Calendar & Announcements:

9/25 - Back to School Night 6:00-9:00 pm

9/27 - Culver’s Counts – Junior Career Days 5:00-8:00 pm

10/2 - Late Start Monday

10/6 - Pep Assembly, Homecoming Parade, Homecoming Game

10/7 - Homecoming Dance 8:00-11:00 pm

10/9 - Food Drive Kick Off

10/10 - Picture Retake Day

10/10 - College Information Night 6:00-8:00 pm

10/12-15 - VAHS Fall Musical - Pippin

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Back to School Night!

Parents of Seniors who have release 1st or 7th hour:

Counselors will give a brief post-secondary session in

the PAC during those times.

7:00 to 7:10 PM Period1

7:17 to 7:27 PM Period 2

7:34 to 7:44 PM Period 3

7:51 to 8:01 PM Period 4

8:08 to 8:18 PM Period 5

8:25 to 8:35 PM Period 6

8:42 to 8:52 PM Period 7

Bell Schedule:

We are pleased to extend our annual invitation for you to attend our Back-to-School Night. ALL students and parents/guardians are encouraged to attend.

Please join us as we give you an overview on a variety of topics related to your student’s experience and success at VAHS and provide you with an opportunity to move through your student’s schedule. You will meet instructors, realize the myriad of opportunities available and gain familiarity with our facility and resources.

The evening will begin with schedule pick up at 6:00 pm in the main office and through 9:00 pm. We ensure an educationally informative and fun evening.

Grade Room

Freshman Freshman Program iPad Rollout Graduation credits-Civics Test Habits of a Successful Scholar ASA (After School Access) Math Resource House Model—Student Supports NCAA Policy Getting involved in sports/activities A+ Advisory and 8th/9th period VAHS Assessments

PAC

Sophomores iPad Rollout Dual Credit Options ASA (After School Access) Math Resource House Model—Student Supports Getting involved in sports/activities A+ Advisory—Credit for advisory VAHS Assessments

Band Room H106

Juniors Junior Career Days Junior Conferencing Youth Apprentice WEF College & Career Readiness Career Cruising AP Supports and ASA

Main Commons

Seniors Attendance Applying to colleges/other options Parchment.com Letters of Recommendation Credit Checks AP Supports and ASA Scholarships Graduation Time Change

Orchestra Room H112

2017-18 Bell Schedules

Regular Schedule

Period 1/2— 8:30-10:03

Period 3/4—10:13-11:49

A Lunch 11:49-12:19

B A+/AD 12:26-12:56

A A+/AD 11:56-12:26

B Lunch 12:26-12:56

Period 5/6—1:03-2:36

Period 7—2:46-3:37

Late Start Monday Schedule

Period 1/2—10:00-11:11

Period 3/4—11:18-12:29

A Lunch 12:29-12:59

B A+/AD 1:06-1:36

A A+/AD 12:36-1:06

B Lunch 1:06-1:36

Period 5/6—1:43-2:54

Period 7—3:01-3:37

BELL SCHEDULES

Month Su Sa Calendar NotesDay 1 / Day 2 Bell Schedule

27 28 29 30 31 1 9th/New 2 Sept 1 = First Day for Freshmen and New Students 1/2 8:30 - 10:033 4 5 Day 1 6 Day 2 7 Day 1 8 Day 2 9 Sept 4 = No School/Labor Day 3/4 10:13 - 11:4910 11 Day 1 12 Day 2 13 Day 1 14 Day 2 15 Day 1 16 A LUNCH 11:49 - 12:1917 18 LS Day 2 19 Day 1 20 Day 2 21 Day 1 22 Day 2 23 LS = Late Start Monday B A+/AD 12:26 - 12:5624 25 Day 1 26 Day 2 27 Day 1 28 Day 2 29 Day 1 30 A A+/AD 11:56 - 12:261 2 LS Day 2 3 Day 1 4 Day 2 5 Day 1 6 Day 2 7 B LUNCH 12:26 - 12:568 9 Day 1 10 Day 2 11 Day 1 12 Day 2 13 Day 1 14 5/6 1:03 - 2:3615 16 LS Day 2 17 Day 1 18 Day 2 19 Day 1 20 Day 2 21 7 2:46 - 3:3722 23 Day 1 24 Day 2 25 Day 1 26 27 28 Oct 26 = PTS Conferences

