Cerro Villa Vikings Newsletter

The Viking Culture this year is to "Win the Day". We challenge all students and staff to pick 1 goal each day to accomplish. When you have succeeded with that 1 goal, you have "Won the Day!"

Here are a few ways to "Win the Day"

• "Flip the Script" on struggles/challenges and make them successes!
• Follow "Kaizen" - strive for continuous improvement each day!
• "Be Kind" - smile, say hello, look out for your fellow vikings! Remember - everyone is going through a battle we may not know.. Be Kind Always!

Link to "Win the Day" - Mark Batterson

Viking families and students - The week prior to Spring Break had numerous activities to highlight CV's College and Career March Madness Week. The College and Career Fair for our 8th graders along with Career Speaker day was a hit! We also had our Leadership led Spirit Assembly and Staff vs Students Basketball game! Sprinkled in was the focus on selective colleges! Selective students also participated in the Middle School Honors band performance at Chapman University, Esports Championship at Villa Park HS, ice skating, and Honors Society Mardi Gras!

Ms. Fernandez and Mr. Jones are very proud of the positive culture and climate that is building on campus throughout the school year! Let's keep it going, One Win the Day at a time!

The 3rd Trimester Expectation video was presented to all CV students through homeroom class.

Here is a reminder of our school-wide expectations:

• Uniform Tops: CV polo shirts, CV Spirit/Club shirts, college shirts (uniform approved shirts must be worn under sweaters and jackets)
• Uniform Bottoms: Black or Blue bottoms. Bottoms must fit at the waist. Volleyball or basketball shorts are not allowed. Blue denim pants are not allowed.
• Electronics: Earbuds and cell phones must be off and away on campus.

Expectations were presented by Ms. Fernandez and included Cell phone policy (off and away), uniform policy, and attendance! Let's Go Vikings and finish the 23-24 school year off STRONG!!

Accumulate enough "Win the Day's" and you will have a "Win the Year"!!

Theme for Trimester 3: "Respecting All Adults on Campus"

What's Happening This Week at Cerro Villa!

WHTW: April 1 - April 5

Due: April 12th

Topic: Rotary Four-Way Test

The Villa Park Rotary is holding their annual "Rotary Four-Way Test" Essay Contest.

Prizes:

1st place: $200

2nd place: $150

3rd place: $100

Winners will be announced at the April 18th Rotary Meeting. Please view Flyer and Rules for details.

Pre Try-out Clinic: April 6, 9:00am-11:30am

Mandatory Try-out Clinic: April 9-10, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Mock Try-out (mandatory): April 11th, 4:00pm

Mandatory Try-out: April 12th, 4:00pm

VPHS Cheer Flyer

Viking Shelf Life - April Library Newsletter

Check out the latest news and happenings of our CV Library!! The newsletter can also be found on CV's website: https://www.cerrovilla.org/academics/library

Thursday, April 4th is LIBRARIAN APPRECIATION DAY!! Thank you to Mrs. Buchness for all that she does for Cerro Villa students!!

NEW TUTORING OPPORTUNITIES - check out the flyer

Homework Help Flyer

Cerro Villa and Villa Park are collaborating to have National Honor Society students assist our students during Homework help! Two to four HS students will attend HW help to support CV students!

8th GRADE FAMILIES!

Is your child attending VPHS next year? If so, we strongly recommend them to apply for our ASB Spartan Apprenticeship program. This opportunity for incoming freshmen was just introduced last year, and due to the large number of applicants we have expanded the size of our program! Over the summer, accepted applicants will attend on-campus leadership workshops and three days at the Orange County Leadership Camp at the University of California, Santa Barbara. During the school year, Spartan Apprentices will be enrolled in the ASB Leadership class. In this class they will contribute to the processes of student government and learn more about leadership through hands-on experiences. This is an invaluable opportunity that will help connect your student with like minded individuals and other successful leaders on our campus and in the community.

Due to the competitiveness of this program, it is recommended that students apply as early as they can. Online applications will close Friday, April 12th at 11:59 PM. All applicants will participate in an interview. Interview times will be announced following the closing of the online application. If your student wants to practice their interviewing skills before their ASB interview, one on one practice interviews on VPHS’s campus with an experienced interviewer are available.

