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Good evening Menendez Families and Community,
We hope you all had a great week and weekend. We had an incredible week at the school last week. Our Student Council hosted our first Club Rush of the year. This was an opportunity for students to check out the over 20 clubs on campus during lunch. It was very well attended and we believe there will be more clubs available for students in the coming weeks.
We want to congratulate the many students who excelled on FSA retakes last week. We are working diligently to ensure every student is successful. We are very proud of each of these students and will stay vigilant in ensuring the success of every student.
Since we are nearing the end of the first quarter, please take time to review your child's grades and attendance in Home Access Center. We have noticed that, generally speaking, our attendance and behaviors has been good. This is a big improvement that will show in student achievement. Please remind your child, if they drive, to come to school and class on time.
Speaking of clubs, our Student Council, in cooperation with our clubs and athletics will be hosting the inaugural Track of Treat on October. This is an opportunity for the the entire community to come together for sime trick or treating, a movie and time to come together for the betterment of our community. See the flyer below for a save the date.
Please see the flyer below regarding digital IDs. These will be utilized this year for students in the media center, cafeteria, checking in and out and other school events. If your child does not have a cell phone, we do have alternative options. IN addition, all students must complete the form below to access the SJCSD network and acknowledge access to the SJCSD student code of conduct.
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=V9CzsxL8P0-S9HK-boRDUeKKGqBOENVEqvS-DZFzgwNURFRJTEZEWjZVSVoxRlVaUTk1MVQ3UEo3Uy4u
Senior and junior parents, please make sure to look through the entire newsletter as there is important information from Jostens regarding graduation and the opportunity to purchase school rings.
Visitors to campus MUST complete a School Access Form which can be found on the SJCSD website at https://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/volunteer/.
- This clearance is for entry on campus during school hours such as a morning meeting with teachers or counselors, volunteering, or other events.
As the year progresses, the message will fill with information for our students, parents and our community. Please make sure to subscribe to The Menendez Message at the link below.
We look forward to unlocking the potential of each student and Menendez High School this coming school year. RISE UP FALCONS!
Respectfully,
Ted Banton
Principal
Pedro Menendez High School
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- October 9th - 14th - Homecoming week
- October 11th- PSAT- See message below.
- October 13th - First quarter ends
- October 14th - Homecoming Dance
- October 17th - FBLA meeting
- October 24th - Report cards available in HAC
- October 25th - Track or Treat
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We are off to a great start at PMHS. See below pictures of award recipients for the month of September.
A student who receives the ‘School Rising Up to Show Character Counts’ recognition is selected based on their continuous display of good character. These skills have been adopted by our school district to help ensure our students’ success in the classroom, as well as the community. This is a monthly award in which all departments select (2) students who demonstrates outstanding character and exemplifies one of more of the following six pillars of character.
The following students are being recognized for FAIRNESS.
Banton (Principal’s Award): Jason Watson
Deans: Noble Fissehaye, Isis Hollingsworth
Banton: Jason Watson
Arts: Alex Harris, Isabella Casillas
Math: Layla Burch, Tyrel Trahan
ELA: Gabby Lepore, Riley Hall
Science: Jillian Jones, Kaleigha Roberts
PE: Sarah Scibelli, Joseph Soto
Academies: Owen Buck, Madilyn Koshinski, Cody Williamson
ESE: Zionnie Hall, Cayden Sellburg
World Languages: Colby Barnes, Ash Bailey
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October Attendance Challenge……Rise Up in Attendance
Students, see if you can go to school every day for a whole month! Students with perfect attendance for the month of October will be entered into a drawing for a pair of air pods.
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The School Counselors will be presenting in the senior English classes during Homecoming week regarding graduation requirements and the college application process. If you or your student still have questions after these presentations, please don't hesitate to contact your student's counselor. We have been actively posting scholarship opportunities on our Guidance Schoology page, so please encourage your senior students to keep checking that page for updates! | |
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DUAL ENROLLMENT INFO
Any student planning on taking a Dual Enrollment class at SJRSC or online, you will need to make an appointment with your counselor beginning next week. Please view the course offerings on the SJRSC website prior to your meeting. This includes all Early college students.
