Wildcat Press Newsletter
May 2, 2021 Vol. 38
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Principal's Message
Hello Wildcat Pride,
It is truly crazy how fast each week goes by and there seems to be so much left to do to get our students through the end of this crazy year. So excited for the seniors as they enter the last 3 weeks of classes and final 25 days until graduation.
The class of 2021 has left an indelible mark on the world as they have transitioned their way through a pandemic, an election season divided like no other and a social movement, that have completely changed the normal high school experience. They have done it with laughter, tears, frustration and grace. What we have learned from them is that they know how to adapt. The beauty of this is that they are the ones who will decide how we move forward. Just a few of the lessons they have learned are that its not all about me, sometimes I need to sacrifice for others welfare, and that its isn't the loudest or the largest that always win, its those that never give up and persevere.
I cannot wait to see where they go and how they change the world.
Yours in partnership,
Rod Huston
Principal
Mesquite High School
@MHSAZ_Principal
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MHS Administrative Team!
Mrs. Marguerite Brown
Assistant Principal
Activities and Clubs
Grade Level: Freshman
Juniors Last Name O-Z
@MHSWildcat_News
Mr. Rudy Alvarado
Assistant Principal
Athletic Director
Grade Level: Sophomores
Juniors Last Name E-N
@MesquiteAthDept
Mrs. Mitzi Escobar
Assistant Principal
Registration & Academics
Grade Level: Seniors
Juniors Last Name A-D
@Mhsescobar
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May Calendar
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UPCCOMING EVENTS
Student Body President Elections- April 30th- May 14th
Teacher Appreciation Week- May 3rd-7th
Orchestra Concert- May 6th @ 7pm
Band Concert- May 11th @ 7pm
Scholarship Night- May 12th @ 6pm
- Drama Awards Show- May 14th @ 7pm
Student Body Elections: April 30th- May 14th
Wednesday- May 5th; Mesquite Student Body President Election during 3rd hour (Seniors do not vote)
Friday- May 7th; Formal announcement of Student Body President through announcements
Wednesday- May 12th; Mesquite Class Presidents Election during 3rd hour (Seniors do not vote)
Friday, May 14th; Formal announcement of each Class President
Teacher Appreciation
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PAWs-atively Awesome
FFA BANQUET
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Kibbles and Bits
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Below is a link and schedules for each day
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Seniors Corner! Class of 2021!
Cap and Gown
If you have not purchased your caps and gowns, you will need to go to Jostens in person:
Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 5: p.m.
14827 N. Cave Creek Road
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(602) 765-7337
Online Classes
Scholarship Night
Please complete the 2021 Senior Scholarship Survey here.
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Wildcat Counseling
MHS AP Exam Schedule and Location
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Is your student on track to graduate?
Check your student's credits and progress by following the instructions below! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your student's counselor.
- Log into Infinite Campus
- Click on “Academic Plan”
- Click on “Progress Report”
- Select “Detail” and check the “Select All” box
- Click “Generate Report"
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Have you submitted your FAFSA yet?
If you haven't submitted your FAFSA yet, you could miss the opportunity to take advantage of Federal grants, work-study funds, and loans to continue your education. Don't wait any longer! Complete the FAFSA® form.
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Academic Support
Peer Tutoring
PEER TUTORING is available during both lunches on TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS (10:30-11:00 and 11:55-12:25) in the MHS Career Center. No appointment is needed; come on in!
Assignment Tracker
Click here for an Assignment Tracker to list your missing assignments/quizzes/tests and catch up in your classes (you will need to make a copy of the Assignment Tracker in order to enter your information, or you can print a copy).
Counselor Appointments
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MESSAGE FROM OUR ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
I also wanted to say good luck to our Beach Volleyball team as they begin their playoff run with a home game on Monday vs Mohave. The game starts at 4 and it is FREE to enter so we'd love to see you there.
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@MesquiteAthDept) for dates and times of our playoff games. We'll have baseball, beach volleyball, and boys volleyball trying to win state over the next few weeks and we'd love the support.
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Wildcat Wellness
We want YOU to participate!
COVID-19 has dramatically increased the number of children and teens struggling with mental health challenges, and mental health services can’t keep up with the pace. The need to OPEN UP has never been more urgent!
OPEN UP AND LEARN: Check out our incredible week-long schedule of FREE, VIRTUAL EVENTS. From wellness workshops and crafts to dancing, concerts and other live performances, there is something for everyone!
Mindfulness Groups
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UPCOMING PARENT TRAININGS through Prepared Parenting with Dr. Paula McCall
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coping-with-loss-a-community-zoom-discussion-tickets-150680111269