Cleared For Takeoff! 2023-24 School Theme

Monday, May 13, 2024

Aviators,

Happy Monday! I hope all the wonderful mothers of our students had a fantastic Mother’s Day yesterday. Thank you for raising our amazing students.

Last week was National Teacher Appreciation Week! We have fantastic teachers at Cedar Valley High School. Our wonderful PTSA did an amazing job recognizing our teachers.

Please make note of the following:

1. Summer School

CVHS is starting to enroll students in summer school! The dates will be June 10th – 28th. Here are the steps to sign up:

1. Meet with your counselor to determine what classes you need to take.

2. Fill out the online form with your information.

3. Pay the $25 registration fee before June 12 (nonrefundable) online or at the finance office.

Summer school schedule

Sign up

2. Only Two Weeks Left!

Can you believe we’re already nearing the end of the school year? Just two weeks left, with only one full Friday remaining. Time flies! With activities, dances, and graduations coming up, things are going to be busy around here.

3. Counseling Office Summer Hours

The counseling office will be closed the following days for the end of the year and summer.

• May 23rd for graduation.

• May 28th – 29th for Professional Development.

• All of July

• August 8th & 12th for Professional Development

3.  Preboarding Save the Date for Next School Year

August 13th and 14th Preboarding

4. How to Clear Locker Fines

If your student was not able to clean out their locker by Friday, May 10th, they have received a locker fine.  To clear that fine, they need to clean out their locker and bring the yellow fine sheet to the attendance office to have their locker checked and the fine will be cleared from their account.

5. Seniors and Parents of Seniors

Senior events are in full swing starting this week!  Please check out the information on all Senior activities and events HERE.

SENIOR GRADUATE WALK THRU AT LOCAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Graduates can sign up to participate in the walk-through celebration at their elementary school on Wednesday, May 15th at 1:00 pm. Please wear your cap and gown to the school. You will need to provide your transportation. Participating schools are Ranches Academy, Black Ridge Elementary, Pony Express Elementary, Eagle Valley Elementary, Mountain Trails Elementary, Hidden Hollow Elementary, and Cedar Valley Elementary. Seniors are encouraged to sign up for their school on the following l Link (NOTE: Please make sure you have completed the information by the end of the day, Monday, May 13th)

Photo Opportunities

The only photo opportunity will be on Wednesday, May 15th, before the ACE Awards Ceremony from 4:00 pm – 5:45 pm. The Fuselage, ACE the Kestrel, balloon arch, and Aviator backdrops will be set up in the Commons area. Parents and graduates are welcome to come during that time and take pictures. Note: There will not be a photographer taking pictures. You must bring your own.

Recognition Night

ACE Awards Ceremony is on Wednesday, May 15th from 6:00-7:30 pm in the auditorium. Aviator Scholar Medals, 4.0 Medals, Sterling Scholar Cords, associate degrees, and General Education Certificate stoles will be presented. We will recognize scholarships and awards earned. Best dress is encouraged and refreshments will be served.

Custom Aviator Tassel

The correct tassels have arrived and your seniors can pick them up or exchange them in the Student Center.

Graduation Practice

Graduation practice will be on Monday, May 20th from 8:00 – 9:30 am in the auditorium. ALL STUDENTS PLANNING ON WALKING AT GRADUATION MUST ATTEND THIS MEETING. Instruction for graduation will be given only at this time.

Graduation Assembly information Slideshow link

Senior Dinner Dance

Tickets for the Senior Dinner Dance, as announced and sent out through multiple avenues, are no longer available due to the count needing to be provided to the caterer last Friday.  For those who have tickets, the dance is on Friday, May 17 at the Interform Club at the Real Salt Lake Stadium.  Don’t forget your Student ID and your electronic ticket!

Graduation Party

Tickets for the All Night Grad Party are available on GoFan and can be purchased right now.  Please purchase now so we can get our count solidified for the venue.  You can get your tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/1492670?schoolId=UT86894

Senior Sunrise

Senior Sunrise is Monday, May 20 at the Stadium.  Attendance is free.  Bring your yearbook to be signed!

