Born To Fly 2022-23 School Theme

November 14, 2022

Dear Aviators,

Today is Midterm for term 2. Skyward is a fantastic tool to monitor the progress of your students. Thank you for all of your continued support for CVHS and our students. Please make note of the following:

1. Message From our PTSA – “Feed the Teachers”

The PTSA will be feeding the teachers this Wednesday 11/16 before Parent Teacher Conferences. They would love your help with food and paper item donations. Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FA5A729ABFBC16-parent

Thank you for your continued support! As always, if you haven’t signed up as a PTSA member, consider joining! Every membership helps to further the support of our students, teachers, and staff: https://cvhs.memberhub.com

2. Parent Teacher Conference

Parent Teacher Conference will be held November 16th from 3 – 7 P.M. We all look forward to seeing our favorite parents.

3. Utah County Community Clothing Swap

Wednesday the 16th there is a community clothing swap. Please See Link.

4. Ace Night is Tonight!!

ACE night is tonight. Come and meet your Winter athletes. We will also be recognizing our Seniors who are Signing to play at the next level. We are also recognizing our Fall Academic All State Team. Winter Season Passes will be available to purchase as well. See you tonight!

5. Other upcoming dates to remember.

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With much love and gratitude – Principal Johnson

“Born To Fly” 2022-23 School Theme

November 7, 2022

Dear Aviators,

Good evening Aviators!

I hope you enjoyed that extra hour of sleep! We all needed that! Please make note of the following:

1. Election Day

Tomorrow is election day Tuesday. Please remember to vote!

2. Thank You For Your Support

I am beyond thankful for our community that stood behind our school and students that were falsely accused of the Tik Tok incident. All of the teachers, staff, and administration feel so supported by you. Thank you for the treats and beautiful letters, and flowers that were delivered to our school. Thank you for all chipping in for the food truck to feed our faculty and staff this Friday. We feel the CVHS love!

With that said, a few of you have asked to see my statement that was released to the press:

Heartbreaking is the best way to describe November 1, 2022. Students at Cedar Valley High School were accused of dressing in racist costumes at a Walmart 235 miles away from our community. (For reference, the distance between NYC and Washington, D.C. is 226 miles.)

What has been devastating is the continuing impact. Even though these students were not involved (they were at work or with family), they continue to be targeted by uninformed individuals on social media. My heart aches for these students and their families. Can you imagine having your life turned upside down because your name and personal information were put out on social media being falsely accused of something?

As a school, we received and continue to hear from people accusing these individuals. With more than 1,500 phone messages and more than 3,000 emails, our communications systems became overwhelmed. How do I decipher school-related emails versus hate-filled messages geared at our school, students, and families? It’s going to take some time to wade through.

Social media and uniformed, vindictive people have essentially made an enormous error just by sharing and commenting on misinformation. The impact of these blunders will have lasting effects on these students. Hatred and intolerance are wrong in all forms.

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Let’s make it a fantastic month of November!

With much love and gratitude – Principal Johnson

Born To Fly 2022-23 School Theme

October 31, 2022

Dear Parents,

Happy Halloween! I hope you enjoy this fun holiday. Halloween is so much better in the valley! This community knows how to make things fun! The headless horseman, ghosts, the Conger’s pirate ship, donut fry, and more are what make it “better in the valley!

Please make note of the following:

1. Culture, Climate, and Connection Survey.

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. The student is able to opt-out of taking the survey at any time. 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 in Skyward by November 14, 2022, at 5 pm. We sincerely appreciate your student(s) participation.

Login to Skyward as a parent/guardian

Expand (+) 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- Parent 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 the survey on Skyward

2. Christmas in the Valley

Our annual Christmas in the Valley Fundraiser is coming up on December 2! From noon to midnight, there will be a live stream of some fantastic performances, games, events, etc. 100% of the proceeds donated will go to families in our community who could use a little extra help this Christmas Season.

