The Pizitz Post
for Students, Parents & Families - May 8, 2023
1Rebel1Future
At Pizitz, specifically, we would have the opporutnity to hire additional personnel for the purpose of instructional support. We would have the opportunity to address personnel needs in the area of mental health and counseling support. We would also have the opporutnity to address some of our facility needs.
If you have questions about the vote, please take time to review the information on the 1Rebel1Futre website here. You are also welcome to reach out to an administrator or board of education member to address specific questions or concerns.
Registration for 2023-2024
Registration for the 2023-24 school year is open for all returning students and must be completed by Monday, May 15, 2023. We are using the PowerSchool online registration system as we did last year. School fees are not due at this time. You should have received an email with your child’s Snapcode and a link to access the registration portal. You will need the Snapcode in order to complete registration.
A video tutorial of the registration portal is available on our Registration Overview website at www.vhcs.us/registration.
Looking Ahead
Although this list is not exhaustive, we want to try and keep you up-to-date on schoolwide events that may impact your schedule. We are looking forward to finishing the year strong with our students. Here are a few dates to note:
- May 8-9: iReady End-of-Year assessments (altered schedule)
- May 10: Art Show at 5:30 p.m.
- May 12: Beginning Band Trip; 8th Grade Egg Drop
- May 15: Next Steps 5th Grade Student Visit; Next Steps 5th Grade Parent Meeting; Spring Choir Concert
- May 16: Spring Band Concert
- May 18-19: 8th Grade Exams
- May 19: 8th Grade Banquet & Party
Highlighting French Students
We recently received results from a National French Contest with over 11,500 level one participants. Pizitz was representated very well. Here are a few student highlights to note:
- Hannah LeNoir scored the first ever perfect result on the test for Pizitz and ranked 1st in the nation! Hannah was one of only 44 students to attain a perfect score.
- The following students earned gold (95th percentile or bettter): Well Bringman, Willow Harrison, Abigail Wang, Grace Ding, and Charles Graveline.
- These students earned silver (85th percentile or better): Adiba Ziauddin, Adam McCuiston, Joseph Zabriskie, Ryan Patterson, Hoke Lindsey, Harrison Bridges, and Oliver Wilson.
- These students earend bronze (75th percentile or better): Chloe Speer, Noah Wade, Jack Farmer, Phillip Norris, and Joseph Johnson.
PJs for Parker on Tuesday, May 9!
Recently, a group of seventh grade students asked for an opporutnity to serve a peer and former Pizitz student. Their friend, Parker, has been diagnosed with CRPS. He begins a new treatment for this syndrome on Tuesday, May 9. Our students were eager to develop a plan to raise awareness and support his family during this time. With permission from his family, they have created two opportunities for students to support Parker.
1. You can order a t-shirt through the form here. Please note, this is a student form which means that a student would need to access through his/her school email.
2. You can participate by wearing PJs for Parker with a donation of $5 on Tuesday, May 9 (the first day of his treatment).
Pirates’ Day 2023!
Pirates’ Day is our annual field day to celebrate being a Pirate! Pirates’ Day is on Wednesday, May 24 all day long!! Don’t miss this EPIC day full of games, rides, tournaments, talent, and food galore!
PIRATES' DAY WRISTBANDS will be ordered May 15-19 during your lunch period for $25 (cash or check payable to Pizitz with your phone number on the check). Wristbands will be delivered to students on Pirates’ Day at 8:00 a.m. in class. Anyone needing financial assistance to pay for Pirates’ Day - please contact your Guidance Counselor. Your wristband includes one pull tab for 1 lunch & unlimited rides! Wristbands will also be sold on Pirates’ Day for $25 (no food truck option with day-of sales, but you may get any Lunch Combo).
LUNCH OPTIONS WITH YOUR WRISTBAND:
Food Truck Orders will be placed when you pre-purchase your wristband from May 15-19: 1. Lunch Combo (Choose 1 with wristband): Dominos Pizza + Potato wedges + Drink Chicken Fingers + Potato wedges + Drink Cheese Sticks + Potato wedges + Drink 2. OR Two Men and a Pig Food Truck (Choose 1 with wristband): BBQ Nachos + Drink Brisket + Chips + Drink BBQ Sandwich + Chips + Drinks You can also get a regular box lunch on your account (you pay). FOOD & DRINK (*unlimited with wristband): *Candy Guess *Cotton Candy *Coke (Football Field) *Coke (Lunchroom) *Water Station *Sno Cones
PIRATES' DAY ACTIVITIES include: Badminton, Ballistic Swings, Basketball 3 on 3 Pick up games, Beach Volleyball, Bean Bag Toss, Bingo, Blongo Ball, Cake Walk, Corn Hole, Double High Striker, Karaoke, Kart Racing, Leaps N Bounds, Pedestal Joust, Pente, Ping Pong, Pirates of the Caribbean MoonWalk, Putt Putt, Reckless, Rock N Roll, Spike Ball, Sports Zone 3-n-1, Talent Show, Tattoos, Tic Tac Throw, Ultimate Frisbee, Whiffle Ball, Whirly Bird, Wrecking Ball
Sign up early for pre-paid Whiffle Ball with Coach McKenzie in Boys PE. This is an extra cost apart from your wristband.
