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Monday, February 26, 2024

 

Greetings Aviators,

 

We hope this message finds you enjoying the last few days of guiding your students to finish strong in term 3!  Only ten days left and we will be on our final approach to term 4! 

Please take a moment to review the following important updates:

 

1. Weekly Flight Plan Lesson:

 

Every Monday during Steele Time, our students engage in creating a “Flight Plan” for the week. This includes setting a weekly goal and scheduling their activities. Additionally, teachers conduct a brief 5-10 minute connection activity. 

 

This week students took an online skills assessment to explore their unique skills and talents. They were encouraged to reflect on how their skills have helped them reach their goals. I encourage you to discuss these activities with your students and share your own experiences.

 

2. Student Safety

 

Last week, our School Community Council convened to address the issue of student safety and other SCC business. During our discussions, several members of the SCC expressed profound appreciation for the safety measures recently implemented along Aviator Ave. Specifically, the decision to prohibit student parking on both sides of Aviator Ave, just south of the school entrance, has been recognized as a significant step forward in enhancing student safety.

 

While acknowledging the positive impact of these measures, it was also noted that further proactive steps are necessary to mitigate potential risks. One such concern raised was the safety of students crossing Aviator Ave after school. The SCC emphasized the importance of communicating with parents to discourage parking on Aviator Ave for student pickups, as this necessitates students to traverse the street. Unfortunately, this poses a safety hazard due to inadequate visibility for students crossing, thereby increasing the risk of accidents or incidents.

 

In light of these concerns, we urge all members of our school community to prioritize student safety by adhering to these guidelines. By working together, we can ensure a safer environment for all our students.

 

3. Student Council Elections

 

It’s Student Council Elections Week!  All week long we will be featuring our candidates for Student Council for next year’s 10th, 11th, and 12th grade candidates.  (Next year’s 9th Grade elections will take place separately at Frontier).  Watch our Student Council Instagram for campaign posters and videos, and take a look at the posters in the hallways at school to determine who you would like to support for Student Council for the 2024-25 school year!  Voting will take place on Thursday and Friday of this week.  A link to vote will be sent to all students at the beginning of the day on Thursday.  Students may vote for up to 12 candidates on their ballot and may only submit one ballot.  You must be logged in to your school email to vote, and voting will remain open until 2:15 on Friday.  Results will be announced on Instagram by 4 pm Friday.  Good luck to all of our amazing candidates!

 

4. CVHS Community Outreach

We are excited to have our next Pizza & Parent Student Study group this Tuesday, Feb. 27th, and the following Tuesday, March 5th. Please see the flyer for more details. 2:27:24, 3:5:24Pizza & Parent Student Study Group.pdf

 

5. Winter ACE Awards and Senior Athlete Recognition Night

We will be recognizing the outstanding accomplishments from our Winter Athletic Season.   We will also be recognizing those athletes who will be playing at the next level immediately after.   Please join us so we can celebrate our Winter Athletes! At 6 pm in the Auditorium. 

Estamos emocionados de tener nuestro próximo grupo de estudio de pizza y padres y estudiantes este martes 27 de febrero y el siguiente martes 5 de marzo. Consulte el folleto para obtener más detalles.

2:27:24, 3:5:24Pizza & Parent Student Study Group.pdf

 

6. Upcoming Dates to Remember

Please take note of the 2-week calendar for important upcoming events.

 

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

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February 20, 2024

Hello Aviators,

Welcome back from the President’s Day weekend! I hope you had a fantastic time. As we resume our regular schedule, I want to extend my appreciation for your continuous support and involvement in your child’s education. We have an exhilarating week ahead filled with opportunities for growth and learning. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Together, we can ensure a successful semester for our students.

Please take note of the following important updates:

Please take note of the following:

1. Free ACT Prep Workshop

GEAR UP is offering a free ACT Prep Workshop on Thursday, February 29th during both lunches in Lecture Hall D.  Lunch will be provided and all students are welcome.  Contact [email protected] for questions and sign up at qr.codes/XAzyR1

2. Message From Our PTSA

In case it was missed, the Youth Leadership Panel was rescheduled and is in just 10 days! We have it scheduled for February 29th at 6 pm at the auditorium at Cedar Valley High School.

If you would be willing, we’d appreciate having the information sent out to your parents and students to increase awareness of this event.

