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Onward & Upward Eagle Extra: Back to School!

Posted Date: 8/10/25 (1:00 PM)
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Onward & Upward Eagle Extra

Student and Parent Edition - Back to school

August 10, 2025

A Message From Principal Mr.Friend

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We Are Ready!

Dear Mighty Eagle Families,
We’re officially back, and as you can see in the photo, the whole staff is super excited to welcome our students, parents, and community into the 2025–2026 school year!
This year already off to an incredible start. Over the past week, our teachers and staff have been preparing, planning, and pouring their hearts into making this year special for every student who walks through our doors.
To ensure a smooth experience, please complete your annual verification ahead of time. It's important that ALL parents complete this. If done early student can get their school schedule early at the Parent Expo on the 13th.
School Supplies Reminder
We’ve received a few questions about supplies—thank you for being proactive! Please bring:
  • Pencils
  • A few folders
  • Paper
  • Wired Headphones
We're proud to be a 1:1 campus, which means every student receives a personal laptop.
Focused Learning Environment
Your success matters to us! To help everyone stay focused, the state has passed a new law. The new Texas House Bill 1481, which prohibits student use of personal communication devices, including cell phones, personal tablets, and smartwatches out during the school day. Devices provided by the school are exempt. We truly appreciate your cooperation in creating a distraction-free learning space that supports your academic growth.

Let’s start strong and take flight.

With a Eagle Pride That Never Dies,
Steven Friend
Principal, Pasadena High School

📆 Important Dates

First Week Back Reminders

Freshman First Day – Wednesday, August 13
  • 7:10 AM to 11:30 AM
  • 9th graders only!
  • Students will tour campus, receive their schedule, get devices, and meet their teachers
  • Parent Orientation & Expo in the Auditorium (more info below)
  • Students: bring a backpack, be in dress code, and check your bus info
First Day for All Students – Thursday, August 14
  • Grades 9–12
  • School Hours: 7:10 AM – 2:35 PM
  • Start in homeroom
  • Tablet rollout, class expectations, and campus welcome
Regular Bell Schedule Begins – Friday, August 15
  • Spirit shirt + jeans
  • Attendance reminders and classroom instruction begins

Annual Enrollment

All Parents must complete Annual Enrollment

ALL MUST COMPLETE- AVAILABLE IN SKYWARD

Back to School Forms - AVAILABLE IN SKYWARD❗❗❗ all students! Must complete Annual Enrollment! Newly enrolled students must show up for registration to gain access to skyward!

To expedite receiving your child's schedule, please ensure you have completed your Back to School forms in Skyward! You will not be able to receive your child's schedule until we have verified your Skyward paperwork is complete.

Once it is verified that all Back to School forms have been completed, your child will gain access to the following item: Class Schedule.

If you need assistance with completing Skyward paperwork, you are welcome to come to the school on August 4th from 7:00AM - 1:30PM and someone will be available to assist you!
Annual Enrollment - Click Here

Freshman First Day & Parent Orientation

Come See, Get Support, Learn The Eagle Way!

August 13, 2025

Freshman First Day

Incoming 9th graders only!
Students will tour campus, receive their schedule, get devices, and meet their teachers

 
A group of people in graduation gowns hold certificates, smiling for the camera.

Parent Orientation & Expo – August 13

We invite ALL parents (9–12) to attend our annual Parent Expo during Freshman First Day!
Where: PHS Auditorium
Time: After drop-off — session starts at 8:15 AM
Learn about:
  • Communication tools (ParentSquare & Student Site)
  • Student expectations & discipline policies
  • Eagle Time, clubs, sports, and ways to get involved
  • Canvas LMS & parent supports
  • Meet counselors, administrators, and student leaders
We’re proud to share this special video capturing the heart and purpose of the Eagle Plus School for Parents program.
Parent Expo
Spanish

First Day of School

What You Need to Know

August 14, 2025

First Day of School

Grades 9–12
School Hours: 7:10 AM – 2:35 PM
Start in homeroom
  • Homeroom locations will be posted in the cafeteria
  • Tablet rollout, class expectations, and campus welcome
How to Prepare:
  • Have your school ID
  • Be in dress code (see Student Site for details)
  • Check the bus schedule
  • Know your homeroom location, will be posted in the cafeteria
  • Bring your backpack and any school-issued device
More Info: Visit www.StudentMightyEagles.org for everything you need to know.
Bus Routes - Click Here
 
Informational graphic about Texas House Bill 1481, prohibiting personal communication devices in schools.

