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Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023

Aviators,

Welcome to a short week! We hope you enjoy a much-deserved fall break.  As a reminder, there is no school this Thursday, October 19th through Monday the 23rd.  I hope you enjoy this time with family and friends!

1. Immunization Flu Clinic, Wednesday, October 25th from 3:00 – 6:00 P.M.

Wednesday, October 25th from 3-6 pm at Frontier Middle and is put on by the Utah County Health Department. They take most insurance.

2. Utah College Application Week

Next week, October 24th – 27th Cedar Valley High School will join the Utah System of Higher Education in sponsoring Utah College Application Week (UCAW). During this week, all seniors expected to graduate in 2024 will be encouraged to apply for admission to at least one college or university during their English class. Application fees are waived for most Utah institutions during UCAW.

There will be admissions representatives from Utah Colleges visiting Cedar Valley.  You can schedule individual appointments with them by clicking the links on the week’s schedule which will be sent out via email to Seniors.  They will also be available during lunch hours, the days they are here to answer any questions.

Here is a link to college quick facts. (Tours, admissions, due dates, scholarships, financial aid, etc.)

You are welcome to come to the Student Center to get help or answers to any questions.  You can also contact Marcie Murri at [email protected] or 801-610-8826.

3.  PTSA Announcements

Join PTSA – parents and students are welcome! Join us at cvhs.memberhub.com

Follow us on social media! Instagram and Facebook

October is Teen Safe Driving Month. Check out our social media for tips to stay safe.

Roxberry will be available the first Wednesday of each month during lunch.

4. Upcoming Dates to Remember

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Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to an enjoyable month of October here at CVHS!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Cedar Valley High School Principal

Cleared For Take Off – 2023-24 School Theme

Monday, Oct 9, 2023

We have one more week until the end of the final grading period for term 1.  Please take advantage of our after-school study activity with teachers and other volunteers who are here at CV to help.  See #2

Please make note of the following:

1. ASVAB

Cedar Valley will be offering the ASVAB test here on campus starting at 9:05 AM on the morning of October 12th. Please sign up here in order to reserve your seat and be offered the exam. For additional information about the ASVAB please visit https://www.military.com/join-armed-forces/asvab This test is provided for free by the military, but no military service is required.  It’s a great tool for discovering your strengths and weaknesses in helping students explore careers.

2. Reminder–Parents and Pizza Event Homework Event

We will be holding a study group after school on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, and Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. Teachers and student tutors will be available to assist students with their homework.  This will be a great opportunity for your students to catch up on any assignments before our term ends on October 18th. Parents are welcome to come help their student(s). Please see the flyer for more information.

Pizza and Parents Student Study Group (Espanol).pdf

Padres, llevaremos a cabo un grupo de estudio después de la escuela el martes 10 de octubre de 2023 y el jueves 12 de octubre de 2023. Esta será una gran oportunidad para que sus estudiantes se pongan al día con cualquier tarea antes de que termine nuestro período el 18 de octubre. Los padres son bienvenidos a ayudar a sus estudiantes. Consulte el folleto para obtener más información.

Pizza and Parents Student Study Group (Espanol) pdf

3. Reminder–Final School Pictures Retake Day, October 13

Our final makeup picture day is coming soon on October 13. School pictures taken at CEDAR VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL on 08/15/2023 are now available for parents to view and order online.

View and order at https://shop.jostenspix.com/login

• CEDAR VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

• Event Code: FE261823

• Also Needed: Skyward Unique Student ID

4. Driver’s Ed

If you are interested in taking Driver’s Ed please link here   Classes will be both Online and in person at the end of the month. Driver’s Ed teachers suggest registering six months before needing a license.  If you have any questions please email Mr. Roberts.

5. PTSA Announcements

Zupas night on Wednesday, October 10th from 4-9 pm at the Saratoga Springs location! Be sure to mention you’re there for the fundraiser and a portion of your sale will go back to us!

Join PTSA – parents and students are welcome! Join us at cvhs.memberhub.com

Follow us on social media! Instagram and Facebook

October is Teen Safe Driving Month. Check out our social media for tips to stay safe.

The PTSA parking spots – IceMan and Rooster – have been chosen for the first quarter. Let’s congratulate Misty Mitchell and Savanah Jones! Enjoy your new parking stalls.

Roxberry will be available at lunch on the first Wednesday of each month!

If you are interested in taking Driver’s Ed please register here.  We have in-person and Online courses available at the end of the month.  Driver’s Ed teachers suggest that students take Driver’s Ed six months before students want to get their license.

If you have any questions please email Mr. Roberts at [email protected]

6. Upcoming Dates to Remember

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Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to an enjoyable month of October here at CVHS!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Cedar Valley High School Principal

Dear Parents,

I wanted to take a moment to discuss an important topic that affects our children’s safety and well-being, especially in the age of smartphones and social media. It is crucial that we engage in open conversations with our children about the importance of never recording fights and avoiding the mob mentality that can accompany such situations.

In today’s digital age, the prevalence of smartphones and social media platforms has made it easier than ever for our children to capture and share moments from their daily lives. While these tools can be powerful for connecting and communicating, they can also pose significant risks when misused.

