MORSE HIGH NEWSLETTER

May 4th - May 15th, 2026

OUR VISION

Morse High School aspires to be one of the most respected, high-achieving, equity-centered high schools in San Diego.


OUR MISSION

Our Mission at Morse is to provide diverse, enriching programs and high-quality learning experiences, in and out of the classroom, so that all students acquire the skills, habits, and mindsets to be highly effective, future-ready, global citizens who thrive and positively impact their communities and beyond.


Word of The Year: EMPOWER



TRAITS OF A MORSE GRADUATE


SCHOOL INFORMATION

CONTACTS

6905 Skyline Dr.

San Diego, CA 92114

PHONE NUMBER: (619) 510-4700

Principal - Dr. Cynthia Larkin

EMAIL: clarkin@sandi.net

UPDATED 2025-2026 COUNSELOR BREAKDOWN

ATTENDANCE

Absences not verified by a parent/guardian within 5 days will be marked unexcused. All questions regarding unexcused absences must be directed to the ATTENDANCE.

REPORT ABSENCE/TARDY

  • Attendance Line: 619-510-4700 — press option 4 for Attendance. This line will take you to a voicemail message monitored frequently throughout the day.


Please speak clearly when leaving the information so we can accommodate you quickly. 


  • Student's first and last name
  • Student ID #
  • Student grade level
  • Date/s of absence or tardy
  • Reason for absence or tardy
  • Your relationship with the student
  • Phone number on record for your student



 If a student believes an absence or tardy is in error, the student should contact the teacher directly and work with the teacher to address the absence or tardy and make the correction, if possible.



SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS

Seniors, there is only ONE Saturday School! left to make up any unexcused absences and tardies! To be eligible for any Senior Activities and to walk during the Graduation Ceremony. (Under 12 Unexcused Absences/Tardies Combined)


FINAL Date:

May 16th

Seniors! Let's celebrate your last week by participating in next week's spirit week!

Tiger Spotlights

This past Saturday, Morse hosted an Oral Argument Competition with fourteen students participating. All of the participants gave clear, composed, and amazing closing arguments. Congratulations to 1st place ($200): Alleine Columna,2nd place ($175): Chase Isidro, and 3rd place ($100): Mahealani Burton!

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Yearbook Distribution is NEXT WEEK! All students can pick up their yearbook from May 18th-22nd, during lunch (11:45-12:20 pm) or after school (3:30-3:45 pm) in Room 603! In order to pick up the yearbook, students must bring ID (state-issued, driver's license, or current student ID) and proof of purchase (emailed receipt from Friesen or printed receipt from the finance office).

Hey Tigers, it's almost time to turn in your school materials before summer break! Here's the schedule for when you can turn them in!

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

HI TIGERS, WANT TO TRY SOMETHING NEW??? Check these clubs and be apart of something great here at Morse!

Come and support Morse High Drama next Friday and Saturday!

SPORTS

Congratulations to our Morse softball team on an incredible season and advancing to the CIF playoffs!

IMIN

PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ORGANIZATION

CONTACT INFO:

Ms. Orona, Community Assistant

📧 Jorona@sandi.net

📞 619-262-0763 ext. 2702



We’re happy to invite you to join our Parent, Teacher, Student

Organization (PTSO). This group brings together families, teachers, students, and community partners to support our school and help every student succeed.


The PTSO is a place to meet other families, help organize school events, support fundraising efforts, and works closely with staff to improve the school experience for all students.

SOCIAL MEDIA

CONTACTS:

SCHOOL WEBSITE!


INSTAGRAM:

Seniors: @morseseniors_26

Juniors: @morsehighco2027

Sophomores: @morsehighco28

ASB: @morsehigh_asb

Yearbook: @morsehsyearbook

Athletics: @morse.athletics

Counselors: @morsecounselors


YOUTUBE:

@MorseASB