Students, are you interested in performing as a member of a Broadway smash hit musical and having a great summer at the same time? We are happy to announce the return of the Summer Fine Arts Theatre Workshop. Information and pre-registration links for the 2026 Summer Fine Arts Theater Workshop production of The Little Mermaid are available from our art, chorus, band, orchestra, or drama teachers, the media center, the guidance office, the main office, and on our school website. There is no cost and transportation will be provided. The site for this year’s production will be Satellite High School. The pre-registration deadline is Wednesday, May 13

2026 Summer Fine Arts Workshop Applications

April 20, 2026
Students, are you interested in performing as a member of a Broadway smash hit musical and having a great summer at the same time? We are happy to announce the return of the Summ...
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Summer enrichment

Summer Enrichment Camp Registration Opens 4/25

March 16, 2026
Please view the link below for parent information regarding summer enrichment camps. https://sites.google.com/share.brevardschools.org/bpssummerenrichment2026/general-info All ...
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Jacob Fulford and Nashir Brown sit at a cafeteria table during lunch talking about their experiences in the School to Work program at their school. “I wanted to see what it was like to work in a real restaurant,” Fulford says, while Brown adds, “I learned how to stay calm when it gets really busy,” as they explain how the program is helping them build real-world job skills.

School To Work Program

May 21, 2026
School To Work Program by Chloe Strong The School to Work program gave juniors real-world experience before they graduated, and two students took full advantage of the opport...
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Study time: 9th grader Aliana Alvarado completes multiple choice practice questions in her english class. Alvarado loves to focus on this in class so she can do her best throughout the test. “I like to stay quiet during class so i can focus more,” Photo by: Matthew Trazzera

9th Graders' Preparation for ELA FAST Test

May 20, 2026
9th Graders' Preparation for ELA FAST Test by Matthew Trazzera 9th grader Aliana Alvarado, said most of her preparation for the english FAST writing test happened durin...
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Miracles Host Car Wash Fundraiser At Long Doggers: Kamiyah King, a Miracles dance team member, helps at Miracles’ car wash at Long Doggers to raise money for new uniforms and competition fees. The group worked together throughout the morning from 7am to 11am, washing cars and engaging with customers while promoting their cause. They raised a total of $699 through their efforts and community support. “I’m beyond excited! I’m so ready for what’s upcoming this year!” King said. Photo by Issy Perez.

New Season! New Beginnings!

May 19, 2026
New Season! New Beginnings! by Issy Perez The first fundraiser of the dance season took place, and it won’t be the last! For this upcoming year, the Miracles branched out and...
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What’s Next? Cadets have practice after school to march for Pass-And-Review. Soon after the Home Drill Meet, everyone in AFJROTC jumped into preparing for the annual awards ceremony which will be happening on May 1st. “Preparing for home drill meet has been easier than preparing for pass and review.” said Sharon Chen. Photo by Aadhya Patel.

AFJROTC Hosts Annual Home Drill Meet

May 18, 2026
AFJROTC Hosts Annual Home Drill Meet by Aadhya Patel The AFJROTC program hosted its annual Home Drill Meet on April 18 and brought together cadets from multiple schools to co...
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Replicating the Past: Junior, Vivian Clifford, creates a new rededication program that keeps the same feel and design of the original 1976 program. Clifford’s group was in charge of designing the program and working on other visuals and site logistics. “Our team is working on program, speeches, and security. My favorite task in the group is making the program,” said Clifford. Photo by Kyle McLaren

The Team Behind a Grand Celebration

May 17, 2026
The Team Behind a Grand Celebration by Kyle McLaren In Ms. Denine Chang’s second-period Business and Entrepreneurship class, students worked on a project that meant something...
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Ethan Dennison, an 11th grader at Melbourne High School, fills out paperwork to apply for the school-to-work program, taking an important step toward balancing classes with future job experience. As he completes the forms, he reflects on how the opportunity could shape his future and build responsibility. Dennison says the program is “going help me prepare for going into work full-time and learning important skills like time management.” He adds that staying consistent matters, explaining, “Being on time and prepared has been one of the biggest things I’ve learned so far.” Photo by Hunter Paige