29 30 LS Day 2 31 Day 1 1 Day 2 2 Day 1 3 Day 2 4

5 6 Day 1 7 Day 2 8 Day 1 9 Day 2 10 Day 1 11 Nov 6 = Quarter 2 Begins LS Day 1 / LS Day 2 12 13 LS Day 2 14 Day 1 15 Day 2 16 Day 1 17 Day 2 18 1/2 10:00 - 11:1119 20 Day 1 21 Day 2 22 23 24 25 Nov 23 = Thanksgiving Day 3/4 11:18 - 12:2926 27 LS Day 1 28 Day 2 29 Day 1 30 Day 2 1 Day 1 2 A LUNCH 12:29 - 12:593 4 Day 2 5 Day 1 6 Day 2 7 Day 1 8 Day 2 9 B Advisory 1:06 - 1:3610 11 LS Day 1 12 Day 2 13 Day 1 14 Day 2 15 Day 1 16 A Advisory 12:36 - 1:0617 18 Day 2 19 Day 1 20 Day 2 21 Day 1 22 Day 2 23 B LUNCH 1:06 - 1:3624 25 26 27 28 29 30 Winter Break 5/6 1:43 - 2:5431 1 2 Day 1 3 Day 2 4 Day 1 5 Day 2 6 Jan 1 = New Year's Day 7 3:01 - 3:377 8 LS Day 1 9 Day 2 10 Day 1 11 Day 2 12 Day 1 1314 15 16 Day 2 17 Skinny 18 SW Day 1 19 SW Day 2 20 Jan 15 = MLK Day; Jan 17 -19 = Sem Wrap Up

21 22 LS Day 1 23 Day 2 24 Day 1 25 Day 2 26 Day 1 27 Jan 22 = Quarter 3 Begins Skinny Schedule 28 29 Day 2 30 Day 1 31 Day 2 1 Day 1 2 Day 2 3 1 8:30 - 9:164 5 LS Day 1 6 Day 2 7 Day 1 8 Day 2 9 Day 1 10 2 9:23 - 10:1011 12 Day 2 13 Day 1 14 Day 2 15 Day 1 16 Day 2 17 3 10:17 - 11:0218 19 LS Day 1 20 Day 2 21 Day 1 22 Day 2 23 24 Feb 23 = Teacher Inservice 4 11:09 - 11:5425 26 Day 1 27 ACT 28 Day 2 1 Day 1 2 Day 2 3 A LUNCH 11:54 - 12:244 5 LS Day 1 6 Day 2 7 Day 1 8 Day 2 9 Day 1 10 B AD/A+ 12:31 - 1:0111 12 Day 2 13 Day 1 14 Day 2 15 Day 1 16 Day 2 17 A AD/A+ 12:01 - 12:3118 19 LS Day 1 20 Day 2 21 Day 1 22 Day 2 23 Day 1 24 B LUNCH 12:31 - 1:0125 26 27 28 29 30 31 Spring Break 5 1:08 - 1:53

1 2 LS Day 2 3 Day 1 4 Day 2 5 Day 1 6 Day 2 7 Apr 2 = Quarter 4 Begins

8 9 Day 1 10 Day 2 11 Day 1 12 Day 2 13 Day 1 14 7 2:52 - 3:3715 16 LS Day 2 17 Day 1 18 Day 2 19 Day 1 20 Day 2 2122 23 Day 1 24 Day 2 25 ASPIRE 26 Day 1 27 28 Apr 25 = ASPIRE Testing. All students attend.

