The Puma PawPrint
The Official Perry High School Newsletter-Week of 12/5
Welcome to the Puma PawPrint! This weekly newsletter will share all of the exciting things happening on our campus, upcoming events, and things you, as our community, may want to know. Watch for our weekly updates on the first day of each school week!
Important Message About Semester Finals
Attention Students!
Semester Finals Are Online!
Information on the one-to-one initiative and a parent FAQ can be found under this newsletter's "We Are a One-To-One School!" section below.
Happening This Week
Freshman Parents
The Perry Counseling department will host an information session for 9th-grade parents in the auditorium on Tuesday, December 6th at 6pm.
Students and parents are invited to attend. Learn more about high school credits, graduation, college preparation, AP classes, Dual Enrollment, ACT testing, scheduling, Career Center, and more.
We look forward to seeing you!
Perry's Counseling Department
A Night At the Grammys
Save The Date
National Honor Society
ATTENTION Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors - if you have a 3.8 cumulative grade point average- you will receive a letter in your English class this week inviting you to apply for membership into the Perry Chapter of the National Honor Society. Applications will be due on January 17th, 2023. Watch for the letter this week!
Follow this link on the PHS website to begin your application https://www.cusd80.com/Page/53114
National Honors Society (NHS) / Future Members - Chandler Unified School District NHS membership is by invitation. In the Spring, all sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have a 3.8 GPA have been invited to apply for NHS 2022-2023.
Please contact pino.cynthia@cusd80.com if you have any questions.
PSAT Scores
PSAT scores will be released this week. Parents, if you would like help in understanding this report - access this link:
AP Test Payments
Late Fees and Deadline to Pay for AP Exams - $40.00 per exam in addition to the $100.00. Feb. 1st last day to order late
Semester classes deadline to pay for AP Exams - Feb 1st
Unused/canceled exam fees:
If a student decides (after the November ordering and payment deadline) NOT to take an exam that has been ordered - the charge of $40.00 per exam will be issued instead of the full exam fee. This $40.00 applies to any unused or canceled exam, including an exam ordered for a student who qualifies for a College Board fee reduction. Please let Cindy Pino pino.cynthia@cusd80.com if you (the student) decide NOT to take an exam after the deadline.
Here's how to pay:
Log into Infinite Campus Parent Portal
Select the "More" tab
InTouch Fee payments
Select Student
Under the SHOP category, select “Items at student’s school.”
Select the tab for “Testing & Test Prep.”
Select “AP EXAM”
Select the test you wish your student to take
Once you select a test, manually enter $100.00 as the amount
If needed, select another exam and enter the $100.00
At CHECKOUT, you will pay the total amount indicated
Yearbook!
Parents! Now is the perfect time to order a yearbook! They make excellent holiday gifts. Student Recognition Ads are also on sale today! Leave your mark on this year's book.
https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks
From The Counseling Office
notMYkid -Parent Support Group
notMYkid hosts a virtual parent support group at noon every Wednesday.
Here are the details:
You can come to this Zoom call and find yourself in a state of RELIEF because you’re not alone. You can keep your camera off and not even say a word.
Many parents feel alone and isolated, scared to open up to their friends and family to share what is REALLY happening with their family.
This hour on Zoom provides a safe environment for you to listen and/or share what you’re working through inside your home.
We hope to see you there! You can share this email with anyone who you know is struggling too! All are welcome.
Here’s the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsce-oqD8uHNChSSCT28ROyrYIJ1GOvS63
Career Center Corner
Welcome to the Career Center
Here are some helpful tips for the start of the school year!
All grades:
Join the Career Center Classroom! This will be your greatest resource to stay up to date on new scholarships, admission deadlines, job opportunities, etc. This is the code for the 2022-2023 school year: ovxpd3z
Please follow Ms. Kim on Remind @ cccf2023, cccf2024, cccf2025, cccf2026 (Opt in to Student’s Graduating Year)
Admin Contact Information
Graduation- Class of 2023
Important Information and Links
Perry's Campus is Closed
Driving Near Campus- Reminder
As school resumes for the year, be courteous of other drivers and our campus neighbors.
