"In The Know" at Manor Senior High

Principal Hearne's Weekly Parent & Community Newsletter

Friday, September 24, 2021

Mustang Students, Parents, Families & Community Members!!!

Positive Quote of the Week:

"Behind every young child who believes in himself is a parent who believed first." ~ Mathew L. Jacobson

Principal Hearne's Thoughts & Thankfulness

Principal Hearne announcement Sept 24 2021

Video Credit: Philip Goetz ~ MSHS Teacher

"Happy Hispanic Heritage Month"

Celebrate With Us!!! Dress Up With Us Each Day Next Week!!!

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Celebrated: "September 15, 2021 - October 15, 2021"

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A Short Film by A Place Called Home | Hispanic Heritage Month | Disney Channel
Manor ISD Mask Mandate

Everyone on campus is expected to follow our District-wide mask mandate. If anyone refuses to follow the mandate, they must not be allowed to enter the facility.

The 1st period of each day starts at 9:15 a.m.

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Students reporting to Manor Senior High School, at 9:30 a.m. will need to be signed in at our front office by their parent/guardian or report to the front office with a doctor's note!!!

Please help us put an end to the "School Property Destroying" & "Stealing from a Teacher" TIK TOK Challenge!!!

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Students caught initiating or participating in the challenge will be held accountable! Parents of students to carry financial responsibility for all damages to school property made by their child.

Updates to Restroom Procedures

For the safety of all students, we have made a few changes to our restroom procedures. At MSHS, restroom doors will be locked during lunch, all transitions, and during the first and last ten minutes of class. Only one floor will have an open restroom per period, in which that particular restroom will be monitored by a team member. Thank you for your understanding. Thank you for all that you do!

"NO PLACE FOR HATE!!!"

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Manor Senior High School is a NO BULLY ZONE!!! If you see or hear something...PLEASE...say something!!! #ItTakesAVillage

Our Amazing Manor Senior High School API & Assistant Principals

#ParentUniversity

Famous Hispanic Americans

ManorISD's Got Talent!

Congratulations to our STAR Students of the Week!!!

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Week of September 13, 2021


"12th Grade Scholars"


Danni Seymour

Monserrat Garcia-Jaimes

Kathryn Hubert

Anika Avila

Faith Luckey


"11th Grade Scholars"


Moise Mumbili

Kelly Diaz-De Dios

Asia Carter

Octavio Aranda

Perla Ortija-Mejia


Week of September 20, 2021


"12th Grade Scholars"


Danasia Jones

Jalen Graves

Jaiden Hill-Middleton

Mckalyn Parks

Juana Sanchez


"11th Grade Scholars"


Enrique Cervantes Grandos

Mark Esquivel

Diego Soto

Erica Dillard

Aya Hashim

#CaughtMakingAnImpact

September "Teacher of the Month"

Ms. Lisa Palin

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  • She works hard with her team to ensure we are all successful

  • Ms. Palin is a rock star Department Chair for the English team who is always making sure the team has all of our needs met.

  • Ms. Palin has been working super hard to make sure her department is supported and those who are covering for vacancies have resources. I'm not even in her department and she's been super helpful!

  • Her dedication and ability to get things done.

September "Support Staff Team Member of the Month"

Mr. Samuel Flores

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  • In action all the time, very supportive

  • Mr. Flores has high expectations for our environment for students, teachers, and staff.

  • Sam and his team have been working tirelessly and short-staffed to make sure everyone has everything they need. And they all do it with smiles on their faces. I'm proud to work with such an awesome team!

  • Sam has been so helpful and responsive. He's put out so many fires this year so far.

September "Parent of the Month"

Ms. Raeneza Joseph

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  • I've observed Ms. Joseph being professional toward staff and advocating for the needs of her child in a professional and positive manner.

Shuttle Buses

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Student Parking Permits

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Any student that is driving on campus, you will need to purchase a parking permit. Please come to the front office to pick up a form to complete. You will also need to provide a valid driver's license, proof of insurance and $20 cash only. See Mrs. Arellano during all lunch periods, and before or after school.

