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Week of October 26th
Week of October 26th
BucTV
Monday, 10/26 is a B Day
Happening This Week
Happening This Week
Monday, October 26th
Monday, October 26th
Monday College Rep Visit
Monday College Rep Visit
Reminder: The College Rep Visit LIST is updated daily. You will need to ask permission (from your teacher) to leave class and attend a session. It is your responsibility to mark your calendar and be aware of the visit schedule. Check-in is at the counseling office or the location listed above.
Monday, 10/26/2026, 9:15 AM, Counseling
College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA
Representative: Hannah Baker hbaker@holycross.edu
Work-based Learning Mentor Mondays
Work-based Learning Mentor Mondays
Our next WBL Mentor Monday will feature Sandeep and the Entrepreneur Academy. This event will be for those interested in creating your own business
Monday, Oct 26th
Sign up on the work-based learning website or scan the flyer.
Tuesday, October 27th
Tuesday, October 27th
Tuesday College Rep Visits
Tuesday College Rep Visits
Tuesday, 10/27/2026, 9:15 AM, Library?
University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA
Representative: Cylan Shaffer cyshaffer@ucsd.edu
Fall Financial Aid for Seniors/Families Tuesday, October 27th
Fall Financial Aid for Seniors/Families Tuesday, October 27th
Dear 12th Grade Families and Students, please join us for a MBHS evening program on Financial Aid for Seniors. In this virtual event, you will learn more about types of financial aid, how to get it, steps/timelines, scholarships, and resources for students at MBHS!
October 27 from 6-7pm
Teams link: Here
Meeting ID: 229 985 176 380 70, Password: C7fW92hG
Wednesday, October 28th
Wednesday, October 28th
Wednesday College Rep Visits
Wednesday College Rep Visits
Wednesday, 10/28/2026, 10:45 AM, Counseling
Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT
Representative: Katherine Grosso kgrosso@wesleyan.edu
WRESTLING
WRESTLING
If you are interested in wrestling on the boys of girls wrestling teams this upcoming season, please attend the preseason wrestling meeting Wednesday October 28th at 1:30 in room 272
Thursday, October 29th
Thursday, October 29th
Thursday College Rep Visits
Thursday College Rep Visits
Thursday, 10/29/2026, 10:45 AM, Counseling
Durham University, Durham, England, (UK)
Representative: Alyce Myers alyce.myers@durham.ac.uk
Work-Based Learning Field to USD on Thurs, Oct 29th - Discover your Future in STEM
Work-Based Learning Field to USD on Thurs, Oct 29th - Discover your Future in STEM
Sign up in the WBL room 334E for the 2026 Students In Stem Youth Development Forum!
Whether you are curious about nursing, engineering, chemistry or technology, this free forum will show you what is possible!
October 29 from 9-1:30pm
Space is limited so reserve your spot for this Work-based Learning Field trip asap!
International Baccalaureate (IB) Information Night for Families - Thursday, October 29th 6pm
International Baccalaureate (IB) Information Night for Families - Thursday, October 29th 6pm
Please save the date to join our IB Coordinator, Tracy Borg, in this presentation and info session sharing more about IB at MBHS.
The presentation will include a discussion of the benefits of IB, course pathways and IB assessments. We hope to see you there!
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2463146437621153?p=tVduOngDi6wSZNnO69
Meeting ID: 246 314 643 762 115 3
Passcode: RD2Xt9KZ
Friday, October 30th
Friday, October 30th
P2 Progress Report Term Ends on Friday, Oct 30th
P2 Progress Report Term Ends on Friday, Oct 30th
Check Canvas and Powerschool grades to ensure that you are on track. Utilize FREE tutoring with ACES before and after school - You have both ACES Teachers and STYLE PeerTutors available to you! See the schedule below.
Tip! You can earn TREAT credit if you check in with participating teachers at lunch.
Progress report grades determine your eligibility to participate in Athletics and they will be emailed to parents/guardians the following Friday.
Friday College Rep Visits
Friday College Rep Visits
Friday, 10/30/2026, 10:45 AM, Counseling
Chapman University, Orange, CA
Representative: Kylie Seppala kyseppala@chapman.edu
Flamingo Friday with Frankie!
Flamingo Friday with Frankie!
Friday is Flamingo Friday. Please bring or wear anything with Flamingos on it so we can take a picture with Franky for the yearbook.
Friday is Halloween Dress Up Day!
Friday is Halloween Dress Up Day!
Come to school on Fri in your Halloween Costume! Please follow school rules regarding costumes including: no masks, no weapons, must be school appropriate.
Trick or Treating for ASB Card Holders!!!
Trick or Treating for ASB Card Holders!!!