Click on the link below to sign up for a Practice Interview Time:

Practice Interview dates

To Apply please click on the link below:

ASB Freshman Apprentice Application

If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Shari Scott-Sawyer, VPHS Activities Director

sscottsawyer@orangeusd.org

https://www.cerrovilla.org/activities/athletics

2023-2024 CV Sports Schedule

Next Sport: Track and Field

Middle School Track Meet: May 16th

https://www.cvpfso.org/ - visit the PFSO website to learn about all the opportunities to get involved.

What is the PFSO?

The Cerro Villa Parent Faculty Student Organization (PFSO) is a non-profit organization that assists the faculty and staff in enhancing the education experiences of our children.

​The PFSO assists with many programs around the school, including dances, Student of the Month, Honor Society, and the 8th Grade Promotion Party. Without your support, these events would not be possible. Most importantly, the PFSO also supports the faculty and staff at Cerro Villa in acquiring items they need for their classrooms in order to enhance our children’s educational experiences.

NEXT MEETING: APRIL 16TH, 8:30 AM

Did you know that the CV PFSO can receive “free money” from Ralphs every time you shop? This summer we received $31.51 from just 8 participating families' grocery runs. Imagine how much more we could earn if you, your friends, and family sign up too!

This one-time sign-up will take just a few minutes of your time:

Step 1: Go to www.ralphs.com
Step 2: Sign in or create an account with your Ralphs Rewards account number (found on the back of your shopping card)
Step 3: Go to My Account, then to Community Contributions
Step 4: Enroll for free and designate "Cerro Villa PFSO" as your program of choice
Step 5: Forget about it! You just shop as usual from now on in-store or online :)

For more information, visit: https://www.ralphs.com/i/community/community-contribution-program

And if you have any issues, please email cvpfso@gmail.com - we're happy to help get you set up. Thanks! - CV PFSO

April 1-5: Leadership Election Week

April 5th: Election Day / 8th grade Panoramic Pic

April 16th: PFSO Meeting, 8:30 am

May 6th - May 17th: SBAC Testing

May 16th: Middle School Track Meet

May 27th: Memorial Day Holiday, No School

June 5th: 7th Grade Last Day, 12:25

June 6th: 8th Grade Promotion, 9:00 am

The Orange Public Library will offer different activities for 7th - 12th grade students during March and April. See flyers for details:

• Teen Programs March-April
• El Dia De Los Ninos / Libros - April 27th

Family Center is hosting their Spring event! Check out the flyer to read about details:

Family Center Flyer

Join us in a free, interactive learning experience to enhance and develop parenting skills. Sessions are two hours, once a week, via zoom and are offered in both English & Spanish. Series is intended to provide tools to promote healthy family relationships through empowering and supporting parents.

TUESDAYS, 6:00PM - 8:00PM

PEC DATES and Info Flyer Eng

PEC DATES and Info Flyer Span

VPHS Wrestling will begin their Kids Wrestling Club on March 5th.

WHEN: Practice times are 4-6pm on Tuesdays / Thursdays

WHO: 4th - 8th grade students.

WHERE: VP Wrestling Room

PRICE: $80/month

Instagram: @vpwrestling

Interested in Pop Warner Youth Football? View Flyer for more information:

Orange Chiefs Parent Letter

OUSD provided classes for parents and families. Check out the individual flyers for details:

Farmers Market Flyer

Please view the Bell Schedule page on our Cerro Villa webpage for all published bell schedules.

2023-2024 Bell Schedules

*Every Wednesday is an Early Release Day

Cerro Villa Webpage

2023-2024 Student Calendar - OUSD

Cerro Villa Calendar & Events - Cerro Villa

*Every Wednesday is an Early Release Day

Positive Information on Student Attendance:

10 facts about Student Attendance!

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Email: CerroVillaPrincipal@orangeusd.org
Website: https://www.cerrovilla.org/
Location: 17852 Serrano Avenue, Villa Park, CA 92861, USA
Phone: 714.997.6251
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CerroVillaOUSD