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8/11
Half Day
Dismissal 1:00PM
8/18 & 8/19
Picture Days
8/25
Half Day
Dismissal 1:00PM
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Dear Thunderbolt Families,
Welcome back! I hope all of you had a great summer and had time to connect with friends and family. It has been very exciting to open school and welcome over 900 students to campus. Just in the past month, our campus has been busy. We have hosted Student Check-In, Parent and Student Orientation, our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Open House, campus tours and sports, and fine arts activities.
I am going into my 28th year as an educator and have never been more enthusiastic about a school. We have great students, parents, and staff all working hard to provide rich opportunities for our students.
At Mica Mountain, we have created a team that will provide our students an opportunity to develop skills to help them as they grow into adults. Our Vision Statement is to build a foundation for students to have an influence in the world through a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities with an emphasis on Academic Achievement, Leadership, Character Development, and Collaboration. These elements are woven into all courses and programs at Mica Mountain in order to best prepare students for their adult lives and to maintain high expectations of all stakeholders. It is the school’s goal that all Thunderbolts are people who not only have the motivation to grow as individuals but to make each other and the environment we live in better.
Our staff strives to follow specific Guiding Principles to ensure we serve our parents and students as best we can by establishing Trust through Consistent acts of Clarity, Authenticity, Respect, and Empathy.
During these unprecedented times, I hope all of you are staying healthy and safe. For almost 17 months, it has been difficult for all of us and we appreciate your patience, grace, and support as we continue to navigate through the pandemic. As we are notified of positive COVID cases on campus, I will send updates to keep you all informed.
Lastly, please keep up with your child’s academics by using all of the resources on the MMHS Webpage. Here, you can connect to PowerSchool, keep up with the latest news and find contact information for teachers and other staff. Parent-Teacher conferences are scheduled for September and are a great time to connect with teachers. More information will be sent to you soon regarding Parent-Teacher Conferences.
We are Mountain Strong!!!
Sincerely,
Nemer Hassey
Principal
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THUNDERBOLT STAFF 2021 - 2022 |
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Welcome to the 2021-2022 Mica Mountain High School’s Fall sports season!
-Football - Spirit Line - Volleyball - Cross Country - Swim -
RegisterMyAthlete provides a one-stop solution for students, parents, coaches, and administrators.
Questions regarding Athlete Registration please contact Athletics Secretary Terri Smith
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WHEN: August 18th and August 19th
WHERE: The Peak
HOW: Pictures will be during student's English Class.
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Students that do not have an English class please contact Ms.Mari to schedule a time.
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MMAC - Mica Mountain Athletic Complex Info.
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Thank you for helping us maintain a safe environment. Please follow the rules:
- No re-entry
- Clear bag policy
- No bags or purses larger than
5in. x 7in.
- No outside drinks, coolers or containers.
• Unopened bottled water is permitted
Thank you for your cooperation.
If you have questions regarding Athletes please contact Assistant Principal
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Creativity through Imagination is just getting started and it's not too late to join.
No artistic talent is required, just a desire to be innovative and creative in a safe environment. Open Studio is Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch with weekly meetings on Fridays during lunch in room 511, we will be doing some after-school meetings for larger projects, dates and times are TBD. Contact Mrs. Amy Kuhn or Ms. Sharon Newman for more information.
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The counseling department was excited to officially launch its new traditions of Commitment to Graduate this past week.
On Wednesday they had the official Graduation Gown signing assembly for the Class of 2022, and their Tassel is Worth the Hassle assembly for the Class of 2023.
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CLASS OF 2022
Gown Signing
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CLASS OF 2023
Tassel is Worth the Hassle
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On Thursday they introduced the Class of 2024 and 2025 to Commitment to graduate traditions by hosting the Key to My Success Assembly for the Sophomores and The Banner signing and C2G wrist band celebration for the Freshmen. |
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CLASS OF 2024
Key to My Success
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CLASS OF 2025
The Banner Signing C2G Wrist Band Celebration
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SPIRIT STORE- ONLINE STORE |
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Happy New School Year! As we begin our new school year we encourage you to have meaningful conversations with your students. In our Leadership class your student will be introduced to Character Dares as an actionable way to teach abstract concepts, values and traits of character to life. Here at Mica Mountain, we believe character is a set of skills and all skills require practice. This month we invite your family to complete the Family Dare. Each Dare utilizes the C.A.R.E model, (Conversation starters, Acts of kindness, Recreation and rest, and Expression of love) and lets you know what the area of focus is. I Dare you and your family to complete the challenge!
**As a reminder, each Dare utilizes the C.A.R.E model, (Conversation starters, Acts of kindness, Recreation and rest, and Expression of love) and lets you know what the area of focus is.**
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Have you recently lost a water bottle or items on campus?
Please make sure to check the lost and found located in the front office.
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College Bound Bolts
How To Have a Great School Year
Great school years don’t just happen; they require planning and hard work. Some of the keys to high school success involve getting adequate rest, developing good organizational skills, getting help as needed, reaching out to others, and being involved. Having goals and a plan will help students to make a great school year a reality.
