MHS Announcements 09/17/2026

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS: 

Attention 11th and 12th graders. The military is entitled to request your name, address, and telephone number. If you do not wish your information to be released to the military, please stop by the main office in either building and pick up an opt out form. Forms are due back to the offices by October 1.

SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Girls varsity soccer takes on Warren Area High School in an away game tonight at 6:30 while boys varsity football has a home game against Erie High at 7:00

REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

McDowell Students, for the 2026-2027 school year, we will be introducing the Peer Review Club, an outlet designed to provide students with assistance for their English Language written work. We will meet Tuesdays, but we do offer support outside of weekly meetings. Ask your English teacher or email 145187@mtsd.org to sign up and get English support.

Attention Swifties! Our first meeting of the year will be held this Friday, September 18th during tutorial in room 2-202 (McD North). Stop by for an "Enchanted" time as we step into the world of Speak Now! There will be Taylor-themed activities, crafts, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate one of the most iconic eras. Email Mrs. Gildersleeve (gildersleeve@mtsd.org) if you have any questions or would like to attend. 

Attention Students! Do you like flowers and gardening? Do you like creating fun crafts? If you do, McDowell Garden Club is an activity you want to check out. This club is a great opportunity to gain service hours and fill in requirements for the STEM Certificate, all while having fun! Our first meeting will be on Friday, September 18th, at McDowell North in room 4-210 during tutorial. If you have any questions, please see or contact Mrs. Allaman (allaman@mtsd.org).

Attention Seniors: Homecoming Court Nominations Are Now Open! It’s time to nominate the classmates who best represent the spirit and high standards of McDowell High School for this year's Homecoming Court! Before you cast your vote, please review the critical guidelines below: Voting Rules & Instructions Only current 12th-grade students (1 submission per senior). Every senior may nominate 2 seniors for Homecoming Court. You are nominating individuals, not couples. Strict Campaigning Policy It is not appropriate to ask other for votes or run as a couple—a deserving court member does not need to ask for votes. Any paper flyers or electronic posts brought to administration's attention will result in immediate disqualification. Note: McDowell High School Administration has final approval of the Homecoming Court and reserves the right to remove any candidate who does not exemplify the highest standards of our school. Deadline: Round 1 voting closes strictly at 2:00 PM on Friday, September 18th. Don't wait—get your nominations in!

ASL Sign Language Club will meet Thursdays during tutorial this year in room 6-200. Our next meeting will take place on September 17th. If you need a pass or the code to join our Google Classroom, please come see Ms. Farrell. Thank you!

Attention NHS applicants: Your application is due this Friday, September 18 by 11:59 on Google Classroom. Late applications will not be accepted. See Mrs. Schrier in room 210 with any questions.

Good morning, Kinder! The first German Club meeting will be held this Thursday, September 17th, in McDowell North room 2-212. If you are taking or have taken at least one German class, you are more than welcome to come! The google classroom code will be shared at this introductory meeting, so, teachers, please allow students to come to the meeting without a pass. Digital passes will be available for all future meetings. Can't wait to see everyone on Thursday!

Are you interested in fashion sustainability? Would you like to try your hand at repurposing an article of clothing? If you said yes, then stop by room 4-206 on Friday, September 18th to check out the Leather and Lace Initiative. We will be discussing our activities for the year.

Attention students! Put cash in your bank account, rack up community service hours, and stack your college resume—all in a single day. The Erie County Student Poll Worker Program is looking for 17-year-olds to step up and help manage polling sites on Election Day. You will get paid to assist voters and keep things running smoothly, and zero prior experience is required. To qualify, you must: Be 17 years of age or older Be in good academic standing Be a U.S. citizen and Erie County resident for at least 30 days prior to the election Stop hitting snooze on your resume— see Ms. Lehman in room 123 to grab an application and secure your spot! Applications are due back to her by September 23rd!