Panther Press
April 19, 2024
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Important Dates and Information
April 15 - April 26 - CAASPP Testing
May 27 - Memorial Day - No School
June 5 - Graduation and Last Day of School
District School Year Calendar 2023 - 2024
Vista Unified Community Update
Principal's Update
Happy Friday, Vista High School Families!
If you’ve driven into VHS lately, you will see we have a very different look!
The old portable classrooms have been demolished and we now have a much better view of our beautiful new buildings!
Please have patience with us over the next few weeks as our side gate on E Rush Ave will be closed to pedestrians due to the construction. We recommend arriving a little bit early to help deal with the potential for increased traffic.
The final progress report of the school year has now been posted and your students have only six weeks left to complete their classes! Study hard, visit Panther After Hours for tutoring help, and be the best that you can be! We know you can do it!
Have a wonderful weekend, Panthers!
Principal Ratliff
Student of the Year Event
We had our annual Student of the Year event on April 16. We celebrated many of our amazing students and selected our Overall Student of the Year - Nicholas Taylor and our Valedictorian - Gabriella Hernandez. Congratulations to all our amazing Panthers!
Next Session - April 22
This presentation is required for all VHS drivers as a condition of having an active parking permit starting next semester.
These presentations will be held in Room E-11 across from the VHS library from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Students are required to bring one parent/guardian. We have one session left for second semester:
April 22, 2024
To ensure we have enough space, all attendees must RSVP. Any grade student can attend and each student will only have to attend one session.
Students can also attend sessions at Rancho Buena Vista High School. Their classes are on April 23 and May 15. To reserve a spot there use this form.
Please contact VHS Office Manager Leah Power if you have any questions by emailing leahpower@vistausd.org or calling (760) 726-5611 x 71002. For more information about the presentation, visit this website: Start Smart Program
Construction to Impact Sidewalks and Roads
Please see information below regarding the Rush Ave. gate and front entry way to VHS!
V-Wing Tear Down!
The removal of the V Wing classrooms has begun!
Prom - May 11
California State Girls Basketball Coach of the Year - Pat Moramarco!
Congratulations to Coach Moramarco on a great season and being named the California State Girls Basketball Coach of the Year by the California Coaches Assosication.
AFJROTC Cadets
Our AFJROTC department flew our first 3 cadets with plans for 12 more over the next month.
How to Talk to your Teenager Event
Our Community Schools program and our PTSA held a program on talking to your teenager this past Wednesday. This event was hosted by Anthony Ceja from the San Diego County office of education.
PTSA Updates
Panther families,
Thank you for attending our Association Meeting on February 29th. We have elected a Nominating Committee and they are hard at work working on filling the board for 2024-2025 school year. We will be electing our new board at the April 25 Association Meeting at 6pm.
Our stated goal is to make every child's potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children. Our mission is for Parents, Teachers and Students to work together with our school to help provide programs and enrichment activities which enhance your child's learning environment!
With the year coming to a close and students promoting and new families coming in we have a few openings on our PTSA board and would love for you to nominate yourself or a close friend for any of the following positions:
- Secretary
- Treasurer
- Financial Reviewer (formally know as Auditor)
- Hospitality Coordinator
- Reflections
- Scholarships Chair
If you are interested please contact us one of the members for the Nominating Committee:Kimberly Ashkiani, Tara Humphrey or Patty Landeros. Or fill out our online Board Interest Form.
Thank you so much and stay healthy and well!
Sincerely,
VHS High PTSA Nominations Committee
Spanish
Familias Panther,
Gracias por asistir a nuestra reunión de la Asociación el 29 de febrero . Hemos elegido un Comité de Nominaciones y están trabajando arduamente para llenar la junta para el año escolar 2024-2025. Elegiremos a nuestra nueva junta directiva en la reunión de la Asociación del 25 de abril a las 6 p.m.
Nuestro objetivo declarado es hacer realidad el potencial de cada niño al involucrar y empoderar a las familias y comunidades para abogar por todos los niños. ¡Nuestra misión es que los padres, maestros y estudiantes trabajen junto con nuestra escuela para ayudar a proporcionar programas y actividades de enriquecimiento que mejoren el ambiente de aprendizaje de su hijo!