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The college application season is in full swing and our School Counselors are here to help! The first step is for seniors to make a free account on www.commonapp.org where they can fill out one application that gets sent to multiple colleges which saves quite a bit of time and effort. Once they have done that, please have them make an appointment with their School Counselor to go over specifics with transcripts, letters of recommendation, and test scores, so we can make sure they have everything they need in a timely manner. We highly recommend all applications be submitted by November 1st as this is when most of the schools have set their priority deadlines. Check out www.naviance.com if your student doesn't know where they want to apply yet or is an underclassman looking for general information for the future - every student has a free account, they just need to log in with their S# and password - we can help get them logged in at school their first time if they need assistance.
The PMHS School Counselor Office looks forward to serving the academic and social needs of the students of PMHS. More information on services and supports can be found at https://www-pmhs.stjohns.k12.fl.us/guidance/
Stephanie Toffaletti
IB Coordinator
stephanie.tofaletti@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Meredith Masiak
Early College Students and Students with the last name A-E
meredith.masiak@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Kathy Hamill
Students with the last name F-M
kathryn.hamill@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Jacqueline Cruz
Students with the last name N-Z
jacqueline.cruz@stjohns.k12.fl.us
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The October 11th PSAT administration will be here before we know it! Make sure your students is prepared by having them take advantage of the following resources:
Khan Academy Official PSAT Prep: https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/sat/full-length-sat-1/paper-sat-tests/a/full-length-psat-nmsqt
PSAT Practice Tests*: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/preparing/practice-tests
*Your student will need to download the Bluebook App and create a College Board account to view practice scores.
Students who are testing the PSAT
If you prefer early dismissal for your student after testing is completed at 12:30-1pm (or allow them to drive themself), they must have an Early Dismissal Note. Please complete the request NO LATER than October 6 at 3:30pm: https://surveys.stjohns.k12.fl.us/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=pmhsdismissal#
The pass will be given to the student in their test room on Oct. 11th
Students not participating in the PSAT
To ensure an optimal testing environment, we will allow flexibility to students on this day. High school students who are not participating in the PSAT may complete assigned work from home or at school on this day. Assigned work will be due on Thursday, October 12, 2023, the day after the exam.
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Our 4th year Flagler Health+ Academy students have started rotations at the hospital.
Students are exposed to various career pathways. They shadow in several departments, observing healthcare professionals in their clinical settings. This amazing opportunity allows our academy students to fuel their passion for the healthcare field.
Thank you, Flagler Health+ for partnering with us to drive student success.
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Academy Student Shout Outs for September
Congratulation to our Academy Student Character Counts Winners. These students were recognized for the character trait of Fairness.
- Owen Buck
- Madelyn Koshini
- Cody Williamson
Congratulations to our Academy Students who earned an Industry Certification in September
AutoCAD: Adam Lawson
Revit: Charley Benton, Casey Chhour, Justin Harvey, Corbin Bareswilt, Kaleb Deguzman, Kosta Andriotis, Ty Morin, and Ezikial Hale
Click Here to view our Academy Newsletter
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Parents/guardians may limit what their own students can check out from the school library by filling out the Parental Choice Library Book Restriction Form. Restrictions from middle school are no longer valid. A new form must be filled out and returned to the high school to meet new state requirements.” | |
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Medication Given in School
Per school board policy, all medications must be brought into the clinic by a parent/guardian, not the student and requires the Medication Authorization Form to be completed (see below). Please include a Medical Management Plan if applicable (see below).
New bottles must be brought in by parents for each refill. Medication cannot be given from an old bottle.
All medication must be in their original containers, labeled with the student’s name, dosage, frequency of administration and physician’s name.
Medication should not be transported between home and school daily. Separate containers should be kept at home and at school.
Parents will be responsible for delivery and retrieval of medication to and from the school nurse.
Student Authorization to Self-Carry Medication
Per Florida Statue 1002.20, The Medication Authorization Form allows the student to carry their own emergency medication (Epinephrine Pen, Auvi Q, Glucagon or Inhaler) if and only if the parent and physician sign in the Florida Statute box on the Med Auth Form. This form must be returned to the school nurse before the student is allowed to carry prescribed self-administered medications.
Over the counter medications may be taken/given at school. They must be in the original container and be within the current expiration date. Please complete an Over-the Counter Form found below.
