Community Howler Hub

We’re howlin’ with excitement to kick off the 2025–2026 school year at Cypress Creek High—where this year, we’re going Beyond Limits! Get ready to dream big, push boundaries, and achieve more than ever before.

This edition of the Howler Hub has everything you need to know—especially about Open House on August 5th.

Starting Friday, August 8th, the Howler Hub will drop weekly with all the latest news, events, and updates. You can find it via:

• Student & parent email (check your info in MyStudent!)
• Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
• Our school website & MyStudent
• QR codes posted around campus

📌 This First Hub is organized A–Z by topic—use the table of contents on a computer or scroll alphabetically on your phone to find what you need fast! Future Howler Hubs, will have a Table of Contents, but will not be alphabetical.

💡 Don’t miss out on the Navigating High School page for awesome resources for students and families.

We can’t wait to see your faces back on campus. Let’s make this year unforgettable—the Coyote Way—as we go Beyond Limits together!

Let’s H.O.W.L. loud and proud!

We’re proud to announce that Cypress Creek High School earned an “A” rating for the 2024–2025 school year! CCHS also ranks #2 among all regular Pasco County high schools with a score of 68.

Florida school grades, issued annually by the Department of Education, reflect performance in areas like standardized tests, graduation rates, and college readiness.

Learn more at the Florida Department of Education website.

CCHS Website - Check out the updated CCHS Website

College & Career Specialist Hub - Important Post-Secondary Info!

Contact Us - Emails for all Staff!

GoFan Tickets - Buy Tickets to Athletics Events!

New Staff - Meet our Newest Staff Members!

Staff HOWL Out - Give a shout out to our Staff!

Buy a Yearbook - Pre-Order a Yearbook Now!

School Calendar - Click here for the 25-26 School Calendar

Athletic conditioning, try-outs and practices are happening now for the Fall Season! CLICK HERE to get all of your athletic information from our website!

We’ve howled past the record boards and into the future with our brand-new online platform celebrating athletic excellence! The HOWL of Fame is our virtual hall of legends — highlighting record-breaking student-athletes with stats, photos, and school spirit that never sleeps. Check it out and discover the champions shaping our legacy!

🔗 Visit now: https://cchs.pasco.k12.fl.us/howl-of-fame/

Students with “B” Lunch on their schedule may leave campus when the B Lunch bell rings, provided they meet the following requirements:

1. Verify your schedule to confirm you have “B” Lunch. (Lunch periods may shift during the first two weeks.)
2. Complete THIS FORM to be eligible.
3. Exit only through the black gates at student parking.
4. Leave campus within 4 minutes of the bell.
5. Commit to leaving daily—you may not alternate between staying and leaving.
6. Once form is completed, a verification of submission is sent to parent email address. Student may begin leaving campus when confirmation email of submission is received by parent/guardian.

Important Reminders for Families

• School starts promptly at 7:10 AM. Please ensure your child arrives on time each day. Accumulated tardies may affect their eligibility to participate in extracurricular activities.

• Early Release Days: Be sure to mark these dates on your calendar. On these days, students will be dismissed significantly earlier than usual, so plan accordingly for their early arrival home.

Transportation Information

• Call Center Hours:

  • Aug 4–8: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
  • Aug 11–15: 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
  • Year-Round: 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
  • Phone: 813-320-2562

• Bus Info: Pickup/drop-off times and locations are available in myStudent.

• Need Help? Most questions can be answered by reviewing the flyers below or visiting the District Transportation page.

• Bus Riders: Students must sign in/out when boarding and exiting the bus. They must be able to access their Virtual ID via myStudent to speed up loading/unloading. Please review the flyer below for instructions before the first day of school.

• Track the Bus: If you haven’t already, follow the directions below to set up the WHERE'S THE BUS app, and stay updated on your student’s bus location.

Car Line Reminders

• To ensure your child arrives on time, please enter the car line before 6:55 AM. Arriving after this time will result in an unexcused tardy, which will lead to consequences. (consequences are administered after a student receives 3 cumulative tardies).

