MORSE HIGH NEWSLETTER

OCT 13TH-24TH, 2025

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

HEY SENIORS, SENIOR CONTRACTS ARE DUE! MAKE SURE YOU TURN THEM INTO MR DUFFY (RM 207). SENIORS WHO DON'T TURN IN CONTRACTS WITH AUTOMATICALLY BE PLACED ONTO THE LOP LIST!!!

ROUND 2 OF SENIOR PORTRAITS IS HERE!

Tiger Spotlights

This week we are spotlighting two of our Fall sport athletes who are apart of our Girls Varsity Volleyball team and Boys Varsity Football team!

Hailie Bautista, (Class '26) Libero

1.) How did you feel about your performance in last weeks game?

"I felt like I did pretty good but I could've played better like my serve receive and my defense."


2.) How do you keep the team motivated, as the game goes on?

"I keep the team motivated by telling them they're doing good or just trying to lighten up their mood."


3.) How do you mentally prepare for a game?

"I listen to music and pray."

Ethan Esmailian, (Class '28) Quarterback

1.) How did you feel about your performance in last weeks game?

"I think I did good because of my teammates performing when they need to and my coach calling the right plays at the right time."


2.) How do you keep the offense motivated, as the game goes on?

"I just communicate with them, I think the most important thing as a leader is to communicate and listen to your teammates to help motivate them in the right ways."


3.) How do you mentally prepare for a game?

"I pray and know that i'm going to be able to go out there on the field and ball out."

Staff (Tiger) Spotlight

Our very own Coach Gaby is featured on the Staff Spotlight for the School District, representing LGBTQIA+ Heritage Month. Check out the video below! Video Link

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tomorrow, this event is open to the community a great chance to sell, shop, or support school groups. Sell items, promote your business, or fundraise for your club. Booth fees support Morse students, & Sellers keep 100% of their sales (donations are welcome).

Come support Morse Drama Club, as they take on the act of Alice in Wonderland!

Purchase This Years Yearbook Today for $70!

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

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

SPORTS

GAME WEEK, COME SUPPORT OUR MALE AND FEMALE TIGERS!

Our Girls Varsity Flag Team & Boys Varsity Football Team, getting the win on the road against the UC Centurions (Girls) & Clairemont Chieftains (Boys).

Congratulations to our Girls Volleyball Teams for winning D5 CENTRAL League!

Don't miss your shot, tryout for our Boys & Girls winter sports teams! Represent Tiger Pride!

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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