The MCC Buzz, August 8, 2016

Important Dates

August 9

Freshman Orientation 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Transfer Student Orientation 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

MCC Gymnasium

School uniforms are not required. Please dress appropriately.

Lunch will be provided.

Students do not need to bring backpacks or supplies.

Photos for Student ID cards will be taken for new students only.

August 10

First Day of School 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Regular school uniforms must be worn. This is not a Mass day.

August 11

New Parent Orientation 6 p.m. (parents only)

N-Building

All parents new to MCC are invited to attend this event. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early to check-in and join us for some refreshments. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the philosophy and programs that will be available to your student.

August 25

Back to School Night Time 6 p.m. (parents only)

On this evening, parents will have the opportunity to rotate through their child's school schedule and meet the teachers.

Hustler Day Make-Up Session

Tuesday, August 9

12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Media Center

If you missed the Hustler Day last Thursday, you may stop by the MCC Media Center tomorrow anytime between 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. This will give you the opportunity to take care of all necessary items before the start of school.

A wonderful Hustler welcome!

This past week, approximately 19 new international students arrived for the first time in Melbourne to become part of our student body. The students arrived a bit nervous and scared but once they met their host families at the Orlando International Airport they realized everything was going to be fine. The students spent three days at MCC for international orientation were they met many local students who will be their peer mentors. The peer mentors and peer leaders did an amazing job getting to know each student. During orientation they received a campus tour, had a scavenger hunt on campus as well in downtown Melbourne. The students also played many ice-breaker games getting to know their new American friends!

When you see these new students on campus, please be sure to introduce yourself and welcome them to the MCC community.

Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up

Please drop-off and pick-up your students at the east end of campus. Use the entrance for the parking lot at the football field. Click here to view traffic pattern. You may also use the back part of the parking lot behind the gym, avoid the side of this lot.

Students are NOT to be dropped off or picked up in the front semi-circle parking area, even for late arrivals. Dropping-off and picking-up students in the front semi-circle causes a dangerous situation for both the students and the drivers.

Also, please refrain from using the Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital parking lot located across the street from MCC on Florida Avenue at all times. This lot is available only for the use of its patients, visitors and employees.

Thank you for your cooperation.

School Administered Medications

All medication to be taken during school hours must be turned in its original container with directions for dosage with the completed parental permission slip. This policy applies to both prescription and over the counter medications. These items may be brought to the front office.

Parental Permission Form

The Buzz Moves to Thursdays

The Buzz, MCC's e-newsletter, provides valuable information for both students and parents about the happenings on campus. This year, The Buzz will be distributed every other Thursday beginning August 25th. The most current Buzz can be accessed on the home page of the MCC website. In addition, an archive has been established on our website to allow you the opportunity to check information from past editions. The archives are located under Parents and MCC Publications.

Attention Class of 2020

Want to become involved in a service club and help others less fortunate?

Join the Key Club. Now accepting applications from all interested freshmen. Application will be available once you can access Google classroom. Enter code: tyes1lu

Questions?

Contact Mrs. Herschbach,

herschbachr@melbournecc.org

Parent Guild Needs Your Help

The MCC Parent Guild needs your help to treat the teachers and staff to a back-to-school surprise by stocking their lounge with goodies. Donations of the following items are needed:

Prepackaged non-perishable snacks like granola bars, trail mix, nuts, crackers, cookies etc.
Individual drinks such as bottled water, Gatorade, flavored water and juice
K-Cups and flavored creamers

If you would like to make a donation, please drop off items to the front office during the first week of school.

MCC Fall Sports News

Cross Country

Contact Coach Melissa Vandett, manz0220@yahoo.com, for tryout information.

Football

Practice starts on August 1 from 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Those will also be the times of workouts from August 1 - 5. On Saturday, August 6,we will practice from 8 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. with a cookout and parent meeting following practice. On August 8, we will practice from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The August 9th practices will be from 6 a.m.-7:45 a.m. and 3 p.m. -7 p.m. For further information, please contact Coach Stacy Sizemore, sizemores@melbournecc.org.

Boys Varsity Golf

There will be a short meeting, on the patio behind the gym on Wednesday, August 10th at 3:30 p.m. for all boys interested in playing on the MCC Varsity Golf Team. Players from last year must attend. Please contact Coach Rick Burr, raburr3@yahoo.com, with any questions.

Girls Varsity Golf

The MCC Girls Golf team will have a pre-season meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 28th in room N-213. Practice starts August 1. If you have questions, please e-mail Coach Jim Kelly at kellyj@melbournecc.org .

Swimming

Contact Coach Jim Solomon, j.dsolomon@yahoo.com, for tryout information.

Volleyball

MCC Volleyball tryouts will start on Monday, Aug 1st and 2nd. JV and Varsity are 4 p.m.-6 p.m. , 9th grade is 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Barrett, hustlervolleyball@gmail.com.

Prior to tryouts, students must submit both FHSAA required forms (EL2 Physical and EL3 Consent) to the Front Office. Both of these Click here to access forms.

MCC Baseball Alumni Accomplishments

2016 senior Mark Potter was named to the first team Louisville Slugger All American Team by Collegiate Baseball.

2012 graduate Kevin Thompson was named All Tournament Team in helping Nova Southeastern win the division 2 national championship.

2014 graduate Christian Vargas helped lead Salve Regina to the Common Coast Conference championship and an appearance in the division 3 regional.

2014 graduates Vinny Capra has signed with Richmond while John Capra has signed with FAMU to continue their playing careers out of Eastern Florida.

MCC Champions Club Memberships

The Champions Club is a booster organization supporting Melbourne Central Catholic's athletic program. It's mission is to promote athletics at Melbourne Central Catholic High School in an atmosphere that is consistent with the educational philosophy of the school community, while promoting a Catholic and Christian community. The membership informaiton and registration form is available below and on the MCC website.