The Vista Verde PTA and Foundation are excited to co-sponsor this year’s ice cream social. Come out and join the school community on Friday, August 25th from 3:00pm-5:00pm for a cold treat, music, and loads of fun. Thank you to The Watson Team for generously providing Yogurtland for the event. We look foward to seeing you all there!
Join the Irvine Unified Council of PTAs this weekend for The NAMI Walks OC! This mental health awareness event organized by the National Alliance on Mental Health is FREE and held at Angel Stadium THIS Saturday 8/26. Meet at Gate 4 @7:30 am.
PTA or any school spirit wear is encouraged and families are welcome!
Please contact President@IUCPTA if you have any questions.
Visit: IUCPTA NAMI Walks Team Page
This years Reflections theme is:
I am hopeful because……
What is reflections? Reflections is a program/contest that provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which can boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life! Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-selected theme-I am hopeful because….
How does it work?
1. All students are encouraged to submit original artwork in the 3 categories our school will be participating in-Visual arts, Photography, Literature
2. Follow the rules on the website provided.
3. Submit your works by the deadline date-10/18/23
4.Attend the award ceremony! (details to come)
For Reflections information and rules please visit:
https://bit.ly/pta-hopeful-info
For specific rules in the following categories:
Visual arts
http://downloads.capta.org/ref/2022-23/visual-arts-category-guidelines_reflections.pdf
Photography
http://downloads.capta.org/ref/2022-23/photography-category-guidelines_reflections.pdf
Literature
http://downloads.capta.org/ref/2022-23/literature-category-guidelines_reflections.pdf
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ASB is organizing two spirit days during the month of September. In honor of Constitution Day, show your patriotic spirit by dressing in red, white, and blue on Monday, September 18th!
Color Block day is planned for Friday, September 22nd! Dress up in your designated color based on your grade level.
Wondering how your PTA donation benefits your children’s school and community? This detailed chart highlights the importance of donations, memberships and where these funds go. Further information can be found on our website on specific programs as well as offering continued support. Please be sure to visit the PTA tent at the Ice Cream Social on Austust 25th to get a sneak peak at our upcoming 2023-2024 Vista Verde spirit wear collection! Click here to join the PTA and donate to our annual fund.
Academic Enrichment for All, otherwise known as AEFA, is one of the most impactful programs sponsored by the PTA. AEFA includes Astronomy Night, National History Day, Science Olympiad, Chess Tournaments, Math Field Day, Math Counts, Math League, the Rubiks Cube Challenge, the Egg Drop Competition and more! We are currently in the process of getting organized and need volunteers! If you are interested in joining an AEFA committee or learn more about it, please contact Sevin Ataie at sevin_ataie@yahoo.com. Stop by our tables next Friday at the Ice Cream Social and learn more!
Keep up with important PTA events and community news in our monthly PTA newsletter. This month’s digital edition highlights our upcoming Ice Cream Social and features Vista Verde’s newest staff members. Be sure to look out for volunteer opportunities and PTA membership information that will be included every month. Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far!
Join the University High School Pep Squad for a fun-filled day of learning cheers, chants, games and dances on Friday, September 1, 2023, 4:30 pm – 7:45 pm! You will also get the chance to cheer at a Varsity Football Game, side-by-side with the UHS Cheerleaders and Songleaders! Open to students in grades TK-6. Check-in/registration begins at 4:00 pm, and campers will be released at halftime.
For more information, visit: https://www.trojanpepsquad.org/uni-youth-cheer-camp
Vital Vikings is a volunteer program for students who express interest in gaining confidence and conflict mediation skills. Open to 6-8th graders who are dependable, kind and patient to help support Elementary students during lunch or recess to reinforce STAR expectations. Teacher recommendation based on academics and behavior is required. Vital Vikings meet with the Vital Viking Advisor(s) periodically to train, plan, and organize student conflict mediation and activities. Parent volunteers are needed to assist on the following dates: Wednesday 08/30, 09/20, and 11/01. We’d appreciate any help. Please click here to sign up to volunteer for the upcoming lunches.
