Manvel HS eNews

Good Morning Mav Nation,

As we close out March and begin April, I need your help in a few areas:

• Dresscode
• Cell Phones
• Student IDs
• Tardies

The students started the school year off strong but we must refocus on these district rules. Please speak with your students about being in dress code daily, putting their cell phone and electronics in their backpack all day, wearing their student ID and being on time to class. As I always say, if we can do the small things right, we will decrease the chances of a major safety issue on campus.

Seniors have 35 days of school left!

Freshman, Sophomores and Juniors have 39 days of school left.

The 4th Quarter is a busy time for ALL students. Parents & Guardians, it is important for your students to "lock in"! Turn in classwork on time, be present & on time daily, and follow the school rules. Below are some important dates in the 4th Quarter:

March 31st- SENIOR Panoramic

April 3rd- Good Friday (LAST HOLIDAY OF THE SCHOOL YEAR)

April 7th- English I STAAR (Passing STAAR is a graduation requirement)

April 9th- English II STAAR (Passing STAAR is a graduation requirement)

April 10th- SENIOR Picnic

April 14th- US History STAAR (Passing STAAR is a graduation requirement)

April 16th- Biology STAAR (Passing STAAR is a graduation requirement)

April 18th- PROM

April 23rd- Algebra I STAAR (Passing STAAR is a graduation requirement)

April 30th- Decision Day (SENIORS ONLY)

May 1st- Senior Trip

May 4th- AP EXAMS Start

May 8th- Hoka Hey Day

May 8th- PowderPuff Game

May 14- Seniors begin Final Exams

May 18th- Last day of School for SENIORS!

May 19th- Freshman, Sophomores & Juniors being Final Exams

May 19th- Graduation Practice and Senior Walks

May 20th- GRADUATION!!!

May 22nd- Last day of School

Is your student ready to dig into the science, culture, and tradition of Irish farming? The upcoming trip to Ireland offers a hands-on, immersive experience that brings agriculture to life beyond the classroom!

Parent Information Meeting: March 31st Don't miss your chance to learn more about this incredible opportunity! Join us to find out everything you need to know about the trip, what's included, and how your student can be part of this life-changing experience.

RSVP today at:https://rsvp.eftours.com/3ebeg4f Those who RSVP & attend the info meeting will qualify for a special enrollment scholarship!

Spots are limited — secure your student's place and help them discover the world!

Reach out to Group Leader Bree Clark for questions at cclark@alvinisd.net

Come out and support our award winning Majestics and Royals Dance Teams in their final performance of the year. Tickets are on sale now!

Presale - $15 VIP Tickets, $10 General Admission (Presale tickets through 5PM on April 9th)

At the Door - $15 for all seats

To RSVP- The link is - https://rsvp.eftours.com/esf52hz

For Questions please email- vicatron@gmail.com

MHS had 23 students participate in District UIL Academics at Dawson High School. Here are the top awards:

Karl Cezar won 1st place in Spelling and advanced to Region.

Gabrielle Johnson won 3rd Place in News Writing and advanced to Region.

Karl Cezar, Blake Cheng, Danah Tabada won 2nd Place Team in Spelling and are alternates for Region.

Blake Cheng, Eder Diaz, Brandon Lu and Jason Chee won 2nd Place Team in Mathematics and are alternates for Region.

Blake Cheng, Eder Diaz and Jesus Saucedo won 3rd Place Team in Calculator Apps.

Tiffany Doan, Jovanny Rivera and Megan Shaffer won 3rd Place Team in Literary Criticism.

Alaina Deams, Kiley Gonzalez, Isimbi Iribagiza, Richy Reji and Danah Tabada won 4th Place Team in Current Issues and Events.

Jason Chee, Isimbi Iribagiza, Skylar Pho and Jesus Saucedo won 4th Place Team in Science.

Alaina Deams, Samuel Cisneros, Isimbi Iribagiza, Christian Landaverde, Andrew Matute and Francesca Seville won 4th Place Team in Social Studies.

Kiley Gonzalez won 5th Place in Accounting.

Blake Cheng won 5th Place in Calculator Apps and in Spelling.

Ethan Watson won 5th Place in Copy Editing and 6th Place in Headline Writing.

Karl Cezar won 6th Place in Ready Writing

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

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.