Monument Valley High School

Daily bulletin August 14, 2023 Our Mission The purpose of our school is to graduate students in 4 years who are literate, informed individuals capable of making effective decisions about their lives Lunch: Spaghetti South Group Is on Duty 1st Shift 11:50-12:05; 2nd shift 12:05-12:20; 3rd Shift 12:20-12:35 There will be no school on Monday, August 14th in honor of Navajo Code Talker’s Day Students & Staff "MVHS AYÓÓ ÁNÍÍNÍSHNÍ NAVAJO CODE TALKERS" Week: 8/15 to 8/18 Activities during the week during lunch and afterschool. Let's celebrate and honor our Navajo Code Talkers. Tuesday: Tsiiyeel Day Wednesday: Rock Your Mocs Day Thursday: Red and Yellow Day Friday: Traditional Attire Day NWEA testing will be Aug. 16th, Reading and Aug. 17th Math from 7:55 – 9:50 a.m. Students will report to their 7th hour teacher. We encourage students to be in attendance and not checked out during this time. Student Information Students: Please return your Parent-School Compact from your handbook to your 1st hour teacher. (it’s the last page of the handbook. Applications are now being accepted for the National Honor Society until September 1, 2023. You must have a 3.25 GPA and be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior. You can get an application in room 205. The Fine Arts Department is in need of cardboard for upcoming assignments. If you have large pieces of cardboard that are in good condition (flat, without several dents) please consider breaking it down and donating it to RM 505. Carboard will be needed until August 25th! Juniors and Seniors interested in meeting with Tri-University representatives (NAU, ASU, UofA) sign up with your school counselors. Representatives will be on school campus September 26, 2023. Lockers are available free of charge and you will meet with or email Mr. Singer(andrew.singer@kayenta.k12.az.us) in the front office. More information is forthcoming. Sports Action Fri. Action: Football @ Blue Ridge StuCo Events "CTSO/Club Fair" ... Wednesday, Aug. 16th at lunch - what does MVHS have to offer you? Come see the different clubs and student activities you can be involved in. If you do not see a group and you have a group of friends that want to start a club. Email Mrs. Shelly Parrish Young and she can help you start a club. Sponsors start planning and creating your info booth. "MVHS AYÓÓ ÁNÍÍNÍSHNÍ NAVAJO CODE TALKERS" Week: 8/15 to 8/18 Activities during the week during lunch and afterschool. Let's celebrate and honor our Navajo Code Talkers. Special Student Council Meeting - Thursday, August 17 starting at 12:05 PM in Mrs. Parrish Young's classroom (Room 010) . Regular Student Council Meeting - Thursday, August 31 starting at 12:05 PM in Mrs. Parrish Young's classroom (Room 010). Homecoming 2023 - 9/25 to 9/29 Playing the Chinle Wildcats! Let's get pumped with school spirit. Have fun, make new friends and enjoy the good times.

Good afternoon MVHS Parents/Guardians, there will be NO LATE BUS running after school today due to muddy road conditions. Thank you and have a wonderful 3-day weekend!

MVHS Kayenta, will participate in dress up day August 15-18, 2023 in honor of our Navajo Code Talkers

Daily bulletin August 11, 2023 Our Mission The purpose of our school is to graduate students in 4 years who are literate, informed individuals capable of making effective decisions about their lives Lunch: Pepperoni Stick North Group Is on Duty 1st Shift 11:50-12:05; 2nd shift 12:05-12:20; 3rd Shift 12:20-12:35 There will be no school on Monday, August 14th in honor of Navajo Code Talker’s Day Students & Staff Tardy sweeps are in effect. Please do not be late for classes or students will be swept into the ISS room. NWEA testing will be Aug. 16th, Reading and Aug. 17th Math from 7:55 – 9:50 a.m. Students will report to their 7th hour teacher. We encourage students to be in attendance and not checked out during this time. Student Information K-Club meeting 8/11/2023 at 12:00 in Room 209. Grab your lunch and let’s make some bracelet freebies Student Council Class and Executive Officers - Trip to AASC Conference on Aug. 23. There will be a meeting starting at 12:05 in Room 010 (Mrs. Parrish Young's Classroom) - TODAY - Friday, Aug. 11th Students: Please return your Parent-School Compact from your handbook to your 1st hour teacher. (it’s the last page of the handbook. Applications are now being accepted for the National Honor Society until September 1, 2023. You must have a 3.25 GPA and be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior. You can get an application in room 205. The Fine Arts Department is in need of cardboard for upcoming assignments. If you have large pieces of cardboard that are in good condition (flat, without several dents) please consider breaking it down and donating it to RM 505. Carboard will be needed until August 25th! Lockers are available free of charge and you will meet with or email Mr. Singer(andrew.singer@kayenta.k12.az.us) in the front office. More information is forthcoming. Sports Action Fri. Action: Football Scrimmage @ Shiprock at 6:00 p.m.

