Message from the Principal

What a wonderful Homecoming Spirit Week we had! It was great to see our students show their creativity, school pride, and Pirate spirit the past week. The Homecoming Dance was also a great success! Thank you to our SGA, student leaders, staff, and chaperones for making these experiences possible, and to our families for your continued support.

This is a reminder that on October 14th, we will have our PreACT (10th Grade), PSAT 8/9 (9th grade), PSAT 11 (11th Grade), and ACT WorkKeys (select seniors) assessment. Testing will begin at 8:00 a.m. Please make sure that students arrive to school on time. Due to technical issues that were out of our control, students were unable to complete Major Clarity last week. After testing on October 14th, students can complete Major Clarity. Mrs. McCabe will be sending all testing schedule and testing location to students in their email.

Also, this is another reminder that on October 15th, we will have our Earthquake Drill and on October 19th, we will have our Code Red Lockdown Drill.

Thank you for your continued support!

Sincerely,

Dr. Catherine Abraham-Johnson

Principal

Join us for our Powder Puff Football Game! Come cheer on our students and enjoy some friendly competition and school spirit. There will be no charge at the door for our families and students who wish to attend. Please know that we will not have a concession stand available.

Date: October 20, 2026

Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Gates will open at 6:00 p.m. Game starts at 6:30 p.m.)

Location: Reid Ross Classical Middle/High School Football/Track Field

3200 Ramsey St.

Fayetteville, NC 28301

This is a reminder that CCS has implemented districtwide clear bag policy and procedure for all athletic events. This policy and procedure will apply to athletic events held at all CCS schools and at other schools across the district. Each person may bring one clear bag no larger than 12 by 15 by 3 inches. Small clutches, one-gallon Ziploc bags, diaper bags and medical bags will also be allowed. You may also bring items like coats, blankets and strollers, as long as any storage compartments are left open and empty. This update is designed to help keep our events safe and make entry faster and easier for everyone. For additional information, visit the CCS website

Seniors, the priority deadline for ordering a cap and gown is October 30, 2026. Use the link below to access the Jostens store and order your regalia today! Click on the link to order: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1051979/Massey-Hill-Classical-School/-/3483205916/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-Gown-Tassel-and-Custom-Stole/3483205987/

If you have any questions about graduation, please reach out to our Graduation Coordinator, Ryan Cashwell at: ryancashwell@ccs.k12.nc.us.

This is a reminder that Senior Picture Day will be on October 21, 2026 in the Media Center. Our seniors will take, both, their Cap and Gown, Tux and Drape pictures. Cap and Gown, Tux and Drape will be provided by Jostens Pix for pictures. The Tux and Drape will be the yearbook pictures for seniors.

Make-up day for senior pictures will be on November 12, 2026.

Here is the link to the document shared with students and parents from the Senior Parent Meeting. Please remember that this is a live document and that any changes to senior events will be in this document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iRwH3jp56X836I3bd9vo3PyBA1fmWpWJ4FwlmIzB0uw/edit?usp=sharing

We invite our alumni, families, students, staff, and community to join us for the 2nd Annual Massey Hill Hall of Fame Event! Come reconnect, share memories, and celebrate our proud Pirate legacy.

Admission is free and light refreshments will be provided.

To reserve your seat, please RSVP using this link by Nov. 20, 2026: https://forms.gle/8Kk5QNVL1JHyVDKL9

The 2026 Hall of Fame Nominations are still open! Help us recognize individuals whose service, leadership, accomplishments, and lasting impact have strengthened Massey Hill High School, Massey Hill Classical High School, or the greater Massey Hill community.

Submit a nomination by completing the form online using this link:

https://forms.gle/okzTp2KJBs9Ct8Q39

Nomination deadline: October 24, 2026

*Paper copy is also available for pick up at the school.

Induction Ceremony: December 5, 2026

Please read the information below regarding Driver's Ed registration:

Fall 2 driver education registration has been extended until October 12 at 8 pm.

To register, visit the CCS website, click on Departments, and then select Driver Education

https://www.ccs.k12.nc.us/o/ccs/page/registration

Active Minds will have their meeting on Tuesday October 13th, in room 105, from 3:00 - 3:45 pm. Please make sure your ride is here to pick you up on time. Thank you.

This week is National School Lunch Week and this year's theme is Cafeteria Carnival. For every child that eats school lunch, their name will be entered into a drawing for a $15 AMC gift card. The more times they eat school lunch, the more chances they have. The drawing will be on Monday, October 19, 2026. If you have any questions about this event, please reach out to Ms. Amiee Thompson, our Cafeteria Manager at: cn388@ccs.k12.nc.us

Yearbooks are $70.00 until December 25, 2026. Price will increase to $75.00 after this date. Yearbooks can be purchased online at this link:

https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A05868210

Senior Ads can be created and purchased on Jostens using this link: Senior YB ads

Deadline for submitting ads is February 11, 2026.

Maintaining a consistent and appropriate uniform dress code helps promote a positive and focused learning environment for all students. In order to support this, the following uniform dress code is as follows:

DRESS CODE:

MHCHS has been approved as a uniform code of dress school since its founding in 1998.

