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STUDENT NEWS
Important Dates & Events
September 14: FULL DAY MONDAY
September 21: Austerity Monday- No School
September 28: FULL DAY MONDAY
October 5: Austerity Monday- No School
October 12: Commonwealth Cultural Day- No School
October 19: Austerity Monday- No School
October 20: Second Quarter Starts
October 26: Austerity Monday- No School
November 2: Austerity Monday- No School
November 3: Election Day- No School
November 4: Citizen Day- No School
November 9: Austerity Monday- No School
November 11: Veterans Day- No School
November 16: Austerity Monday- No School
November 23: Austerity Monday- No School
November 25: Education Day
November 26: Thanksgiving Day- No School
November 27: Student-Teacher Break
November 30: Austerity Monday- No School
December 7: Austerity Monday- No School
December 8: Constitution Day- No School
December 14: Austerity Monday- No School
December 21: Austerity Monday- No School
December 28: Austerity Monday- No School
December 22-31: Student-Teacher Break
January 1, 2027: New Year’s Day- No School
January 4: Austerity Monday- No School
January 11: Austerity Monday- No School
January 12: Second Semester (3rd Quarter Starts)
Student Attire & Academic Environment Standard
At Marianas High School, our goal is to provide every student with a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment where they can learn, grow, and prepare for success beyond high school. As part of this commitment, MHS is reinforcing our expectations regarding student attire and appearance. We want to be clear that this effort is not simply about enforcing a dress code. It is about establishing an academic standard that reflects the purpose of our school environment and the values we expect our students to demonstrate.
The CNMI Public School System Rules and Regulations, §60-20-464 - Student Attire and Appearance, establishes expectations regarding attire that causes distraction, inhibits learning, creates a safety concern, or disrupts the educational process.
What Does This Mean for Our Students?
We are asking our students to consider the environment they are in and make choices that support learning.
Our Dolphin PRIDE values provide the foundation for this standard:
PERSEVERANCE
We make the effort to meet the standard and prepare ourselves for success.
RESPECT
We respect ourselves, others, and our learning environment.
INTEGRITY
We make good choices even when no one is watching.
DISCIPLINE
We understand that choices have consequences and take responsibility.
EXCELLENCE
We hold ourselves to a higher standard and represent MHS with PRIDE.
We recognize that students express themselves in many different ways, and we respect individuality. At the same time, different environments carry different expectations. School is an academic environment, and our attire and appearance should support the purpose of being here: learning.
Our Commitment to Consistency
Moving forward, MHS will work to ensure that student attire expectations are communicated and addressed consistently, respectfully, and fairly.
Students can expect staff to address concerns professionally and provide an opportunity to correct issues when appropriate. Our goal is not to embarrass or shame students, but to help them understand expectations, make responsible choices, and take ownership of their decisions.
We also ask parents and guardians to review the attached Student Attire & Academic Environment Standard with their students and discuss the importance of coming to school prepared to learn.
One School. One Standard.
We believe that clear expectations, consistent communication, and strong partnerships between students, families, staff, and administration are essential to creating the school environment our students deserve.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to maintain the high standards of Marianas High School.
Dolphin PRIDE - Perseverance • Respect • Integrity • Discipline •e Excellence
Apply: SAT Fee Waiver
Eligible high school students can now apply for an SAT Fee Waiver.
Students can only receive ONE fee waiver in their lifetime. If you have already availed of an SAT Fee Waiver, you cannot apply for another.
SAT Fee Waivers are available to low-income 11th- and 12th- grade students in the U.S. or U.S. territories. You are eligible for a fee waiver if you meet one of the below criteria:
You're enrolled in or eligible to participate in the federal National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
All PSS Students are enrolled in NSLP
Your family's annual income falls within the Income Eligibility Guidelines set by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service.
You're enrolled in a federal, state, or local program that aids students from low-income families (e.g., TRIO programs like Upward Bound).