29 30 LS Day 2 1 Day 1 2 Day 2 3 Day 1 4 Day 2 5 Sem Wrap Up Day 1 / Day 26 7 Day 1 8 Day 2 9 Day 1 10 Day 2 11 Day 1 12 Study Access 8:30 - 8:4513 14 LS Day 2 15 Day 1 16 Day 2 17 Day 1 18 Day 2 19 1/2 8:45 - 10:3020 21 Day 1 22 Day 2 23 Day 1 24 Day 2 25 Day 1 26 3/4 10:45 - 12:3027 28 29 Day 2 30 Day 1 31 Day 2 1 Day 1 2 May 28 = Memorial Day Lunch 12:30 - 1:153 4 Day 2 5 SW Day 1 6 SW Day 2 7 7th 8 9 June 5-7 = Semester Wrap Up 5/6 1:30 - 3:1510 11 12 13 14 15 16 June 7 = 7th Period / Makeup / 1:30 Busses Study Access 3:15 - 3:37

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Dear Parents and Guardians of Freshmen students at VAHS,

On September 27th, all VAHS 9th graders will be attending a panel discussion featuring some of our local and state elected officials. The panel will consist of State Senator John Erpenbach, State Representative Sondy Pope, County Supervisor Mike Willett, City Council Member Brad Steiner, City Council Member Sarah Gaskell, City Council Member Liz Doyle and School Board President Noah Roberts.

As part of our 9th grade U.S. History curriculum, students learn about civic duty and the different responsibilities that various levels of government have in our lives. By having the chance to hear from ask questions of some of these very important elected officials, we believe this is an outstanding opportunity for our students.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask any of us.

Sincerely,

VAHS U.S. History Teachers

Sara Asendorf Jeff Behringer

Andrew Larson

Denise Quinn

Haley Stoecker

A.J. Simonini

Verona Area High School’s annual food drive is rapidly approaching, and we have several key pieces of information to articulate in order to ensure a smooth and successful start to collections this year... About: Food Drive is a student-run organization that collaborates with the Badger Prairie Needs Network to provide food to hundreds of families in the Verona area. This is a district-wide drive that encourages all students who are passionate in helping their community get involved How can I get involved?: Bring in food to your second-hour teacher! This is the best way to contribute to the drive and to the community. Lists will be posted weekly, presented during announcements and sent out to your student email for your convenience. Students interested in further participating in food drive are welcome to come to our weekly A+ meetings, every Thursday, beginning the week of October 9th. There, volunteer opportunities and collection updates will be given. Goal: We are committed to collecting 20,000 pounds of food by the end of the drive Collections: High school collections have been moved back to 2nd hour from advisory to increase participation Kick Off: The school-wide kickoff will take place on Monday, October 9th in the PAC during advisory. Volunteers: There are several volunteer opportunities available for interested students. These hours will count for NHS and silver cord requirements. More information can be received during our A+ meetings We are optimistic that we will have a very successful and fulfilling drive this fall! Any additional questions can be directed to Megan Wenn or Lexie Conlin.

HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK DRESS-UP DAYS

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Groutfit - Grey Outfit

Disney! Rodeo Class Colors! Freshman

Green Sophomore

Red Junior Blue

Senior TOGA! (white)

Fr iday

Wildcat Pride!

OCTOBER 2-6, 2017

HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME 10/6 - 7:00 PM HOMECOMING DANCE 10/7 - 8:00-11:00 PM

ALL OUTFITS MUST BE DRESS CODE APPROPRIATE - THIS INCLUDES: WEARING A T-SHIRT UNDER YOUR TOGA (THIS IS REQUIRED) ALSO, NO LOOK-ALIKE WEAPONS ON

ANY OF THE DAYS - THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION

Students: Would you be interested in traveling to Italy with VAHS? We are

holding an information meeting on October 12, 2017 at 7:00 pm in the KITC.

Any interested students can attended. The trip will be a 10-day tour of Italy in

Fall of 2018.

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VERONA AREA HIGH SCHOOL

INVITESYOUTOJOINTHEM

September 27, 2017 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

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2017-18 Prom Planning Meet ings

Prom is Sat urday, May 5, 2018 at Monona Ter race

Our next prom planning m eet ing w il l be held on Tuesday, Oct ober 17 f rom 6:30-7:45 pm in t he

KITC.

Please cont act us if you are int erest ed. The m ore t he m er r ier !

VAHS Prom Advisors

Shannon Anderson

2018 VAHS Yearbook is now available for purchase.

$60 includes free cover personalization

Visit http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09430700 and click on 2018 Yearbook to order.

Payment can be made via credit/debit card or PayPal directly through the Josten's website.  Payment of check or cash can also be made to the VAHS Main Office.

