Middle School Dance Permission Form Due – May 17

Attention Middle Schoolers, our last Middle School dance of the year is coming up. 6th and 7th graders are invited to the Vista Verde 8th Grade Dance on May 31, 6:15pm – 8:15pm at the MPR. Permission slips were given out on during advisement. The forms are due back by May 17 at the school front office or to the student’s advisor.

Questions? Email nancyh.le@gmail.com

Earth Science Day – April 29 – Monday

For Vista Verde students, families, teachers and staff, come join us on April 29, Monday at the 5th Grade Wing, 4pm – 7pm.

You can meet Earth scientists from UCI and explore the interactive displays of the Earth’s oceans, land, ice, weather & climate!

Please click here for flyer.

Middle School Dance Permission Form Due – May 17

Attention Middle Schoolers, our last Middle School dance of the year is coming up. 6th and 7th graders are invited to the Vista Verde 8th Grade Dance on May 31, 6:15pm – 8:15pm at the MPR. Permission slips were given out on during advisement. The forms are due back by May 17 at the school front office or to the student’s advisor.

Questions? Email nancyh.le@gmail.com

VV Counselor’s Corner – 20 Ways to Talk So Your Kids Will Listen

Welcome to the Counselor’s Corner in the Vista Verde PTA eNewsletter.

Counselor’s Corner will be featured every other week. Keep an eye out for information on how to enhance student/family life, social and emotional wellness, development and other tips.

20 Ways to Talk So Your Kids Will Listen

Feel free to contact us!

 

Nori Deatherage
NoriDeatherage@iusd.org
Middle School Counselor
On-site at VV: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Christina Kee
ChristinaKee@iusd.org
Elementary School Counselor
On-site at VV: Monday and Friday

 

Earth Science Day – April 29 – Monday

For Vista Verde students, families, teachers and staff, come join us on April 29, Monday at the 5th Grade Wing, 4pm – 7pm.

You can meet Earth scientists from UCI and explore the interactive displays of the Earth’s oceans, land, ice, weather & climate!

City of Irvine – Staying Connected to Today’s Teen – March 27 – Wednesday

The City of Irvine, in partnership with the Irvine Prevention Coalition, is pleased to sponsor well-known adolescent psychologist Dr. Jerry Weichman to lead a community discussion about the impact positive social relationships have on a teenager’s mental health and physical well-being. The free community event at Irvine Civic Center is intended for parents of teenage children. It is presented with the support of Irvine Public Schools Foundation, Irvine Unified School District, and Parent Teacher Association.

Discussion topics will include:

  • The state of teenagers — what are they thinking and doing, and why
  • The newest trends and behaviors facing teens in Irvine
  • Tips for building rapport, increasing communication, and gaining respect
  • How to identify a teen in trouble, and the best ways to support them
  • Ways to diffuse an escalated situation with a student
  • Warning signs that everyone should be keeping an eye out for
  • Effective mental health tools you can teach students/children
  • Simple coping techniques to help you remain in control and maintain composure

Click here for more information.

40 Development Assets – Presented by Nori Deatherage – March 19 – Tuesday

“A look at the 40 positive supports and strengths that young people need to succeed” presented by Nori Deatherage

Tuesday, March 19 at 8:35am in Vista Verde MPR, followed by the 3rd PTA General Assembly Meeting.

VV Counselor’s Corner

Welcome to the Counselor’s Corner in the Vista Verde PTA eNewsletter.

Counselor’s Corner will be featured every other week. Keep an eye out for information on how to enhance student/family life, social and emotional wellness, development and other tips.

Feel free to contact us!

Nori Deatherage
NoriDeatherage@iusd.org
Middle School Counselor
On-site at VV: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Christina Kee
ChristinaKee@iusd.org
Elementary School Counselor
On-site at VV: Monday and Friday

 

Uni Pep Squad Clinic for 7th/8th Grades – March 23 – Saturday

University High School Pep Squad will be hosting a 7th/8th Grade Pep Squad Clinic at the UNI gym on Saturday, March 23rd from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Please click here for the flyer.

It can also be found on our website www.trojanpepsquad.org along with a PayPal link.

Here are some of the important dates coming up:
UHS Pep Squad Tryouts Spring 2019 (incoming Freshmen)

– Monday 4/15/2019​: UHS 8th Grade Family Night

– Wednesday 4/17/2019 at 7:00 pm: Mandatory Parent Info Session for 2019 @ UHS MPR

– UHS Pep Squad Tryouts

Mon – Wed 4/22 – 4/24/2019: UHS Pep Squad Tryout Clinic Days 3:00 – 5:30 pm

Thursday 4/25/2019 @ 3:00 -7:00 pm UHS Pep Squad Tryout (Time scheduled at Tryout Clinic)

Please feel free to contact Monique Nunamaker at mnunamaker2@cox.net with any questions.

Monique Nunamaker
UNI Pep Squad Booster
Pep Squad Clinic Coordinator

City of Irvine – Staying Connected to Today’s Teen – March 27 – Wednesday

The City of Irvine, in partnership with the Irvine Prevention Coalition, is pleased to sponsor well-known adolescent psychologist Dr. Jerry Weichman to lead a community discussion about the impact positive social relationships have on a teenager’s mental health and physical well-being. The free community event at Irvine Civic Center is intended for parents of teenage children. It is presented with the support of Irvine Public Schools Foundation, Irvine Unified School District, and Parent Teacher Association.

Discussion topics will include:

  • The state of teenagers — what are they thinking and doing, and why
  • The newest trends and behaviors facing teens in Irvine
  • Tips for building rapport, increasing communication, and gaining respect
  • How to identify a teen in trouble, and the best ways to support them
  • Ways to diffuse an escalated situation with a student
  • Warning signs that everyone should be keeping an eye out for
  • Effective mental health tools you can teach students/children
  • Simple coping techniques to help you remain in control and maintain composure

Click here for more information.