Happy Halloween & Daylight Saving Time Reminder
We want to wish all of our Mustang families a safe and Happy Halloween!
Also, a friendly reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend. Be sure to turn your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night and enjoy the extra hour of sleep!
Attendance Updates
Dear Marriotts Ridge Families,
Each month, HCPSS sends home an attendance update for any student reaching a 10%, 15%, 20%, or higher absentee rate. Please note that this calculation includes both excused and unexcused absences. We share these letters to keep you fully informed and to partner with you in supporting your student's learning and growth.
As we approach several upcoming holidays and long weekends, we encourage families to be mindful of attendance when planning travel and personal events. Families should submit requests for local discretionary absences when appropriate by completing the Local Discretionary Absence Request Form and emailing it to mrhsabsence@hcpss.org.
Consistent attendance plays a key role in student success. Beyond staying up to date with classwork, regular attendance helps students build strong relationships with peers and staff and feel connected to our school community. When absences reach 10%, the state designates a student as chronically absent—a benchmark meant to help us identify where additional support may be needed early on.
We also recognize that circumstances such as medical concerns or health challenges can impact attendance. If your student is navigating health needs, our school nurse, counselors, and staff are here to work with you and provide accommodations.
If you need additional support, academic interventions, or community resources, please do not hesitate to reach out to your student’s assigned administrator or counselor listed below.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership and shared commitment to our students' success.
Translated versions of this letter are available below:
Winter Sports Tryouts
Information on Winter Sports Tryouts - Deadline to submit paperwork is November 11th at 5pm.
MRHS Fall Theater Production: Much Ado About Nothing
November 5th, 6th, & 7th at 7pm
Opening night for Much Ado About Nothing is fast approaching! The students are doing some really great work bringing to life this witty and wonderful romantic comedy so get your tickets ASAP!
https://hcpss.booktix.com/t/MAAN
Yearbook & Senior Ad Sales Now Open
Yearbook sales are now open, and Senior Parent Ads are available for purchase. Families may purchase a yearbook, a Senior Parent Ad, or both.
Underclassmen Picture Make-Up & Retake Day - November 10th
When:
Did your student miss Picture Day or need a retake? Legacy Studios will be at MRHS on Tuesday, November 10th for Picture Make-Up and Retake Day.
MRHS Boosters News
Winter Sports Physicals
Need a winter sports physical? Complete sports physicals are available at any First Call Medical Center for only $30 paid directly to MRHS Boosters Club. 100% of proceeds directly benefits Boosters. Simply purchase on our website and present your Boosters receipt at time of visit. Purchase here: https://www.mrhsboosters.com/product-page/sports-physical
Preparticipation Physical Evaluation Form
Show Your Support for Boosters
Is your student playing a winter sport? Have they joined a club this year? Are they part of a music program or theater production? Please consider showing your support for all Ridge programs by becoming a Boosters member. With no PTA at MRHS, Boosters supports all students and staff and we can’t do it without you! Your entire membership fee for Boosters stays at MRHS and benefits ALL students. Join here today: https://www.mrhsboosters.com/membership. Thank you for supporting Boosters! Go Mustangs!
MRHS Music Foundation News
MUSIC FAMILIES:
- TODAY: Suggested 2nd Payment Due for Spring Music Trip
- NOW thru NOV 9: Concert Attire Exchange Window OPEN- See info HERE
- NOV 2: Spring Trip Chaperone Interest Form Due
- NOV 2: Mustang Chorale Rehearsal after school 2:45-4p
ALL MRHS COMMUNITY:
- OCT 31: Marching Band competition at Arundel HS
- NOV 5, 6, 7: MRHS Theatre Production of Much Ado About Nothing- Get Tickets Here
- Poinsettia Sale till NOV 21: Order Here
- World’s Finest Chocolate Sales OPEN - find a music student after school & buy a bar or two!
- Charleston Wrap Sales OPEN - get your favorite music student's order code, or just support the Music Department in general ordering your holiday & everyday gifts & wrapping paper!
- Become (or Find) a Music Patron
MRHS Upcoming Dates:
November 3 - Schools & Offices Closed - Election Day
November 6 - Report Cards Issued at 4:00pm
November 6 - Parent Teacher Conferences Open for Scheduling at 8:00am
November 10 - Underclassmen Picture Make-Up and Retake Day
November 11 - Winter Sports Tryout Paperwork Deadline at 5:00pm
November 11 - Boosters Meeting 7:00pm - MRHS Student Services Office
November 14 - Winter Sports Begin
November 17 - Music Foundation General Meeting 7:00pm - MRHS Student Services Office
November 19 - Parent Teacher Conference Window Closes at 4:00pm
November 23 - Schools Close 3 hours Early.
November 24 - Schools Close 3 hours Early. Parent/Teacher Virtual Conferences
November 25 - Schools Closed for Students. Parent/Teacher Virtual Conferences.
November 26-27 - Schools and Offices Closed.