Remember to click Customize to add your name. Yearbooks will be delivered in person in May of 2018. For more information or questions, please contact Amy Moschkau, Yearbook Advisor at moschkaa@verona.k12.wi.us or 608-845-4482.

Purchase Your VAHS Yearbook Today!!

Important Yearbook Information for The Class of 2018

To all Verona Area High School 2017-2018 Seniors and their Parents/Guardians:

This is to inform you that senior portraits will be in color in our yearbook. Because of the deadline for color pages in the yearbook, it is important that we receive your portraits by Friday, September 8, 2017.

We are asking all seniors to submit one vertical wallet size color photo (like the sample shown on the right), through the Jostens direct upload link, email address below, or CD, by Friday, September 8, 2017. If you are submitting the photo electronically (upload or email) please make certain the photo resolution quality is at least 300 DPI or higher.

Please note, we will not be returning this photo to you. If you submit your photo electronically, please name the photo last name, first name. If you submit your photo in hard copy format, please neatly write last name, first name on the photo. This is very important for organizational purposes.

Members of the senior class feel that it is very important to include all seniors. Although studio pictures are the most common, we encourage you to summit a photo even it was taken by a family friend or another student.

We use these photos in the Verona Press, on the “Big Screen” at graduation at EPIC, and possibly in the senior video, therefore all photos must be waist up for consistency. In addition, all photos must be school appropriate. All photos are subject to approval by the VAHS administration. If you do not submit a photo, we will use the school Lifetouch photo that is taken at school. You will not have to submit your Lifetouch photo, we will have access to it. If you choose not to submit a photo, and you do not get your Lifetouch photo taken, you will not be pictured in any of these events/occasions.

Many photographers offer to send your photo directly to Verona Area High School. However, we recommend that you check with your photographer to make certain they plan to send it by Friday, September 8, 2017. Also keep in mind that studios fill up quickly in the summer, so make your appointment early. A final reminder. Photos need to be vertical, not horizontal (like sample shown).

If you have any questions about this, please call Amy Moschkau at 845-4442.

How do you (or your Studio) submit your photos?1. Upload your photo directly to the Jostens link:

http://www.images.jostens.com VAHS User Id: 408483591

2. Email photos to: vahsyearbook@verona.k12.wi.us

3. Either bring in a digital or paper copy to the High School Main Office. Digital are preferred!

Please note, the Jostens link will not be available until July 1, 2017 and the VAHS Yearbook email will be checked in late August/early September. We will not be able to email you individually to let you know we received your photo until mid-August. Also note, this email will be checked by student members of the yearbook class so please do not share personal information or questions.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS OF SENIORS It is a VAHS tradition to include a special senior section of “Grad Ads” in the Yearbook. If you wish to purchase a Grad Ad for your graduating senior:

1. Complete the form below. 2. Crop a picture to fit the photo box shown below and compose a typed Grad Ad message. 3. Mail form, picture, message, and payment ($35) to:

Verona Area High School Attention: Yearbook 300 Richard Street Verona, WI 53593

4. If you prefer to email the picture and message, please email the information to the contact information below. Payment should be mailed to address above.

5. Materials can also be dropped off at the VAHS Main Office with information clearly labeled “Yearbook” 6. Deadline for purchasing Grad Ads: Friday, October 20, 2017

Sample Grad Ad: Please note, grad ads will be similar in size and format as shown here.

Kevin Anderson

Grad Ad $35.00

Make checks payable to Verona Area High School

Grad Ad

Your Photo

Here!

Sample Message: We wish you the best of luck in all that you choose to pursue. Follow your dreams! - Wish Love,

Your Family

Deadline: Friday, October 20, 2017 Important Guidelines: ● Please note, pictures will be cropped to fit in the photo box shown above. ● All Grad Ads should be typed using approximately 50 words or less. ● Please make certain items are capitalized as you would like them. ● If you use a famous quote, don’t forget to quote the person. This is required by copyright law. ● Limit of 2 grad ads per student please, unless we have room to include more. ● We reserve the right to edit or modify text if necessary. ● Name and phone number should be printed clearly on the back of the photo. ● Keep in mind that the closer-up photos are best. Full body shots end up being small! ● Please do not submit any pictures with nudity – bathtub photos included. ● We will not be mailing the pictures back, so please remind your student to pick them up during the last week of school in the Main

Office.