College, Career, Military Ready

SAT Registration Dates and Deadlines are attached. To obtain a SAT Fee Waiver, all seniors are to use the following process:

The process for a senior (preference over juniors) to obtain a SAT fee waiver to use to register for an upcoming SAT is the following:

1. Email Senia Deshay (senia.deshay@manorisd.net) and copy Patricia Reyes (patricia.reyes@manorisd.net) and Melanie Henson (melanie.henson@manorisd.net) and ask if you are eligible to receive a SAT fee waiver and to request a SAT fee waiver if you are.

2. Ms. Deshay will verify if you qualify for a fee waiver in Skyward. If you are eligible, Ms. Deshay will assign a fee waiver code to you and email it to you.

3. You will use the fee waiver code to register for the appropriate SAT.

4. You can use the same SAT fee waiver code twice - you can retake the SAT one more time at no cost. You can only get one fee waiver your junior/senior year. You do not get one your junior year to test twice and one your senior year to test twice. You get one SAT fee waiver and can use it to test twice.

5. The student may not give the fee waiver code to anyone else.

Please contact Dr. Melanie Henson, CCMR Advisor/Coordinator at melanie.henson@manorisd.net if you have any questions.


SAT Registration Dates and Deadlines: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jjT_o-DzrJ6130shVx8Hvcvm_h2xOFpM4yx7OgoS_-8/edit?usp=sharing


Seniors need to email Dr. Henson at melanie.henson@manorisd.net and set an appointment to discuss their senior and CCMR requirements for graduation. Whether the senior is interested in college, career, or the military, every senior will do at least one application, apply for scholarships and for financial aid.


Contact Dr. Henson at melanie.henson@manorisd.net or text 254.913.2853 to begin senior requirements for graduation.

Our counselors care and are ready to serve!

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Ask for help! It's our pleasure to serve you and your family!

Left to Right:

Ms. Ivanic (cathy.ivanic@manorisd.net ):

"A" through "G" 11th & 12th | 512.278.7502


Mrs. Nykki Arowoshola (*Lead Counselor) (nykki.williams@manorisd.net):

"P" through "Z" 11th & 12th | 512.278.4692


Ms. Baughman (maria.baughman@manorisd.net):

"H" through "O" 11th & 12th | 512.278.7503

"Restorative Practices": Manor Senior High School "Positive Behavior Intervention System" Plan

Manor Senior High School: "School-Wide Expectations"

"Safe & Civil"

Manor Senior High School ~ "Student Chant"

Please review our school chant with your child, and encourage them to recite it every morning!



“I AM SOMEBODY!”


Inspired by Rita Pierson & Les Brown


I AM SOMEBODY!


I was somebody when I came

I will be a better somebody when I leave

I deserve the education that I get here

I have things to do...people to impress...and places to go

I know what I want in life and I will do whatever it takes to get it

I will never allow other people’s opinions of me to become my reality


I AM SOMEBODY!


I will "Make An I.M.P.A.C.T."

I will live my dream because...

I deserve to live my dream

I am powerful


I am “Manor ISD Strong”


I AM SOMEBODY!

Parent and Student Handbook Manor ISD

Please Review Pages 49 - Page 51 for District Expectations Regarding Student Dress Code

Safe & Civil School-Wide Expectations


Dress Code Expectations:

  • No rips or holes in clothing showing skin.
  • No midriff shirts/blouses or bare shoulders.
  • No sagging pants (pockets of pants should be on the buttocks).
  • No short shorts or skirts (cannot be more than 6 inches from knee).
  • No see-through clothing or revealing necklines.
  • No tube tops or spaghetti straps.
  • No caps, hoodies, beanie, bandannas, sunglasses.
  • No flip-flops, house slippers, or slides (shoes must have back support).
  • No clothing with sexual content, drugs, alcohol or tobacco.
  • Leggings, jeggings and yoga pants/shorts alone are not acceptable.
  • Students out of dress code will be provided with borrowed clothes to change into and a call to parents will be made.


