This Week at MHS

• STUDENTS DO NOT HAVE SCHOOL ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd.

• High-achieving 10th and 11th graders - If you are interested in applying for one of the 11 Tennessee Governor's School programs this summer, before 11/13, please complete this Microsoft form. For more information about Governor's School, please visit current Gov School programs.

• 331 of 362 Seniors have completed the TN Promise application. If you haven't yet submitted the application, this is the last reminder. Apply: https://www.collegefortn.org/tnpromise/

• Rebecca McPherson from Pellissippi State came to MHS to help students register on Tuesday, 10/20, but many kiddos were absent. If your student has not registered for his/her PSTCC DE block, that needs to happen NOW before classes fill.

• Current Maryville College DE students will be able to register for spring semester classes starting Friday, October 23rd. MC no longer publishes a class schedule to send, but students can log into their Highlander Hub accounts and see available classes for the spring semester.

• MHS will host a Veterans Day Assembly on Thursday, November 5th. Please email Amanda.Russell@maryville-schools.org if you are (or know) a veteran who wants to attend.

Our Spanish 4 students partnered with Culinary 1 students last week to make traditional Mexican tamales. On the first day, students learned about the history and cultural significance of tamales. On the second day, they put their knowledge into practice in the kitchen, working together in teams. On the final day they learned how to properly plate and garnish their tamales.

Spanish 4 students were challenged to communicate only in Spanish while working in the kitchen. All of the students followed a Spanish-language recipe as they prepared the masa, made the meat and sauce, assembled the tamales, and prepared them for steaming.

Learning at its best!

This year's pie sales will open on October 30th and close on November 11th. All pies and Pumpkin Roll are $15 (mini pie sampler is $18) . We will be delivering to the main office of all MCS schools for MCS Staff only, Please note that those orders must be prepaid via check or cash delivered on the Pony to Kaysey Sanford.

Pick up at the Culinary Arts Building of MHS will be from 9am - 3:30 pm and Delivery from 10:30 am -2pm on Tuesday November 24th.

Here is the link for ordering Maryville High School Culinary Arts Thanksgiving Pie Sale 2026 – Fill out form

Regular Bell Schedule

11:30 am Employer of the Day: Blount Excavating

6:00 pm Band Booster Meeting

Professional Day – No School for Students

9:00 am PD Meeting

5:30 pm Lady Rebels vs Webb

Regular Bell Schedule

8:30 am PreAct Make Ups

12:30 pm PTSO Meeting @Greenhouse

Morning Activity Bell Schedule - SINGO AT LUNCH TOO!

9:50 am Veterans Day Assembly

11:30 am Employer of the Day: TN Bureau of Investigations

3:30 pm Afterschool Tutoring Room 262

3:30 pm Behavior School

Regular Bell Schedule

7:30 am Wrestling Preseason Pancakes Matches Main Gym & Cafeteria

Hello, Students and Families!

You make choices every day, like what to eat for lunch, who to hang out with, and how to handle tricky situations. Since the part of your brain that weighs risks and rewards is still developing, it really pays off to pause before making a big decision. The good news is that making smart choices is a skill that gets easier with practice, and we're here to help! Check out the resources below for tools you can use the next time you face a tough choice.

1. Need a simple way to slow down and think before you act? Try the four easy steps of First Tee’s STAR method (Stop, Think, Anticipate, Respond).

2. ReachOut’s Decision Making 101 helps you weigh your options, think about what matters most to you, and figure out what to do if you’re still stuck.

3. Big decisions can bring big stress, and Coping With Stress from TeensHealth shares simple ways to handle the pressure and explains when it’s time to reach out to a trusted adult.

Class of 2029

Mrs. Murphy intends to connect with each sophomore student over the coming months. During these conversations, she'll discuss academic progress and review an important sophomore checklist items together.

Tennessee Governor's School (10th-11th graders)

High-achieving 10th and 11th graders - If you are interested in applying for one of the 11 Tennessee Governor's School programs this summer, before 11/13, please complete this Microsoft form. For more information about Governor's School, please visit current Gov School programs. Attendance is mandatory throughout the duration of the competitive programs, so do not apply if you are vacationing during the Gov School parameters. With questions, see Mrs. Abernathy.

Class of 2028

For the next several weeks, Mrs. Longdon will begin meeting individually with all juniors next week for their Junior Conferences. During these meetings, she will discuss each student’s post-secondary plans, review graduation requirements and remaining coursework, and identify important next steps for junior year. Following each conference, Mrs. Longdon will email parents and guardians with relevant information and paperwork, so families can continue these important conversations at home and review any necessary documents together. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

The Distinguished Young Women of Tennessee program is currently accepting applications for the Class of 2028, offering high school girls a unique opportunity to earn college scholarships while developing lifelong skills in leadership, public speaking, and interviewing. As part of a supportive statewide network, participants showcase their academic excellence, talent, and physical fitness while building self-confidence. There are absolutely no entry fees to participate, and no essay is required to apply. Empower your future and take the first step toward earning college funding by joining this transformative experience—apply today at distinguishedyw.org. Have questions? Please email atlargetn@distinguishedyw.org. The application deadline is January 31.

