Thor's Report
Sunday August 6th
Hello Orange Nation,
Below we've included some important information to help you get back into the school routine. There is information on drop off/pick up procedures, attendance logistics, parking permits and other helpful procedures to help you navigate our Valhalla Systems.
On Thursday our district welcomed professional author, speaker and educator George Couros. He reminded all GUHSD teaching staff of the importance of building relationships and encouraging students to embrace their unique talents and abilities. I hope you're students feel our excitement and are embraced by Orange Nation spirit during the first week of school- and beyond. Please know our doors are always open to serving your family. We can't wait to see you!
Have a great Valhalla week!
Brianne Froumis
Principal, Valhalla High School
Custom VHS First Day of School Signs
Student Drop-off and Pick-up
- Staff Lot/Bus Circle - No student drop off. Reserved for Staff and approved Special Education students.
- East Lot/Student Lot- Drop-off and Pick-up areas
- Student Lot- Driving students may park in the lot without a permit until mid-August.
- Entrance - #1- Attendance Office & #2- Student Lot Stop sign. -- Please have masks visible.
- Waiting Area- Students needed a spot to wait for class or pick up can enjoy our Science Plaza.
- KEEP TRAFFIC MOVING INTO CAMPUS. We do not allow drop offs on the access road, near the east lawn. Dropping off in this location creates a traffic back up at our entry and disrupts other families.
Attendance Phone Number - (619) 593-5333
Attendance Procedures
- Please clear absences within 48 hours - note at attendance or phone call.
- Appointments - please call, bring note or walk up for student release. Please note when walking up there may be a delay in picking up students from class.
- Auto Dialer is Back! If your child is absent for one or more periods, without being verified, your family will receive an automated evening message.
Student Parking Permits
- Attend Start Smart Class - Link on website (Parent Page) or click here. Our first class will be August 19th. You only need to attend start smart one time during your High School experience.
- Complete Parking Permit Form- Link on website (Student Page) or click here. Please print a copy of the print the email confirmation and bring it with copies of your Driver's License, Proof of Insurance and Vehicle Registration to a Campus Supervisor or attendance office. Permits are issued before school or after school.
- PARKING GRACE PERIOD- We will be offering a parking permit grace period until Monday August 23rd.
Chromebooks & Textbooks
- Please come to school with your Chromebook charged and ready for learning. We will no longer be providing day loaners to students who forgot their Chromebook at home.
- If you have a broken or damaged Chromebook please see the library or repair and loaner services.
- DEADLINE TO PRUCHASE INSURANCE- Oct 1st. Please see our webstore to purchase.
- 9th grade students - May pick up chromebook Monday 8/9 after NorseCREW orientation.
- 9th grade Textbooks - Will be picked up during English classes the first week of school.
- 10th-12th grade Textbooks - Please pick up before/after school by Thursday August 12th
- Any student not having materials by end of day Thursday AUGUST 12th will meet with their alpha AP to discuss concerns. Each day without materials is one step behind in classes.
- Wi-Fi will not work on personal devices (including phones). Students must use our issued Chromebooks for Wi-Fi access.
- Please check out our Library Page and Links below for support on any of our tech applications or devices.
Remember to pack your face covering!
Please support our PTO - click below!
Welcome Back from our counseling department!
Valhalla students, this weekend is your LAST CHANCE to submit schedule change requests. If you were not able to attend Solution Days, please fill out the Schedule Change Google Form. Please note: Schedule changes are NOT GUARANTEED, but we will do our best. Sunday, August 8th at midnight is the LAST DAY students can submit schedule change requests, so counselors can finish schedules on Monday. We will not be making schedule changes after school starts unless absolutely necessary. Thank you for your understanding!
- If you no longer plan to attend Valhalla, please contact our GIS staff to disenroll.
We are thrilled to be returning back to a traditional school year! We will continue to keep student safety as our top focus. Please consider the following COVID protocols as we return to learn! We will keep you posted as we receive more guidance from our district.
- Students self screen prior to coming to campus. If you have symptoms, please stay home and contact our attendance office to excuse your absence (619) 593-5333 - available to leave a message 24/7!
- If you test positive for COVID please contact our Administration and School Nurse
- All students, staff and visitors are required to wear a face covering indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Please bring your own face covering to school. We will have masks available for any student who needs one. Campus Supervision and Admin will be greeting students and checking for masks as students arrive.
- If you have questions please contact the Assistant Principals Office. Thank you!