Manvel HS eNews

Wow! What an incredible journey this has been. As we cross the finish line of the 2026 Turtle Race, our hearts are absolutely full. We want to extend a massive, heartfelt thank you to everyone across our district!

Your energy has been nothing short of infectious. From the creative campus spirit days to the late-night adoption pushes, you have shown exactly what makes this district so special. Because of your hard work and dedication, we are able to continue providing vital support and opportunities for our students and teachers. You didn’t just adopt turtles; you invested in the future of Alvin ISD, and for that, we are eternally grateful!

The competition was fierce, the momentum was unstoppable, and today, we are thrilled to celebrate our final standings!

The 2026 Turtle Race Podium

1st Place (Overall Grand Champion): Manvel High School – 1,641 The Mavericks have done it! With a staggering final count, Manvel High School has set a new standard for school spirit, leading the entire district as our Top High School and Overall Champion.

2nd Place: Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary – 741 A truly heroic effort from our Top Elementary leaders! Brothers Elementary captured the hearts of the community and secured the silver medal with a massive surge that carried them all the way to the district podium.

3rd Place: Dr. Ronald E. McNair Junior High – 551 The Eagles held strong! McNair Junior High finishes as our Top Junior High and takes the final spot on the district podium after a hard-fought and inspiring race.

we are excited to announce that The Houston Methodist Hospital Rising Stars Summer Enrichment Program 2026 Intern and Mentor Applications are NOW OPEN!

*PLEASE NOTE: We ask that students acquire a letter of recommendation from their current school counselor or science teacher as a part of their application process. We ask that student recommenders to please submit their letter on the applicant's behalf to, kpjohnson@houstonmethodist.org. Students should not have any interactions or viewings to their letter prior to submission. Student applications will not be considered fully submitted until we receive their letter of recommendation.

It's time to create your Seller page for the Little Caesars fundraiser!

Help us raise money for the End of Year Celebration - earn points, and share with family and friends everywhere a delicious dinner option! Sign Up Today! Every order helps!!

• If you are NOT a senior or junior student or parent and just want to place an order, find a student with a seller page and place your order, or email 2026mhsprojectgraduation@gmail.com

Texas Southern University is hosting the TMCF SOAR Scholars Program from June 14–19, 2026, exclusively for high school juniors. This exciting, week-long program lets students explore college admissions, experience campus life on an HBCU campus, and learn what college is really like—all while building leadership skills and connections.

Best part? It’s completely FREE thanks to the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, an organization dedicated to supporting students at HBCUs through scholarships, leadership development, and educational opportunities.

The 2026 TMCF SOAR Program Application is available here.

Eligibility: Current juniors (class of 2027)

TSU Program Dates: June 14-19, 2026

Program Requirements:

• High school transcript (official or unofficial)
• Submit a letter of recommendation from an academic teacher, administrator, advisor, coach or counselor at your school
• Write a personal statement (250-300 words) responding to the following prompt:
• What are your short-term and long-term goals after high school? How can your participation in the TMCF SOAR Program assist you in achieving these goals? (Note: In your response, reflect on how your experiences have shaped your goals and motivation).

All application materials must be submitted with the application. For questions about the TMCF SOAR application process, please email soar@tmcf.org .

TSU Application Deadlines:

Priority Deadline – April 15, 2026, Final Deadline – May 1, 2026

A virtual information session will be hosted on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6PM CT for students, parents, and counselors to share information about the program and application process. Please click here to register for the information session.

Apply for SAVYs:

Applications are now open!

Applications are linked at the following webpage: https://www.moodygardens.com/get_involved/teen_volunteers/

If you would like to be added to our email list: https://forms.gle/U8SneRxnwWwNrwYr6

• Application, Letter of Recommendation and Report Card must be received by: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:00pm

Congratulations to Senior- Bettina Oducado, Freshman- Ajah Varghese and Senior- Asha Varghese who advanced to the state competition for DECA. The students are lead by Advisor, Ashley Bradshaw.

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.

Dear Manvel High School Families,

At Manvel High School, the safety and well-being of our students is our highest priority. We are asking families to help us reinforce the importance of students remaining on campus once they arrive in the morning.

With the opening of McDonald’s on Wednesday, 12/3, students were observed crossing Highway 6 to reach the restaurant, moving across the busy roadway in front of traffic. Students have also been seen walking along Highway 6 in the morning to visit Shipley’s Donuts. This presents a serious safety concern due to the heavy traffic and limited pedestrian access along this roadway. For the protection of all students, this practice must not occur.

As outlined in Alvin ISD policy, once students arrive on campus, they are required to remain on campus until dismissal. This policy is in place to ensure that students are supervised and safe throughout the school day. Leaving campus without authorization is not permitted.

We ask for your support in reinforcing this expectation with your student. Together, we can ensure that Manvel High School remains a safe environment where students can focus on learning and growth.

Thank you for your partnership in keeping our students safe.

Sincerely,

Jamie Baldwin

Manvel High School Principal

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!

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.