Lagoon

Lagoon day is Tuesday, May 21. Lagoon tickets can ONLY be purchased at the finance window at Cedar Valley after all fees and fines have been paid and the student’s Chromebook has been turned in or purchased. Chromebook turn-in is on May 14.  Lagoon tickets go on sale on May 16 and must be purchased by the time the Finance window closes on Monday, May 20.  We leave too early on Tuesday morning for students to purchase tickets on Lagoon Day so please plan.  Students also need to sign up for a chaperone at the finance office.  We will be traveling on Frontrunner to Lagoon, signing up for and traveling with a chaperone is a UTA requirement. (Not required to stay with a chaperone at Lagoon).

For additional details about Senior activities, schedules, times, and logistics, please see the slide show presented at the Senior Graduation Assembly, found HERE.

Questions? Contact Charlotte Ducos at [email protected].

5. IMPORTANT: Financial information

Due to the high volume of student needs at the finance office this week and next, phone calls and emails may be greatly delayed.  Please note I will be reviewing them as soon as possible.  Thank you for your patience.

The finance office will be closed on the morning of May 15th until all fines are charged to students’ accounts.  Once this process is done, the finance office will open.

The last day to purchase a yearbook on myschoolfees.com will be May 17th at 2:30 pm.  After the 17th, you will be able to purchase the yearbook only at the finance office. Yearbooks have sold out in the past.  First come first serve.

The finance office will be closed the morning of May 21st until yearbook distribution begins.

6. Weekly Flight Plan Lesson

This week students were asked to reflect on the importance of empathy. They were encouraged to take a quiz on empathy and brainstorm ways they could improve their ability to empathize with others.

7. Fun Event for the whole family! Support our CVHS Students at the Annual Band Fundraiser 5K, Car Show, Carnival, and BBQ, featuring Live Jazz Music!

The band program at Cedar Valley is hosting a fundraiser in May! This fundraiser helps support the program for the whole year (hundreds of kids in our community are part of the band program here!) We’d love your support!

Early bird pricing ends on April 18th, and we’d love to have as many people signed up by then as possible!

Click to sign up or get tickets today:  https://cedarvalleybands.org/

Come run our 5K! Walk our car show (or join it)! Bring your kids to our carnival! Eat a delicious BBQ lunch! Listen to live jazz music!

It’s going to be a blast for the whole family, and goes to a great cause!

For more information see our flier HERE, or visit our website linked above!

8. Eagle Mountain Youth Council Information

Students in grades 8-12 who reside or attend school in Eagle Mountain, Cedar Fort or Fairfield are eligible to participate in the Youth Council.  Please link here for more information.  You may also contact Angeline Washburn for more information.

9. CVHS Greenhouse Sale – Updated Hours & Product List
Thank you for supporting our greenhouse sale this past weekend! We are about 80% sold out, but we still have a nice variety remaining. The product list has been updated on cvhsgreenhouse.weebly.com (scroll to the bottom of the page).

We will be open the following hours this week only:

Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Final Day Friday (5/17), 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

10. ​​​​SUMMER DRIVER’S ED SIGN UPS

We are now accepting students for  Summer Driver’s Ed.  We have a total of 108 spots for June and July. Currently, we have 96 signed up for June and 26 signed up for July.  These sign-ups are on a first come first serve basis. Please sign up on this Google Form.  If you have any questions please email BJ Roberts at [email protected]

11. Upcoming Dates to Remember

2-week calendar

We have so many fun events lined up to wind down the end of the school year! I appreciate your support and for raising some of the most amazing students I have ever worked with. Thank you so much!

I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to every one of you for your hard work and dedication to our students. Let’s make these last couple of weeks count and finish the year on a high note!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Principal Cedar Valley High School

Cleared For Takeoff! 2023-24 School Theme

Monday, Apr 22, 2024

Aviators,

Get ready to embrace the sunshine and seize the moment because we’ve got three days of sunny skies ahead at Cedar Valley High School, with CAVU (Ceiling and Visibility Unlimited) conditions!

With spring blooming around us, it’s the ideal time to step outside and enjoy our students’ activities. Tonight, we have a fabulous play lined up for you to enjoy and unwind in the auditorium. So, grab those shades, gather your loved ones, and let’s make the most of these precious moments together at Cedar Valley High School!

Please make note of the following:

1.  Chromebooks

The year-end Chromebook health check is happening tomorrow during B5 for 9-11th graders.   Remind your student that they will need to bring both their Chromebooks and chargers with them!   If they miss this check they can bring both items up to the Chromebook Center, D254, to be checked before May 2nd.   If the Chromebook is not checked by this date, we will assume the Chromebook is lost and a $150 fine will be added to their account.