  In the morning, the car loop typically takes 3–5 minutes if procedures are followed. In the afternoon, the entire line is cleared in about 11 minutes.

  Parent/Guardian Expectations

  • Drive cautiously in the traffic circle.
  • Do not use electronic devices in the drop-off lane.
  • Drop-off and pick-up take place in front of the office beginning by the yellow pillars.
  • Use the outer lane to turn into the traffic circle.
  • The car loop exit is the third turn in the circle.
  • Pull all the way forward before your child enters or exits the vehicle.

  Student Expectations

  • Students may enter campus starting at 6:45 AM.
  • In the afternoon, students must enter the car loop through the black gates between the Media Center and Cafeteria. Entry from the student parking gates is not allowed and may result in a referral.
  • Students should only enter or exit vehicles once the car is fully pulled forward in line.

CLICK HERE for the link to our Car Loop & Drop Off procedures page of our website.

As we kick off the school year, it’s important that all Coyotes are familiar with our key policies. These expectations are in place to ensure a safe, respectful, and successful environment for everyone—and yes, they will be enforced.

📱 Wireless Communication Devices (Cell Phones & Headphones)
Devices are only permitted during lunch for high school students. Phones, earbuds, and headphones may not be out or in use during class time or passing periods. Keep them put away and stay focused—Coyote style!

👕 Dress Code
The dress code will be strictly enforced. Please review the attached guidelines to ensure compliance and avoid disciplinary action. Let’s keep it classy, Coyotes!

⏰ Tardies and Absences
School starts at 7:10 AM sharp! Repeated tardies and absences can impact extracurricular eligibility and lead to disciplinary action. Set those alarms and be on time!

Make sure you and your student have reviewed all policies and procedures linked here on the school website. Let’s start the year strong—the Coyote Way!

📚Registration:

• To participate in fall DE, all dynamic forms have been approved and students should be prepared for online registration the week of August 4th (based on grade level).
• Visit the Pasco County Dual Enrollment Website for the latest info.
• Online Readiness Course (via Canvas) is required before registering for any online PHSC course. https://admissions.phsc.edu/start/high-school/dual-enroll/faq
• Student Orientation is mandatory for all DE students. No orientation = no Fall registration.
• PHSC Advisors will be available for support on Monday, August 4th at the PHSC campus.

📦 Fall Textbook Pick-Up:

• Important Note: pick up procedures were changed in Spring 2025 and we will continue with the same process. Please read the following instructions to determine how you will collect your textbooks for the fall.

  • Dual Enrollment Pick Up: Please review the THIS SPREADSHEET for how you will obtain your materials for Fall 2025 courses.
  • Students who are registered by August 8th in Banner will have their materials delivered (if not digital) to your designated pick up site LISTED HERE.
  • You will then get your materials (if not digital) at your designated pick up site during one of the Fall Pick Up Dates(see flyer for dates)
  • Summer materials must be returned prior to receiving Fall materials.

📅 Schedule Changes:

• After registering for off-campus DE courses (PHSC campus, DE eSchool online, or hybrid), students must submit your PHSC schedule to your high school counselor no later than Wednesday, August 13th for a schedule change review. Please access the link here.
• High school schedules will not be adjusted to fit PHSC courses.

Want to meet your Assistant Principal, School Counselor or Class Sponsor? Click the links below to see their pictures and contact information!

CLICK HERE for Class of 2026

CLICK HERE for Class of 2027

CLICK HERE for Class of 2028

CLICK HERE for Class of 2029

🎉 Howlapalooza – July 31 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

We can’t wait to welcome our incoming 9th graders to Howlapalooza—an exciting event led by our PACK Leaders & Staff! Students will go on a fun scavenger hunt, meet peers and staff, and explore the campus.

👉 Haven’t RSVP’d yet? CLICK HERE to RSVP now!

Parent/Guardian Info:
Drop students off at the gym at 9am, then head to Parent University at 9:15 AM in the Cafeteria. Please pick students up in Student Parking located in front of our gym at 12:00pm.

Lockers can be purchased online now!