For many active high school students, getting adequate rest seems impossible. Students should strive for at least eight hours of sleep and learn to prioritize and manage time. Well-rested students experience less stress, are more alert, and tend to perform better in school. Students can manage the demands of their schedules better by making a schedule and attacking important tasks first. Students should also seriously evaluate their extracurricular activities. Students often mistakenly believe that involvement in lots of activities will make them appear more attractive to college admissions personnel. No one can do it all and this type of all-or-nothing thinking can be destructive and lead to unnecessary stress. In contrast, it is much better to engage in fewer activities and do them well.
Another important key to school success is the development of good organizational skills. Goals should be set for each week, the school year, and for post-high school as well. Colored binders or folders for each class helps students to keep their classwork organized. In order to remain on schedule with assignments, maintain a weekly and monthly class calendar. It is also an excellent idea for students to utilize various tools to remain on track. They can maintain a written agenda, or set reminders for deadlines on their cell phones or laptops. A small whiteboard at home can help students check off daily tasks and prepare for the next day. Mini goals should be set for things like preparing for standardized tests and completing college admissions requirements and career preparation tasks.
It is important to pursue extracurricular interests in high school and Mica Mountain High School has many clubs and teams from which to choose. High school is the time for students to try new activities and sort out their interests and passions. By getting involved in activities, students can make friends and work on developing important social and leadership skills. It is also a great way to connect with teachers and other adults outside the classroom, which is helpful when students need to obtain recommendation letters for college and jobs.
Having a plan “A” is important, but having a plan “A” and a plan “B” is better. Students should be sure to meet with their counselor for assistance with setting goals and establishing step-by-step plans to achieve their goals. Counselors can help to ensure that students are on the right track to achieve their post-high school pursuits.
These techniques will help students get in gear for the school year, regardless of their current grade level. By utilizing these strategies students can have a smooth, successful year that can help them to thrive educationally and professionally. Don’t just have a good year, have a great year!
Dainah L. Graham, M.S., M.Ed.
TASA Counselor
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Please join us for our FIRST Official MMHS PTO FUNdraiser Tailgate Party of the Year @ ARBY'S Old Vail on FRIDAY, AUGUST 13th, 4:00-8:00 pm.
Donations gladly and thankfully accepted the entire day and evening! Thank you Arby's Old Vail and Jami Salyer and Old Vail Crew!
**Parents/Community Volunteers/Volunteer Coaches**
Please go online ANNUALLY to complete your volunteer or volunteer coach application at vailschooldistrict.org or scan the QR Code.
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~~~~COMING SOON~~~~Volunteers Needed~~~~
Check your emails for some fun and fabulous sign-ups! We'll need parent and community support for our popcorn sales nights at home football games, volunteers to help with our staff luncheon in September, donations of food and drinks, holiday decorators, and much more!
Thank YOU to those of you that have already joined our Mica Mountain PTO! Woohoo!!! Your family, community, corporate, or staff membership/sponsorship goes a long way in supporting our teachers, students, and staff throughout the entire school year! Bless you and thank YOU!
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MMHS Parent Teacher Organization |
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It’s been a busy and great start for our MMHS PTO! We enjoyed meeting so many wonderful families during check-in week, the beautiful Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, and a fantastic first meeting. Thank you for making our Membership Drive a great success! So far, we are proud to have 100% participation from staff, 209 families, 13 community members, and three corporate sponsors: Rita Ranch Automotive and Tire, CORE Construction, and Swaim Associates Architects. We could not do this without you! The support is outstanding! |
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Upcoming Events:
August 13th: Arby’s Fundraiser, 4-8 PM September 7th: PTO Meeting, 6 PM September 15th: Conference/Staff Luncheon
Opportunities to Support MMHS PTO:
Here are THREE EASY WAYS to support our PTO! The funds we receive directly benefit Mica Mountain, allowing us to help and give back to our amazing students and staff!
Coke Rewards: Search MICA MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL at
Shop at Fry’s and swipe your V.I.P Card and Fry’s sends us a check! Be sure to enroll your Fry’s card for Community Rewards to benefit MM PTO. Re-enrollment is required each school year starting Aug. 1st!
Amazon Smile: http://smile.amazon.com/ch/85-0680206 or search MICA MOUNTAIN PTO. All you have to do is shop at our unique link listed above or search MICA MOUNTAIN PTO when you shop at smile.amazon.com.
Find us on Facebook:
Mica Mountain PTO for information on how to join, meetings, news, and check out our current Thunderbolt Jewelry Fundraiser! For questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at mmhspto@vailschooldisctrict.org.
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Front Office - 879-3800
Attendance - 879-3803
Spirit Store - 879-3824
Registrar - 879-3812
Health Center - 879-3810
Tech. Office - 879-3807
Office Manager
Sandra Mooney 879-3805
Director of Communications
Juanita Mari 879-3808
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Principal
Nemer Hassey
Secretary
Chris Rich 879-3806
Assistant Principal
Jay Campos
Athletic Director
Whitney Holland 879-3813
Secretary
Terri Smith 879-3814
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We hope you enjoyed our MICA MOUNTAIN THUNDERBOLT NEWS!! |
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Mica Mountain High School | 520-879-3800 |10800 E. Valencia Road Tucson, Arizona 85747 |
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