Con el año llegando a su fin y la promoción de estudiantes y la llegada de nuevas familias, tenemos bastantes vacantes en nuestra junta de PSTA y nos encantaría que se nominara a sí mismo o a un amigo cercano para cualquiera de los siguientes puestos:
- Secretario
- Tesorero
- Revisor Financiero (formalmente conocido como Auditor)
- Coordinador de Hospitalidad
- Reflexiones
- Cátedra de Becas
Enlace de descripciones de puestos de trabajo
ReflexionesSi estás interesado, contáctanos con uno de los miembros del Comité de Nominaciones: :Kimberly Ashkiani, Tara Humphrey o Patty Landeros. O complete nuestro Formulario de interés de la Junta en línea.
¡Muchas gracias y mantente saludable y bien!
Sinceramente
Comité de Nominaciones de VHS High PTSA
PTSA Fundraiser - April 23
Help out VHS by dining out at Panera Bread on April 23!
Community Resource Fair and 420 REMIX Events!
VUSD PTSA groups and RBV will host two exciting events on April 20. These two events aim to empower young people to make informed choices and resist peer pressure, ultimately setting them up for success in all areas of their lives. Your support is crucial to achieving this goal, and we're grateful for your willingness to join us in making a real impact. Let's work together to make a difference and create a bright future for our students!
April 20 - Community Resource Fair - Vista Civic Center - 8am - 11am
April 20 - 420 REMIX - John Landes Park - 1pm - 4:30pm
VHS Senior Newsletter
All the info Seniors need from their school counselors! WHAT’S INSIDE?
Transcript Requests
Mark your calendars!
College Tips
Self-care for Seniors ❤️
Advice from a Panther Alumni
Senior Checklists
Scholarships & Xello
Financial Aid
Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) Returns!
Principal Ratliff invites you to learn the skills and tools to help support your student's future success.
NEW Course Offerings for 2024-2025 School Year!
AP African American Studies
Examine Key topics on African American studies.
Chicano Studies
Learn about Chicano and Latino American experiences!
Ethnic Studies
Learn about the experiences of diverse populations.
Small Business Ownership and Management
The Small Business Ownership and Management course is an elective course designed for students who are interested in learning how to start a small business. Students will learn about the role of a small business in the economy, as well as the common challenges small businesses face. Students will gain an understanding of how to start, build, and manage a business, including employees. Students will also learn the principles of marketing, finance, and operations for small businesses, and develop their own business plan.
From the Librarian
The San Diego County Library has made its digital and audio books available to thousands of local students throughout the county. Any student in Vista USD, using just their student IDs, may check out the library’s collection of age-appropriate digital materials via Sora, an app used by school districts.
Additionally, every VHS student can check out the San Diego County Library’s Teen Book of the Month with their student ID through the Sora app— the ebook and the audiobook! Unlimited checkouts means no waitlists or holds.
Teen Book of the Month (April 1-30)
This Woven Kingdom by Tahereh Mafi
To all the world, Alizeh is a disposable servant, not the long-lost heir to an ancient Jinn kingdom forced to hide in plain sight. The crown prince, Kamran, has heard the prophecies foretelling the death of his king. But he could never have imagined that the servant girl with the strange eyes, the girl he can’t put out of his mind, would one day soon uproot his kingdom—and the world.
8th Annual Early Education Fair - April 13, 2024
Meet early education teachers and school leaders!
Creek to Bay Clean Up - April 20
Help clean up our community!
Lowriders for Literacy Event
At Rancho Buena Vista High School on April 27.
Program for Parents at Maryland Elementary
Get information on our community and helping raise children.
Sun Bucks!
Learn how they can help you!
Resources for Kinship Caregivers
Are you a kinship caregiver?
School Accountability Report Card
The School Accountability Report Card is now available for review here https://vhs.vistausd.org/ and a hard copy will be made available upon request at our front office.
Panthers After Hours Ceramics Classes!
Interested in ceramics? Come to our Panthers After Hours Ceramics classes - see video below for info!
PSST World
Go HERE to check it out or to make a report.