2023-2024 Swim & Dive
The VHHS Swim and Dive team is preparing for the upcoming fall season. If you are a year round swimmer or on a summer swim team, you can also join the school team.
Calling all students with a cheer/gymnastics background or if you like taking risk and trying something new. The dive team is looking for you and we embrace multi-sport athletes!
If you are interested in joining the swim and dive team, please meet Coach Aaron 8th period this Thursday, May 11. Also, please update your Dragonfly account and join the Google Classroom (nllz6mx). If you have questions contact Coach Aaron, aaronco@vhcs.us
2023-2024 Pizitz Bowling Team
Rising 7th and 8th Graders: Now is the time to be a part of a winning tradition! Tryout for the Bowling team! Join the Google Classroom- rs5emjs. Follow the instructions found there.
Tryouts are May 17 and 18 at Vestavia Bowl starting at 3:15.
See Coach Maiola - room C106 or Coach Knickrehm C117 for more information
The 8th Grade Banquet
Pictures for the slideshow can be submitted in the Google Classroom (the code can be found in the Student Banquet Letter on the SGA website) through Friday, May 12. Information about the event and attire can be found in the Banquet Parent Letter on the SGA website.
If you have any questions not addressed in the letters, please contact Mrs. Button Smith (smithel@vhcs.us).
YEARBOOKS!!!
It is almost yearbook time. Did you forget to place an order in the fall? If so, it's your lucky day because we have a limited number of extras available for sale now. These extra books can be purchased for $60. You can bring cash or check -made payable to Pizitz- to Mrs. Wade in room A101. Pay now so you can have your book delivered to you on yearbook day. Any questions? Email Mrs. Wade at wadelb@vhcs.us.
Pizitz Library
Attention Students: ALL books are due no later than Thursday, May 11.
Attention Parents: 8th Grade Egg Drop
The 8th Grade science classes will host the annual Egg Drop on Friday, May 12, 2023. Feel free to come by during your child's class period to watch their egg drop device plunge down the drop of doom!
We will be located outside on the left side of the school building in the 7th grade "Mural Building." Just park in the front parking lot and then walk over to the football stadium. You'll see us when you get there!
Below are the estimated times for each class period to help you make your plans.
1st Period: 8:15 - 8:45
2nd Period: 9:15 - 9:45
4th Period: 11 - 11:30
5th Period: 12 - 12:30
6th Period: 12:55 - 1:25
7th Period: 1:45 - 2:15
We hope that you will join us and be a part of the fun!
8th Grade Science Teachers
Friday Concessions
Dance Team will sell concessions during 8th period on Friday, May 12. All snack items and candy are $1.00. Waters and Gatorades are also $1.00. Soft drinks such as Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper and Mountain Dew are $2 each. Thank you in advance for supporting the Pizitz Treasures Dance Team.
Attention 8th Grade Boys: VHHS Golf
VHHS boys' golf will hold tryouts on May 24 and 25, 2023 at Old Overton. The tee times will start at 2:00. Interested students need to join the 2024 golf Google classroom...The code is lyxv6iz!
Attention 8th Grade Girls: VHHS Golf
For females interested in golf at the high school, for the 23-24 school year.
- Make sure you have a DragonFly Max account (linked to VHHS) and it is complete, including current physical.
- Join Google Classroom: https://classroom.google.com/c/MTk2MTkxMzIw?cjc=mtqqbsi
Tuesday, May 16
Attention 8th Graders: SGA and Youth Leadership Opportunities
If you would like to be a part of the SGA/Youth Leadership Council at the Freshman Campus next year, please join this google classroom. The code is b6imjke
Teacher recommendation, introduction letter and an interview are required. The recommendation and introduction letter must be completed by Friday, May 19. Interviews will take place in August before school starts.
Please contact Stacy Pugh with questions (pughsl@vhcs.us).
Attention 8th Grade Girls: VHHS Bowling
For females interested in bowling at the high school, for the 23-24 school year.
- Make sure you have a DragonFly Max account (linked to VHHS) and it is complete, including current physical.
- Join Google Classroom: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTEwNzczOTc3MjEx?cjc=eadsnfj
3:00pm-5:00pm
Tuesday, May 23
Wednesday, May 24
Thursday, May 25
VHHS Band Fundraiser: Summer Survival Kit
The VH Summer Survival Kit is a great gift for students (and adults) of all ages. Get yours while supplies last! Ends May 15. Proceeds benefit the VHHS Band. Pickup at Main Campus Lobby on Thursday and Friday, May 18 and 19.
Purchase through the link here.
Donate Gently Used Shoes
Spring cleanout! Have gently used shoes you want to get rid of or need to donate? Help the VHHS Band/Choir today. Clean out your closet and donate your gently used shoes. Your donation helps small business owners in developing countries while benefiting your favorite Marching Band and Choir at the same time. Get friends, neighbors, and church family involved so we can reach our goal of 2500 pairs! Check out our host site for more info on how it works https://funds2orgs.com, and let’s flood them with shoes!
If you would like to learn more about the fundraiser check out funds2orgs.com. Drop your gently used shoes off at one of the following drop off points today: VHHS, VH Freshman Campus, and Little Soles (Cahaba Heights).