Marauders Weekly

• STAR Benchmark Window
• Clumsy Custard Horror Show Meeting, 3:15-4:00 PM

Thank you, Mitchell Families, for your invaluable partnership and cooperation in making the 2025-26 school year's first week a resounding success. The 9th Grade Jump Start on August 12 was a significant day for our 9th-grade students, allowing them to meet our staff and learn about the school's culture, expectations, and procedures. The rest of the week was equally important, allowing all grade levels to transition from the summer break to the school routine.

As we head into week two, a critical focus will be on the fall STAR benchmark English and Math testing. The benchmark window is August 19 to August 22. Benchmark assessments are used in education to evaluate student progress and performance toward grade-level learning goals. The goal at Mitchell High School is to have all students perform proficiently at their designated grade level. I am asking students, teachers, and parents/guardians to work together to ensure a high participation rate and demonstrate a high effort to obtain accurate data that will be used to drive instructional planning as we work toward higher levels of academic growth and achievement.

On Tuesday, August 19, Open House/Back to School Night will be held at Mitchell High School from 5 to 6:30 PM. We will begin the event in the auditorium, where families will receive a general overview of school processes and procedures. Parents and guardians will also have an opportunity to visit classrooms and teachers, providing the opportunity to put faces with names, ask questions, and exchange contact information. Parents and guardians are encouraged to join us for Open House/Back to School Night 2025.

Mitchell High School is getting WINS. Go Marauders!

-Mr. Smith

Join us for Back to School Night! This is a great opportunity to connect with teachers, learn about classes, and see what’s ahead for the school year. We look forward to welcoming our high school families

Student Schedules are ready to view in PowerSchool!

Schedules change requests can be made for the first two weeks of school. The last day to make changes to schedules is Wednesday, August 27, 2024. Changes will only be made to meet the graduation requirements. For example, you are enrolled in a class that you have already taken and passed. OR you are a senior and need a math credit, but you do not have a math class on your schedule.

Schedules will NOT be changed for reasons such as: you want to be in a different section because that is where your friends are. OR you don't like the elective you were given.

If you need to make a change to your schedule, please make an appointment with your counselor. All appointments are confirmed through your email.

Football- Joshua Browning (joshua.browning@d11.org)

Boys Soccer- Alex Dowdy (ronald.dowdy@d11.org)

Cross Country- Dorian Watson (dorian.watson@d11.org)

Girls Volleyball-Michelle Dreiling (michelle.dreiling@d11.org)

Unified Bowling-Michelle Dreiling (michelle.dreiling@d11.org)

Softball- Edwin Olin (edwin.olin@d11.org)

Cheer- Eboni Tubbs (eboni.tubbs@d11.org)

If you have any questions regarding fall sports, please email the associated coach. Prior to practice, athletes must have registered and have an updated physical. Online registration is officially open.

If you are interested in participating in sports, you must be registered and have a current physical to participate. Your parent/guardian must sign a BLUE card, clear it through the Athletic/Activities office, and then hand it to your coach. BLUE cards are available in the Athletics/Activities office.

Attached is the link to register for athletics.

https://students.arbitersports.com/mitchell-high-school/2025-2026-fall-athletics-registration-79

If you are interested in purchasing Mitchell Marauders apparel, please stop by the Athletics/Activities office and we will point you in the right direction! Let's reignite the "M" as a source of identity and honor!

Attention all talented folk!! Mainstage after school play auditions and backstage crew applications are coming up! The Clumsy Custard Horror Show is a ridiculous comedy that will have audiences rolling with laugher. No experience needed! Join us Wednesday, August 20th after school in the auditorium (3:15-4 PM) to find out what you need to do to become a part of the team!! More information can be found at Mitchelldrama.org.

Mitchell High School is seeking a dedicated Health Assistant to join our team. This role supports the health and well-being of our students and staff. If you or someone you know is interested, please see the attached document for position details and application information.

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education has a clear cell phone policy. It is important that everyone becomes familiar with this policy as we head into the new school year.

Please take the time to visit the link below to review the policy.

Student Cell Phone Policy - Colorado Springs Schools District 11 (d11.org)

The STAR Benchmark window is opened from August 19 - August 22. Students will be taking STAR ELA and Math Benchmarks.

STAR Benchmark helps educators identify and prioritize student need, drive appropriate instruction, set realistic goals, and track progress throughout the year, ensuring all students are on the right path toward future success. Show us what you know!

If you have question, please contact Ms. Lavery, Emily.Lavery@d11.org

Please complete the application at this link for free and reduced lunch.

The information on the application is confidential and will be used only to determine eligibility. Families only need to fill out one application for all children in their household.

The application does not require information about immigration, migrant, citizenship or refugee status. It does require either the last four Social Security numbers of the family member filling out the form or an indication that there is no Social Security number. This information is not reported to any organization outside of your school and school district.

There will be no after-school tutoring the week of August 18. Please be on the lookout for updates on when tutoring will resume.