Thor's Report
Orange Nation-
In April our Juniors and Seniors will rise to the occasion and represent the academic excellence of Valhalla High School through our annual CAASPP (Juniors only) and CAST (Juniors & Seniors) tests. All appropriate grade level students participate in testing even if they are not currently enrolled in a Math, English or Science course.
We know our students will show their best critical thinking and analytical skills on the Math, English and Science tests. Test results impact our overall statewide report card. Success on this test can prepare students for a post-secondary future with placement in the appropriate college courses. The computer based test will be held during a CAASPP bell schedule. The test has unlimited time and several technology tools embedded to help implement test taking strategies. English teachers will be sharing more information as we prepare for testing.
Please save the dates of April 19th, 21st, 25th, and 27th for our Junior Math/English CAASPP testing. All Juniors and Seniors will take the CAST Science Test on April 29th. Our bell schedule is posted on our website. Students not testing will attend a late start period 1 as indicated on the schedule.
We are very proud of our students and the academic achievements they have made through COVID and their high school experience. We know they will make us proud and represent the Orange Nation with pride! If you have any questions about testing please contact Assistant Principal, Mr. Amir Mohammadi at amohammadi@guhsd.net.
I wish you success on your upcoming test!
Brianne Froumis
Principal
Valhalla High School
What's Happening! Save the Dates
Friday March 11th- Vocal Music Concert
Friday March 18th - Extended Lunch (Bell Schedule TBD)
Minimum Day March 23rd- See bell schedule posted online
Spring Break- April 4th - April 15th
Junior CAASPP Testing- Math & English April 19th, 21st, 25th, and 27th
Junior and Senior CAST (Science) Testing- April 29th
Congratulations, Inaam Ottersbach - Gold Star Volunteer
Inaam is a Gold star volunteer in the Valhalla Community. She has gone above and beyond as the PTO president. She is deeply rooted in the community as a parent and Valhalla Alumni. She does anything and everything with no expectation of anything in return. She supports Admin, teachers, and anyone else on campus so that students have all opportunities that are available. Under her leadership new initiatives have developed. PTO created a members giving campaign, encouraging an increase in membership with a free gift for annual donations. This creative marketing strategy helped reignite giving after a challenging COVID time. Inaam also used merchandise sales to help increase PTO Funding. Success in fundraising returns directly to the Valhalla community and students. PTO offered teachers $1000 in teacher grants. These grants have supported our Special Education, Art, Music and Maker Space programs. Additionally, Inaam's leadership empowers the PTO team of volunteers to serve the community by supporting counseling initiatives, NorseCrew activities, staff appreciation lunches, Grad Night, and Baccalaureate. Inaam gives 120% in all that she does and makes it look effortless. Inaam feels a great source of duty to Valhalla and is an advocate for parents. She really cares about our school, students, and community. Her leadership helps build a strong community for our school.
Congratulations, Colleen Dixon- Staff of the Month
Colleen was selected Staff of the Month through a vote of our students and families. We love sharing what was said about her:
- amazing nurse, really cares about the kids
- kind, caring and handling the Covid virus at ease
- pleasant, very helpful, loves our kids
- unsung hero, guiding and helping all students' health needs, especially during Covid
- helpful and good nurse, caring and always there to listen
- best nurse ever, caring, considerate, always goes the extra mile for students.
Thank you PTO for organizing this great recognition program for the amazing staff and teachers at Valhalla High School!
2022/23 Course Selection Information
Blessed with a Dress Event
Prom season is coming fast and everyone knows how expensive formal events are! To help make sure that no young ladies are sitting at home without a dress, Foothills Church is hosting “Blessed With A Dress.” This event is an opportunity to obtain high-quality, fashionable formal wear for school dances and any other special occasions, for free!
We want to make sure ALL San Diego young ladies who might need a helping hand getting a formal dress for any occasion KNOWS about our March 9th event!
We request you RSVP if possible to Elizabethchurch@foothillschurch.org or give us a call at 619-442-7728
Young ladies of all AGES
You Are Invited to Foothills Christian Church’s
Blessed With A Dress EVENT!
WHEN: SATURDAY March9, 2019
9 A.M. TO 2 P.M.
WHERE: Foothills Christian Church
365 West Bradley Ave
EL CAJON, CA 92020
Please RSVP with YOUR NAME & SCHOOL TO: Elizabethchurch@foothillschurch.org or give us a call at 619-442-7728. OR JUST SHOW UP THE DAY OFF.
CIF East County Section- Winter Athlete of the Year!
Athlete of the Month!
Spring See's Candy Fundraiser
Please consider supporting our PTO with a spring candy fundraiser!