A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Good Morning Vipers! This week will be an early-early release on Wednesday, that will end at 11:15, that information is highlighted further below. ParentVue & StudentVue are still being worked on and updated, and will be down a bit longer. Teachers will continue to email progress reports, and your students can still communicate with teachers on their grades. You can also email them, for more information as needed.

Spring Sports begin this week, with tryouts in tennis, baseball/softball, and boys volleyball/beach volleyball, as well as sign-ups for track and field.

Testing Season is approaching, and we have attached the testing schedule below.

RTI (Viper Connect) is still being worked on and updated, and we have created a rotation in the meantime. It is visible below.

Lastly, I wanted to take a minute to highlight our College and Career Specialist, Cindy Smith. If you/your student have questions about college and career opportunities (whether you believe you know exactly where you want to be, or if you really don't know what you want to do next), please seek her out. She is an awesome teammate, and can be a great resource for students and families. Her email is CSmith@aguafria.org.

1. RTI + VIPER CONNECT

• Mon 2/5 - 1st Hour
• Tue 2/6 - Advisory
• Thu 2/8 - 2nd Hour
• Fri 2/9 - 3rd Hour

*Early Release Wednesday, 2/7 - School ends at 11:15

2. The Week Ahead & Upcoming Events/Opportunities

• For the events in The Week Ahead, please scroll to the section below!
• To see our state testing calendar, please scroll below!
• If you have interest in engraving products and customizable engravings, please see our engraving flyer below! This work is done by our very own Engineering Department.
• Please see the information regarding StemCon, a TouchStone Parenting Workshop, and the Fulton School of Engineering from ASU all coming up in the month of February, with flyers and insights below!

3. FAFSA is Open!

• FAFSA- The 2024-2025 FAFSA application is now open! Please visit FAFSA to apply. We will be hosting a FAFSA night in the future. More information coming soon about a hosted FAFSA night

4. Student News Network at VHS 📽️ *** Special Recognition this Week ***

• Congratulations to Verrado High Schools' win in the category of "Talent - Performer" for the piece "Project-182." This is the 1st time Verrado or any school in our district has won a National Student Production Award and is the highest achievement a high school filmmaker can get. See more below!
• Please check out KVHS for video reporting on all things Verrado High School, reported by Verrado High School Students!

Counseling Connection at VHS

• Please check out The Counseling Connection, for 3rd quarter updates from our counselling department.
• COUNSELOR APPRECIATION WEEK! Big shoutout to Ms. Enders, Ms. Hink, Ms. Palmgren, Mr. Pratt, and Ms. Schepker, for making a huge difference and impact on campus every day! 🌟 Thank you for all that you do! 🎉👏

Student Journalism at VHS 📰

• Please check out The Viper Times, for digital journalism regarding all things Verrado High School, reported by Verrado High School Students!

• WINTER SPORTS! (Basketball, Wrestling and Soccer)! Check out https://azpreps365.com/schools/verrado for schedules 🏀⚽🤼(BOLD = HOME)

  • Tuesday, Boys basketball VS. Westview- Senior Night for Boys Basketball
  • Thursday, Girls basketball VS. Canyon View (Boys @ Canyon View)

  
  

• AGUA FRIA MOM'S ADVISORY GROUP MEETING- Monday, February 5th: 5:30 -7:30pm
• SENIOR NIGHT for BOYS BASKETBALL- Tuesday, February 6th
• HOSA BLOOD DRIVE- Tuesday, February 6th: 9:10am to 2:20pm
• EXTRA EARLY RELEASE- Wednesday, February 7th @ 11:15am
• COLLEGE LETTER of INTENT SIGNING- Wednesday, February 7th @ 6:30pm
• ARMY CAMPUS VISIT- Monday: During both lunches
• MARINES CAMPUS VISIT- Tuesday: During both lunches
• US NAVY CAMPUS VISIT- Thursday: During both lunches

Towards the end of March we will begin our state testing on campus. Please check out the testing calendar and schedule below.

Winners of the 8th Annual National Student Production Awards were announced during a virtual ceremony presented by The Foundation of The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). The competition recognizes talented high school students from across the country. The Rocky Mountain Southwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences is proud to announce our region received one National Student Production Award. Congratulations to Verrado High Schools' win in the category of "Talent - Performer" for the piece "Project-182." This is the 1st time Verrado or any school in our district has won a National Student Production Award and is the highest achievement a high school filmmaker can get.