2. Graduation Information

The following information was emailed out to our current Seniors, early graduates, and Juniors who will be graduating early, on Friday, March 29th. This document can be found on our website under the graduation tab and will be updated with any changes. Here are the links: 2024 Graduation Information (English) and 2024 Graduation Information (Spanish)

3. Graduation Assembly and Cap & Gown Distribution

April 25th will be the assembly to go over the senior end-of-year activities and graduation information during Steele Time (9:06 am). Following the assembly, we will be distributing the cap and gowns to seniors who are on track to graduate, pass the Civics test, and have their fees and fines paid for. After the assembly, your student counselors will have the cap and gowns for those seniors who were not able to attend or had UVU or MTech classes.

4. Honor Cord List

Congratulations to our seniors who are eligible to purchase honor cords. The list is posted outside the Student Center and Financial Office. These are based on the 3rd term Cumulative GPA. The cost is $6.00 per cord and it is optional to purchase.

The finance office will be set up to sell the honor cords during the Cap & Gown distribution on Thursday, April 25th in the gym. After that time, seniors can purchase the cords from the finance office beginning April 29th during their office hours.

5. Aviator Scholars

Congratulations to the Class of 2024 Aviator Scholars! The list of Aviator Scholars is posted outside of the Student Center/Counseling office. This is the academic Top Ten percent. The Administration distributed the congratulations letters on April 11 & 12th. Those who have not yet received their letter will receive theirs shortly.

6. Seniors – ACE Night!

We will hold our Aviator Celebration of Excellence (ACE) on Wednesday, May 15th at 6 pm! This is an evening to recognize Senior Aviators’ achievements and excellence. We can’t celebrate, however, without knowing what has been accomplished. We want to know our students’ accomplishments!

Please take a moment to fill out the survey and let us know.  Here is the link…

https://forms.gle/bMxUfeqiePYnN9XD7

If you have any questions, see Marcie Murri in the Student Center.  Thank you!

7. Summer School

CVHS is starting to enroll students in summer school! The dates will be June 10th – 28th. Here are the steps to sign up:

1. Meet with your counselor to determine what classes you need to take.

2. Fill out the online form with your information.

3. Pay the $25 registration fee before June 12 (nonrefundable) online or at the finance office.

Summer school schedule

Sign up

8. Testing!

Thanks for having your kids ready for testing. We had a great testing week with fantastic engagement. As a reward, we will extend lunch for the remaining Wednesdays of the school year. Busses will run like normal, but the kids get one hour of lunch starting at 12:15. We will also spend the next two weeks pulling kids in for makeup testing. We are required to test 95% of our students, so we will work on that and need your help as we get our kids tested.

9. Senior Scholarships

Seniors, we have three Cedar Valley Specific Scholarships.  The Ultimate Flyboy Scholarship for Varsity Baseball Team Members, The Sadie Huish Memorial Art Scholarship, and a $1,000 UVU scholarship through the Keys to Success App.  If you have any questions, please come talk to Marcie Murri in the Student Center.

10.  Student Fees

A gentle reminder that school fees were due at the beginning of the year. Please ensure all fees are settled before the last day of school to avoid any inconvenience. Unpaid fees will be sent to collections.

11. Upcoming Dates to Remember

2-week calendar

Cheers to sunny days ahead!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Principal Cedar Valley High School

Cleared For Takeoff! 2023-24 School Theme

Monday, April 15, 2024

Dear Aviators,

Aviators,

Welcome back to another exciting week at Cedar Valley!

As we quickly approach the end of the year, we must work together to ensure our students successfully cross the finish line. One crucial aspect of this support is the consistent communication with your student’s teachers. I recommend that you monitor Skyward at least once per week if not daily. This proactive measure will help minimize surprises and enable timely interventions where needed.

Please make note of the following:

1. Utah Shakeout

On Thursday, April 18th, at 10:15 AM, Cedar Valley will participate in the Great Utah Shakeout. Students will be instructed to drop, cover, and hold on for approximately one minute. This exercise is vital for preparing our community for earthquake safety.

This is what teachers will use as a basis for the activity. Feel free to read over the materials and discuss this at home with your children.

