Spartan Weekly Update Jan. 8-12
See What's Happening This Week
STUDENTS WITH SCHEDULE CHANGES - REPORT TO THE COUNSELING OFFICE STARTING 7:30AM
Mon. Jan. 8
Regular Monday Schedule
Tues. Jan. 9
Block Schedule - ODD
Wed. Jan. 10
Block Schedule - EVEN
Thurs. Jan. 11
Block Schedule - ODD
Fri. Jan. 12
Block Schedule - EVEN
VPHS SPARTACON Showcase Coming Jan. 31st
Calling all current Spartans and future Spartans:
Come to our campus on Wednesday, January 31st from 5pm to 7pm and check out our awesome academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs! From AP & Honors, to excellent sports teams, to Visual & Performing Arts - there's something for everyone at Villa Park High School. Mark your calendars - More information to come. Go Sparta!
From the Spartan Wellspace - Goal Setting
Happy winter break Spartans!
As we go into the New Year, I want to encourage you to set a new year’s resolution. My hope is that you create a goal that is important and it’s one that you are dedicated to working towards. To set the goal I encourage you to use the SMART Goal format. Below I have attached a worksheet for you to do so. When you have the chance, please take some time to set the goal and take it seriously. Remember it should be obtainable and important. I hope that you share your goals with me and please let me know if there’s anything I can do to help you reach them!
Best Wishes,
Ms. Frankie
Malia Holmes-Physiology Teacher & Head Athletic Trainer
Written by Mari Mendoza
Malia Holmes, the Marine Biology and Physiology teacher at VP, wears multiple hats as the Head Athletic Trainer, infusing her diverse background into both fields. A graduate of Hawaii School for Girls, Mrs. Holmes’s high school years were marked by active participation in volleyball, basketball, gymnastics, and choir. She pursued her education at Oregon State University and California State University, Fullerton, majoring in Kinesiology with an emphasis in athletic training, followed by a master's degree in Coaching and Exercise Science from Concordia University. During her college years, Mrs. Holmes served as a student athletic trainer for four years, gaining experience with various sports. Before joining VP in 1991, she worked as a physical therapy aide. Her tenure at Villa Park commenced as the athletic trainer, a role she seamlessly combined with teaching Marine Biology and Physiology. Mrs. Holmes cherishes numerous memorable moments at VP, including CIF victories in basketball, football, and water polo, as well as the pride of seeing the baseball team reach the CIF finals at Dodger Stadium. A testament to her commitment, Mrs. Holmes favorite memories also include being thrown into the pool during the water polo CIF win and the honor of calling names at graduation. Beyond her professional achievements, Mrs. Holmes is known for her remarkable running streak, having run every day for over a year, along with completing two half marathons.
Lauren Bartelli-Academic Counselor
Written by Alexander Tran
Graduating from Esperanza High School in 2010, Mrs. Bartelli’s newfound passion to become a high school counselor became clear. While attending Esperanza High School, Mrs. Bartelli was especially active on campus, serving on her school’s Associated Student Body, song team, and also as a counseling office assistant. Following graduation, Mrs. Bartelli attended the University of Mississippi, where she majored in Business Marketing and minored in Public Relations. At “Ole Miss”, Mrs. Bartelli was active within the Phi Mu sorority, serving as the Director of Harm and Risk Prevention and Chair of the Social Committee. Joining the Spartan family in 2021, Mrs. Bartelli’s official title at Villa Park High School is “counselor for last names A-DE”. Prior to her tenure here, Mrs. Bartelli previously worked at Learn 4 Life charter school and sales at Staples corporate office. Mrs. Bartelli’s favorite aspects of working at Villa Park High School is helping students succeed, and giving them insight as to how to achieve it. Some fun factions about Mrs. Bartelli includes her dual citizenship here in the United States and Italy; and not to mention, her side balloon business.
VPHS Cheer Updates
We are thrilled to share the exciting news that our very own Villa Park Cheerleading squad emerged victorious and earned a bid to Nationals at their recent USA Regional Cheer Competition! The entire squad, led by Coach Jaymison Medina and McKenna Reutershan, poured their hearts into months of rigorous training, perfecting their routines to achieve the highest level of precision and flair.
As we celebrate this well-deserved win, let us continue to support and cheer for our remarkable athletes at their upcoming competitions:
- USA Southern California Regional V @ Agoura High School (1/13)
- CIF-SS Finals @ Martin Luther King High School (1/20)
- CIF - Southern Regionals (1/27)
Go Spartans!
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 Rugby (NEW)
- VPHS Boys Soccer
- VPHS Girls Soccer
- 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) Account TBA
- VPHS Track & Field (Spring)
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day - NO SCHOOL 1/15
- Winter Formal 1/20
- VPHS SPARTACON Showcase 1/31