• We do have a virtual option as well so anyone not able to come in person can watch. That link will be sent out to anyone who registers.

• Here is the link for anyone who wants to submit a question and register:

  • https://forms.gle/fzEuw6GvgnD9snd17

• And here is the link to the Facebook event that provides more information.

  • https://fb.me/e/w6RGjlCMJ

Thanks, everyone!

Andrea Hinton

President

Cedar Valley Council PTA

801-623-7641

Follow us on Facebook!

4. Skybound 2024-25

We are accepting applications for next year’s Skybound crew! We need creative, fun students who want to show off everything awesome about Cedar Valley.

Here’s the application: SKYBOUND APPLICATION

And here’s a video showing what Skybound is all about SKYBOUND DEMO REEL

5. CVHS Community Outreach:

We are excited to have our next Pizza & Parent Student Study group coming up next Tuesday, Feb. 27th, and the following Tuesday, March 5th. Please see the flyer for more details. 2:27:24, 3:5:24Pizza & Parent Student Study Group.pdf

Estamos emocionados de tener nuestro próximo grupo de estudio de pizza y padres y estudiantes el próximo martes 27 de febrero y el martes 5 de marzo siguiente. Consulte el folleto para obtener más detalles. 2:27:24, 3:5:24Pizza & Parent Student Study Group.pdf

6. Upcoming Dates to Remember

Please take note of the 2-week calendar for important upcoming events.

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

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February 12, 2024

Hello, Aviators!

I trust everyone enjoyed a fantastic Super Bowl weekend filled with great food and fun! As we kick off Diversity Week, here are some important updates and opportunities we’d like to highlight for you. Please take note of the following:

1. Student Council Diversity Assembly Feb 16, 2024

• We are following the TEACHER lunch to determine who goes to which assembly.  This is just so we can divide the student body roughly evenly.  Here is how it works:

• After the 1st period, ALL students will go to their 2nd Period.

• Once the tardy bell rings, teachers who have 2nd Lunch will walk their students down to the first assembly.  All others stay in 2nd period and have class.

• When the bell rings at the end of that period, those in the assembly go back to 2nd Period with their teacher to have class, and those who just had 2nd Period go to the assembly.

• When the bell rings at the end of the 2nd assembly,  students and teachers either go to lunch or 3rd period as they usually would and the day progresses as usual from there. (just with a slightly adjusted time schedule)

2. Weekly Flight Plan Lesson. 

Every Monday during Steele Time, our students engage in creating a “Flight Plan” for the week. This includes setting a weekly goal and scheduling their activities. Additionally, teachers conduct a brief 5-10 minute connection activity.

This week we discussed SMART Goals and encouraged students to set a SMART goal. I encourage you to discuss these activities with your students and share your own experiences.

3. PTSA Zuppas Night

Join us for our next Zupas Fundraiser night on February 13th from 4-9pm at the Saratoga Springs Zupas location. Remember to mention the fundraiser at checkout, or use coupon code FUNDRAISER25 for online and app orders. Your support helps our amazing PTSA continue to support our teachers, staff, students, and community.

4. Spread the Word

It is time for our Spread the Word to End the Word campaign again. We will be selling black long sleeve t-shirts with our slogan “It’s Cool to Include”.

We are selling the shirts for $16-$18 depending on the size of the shirt. We also have the opportunity for people to sponsor a life skills student by purchasing a shirt for them, if you would like to sponsor your own student, please feel free to do so by buying a shirt in their size. Our store will be live until Friday February 16th, 2023 at midnight. Please feel free to share this with anyone you think would be interested in purchasing outside of CVHS.

Thank you for all your support!  Link here for your shirt!

6. Battle of the Bands Not Too Late to Sign Up – TIme Correction 7:00 P.M.

Are you ready to rock? We can’t wait to hear your talent and have a Rockin ‘time! This event is set to conquer the stage this coming  FEBRUARY 16, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. in the auditorium.  Please see flyer

7. Parent Night – February 15th

6-6:30pm is the English session and 7pm-7:30pm is the Spanish session with half hour intervals for questions and help.