Class of 2027 Students

• 334 of 362 Seniors have completed the TN Promise application. If you haven't yet submitted the application, this is the last reminder. Apply: https://www.collegefortn.org/tnpromise/

• MHS sends ALL MHS documents through SchooLinks. Students - make sure you regularly update SchooLinks for transcript and recommendation letter requests. Here's a SchooLinks College Application Manager refresher.

• If you submitted a UTK first-year student application for fall 2027, you MUST complete your STARS account + send your ACT score directly from ACT! For more information, see UTK STARS Help.

• 2027-28 FAFSA is OPEN at fafsa.gov.

• How to Create a StudentAid.gov Account Guide: Step-by-step Guide

• 2027–28 FAFSA Preview Presentation: This PowerPoint and PDF include 2027–28 FAFSA screens and instructions for common user scenarios. The presentation can be used as provided at a FAFSA completion event or modified as needed.

• 2027–28 FAFSA Prototype: This interactive tool lets you explore common student, parent, and spouse user flows. Refer to the companion Tip Sheet for help finding specific scenarios.

• Completing the FAFSA is a requirement for most colleges and post-secondary institutions, including PSTCC and TCAT, as well as four-year universities. Likewise, it is a requirement of TN Promise.

• Equal Chance for Education Scholarship (open from 11/1/26-2/27/27)

• If you are FAFSA Ineligible and plan to enroll in college, this scholarship is an exceptional opportunity for you! For more information, visit ECE Scholarship criteria and register for the 10/13 Informational Session in Knoxville.

Upcoming College Visits:

• Thursday, November 5: Samford University 9:55-10:10

• Monday, November 16: Maryville College 9:55-10:10

Ready to dance, spin, perform, and be part of something bigger? We want YOU! ✨

📅 November 5, 10 & 12

⏰ 4–7 PM

📍 MHS Orchestra Room

✨ All skill levels welcome!

✨ No fall production experience required!

✨ JV AND VARSITY programs this year!

Whether you have experience or you’re brand new to winterguard, there’s a place for you here! Come ready to learn, grow, and be part of the team. 🫶

Scan the QR code or click this link below to sign up, and we’ll see you at auditions! ❤️

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDEa3cnQ8UdSdNsuONSxj4hsn5_xcnkwyp050wbAw1Eyp6rw/viewform?usp=header

Employers of the Day –November

Lunchtime Employer of the Day visits connect students with local professionals, open doors to career possibilities, and help them start building their professional network. MHS is excited to welcome these industry partners to campus in November:

• November 2 – Blount Excavating

• November 5 – Tennessee Bureau of Investigations

• November 9 – Walmart (Hiring PT Positions)

• November 16 – Legend'z Beauty

• November 17 – Experimental Aircraft Association

• November 20 – Maryville Alcoa Dental Academy

• November 23 – City of Maryville

Are you connected to a local employer or nonprofit? We’d love to feature you! Contact Rosanna Giles at Rosanna.giles@maryville-schools.org to learn more or get scheduled.

MHS Senior Career Launch: Employment Agency Panel – December 4

Early graduating seniors (December 2026) who plan to enter the workforce will have the opportunity to connect with local employment agencies during a special Employment Agency Panel. Representatives will share information about current job openings, employment services, and resources available to support students as they begin their careers. Following the panel, students will meet one-on-one with agency representatives to ask questions, learn about opportunities, and make valuable workforce connections.

January Job Sessions for Seniors – Coming soon: Seeking Volunteers

Do you have a passion for helping young people succeed? MHS is seeking a dedicated group of volunteers to support our annual January Job Sessions for seniors. Over the course of three weeks in January 2027, community members will help students strengthen their job-seeking, interviewing, and workplace readiness skills as they prepare for life after graduation. This is a meaningful opportunity for employers, business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals to share career insights, discuss opportunities within their organizations, tell their career stories, and help students understand what employers value in today's workforce. Whether you can volunteer once or multiple times, your experience and encouragement can make a lasting impact. To learn more or get involved, contact Rosanna Giles at Rosanna.giles@maryville-schools.org.

Check-outs should be held to a minimum and are limited to the following:

1. Emergency - Decision to be made by the principal or assistant principals.

2. Prior arrangement - If a written request is received by officials in the student services office prior to the beginning of the school day, the student will be dismissed at the requested time. The checkout note must include the student’s full name, date, time of dismissal, phone number where parent/guardian can be reached for verification, and signature of the parent/guardian.

3. The parent/guardian comes to the main entrance office to sign the student out.

Students are allowed to check out during third block only for medical or legal purposes, and proper documentation must be provided. Students are not allowed to check out to retrieve items needed for school. Leaving school without permission will result in disciplinary action.

Students checking out of school on an altered schedule day will receive an unexcused absence unless the school is provided the appropriate legal or medical documentation.

8:25—9:55 | First Block

9:55—10:10 | Break

10:10—11:40 | Second Period

11:47—1:47 | Third Period & Lunch

A Lunch

11:40—12:10 | Lunch

12:17—1:47 | Class

B Lunch

11:47—12:17 | Class

12:17—12:47 | Lunch

12:47—1:47 | Class

C Lunch

11:47—12:47 | Class

12:47—1:17 | Lunch

1:17—1:47 | Class

D Lunch

11:47—1:17 | Class

1:17—1:47 | Lunch

1:54—3:25 | Fourth Period