MHS Announcements – August 5, 2022

** Daily News & Information ** Home of the Muskies!

MHS Hours: 8AM-4PM Monday-Friday

MHS Phone #:  563-263-6141
MHS phone system and menu. Please listen to the menu to select the proper department. For Spanish assistance please press 5.

    • Press 1 – Attendance (or call directly at 563-263-6616)
    • Press 2 – Student Services, Transcripts and Grade Level Counselors
    • Press 3 – MHS Nurse
    • Press 4 – Athletics
    • Press 5 – Spanish Assistance
    • For all other calls, please stay on the line or press 0 for assistance or to leave a voicemail.

Announcements in Green – New
Announcements in Blue – Previous Day
Announcements in Black – 2 Days or older by request

  • Back-to-School and Sports Physical/Vaccine Clinic:August 9th, 8am-noon & 1-4pm and August 16 from 1-4pm at Community Health Care-2925 Cedar Street, Suite 2. Appointment Required: 563-327-2140
    Community Health Care Sports Physicals/Immunization Info
  • The Key Club summer meeting will be Tuesday, August 16th from 12:00-1:30pm at Weed Park (near the playground area). All current Key Club members or potential Key Club members are encouraged to attend! Come hang out, learn a little about Key Club, and meet our members before school starts! Snacks & activities will be provided – bring your own lawn chair.
    Learn more about Key Club here: https://www.keyclub.org/ or follow our club on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muskiekeyclub/
  • Parking Tag Reminder: Reminder that students are to use the same parking tag from the previous year. It will be a $5 charge for all lost parking tags. If you have not received a parking tag or have not registered your vehicle, please fill out the “new vehicle registration form” located under the forms section of the announcements. Forms can be turned into Mrs. Meineke or Mrs. Meeker in the student services. Vehicle Registration Form.pdf
  • Plan On Participating in a Sport/Powderpuff or other Activity This Year?  Athletic Paperwork for Fall Sports must be turned in to the Athletic Office by Monday, August 8th.  Need a Physical? Contact Mrs. Stoltzfus in the AD Office or call MHS at 563-263-6141. 
  • Support your MHS Fall athlete in their chosen sport by placing an ad in the MHS Sport program.  Details and order form are at: https://bit.ly/2EDytT3
  • MHS Back to School Night – Wednesday, August 17 from 5-8PM.  Information on Parent/Student presentations in the Auditorium will be available next week! Back To School Night Info
  • Fall Sports Kick-off – Friday, Aug. 19. Festivities begin at 5PM, Muskie Booster will provide meal for a fee. Introductions begin at 6PM. 2022 Fall Sports Kick-off Friday, Aug. 19
  • Students/families who purchased a Yearbook (The Auroran) from the 2021-22 school year, Yearbooks will be available for pick up at the 2022 Back to School Night on Wed., August 17th. All yearbooks not picked up prior to school beginning, will be available for pick up at the main office once school is back in session.
  • See Athletic/Activities section below for all summer-related meetings/camps/tryout announcements!
    Athletic Forms Drop Off/Physical Info
  • MHS Picture Day will take place on Monday, September 12th!  (No summer picture day this year.)
  • MHS does NOT have a Supply List.  Teachers will let students know what is needed for each class their first couple of days of classes.
  • Incoming 12th Students/Parents: If your student has not received the Meningococcal Vaccine as noted by Iowa Immunization Law, please read the attached letter and if you have any concerns, please email MHS School Nurse, Nancy Van Blarcom at nancy.vanblarcom@mcsdonline.org. If an appt. is scheduled, please disregard and forward your complete paperwork to Muscatine High School.  Thank you!  Immunization MCV letter – July 2022.pdf 
  • Returning Student Registration 2022-2023 School Year is Open! Parents/Guardians must register you!
    2022-23 Returning Student Information
  • New Student Registration 2022-2023 School Year is Open! (Homeschool students attending in person school for the first time & new students to the District)
    New Student Registration 2022-2023
  • MCSD 2022-2023 Transportation Request: For families needing transportation for the 2022-2023 school year we ask that you complete the request form below. Please contact the transportation department with any questions.  MCSD Transportation Request Form 2022-2023
  • MCSD 2022-23 Meal Program:  USDA did not extend free meals to schools this year unless your
    Family qualifies by completing a meal application or through state programs through DHS. Please note that only one Iowa Eligibility Application for free or reduced meals needs to be completed per household, each school year. This year the Application is available online on July 15, 2022.
    To apply electronicallyplease go to www.muscatine.k12.ia.us (hover over Department & Programs, click on Food & Nutrition & scroll down on the page) Full communication: 2022-23 MCSD Meal Program Letter
  • MCSD Transportation Request 2022-2023 School Year: MCSD Families with students needing transportation for the 2022-2023 school year please complete this online registration form by CLICKING HERE
    Las familias de MCSD con estudiantes que necesitan transporte para el año escolar 2022-2023, completen este formulario de registro en línea HACIENDO CLIC AQUÍ.
  • MHS Student Services Summer Counselor Hours: (You can also email your grade level counselor with any questions or concerns!)
  • Summer Mentorship: Are you unsure about your career goals or nervous for college?  Services offered:  Financial Aid Assistance, College Enrollment, Career Exploration, Post Secondary Mentorship.  Summer Mentorship Information
  • Grab & Go Meals Are BACK!  Starting July 11, 2022, the following meal sites are once again able to offer grab & go meals. This was a change that came from the federal government and we are doing our best to quickly adjust to serve our families. We can once again provide lunch and a breakfast meal for the following day. This is available at the following meal sites through Friday, August 5th.
    Details:
    Grab & Go Info
  • Muskie Alumni (especially the recent graduation class of 2022): check out this great opportunity from AIM. Use the QR code for more information.  Summer Mentorship Info
  • Driver’s Ed: To register for upcoming Driver’s Ed sessions, please visit: mbaea.org/student-programs/driver-education
  • Silver Cord Opportunity: Geneva Golf & Country Club is looking for any high school students who are needing Silver Cord Hours. We have our annual Family Fun Day celebration on Saturday, August 13th. They are having a “Carnival Game” section which is where our need falls. They are hoping to have some volunteers to run these fun games for the kids who will attend our event. We have 2 shifts available, 10AM-1PM & 1PM-4PM, and you are welcome to work both shifts if you would like to.
    If you are interested or have any additional questions, please reach out via email at mtorres@genevacc.com or at 563-263-8942.
  • MHS 2nd Semester Honor Roll:  MHS 2nd Semester Honor Roll
  • Yearbook Distribution Information: MHS Yearbook Distribution Info
  • Class of 2022: Final Transcript & AP Scores information you will need to send your final transcripts from MHS and MCC. You will also find the information on how to send your AP test scores if you choose to.  Final Transcript & AP Scores Info
  • Parents: SMS Text Opt In Feature for School Messenger: SMS_Text Opt-In Flyer/Instructions
  • MHS Parents & Students: The Powerschool Mobile App is a great resource to have!   Mobile App Instructions
  • Google Classroom: All high school staff use Google Classroom to display assigned work. If your child is missing from school, they can always access their work via Google Classroom. As a parent/guardian, you can request your student’s teachers to add you to their assignment list so that you will have “View Only” access. 