8. CVHS Registration for Next Year

Information Assembly & Individual meetings with Frontier Counselors

Next Year’s Seniors – Feb 12th  9 AM – 9:36 AM in Auditorium

Next Year’s Juniors – March 4th  9 AM – 9:36 AM in Auditorium

Next Year’s Sophomores – March 28th 9 AM – 9:36 AM in Auditorium

Next Year’s Freshman – April 10th 5 – 7 PM

Registration Opens

Next Year’s Seniors – Feb 22nd 3 PM

Next Year’s Juniors – March 14th 3:45 PM

Next Year’s Sophomores – April 9th 3:45 PM

Next Year’s Freshman – April 23rd 3 PM

Registration Closes for all on April 30th at 11:59 PM.  Counselors will fill empty schedules starting May 1st.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact your child’s counselor. The associated alphabet with the counselor’s email link is provided below:

A-BRA Abby Taylor 

BRE-CL JeriLyn Phillips

CO-F Kristy Childs

G-HO  April Triggs 

HU-LL Debra Smith

LO-N Camille Black

O-ROB Courtney Briggs

ROC-STO Reagan Peck

STR-V Amy Easley

W-Z Joloeen Liston

9. Graduation Information

• Walking at Graduation

The Utah Board of Education has voted to uphold the pre-pandemic standards that students must complete ALL graduation requirements to “walk” at graduation.  Graduation will be held this year on May 23rd.  All required credits must be completed by May 17th.  Check missing credits by going to Skyward and on the far left click on graduation requirements.  Once there you will see a column titled Remaining.  Whatever is listed in red is what is still outstanding.

• Cap & Gown Orders

If you have not yet placed an order for your graduation cap and gown. The order deadline is quickly approaching, for your class of 2024 graduation products.  Please choose one of the online ordering options below. The pricing will continue to go up. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please contact Jostens directly.

*NOTE- all tassels, caps and gowns will be delivered in your custom school colors and designs.  Exclusive custom mascot tassel will be your exclusive school mascot and can only be ordered online.

OPTION 1:   To order graduation packages that include custom graduation announcements, photo cards, senior swag and the cap and gown please click this link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/2830126/Cedar-Valley-High-School/

OPTION 2:  To order the cap and gown unit and/or other individual graduation items, please click this link:

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/catalogBrowse/2830126/Cedar-Valley-High-School/Graduation/2142163005/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/

Thank you, and if you have any questions, please contact Jostens directly at Bryan.durfey.office@jostens.com or  801-766-6754

• Other Important Graduation Dates:

May 15th Elementary Graduation Walks

May 17th Graduation Dinner Dance

May 20th Graduation Practice – Diploma, Cap & Gown, Yearbook distribution, Clearance Forms

10. Maverick – Top Gun Movie Award

We are excited to be offering students a reward to watch Top Gun – Maverick on March 29th.  This reward is for students who meet the following criteria:

Semester 1 – 5 or less unexcused absences

Semester 1 – Less than 5 tardies

Full Year      – No discipline actions

No current F’s as of March 25th, 2024

Watch for the email invitation to go out to parents and students letting them know they qualify.  This will be sent the week of March 25th.

11. Upcoming Dates to Remember

Please take note of the 2-week calendar for important upcoming events.

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

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February 6, 2024

Greetings, Aviators!

Welcome to February!  Here are some noteworthy updates and opportunities that we would like to bring to your attention.

Please make note of the following:

1. Jet Fuel

Did you know that our Jet Fuel supports student activities directly? 100% of all proceeds go back to our kiddos! Please watch this video to learn more about how your participation contributes to our students’ success!

2. Weekly Flight Plan Lesson

Every Monday during Steele Time, our students engage in creating a “Flight Plan” for the week. This includes setting a weekly goal and scheduling their activities. Additionally, teachers conduct a brief 5-10 minute connection activity.

Yesterday we discussed role models and what students can learn from their role models to pursue their dreams. I encourage you to discuss these activities with your student and share your own experiences.

3. Battle of the Bands

Are you ready to rock? We cant wait to hear your talent and have a Rockin time! This event is set to conquer the stage this coming  FEBRUARY 16, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. in the auditorium.  Please see flyer

4. Floral Arrangements

Please support our Floral Design Classes by ordering flower arrangements at wholesale cost. This not only gives our students valuable practice but also provides you with beautiful floral arrangements. The deadline to sign up is February 5 (today). You can place your order using the link here.  following link:

5. PTSA Zuppas Night

Join us for our next Zupas Fundraiser night on February 13th from 4-9pm at the Saratoga Springs Zupas location. Remember to mention the fundraiser at checkout, or use coupon code FUNDRAISER25 for online and app orders. Your support helps our amazing PTSA continue to support our teachers, staff, students, and community.