If you are interested in sending in a video or performance to be included in our telethon, please scan or click to fill out this link, and the Student Council will reach out to you!

https://forms.gle/iDsBSdUBH84HchJe6

Be sure to tune in on December 2 from Noon to Midnight on the Skybound CVHS youtube channel!

3. Seniors Sterling Scholar Applications Due Nov 1st!

If you have any questions please see Mrs. Childs in the Student Center.

4. Josten’s Senior Assembly

Tuesday, 11/8 during Jet Time and part of 2nd period, Jostens will be here to explain Cap & Gown purchases and graduation. After the assembly, all Seniors will be taking their panoramic picture. If your student misses the assembly all the information will be posted on the counseling website.

5. AP Test Fee Due November 7th

Students who are taking an AP course, please be aware that the $40 nonrefundable deposit is due by 12:00 pm on Monday, November 7th. Please use the attached form and give it to the finance office with your deposit.

6. PTSA Meeting this Friday

PTSA Student meeting is this Friday during Jet Time. PTSA Board meeting will follow, starting at 9:45 am. Join us to discuss upcoming events and activities with the PTSA!

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Kindest regards- Principal Johnson

Born To Fly 2022-23 School Theme

Monday, October 3, 2022

Dear Aviators,

Welcome to October! We are excited to be close to the end of our first semester in a few short days. Please log into Skyward and make sure your students have all of their missing assignments completed.

Please make note of the following:

1. Hispanic Heritage Month

We are delighted to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in the Media Center (all of October)!

The month-long celebration includes music, books, a Frida Kahlo portrait exhibit, a defining Latino exhibit, an ofrenda, and Dia de los Muertos celebration (Nov 1).

We will also be enjoying hispanic story-telling (COCO) and hispanic tastings (Pan y Posadas or Mexican Sweet Bread and Mexican Hot Chocolate).

2. Utah College Application Week October 3-7

Monday – Dress up as what you want to be when you grow up
Tuesday – BYU Blue vs U of U Red
Wednesday – Mathletes vs Athletes – dress as a studious student or as an athlete
Thursday – Wear your college gear
Friday – Wear your Aviator gear

Utah College Application Week (UCAW) is coming October 3rd – 7th. The purpose of UCAW is to acquaint students with the college application process and to communicate the importance of applying to college and financial aid.

During the week, all seniors will be encouraged to apply for admission to at least one college or university and to fill out the FAFSA.

On Wednesday, October 5th, students and their families are invited to and attend our College and FAFSA night from 5-7 pm.

Come visit with the following: Airforce, Army, BYU, Centro Hispano, Ensign College, Gear Up, Grand Canyon University, Marines, MTECH, National Guard, Navy, Nightingale College, Paul Mitchell, Provo College, SUU, U of U, Utah State, UVU, UVU Latino Initiative and more

FAFSA volunteers will be available to help in submitting the application for financial aid. We will also have college representatives, military, and other organizations here to answer questions. In preparation, please refer to the College Information, Fee Waivers and FAFSA Application Information Sheet.

3. Health and Well-Being Screener

In conjunction with the College and FAFSA night, Cedar Valley will host a health and well-being screener that assesses the social-emotional strengths and needs of students.

The assessment takes about 15 minutes to complete. All results are confidential and secure. Alpine District service providers will be available to go over the results with students and parents.

Mental health screenings help identify mental health conditions early and connect students with help. Screening also helps counselors to better recognize early warning signs. If you feel this screener would be beneficial to your student, please register at https://tinyurl.com/2p8dsznm.

For questions about the screener please contact Rebecca Andreasen at [email protected] or phone number (801) 610-8458.

For questions about UCAW please contact Marcie Murri at [email protected] or (801) 610-8826. For continual updates and scholarship information see our counseling website here or follow us on Instagram @cedarvalleystudentcenter

The finance office will be closed on Tuesday, October 4th and Wednesday, October 5th. Please plan accordingly!

