The Pizitz Post
for Students, Parents & Families - August 29, 2022
School Spirit!
Please note, we are not able to check students out during the pep rally. If there is a reason to check your child out that afternoon, please do so before the pep rally begins that afternoon at 2:00. Here is the alternate schedule for Thursday.
October Adjustment
In October, our students have October 7, 10, and 11 off of school. We had originally planned for October 7 to be our parent-teacher conference date. However, due to changes in our professional learning schedule (with our outside speakers), we will need to make an adjustment. Instead, we will provide opportunities for a parent-teacher conference on Tuesday, October 11. Of course, our teachers will be flexible to schedule these virtually or at a later time if a parent-teacher conference is requested for your child and you are unable to meet on that date. Thank you for understanding.
iReady Testing
We utilize iReady as a diagnostic assessment for students in the areas of reading and math. This gives us a baseline for their growth- based on our state standards- throughout the year. In our district, we provide iReady testing for students in grades K-8. We will have alternate schedules for iReady testing this week on Tuesday and Wednesday. Students will report to his/her homeroom first on those dates. Here is the alternate schedule for Tuesday and Wednesday.
We will have each grade-level eating lunch together this week. Please do not plan on coming to eat during lunch this week.
Health Room Updates
Our student flu clinic will be held the first week of October. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity for your child, check out the link here. If you would like to register your child for the clinic, please complete the form here. In addition, you would need to provide a front and back copy of your insurance card for Nurse Nancy. All forms and copies can be turned into Nurse Nancy or the front office by September 16. You are also welcome to email a your copies to Nurse Nancy.
As a reminder, students are not able to drop off medications with the nurse. If it is a prescription medication, a current prescription label is required. Call or email Nurse Nancy with questions (hennekern@vhcs.us).
More News from Yearbook
Are you applying for the yearbook staff? Remember to turn in your application by Friday, September 2 to Mrs. Wade in room A101. You can get get an application from your English teacher. Would you like to purchase an ad in the 2023 Pirivia yearbook? Personal or business ads can be submitted to Mrs. Wade. Here is the link to our ad contract. Contact Mrs. Wade by email if you have any questions about purchasing an ad (wadelb@vhcs.us). Picture Day is coming soon. Every student will be photographed for the yearbook. All students will take pictures during their PE classes on Thursday, September 8.
Pizitz Bowling
Coming Soon to a Lane near YOU! Its time for Pizitz Pirates' Bowling! Be a part of a winning tradition! Open to all 7th and 8th Graders. Sign ups begin today through September 9. The bowling season runs from October to December.
Join the Google classroom (code: prralvg). For more information contact Coach Maiola or Coach Knickrehm.
Interested in Joining the First Priority Leadership Team?
First Priority is a student-lead club that is starting back at Pizitz. This is a Christian organization that meets before school. The club is looking for students interested in filling leadership positions. If you are interested in hearing more about what this role entails, we will have an informational meeting this Thursday, September 1 at 7:25 AM. We will meet in Mr. Sutter's room, A102. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Sutter or Mrs. Windle.
Cross Country
Your Cross Country team is competing in the "Trussville Two Mile Race" this Thursday, Sept. 1 at Hewitt-Trussville Stadium beginning at 5:30. Go Pirates!
Interest Clinic for VHHS Color Guard, Danceline, and Majorettes
The band auxiliary at VHHS is so excited to announce an informal interest clinic for middle school girls. This is an opportunity for ANYONE interested in learning more about the VHHS color guard, danceline (Rockettes) and majorettes. Use this link to find out more information about this informational clinic. Here is the link to register.
Pizitz Volleyball
Love watching volleyball? Want a box of candy? Come out and support the 7th and 8th grade volleyball teams on Wednesday!! The first 20 students into EACH game will get a FREE box of candy!! Games at 5:00 and 7:00. 7th grade in UPPER gym and 8th grade in LOWER gym. $5 admission - tickets on GoFan.
Partners in Education (PIE)
Our PIE program, in conjunction with PTO, has been a wonderful opportunity to engage individuals and businesses in our community in what is happening here at Pizitz. We are grateful for the many community partners who help to support the work of our school. If you or your business is interested in supporting Pizitz, feel to reach out to our PTO chairperson, Caroline Neely. She can be reached via email at cneely76@hotmail.com.
Applications are due by October 15, and more information can be found on the PTO website here. Thank you, in advance, for your support!
Pizitz Digital Media Class
Calling all students interested in creative writing, journalism, graphic design, or broadcast!
See Mrs. Wiggins for an application for the Pizitz Digital Media Class. This class meets 8th period and produces Pirate Vision, a student-driven news broadcast; Pirate Pages, the Pizitz newsletter; and The Cutlass, our own literary magazine.
Click here for an example of last year's Pirate Vision and here for an application. Applications are due September 6.
Off-Season Track and Field
Attention 7th and 8th Graders! Do you like running? Do you like jumping? Do you like throwing? Do you like team camaraderie? Do you like winning? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then the Pizitz Track and Field Off-Season is for you!
The Track and Field Off-Season Program is open to any 7th or 8th grader who is not currently participating in a fall sport. We will condition/work-out Monday-Thursday from 8th period until 4:00. On Fridays, we will work out during 8th period only. If you are interested in participating in the Track and Field Off-Season program, please join the Track and Field Off-Season Google Classroom for additional information.
The class code is SVEDZ7G. All paperwork must be completed in DragonFly in order to participate. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Wilder at wilderca@vhcs.us.
Mark Your Calendars for Softball Tryouts
7th & 8th grade students: Pizitz Softball Team Tryouts will be held on October 5 at the VHHS softball field from 4:30-6:00pm. You will need to bring cleats, a glove, and bat (if you have one). Join the Google Classroom for more information. Code: pftomi3
Coach Robinson's email is RobinsonB@vhcs.us . Feel free to reach out to her with questions.
Rebels Helping Rebels
Rebels Helping Rebels is a grace fund used to financially support students in need. The fund assists in paying school-related fees and activities. The goal of the program is to ensure that cost is not a
reason a student would not participate in a school activity or have the supplies needed.
If you would like to learn more about getting support or how to donate, check out the flyer here.