No Cell Phones - New State Law

New State Law: Personal Devices Must Be Out of Sight During School Hours
Governor Greg Abbott has officially signed Texas House Bill 1481 into law. This legislation requires that all personal communication devices be stored out of sight during the school day.
This includes:
  • Cellphones
  • Bluetooth Headphones(Airpods)
  • Personal Laptops or iPads
  • Smartwatches
Let's continue working together to keep our classrooms distraction-free and focused on student success and meaningful teacher engagement. Thank you for supporting a productive learning environment.
 
Dress Code
Pasadena High School vacation and appointment planning calendar for 2025-26.
 

100 Years of Tradition and Eagle Spirit

Pasadena High School football schedule displayed on a black background with green text and a school logo.

Football Schedule

A volleyball player in a green uniform jumps to serve the ball, with a schedule of games in the background.

Volleyball Schedule

 
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Burn Sam Carnival

Burn Sam Week!
  • Thursday, September 4
Burn Sam Carnival & Pep Rally – Join us for food, fun, and Eagle pride on campus. Time: After school (details to come)
  • Friday, September 5
Senior Bike ride (Morning)
Burn Sam Parade (Afternoon) – Kicks off at 4:30 PM, heading toward Veterans Stadium
Football Game: Pasadena vs. Rayburn – Kickoff at 7:00 PM at Veterans Memorial Stadium.

We invite the entire community to line the streets for the parade and cheer on the Eagles!
Football players in green uniforms stand in front of a large inflatable eagle.

Homecoming Week

Pride and Tradition
  • October 20–25 Homecoming Spirit Week & Campus Pep Rally
  • Thursday, October 23 – Homecoming Football Game Beat Kingwood Park
  • Saturday, October 25 – Homecoming Dance
More details about dress-up days and event themes to come!

We Are Winning!

Campus Highlights

Pasadena High School TEA Accountability Ratings Grade B graphic with eagle logo.

Connect With ParentSquare!

How Eagles Communicate...

We’re excited to continue using ParentSquare at Pasadena High and across Pasadena ISD as our unified platform for school-to-home communication. This powerful tool helps keep families informed, engaged, and connected with everything happening at school—all in one convenient place.
With ParentSquare, you can:
  • Receive important school and class updates
  • View calendar events
  • Share and receive pictures and files
  • Sign up to volunteer
  • Schedule parent-teacher conferences
  • And much more!
All communication from the district, school, grade levels, and classrooms will be sent directly to your email and/or phone via text. For the best experience, we encourage you to download the ParentSquare app, available for free on both iOS and Android devices.

New to ParentSquare?
Check out the Getting Started Video for Parents to learn how to make the most of the platform.
 
Directions for Parent Square
 

Health & Safety Reminders

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Medication Guidelines
General
  • Give medications at home when possible.
  • Schools can only give over-the-counter meds (e.g., Tylenol, cough syrup) if:
  • Provided from home
  • Accompanied by a signed LISD Medication Card
All Medications
  • Must be in original, labeled containers (no plastic bags)
  • Must be current (check expiration dates)
Self-Carried Meds (High School Only)
  • Only one-day, non-prescription doses allowed (e.g., Tylenol, Aleve)
  • Requires parental permission
  • Aspirin needs a doctor’s note (under 18)
Controlled Substances
  • Includes Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta
  • Must be brought by a parent/adult
  • Stored securely and counted by nurse
  • Must be in pharmacy-labeled containers (ask pharmacy for 2 bottles)
  • Unlabeled meds won’t be given
Inhalers
  • Students may carry one with a doctor’s note
  • Clinic requests a backup inhaler
  • Must be labeled (on inhaler or box)

Attendance Matters!

Showing up matters. Every day counts!

Because Your Future Shows Up When You Do

We believe in you. And we believe that being present every day builds habits that last a lifetime.
Being in school every day matters. It’s not just about grades or test scores it’s about building the habits that lead to success in school, in work, and in life.
What the Research Says:
  • Missing just 2 days a month (even excused) adds up to 18+ days a year that’s a full month of learning missed.
  • Students with strong attendance are 7x more likely to graduate on time.
  • Regular attendance is linked to higher GPA, better test scores.
Why It Matters for Life:
Attendance is more than a school habit—it’s a life skill.
When students build the habit of showing up now, they’re laying the foundation for a future where they’re prepared, dependable, and resilient.
Goal:
We’re challenging every Eagle to aim for 95% attendance or higher. That means showing up even on tough days. Your attendance is more than a number... it’s a reflection of YOU!

School Schedule

A school schedule chart displays class times for various periods and activities.

Helpful Links & Resources

Bookmark for support

School Website
Student Website
Skyward Family Access
Follow Your Eagles on Instagram
Follow Your Eagles On Facebook
 
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Questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or need assistance as we begin the school year, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help!
We look forward to partnering with you for a successful school year.

Courage Responsibility and Respect