Shark Bites 07012025

Posted Date: 7/01/25 (7:10 PM)

Shark Bites

Weekly Newsletter for July 1, 2025

Two blue pennants with 'Destin High School' and 'Go Sharks!' text.

Hello Shark Community

Welcome to this week's edition of Shark Bites! We're excited to share the latest news and updates from our school community, keeping you informed and engaged.

Be a Hero – Sponsor a Destin High Teacher Today!

Sharks, we need YOU! 🦈💙

We’re launching our 'Sponsor a Teacher ' campaign—just 38 teachers need champions like you! For $1,000, you’ll directly support student success, classroom innovation, and essential supplies for the year.

Whether you’re a proud parent, local business, or alumni, this is your chance to leave a legacy.

📚 Sponsor a teacher today: igfn.us/form/9sUdlg

Let’s unite and sponsor every single teacher before the school year kicks off.

Thank you for being part of our community. Together, we build excellence, one teacher at a time.

A woman smiles and gives a thumbs up, holding a driver's license in a car.

🚗 Time to Purchase Your 2025–2026 Parking Pass!

Students who plan to drive to school this year will need to purchase their annual parking pass for the 2025–2026 school year.

🎟️ Cost: $100

🌐 Purchase Online: https://igfn.us/form/xgi3tQ

Parking passes are required for all student drivers and will be available for pickup during the first week of school.

Be sure to complete your purchase soon to secure your spot!

Let’s start the school year ready to roll!

#SharkParking #GoSharks #ElevAteDHS

A black laptop is open, displaying a colorful screen with app icons.

School Computer Readiness

Dear Shark Families,

If you have not purchased your student’s Chromebook, there’s still time! You may purchase a Chromebook now through our school’s lease-to-own program using the link below.

You may pay in full or choose a convenient payment plan:

👉 https://igfn.us/form/ZI_7OQ

Alternatively, if you prefer not to purchase a Chromebook, your student may use a school-issued device by paying the $100 annual Tech Use Fee.

You may pay in full or choose a convenient payment plan:

👉 https://igfn.us/form/ZI_7OQ

Please complete one of the two options as soon as possible to ensure your student is ready for the first day of school.

📅 Stay in the Know: Check the 2024–2025 School Calendar!

Shark Families — the countdown is on! 🦈 The first day of school is Monday, August 11, and the school day begins promptly at 8:00 AM. Please make sure your student arrives early and ready to start strong!

To help your family stay on top of all important dates — including holidays, early release Fridays, grading periods, testing windows, and more — we’ve published the full 2025–2026 School Calendar online.

✅ View the calendar here:

Destin High School Calendar 25-26

A smooth start begins with being informed and prepared. Let’s make this our best year yet as we continue to ElevAte every aspect of school life together!

#FirstDayReady

#ElevAteDHS

#SharkLife

#GoSharks

📣 Calling All New Sharks!

We’re excited to welcome our newest students to Destin High School! 🦈

Join us for Open House on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This event is just for new students and their families — it’s a great opportunity to:

✅ Tour the school

✅ Meet some of our staff

✅ Ask questions about schedules, parking, tech, and more

✅ Learn what it means to be a Destin Shark!

Come explore the Shark Tank and start your high school journey off with confidence and excitement!

📍 Destin High School

📅 August 6, 2025

🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

We can’t wait to meet you!

#WelcomeSharks #OpenHouse2025 #ElevAteDHS #GoSharks

Contact info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:

(850) 204-4044
info@destinhighschool.org
www.destinhighschool.org

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