Name: ___________________________________________________________ Phone Number: _______________________________ Email: ___________________________________________________________

Questions? Please email Amy Moschkau at moschkaa@verona.k12.wi.us or 608-845-4482

Do you have extra new or gently used (and clean) winter clothing you can part with? Donate them to VASD families who need it.

Coats, snow pants, hats, gloves, scarves, boots can be dropped off at: Any VASD school, The Verona Library, Verona Police Department, Millers, Sows Ear or Badger Prairie Needs Network before October 11!

Thanks!

Remember that you can purchase Wildcat merchandise online:

http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/wisconsin/verona/verona-area-high-school

ONLINE ATHLETIC REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!  How to Register Online for VAHS Athletics: There are a couple of ways to get to our Athletic website, you can: Go to http://vahsathletics.com/ OR go the the Verona Area School District Website/High School/Athletics/Online Athletic Registration When you get to our website:

● On the right side above "Latest Photo Galleries" is the link that says "Register For Sports". Just follow the links!

● If you need the website in Spanish? Just click on the TRANSLATE WEBSITE button. ● If you registered last year for a sport you use your same login info.

If new you will need to create an account. Make sure you sign up for the CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR ATHLETIC CHOICES (not last years) - you may need to scroll down to the correct year.

● EACH YEAR you will need to read and electronically sign both the Code of Conduct and Concussion information and download the emergency information sheet to fill in and give to your coach NOT the Athletic Office.

● Physical/Alternate year forms are available - even if you do not need to download a form you will need to click on the link before you can proceed.

● Feel free to click on all sports your child will participate in this year so that you will not need to go back in and do so later.

Commonly asked ?’s ??: Where do the physical/alternate year cards go? - to your coach or directly to Ms. Witte-Davis’ office across from the vending machines at the entrance to the HS commons. ??: Where does my emergency info sheet go? - to your coach ??: Do I pay my athletic fees on vahsathletics.com - NO, they are paid using your efunds account or by check made out to VAHS, please do not include other fees on this check. ??: Are the athletic fees the same as the Booster Club fees - NO, they are two separate things. ??: Does my child need a physical or an alternate year form this year?

Here are the guidelines per WIAA rules: Physical: If physical card is signed by a doctor showing it took place April 1, 2016 or after AND is on file in our office you will not need a physical for the 2017-18 school year, only an Alternate Year card is needed. Alternate Year: If alternate year card was signed May 1, 2017 or after it is good for the 2017-18 school year.

Good Luck Wildcats!

¡LA MATRICULACIÓN EN LÍNEA PARA DEPORTES ESTÁ ABIERTA!

¿Cómo se matricula en línea para los deportes de la Preparatoria del Área de Verona? Hay dos opciones para llegar al sitio web de los deportes. Puede ir a http://vahsathletics.com/ O ir al sitio web del Distrito Escolar del Área de Verona y seleccione High School, luego Athletics y finalmente Online Athletic Registration. Cuando llega al sitio web de deportes, siga los pasos a continuación:

● En la mano derecha encima de “Latest Photo Galleries” se encuentra un enlace para “Register for Sports” (matricularse para deportes). Haga clic en este enlace para continuar.

● Si prefiere leer la información en español, seleccione el botón para TRANSLATE WEBSITE (traducción del sitio web).

● Si el estudiante se matriculó para un deporte durante el ciclo escolar pasado debe usar el mismo usuario/contraseña. Si no, debe crear una cuenta. Asegúrese que se está apuntando para los deportes del CICLO ESCOLAR ACTUAL (no los del año pasado) – puede que tenga que desplazarse hacia abajo hasta llegar al año actual.

● CADA AÑO debe leer y firmar electrónicamente ambos el Código de Conducta y el formulario sobre contusiones cerebrales y bajar el formulario de información de contacto en caso de emergencia. Entrega el formulario de información de emergencia al entrenador(a), NO a la oficina de deportes.

● Los formularios para las revisiones/chequeos físicos y el año alterno están disponibles en línea. Si no necesita bajar un formulario aún tiene que hacer clic en el enlace para poder continuar al próximo paso.