• Hallway lockers will be assigned during lunches on the stage in the first two weeks of school.
• PE lockers will be assigned during PE class in that same time frame.

Get organized and start the year strong—the Coyote Way! 🐾

CCHS will return to the traditional meal program next year. Families must complete a Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application to determine eligibility for free or discounted meals.

Previously, all students received free meals under the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), but due to rising food costs and federal changes, this program will no longer apply. Click on the links below for FAQ or more information. The Free and Reduced Meal Application is open for those students enrolled in non-CEP sites. Apply Today! https://connectplus.pasco.k12.fl.us/do/fns/freereduced/

• CEP and Non-CEP School List
• Food and Nutrition Services FAQ
• Free and Reduced Meal Application and FAQ
• Food and Nutrition Department Website
• Let’s Talk: School Meals

We have two lunches at CCHS - lunch A and lunch B - which are determined by the 6th period teacher. At this time, four (4) teachers do not have lunch designated on student schedules. Please note the following if your student's lunch is not notated on the top left side of the schedule.

LUNCH “A”

Ms. Evans (CCHS Faculty, Rm. 03-225)

LUNCH “B”

Ms. Hotchkiss (CCHS Faculty, Rm. 01-208)

Mr. Tungosiamu (CCHS Faculty, Rm. 03-127)

Mr. Workman (CCHS Faculty, Rm. 04-228)

CLICK HERE for our New Student & Families Howler Hub that contains a wealth of information about all of our policies, procedures and covers all of our most frequently asked questions!

Even if you aren't a new family, it is always good to review this information in case you have questions or inquiries.

Medication & Medical Forms: Parents & Guardians can CLICK HERE to access all medical forms via the school website. Forms & medication may be turned in during Open House (8/5) in Student Services.

Immunization Information: If your student is deficient in any of the required immunizations, our nurse will contact you within the first or second week of school.

ON-CAMPUS PLACEHOLDER

• Report daily to the ILS Lab during your scheduled period.
• You must remain in the lab—no roaming! Skipping = discipline.
• Only 18 computers available—bring your own device if possible.
• Tardies/absences may result in removal from the placeholder and placement in a traditional class.

OFF-CAMPUS PLACEHOLDER

• You are not allowed on campus during your off-campus period.
• These are typically scheduled at the start or end of the day.
• You must have reliable transportation to arrive on time or leave within 4 minutes of your last class.
• Your schedule will reflect JENA FERRY as your off-campus eSchool teacher; this is only for scheduling purposes through myStudent. Any questions regarding your online eSchool/FLVS classes should be directed to your school counselor.

If a student does not remain on-track with proper pacing and expectations, the placeholder will be removed and the student will be required to take a face-to-face course on campus. Let’s stay on track and show that Coyote responsibility! 🐺💻

🐾 Coyote Open House / Meet the Teacher Day
📅 Tuesday, August 5 | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

We’re excited to welcome you to campus! This is your chance to meet teachers, explore the school, and get ready for an amazing year.

Before You Arrive:

• Schedules will be available in myStudent starting July 29.
• Be sure to follow the steps in the flyer below—missing a step may prevent your schedule from showing!

What to Expect:

• Park in student parking, enter through the gym, and grab a flyer from an usher.
• Have your schedule pulled up on your phone.
• Walk your schedule, meet your teachers, and get familiar with the campus.
• Fees (parking, lockers, etc.) are paid online. Cash/checks accepted in Student Services.
• No parking spots or lockers will be assigned at Open House. These will be assigned during lunch the first two weeks of school.
• Seniors in Paint Your Parking will be assigned a spot during the Paint Your Parking event.
• Admin will be available around campus to help with questions.

☕ Cool Treats & Coffee:
Stop by Tom’s Coffee Truck or grab a Kona Ice between 8:00–11:00 AM in student parking!

🛍️ Fan Fest Spirit Wear Sale:
Don’t miss our Pop-Up Fan Fest—everything is $2, $5, $10, or $15 (cash, credit, or check accepted)!

