Cleared For Take Off – 2023-24 School Theme
August 28, 2023
Dear Aviators,
What a tremendous week we had last week! I appreciate this community so much and I especially love how we all come together for our students. Thank you for your sweet emails regarding all of the fun events we had since school began. We truly have something special out here. Please make note of the following:
1. School Community Council Election
We have our School Community Council 2023 Election. The ballot is live now and will close on September 1st at 5:00 PM. Please vote here.
2. 5-Star Student App Safety
It has come to my attention that there are a few concerns with the safety of 5 Star app. The district has vetted this app for the safety and security of student information. Both parties agree to uphold their responsibilities under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”), the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (“PPRA”), and the Children’s Online Privacy and Protection Act (“COPPA”). 5 Starr considers Student Data to be confidential and does not use such data for any purpose other than to provide the services on the School’s behalf.
https://www.5starstudents.com/
3. Saturn APP
The SATURN is not approved and I do not want anyone to use it. This is the statement I shared with our faculty and staff today.
SATURN APP Click the link to read more about a social media app that has become prevalent in our secondary schools this year. Please make sure all teachers, staff, coaches, and advisors understand that the Saturn App is NOT to be used to communicate with students, and students should not be encouraged to use it to communicate about school announcements or events.
4. Career Family Night
Monday, September 25, 2023, from 5-8 P.M. at Provo High School, CTE will host a free ice cream social where you can learn more about CTE pathways and future careers. This is for the whole family and they will have hands-on activities through the night!
5. Concurrent Enrollment
The Registration Deadline for concurrent enrollment is Thursday, September 7th! (Just over 2 weeks away!). If your student is having any of the below issues, please have them come to room D230 or D237:
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Struggling to login into their UVU account.
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Don’t know how to get admitted as a UVU student.
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Don’t know why they should get college credit.
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Any and all questions are welcome.
Here is the PowerPoint with 3 simple steps and a QR code to help students register.
6. ACT Preparation
It’s never too early to prepare for the ACT. shmoop.com/utah is a free resource. Use the Magic Word HONEY.
7. PTSA Needs You!
It’s not too late to join PTSA! Parents, students, teachers, and the community are all encouraged to show your support by joining PTSA. Your $8 membership makes a difference in the lives of our students and teachers! Join today through MySchoolFees, directly at https://cvhs.memberhub.com, or stop by our table during club rush this week!
Our first student member meeting is Monday, September 11 at 9 am. Join us for donuts and get to know your PTSA friends. We can’t wait to see your students there!
Reflections is coming up! “I am Hopeful Because…” Submissions are due Oct 1. Reach out to [email protected] for more information.
8. Suicide Awareness Walk – Wednesday from 6:00-7:00 P.M.
September is National Suicide Awareness Month. To kick off the entire month we will have our annual walk to fight suicide THIS WEDNESDAY. There will be food trucks and community mental health resources there the entire night, starting at 6 p.m. The actual walking portion of the night starts at 7 p.m.
We have “STAY” shirts for sale in the student store. They are on sale for $5 dollars at the store starting during the first lunch today, till when the store closes on Wednesday. They will be available for purchase at the event as well but for $10.
9. Student Support Groups
The counseling office will be offering two groups this year. One that will teach resiliency skills and another for those dealing with grief and loss. If you are interested in your child being a part of either group please reach out to your counselor.
10. Media Center – A Focus on Literacy and Connection
The CVMC (Cedar Valley High School Media Center) has released key takeaways, data, and statistics from last school year. The results highlight the effectiveness of our libraries’ contribution to literacy and the betterment of education for all students. Please see the results here: Informational Data Infographic.pdf
11. Mythology
We have added another Mythology class in the 8th period on B days. We are opening it to all grades. If your student is interested in enrolling in this class please contact their counselor ASAP. This can count as an English elective credit.
12. Upcoming Dates to Remember
Wishing you a fantastic school year!
Sincerely,
Courtney Johnson