-It is against the law to drive through the Enclave/Senior Center parking lot as a shortcut to avoid traffic congestion.
-The Legends Ridge Community is private property; please do not park within without permission, and do not block their access gates.
-Driving along 156th street, there have been complaints about speeding vehicles. 156th street along the dirt portion is technically private property, so we do not want to lose access to this section of road and be forced to find an alternate route.
If you are caught, you may receive a ticket from the police, or if you are a student driver, may lose your parking spot on campus.
Please help us continue to be great neighbors!
Ride a Bus at Perry?
Infinite Campus
The Infinite Campus Portal allows students and parents to log in and access grades, class attendance, assignment information, and teacher-related messages. The portal is designed to increase communication with teachers, allow you to check progress, see what's due and when, and be more successful in school. Please click on the appropriate link below:
- How to create your CUSD Infinite Campus Parent Portal Account
- Log-in for Parent and Student Portal
- How to set up the Parent-Student Mobile App
- When logging into Infinite Campus, please click on the following link or contact your school for troubleshooting problems.
We Are a One-to-One School!
The Pumas Have Chromebooks!
In 2022-2023, Chandler Unified School District is launching a 1:1 learning initiative. We are excited about the innovative personalized learning opportunities that we can offer to all students when we provide them with a reliable technology device.
To help parents and students learn more about this initiative, we have created our 1:1 Student Guide website, which you can find at https://1to1.gse.cusd80.com. There is a lot of information on this website, but we feel it is important to the success of this initiative to clearly communicate all of it to our parents and students. We encourage all of you to review this information with your child(ren) so you have a clear understanding of device expectations, maintenance, etc.
Devices were distributed at Perry High School on August 11th and 12th. Before students can get their device, their parent must sign a device agreement form. This form can be completed electronically by visiting the Infinite Campus parent portal, and directions on how to do this can be found at https://1to1.gse.cusd80.com/cusd-11-device-agreement. Additional information on device distribution will be sent out at a later date.
If your student did not receive a device but you believe they should have, please contact Mrs. De La Torre at delatorre.jennifer@cusd80.com.
Parent 1:1 FAQ
Having Issues With Your Device?
Advanced Placement at Perry High
JOSTENS- Information for Juniors
Juniors - it's your time! Time for you to create your forever symbol and a reminder of Perry High and you - who you are at this time in your life. Your class ring is something you will keep forever! Check out the videos and our website.
Jostens has redefined the class ring tradition for a new generation--your generation. Today, your Jostens Class ring is what you make of it, literally. You are in the driver's seat; it's yours to create.
Of course, you can always jump over to www.jostens.com to see even more and create your unique statement.
Packets with ordering information are available in the front office.
Many have been asking about letterman jackets. You will find these order forms inside the packet provided.
For more information:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1618171/Perry-High-School/
Questions? Call 1-800-Jostens(1-800-567-8367)
Tax Credit
Free Tutoring for CUSD Students
Chandler Unified School District is pleased to partner with NetTutor to offer free online, on demand 24/7 tutoring.
NetTutor offers K-12 CUSD students live tutoring on-demand, question drop-off, and writing feedback. Tutors are subject matter experts trained in how to translate tutoring best practices and learning strategies to support students online.
FOR ACCESS TO FREE ONLINE TUTORING:
• Click here to access Clever
• Log into your student’s GSE account
• Click on the NetTutor Icon (you may have to scroll down)
• Click “I Agree” after reading the terms and conditions to continue (first time only)
• Click on the course or subject area in which you need a tutor and follow the prompts
Perry Has A Lot to Offer
Come Check Us Out!
There is something for everyone at Perry!
Virtual Freshman Preview 21-22
Find Your Connection and Passion at Perry High School
Perry High School
Email: delatorre.jennifer@cusd80.com
Website: https://www.cusd80.com/phs
Location: Perry High School, East Queen Creek Road, Gilbert, AZ, USA
Phone: 480-224-2800
Twitter: @PerryPumas07