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Week of FEBRuary 2nd

This week’s BucTV Link https://youtu.be/Y9nMGOsTwXQ
Monday, 2/2 is a B Day
Wednesday, 2/4 is LATE START

Happening This Week

National School Counselor Week

This week we recognize and celebrate our School Counseling Team!

Caroline Tressel, Head Counselor (A-E), Kristen Salehi (F-M), Jo Ann Sweidel (N-Z) and Laura Farrar (STARS)

National School Counselor Week highlights the crucial impact school counselors have on student success, career planning, and social-emotional development.

When you see your counselor this week, thake a moment to thank them!

Winter Pep Rally Spirit Week (Feb 2-6):

Mon 2/2- Winter in San Diego/Dogs Out

Tues 2/3- Jersey Day

Wed 2/4- Soccer Mom vs BBQ Dad

Thurs 2/5- Performative Day (check @mb_bucs for ideas)

Fri 2/6- White out for Pep Rally

Monday February 2nd

Application Open!

2026 Summer Paid Leadership Internship Program in partnership with CCTE, Teach Lead, FranklinCovey Education, and Leader in Me.

This 5-week, paid summer internship is open to currently enrolled SDUSD high school students who are 16 years old or older and interested in leadership, education, and career exploration. The program provides hands-on experience working with elementary students, professional development, and leadership training.

Application Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc92L1yCvUjfTLSSNrkzOGFHtPWMqsRRLe_-E1iOLLbO3d3zw/closedform

Tuesday February 3rd & Wednesday February 4th

MBHS Winter Formal Tickets on Sale This Week Tues & Wed

Wednesday is the FINAL day to buy tickets!

Sat, Feb 7 from 7-10pm at The Music Box in Little Italy.

Dance Contract and Dance FAQs

These items are required at time of purchase:

Payment

School ID

Signed Dance Contract

Proof of VIP clearance

Each student must buy their own ticket.

There are no refunds or ticket transfers for any reason. There are NO EXCEPTIONS. This includes, but is not limited to, illness, injury, and family emergencies. If you purchase a ticket and cannot attend, please consider it a donation to MBHS student programs.

YOU MUST BE ON THE VIP LIST TO BUY A TICKET

Wednesday, February 4th

This Wednesday is our Late Start Day for February.

First bell rings at 10:08AM

Wednesday Feb 4th 5:30 PM

Film Screening of a Chicano Love Story in the Mission Bay Auditorium

RSVP NOW

This event is presented by the Caesar Chavez Service Club and the score was written and performed by Mission Bay Music Musicians

The love story of the Chicano Movement in San Diego told through the lives of Linda and Carlos LeGerette who played a pivotal role in helping advance the cause of the Mexican American community in the cities and in the agricultural fields of California.

Students, Families and our broader community are invited!

RSVP via QR Code or EventBrite link

Doors open at 4:30PM

Thursday, February 5th

Please join us this Thursday at Morse High for a vibrant and engaging celebration of African American History with district leaders, teachers, students, families, and community partners.

This event promises to be a dynamic experience, fostering connection, learning, and celebration for all ages. Let’s celebrate history, culture, and community together!

Games & Trivia, Music & Dance, Arts & Crafts, Local Authors & Artists, Resources & Prizes

When: Thursday, February 5, 2026

Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm - Light Dinner | 5:30pm - 6:30pm - Black History Celebration

Where: Morse High School (Auditorium) - 6905 Skyline Dr., S.D., 92114

Spanish and Haitian Creole interpretation are available. Childcare provided.

Flyer for sharing:
English | Spanish | Haitian Creole

Friday, February 6th

Attention 10th-12th graders: Need some help figuring out your strengths and potential future careers? The ASVAB exam is coming to Mission Bay High on Friday, February 6 during periods 6 and 7. This test will help you to identify what you're good at and learn about potential options after high school. This free test is not pass or fail. Click here for more information and to sign up. Any questions? Reach out to Ms. Farrar in room 152 or lfarrar@sandi.net.