Daily bulletin August 9, 2023 Our Mission The purpose of our school is to graduate students in 4 years who are literate, informed individuals capable of making effective decisions about their lives Lunch: Chili Mac NOrth Group Is on Duty 1st Shift 11:20-11:35; 2nd shift 11:35-11:45; 3rd Shift 11:45-12:00 There will be no school on Monday, August 14th in honor of Navajo Code Talker’s Day Students & Staff Tardy sweeps are in effect. Please do not be late for classes or students will be swept into the ISS room. Wednesday, August 9th, is Professional Development Day. We will be on a half day bell schedule. Period 1 7:55 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. (30 min.) Period 2 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. (30 min.) Period 3 9:05 a.m. to 9:35 a.m. (30 min.) Period 4 9:40 a.m. to 10:10 a.m. (30 min.) Period 5 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. (30 min.) Period 6 10:50 a.m. to 11:20/25 a.m. (30 min.) Lunch 11:20/25 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. (35 min.) Period 7 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. (30 min.) Student Information If you’re a fan of anything and everything related to K-Pop, come to KEC’s first meeting of the school year, 8/9/2023 at 11:25 in Room 209. We need to discuss club officers and a plan for the year! There will be a DECA meeting on Aug 9th during lunch at 11:25 in room 513. New members are welcome to come and join but must be a former DECA member or taking the marketing class. There will be a Mr. & Miss MVHS/Foreign Exchange meeting on Thursday, Aug. 10th at 12:00 in room 507. New members are welcome to attend and join the club. The Fine Arts Department is in need of cardboard for upcoming assignments. If you have large pieces of cardboard that are in good condition (flat, without several dents) please consider breaking it down and donating it to RM 505. Carboard will be needed until August 25th! Lockers are available free of charge and you will meet with or email Mr. Singer in the front office. More information is forthcoming. Sports Action Fri. Action: Football Scrimmage @ Shiprock at 6:00 p.m. MVHS Cross Country Team, we will be having practice today after school, from 12:45 pm to 3:00 pm. At the MVHS baseball field. There will be no late buses, out of town students athletes please make arrangements to have a ride pick you up from practice. If you are interested in playing football, volleyball or cross country, please stop by the athletic director’s office to pick up your physical form and parent/student handbook, if you have not done so already. Volleyball and Cross Country (last day for try outs is August 11th) practice began August 7th. Our Athletic Trainer is looking for two highly motivated students who are interested assisting in the sports medicine department. For more information, please see us in the athletic department.

Greetings! We are well into our first week of school and here are some important upcoming dates to be informed of: -Wednesday, August 9, 2023 - 1/2 Day for Students - MVHS Staff Professional Development -Monday, August 14, 2023 - No School - CODE TALKER DAY -Aug. 15-16, 2023 - NWEA Testing - Please ensure your students are present for NWEA Testing. (NWEA provides teachers with accurate, actionable evidence to help inform instructional strategies regardless of how far students are above or below grade level.) -Wednesday, August 23, 2023 - 1/2 Day for Students - MVHS Staff Professional Development -September 4, 2023 - No School - LABOR DAY -September 14, 2023 - Parent Teacher Conferences Thank you!

