Cleared For Take Off – 2023-24 School Theme
August 21, 2023
Dear Aviators,
I’m pleased to report that we’ve had an amazing first week of school! It’s been truly inspiring to witness the enthusiasm and dedication of our students and staff. As we move forward, let’s continue working together to make this year one of growth, achievement, and memorable experiences. Thank you for your ongoing support.
Please make note of the following:
1. School Pictures Information
Students will be called down from class to get their pictures taken for their ID cards and the yearbook on the day listed below:
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10th Grade: Sept. 7
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11th Grade: Sept. 8
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12th Grade: Sept. 11
If you missed getting your school pictures taken, students may join another grade picture day or get their picture taken on our final makeup picture day, 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/
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CEDAR VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
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Event Code: FE261823
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Also Needed: Skyward Unique Student ID
2. 5-Star App For CVHS!
Cedar Valley has chosen to participate in a new program called 5-Star Student. The purpose of 5-Star is to promote student engagement and involvement in school activities. Additionally, it encourages strong academic performance and growth. As students participate and do well in their academics, they will receive points, which can be redeemed for prizes at the school store. Students are encouraged, but not required, to download the app via their smartphone. If they don’t have a smartphone, they can utilize the website login and earn points by entering a code provided by an event organizer. This new program will bring more students together and build a sense of community, culture, and academic achievement within Cedar Valley. Please view this video and visit our website for more information.
3. Required Parking Passes
All students that 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 will begin after Labor Day. Please get a parking pass as soon as possible.
4. PTSA Spirit Night
PTSA Spirit Night is this Wednesday from 4-9 pm at the Saratoga Springs Zupas. Come feed your family and support your local PTSA! Don’t forget to join PTSA at www.cvhs.memberhub.com – let your voice be heard in your child’s education.
5. School Lunch Workers Needed
We are serving more students than ever before. We have two lunch positions. Starting hourly wage is $15.67. The perks of the job are the same hours and days off as your students. We follow the Alpine School District Calendar. Hours are between 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. No previous experience is needed. Please link here to apply.
6. Club Rush:
Club rush week will be August 28th – September 1st. Students will see clubs that are available and have a chance to join. Parent permission forms are required for club participation. Hard copies are available in the front office. If a student would like to start a club, application forms are also available in the front office. In order to have a booth for Club Rush Week, students wishing to form a club need to turn in their application on or before Wednesday, August 23rd. If you have any questions, ask Mr. Gill in the front office.
7. Chromebook Insurance Plan:
-The open enrollment for insurance on the Chromebooks closes on September 15. The insurance is a great deal! It only costs $25 for full coverage with no deductible. Please click here for more information and to sign up.
8. School Community Council Interest
We have a few positions opened for our School Community Council. Serving on our School Community Council is a wonderful way for parents and teachers to contribute and help improve academic performance at our school. If you are interested in serving and would like to be placed on the ballot, please fill out this SCC interest form.
9. Mascot Bowl – Tonight
We have a great week planned next week for our very first “Soaring over the Clouds” Week. Monday, the 21st @ 7 pm we will be hosting a mascot bowl. Admissions is 3.00 (ticket information coming soon). Wednesday, the 23rd is our Grand Opening for our Freight Farm starting @ 6 pm. A fun evening with food trucks, a ribbon cutting, a pep rally, and a free concert with LOAFA. Monday through Thursday of this same week, we are having a spirit war with Westlake at Chick Fil A. Please support your Aviators with your Chick Fil purchases. Proceeds for all of this week’s events will go to the prosthetic foundation.
10. Athletic Events
Volleyball and Varsity Football have an admittance fee. Please purchase your ticket on cvaviators.com prior to the event. No cash or sales at the gate.
11. Drivers Ed
Sign up your student for this year’s Driver’s Ed Class. We suggest you take the class 6 months prior to when your students want to get their licenses. Please see the information here. If you have any questions please email our Driver’s Ed Lead BJ Roberts at [email protected]
12. Counselors
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s counselor. Please see the associated alphabet with the counselor email link 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
13. Administrators
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s administrator. Please see the associated alphabet with the counselor email link below:
A-CE Administrator: Scott Mansfield
CH-GI Administrator: Anna Butler
GL-KR Administrator:: Kimberly Moore
KU-PAN Administrator: Colin Gill
PAR-SME Administrator: Bill Sivert
SMITH-Z Administrator: Kenyon Christen
14. Freight Farm Grand Opening – Wednesday, August 23, @ 6:00-8:00 pm
LOCATION: West side of the school.
Thanks to a major grant from Meta (formerly Facebook), students at Cedar Valley High School will have an outstanding, 21st Century hands-on learning opportunity to work with and study in a closed container, hydroponic garden experience called Freight Farm.
Vertical farming just may be the way of the future, and at Cedar Valley High School, thanks to a major grant from Meta, students will have hands-on learning experiences with vertical farming in a closed container specially designed for low-water, high-efficiency farming.
The container, purchased from and supported by Freight Farms, can produce between 2-5 tons of produce annually and only requires about five gallons of water per day. Students from business, agriculture, and science classes will benefit from having the container farm active on the school campus.
This Meta Freight Farm sustainability grant is part of over one million dollars in STEM and technology donations awarded to the local community over the past three years. Meta’s Eagle Mountain campus has been a part of the Eagle Mountain community since announcing its data center in 2018 and has taken an active role in promoting sustainability and supporting STEM education initiatives with the Alpine School District and the greater community.
The community is invited to come see the Freight Farm unit at Cedar Valley High School on Wednesday, August 23rd, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration from 6 to 8 p.m.
15. Upcoming Dates to Remember
Wishing you a fantastic school year ahead!
Sincerely,
Courtney Johnson
Cedar Valley High School Principal