ASVAB Testing (Military Testing)

Cedar Valley will be offering the ASVAB test here on campus starting at 9:05 AM the morning of October 20th. 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

4. UVU First Generation Student Conference

The counseling office and Latinos in Action would like to provide transportation for Cedar Valley seniors and juniors to attend the UVU First Generation Student Conference on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 from 8am-1:30pm held on UVU campus.

A First Generation Student is a student who is the first person from their family to attend college [or if neither parent holds a bachelor’s degree]. You would still be considered a first-generation student if your sibling went to college and you are going to college too.

Please fill out this form if you would like your student to participate in this informative conference. There is no cost and limited seating. We will take students on a first come, first serve basis giving priority to senior students. Contact the counseling office if you have any questions.

5. PTSA Message

The PTSA has received requests to extend the deadline for Reflections entries. Your students now have until this Friday, October 7, to get their entries submitted. www.utahpta.org/ref

The Student PTSA meeting will be held this Friday, October 7, during Jet Time in the main office conference room. If your student is a member of the PTSA they are invited to this meeting!

Our next Zupas Fundraiser night will be held on October 19th from 4-9pm at the Saratoga Springs Zupas location. Online orders during this time also count towards the fundraiser, using coupon code FUNDRAISER25. Thank you for your support!

6. Finance Office

The finance office will be closed on Tuesday, October 4th and Wednesday, October 5th.

7. Mini Drill Camp Opportunity

Mini Drill Camp is back! Don’t miss the 2022/2023 mini drill camp, with a performance during halftime at the home football game on 10/12. Bring your friends!

Registration and details in the link below.

https://www.successfund.com/miniaviettes

Call Melissa Garrett 801.641.6868 for more information.

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Let’s make it a fantastic school year!

Courtney Johnson

Principal CVHS

Born To Fly 2022-23 School Theme

Monday, September 26, 2022

Dear Aviators,

I absolutely love our Utah fall season! I didn’t always love it because it meant summer was over, but as I age it has become my favorite season. I love wearing sweaters, drinking hot apple cider, and feeling the crunchy fall leaves under my feet and the aroma from baking all things pumpkin. I hope you all enjoy this wonderful season!

Please make note of the following:

1. Reflections Due Friday

Parents, please encourage your child to submit a PTA Reflections entry. Students may enter Reflections in one or more categories, but may only enter each category once.

Entrants must submit entries online at www.utahpta.org/ref. Alle entries are due this Friday, September 30th.

2. Scooters and Skateboards

Cedar Valley High School is seeing a large increase in students using scooters and skateboards in the hallways and common areas. Although we love the physical activity of riding scooters and boards to school, they are dangerous and destructive in the hallways. With nearly 3000 students, there is a risk of student injury in addition to damage to school property. Please inform your students that scooters and skateboards need to be left in cars, or placed in lockers during school hours. We also would like students to secure them next to the bikes if possible on the stadium fence.

3. Utah College Application Week October 3-7

Utah College Application Week (UCAW) is coming October 3rd – 7th. The purpose of UCAW is to acquaint students with the college application process and to communicate the importance of applying to college and financial aid.

During the week, all seniors will be encouraged to apply for admission to at least one college or university and to fill out the FAFSA.

On Wednesday, October 5th, students and their families are invited to attend our College and FAFSA night from 5-7 pm. FAFSA volunteers will be available to help in submitting the application for financial aid. We will also have college representatives, military, and other organizations here to answer questions. In preparation, please refer to the College Information, Fee Waivers and FAFSA Application Information Sheet.

4. Health and Well-Being Screener

In conjunction with the College and FAFSA night, Cedar Valley will host a health and well-being screener that assesses the social-emotional strengths and needs of students.

The assessment takes about 15 minutes to complete. All results are confidential and secure. Alpine District service providers will be available to go over the results with students and parents.

Mental health screenings help identify mental health conditions early and connect students with help. Screening also helps counselors to better recognize early warning signs. If you feel this screener would be beneficial to your student, please register at https://tinyurl.com/2p8dsznm.