6. WIDA Testing

Multi language learners (formally English Language Learners) will participate in the yearly WIDA Test starting February 8th. Please ensure that all MLL students are well-rested and present for testing.

7. Diversity Week

Look ahead to our Diversity Week during the week of February 12th. We have exciting events planned, including a Diversity Parent Night on the 15th and a Diversity Assembly on the 16th.

8. CVHS Registration for Next Year

Information Assembly

Next Year’s Seniors –     Feb 12th  9 AM – 9:36 AM in Auditorium

Next Year’s Juniors –     March 4th  9 AM – 9:36 AM in Auditorium

Next Year’s Sophomores – March 28th 9 AM – 9:36 AM in Auditorium

Next Year’s Freshman –     April 10th 5 – 7 PM

                                           & Individual meetings with Frontier Counselors

Registration Opens

Next Year’s Seniors –     Feb 22nd 3 PM

Next Year’s Juniors –     March 14th 3:45 PM

Next Year’s Sophomores – April 9th 3:45 PM

Next Year’s Freshman –     April 23rd 3 PM

Registration Closes for all on April 30th at 11:59 PM.  Counselors will fill empty schedules starting May 1st.

9.  Teacher Work Day – February 9 Reminder

Students will not attend school on Friday, February 9th. Enjoy your extra-long weekend!

10. Vaccine Clinic

The Utah County Health Department is doing a vaccine clinic next Thursday, February 8th, at Vista Heights MS in Saratoga Springs from 3-6pm. We will have all school aged vaccines, flu vaccines and the Shingrix vaccine (for 50+).  Link Here

11. Graduation Information

• Walking at Graduation

The Utah Board of Education has voted to uphold the pre-pandemic standards that students must complete ALL graduation requirements to “walk” at graduation.  Graduation will be held this year on May 23rd.  All required credits must be completed by May 17th.  Check missing credits by going to Skyward and on the far left click on graduation requirements.  Once there you will see a column titled Remaining.  Whatever is listed in red is what is still outstanding.

 

• Cap & Gown Orders

If you have not yet placed an order for your graduation cap and gown. The order deadline is quickly approaching, for your class of 2024 graduation products.  Please choose one of the online ordering options below. The pricing will continue to go up. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please contact Jostens directly.

*NOTE- all tassels, caps and gowns will be delivered in your custom school colors and designs.  Exclusive custom mascot tassel will be your exclusive school mascot and can only be ordered online.

OPTION 1:   To order graduation packages that include custom graduation announcements, photo cards, senior swag and the cap and gown please click this link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/2830126/Cedar-Valley-High-School/

OPTION 2:  To order the cap and gown unit and/or other individual graduation items, please click this link:

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/catalogBrowse/2830126/Cedar-Valley-High-School/Graduation/2142163005/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/

Thank you, and if you have any questions, please contact Jostens directly at Bryan.durfey.office@jostens.com or  801-766-6754

• Other Important Graduation Dates:

May 15th Elementary Graduation Walks

May 17th Graduation Dinner Dance

May 20th Graduation Practice – Diploma, Cap & Gown, Yearbook distribution

12. Community Outreach News: 

Affordable Dental Care: 8.5x11_GiveKidsAsmile_Flyer_English (1).pdf

Atención dental asequible: 8.5x11_GiveKidsAsmile_Flyer_Spanish (1).pdf

If you are new to the country and you need to validate your career credentials please see this flier. Si es nuevo en el país y necesita validar sus credenciales profesionales, consulte este folleto. Career Validation .pdf

In need of health insurance for your children please see the flier.  STATE CHIP FOR NON US CITIZENS ENG-SPA.pdf

Si es nuevo en el país y necesita seguro para sus hijos, consulte el folleto para obtener instrucciones.  StateCHIP_flyer_2023SPAN.pdf

Does your student need a computer at home? You can apply for a free donated computer for your student by using the link to apply. ¿Su estudiante necesita una computadora en casa? Utilice el enlace para solicitar una computadora gratuita para su estudiante. https://www.cfkut.org/copy-of-applications

13. Upcoming Dates to Remember

Please take note of the 2-week calendar for important upcoming events.