● No dude en seleccionar todos los deportes en que su hijo(a) participará este año, así para no tener que volver a ingresarse al sitio en el futuro.

Preguntas Frecuentes ● ¿A quién debo entregar el formulario para la revisión/chequeo físico o el formulario del año alternado? A su

entrenador(a) o directamente a la Sra. Witte-Davis. Su oficina está ubicada en frente de las máquinas expendedoras en la entrada al área común de la preparatoria.

● ¿A quién debo entregar el formulario de información de contacto en caso de una emergencia? A su entrenador(a).

● ¿Es necesario pagar las cuotas de deportes en el sitio web vahsathletics.com? NO. Debe usar su cuenta de efunds para pagar en línea o pagar por cheque a nombre de VAHS. Por favor no agregue otras cuotas escolares al mismo cheque.

● ¿Es la cuota para deportes la misma cosa que la cuota para el Booster Club? NO. Son dos cuotas distintas. ● ¿Necesita mi hijo(a) una revisión/chequeo físico este año o completar el formulario para el año alternado? Las

reglas del WIAA son: ○ Revisión/Chequeo Físico: Si un médico firmó el formulario para el chequeo físico a partir del 1º de abril

de 2016 Y se encuentra actualmente en los archivos en nuestra oficina, no necesita realizar un chequeo físico durante el ciclo escolar 2017-2018. Solo se requiere que complete un formulario para el año alternado.

○ Formulario para el Año Alternado: Si completaron un formulario para el año alterno a partir del 1º de mayo de 2017, permanece vigente para el ciclo escolar 2017-2018.

¡Buena suerte Wildcats!

From the Administration

Following a review of safety procedures with the administration team, Verona Area High School can confirm that patrons and students will not be permitted to take large bags, backpacks, and draw string bags into the football stadium during home games.

Smaller bags, like purses, will be permitted but may be subject to searches and patrons are urged not to bring bags at all whenever possible.

We would like to thank our patrons in advance for their cooperation with this matter as we look forward to a fantastic season of football over the coming months.

Go Wildcats!!!

Magic To Do!

VAHS Theater

Pippin is coming to Verona Area High School on October 12-15, 2017, in the VAHS Performing Arts Center.

The performances on October 12-14 will take place at 7:30pm with a matinee at 2pm on Sunday, October 15.

Pippin, written by Stephen Schwartz, premiered on Broadway in 1972, has won several Tony awards, and has

been performed around the world. Schwartz also composed the popular musicals Godspell (1971) and Wicked

(2003).

This musical is performed by a mysterious Band of Players, led by the Leading Player, to act out the story of

Pippin, a young prince on his search for purpose. Pippin and his father King Charlemagne are characters based

on historical figures of the early Middle Ages, although the plot is hilariously skewed from their real lives. En-

joy Pippin’s misadventures as he navigates his journey towards meaning in this comedy filled with surprises

and life lessons.

VAHS students in the production include: Derek Argall as Pippin, Kate Veak as Leading Player, Asiah Doyle

as Charlemagne, Daphne Buan as Catharine, Maddie Vilker as Fastrada, Elyse Mancilla as Berthe, Caulden

Parkel as Lewis, and Zaria Roller as Thea. Many more dedicated students make up the Band of Players, the

crew, and pit orchestra who all work to bring the story to life.

The production is directed by Steve Nibbe, with Heather Thorpe as vocal director and Eric Anderson as orches-

tra director. Choreography is done by Verona Theater Alum Sara Bartlett. VAHS seniors Raina Voss and Mag-

gie Kempfer will be stage managers for this show.

Pippin is full of hilarious as well as meaningful moments with many twists and turns that you won’t want to

miss!

Reserve tickets for any performance are available through the box office. To reserve your seats, simply call

(608)845-4488. Get your tickets today!

2017–18 VAHS ACT Prep Course Registration Form

Students from any school district at any grade level may participate

The Verona Area High School ACT Prep Program offers students an ACT Prep Course to assist students in preparing for the ACT Exam. The Prep Course focuses on the four subject areas covered by the ACT Test: English, Math, Reading, & Science. The course also addresses the optional essay portion of the exam that many students choose to take. Each day of the 4-day course is devoted to one of the four subject areas (with Reading and Essay covered on the same night). During each class students will be given subject-specific test taking tips, review commonly covered content, and work through a variety of practice problems in an effort to prepare students to take the ACT Test.