For questions about the screener please contact Rebecca Andreasen at [email protected] or phone number (801) 610-8458.

For questions about UCAW please contact Marcie Murri at [email protected] or (801) 610-8826. For continual updates and scholarship information see our counseling website here or follow us on Instagram @cedarvalleystudentcenter

5. ASVAB Testing (Military Testing)

Cedar Valley will be offering the ASVAB test here on campus starting at 9:05 A.M. the morning of October 20th. 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

6. Upcoming Dates to Remember

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Let’s make it a fantastic school year!

Courtney Johnson

Born To Fly 2022-23 School Theme

Monday, September 19, 2022

Dear Aviators,

Welcome back to another great week! Homecoming was beyond amazing! I want to thank our teachers, staff, and students for making it one of the most memorable homecomings I have ever been part of. I know their efforts were appreciated and they did a fantastic job.

Please make note of the following:

1. Funding For CVHS By Taking Surveys

Several of our teams are asking parents to take surveys so their teams can earn money. This will cost you nothing other than answering a couple of questions per survey. Each piece of eligible feedback = $2.00

Text “CVHS” to 90412

Share up to 75 opinions = up to $150

for Cedar Valley High School

So far CV has earned about $6,000, however; we can earn around $25,000. The fundraiser will end on 09/23/2022 at 11:59 p.m. You can choose where your survey money will go. Link Here

2. Reflections Due This Week
Parents, please encourage your child to submit a PTA Reflections entry. Students may enter Reflections in one or more categories, but may only enter each category once.

Entrants must submit entries online at www.utahpta.org/ref.

Reasons to enter Reflections:

Awards!! And recognition for your artistic skills and abilities!

Scholarships – if you compete at the national competition, there is a free trip to the ceremony, and a monetary scholarship of up to $1,000 is given to winners. And yes, high school kids from Utah have won before!

Any questions about rules and what/how to submit an entry, go here:

https://www.utahpta.org/reflections-rules-category-faqs

3. Parents of the Class of 2023

We will be starting our Senior College and Career Readiness meetings on Tuesday, September 6th. These meetings will run through September 30th.

Counselors will be meeting with each senior to review their graduation requirements and schedules. They will also discuss events coming up during their Senior year. We will also be talking about college and career options and the student’s future plans.

If parents would like to attend their student’s CCR they are welcome to make an appointment by calling 801-610-8826 or by clicking on the appointment link next to your student’s counselor’s name.

We look forward to meeting with each of our 2022-2023 Seniors!

Abby Taylor (A-Bray)- https://calendar.app.google/mxSjyuQ8PAqP3XFj7

JeriLynn Phillips (Braz-Coo)- https://calendar.app.google/BSNbG2MK4U5EFLd56

Kristy Childs (Cop-F)- https://calendar.app.google/81vHsNtCtx4JmcEaA

Aprill Triggs (G-Hoo)- https://calendar.app.google/cF6ehcNNorKpRWqx9

Debra Smith (Hop-Lot)- https://calendar.app.google/RbEQagzn3QRvHrcj6

Camille Black (Lou-Oq)- https://calendar.app.google/4NKwUUBM3sb8rqVo6

Courtney Briggs (Or-R)- https://calendar.app.google/eAPgqkWHdxcmb4Nw9

Reagan Peck (S-Ta)- https://calendar.app.google/SryVu9h7JSYKNzes6

Brittany Zabriskie (Te-Wal)- https://calendar.app.google/DNVqc41tmH2KnDeDA

Joleen Liston (Wam-Z)- https://calendar.app.google/Z93ohB5eqZHDRD8Y7

4. Literacy

Students will be given a reading test this week during Jet Time so we can focus on literacy this year. Teachers will be better equipped to help students with their reading goals and will encourage students to become better readers. Maybe it is the elementary principal inside me that still believes students should work on being better readers even in high school!

5. Upcoming Dates to Remember

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Let’s make it a fantastic school year!

Courtney Johnson