Welcome to the new Viper engraving online store. The engineering shop will engrave or 3D print pre-selected or custom designs for you. You can choose an item, then select any personalized options where available. Taxes are included in the price.

Orders can take 2-3 weeks depending on what products are on hand. Order your engraved item(s) early instead of waiting until the end of the season or the school year. Suppliers tend to start running low on items towards the end of every school year, so please plan accordingly!

Scan the QR code or visit the Viper Engraving website to place an order.

Touchstone is offering virtual parenting workshops via TEAMS. Please see the flyer below for more information. Click the images or button below to register for the workshops. Contact maria.navarrete@touchstonebh.org if you would like more information.

Contact csmith@aguafria.org for more information or to sign up.

Unified Sports Field Day will be at CVHS on March 8th from 10:00am to 12:30pm.

Hello, Vipers!

We are excited for you to join Verrado Athletics! Verrado High School has been the home of many athletic successes since we opened, and we are thrilled for you to continue that tradition. Winter sports are upon us- basketball, soccer and wrestling. For sports schedules, please visit https://azpreps365.com/schools/verrado. Please contact GBarnes@aguafria.org, for more information).

All student-athletes will need to create a Register My Athlete (Button Below) account and upload all required forms prior to participating in any athletic activities (including tryouts).

If you’re looking to support our Vipers, visit the Bookstore and/or Verrado Athletics Store (Button Below) online for spiritwear and other merchandise.

Visit verradovipers.com (Button Below) for more info!

Garrett Maier

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

Gaylen Barnes

Athletics Admin Assistant

623-932-7400 x4003

Spring Coaches List

• Tennis -Boys dduplain@aguafria.org (Tryouts)

• Tennis - Girls cleoni@aguafria.org (Tryouts)

• Track & Field - Girls nolveda@aguafria.org (Non-Cut Sport)

• Track & Field - Boys amorris@aguafria.org (Non-Cut Sport)

• Baseball agarcia@aguafria.org (Tryouts)

• Softball thampton@aguafria.org (Tryouts)

• Boys Volleyball mlopez@aguafria.org (Tryouts)

• Beach Volleyball mbowen@aguafria.org (Tryouts)

• Tryouts begin the Week of February 5th, with Sport Specific Times Coming Soon. Register My Athlete MUST BE DONE FOR YOU TO TRYOUT.

• MUST COMPLETE SEASON WITH WINTER SPORT BEFORE trying out for a spring sport (Spring Sport Coaches need to Know you Intend on Trying out)

• MUST WEAR ATHLETIC CLOTHING AND ATHLETIC SHOES; BRING WATER; BRING NEEDED EQUIPMENT

Please reach out to Coach Duplain in room E5 or email: dduplain@aguafria.org for more information.

Click the photo below or visit FAFSA to apply. FAFSA night coming soon- stay tuned for more info!

Class of 2024 has until February 15th to order class rings, caps and gowns, and letterman jackets! Visit Jostens.com or click the image below to place your order.

• The last day to order a senior ad for the yearbook is February 12th 2024
• The last day to order a yearbook is April 6th 2024
• Click the image or button below to order

To contact an ASAP substance abuse team member, please call 602-434-0249 or visit https://www.asapaz.com/. Click on the buttons below for more information on the program.

Here is the information for your counseling department for the 2023-2024 school year!

The wing in which students attend advisory (homeroom) will determine their counselors. Students were given introductions to their counselors, and have had opportunities to meet them. Please see the list below to reference the counseling team.

A-wing Counselor - Mrs. Schepker, vschepker@aguafria.org

B-wing Counselor - Mrs. Palmgren, hpalmgren@aguafria.org

C-wing Counselor - Mrs. Enders, cenders@aguafria.org

D-wing Counselor - Mr. Pratt, spratt@aguafria.org

E-wing Counselor - Mrs. Hink, shink@aguafria.org

Please click this link, for more information from the counseling team!

Purchasing Parking Passes: For the safety and security of our students and staff, parking permits are required to park on campus. We need to be sure that the cars parked on our campus are that of our students, and want to ensure that we are doing our best to ensure the safety on campus. The application can be filled out here. Payment can be made in the bookstore. Thank you!