Drop, Cover, and Hold On or other recommended actions such as Lock (wheels), Cover, and Hold On – if you feel shaking or get an alert.

2. Chromebook Checks for 9-11th Grades

Tuesday, April 23rd, will be our annual Chromebook check. Students will need to bring their Chromebooks and chargers to their first period. If your student will not be at CVHS during that time, please have them bring their Chromebook and charger to the Chromebook Center, D254, to be checked and avoid a fine.

3. Senior Chromebooks

On May 14th all seniors will need to return their school Chromebooks. Seniors may choose to purchase their Chromebooks for $30.00 at this time.

4. Testing Update:

We had a great testing week with good participation. We will continue to pull students in to finish testing during the next few weeks. The state requires us to test 95% of our students, so we will work towards that goal through the first week of May.

5. Graduation Information

The following information was emailed out to our current Seniors, early graduates and Juniors that will be graduating early, on Friday, March 29th. This document can be found on our website under the graduation tab and will be updated with any changes. Here are the links: 2024 Graduation Information (English) and 2024 Graduation Information (Spanish)

6. Graduation Assembly and Cap & Gown Distribution

April 25th will be the assembly to go over the senior end-of-year activities and graduation information during Steele Time (9:06 am). Following the assembly, we will be distributing the cap and gowns to seniors who are on track to graduate, pass the Civics test, and have their fees and fines paid for. After the assembly, your student counselors will have the cap and gowns for those seniors who were not able to attend or had UVU or MTech classes.

7. Honor Cord List

Congratulations to our seniors who are eligible to purchase honor cords. The list is posted outside the Student Center and Financial Office. These are based on the 3rd term Cumulative GPA. The cost is $6.00 per cord and it is optional to purchase.

The finance office will be set up to sell the honor cords during the Cap & Gown distribution on Thursday, April 25th in the gym. After that time, seniors can purchase the cords from the finance office beginning April 29th during their office hours.

8. Aviator Scholars

Congratulations to the Class of 2024 Aviator Scholars! The list of Aviator Scholars is posted outside of the Student Center/Counseling office. This is the academic Top Ten percent. The Administration distributed the congratulations letters on April 11 & 12th. Those who have not yet received their letter will receive theirs shortly.

9. Seniors – ACE Night!

We will hold our Aviator Celebration of Excellence (ACE) on Wednesday, May 15th at 6 pm! This is an evening to recognize Senior Aviators’ achievements and excellence. We can’t celebrate, however, without knowing what has been accomplished. We want to know our students’ accomplishments!

Please take a moment to fill out the survey and let us know. Here is the link…

https://forms.gle/bMxUfeqiePYnN9XD7

If you have any questions, see Marcie Murri in the Student Center. Thank you!

10. Summer School At CVHS Registration Information Reminder

CVHS is starting to enroll students in summer school! The dates will be June 10th – 28th. Here are the steps to sign up:

1. Meet with your counselor to determine what classes you need to take.

2. Fill out the online form with your information.

3. Pay the $25 registration fee before June 12 (nonrefundable) online or at the finance office.

Summer school schedule

Sign up

11. Upcoming Dates to Remember

2-week calendar

Thank you for your attention to these updates. Let’s continue to soar to new heights together!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Principal Cedar Valley High School

Cleared For Takeoff! 2023-24 School Theme

Monday, March 25, 2024

Dear Aviators,

This last week before break is a prime opportunity for our students to catch up on any missed work so they can enjoy their time off to the fullest. But when we come back, it’s game time for ACT and ASPIRE testing! 

The Aspire test is a fantastic way to practice for the ACT for our  9-10th grade students. Aspire Plus measures student proficiency in English, math, reading, and science.  By taking this test seriously, students will understand the areas they need to hone their skills on so they can prepare better for the ACT for their junior year. 

1. Why We Care About Testing

These tests aren’t just another hurdle to jump over; they’re a chance for our kids to shine. Doing well not only boosts our school’s reputation but also gives us valuable insights into where we can improve our teaching methods.

As parents/guardians, your encouragement and support are invaluable during this time. Please continue to motivate your child to do their best and emphasize the importance of these assessments.

2. Our Goal

Our aim is for every student to perform to the best of their abilities, with a target of achieving at least 95% participation in the testing process. This aligns with state requirements, and failure to meet this threshold can result in detrimental consequences, potentially affecting our school’s performance letter grade. Our students are exceptionally talented, and it’s essential for their achievements to be recognized and celebrated.

