Moore Haven Middle-High School

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, members of The Seminole Tribe of Florida joined us on campus today to share their culture. What an amazing day! Thank you to all members of the Tribe who came to share the rich traditions and food of the Tribe.

The Boys Basketball Team did a fundraiser to pie a faculty member in the face. The top 3 "fund raisers" ended up getting pied: Ms. Busby (most funds raised), Coach Lee (2nd place), and Ms. Gray (3rd Place). We hope the pie tasted great!

Please join Dr. Roy and Ms. Erskin in celebrating Zaria Hendrix who received a POSITIVE OFFICE REFERRAL for demonstrating responsibility. Ms. Erskin wrote, "Zaria took it upon herself today to ask for help when she realized she needed it in math. After a few moments, she reported that it wasn't that difficult now that she got the hang of it. I am proud of her for taking responsibility for her learning today!" Well done, Zaria!

Please join Dr. Roy and Ms. Aragus in celebrating Garrett Sexton who received a POSTIVE OFFICE REFERRAL for helping others, showing respect, academic improvement, and consistency in effort. Ms. Aragus wrote, "Garrett comes to every class with a positive attitude ready to tackle whatever assignment is being done that class period. He gives 110% for everything he does and is a wonderful, respectful, and kind young man. He is also the first person to volunteer help if a classmate is having trouble with school work as well. Overall, he is a joy to have in class and an upstanding student." Well done, Garrett!

Please join Dr. Roy for Pizza with the Principal!

Dear Terrier Families, Please click on the video below from Dr. Roy to learn more about Moore Haven Middle-High School's new Principal.   https://youtu.be/urspaO8S-Do

Dear 8th Grade Parents, We are excited to invite you to a parent meeting regarding the upcoming Universal Studios GradVenture Trip for our 8th grade students. This meeting will provide important information about the trip, including dates, costs, and the steps required students to participate. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 18, 2024 at 5:30 pm, and we encourage all parents of interested students to attend. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and ensure your child is fully prepared for this exciting event. We look forward to seeing you there! Sincerely, Ms. Hall GradVenture Trip Coordinator

Dear Parents & Community Members, We are starting the process of developing a clear VISION for what Moore Haven Middle-High School will strive to become as we reach for excellence in all we do. To begin this process, Faculty & Staff Members met yesterday afternoon to reflect on our current Vision Statement and develop revised Vision Statements that they believe more accurately paint a picture of who we strive to become. We would love to know which Vision Statement most resonates with your vision for our school. Please consider clicking on the link below and voting for our next Vision Statement. A school's Vision Statement is an incredibly powerful statement of self purpose that states what a school wishes to become in a "perfect world." It expresses our goal of what we believe is the pursuit of excellence. Link: https://forms.gle/zijCZVqQDeULgXoB6

Dear Parents and Guardians, We want to inform you of important updates regarding our school bus routes and schedules to begin next Thursday morning 11-14-24. These changes are designed to improve efficiency, safety, and convenience for all students. Please review the details below to ensure your child’s timely arrival and departure from school. For a full list of all updated bus routes, please visit UPDATED 24/25 BUS ROUTES MH or contact the school office for more details. Please ensure your child is at their designated bus stop at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time to avoid delays. Important Reminders: Route Changes: Some bus routes have been adjusted due to construction, traffic, or other logistical considerations. Please double-check the updated schedule. Bus Safety: Remind your child of the importance of following all bus safety rules, including wearing seat belts (if available), staying seated during the ride, and listening to the bus driver. Bus Behavior: Students who violate the student code of conduct may have their riding privileges revoked. Bus Behavior = Best Behavior Contact Information: If you have any questions or concerns about the new routes or schedules, please do not hesitate to contact the transportation department at 863-946-2083 or email: ronald.boils@glades-schools.org or angie.white-banda@glades-schools.org We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we make these necessary adjustments to better serve our students. Thank you for your support!

Dear Moore Haven Middle-High School Families, This is your Proud Principal, Dr. Roy. I am writing to inform you of important updates to our school’s procedure regarding the use of electronic devices, which will go into effect starting December 3rd. As part of our continued efforts to maintain a focused and productive learning environment, students will no longer be allowed to use personal electronic devices—this includes cell phones, earbuds, headphones, smartwatches, or any other personal electronics—during school hours, except for school-issued devices for educational purposes, or unless a staff member gives explicit permission to use a personal device for educational purposes. Key Updates: • Effective Date: December 3, 2024 • Hours of Enforcement: From 8:27 AM to 3:10 PM, students will be required to keep their electronic devices away and out of sight during school hours. • Device Violations: If a student is seen using an unauthorized device during the school day, it will be turned into a faculty member and returned at the end of the school day. • Additional Information: Starting January 7, 2025, parents will be required to pick up their child’s cell phone at the school after it has been turned in. This policy is being implemented to help minimize distractions and ensure a more focused and engaging academic environments for all students. We understand that many students use these devices for communication and safety reasons; however, we encourage students to use the designated school-issued devices for educational activities during the day. Students will also be permitted to use the phone in the front office for any necessary communication, and we are happy to relay any messages from parents to students. We kindly ask for your support in reinforcing this procedure with your child, as adherence to this guideline is essential for maintaining a positive learning environment. If you have any questions or concerns about the new procedure, please feel free to contact the school at 863-946-0811 or via email at matthew.roy@glades-schools.org. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, Dr. Matthew Roy Proud Principal Moore Haven Middle-High School

Moore Haven Middle-High School honored our Veterans today at our Veterans' Day Ceremony. Thank you for your service, Veterans!

Congratulations to our amazing Sophomore, Liam DuFrene, who has been awarded the Eleanor Roosevelt Leadership Award and also earned 6th place in their debate competition. Way to go, Liam!!!

Just another day teaching and learning through the decades!

Our teachers had a blast with Dress like a Student Wednesday!

Can you guess Monday's Underground Spirit Week theme?

This week our Faculty & Staff are participating in an Underground Spirit Week to keep our energy in good spirits. In other words, the students have no idea in what condition their teachers will be each morning when they arrive. Can you guess today's theme based on the photos?

Join us to honor our Veterans!

Today, Friday, November 1st, we hosted our Quarter 1 PBiS Celebration, which took place during lunch time. Students who earned no more than 3 absences or tardies, and no office referrals were able to participate in our ICE CREAM SOCIAL. WAY TO GO TERRIERS!

Calling all Juniors & Seniors! Are you college-bound? Do you still need to pass a math or reading test to meet graduation requirements in the State of Florida? Consider attending this upcoming ACT Study Session!

Dear Terrier Family, Please join us for the Career Fair on November 14th from 4pm to 7pm.