Which Prep Course is right for you? Course Course Dates Taking the ACT Test on December 9, 2017 or Later? NOVEMBER COURSE: November 13 - 16, 2017 Taking the ACT Test on February 10, 2018, or ACT Test for all VAHS Juniors on Feb 27, 2018? FEBRUARY COURSE: February 5 - 8, 2018 Taking the ACT Test on June 9, 2018 or Later? MAY COURSE: May 14 - 17, 2018

COURSE FEE: $90 LOCATION: VAHS Room K134 TIME: 4:00 - 5:30 pm

Registration Deadline: One week prior to the start date of the prep course

Questions?? Contact Pete Stremlow at stremlop@verona.k12.wi.us or 608-845-4573

Detach Here. Make the check payable to VAHS. Mail check to: Verona Area High School, Attn: Pete Stremlow, 300 Richard Street, Verona WI 53593

Student Name _______________________________ Parent/Guardian Name___________________________________ Phone _____________________ Email _______________________________________ Amount Enclosed $ __________

Circle the Prep Course you are registering for: NOVEMBER FEBRUARY MAY

For Office Use Only: Ck # ______ Amt ______ Date ______

VAHS Administration and Student Services

Ms. Pam Hammen Principal Pam.Hammen@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4410 Mr. Jorge Avalos Associate Principal Jorge.Avalos@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4412 Mr. Alan Buss Associate Principal Alan.Buss@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4505 Mr. Pheng Lee Associate Priincipal—VAHS Director—Exploration Academy Pheng.Lee@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4560 Ms, Tamara Sutor Associate Principal Tamara.Sutor@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4411 Office Hours: 8:00 – 4:00 School Day: 8:30 – 3:37 Late Start Mondays: 10:00 – 3:37 845-4400 – Main Office 845-4500 – K-Wing Office 845-4430 or 4431 – Student Services Attendance phone numbers: 845-4503 – EA/LEAP 845-4403 – 9-12 Grade

Ms. Carri Hale, Counselor Carri.Hale@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4426 Mr. Shawn Harris, Counselor Shawn.Harris@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4653 Ms. Kelly Knueve, Counselor Kelly.Knueve@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4626 Ms. Lesley Morrison, Counselor Lesley.Morrison@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4588 Mr. Jeremy Solomon, Counselor Jeremy.Solomon@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4429 Mr. Walter Williams, Counselor Walter.Williams@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4681 Ms. Andrea Bonaparte, Social Worker Andrea.Bonaparte@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4517 Mr. Cory Zimmerman, Social Worker Cory.Zimmerman@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4433 Mr. Will Howlett, School Psychologist William.Howlett@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4434 Ms. Pat Lynam, School Nurse Pat.Lynam@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4415 Mr. Mark Kryka, Athletic Director Mark.Kryka@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4490 Officer Matt Morris Police Liaison Matt.Morris@verona.k12.wi.us 608-845-4483

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to share resources and raise awareness. The Student Services Team at VAHS is here to support ALL of our students and we love to collaborate with the following organizations:

Your local law enforcement, 9-1-1 National Suicide Hotline, If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, 1-800-273 TALK (8255)NAMI (National Alliance of Mental Illness) 800-950-NAMI or you can also text NAMI to 741-741 The Suicide Prevention Lifeline, connects callers to trained crisis counselors 24/7. They also provide a chat function on their website. Phone: 1-800-273-8255

Students interested in taking the PSAT on October 14th should check their mail for a flyer

and registration form included with other district materials. The PSAT is an optional test that

has the potential to qualify high-scoring students for the National Merit Scholarship, and

other associated corporate and College Board-sponsored scholarships. Please direct any

more specific questions to Jeremy Solomon, Counselor and PSAT Coordinator.

Email: solomonj@verona.k12.wi.us Office phone: 608-845-4429.

Medications at School 2017-2018

As we look forward to a new school year, here is some important information regarding students having medications at school.

All medication must be in its original container. Over the counter medication shall only be given with written permission from the parent/guardian. Prescription medication shall be given only with written orders from the student’s physician and written parental permission. A record will be maintained of all medications given at school. Parents/students are responsible for providing any medication that is to be taken at school.