3. April 10th ACT Day Calculator Policy

Please review the calculator policy and remember that no electronic devices except for approved calculators are allowed in the test. Smart watches, cell phones, air pods, and other electronics devices are not allowed at all during the testing period. Even if the students aren’t in the testing room, they cannot access their phones and devices during the break. Please remind the students to leave their devices in their cars or at home for the testing.

https://www.act.org/content/dam/act/unsecured/documents/ACT-calculator-policy.pdf

4. How You Can Help Prepare Your Student(s) for the ACT and ASPIRE

Here are a few  sample questions for both the ASPIRE and ACT that can help improve your student’s performance. 

ASPIRE Sample Test Questions

Question Samplers 

ACT Sample Test Questions 

English

Math

Reading

Science

Writing

5. ACT Preparation (College Entrance Exam):

Practice ACT Tests

• Paper versions available in the Student Center

• Online free practice problems through ACT.org

Schmoop:

Students have unlimited, and secure access to Shmoop’s ACT test prep—no strings attached.

• Visit solutions.SHMOOP.com/utah

• Free practice tests and tips on taking the ACT

• Magic Word: HONEY

ACT Bootcamps: 

• Bootcamp #3

  • June 3-7 with the test on June 8th

  • Students will be provided a voucher for the June 8th test. As a result, the cost will be $75

  • The bootcamp will run for one week, four (4) hours a day 9 AM – 1 PM

6. Today and Tomorrow PTSA Fundraiser – Texas Roadhouse Rolls:

Pick up Easter frozen  rolls from Texas Roadhouse Rolls.  It’s a great bargain.  Each order, priced at $10, includes a dozen frozen rolls, 6 oz of their famous honey butter, and a free appetizer card. Orders can be placed at cvhs.memberhub.com/store/items/997658.  Pick up will be on March 25th & 26th from 5:30-7:00 pm INSIDE the school in the commons area.

7. Top Gun Movie Reward Event This Friday

Just a friendly reminder that our Top Gun Movie reward is scheduled for March 29th, starting at 8:30 AM and concluding at 11:00 AM. We’re excited for this upcoming event!

To be eligible for an invitation, students must meet the following criteria:

• Semester 1 – 5 or less unexcused absences, 

• Semester 1 – 5 or less tardies.  

• All year – no discipline actions

• No current F’s as of March 25th for Quarter 3. 

8. Summer School At CVHS Registration Information

CVHS is starting to enroll students in summer school! The dates will be June 10th – 28th. Here are the steps to sign up: 

1. Meet with your counselor to determine what classes you need to take. 

2. Fill out the online form with your information.

3. Pay $25 registration fee before June 12 (non refundable) online or at the finance office.

Summer school schedule

Sign up

9. Student Fees

A gentle reminder that school fees were due at the beginning of the year. Please ensure all fees are settled before the last day of school to avoid any inconvenience. Unpaid fees will be sent to The Cherrington Firm collections Agency.  Email [email protected] with any questions.

10. CVHS Community Outreach Information: 

We are excited to announce our upcoming Community Event at Cedar Valley High School on Wednesday, April 10th! You won’t want to miss it! We will have many resources here at the high school and also food trucks and giveaways! Parent teacher conferences will be held at the same time so you can come talk with your students’ teachers as well and our counselors will be here if you have any questions. Please see the flier for more information. April 10th Parent Info. Night English:Spanish.pdf

¡Estamos emocionados de anunciar nuestro próximo evento comunitario en Cedar Valley High School el miércoles 10 de abril! ¡No querrás perdértelo! ¡Tendremos muchos recursos aquí en la escuela secundaria y también camiones de comida y obsequios! Las conferencias de padres y maestros se llevarán a cabo al mismo tiempo para que usted también pueda venir a hablar con los maestros de sus alumnos y nuestros consejeros estarán aquí si tiene alguna pregunta. Consulte el folleto para obtener más información. April 10th Parent Info. Night English:Spanish.pdf

11. Spring Break April 1-5

12. Upcoming Dates to Remember

2-week calendar

Thank you for your attention to these updates. Let’s continue to soar to new heights together!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Principal Cedar Valley High School