Early To School, Early To Work

May 17, 2026
Early To School, Early To Work by Hunter Paige Students at Melbourne High School participated in the school-to-work program to gain real-world experience while still completin...
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Future Bulldog: Henry Dale sits proudly at his father’s desk as Mr. Timothy Dale teaches his English 3 class during “Take Your Kid to Work Day” on last Thursday. After exploring the differences between high school and his own elementary school, Henry felt like a true member of the staff thanks to a special souvenir from the main office. “Ms. Toll made an ID badge for him. He was very proud of that,” said Mr. Dale. Physics teacher Mrs. Laura Zamora likewise shared the day with her family, experiencing a high-energy classroom environment with her own children. “Everyday when I leave the house to come to Mel Hi, they chase me down and ask me if they can come,” said Mrs. Zamora. The visit served as a memorable first for the Dales, who enjoyed the rare chance to spend the school day together. “He loved it! He was super excited about it,” said Mr. Dale. Photo by Mr. Dale

Take Your Kid to Work Day

May 16, 2026
Take Your Kid to Work Day by Lily Majors Last Thursday Mel Hi looked a little different as teachers brought their families to campus for “Take Your Kid to Work Day.” It was...
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HOUSTON TRIP. Manuel Castillo takes a picture of the Huston trip for the robotics championship there. Melbourne high school robotics team goes made a trip to Houston on April fourth. “The trip is going well, and I’m excited to go to worlds”, Manuel Castillo. Photo by Manuel Castillo.

Robotics Trip

May 16, 2026
Robotics Trip by Melissa Lima Amaro Team 386 prepared for the trip to Houston with a mix of excitement and nerves as tools, robot parts, and team gear were packed. Conver...
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PRACTICE Camila Dommar (Left) and Ariana Shrewsbury (Right) are both in Cantare and are seen practicing choreography for the concert and have fun in class.. “I’m very excited, I think it will be very fun if everything goes well. Which it will.” Dommar says, with Shrewsbury stating that “I really love the dancing, I think it’s the best part of the performance.” They hope to bring the performance to life with their energetic dancing on May 1st. Photo by: Brooke Johnson

Mel High Chorus Brings Back Boy Bands

May 15, 2026
Mel High Chorus Brings Back Boy Bands by Brooke Johnson On Friday, May 1st, the chorus at Melbourne High School took the stage for a concert centered around a lively and fami...
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AFTER SCHOOL: In after school tutoring, studentsb take the time to progress in a skill. Prior to the test, which was held on April 22nd, students were able to engage themselves and have an encouraging learning environment. 11th grade student, Neveah was amongst those who could not attend after school everyday. So, she utilized the tools given to her, and passed her highschool graduation requirement. Colon said, “I was incredibly nervous as I typically struggle with math, however taking the time to study and practice after school, was really rewarding.” Photo By Princess Islam

After School Tutoring

May 15, 2026
After School Tutoring by Princess Islam Here at Melbourne High School, students take preparation to the next level in after school tutoring. After putting in a strong effor...
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Caption: Turning the Page: Mrs. Melanie Anderson sits in her classroom in Building 1 during 4th period reading a book called “Scythe” as the students work independently. She will leave to pursue her master's degree in library science after this school year. She taught English 1 and Creative Writing at this school for 4 years. Mrs Anderson inspired many students through her passion for learning including sophomore Yael Bachman who said, “She has made a lasting impact upon many students, and I’m glad to know that with whatever happened in the future, she will continue to impact people’s lives for the better.” Photo by Ayaana Gupta

Mrs. Anderson Begins A New Chapter

May 14, 2026
Mrs. Anderson Begins A New Chapter by Ayaana Gupta Mrs. Melanie Anderson taught at this school for over 4 years, where she educated students in English 1 and Creative Writing...
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Building Connections Through Conversation Nylah Narbors and Camilla Dommaur. talk during lunch as they discuss a friendship through shared schoolwork. Narbors and Dommaur worked together on multiple assignments during the school year in their classes, where they developed trust and improved communication. As classmates, they supported each other before tests and collaborated on projects, which helped them succeed academically. “We studied together before tests, and that made everything less stressful,” Narbors said.