Join us for our 1st ASB Card Holder Appreciation event of the school year! If you have an ASB card you will be able to trick or treat at various stops around campus at lunch on Oct 30. Lists will be posted in the halls and on Instagram @mb_bucs. You must show your ASB card to get your treat.
Halloween Costume Contest
Halloween Costume Contest
ASB is hosting the Halloween Costume Contest during p8 at the Halloween Concert. If you would like to participate in the contest please complete the Halloween Costume Contest Entry Form by Oct 28. The categories are funniest, scariest and most original.
Annual Mission Bay Music Halloween Concert!
Annual Mission Bay Music Halloween Concert!
The Halloween concert will take place during 8th Period on Friday, October 30th.
The fun show will be featuring the Wind Symphony, String Orchestra, Concert Choir and the Symphony Orchestra.
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bus Route Information in Powerschool
Bus Route Information in Powerschool
If you ride the school bus, you will find a new button in Powerschool to see your Bus Route Information. Due to the weekly changes that Transportation is making, we recommend that you check your Bus Route Information in Powerschool every Sunday. The system will indicate if there are changes to your bus schedule pick up and drop off times for the week.
https:/powerschool.sandi.net/public
Honoring Our Loved Ones 💛
Honoring Our Loved Ones 💛
We invite all students and staff to participate in our Community Altar, located outside the Wellness Center, as a way to honor and remember someone special in your life—a loved one, a beloved pet, or a friend.
This altar is a space to celebrate the lives of those who have touched our hearts, share memories, and reflect on the love and connections that remain with us. You are welcome to contribute a photo, a note, a drawing, or another small item that reminds you of someone special.
Whether you are remembering someone who has passed away or simply celebrating someone who has made a difference in your life, your contribution is welcome.
Together, we can create a space filled with love, remembrance, and community. 💐
Visit the Community Altar outside the Wellness Center and join us in honoring those who will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Fall College Resources for 11th and 12th Graders
Fall College Resources for 11th and 12th Graders
Your Counselors have compiled College Planning Resources for you! Not only are there in-person visits from schools, you have access to virtual events and on demand resources from a variety of sources. Take Advantage!Link: College Planning - Fall 2026.
Next Week's College Representative Visits will be:
Monday, 11/2/2026, 10:45 AM, Counseling
Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, MD
Representative: Sophia Belkin sbelkin@mica.edu
Wednesday, 11/4/2026, 11:45 AM, Counseling
Long Island University - Post, Brooklyn, NY
Representative: Brianna Kilker brianna.kilker@liu.edu
The list is updated daily. You will need to ask permission (from your teacher) to leave class and attend a session. It is your responsibility to mark your calendar and be aware of the visit schedule. Check-in is at the counseling office or the location listed above.
Work-based Learning Field trip to Palomar College, Thursday, November 12th
Work-based Learning Field trip to Palomar College, Thursday, November 12th
San Diego Trades Day - A Day for Career Connected Learning! This field trip is limited to 20 spots and includes hands-on activities in construction, engineering, design, technology, sustainability and more!
November 12 from 10am-Noon
Reserve your spot for this Work-based Learning Field trip asap!
FINAL YEARBOOK SALE DEADLINE
FINAL YEARBOOK SALE DEADLINE
The last day to purchase the 2027 yearbook at our sale price of $80 is November 14. You can do so online with a card at Jostens.com or with cash or check payable to "MBHS" at the Finance Office. Make sure to reserve your copy before we sell out!
New Resource for Students! Check out the Student Signal board for Jobs, Internships, Research, Leadership and Volunteering Opportunities for High School Students
New Resource for Students! Check out the Student Signal board for Jobs, Internships, Research, Leadership and Volunteering Opportunities for High School Students
Student Signal is a free opportunity board for San Diego high-school students. You can find curated listings that lead students to official sources. No account is required to browse and explore jobs, internships, research programs, volunteering, competitions, and leadership opportunities, with eligibility, costs, and official applications links in one place.
Browse freely, compare the details that matter, then continue to the organization's official page.
https://www.studentsignal.org/
Student REsources
Student REsources
ACES TUTORING
ACES TUTORING
ACES Tutoring is offered Monday through Friday from 7:30-8:30am and Monday through Thursday from 3:30-5:00pm.
This is a focused space to work before and after school and access supports from teachers across all subject areas.
Tutoring is free and open to all students!
The ACES STYLE Peer Tutoring Team
The ACES STYLE Peer Tutoring Team
ACES Style or Student Tutoring Youth Leadership Experience is a group of very capable and committed students who are available in the Library before and after school providing high-level tutoring support in the core subjects of English, History, Math, Science, and Spanish, along with Art, Chinese, Computer Science, Engineering, Film, and Music Theory. As we approach Progress Report #1, we strongly encourage that your student takes advantage of this incredible opportunity!
