Spartan Weekly Update Mar. 24-28
March Detention Specials
Attend A Tutoring Session - Earn 2 Detentions Off
Monday, March 24
EVEN Day
Dress for Success Monday - Earn 2 Detentions Off
Tuesday, March 25
ODD Day
Wednesday, March 26
EVEN Day
Middle School "Smash Open" - Esports 3:30pm, PAC
Thursday, March 27
ODD Day
Orchestra Symphonic Jazz Spring Concert, 7pm PAC (Free)
Friday, March 28
END OF QUARTER MINIMUM DAY 0-6
No Lunch Detention
View the Latest Detention & Saturday School List
Athletic Events Schedule: March 24-31
SWU Background: VPHS Baseball at Angel Stadium 3.17.25
VPHS Recognized by CIF-SS for Academic Excellence
The California interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section, the governing body that oversees high school athletics, recently released the winners of the team academic championships. For teams to be considered they must have at least five student athletes with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA average on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) for the first semester of the 2024 to 2025 school year and be a CIF member school with populations above 1,500 students. We are excited to announce that 24 of the varsity programs here on the Villa Park campus achieved above a 3.0 GPA threshold. We are excited to announce the sports of baseball and boys golf teams finished first in their categories and will be recognized in a pregame ceremony on the field at a Los Angeles Angels game on April 24nd. Villa Park High School has garnered a total of thirteen academic team championships in the last eight years (Twelve Southern Section, and one state). When tabulating the grade point averages for all sports, Villa Park high school had 18 out of 25 varsity sports qualified for the top 25 grade point average status in the CIF Southern Section, 9 teams earned top 10 status, 8 teams top-five status, Football, the 2024 Academic Champion, was the CIF Southern Section academic champion runner-up. The combined average unweighted GPA's of all varsity athletes was 3.58. We want to recognize and thank all our fine teachers, coaches, students, families, and community stakeholders in supporting these amazing achievements.
- Boys Golf 3.863 (1st )
- Baseball 3.743 (lst)
- Football 3.574 (2nd)
- Flag Football 3.765 (3rd )
- Boys Track and Field 3.688 (4th)
- Girls Soccer 3.728 (4th)
- Girls Track and Field 3.747 (5th)
VPHS INDIVIDUAL ATHLETES - CIF-SS ACADEMIC RECOGNITION
Isabella Puccio - Swimming, Water Polo
Jason White - Golf
AP Test Prep - Spring 2025
Click Here to Access the AP Test Prep Calendar (Spring 2025)
Juniors: Get Ready for SBAC Testing
VPHS SBAC State Testing will be completed April 14-18!!!
Juniors: Please make sure your school-issued laptop is in working order and ready for testing. Students are expected to use their school-issued laptop.
- Run and install your computer's system updates when prompted
- Be sure your charger works.
- Problems? Come to the Library for help!
PFSO Pancake Breakfast - April 12th - Purchase Tickets Today!
The VPHS Pancake Breakfast is returning and we hope you'll join in this fun tradition!
Saturday, April 12th
7 to 11 am
VPHS Breezeway
Tickets for the event are $10 each, and include pancakes, coffee, and more - making this a wonderful and affordable outing for families to enjoy together.
No Foolin' in April - Perfect Attendance Weekly Challenge
After Spring Break, students have the opportunity to earn 10 detention credits off for getting to class on-time and avoiding absences. Students must have perfect attendance (no tardies or absences) for the entire week (Monday through Friday). Students participating must check in with Mrs. Zlaket on Monday in the counseling office.
- April 7-11
- April 14-18
- April 21-25
- Students who complete the challenge for all 3 weeks will CLEAR ALL DETENTIONS.
Students who earn perfect attendance for three weeks will be entered into a raffle for special prizes:
- Gift Cards to local businesses
- Free Parking Pass for 2025-26 (Current 11th Graders)
- More prizes to be announced...
Dress For Success Mondays
Students can clear 2 detentions for participating in our new program, Dress for Success Mondays. VPHS will promote professionalism and positive self-image by encouraging students to dress professionally on Mondays. To earn credit, student will pick up a Teacher Verification slip from Mrs. Zlaket in the Counseling Office which must be signed by all teachers. Please encourage your student to participate!
Student Services Update
- Bathroom Passes (via 5-Star) will now last 6 (SIX) minutes - the same time as the standard passing period between classes. Bathroom passes should only be used to go to the restroom and return to class. Students frequently found out of class without a pass or on an expired hall pass will be assigned school consequences.
- 5-Star Digital Student ID can be used as an alternate Student ID Card - students can exit campus for short day/athletics using the 5-Star app. This Digital ID card will be used for checking in to school events such as dances, lunch detention, and Saturday Schools.
Student Conduct Guidance 24-25
- Student Attendance: Students who arrive late to class after the bell rings for each period are tardy. There is a 6-minute passing period to move from class to class. Students who earn 4 tardies will be assigned a lunch detention. We appreciate parent support in encouraging students to be prompt and show up to classes on time!
- Student Conduct Guidelines 24-25: Outline of student behavior and consequences administered by Student Services (Discipline). Please take a moment to review school policies on the following topics:
- Attendance Policy
- Saturday School & Loss of Activities
- Lunch Detention
- Campus Deliveries
- Dress Code
- Student Parking
Click Here to Review Student Conduct Guidelines 24-25
- Attendance: Parents must call or deliver a note to the Attendance Office within 72 hours to clear a student's absence. Students will be held accountable for their attendance through lunch detentions or Saturday School for unexcused absences. If a student is absent from school, they must provide an excuse for an absence (Illness, Personal, Medical Appointment, etc.). Calls to attendance can be made to (714) 532-8020.