• CLICK HERE for the Student Parking page and application details.
• Parking costs $40 and requires a valid driver’s license, insurance, and registration.
• All student drivers must have a parking pass to park on campus.
• Parking is first-come, first-served and is a privilege that can be revoked.
• Only park in the student lot by the gym.
• Lots are monitored by our Criminal Justice Academy.
• Students without a pass after the second week may face consequences and risk being towed.

Picture Day for Students (grades 9-11): September 11, 2025

Make-Up Picture Day for Students (grades 9-11): October 16, 2025

Senior Panoramic Photo: October 16, 2025

Senior Portraits: Must be Scheduled prior to October 31st with Gigante Productions in order to be in the yearbook. Email giganteproductions@gmail.com

Yearbook Purchases: https://yearbookforever.com/

📋 Schedule Change Requests

To request a schedule change, CLICK HERE or scan the QR code.

• Requests are reviewed nightly; approved changes will appear in myStudent the next day.
• QR codes will also be available during lunch for easy access.
• Be sure to include your reason in the form—this helps us process requests efficiently.
• Only submit ONE form. You’ll receive an email confirmation once your request is received.
  Submitting multiple forms will slow down the process and may move your request to a lower priority.
• Schedule change requests to drop an AP course will not be considered.
• No changes will be made for lunch periods, specific teachers, class times, or jobs.
• Lunches may shift between A and B during the first two weeks, as they are tied to 6th period.

***Dual Enrollment students need to review the DE section above regarding additional schedule change information specifically for DE classes.

⚠️ Please do not email counselors or administrators.
Our goal is to make the schedule change process as efficient as possible, which requires following the stated procedures. If you email a counselor or admin about a schedule change, you will receive an automatic reply directing you to complete the form. Only requests submitted via the official form will be considered.

Our team will begin reaching out for complex changes starting August 4. We aim to finalize as many changes as possible before Open House on August 5, and again before the first day of school on August 11.

🎓Seniors! Rise and shine with your pack! Join us for Senior Sunrise in the CCHS Stadium to kick off your senior year with a moment you’ll never forget.

🌅 Watch the first sunrise of your senior year!

🎒 Coyote spirit and good company encouraged!

📸 Capture memories with your friends as the sun rises on your final year!

This is a senior only event — park in the student lot and walk over to the stadium. Let’s make it memorable, meaningful, and 100% Coyote. See you there! 💚💛

There are plenty of ways to score some fresh Coyote gear:

🖥️ Online Spirit Store
Our CCHS Spirit Store is always open!
CLICK HERE to shop polos, hoodies, tees, and more—anytime, anywhere.

🎉 Pop-Up Fan Fest Sales
Catch our Sidewalk Spirit Wear Sale at Howlapalooza and Open House!
Everything is just $5, $10, or $15—including polos, hoodies, t-shirts (all sizes), and lanyards.
We accept cash, credit, or check.

🏅 Athletic Team Spirit Wear
Looking to rep your team? Check out the Athletic Team Spirit Wear sites for sport-specific gear!

Did you pay fees for a class your child no longer has on their schedule? Not to worry! Simply email our Bookkeeper, Lorraine McKinney, and she will get your reimbursement to you!

🌟 Join the Coyote SAC Pack!

Cypress Creek High is looking for students, parents, and community members to join our School Advisory Committee (SAC).CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

SAC is a team of dedicated Coyotes—families, staff, students, and community members—working together to boost student success, strengthen school-home connections, and support our campus community.

✅ Must be an approved volunteer with a completed background check.
🐾 Your voice matters—help shape the future of CCHS!

Supply lists and teacher intro videos will be posted on each teacher’s MyLearning/Canvas page by August 5th.

🎒 Shopping early? Stock up on these basics while the sales are hot:

• Pens & Pencils
• Colored Pencils
• Notebook Paper
• Composition & Spiral Notebooks
• Glue Sticks
• Folders (one per class)
• 3-Ring Binders
• Backpack

💙 Need help with supplies?
Email Mrs. Garrett, our ABC Program Advisor—she’s here to help!
Also, students can grab free supplies anytime from the Student Services wall—no questions asked!

Let’s get ready to start the year strong—the Coyote Way! 🐺✨