Consequences

  • 1st Violation - Verbal Warning to Student | Parent contacted to bring school appropriate clothing | Student provided with donated clothing if parent is unable bring school appropriate clothing
  • 2nd Violation - Parent Contacted to bring school appropriate clothing | Student provided with donated clothing if parent is unable bring school appropriate clothing | Referral to Guidance Counselor and Communities In Schools
  • 3rd Violation - Referral to In School Suspension | Assigned and Mandatory Character-building Sessions with Guidance Counselor to begin the "Harm Repair" process
  • 4th Violation and Beyond - Out of School Suspension | Assigned and Mandatory Character-building Sessions with Guidance Counselor to begin the "Harm Repair" process


Closed Campus

  • Students are NOT permitted to leave the campus for lunch.
  • No outside food/drinks allowed during school hours unless approved by an Administrator.
  • Only vehicles with a valid MSHS or MISD parking permit are authorized to park at MSHS.
  • Vehicles not registered with the school, will be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense.
  • Student drivers must provide a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance to purchase a parking permit.
  • Parking Permits must be displayed while on school campus.
  • Student drivers are not permitted to drive other students unless a permission form is on file.
  • Student drivers are only allowed to leave for a scheduled class at MHS, ACC or early release.
  • Students leaving campus are required to sign in/sign out at the front office.
  • ALL student drivers must follow safe driving rules on Manor ISD Campus Grounds. No speeding, racing or loud music.


Consequences

  • 1st Violation - Verbal Warning to Student | Parent contact
  • 2nd Violation - Parent Contact | Referral to Guidance Counselor
  • 3rd Violation - Referral to In School Suspension | Assigned and Mandatory Character-building Sessions with Guidance Counselor to begin the "Harm Repair" process
  • 4th Violation and Beyond - Out of School Suspension | Assigned and Mandatory Character-building Sessions with Guidance Counselor to begin the "Harm Repair" process


School Property

  • ALL Students are to respect school property at all times, this includes, books, technology, restrooms, classroom equipment/furniture, athletic equipment, cafeteria furniture/equipment/supplies.


Consequences

  • 1st Violation - Verbal Warning to Student | Parent contact
  • 2nd Violation - Parent Contact | Referral to Guidance Counselor
  • 3rd Violation - Referral to In School Suspension | Assigned and Mandatory Character-building Sessions with Guidance Counselor to begin the "Harm Repair" process
  • 4th Violation and Beyond - Out of School Suspension | Assigned and Mandatory Character-building Sessions with Guidance Counselor to begin the "Harm Repair" process


RESPECT

  • At Manor Senior High School, we practice common decency. Students are expected to have respect for themselves and others at MSHS and at district events and facilities.
  • The use of foul-vulgar language is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
  • Students are to keep their hands to themselves.
  • Maintain personal space in the hallways and classrooms
  • MISD has a zero tolerance for fighting on campus
  • MISD has a zero tolerance for bullying (this includes cyberbullying on social media).


Consequences

  • 1st Violation - Parent contact
  • 2nd Violation - Referral to Guidance Counselor
  • 3rd Violation - Referral to In School Suspension | Assigned Character-building Sessions with Guidance Counselor to begin the "Harm Repair" process
  • 4th Violation and Beyond - Out of School Suspension | Assigned Character-building Sessions with Guidance Counselor to begin the "Harm Repair" process


*Zero Tolerance for all forms of BULLYING!!! Confirmed bullying cases will result in Out of School Suspension and could lead to expulsion!!!



Attendance


  • Attendance matters – Everyone must be in school to be counted present! If students are not in attendance at school everyday, they will miss quality instruction, which will impact their ability to graduate on time. Parents/Guardians of students with excessive absences will be contacted for a meeting to resolve this area of concern.


Consequences


  • 1st Notice - Parent contact
  • 2nd Notice - Parent and Student placed on Attendance Contract

"Keys for Success": Make An I.M.P.A.C.T.

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Attendance Matters!!!

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We need our Manor Senior High School scholars present in all of their classes, on time everyday. Our teachers miss their beautiful faces, and work extremely hard to prepare high quality lessons for them, that are conducive to high student achievement. Their success is our success! Parents, we need you and your support, because it truly does take a village. Thank you for being amazing. Thank you for being a committed parent/guardian. You are appreciated!
The Importance of School Attendance

"Food for Thought"

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My Family: My Three Heartbeats..."My Why?"