If students do not have a parking pass, we are going to begin to communicate with them as they arrive to campus, to ensure they register for their parking pass.

1. Please forward your student THIS LINK if they have not yet completed the application.
2. You will be notified once your student is approved, and charges have been applied

Contact RSandiego@aguafria.org with questions.

SEE GRAPHIC FOR LOCATION OF STUDENT LOT + PAYMENT BUTTON BELOW

Payment for AP tests aren't due until April 1st. (Note: We are working on additional discounts & possible savings -- if you already paid before we activate those, we will refund the savings to your students account). Payments can be made at the VHS Bookstore. The cost of the 1st test is $49 ($98 for all additional tests)

• The Civics Test is a graduation requirement of all Arizona H.S. Students
• Using your students chromebook, they can complete the required test!
• SEE THE INFOGRAPHIC BELOW

IMPORTANT: YOU MUST RE-REGISTER FOR RETURNING STUDENTS!

How to Apply for Transportation: Please follow the directions in the Edulog App (in the App Store, or Google Play store). NOTE: Eligible students needing transportation beginning August 7th are REQUIRED to register via the Edulog app.

Requirements: 5-Digit Student ID (visible in parentvue), plus a valid parent email address, and complete the registration in the app.

Steps: There are multiple steps, so please be diligent when completing the application. (Link to Edulog Tutorial in District website). This tutorial will walk you through the process

You will be able to see students schedules in ParentVue & StudentVue

• Can view through the apps in App Store // Google Play Store (Or use the Button Below for Browser Version)

Note: Families in need can complete the Fee Waiver request form and submit it via email or in person to Ryan San Diego at RSanDiego@aguafria.org

Why Mastery Learning?

Our district is committed to not only focusing on academic knowledge but also equipping students with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. By helping students master skills, our high schools ensure that graduates are better prepared for the demands and expectations of the professional world. Along with key academic coursework, mastering skills in high school can have a long-lasting impact on students' careers. The skills students develop during their education can serve as a solid foundation for their future professional growth. Proficiency in skills such as technology, leadership, creativity, and collaboration can contribute to career advancement and open doors to opportunities. We believe that students who develop strong skills during their education are more likely to embrace continuous learning and seek personal and professional development throughout their lives. This is crucial in a rapidly evolving job market where individuals need to adapt to new technologies, industries, and work environments.

Lunch: Here is the link to our Food Services website. There you will also find the Food Services application (LinqConnect -- Button Below).

• We encourage all families to apply for the Agua Fria High School District Free and Reduced Lunch program.
• In addition to receiving free and reduced price lunch, it has many other cost benefits when it comes to athletic and academic programs.
• The Meal Benefit Application is available on the website by visiting: www.aguafria.org/meals.

You may also utilize the attached packets below for more information and application

• Regular student attendance is necessary to provide the greatest opportunity for student academic success.
• If you need to call in an absence for your student, please contact 623-932-7400 Extension 1 and leave your student’s name, ID number, date, and the reason for the absence and it will be processed as soon as possible.
• Students who are late to any class during the day will be marked tardy. 5 tardies to a class will be the equivalent of 1 absence for the class.
• Attendance Appeals will be held when a student misses 10 or more classes in a particular course.
• An Attendance Appeal could result in the loss of credit for the student. Please refer to the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook and review the district policy regarding attendance and tardiness.

Note: For further information, please see the attached document below.

If you have any medical updates please complete the enclosed form and send it directly to the school nurse directly – Michelle Fernandez, mfernandez1@aguafria.org

Please see the Button below to access the form.

Please read the following, as it pertains to parental response during safety procedures.

Please review the Rights and Responsibilities Handbook for more information

Please review the following regarding weapons detectors at AFUHSD sites.

Verrado High School and the Agua Fria Union High School District are committed to providing a safe and friendly learning environment for our students, staff and community. As a reminder, weapons detectors are placed at each entry point into the campus. All students and campus visitors must pass through the weapons detectors. The detectors are mobile and will also be utilized for entry into the school for things such as theater performances or sporting events.

Districtwide, we want to showcase our students, teachers, and programs during the school year. During the school year, there may be times when your student is photographed and/or their image is posted on social media. Please complete the link below if you do not want your student’s image to be shared. By completing this form, you are opting out of having any photos of your student(s) being displayed on our school or district websites.