Spartan Weekly Update 10/9
See What's Happening This Week
Monday 10/9
Block Schedule-Even Day
College Visit - UC Davis Period 4
Tuesday 10/10
Block Schedule - Odd Day
PFSO Meeting 7pm Library
Wednesday 10/11
Minimum Day Schedule - All Periods
End of 1st Quarter
UC Santa Barbara Visit - Period 2-4
Marching Band Raising Cane's Fundraiser
Thursday 10/12
Block Schedule - Odd Day
College Visit - Princeton University (Period 3)
Friday 10/13
Block Schedule - Even Day
College Visit - Cal Poly Pomona (Period 4)
Saturday 10/14
Saturday School Room 205 8am - 12pm
Sunday 10/15
PFSO Campus Care Day 8am - 2pm
Villa Park Named Advanced Placement School Honor Roll
Villa Park High School recognized for student success in Advanced Placement while broadening access.
Orange, California -- College Board announced that California, Orange Unified School District, Villa Park High School has been named to the Advanced Placement Program (AP) School Honor Roll, earning BRONZE distinction.
The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflects a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.
Villa Park High School had 43% of seniors who took at least one AP exam during high school, 31% of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least one AP exam, and 18% of seniors who took five or more AP exams!
The VPHS AP Program:
- 30 Courses offered
- 60 Sections taught
- 24 Different teachers teaching AP sections
Principal Dennis McCuistion says, "The Villa Park High School Bronz Honor Roll AP program is a shining example of our commitment to academic achievement and the pursuit of excellence. It equips our students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to excel in higher education and beyond. We are proud to have such a robust and dynamic AP program within our school, and we look forward to seeing the continued success of our students as they embark on their educational journeys."
Class of 2024 Scholars with Distinction
Villa Park High School would like to recognize the following students for being named Scholars with Distinction. This achievement is earned through student performance on California Standardized Testing (SBAC), which takes place during the Spring semester. These 124 students, representing the top 25% of seniors, were able to score "Proficient or Advanced" in both English/Language Arts AND Mathematics. For graduation, these seniors will be given a special cord to distinguish themselves as VPHS Scholars of Distinction. Congratulations to all of you!
JOIN PFSO!
Spartan Families,
We are just 91 memberships away from reaching our goal of 777! We need your participation today to make it across the finish line. Bonus: We have an anonymous donor donating up to $1,000 with a per member donation match, so please join today through this link.
With your support, the Villa Park High School Parent Faculty Student Organization (PFSO) brings parents, families, community leaders, teachers, and staff together to do great things for the VPHS community. Beyond our dedicated volunteers, all of these offerings take a great deal of time, talent, and treasure. With just $10 and a few moments of your time, you can help ensure another excellent year for our Spartans.
Let's do this!
Jordan Wu
VPHS PFSO President 2023-2024
SCC Application Workshop Nov. 8 or Nov. 9
Meet with a representative from SCC in the Library to complete the required FREE application to the college. You are eligible to participate in the Early Welcome Program in April 2024 for priority registration by attending the workshop and completing your application for Fall 2024.
This invitation is open to the Seniors (Class of 2024).
AP Exams Schedule and Order Form
Spartans in AP courses, please make sure to check out the AP Exams schedule for Spring 2024. Click on the link below to view schedule information, pricing for exams, and instructions on how to place an order to purchase AP tests. Questions? Please contact Mr. Simons at rich.simons@orangeusd.org
Morning MATH SUPPORT available Monday through Friday
Written by: Alex Tran
2023 Homecoming Court
After a series of nominations and interviews, a Homecoming Court composed of five boys and five girls was selected for the ceremonial position. Members on court are active students here at Villa Park and within their communities, an unofficial prerequisite during the interview process. This week, the students had the opportunity to vote for their homecoming king and queen. Homecoming Queen will be announced at the Homecoming Game on Friday 10/6 and Homecoming King will be announced at the Homecoming Dance on Saturday 10/7.
Students on court:
Support VPHS Vocal Music 2023
Please help Villa Park High School's award-winning vocal music program reach their fundraising goal! We are responsible for raising funds for our annual operational costs which runs between $25,000-$30,000 per year. Donations help us offer a quality music program for all students. Your support will have a direct impact on student learning in the classroom and growing their individual skills.
Your donations will help us continue to pay for our staff accompanist, instrumentalists, sheet music, facilities rentals, transportation, critical sound needs, festivals, instructional materials, etc. It will also help contribute to our acoustic shells campaign as part of our PAC stage updates.
Thank you for your support
Mrs. Jessica Kim - Math Teacher
Written by Marianna Mendoza
Mrs. Jessica Kim, a library media specialist at VP, brings a wealth of experience and a diverse academic background to her role. Her journey began at John W. North High School in Riverside, where she actively participated in various extracurricular activities, including dance, yearbook, and theater. After high school, she pursued her undergraduate studies at Cal State Fullerton, majoring in communications with a minor in American Studies. Her thirst for knowledge led her to graduate school, first earning an MFA in creative writing from Spalding University in Louisville, Kentucky, and later a Masters of Library Information Sciences (MLIS) from San Jose State. During her college years, she was also a member of a sorority, fostering lasting connections. Mrs. Kim dedicated 18 years to the school district, teaching English at Canyon High School, Cerro Villa Middle School, and El Modena High School. Her journey at VP began in January 2020, and she currently holds the position of Library Media Specialist. Notably, Mrs. Kim is a published author with three YA books to her name, and her favorite memory at VP revolves around the vibrant atmosphere of last year's author festival. With her unique blend of literary expertise and educational background, Mrs. Kim is a valued member of the VP community.
Mrs. Jacqueline Morris
Written by: Marianna Mendoza
Meet Mrs. Jacqueline Morris, a dedicated Library Media Technician at VP High School. Jacqueline's journey began at Canyon High School in Anaheim, CA, where she was not only an avid student but also demonstrated her leadership as the cheer captain. Following her high school days, she pursued higher education, initially enrolling at Santiago Community College (SCC) before finding her academic home at Concordia University in Irvine, where she majored in Organizational Psychology. While her college years were focused on academics, Mrs. Morris honed her skills in the field by working at various schools within the Orange Unified School District (OUSD), ultimately accumulating over a decade of experience before joining VP in 2021. Her official title as Library Media Technician doesn't fully encapsulate her enthusiasm for her role, as her favorite memory at VP includes the satisfying task of reorganizing the school's library. And if you ever need an interesting conversation starter, Mrs, Morris can share the intriguing fact that she can dislocate her shoulder.
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