Here are some key points to discuss with your children:

• Respect for Others: Emphasize the importance of treating others with respect and empathy. Encourage them to consider how recording a fight can be hurtful and humiliating for those involved.
• Legal Consequences: Make them aware of the potential legal consequences of recording fights or other personal identifiable information may be viewed as being an accessory to violence or invasion of privacy.
• Impact on Mental Health: Explain how sharing and watching violent content can negatively impact their mental health and desensitize them to violence.
• Digital Responsibility: Teach them about responsible smartphone and social media usage, including reporting violent content rather than sharing it.
• Being an Upstander: Encourage your child to be an upstander rather than a bystander. If they witness a fight or harassment, they should seek help from an authority figure rather than recording it.
• Peer Pressure: Discuss the dangers of succumbing to peer pressure or the desire for social media attention. Help them understand that their worth is not determined by likes, shares, or comments on a video.
• Empathy and Kindness: Promote empathy and kindness in their interactions both online and offline. Remind them of the Golden Rule: Treat others as you would like to be treated.

It is essential that we partner together and take an active role in educating our children about responsible digital citizenship. By having these conversations and setting a positive example through our own behavior, we can help them make informed, compassionate, and responsible choices in the digital world.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Let’s work together to ensure the safety and well-being of our children and promote a culture of empathy, respect, and responsibility.

Sincerely,

Principal Courtney

Cleared For Take Off – 2023-24 School Theme

Monday, September 18, 2023

Aviators,

It is hard to believe that we are at the end of September. Happy Fall! Pumpkin season is ramping up. This is my favorite new recipe for the best pumpkin cookies that are amazing! Link here.

Please make note of the following:

1. School Pictures are Ready!

View and order at https://shop.jostenspix.com/login

CEDAR VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Event Code: FE261823

Also Needed: Skyward Unique Student ID

2. PTSA Announcements

Reflections entries are due October 1st. Please reach out to [email protected] for more information.

Sign up for the PTSA! Parents, teachers, students, and community members can all sign up for our CVHS PTSA. Joining PTSA does not mean you must volunteer, but each new member helps support our fundraising goals and helps us to have a greater voice at the Capital. Join today! https://cvhs.memberhub.com Students who join PTSA are eligible for scholarship funds and a chance at a premium parking spot!

PTSA meetings are coming up! Our next student meeting will be held on September 25th at 9:00 a.m. in the library, followed by a general meeting at 9:35 a.m. All are welcome!

October is Teen Safe Driving Month! Watch for upcoming PTSA and UHP events!

3. ASD Student Culture Climate Survey

Thursday, Oct. 5th students will take the ASD Culture, Climate, and Connection Survey for the 2023-2024 school year in their Jet Time. The purpose of the survey is to help adults improve the learning environment in order for all students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The survey is anonymous and will not be identifiable to the student. Here is a link to the survey questions and details about the survey: Culture, Climate, and Connection Survey- Details and Questions. If you agree to have your student participate, then no other action is needed. Otherwise, please follow the instructions below to opt out of the parent consent in Skyward by September 15, 2023. We sincerely appreciate your student(s) participation.

Login to Skyward as a parent/guardian

Expand the (+) button on the left side, if needed. Click on ‘Student Information Update’

Select Student

Select ‘Mark Student Information Update as not completed and make changes.

Click on Step ‘Culture, Climate and Connection Survey Consent’ step on the right-hand side of the screen.

Click the box and then click the bottom button “Complete step” to save

Logout of Skyward

Video Link- How to opt-out of survey on Skyward

4. Upcoming Dates to Remember

2-week calendar

Let’s make it a great week!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson

Cleared For Take Off – 2023-24 School Theme

Monday, September 11, 2023

Aviators,

For more than two decades on September 11, 2001, many of us watched the terror attacks unfold on TV. That was an emotional day. We appreciate our Student Council, for planning and executing the ceremony this morning to honor members of our faculty and staff with the American flag patch. We honor all of the brave men and women who serve and protect our freedom. Thank you for your service.

Please make note of the following:

1. SCC Elections Announcement

We have the tabulation of the School Community Council Election. Congratulations to the following: Jenefer Bauele, Angela Duke, Manu Ford, Kristen LeClaire, and Nina Pitts.

2. Senior Assembly

Monday, Sept. 18th during Jet Time will be the Senior Josten’s Assembly where graduation information will be given out. The Senior Panoramic picture will also be taken after the assembly out on the football field.

3. Required Parking Passes

All students who drive to school are required to have a school-issued parking pass. These passes can be purchased at the finance office and are good for one school year. Parking citations have begun. Please get a parking pass as soon as possible. All school fees must be paid or a payment plan set up in order to get a parking pass.

4. Homecoming Week

A lot of fun activities are happening this week. We have Powder Puff on Wednesday plus more! Please see the calendar for all of our upcoming activities.

Homecoming Assembly Schedule

The Homecoming Assembly will be this Friday. Please see the schedule below:

1st Period: 7:45-8:54

2nd Period: 9:00 – 10:09

1st Lunch (Link here to see your teacher’s 3rd-period lunch schedule)

Lunch 10:09 – 10:44

3rd Period: 10:50 – 11:59

2nd Lunch (Link here to see your teacher’s 3rd-period lunch schedule)

3rd Period 10:15 – 11:24

Lunch 11:24 – 11:59

4th Period 12:05-1:09

Assembly 1:15 – 2:15

5. PTSA Needs You!

Our CVHS PTSA needs you! Joining the PTSA is a great way to actively be a part of your child’s education and engage with the school community. We have some key positions vacant and need volunteers to step up and help out: President-Elect, Secretary, Advocacy VP, and Battle of the Bands Coordinator.

Reflections submissions are due Oct 1! The theme this year is “I am Hopeful Because…” Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

As always, we invite you to become a PTSA member either through MySchoolFees or through this link: https://cvhs.memberhub.com

6. Upcoming Dates to Remember

2-week calendar

Wishing you a fantastic school year!

Sincerely,

Courtney Johnson