** Athletics/Activities Information  **

  • Support your MHS Fall athlete in their chosen sport by placing an ad in the MHS Sport program.  Details and order form are at: https://bit.ly/2EDytT3
  • Plan On Participating in a Sport/Powderpuff or other Activity This Year?  Athletic Paperwork Drop Off will take place on August 3rd from 2-6PM.  Need a Physical? Contact Mrs. Stoltzfus in the AD Office or call MHS at 563-263-6141.
    Athletic Forms Drop Off/Physical Info
  • Fall Sports Kick-off – Friday, Aug. 19. Festivities begin at 5PM, Muskie Booster will provide meal for a fee. Introductions begin at 6PM. 2022 Fall Sports Kick-off Friday, Aug. 19
  • MHS GIRLS’ BASKETBALL MINI-CAMP/OPEN GYM – AUGUST 2, 3 & 4 10AM-12PM-VAN HECKEOn Aug 2,3,& 4 from 10:00am – 12:00pm, we will be meeting in the VanHecke Gym.
    Please come and meet the new Girls’ Basketball Coach, Addy Westercamp, and work on all of your skills for the upcoming season!
    (There is no fee for this mini-camp and is open to any girl in grades 9-12.) Hope to see you there!
    Coach Info: Addy Westercamp – addy.wetsercamp@mcsdonline.org
    Coach Westercamp is the new PE Teacher at Grant/Mulberry Elementary.
    If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to email her.
  • 5th-8th Muskie Football Camp (Aug. 1-3) Registration Links
    Google Form: forms.gle/kAMMXMK5KM7Sf4u
    Printable Copy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xb
  • Muscatine High School Volleyball Camp Information: MHS Volleyball Camp Form-2022
    The Muscatine High School Volleyball Program will be hosting a Volleyball Camp at the MHS Van Hecke Center for any player who will be an incoming 5th-12th grader. Cost is $40 which includes a t-shirt.

    • August 1st-4th. 7-9AM: Incoming 9th-12th
    • August 1st-4th, 10AM-12PM: Incoming 5th-8th
    • The goal of the camp is to help teach and increase knowledge of volleyball and development of skill and we hope each player will find the fun of the game as well.
    • If you have any questions, please contact Coach Bailey Lukavsky at: 319-212-1512 or bailey.lukavsky@mcsdonline.org
      To sign up, please see the attached camp registration form. We prefer the form to be returned before July 24th, but walk-ins will also be welcome.
  • Visit MHS Official Activities Site for updates to schedules, rosters & directions.
  • Follow @MuskieActivitie on Twitter for MHS activities & athletic updates and information.
  • Athletic Punch Pass/Card for adults are $40 and can be purchased at the MHS Attendance Center or at the gate during events. This Punch Card allows you 10 admissions into all sporting events except regional & state competitions, most vocal, orchestra, and band events, and the fall drama production.
  • Student Activity Passes are available for sale at the Attendance Center for $50. This pass allows you admission into all sporting events except regional & state competitions, most vocal, orchestra, and band events, and the fall drama production.
  • Visit MHS Official Activities Site for updates to schedules, rosters & directions.
  • Athletic Forms: Parent Permission Form    Concussion Form     Physical Form

