also receive services such as haircuts and self‑tanning.

📌 A $20 minimum donation is required at the time of shopping to help offset inventory costs and ensure a wide range of sizes and styles.

📱 Students must present their digital school ID from their official phone app at check‑in.

The Summer 2026 PHSC DE Registration Worksheet is now available on the Pasco DE Webpage with important upcoming dates and deadlines for summer registration.

• Important Note: Current 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students NEW to dual enrollment must submit the online application with a deadline of May 3rd, 2026.
• New students need to have eligible test scores prior to applying.
• Returning PHSC DE students do not need to complete another application.

• Completion of the Student Orientation online is also REQUIRED for all DE students. Students who have not completed this course will not be able to register for Summer courses. Visit https://accelerated.phsc.edu/dual-enrollment/orientation to access directions on how to complete the orientation.
• Please note that students who are taking an online course for the first time must complete the online readiness course through Canvas. Completion of the PHSC online readiness course is required prior to registering in any online dual enrollment courses. We highly encourage all students to access and complete the online readiness course now.
• Summer 2026 Online Request Form (Dynamic Form), is now available and can be found here.
• Pasco eSchool course are not offered during the summer.

Textbooks (Spring Return and Summer Pick-up)

• Spring 2026 textbooks must be returned before receiving Summer textbooks. ​​​See return dates and locations here.​​ ​
• Please review ​​THIS SPREADSHEET​​ for directions on how you will obtain your materials for Summer 2026.
• Students who are registered by May 1st in Banner and the course has a digital textbook that can be sent through email, it will be sent to their PHSC email address.
• Students who are registered by May 1st in Banner will have their physical materials delivered to their designated pick-up site, ​​​​​​​​​LISTED HERE​​​​​​​​​, on the dates and times listed below.
• If a student registers for a course after May 1st and a textbook is required, they need to complete THIS FORM and review ​​​​​​​​​THIS SPREADSHEET​​​​​​​​​ to verify if a textbook is required.

Welcome to Coyote Countdown — your hub for all Class of 2026 updates! Check here (the Graduation tab on the CCHS website) each week for reminders, deadlines, and senior-year news. Let’s make your final year at the Creek unforgettable!

⌛Shout-Outs and Senior Letters 💌

Families of the Class of 2026 graduates can purchase a "Shout Out" to be displayed at the graduation ceremony on Tuesday, June 9th! Each "Shout Out" is $25.00 via RYCOR. Click on this LINK to send your graduate a message! All submissions due no later than, Monday, April 27, 2026.

🔠 All the Things 💜

Senioritis is real, no one is denying it! You have entered your FINAL quarter of high school. Attendance, grades and behavior are still extremely important. If you are taking a class online via Pasco eSchool or FLVS, your course must be completed by April 30th. You have made it this far...DON'T GIVE UP NOW!

🎓 Graduation Fees

Graduation fees are now $130. Please pay through RYCOR in myPascoConnect to stay on track for senior events. Time is ticking...⏰

🎓 Graduation Requirements Reminder

To participate in the June 9, 2026 graduation ceremony, seniors must meet all graduation requirements by May 29, 2026 (last day to submit assignments: May 26th):

• Complete all credits for the 18‑ or 24‑credit diploma
• Maintain a 2.0 unweighted GPA
• Meet all state testing requirements

Important: Florida no longer issues Certificates of Completion. Students who do not meet requirements will not earn a diploma or participate in graduation.

If a student is still off track in March, families will be contacted to discuss alternative pathways. Please check the parent portal regularly and reach out with questions.

Semester 2 Test 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.

• 4/8: Grade 9 Writing
• 4/9: Grade 10 Writing
• 4/10: Writing Make-ups
• 4/23: AICE General Paper #1 Exam
• 4/29: AICE General Paper #2 Exam
• 5/18-5/26: End-of-Year Testing

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

Score Reporting & Accessing Student Results

For details on individual tests, visit the CCHS Assessment page or the District SIA website. Testing locations will be posted via the QR code on flyers in CCHS classrooms and the courtyard on the morning of each test. Please note: dates, times, and locations are subject to change.

CLT Scores

If your student took the CLT at home, scores are not automatically uploaded. Please email score reports to Kristina Padula so they can be added to myStudent and your student can be removed from testing rosters.

How to View Scores
Scores are available through the Pasco Parent Portal. Log into myStudent and click your child’s name, then select Test History. Click the gray arrow next to each test to view basic results. To access more detailed reports, click the Portal icon in the top left, then select Florida Statewide Assessments. Scores typically appear within 24 hours of testing. Individual Student Reports and charts will be available shortly after.

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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