December 18, 2022

Over the past few weeks, I have discussed and shared resources related to vaping, and I will continue to include links to these resources in the newsletter each week. The concern regarding the bathrooms is a shared concern and one that we at MHS are consistently discussing, in an effort to come up with ideas that will impact addressing the concern.

One idea that we will be moving forward with at the start of the second semester is a digital hall pass system. By sharing this information I anticipate many people will have questions regarding the system. When we return from break we will put together an FAQ document that will provide further details about how the system will work and what students and families can expect. While we will be sharing more information after break, one piece of information to know is that this system is not being used to prevent students from using the restroom. This pass system is an alternative to our current system and we will provide more information once we return from break.

Please take a look at other updates and information below and enjoy the remainder of your weekend.

MHS is pleased to announce that we are introducing a new system called Scoir (pronounced score) to help you and your student navigate the post secondary planning process. The Class of 2023 will be the last class to use Naviance.

On Monday, December 12th MHS students in grades 9-11 will be given access to Scoir to set up their account. Students can decide to invite their parents/guardians to their account. As a parent or guardian, you would be able to view their profiles, interest inventory results, see their college list, conduct your own college searches, and suggest colleges for your student to consider. Scoir also provides parents with financial tools so that you can get a better sense of the cost of attendance at various colleges during the selection process.

We are excited to be able to provide Scoir to our students and families, and we feel confident that you will find it helpful and easy to use.

Holiday Season is upon us and the Student Council is looking to increase spirit!

December 19th - 23rd, the Student Council will be hosting a Spirit Week and Canned Food Drive. Students may dress in spirited attire each day- as well as bring in items for the Mansfield Food Pantry. There is a bit of competition here as well, so participation is highly encouraged!

Spirit Days

12/19: PJ Day

12/20: Holiday Vacation

12/21: Flannel Day

12/22: Blizzard Day

12/23: Festive Friday

Food Pantry Accepted Donations

The pantry gratefully accepts donations of non-perishable, not yet expired, food items such as:

• brand-name cereal, e.g., Kellogg's, Post, General Mills, etc.

• Progresso Soup

• Chef Boyardee Canned Pasta

• Ramen Noodles

• Brand-name snacks and cookies, some ideas: oreo's, fudge stripes, granola bars, breakfast bars, rice krispie treats, pb crackers

• Canned proteins like Spam, Corned Beef Hash, Roast Beef Hash, Vienna Sausage

• Side dishes and meal kits, such as Rice Pilaf, Hormel ComplEats, and tacos

• Pancakes & Syrup

• Canned corn

• Canned fruit

• Jarred pasta sauce

Additionally, Family Sized is prefered over small packs or Costco/BJ's sized packs for storage purposes.

Students may drop off items in the Main Lobby starting on 12/19.

Thank you for your support and Best Wishes during this Holiday Season!

-The Office of the Student Council

General Info:

What parents need to know

Quick Facts about vaping

Vaping and the impact of Covid

Vaping can't harm teens?

Information on Quitting:

How to quit

This is quitting

Nicotine withdrawal and how to cope

Seal of Biliteracy Letter

We have rescheduled the prom for juniors and seniors to Friday, May 26th 2023 from 6-10pm.