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

January 22, 2024

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Greetings Aviators,

Welcome to another exciting week at CV!  As we navigate the academic skies, let’s keep the momentum high and make it a fantastic end to term 3.

Please make note of the following:

1. WIDA Testing For English Language Learners

On Thursday, February 8, English language learning students will be participating in WIDA testing. For more information, please visit our website or contact Courtney Briggs at courtneybriggs@alpinedistrict.org.

2. Teacher Work Day – February 9

Students will not attend school on Friday, February 9th. Enjoy your extra-long weekend!

3. Yearbook Information

We have a few students who still need their pictures taken for the yearbook. If your child was absent on picture day, please visit room B127 this week during lunch. We want every student to be included in the yearbook, and there is no charge for this service.

The price of the yearbook will increase to $69 on February 1, 2024—so be sure to get yours before the price goes up. We have sold out for the past three years.

Seniors, we need your quote! If you did not fill out the Google form last semester, please go to room B127 and submit your quote.

4. Free After-School Tutoring Lab on Tuesdays and Thursdays

Encourage your students to stay on top of their studies by taking advantage of our free after-school tutoring labs. Held every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30 to 4:30 in the cafeteria, we are committed to helping our students excel academically.

5. Seniors and Parents

If you have not yet placed an order for your graduation cap and gown. The order deadline is quickly approaching, for your class of 2024 graduation products.  Please choose one of the online ordering options below and order if at all possible, by February 1st. The pricing will continue to go up after this date. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please contact Jostens directly.

*NOTE- all tassels, caps and gowns will be delivered in your custom school colors and designs.  Exclusive custom mascot tassel will be your exclusive school mascot and can only be ordered online.

OPTION 1:  To order graduation packages that include custom graduation announcements, photo cards, senior swag and the cap and gown please click this link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/2830126/Cedar-Valley-High-School/

OPTION 2:  To order the cap and gown unit and/or other individual graduation items, please click this link:

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/catalogBrowse/2830126/Cedar-Valley-High-School/Graduation/2142163005/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/

Thank you, and if you have any questions, please contact Jostens directly at Bryan.durfey.office@jostens.com or  801-766-6754

6. Upcoming Dates to Remember

2-week calendar

Thank you for your attention to these updates, and let’s soar to new heights together!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Cedar Valley High School Principal

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December 18, 2023,

Dear Aviators,

Welcome to the last week of school before Christmas break!   I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas with your family and friends. I included my cookbook (#4) in this email so you can try some of my favorite recipes this Christmas season.  I look forward to seeing all of you bright and early on Monday, January 8th.

See you next year!

Please make note of the following:

1. Last Day Of School Term 2

Thursday is our last day of school.  Students will be dismissed at 11:15.  Lunch will be served at 10:40.

2. Class Changes for Semester 2 Reminder

Please see last week’s email regarding class changes for term 3.

3. Pizza & Parents Student Study Group 

We have our next Pizza & Parents Student Study Group on Tuesday, December 19th after school from 2:30-4:30 P.M.. If students have homework they need to catch up on please have them communicate with their teacher about assignments and come to our study group so they can catch up before the end of the term on Dec. 22nd. Please see the flyer for more information. December Pizza, Parent, Student Study Group.pdf

Grupo de estudio de estudiantes de pizza y padres

Tendremos nuestro próximo grupo de estudio de estudiantes de Pizza & Parents el martes 19 de diciembre después de clases de 2:30 a 4:30 p.m. Si los estudiantes tienen tareas que necesitan ponerse al día, pídales que se comuniquen con su maestro sobre las tareas y que vengan a nuestro grupo de estudio para que puedan ponerse al día antes de que finalice el trimestre el 22 de diciembre. Consulte el folleto para obtener más información. December Pizza, Parent, Student Study Group.pdf

4. Mrs. Johnson’s Cookbook Download

Most of you know that cooking is my way of showing how much I care about my loved ones.  I have created a cookbook to share my favorite tried and true recipes.  My dad’s original spaghetti is so incredible!  If you like homemade rolls and cinnamon rolls, I got you!.  Just make sure on the second rising that you let it rise until you see tiny bubbles form before you bake.  These are life-changing!  I noticed a couple of formatting mistakes, but you should be able to see the recipes well enough.  Link here!  Enjoy!

5. Upcoming Dates to Remember

2-week calendar

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Cedar Valley High School Principal