If you have any questions regarding medication to be taken/given at school, please contact Mrs. Parrey, RN, at 904-547-8672 or Rosemary.Parrey@stjohns.k12.fl.us. Additional medical forms can be found on our website under Clinic.
Medication-Authorization-form-
Allergy MMP2023-2024
Asthma-Medical-Management-Plan-MMP (2)
Over-the-Counter-Non-Medical-Form (1)
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FINAL CALL FOR SENIOR PORTRAITS
On Monday, September 25, 2023, ANY senior wanting their portrait in the yearbook, MUST sign up. See Jodie Johnson or their English teacher for an ACCESS Code to log in to www.Leonards.com.
This is the FINAL event AT PMHS. Afterward, Seniors OR early graduating Juniors will need to make an appointment at Leonard’s Studios physical location.
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JUNIORS AND PARENTS
IMPORTANT!
It’s time to order your Official Class Ring or Jewelry!
GROUP ORDER DEADLINE:
October 5th
Ring Ceremony:
January 10th
Step 1:
Stay in the know!
(Sign up for updates)
Step 2:
Order Now
*To ensure the arrival of your custom ring, in time for your delivery event, make sure you order by your Group Order Deadline.
Jostens Digital Class Jewelry Catalog (English) (Bilingual)
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Homecoming week October 9-14, 2023, ~Life in the Dream House~
~MONDAY Career Day ~TUESDAY Surf or Team Jersey Day ~THURSDAY Dynamic Duo Day ~FRIDAY Pink Out~
Skit Nite- Wednesday, October 11h at 6:00pm in the PMHS Auditorium
Pep Rally- Friday, October 13th
Homecoming game and HOCO Court (king/queen crowning)- Friday, October 13th at 7:00pm
Homecoming Dance- Saturday, October 14th in the PMHS Gymnasium 7:00-10:00pm
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Senior Men
There will be a Sr. Men meeting this Thursday morning in the gym hallway at 9:00. If you cannot attend, please see Coach Melgard
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Track & Field
The Pedro Menendez Track & Field Team will conduct strength training Wednesday mornings before school. If you have interest, please see Coach Ray in room 400 before school.
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Girls Volleyball
October 5th is our Breast Cancer Awareness Night
Selling tshirts for $20 – ALL MONEY GOES TO BREAST CANCER RESEARCH. If you would like a shirt – see Coach Crosby room 625
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The Menendez Athletic Department utilizes an online paperless registration system, AthleticClearance.com. The registration process is attached. Additional Menendez Athletics information, including coaches’ contact information, can be found at www-pmhs.stjohns.k12.fl.us/athletics/. Our expectation is that every athlete will be registered by their parent/guardian before their desired sport’s start date.
Athletic Clearance Instructions
Please ensure the following when completing the online process:
1. Student ID should be entered WITHOUT a preceding “S”. Numeric ID only!
2. Scan and upload physical as ONE document.
3. Ensure that student information is complete on page 4 of the physical (EL2).
4. Ensure that the MD has checked “Medically eligible for all sports without restriction” AND signed and dated page 4 of the physical.
5. Ensure that student and parent signature/date is completed on bottom of page 4 of the physical.
The only type of physical we accept is the FHSAA EL2 physical form. The updated physical form is 4 pages. Starting the 23-24 school year, the old EL2 form WILL NOT be accepted.
Please keep in mind that the FHSAA requires all student athletes to view free video courses on concussions, heat illness, and sudden cardiac arrest (see instructions below). Signatures on the EL3 form indicate that your athlete has completed these three video courses. The FHSAA also requires that all student athletes have at least a 2.0 unweighted GPA to be eligible for participation.
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Fall Sports Start Date - 7/31/23
Bowling
Cross Country - Boys
Cross Country - Girls
Dance
Football
Golf- Boys
Golf - Girls
Swim
Girls VB
Winter Sports Start Date released soon!
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Falcon Pride Store
Baker’s Sports has an online store open again for Menendez Merch. Click the link below to see what’s available. Ships Directly to your house.
https://bakerssport-falconpride.itemorder.com/
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600 State Road 206 West
St. Augustine, FL 32086
Main: (904) 547-8660
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