Winter Pep Rally: Our winter pep rally will be on Fri, Feb 6 with a modified bell schedule for the day.

P1/5 8:45-9:58am

P2/6 10:03- 11:16am

P3/7 11:21am-12:34pm

Pep Rally 12:34-1:34pm

Lunch 1:39-2:09pm

P4/8 2:14-3:28pm

General Announcements

Progress Reports!

The term ends in just 2 weeks! Thursday, Feb 12th.

Reivew grades in Canvas and Powerschool now so that you have time to get the supports you need! Check in with your teachers, attend ACES befor or after school, visit TREAT teachers at lunch and get any work done before the term ends.

Remember that progress report grades determine your eligibility to participate in Athletics. They will be emailed to parents/guardians the following Friday Friday, 20th.

Heads up Bucs - ACES subject-specific help updates. Refer to the latest schedule linked on the website here.

Also reminder to all students taking Spanish - Spanish tutoring for all levels, with Mr. Medina in the library for ACES every Thursday from 7:30 am to 8:30 am. Gracias

Hey Bucs! Work-based Learning is now on Instagram! Follow @mb_wbl to get the most up to date information about work-based opportunities at Mission Bay and across San Diego County.

7v7 football every Saturday 11am-1pm at MBHS. All MBHS students are eligible & welcome to participate. Returning JV & Varsity football players are encouraged to bring new players. No experience required. No contact. MBHS JV & Varsity 7v7 football teams forming soon for spring tournaments. Contact Coach Tate with questions coachtate32@gmail.com.

Valentine's Spirit Day 2/12: It's time to hard launch your relationship status!

White- single

Pink- talking

Red- dating

Purple- it's complicated

Save the date for the Mission Bay Calm Space Project Grand Opening!

Tues, February 17th 4pm - 6pm

Families welcome!

The space is located in the courtyard between the 210 and 220 buildings

Selling pizza, chips and drinks to support the project

Mindfulness crafts, cornhole, clubs and more

Save the Date - Mon, Feb 23rd

Mission Bay Music's SD Jazz Party Concert in the MBHS Auditorium at 9:15am, all are welcome to attend!

Thurs, Feb 26th NO SCHOOL - Support the Walkout

Mon, March 9th - THIS IS AN INSTRUCTIONAL DAY to replace the Walkout Day (B Day)

SDUSD will honor the SDEA strike and close schools on February 26, 2026. Closing schools for one day will ensure that students are not placed in situations where adequate supervision, instructional continuity, and campus safety cannot be reliably maintained.

The make-up date for classes will be on March 9th to ensure students receive the instructional time and services to support their success.

A website with detailed information and frequently asked questions - Linked here.
A link here to our Special Education Press Conference footage with details on our work to improve special education.
A link here to invite families to sign our petition to fully fund special education.

March 9th will follow the B day that was previously scheduled on Feb 26th.

School Schedule will be modified as follows:

Wed 2/25 A Day | Thurs 2/26 NO SCHOOL - WALKOUT DAY | Fri 2/27 A Day

Mon 3/2-Thur 3/5 Normal schedule

Fri 3/6 B Day | Mon 3/9 YES SCHOOL - B Day | Tues 3/10 A Day

Any AP scholar planning to take an exam in May 2026 must confirm the accuracy of their exam order by March 1. Scholars can login to myap.collegeboard.org or visit bit.ly/sdusdAP for more details.

Dear 10th Graders: Please complete this form to RSVP that you want to take the optional PSAT 10 exam. RSVP Here

EXAM DATE - MARCH 18, 2026
DEADLINE TO RSVP - MARCH 6, 2026

This exam is NOT required but many scholars will choose to take it to get practice for the real SAT. More details are here - https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-10/whats-on-the-test

Join ASB for the 2026-27 School Year: Apply to join the ASB class! Apps due April 8 at 12pm. ASB Application for Current 9-12 Graders

ASB Application for 2026-27 School Year (current 9-12th graders)

ASB Application for the 2026-27 School Year for Current 8th Graders

Shoe Drive Fundraiser supporting Crown Point Junior Music Academy

Have gently worn, used or new shoes you nolonger need? Give them a second life! Donation box located in the Attendance office. Donate accepted through Feb 6th.