Students in High School who demonstrate reasonable maturity and responsibility may self-administer over the counter medications under the established procedure.

Every student who takes medication on his own will need to have written permission from the parent/guardian on file in the health room.

Medication consent forms are available at each of the schools and on the district website.

Consent forms must be filled out completely. The name of the medication and dose MUST be written on the consent form. An order from your primary care provider must be provided if your child takes more than the recommended dose

of an over the counter medication. Medication sent to school in baggies will not be accepted. Consent forms are valid for one school year.

Medicamentos en la Escuela 2017-2018

Mientras esperamos el ciclo escolar nuevo, he aquí una información importante acerca de los medicamentos de los estudiantes en la escuela.

Todo medicamento debe permanecer dentro de su envase original. Sólo se administrarán las medicinas que se pueden comprar sin receta médica si contamos con el permiso escrito de uno de los padres/tutores. Para administrar las medicinas recetadas por el doctor, debemos contar con las instrucciones indicadas por escrito, el permiso escrito del médico del alumno/a, y también el permiso escrito de los padres/tutores. Se mantendrá un expediente de todos los medicamentos administrados en la escuela. Tanto padres como estudiantes son responsables de proveer cualquier medicamento que deba ser ingerido/administrado en la escuela.

Los alumnos de la escuela preparatoria (High School) que demuestren madurez y responsabilidad suficiente, se podrán administrar a sí mismos medicinas que no necesiten prescripción médica siguiendo el modo de empleo indicado.

Los alumnos que se tomen su propia medicina tendrán que tener un permiso escrito de uno de los padres/tutores en su expediente en la enfermería.

Los formularios de consentimiento paternal están disponibles en todas las escuelas y en el portal o sitio de Internet del distrito.

El formulario de consentimiento debe llenarse por completo. El nombre del medicamento y la dosis DEBE de anotarse en dicho formulario. Debe adjuntar la receta del doctor cuando a su hijo/a le haya sido prescrita una dosis mayor de un medicamento

disponible sin prescripción médica. Los medicamentos que se envíen a la escuela en bolsitas no serán aceptados. El Formulario de Consentimiento es válido durante un ciclo escolar.

YOUTH OPTIONS PROGRAM AND DEADLINES FOR STUDENTS

The Youth Options Program allows high school juniors and seniors to enroll at an institution of higher education in Wisconsin. Under the program, certain approved courses may be taken, without cost, that lead to credit that can be applied toward high school graduation, as well as toward post-secondary programs. A student who intends to enroll in the University of Wisconsin at Madison, Edgewood College, or Madison College the spring semester of the school year 2017-2018 must adhere to the following timelines:

1. Make an appointment with your School to Career Coordinator, Amy Moschkau, to discuss your plans and choose courses that work with your graduation pathway.

2. By October 1, 2017: A. Notify your School to Career Coordinator at Verona Area High School of your

intention to attend a college or university named above for the spring semester of the school year 2017-2018 under this program. Use Form PI-8700A which can be secured from the School to Career Coordinator, or by going to the website https://dpi.wi.gov/dual-enrollment/youth-options/application

B. Please complete the form carefully and turn in to Mrs. Moschkau, School to Career Coordinator. Select a course(s) that is either different from any course, or is an extension (higher level) of a course the high school offers. Eighteen credits is the maximum credits allowed for each student taking Youth Options courses.

3. By October 15, 2017: You will be notified of the action taken by the Board of Education as to whether or not the course(s) you selected will be awarded high school credit and how much credit you will be awarded. You may register only for courses that have been approved by the Board of Education.

5. If the Board of Education denies either the desired courses or the number of high school credits awarded, the pupil may appeal the school board’s decision to the state superintendent of schools within 30 days after the receipt of the school board’s decision.

If you have any questions regarding the Youth Options Program, please contact Amy Moschkau, School to Career Coordinator at 845-4482.

YOUTH OPTIONS PROGRAM Frequently Asked Questions:

https://dpi.wi.gov/dual-enrollment/youth-options/FAQ

VAHS Youth Options Coordinator: Amy Moschkau, moschkaa@verona.k12.wi.us

608-845-4482