This Week in Sports
Here are this week's sports.
VHS Cheer and Dance Tryouts
Tryouts for VHS Cheer & Dance are coming up. Tryouts are for anyone interested in JV Cheer, Varsity Cheer, JV Hip Hop, Varsity Hip Hop or Varsity Pom. Tryout packets are now available in the office. On Monday, March 25th next year's captains and current seniors will teach material for tryouts. You will have two weeks to practice and videos will be posted to help you. Final tryouts will take place on Monday, April 8th beginning at 3:30PM in the dance room. Please follow @vistaspirit on Instagram for more info and visit Coach Caponera or Coach Wagner in the girls' locker room with any questions!
Playing a Sport? You MUST complete the Physical Form!
Want Tickets to VHS Athletic Games?
Senior Scholarships!!
Many of the local and regional scholarships are now open. As many require transcripts, letters of recommendation, and some writing - putting it off until the last second is not an option. Remember, money is on the table so don't let this slip past you! Check the bulletin at least once a week and google for scholarships that are in your major or have something to do with your background.
Need a Work Permit?
ASB Executive Officers!
Our new ASB Executive officers for next year are: President: Sadie O’Neill, Vice President: Darla Nunez, Secretary: Tania Chavez, and Treasurer: Kimmy Aguilar. Business Lead: Karina Gosselin, Public Relations Leads: Rebecca Hernandez and Niyah Niuatoa, Publicity Lead: Maria Campuzano, Special Events LeadS: Maddi Strang and Dana Martinez, Spirit Leads: Andrea Tovar and Damaris Salgado, Sports Lead: Taylor Romney, Tech Lead: Abraham Medina Pacheco, Staff Recognition Leads: Ava Gonzalez, Alexis Vazquez Tapia, and Kaleb Zolezzi. Student Recognition Leads” Ashley Bertsch and Vanessa Reyes
Staff vs. Student Basketball Game - April 12
Join us at 6pm in the gym for a fun game. Tickets are for sale, and snacks will be available for purchase. Players, be sure to drop off your signed permission slips to ASB the week we return from Spring Break!
Prom - May 11
Prom will be on Saturday, May 11th at the Air and Space Museum in Balboa Park. Tickets will go on sale when we return from Spring Break. Prices start at $90 with a Panther Pass and $95 without. They will increase by $5 every week. Guest Passes will be available in counseling before Spring Break.
Grad Bash - Friday, June 7
The Princess Project
Need a dress for prom? Book an appointment here for a chance to win a dress and accessory!
VHS 23-24 Yearbook is on Sale Now!
Club Info
Buddies Club meets Tuesdays at lunch in the GYM. Please join us for fun with our Buddies as we support inclusion for everyone at VHS. ALL ARE WELCOME! :) .
Yu-Gi-Oh club meets every Thursday during lunch in V-20. Want to learn how to duel? Interested in learning the tournament style of dueling. Join Yu-Gi-Oh club today! Stop by V-20 to get more information. Look for flyers around campus.
GSA Club meets Tuesdays in D20 during lunch.
Interested in crime & punishment? Want to know more about the law and being a lawyer? Come to D18 this Wednesday during lunch for Mock Trial information.
Book Club meets in D17 every Thursday after school. See Ms Vancelette with any questions.
BSU (Black Student Union) will be meeting every Friday in room D17. All are welcome!
The Whosoevers Club will be meeting in V12 every Wednesday at lunch. Snacks provided. All are welcome!
Mariachi club is now Tuesdays and Thursdays after school in the Guitar Room!
California Department of Education Parent and Family Digital Learning Guide
Hapara Internet Safety and Monitoring
This is an important tool to assist teachers with digital citizenship and classroom management. It is important that parents are aware of the privacy policy and our adherence to the ethical monitoring policy.
Counseling & Social Emotional Resources
Social/Emotional Supports & Links
https://vhs.vistausd.org/counseling
Vista Virtual Wellness Center:
Family & Community Engagement
Suggestions?
Vista High School
Email: teachername@vistausd.org
Website: http://vhs.vistausd.org
Location: 1 Panther Way, Vista, CA, USA
Phone: (760) 726-5611