Manvel HS eNews

This Week

Thursday, May 1st: Hardest Working Senior Luncheon (invitation only), Senior Decision Day

Friday, May 2nd: Senior Trip (Must have purchased a ticket by 4/9)

Saturday, May 3rd: Athletic Physicals at MHS

Monday, May 5th: AP Testing Begins

Wednesday, May 7th: Powder Puff Game

Friday, May 9th: Hoka Hey Day

Monday, May 12th: AIMS Awards

Thursday, May 15th: Celebration of Academic Excellence Banquet

Monday, May 19th: Senior Walks at EC Mason, Savannah Lakes and Don Jeter, Senior Sunset

Tuesday, May 20th: Graduation Practice, Graduation (last day of school for Seniors)

Friday, May 23rd: Last Day of School (last day of school for 9th - 11th Grade)

9th -11th Grade ACC Dual Enrollment

ACC dual enrollment Summer School 2025 registration is open from April 2, 2025 until May 27. Summer schedule and registration forms are available in Office A136. Students must be test-ready and ACC application active in order to register for dual enrollment summer school.

Are you an incoming 11th or 12th grader in Fall 2025 who loves science, technology, engineering, or math?

Don’t miss your chance to make an impact and inspire the next generation of STEM learners through the Alvin ISD STEM Bus Internship Program!

Attention Students interested in Athletics or Fine arts! Manvel High School is hosting its annual Physicals on May 3rd here at MHS from 9 am- noon. Physicals are required to participate in athletics and fine arts so please come and take advantage of the opportunity. Cost will be $20. If you have any questions please see your coaches or director.

I am excited to share a fantastic opportunity for UIL students in need of sports physicals for the 25-26 school year. From April 15 to May 15, Next Level Urgent Care is offering these essential physicals at a significantly discounted rate of just $10 (regularly $40).

Our clinics are open seven days a week from 9AM to 9PM, making it easy for student athletes to get the necessary physicals done at their convenience. Plus, by downloading our free app, you can locate the clinic closest to you as well as get in line online for a quicker visit and minimal wait time!

Please spread the word to your student athletes about his convenient and cost-effective solution for obtaining their UIL sports physicals.

Thank you for your support!

All students received a copy of the Senior Graduation Catalogs at the presentation on Thursday, October 3, 2024. If you need another catalog, stop by the front office.

A cap and gown package can be ordered by clicking the link below.

If you are wanting to only order the cap and gown and not a package, click the link below and scroll all the way down to Grad Essentials.

My name is Alli Comings, and I am a Senior Community Engagement Specialist at SOLV Energy.

SOLV Energy is a solar contractor and services provider for the utility sector. We build large-scale solar facilities, like the Second Division Solar Farm in Brazoria County, that generate enough energy to power upward of 20,000 homes per year with clean electricity.

At SOLV Energy our mission is to make a positive difference in the communities we work and live in through projects that generate good energy for people and the planet. Beyond the projects we build, we often partner with schools and organizations near our jobsites to invest in STEAM education.

I wanted to pass along a scholarship opportunity to share with Manvel High School High School seniors. SOLV Energy is proud to announce the third annual launch of The PowerUp! Renewable Energy scholarship, awarding six students in the U.S. $1,500 each who demonstrate how they will use their future education to pursue a career related to clean energy.

More information, instructions and eligibility details are available at https://www.solvenergy.com/power-up-scholarship.

1) How to get a Permit

a) The Student must be clear of fines/fees/parking tickets or Special Circumstances present.

b) Fill out the Student Vehicle Registration form

2) What Information is Required

a) Driver’s License

b) Copy of insurance for the vehicle being driven with the student listed as a driver on the policy.

c) Completed form. Incomplete forms will not be accepted.

d) License plate or temporary plate number of the vehicle.

e) Signed and dated drug testing consent form.

f) Fee: $25.00

It is important for student to arrive to school on time. Students not in class by 7:20 AM will be sent to a tardy kiosk and marked late. Students are late if they are not in class before the bell rings each period.

Students are let into the building at 6:50 AM and students are dismissed to 1st period at 7:12 AM.

Students need to be in dress code everyday. Here are a few reminders:

1. Hair must be a natural color
2. Tights may ONLY be worn UNDERNEATH school appropriate shorts, skirts, pants, or dresses
3. Tights with a T-shirt is not acceptable.
4. Dresses, shorts, skirts and shorts should not be shorter than 3 inches above the knee
5. Tennis skirts are NOT in dress code
6. Holes/Frays in the shorts, skirts, pants and jeans can be no more than 3 inches above the knee.
7. Crop Tops and Tied up T-shirts are against the Dress Code. Students mid sections should be covered at all times
8. Hats, hoods or any other type of head covering should not be worn in the building
9. Sandals must have a back strap, slides are not in the student dress code

On January 14, 2025, the Alvin ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar.

Important Dates for Students:

• Transition students (Pre-K, Kindergarten, 6th grade, and 9th grade) will return to school on Monday, August 11, with all other students starting on Tuesday, August 12.

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