MBHS Wellness Center
MBHS Wellness Center
MBHS Wellness Center is a student centered safe, inclusive, non-judgemental space for students to recharge, regulate with a 15 minute check-in, build connections with peers, and access resources and support. The Wellness Center is in Room 154. For more information, you can get a 5Star pass and stop by Room 154 to see Mrs. Cota.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
New Resource for Students! Student Signal
New Resource for Students! Student Signal
Student Signal is a free opportunity board for San Diego high-school students. You can find curated listings that lead students to official sources. No account is required to browse and explore jobs, internships, research programs, volunteering, competitions, and leadership opportunities, with eligibility, costs, and official applications links in one place.
Browse freely, compare the details that matter, then continue to the organization's official page.
https://www.studentsignal.org/
SDUSD News for High School: Relevant news and information specific for high school families High School (9th - 12th Grades) Information
SDUSD Student Hub - Resource hub for Student Engagement, Important Resources, and Upcoming Events https://www.sandiegounified.org/student_hub
MBHS Canvas Courses - Counselor's Corner for your grade level - Your MBHS counselors will post content specific to your grade level in your Counselor's Corner classroom - Accept your invite today!
Mission Bay Website's Student Menu has links to Parking Permits, Clubs List, Powerschool and more!
Tell Your Parents
Tell Your Parents
International Baccalaureate (IB) Information Night for Families - Thursday, October 29th 6pm
International Baccalaureate (IB) Information Night for Families - Thursday, October 29th 6pm
Please save the date to join our IB Coordinator, Tracy Borg, in this presentation and info session sharing more about IB at MBHS.
The presentation will include a discussion of the benefits of IB, course pathways and IB assessments. We hope to see you there!
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2463146437621153?p=tVduOngDi6wSZNnO69
Meeting ID: 246 314 643 762 115 3
Passcode: RD2Xt9KZ
Deadline is November 1st to Pay for AP Exams
Deadline is November 1st to Pay for AP Exams
Check with your student's counselor if you have questions about AP Exams. The deadline to pay without late fees is November 1st.
Bus Route Information in Powerschool
Bus Route Information in Powerschool
If your student rides the school bus, you will find a new button in Powerschool to see their Bus Route Information. Due to the weekly changes that Transportation is making, we recommend that you check the Bus Route Information in Powerschool every Sunday. The system will indicate if there are changes to their bus schedule pick up and drop off times for the week.
https:/powerschool.sandi.net/public
Annual Forms in Parent Portal
Only about 50% of our families have completed the annual forms for 2026-2027. Each year, families are required to complete several forms for each of their children enrolled in an SDUSD school.
Please log in to your Parent Portal and review the forms listed. Complete any Annual Forms that have not yet been submitted.
If you need assistance with your Parent Portal account, please email agriffin@sandi.net
Reporting an absence?
Email: missionbayattendance@sandi.net or Phone: (858)536-0136, Press Option 2
Include: student name, your name and relationship to student, date(s) of the absence, reason for the absence and your phone number. Attendance records can only be cleared within 5 school days.
Picking up your student Early?
Please make every effort to call or email at least one hour before expected dismissal time! If you know in advance, you can send a note in with your student to get dismissed early. Students leaving early must have school authorization by way of a "Blue Slip" to exit campus. Failure to get a Blue Slip before leaving campus will result in a truancy. Parents/guardians may not call to clear a truancy after the student has left campus.
Looking Ahead - Important Dates
Looking Ahead - Important Dates
November 3rd - SSC 8AM virtual
November 4th - LATE START
November 5th - BLT 8AM virtual
November 6th - Progress Reports emailed to families
November 20th - Early Release Minimum Day - school ends at 2PM
November 23rd - 27th - NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break
November 30th - Classes resume
Friends of Pacific Beach Secondary Schools
Friends of Pacific Beach Secondary Schools
Friends of PB Secondary Schools (FOPBSS) welcomes you! FOPBSS is the official parent teacher organiztion for Mission Bay High School and Pacific Beach Middle School. Join us!
Community Events
Community Events
Enrollment Options Choice Priority Window for 2027-2028 is open now!
Enrollment Options Choice Priority Window for 2027-2028 is open now!
School Choice gives families the option to enroll their student in a school other than their neighborhood school. Choice enrollment application is open now and those that apply before Nov 15th will have priority.
Families interested in attending Mission Bay High for the 2027-2028, and don't currently attend Pacific Beach Middle, should apply. If you live in the 92109 zip code, you do not need to apply for Choice, as Mission Bay is your neighborhood high school.
Prospective families are invited to Join us for our next School Tour on Thursday, Oct 22nd to learn more about Mission Bay High. For more information about Choice, visit SDUSD Enrollment Options.
Note that Nov 12th tour may be our last in-person tour due to construction.
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