Your family receives public assistance.
You're unhoused or reside in federally subsidized public housing or a foster home.
You're a ward of the state or an orphan.
Please see the brochure attached for further information. To apply for an SAT Fee Waiver, click the link below:
https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/fee-waivers
When filling out the contact information for an adult who can verify your eligibility, please use your MHS Counselor's email. If you encounter any issues, please see your counselor.
Fall 2026 ASVAB Testing - Register Now!
Attention MHS Juniors & Seniors!
Thinking about your future? Curious about your strengths, skills, and career options? This one's for you!
The Counseling Department is excited to open registration for Fall 2026 ASVAB testing!
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a nationally recognized assessment that helps students discover their strengths and explore possible career paths. While it's commonly used by the military, it's also a great tool for any student who wants insight into their abilities and future options. Over one million students take it every year!
Why take the ASVAB?
Learn what you're good at
Explore career possibilities
Useful whether or not you're considering the military
If you're even a little curious, we highly encourage you to sign up!
Testing Details
Test Date: October 15, 2026
Maximum slots: 80
First 80 students to register will be accepted
Last day to register: October 2, 2026
How to Register
Sign up using the link below:https://forms.gle/5PWxD7tMconenna89
An MOU is included in the registration form. Please read it carefully before submitting.
If you have any questions, please stop by the counseling office.
Hafa Adai PSS,
We’re proud to officially launch Pacifica Insurance Underwriters, Inc.’s 2026 13th Annual Pacifica Art Contest (PAC)! The spirit of Marianas Strong took on special meaning after Super Typhoon Yutu devastated our islands in 2018, reminding us that our greatest strength is found in how we rise, rebuild, and care for one another.
This year’s theme—“Faith & Hope Post Sinlaku & Bavi”—continues that story. After our islands faced two super typhoons within just three months, artists of all ages are invited to transform shared experiences into expressions of strength, healing, and possibility. Through art, show us how our community restores harmony, supports one another, and gives back with care—and what it truly means to be Marianas Strong.
Art gives young people and adults a meaningful way to reflect, release, reconnect, and heal. Every brushstroke, photograph, and digital creation can remind us that even after the storm, hope remains. Since 2014, PAC has received more than 3,000 submissions; together, we can make 2026 our most uplifting and meaningful year yet.
2026 PAC Details
· Theme: Faith & Hope Post Sinlaku & Bavi
· Categories:
o Traditional Category 1 — Ages 6–11
o Traditional Category 2 — Ages 12–17
o Photo — All Ages
o Digital — All Ages
· Mediums & Submission:
o Traditional: Pen, paint, charcoal, oil pastel, crayons, and more. Maximum size: 18 × 24 inches. Traditional entries must be submitted to the Pacifica office.
o Photo: JPG, JPEG, or PNG.
o Digital: Digital artwork in JPEG or PNG format.
o Online details and submission information: pacificains.com/artcontest
· Judging Criteria: Creativity & Originality; Quality of Artwork; Clarity of Theme; Overall Presentation
Prizes: $300 + gifts for each category
· Submission Deadline: September 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM
Submission Location: Pacifica office at Joeten Center, Susupe, Saipan CNMI
Attached is the official flyer for the 2026 competition. Complete rules, guidelines, and the submission form are available at pacificains.com/artcontest.
Help us spread the word and invite students, families, and artists across the CNMI to create with heart, share their stories, and imagine a brighter future. Each entry can become a message of courage, connection, and hope—and a celebration of the strength within our islands.
Entrants can compete for cash prizes, gifts, and recognition for themselves and their school. If you have questions or would like additional materials, please reach out. We also welcome opportunities to partner with your team to expand participation and help this community program grow.
Let’s turn faith into courage, hope into action, and creativity into a brighter tomorrow. We can’t wait to see how you bring your vision to life!
Sincerely,
Your 2026 PAC Committee
Dana Marie Sablan & Loriann Rabe