In general, MHCHS staff has discretion in making judgments relating to the appropriateness of dress in the school environment. Appropriate dress and uniform is necessary in order to maintain an atmosphere that is conducive to learning and safety. Massey Hill Classical High School is focused on learning and the staff and administration are committed to providing a safe, orderly learning environment for all students. In order to support this, the following uniform dress code will be enforced:

Monday through Thursday Dress Code:

• Tops - Students must wear either solid color collared polo shirts or solid color collared button downs (long sleeve or short sleeve). Collars must be visible under outerwear (i.e. plain crewneck sweatshirts, sweaters, etc.). Permitted colors are Black, Navy, Hunter or Forest Green, White, or Light Gray.

• Bottoms - Students must wear solid color pants. Permitted colors are Black, Navy or Khaki. Pants must be dress/chino/slacks or comparable style. Cargo/carpenter pants and sweatpants are not permitted. Blue jeans/denim material and spandex material are not permitted.

• Non-bulky outerwear (jackets similar to those available for purchase through the school, fleece vests, cardigans, sweaters, solid-colored crewneck sweatshirts, and school/vendor purchased or issued letterman jackets) can be worn throughout the day. Such outerwear must be solid-color in Black, Navy, Hunter or Forest Green, White, or Gray.

• Bulky outerwear (i.e. bubble jackets, etc.) may be worn to and from school, but should remain in the student’s locker during the school day.

• For school safety and security purposes, hoodies and garments with a hood are not allowed. The only exception is the current senior hoodie (26-27 school year) which may be worn by current seniors only.

• Leggings/tights are permitted under skirts. Leggings must be neutral (black, white, navy, or khaki) solid color tights. Leggings/tights may not be worn in the place of pants/shorts/skirts.

• Skirts, shorts, and dresses must be worn in a manner that prevents the display of undergarments. The hemlines of these garments should not exceed three inches above the knees. If the hemline falls within three inches above the knee, it must be accompanied by underlying garments such as bike shorts, non-transparent leggings, stockings, or shorts that extend below the three-inch mark above the knee.

• Shoes may be any color, however they must have a closed toe and closed heel. Crocs, slides, and slippers are not permitted. Additionally, no shoes with a greater than a two inch heel or platform may be worn.

Friday Dress code:

• Blue or black jeans without holes may be worn only on Fridays with an accompanying school shirt. Permitted school shirts include uniform shirts (Monday through Thursday dress), MHCHS shirts (purchased through MHCHS), MHCHS student club/organization shirts, and *Sports shirts/jerseys will be permitted on Fridays. *Sports shirts/jerseys must be from the student’s home high school and the student must be a current member of the team and/or activity, including during the off-season.

PE Uniforms, Backpacks, and Bags:

• Physical Education (PE) Uniforms: Students in Health/PE must wear appropriate attire as directed by the teacher at the start of the semester. Uniform items may be purchased from the school and or any vendor of a parent’s choosing as long as the student’s dress complies with the attire policy of the class.

• All backpacks must stay in lockers. They will not be permitted in the classrooms. Students may have a personal bag that is no larger than 11” x 14”.

• School ordering information for MHCHS optional uniform items will be sent out as soon as possible and posted on the school website.

Students are prohibited from wearing clothing, jewelry, or other articles of personal appearance which:

● Depict profanity, vulgarity, obscenity, or violence;

● Promote use or abuse of tobacco, drugs, or alcohol;

● May create a threat to the health or safety of the student or others;

● Are associated with intimidation, violence or violent groups and about which students have been notified, or

● May create a significant risk of disruption to the educational process or to the operation of the school

The following specific items are also not permitted:

1. Clothing worn in such a manner so as to reveal underwear

2. Bare feet, bedroom slippers

3. See-through, mesh garments

4. Clothing that is excessively baggy or tight

5. Pajamas

6. Sunglasses worn inside school building

7. Sagging pants

8. Jeans with holes

9. Bare midriff shirts

10. Strapless or backless shirts

11. Tanktops

12. Shorts, skirts or dresses above mid-thigh.

13. Attire with messages or illustrations that are lewd, indecent, or vulgar or that advertise any product or service not permitted by law to minors

14. Any adornment such as chains or spikes

15. Bandanas

16. Any other article of appearance that is physically revealing or provocative.

17. Hats, hoodies on your head, bonnets, scarves, ski masks, or any other non-religious headwear (Massey Hill Classical will make the necessary accommodations for religious types of headgear or head coverings that would be otherwise restricted.)

*You do not have to buy uniform items through the school as long as they comply with the school’s uniform dress code. Additional options to purchase uniforms will also be shared soon.

This new online store provides families with a convenient way to purchase approved school uniform items throughout the school year. Please note that purchasing uniforms through the online store is optional. Families may continue to purchase approved uniform items from other retailers as long as they comply with the school’s uniform dress code requirements.

Here is the store link: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/Ybzj6eNd8p

Please read the MHCHSH 2026-2027 Student and Parent Handbook attached below. This will remain in The Pirate Press throughout the school year and will also be found on the school website.