Students' Social Life Through School

May 14, 2026
Students Social Life Through School by Samiyah Evans Students built strong friendships through shared classes and schoolwork, creating connections that lasted beyond the clas...
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Final deadline Dash: As the deadlines approach, students in journalism worked to finish their final articles before testing, Senior Madison Davis, and freshman Matthew Trazzera are both balance interviews, writing, and editing under pressure. “Getting interviews from people is the hardest part, but it helps you get better at talking to others,” Davis said. Despite the stress, students said journalism allowed them to express creativity and grow as writers. Photo By: Ava Brouard

Newspaper FInal Deadline

May 13, 2026
Newspaper Final Deadline by Ava Brouard As testing season approached, journalism students at Melbourne High School were finishing their final articles while reflecting on their ...
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Book to work: Juliette Stricklan works on her book club project on her laptop during class. Stricklan, a student working on her final assignment, had originally chosen Anthem but switched books after finishing it because she preferred a darker theme. The project required students to complete worksheets and participate in discussions, although not all groups followed the same structure. Stricklan explained that “some people decided to work together on their projects but have to do double the requirements” and added that “We didn’t really discuss, but the worksheets were helpful,” showing how her experience focused more on independent work. Photo By Ereny Elrayis

Books to Learn

May 13, 2026
Books to Learn by Ereny Elrayis Different experiences and learning styles were revealed as students completed their final book club projects. The assignment required students to r...
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SWAP ON THE FIELD: Melbourne High seniors prepare and organize on the field before the PowderPuff game. The Powder Puff Game took place on Wednesday afternoon at Melbourne High. The junior class defeated the senior team by 32-6. “It was so much fun being on the sideline and watching the game” said Cameruci.  Photo by Jayda Blanc 

PowderPuff Game 2026

May 12, 2026
PowderPuff Game 2026 by Jayda Blanc Students gathered at Melbourne High School on Wednesday night for the annual Powderpuff Game, where the junior class defeated the seniors ...
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Caption: Focused during class time, Jill Farrell listened closely to the lesson by Mr. Woodbury during class, while he talked about the upcoming exam.“well organized and keeping a planner” Farrell said to stay prepared. She feels ready and is staying organized for the exam. Photo by: paige allen

Organized and Ready: AP World History Exam Prep

May 12, 2026
Organized and Ready: AP World History Exam Prep by Paige Allen With the AP World History exam approaching on May 8th, ninth grade students were working hard to prepare. Stude...
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Art Discussion: 9th grader Lilly Wall discusses her art project with her nearby friends in her English class. Wall explained to her friends that she believed she could have gotten more time. “I liked this project a lot, but I think I could have done much better with extra time,” Wall said. Photo by: Matthew Trazzera

2D Art Students' Perspective on the Latest Art Project

May 11, 2026
2D Art Students' Perspective on the Latest Art Project by Matthew Trazzera In 2D art with Mrs. Carolyn Robb, students recently made animal drawings using colored pencils and oil...
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Captions: 1: Locked In Together: Huddled tightly before the snap, Haizel Hall and Parola led their teammates with focus and intensity, setting the tone for the game ahead. “Right here, right now—this is our moment,” one player called out as the team leaned in, determined and ready to execute. 2: Janessa Palmer Runs Downfield During A Flag Football Game At Melbourne High School. Palmer looked to make a play while working with her teammates during the game. The team had been practicing and improving their communication before competing. “We’ve been working hard every practice and pushing each other to do better,” Palmer said. Photos by Anabella Mulligan

Girls Flag Football Recap

May 11, 2026
Girls Flag Football Recap by Aubrianna Pressley and Anabella Mulligan The Melbourne High School girls flag football team showed strong teamwork and determination throughout the...
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