As a student 18 or under, you can ride the bus, Trolley, COASTER, and SPRINTER for free.

Visit link for more info:

https://gowithpronto.netlify.app/faq

Check out what our art students are doing in Mrs. Parrish room!

Take a look: https://deeparrish.blogspot.com/?view=sidebar

Your trash is Art Treasures! Anybody clearing out their closets or garage for 2026???? The Art Department can use your discarded or donation items including: Fabric (Any sewing related items really like needles, buttons, zippers and thread!), Magazines, Old Newspapers, any old broken jewelry or crafting items. Drop any donations off at Room #232. Thank you!-Henkes

Winter Formal Dress Drive: If you, or someone you know, have a formal dress you no longer wear, donate it to ASB for our Winter Formal Dress Drive. If you need a dress, stop by ASB to see what has been donated before buying one!

Submit a short film to the Directing Change Film Contest – Entries Due March 1, 2026

Use your storytelling skills and creativity to make a difference by creating a short film for the Directing Change Program & Film Contest. Submit a film about mental health, suicide prevention, or substance use, to inspire hope, support and positive change in your community. Entries are due March 1, 2026 – cash prizes up to $1,000 and statewide recognition available for winning films. More details can be found on the Directing Change website. Full Contest Details / Submit Online

Showing up matters. When you miss school, you miss out on learning, friends, and opportunities. Be present, stay on track, and remember: showing up today sets you up for success tomorrow.

Did you receive an attendance support plan? Please make sure you are following it and attending Saturday School and TREATs!

Canvas Course - San Diego Unified Information Classroom - Learn about upcoming student opportunities. If you have not yet joined the class, you can do so using this link: https://sandiegounified.instructure.com/enroll/W4XJAL

Canvas Course - Counselor's Corner for your grade level - Your MBHS counselors have posted content specific to your grade level in your Counselor's Corner classroom - Stay informed and check for updates and opportunities every week!

Counselors' Corner 9th-10th MBHS 2025-26

Counselors' Corner 11th MBHS 2025-26

Counselors' Corner for Seniors at MBHS 2025-26

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

ACES TUTORING - Open before and after school in the Library! Every Monday through Friday in the mornings from 7:30 - 8:30 and every Monday through Thursday in the afternoons from 3:30 - 5:00. We have teachers across all subject areas to help you!

TREAT is held everyday at lunch please report by 1:30 Students can make up a tardy in the auditorium with Mrs. Filamor or with a participating teacher.

MB Wellness Center is available to students as a safe space to reset, relieve academic stress, and get resources. For more information you can get a 5Star pass and stop by Room 154 to see Mrs. Cota.
ALL ARE WELCOME!

Tell Your Parents

Important Dates

Wed, Feb 4th LATE START
Wed, Feb 11th FOPBSS Meeting 6pm at PBMS
Thurs, Feb 12th - End of the Progress Report Term / Progress reports emailed out Fri, Feb 20th
Fri, Feb 13th and Mon, Feb 16th - NO SCHOOL in obersance of Presidents Day
Thurs, Feb 26th NO SCHOOL - Support the Walkout
Mon, March 9th - THIS IS AN INSTRUCTIONAL DAY to replace the Walkout Day

Become a Mentor!

We’re launching Mentor Mondays from January–May and are seeking caring adults to share their career experiences with 11th and 12th graders during lunchtime. Your guidance can inspire students to explore future opportunities. Join us in making an impact! Please fill out the Mentor Mondays Availability Form is you are interested (you do not have to commit to all of the dates).