** Class of 2022 Information **

  • Aug. 1 Deadline! Seniors who are or intend to attend Muscatine Community College next year: MCC Foundation is extending the MCC scholarship deadline for students planning to attend Muscatine Community College in the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition to new applicants, students who started an application for the March 1 deadline, will be able to complete and submit their original application. Applications can be submitted now through August 1, 2022.  Awards will be made as completed applications are received and funds are available. Apply at:  www.eicc.edu/scholarships
  • Final Transcript & AP Scores information you will need to send your final transcripts from MHS and MCC. You will also find the information on how to send your AP test scores if you choose to.  Final Transcript & AP Scores Info
  • Summer Employment for 2022 High School Seniors: Temp Associates has summer job opportunities for the summer 2022 at Musco Lighting in Muscatine, IA. See attachment for information!
    Musco Summer Jobs
  • Scholarships: 2021-22 Scholarship List & Info

** Career Days/Camps/College/Military Visits **

  • Summer Mentorship: Are you unsure about your career goals or nervous for college?  Services offered:  Financial Aid Assistance, College Enrollment, Career Exploration, Post Secondary Mentorship.  Summer Mentorship Information

** Forms **

  • School Locker Request (not PE): Student Locker Request Form
  • Transcripts: To request an official transcript from Muscatine High School, please use the link below to make your request. Official transcripts are sent directly from our MHS Registrar’s Office. Muscatine High School Transcript Request Link
  • Silver Cord Form:  Students recording hours of volunteer service during their years at MHS will be awarded a Silver Cord to wear at graduation. In order for volunteer hours to count towards a Silver Cord, STUDENTS must complete the online form to verify. Silver Cord Form
  • ALL STUDENTS DRIVING TO SCHOOL: ALL students driving to school will need to complete a Vehicle Registration Form for a new MHS Parking Tag.  This parking tag will be used for until the Class of 2025 graduates.  The form is available online Vehicle Registration Form, MHS Attendance or Student Services office. Completed forms should be returned to the Student Services office. Students with a new MHS Parking can park in the Bonnie Dr. or Cedar St. parking lots.
  • DOT Minor School License Form: DOT Minor School License Form Forms are available in the MHS Main Office – Rm-11-001. (You must have completed Driver’s Ed in order to submit this form.)  Instructions: Please complete Sections 1 and 3. (Leave Section 2 blank) and return to the Main Office. 

** Fundraisers **

  • Muskie Store is Open! The district has partnered with Phelps Custom Apparel to offer our staff, families, and community Muskie Apparel! This online store does not close meaning that it remains open for all of your Muskie clothing needs throughout the year.
    Go to: Phelps Muskie Store and check it out!
  • Jostens Muskie School Store:  Do you want Muskie Spirit Wear/Accessories or to give as a gift?
    Visit 
    Jostens Muskie School Store

** Scholarships **

  • Please visit Scholarships for a list of available scholarships. (newest scholarships are listed at the end of the document)

** Silver Cord Opportunities/Volunteer Opportunities **

  • Silver Cord Program:  Students recording hours of volunteer service during their years at MHS will be awarded a Silver Cord to wear at graduation. In order for volunteer hours to count towards a Silver Cord, students must complete the online form to verify. Silver Cord Form
    Service qualifies for Silver Cord recognition if:

    • The student is not paid for the service
    • The student does not receive credit for the service.
    • The service is not for the purpose of fundraising for a group/activity/team that the student participates in.
      *140 hours are required for students in the Class of 2021, 2022 and 2023.
      *160 hours are required for students graduating in the Class of 2024.

** Yearbook Information **

  • 2021-22 Yearbook Distribution Info: Yearbook Distribution // Pickup
  • Did you or someone you know attend Muscatine High School during the 2012 through 2015 school years? If so, this is your chance to purchase a yearbook that reflects those school years and memories! Each yearbook is $20 until sold out. All proceeds go back into the Yearbook Club to purchase new equipment and expand the program for students. To purchase, call the Activities Office at Muscatine High School at (563) 263-6141 and ask for Mindy. 

** Keep informed on what is going on at MHS! **

Activities/Athletics: RSchool Today
Announcements: MHS News
Facebook: MHS Facebook Page
Twitter: @Muscatine HS

@MuskieActivitie
@MuskieStuCo
@MuskieThemes
Instagram: @Muscatine HS
Snapchat: Muscatine HS
Student Handbook: MCSD Student Handbk
Curriculum Guide: 2022-23 Curriculum Guide

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