SENIOR PORTRAITS AND PARENT AD DEADLINES HAVE BEEN EXTENDED!!
Hello all Senior Parents and Senior students,
· PARENT AD DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED: If you would like to purchase a PARENT AD, or space in the yearbook to include fun photos of your student from their childhood along with a kind message, please see the NEW ORDER FORM attached below. Deadline for submission is Friday, March 28th.
· SENIOR PORTRAIT INFORMATION: If you have not yet had your Senior Portraits taken you must schedule an appointment with PSS Imaging by either calling 714-630-7785 or visiting their website (https://www.pssimaging.net/seniors1). Please make every effort to have your portrait taken before the end of February. We will still accept senior portrait appointments and images, however any portraits taken after February will not be in alpha order and will placed after the very end of the portrait section.
· YEARBOOK PURCHASE: Don’t forget, you can still buy our 2024-25 Yearbook! They are $175 and you may pay on the VPHS Webstore or in the principal’s office.
· Lastly, should you have any questions please email Mr. Hill at ghill@orangeusd.org.
Thank you for your support,
Mr. Hill and the Odyssey StaffFollow @vphsjournalism
VPHS Grad Night (and Day!) 2025
Your year. Your Park. Your Party! Villa Park High School seniors 2025, get ready for an incredible day and night at the Disneyland Resort! We are headed to the Happiest Place on Earth for one final day/night of high school memories on Friday, June 13th!
Your Grad Nite Ticket includes:
- Breakfast and Check-in from 7:30am to 9:00am @ VPHS
- Transportation to & from Disneyland - Leave VPHS on Friday, June 13th @ 9:15am & returning to VPHS on Saturday, June 14th @ 3am (approximation)
- ALL DAY Disney Park Hopper ticket
- After Hours Grad Nite Private Event ticket (at California Adventure)
- Money for snacks during the event
EARLY BIRD PRICE- $279-Prices go up January 20th!
If you have any questions, please contact Jodi Kraft at (714) 338-9306 or by email at jodikraft5@gmail.com. Thank you!
Steven Ortiz
Written by Abigail Tolliver
Steven Ortiz is a dedicated senior who is deeply involved in his school's music and leadership programs. As a member of Key Club and ASB, he contributes to student life while balancing an impressive schedule of three music classes, jazz band, marching band, and orchestra. He is also part of eight different bands, showcasing his passion for music. One of his favorite memories this year was winning sweepstakes at Laguna, a testament to his hard work and dedication. Looking ahead to the second semester, Steven is excited about graduation and exploring community college opportunities for his future.
Elijah Acevedo
Written by Abigail Tolliver
Elijah Acevedo, an eager freshman, is actively engaged in his school's honors classes and enjoys participating in school events, including dances. One of his favorite memories this year was homecoming, where he had a great time seeing friends and making lasting memories. During this second semester, Elijah is excited to continue learning, especially in his Biology Honors class, where he hopes to expand his knowledge and curiosity about science.
SUMMER SCHOOL 2025
Summer School will be held June 17 - July 24 at Villa Park High School
Counselors are actively working on summer school sign ups to identify students who have failed a class necessary to meet graduation requirements.
If your student passed a class with a D, but would like to improve the grade to be A-G eligible for college admissions, please have them reach out to the counselor to get signed up for summer school.
Follow VPHS Teams on Social Media!
Please check out the VP Sports schedule for the latest game schedule, results, and events.
If you are on Instagram, follow our teams to stay updated on game results, schedules, and other team-related events:
- VPHS Boys Basketball
- VPHS Girls Basketball
- VPHS Hockey
- VPHS Rugby (NEW)
- VPHS Boys Soccer
- VPHS Girls Soccer
- VPHS Girls Wrestling (NEW)
- VPHS Wrestling
- VPHS Aquatics - Water Polo Boys (Fall) Girls (Winter) Swimming (Spring)
- VPHS Cheer & Stunt
- VPHS Cross Country (Fall)
- VPHS esports
- VPHS Football (Fall)
- VPHS Flag Football (Fall)
- VPHS Girls Golf (Fall)
- VPHS Girls Tennis (Fall)
- VPHS Girls Volleyball (Fall)
- VPHS Baseball (Spring)
- VPHS Boys Golf (Spring)
- VPHS Boys Volleyball (Spring)
- VPHS Softball (Spring)
- VPHS Boys Tennis (Spring)
- VPHS Track & Field (Spring)
March 28: End of Quarter: Minimum Day
March 31-April 4: Spring Break: No School
April 11: Spring Sports Assembly
VPHS Fundrasing Opportunities
We’re happy to announce that a new webpage has been created, in response to parent feedback, to collect all fundraiser events that occur throughout the school year. VPHS Fundraiser Events is now open for all sports teams and boosters, clubs, classes, and VPHS-affiliated organizations who wish to promote their upcoming fundraisers.
Should you wish you promote your event, please contact Mr. Pongco at jpongco@orangeusd.org. We are able to feature events on our newsletter, this new webpage, and in school email broadcasts to our parents and students.