August 8, 2023 Our Mission The purpose of our school is to graduate students in 4 years who are literate, informed individuals capable of making effective decisions about their lives Lunch: BBQ Pulled Pork NOrth Group Is on Duty 1st Shift 11:50-12:05; 2nd shift 12:05-12:20; 3rd Shift 12:20-12:35 There will be no school on Monday, August 14th in honor of Navajo Code Talker’s Day Students & Staff Tardy sweeps are in effect. Please do not be late for classes or students will be swept into the ISS room. Wednesday, August 9th, is Professional Development Day. We will be on a half day bell schedule. Student Information If you’re a fan of anything and everything related to K-Pop, come to KEC’s first meeting of the school year, 8/9/2023 at 12:00 in Room 209. We need to discuss club officers and a plan for the year! There will be a DECA meeting on Aug 9th during lunch at 12:00 in room 513. New members are welcome to come and join but must be a former DECA member or taking the marketing class. The Fine Arts Department is in need of cardboard for upcoming assignments. If you have large pieces of cardboard that are in good condition (flat, without several dents) please consider breaking it down and donating it to RM 505. Carboard will be needed until August 25th! Counselors will not be changing schedules until further notice. Exceptions are no class or repeated class. If you do not have a class, only come during the class you do not have. A Thru FL – Michell Todecheene (2111) FO thru REDD — Marita Draper (2110) REDH thru Z – Brian Bradley (2109) Social Worker – Candice Yellowhair (2128) Lockers are available free of charge and you will meet with Mr. Singer in the front office. More information is forthcoming. Sports Action Fri. Action: Football Scrimmage @ Shiprock at 6:00 p.m. If you are interested in playing football, volleyball or cross country, please stop by the athletic director’s office to pick up your physical form and parent/student handbook, if you have not done so already. Volleyball and Cross Country practice began August 7th. Our Athletic Trainer is looking for two highly motivated students who are interested assisting in the sports medicine department. For more information, please see us in the athletic department.

Chromebook Distribution: FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY Drive Thru Pick Up Monday 7/31 9am-3pm Parent/Guardian must be present to sign forms (student does not need to be present) Students must return last year's device for a new updated one if they have not done so already.

Good morning MVHS Parents/Guardians, just a friendly reminder that our office will be CLOSED today from 8:00am to 3:00pm. We are excited to see you all this evening at our Open House from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Thank you and have a wonderful day!

MVHS Parents & Guardians: Our office will be CLOSED tomorrow, July 26, 2023 from 8:00am to 3:00pm for our district-wide Back-to-School Orientation. Thank you for your understanding. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Good afternoon, MVHS Parents & Guardians! We will be hosting an Open House tomorrow, July 26, 2023 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in the MVHS Courtyard. Please come by to meet the teachers & explore our curriculum. If you have any questions, please contact us at 928-697-2100/2102. We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow. Thank you!

MVHS Summer Notice: Greetings. Monument Valley High School will be closed from July 3 - July 14. If you need an enrollment packet, please stop by the KUSD Administration Building. Office Staff will return on July 17. Thank you.

Data Share: MVHS has a graduation rate of 96%. We are excited for the Class of 2024 to continue the trend towards their college and career goals. MVHS is currently accepting enrollment. Stop by MVHS and pick up an enrollment packet we are open Monday - Friday, 8AM - 4:00 PM. Go Mustangs!

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On Saturday, May 13, 2023, MVHS will be hosting a “Saturday School”. This is completely voluntary for students, and you would need to provide your own ride to and from school. (Please sign in at the classroom you will be working in.) Purpose: The purpose of Saturday School is to get caught up or get ahead on assignments. Seniors, the deadline to complete all PLATO Classes is May 16, 2023. Senior checkout will begin on May 15, 2023. Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors the deadline to submit projects or assignments is May 24. Check out for underclassmen will begin on May 24. Last day for underclassmen will be on May 26. Saturday School Details: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Bring your own lunch if staying the whole time.) Mrs. Singer – Navajo Language Mr. Widmaier – Science Mrs. Stanley – Navajo Art Ms. Parrish-Young – Math Ms. Davis – Science Mr. Saganey – Social Studies Mrs. Tagoai - PE

Good morning MVHS Families, There has been an update regarding the mask requirement for public schools across the Navajo Nation. At this time Navajo Nation Public Health Order 2023-002 has presented updated language that states that masks will continue to be optional but not required. It is recommended that all individuals utilize discretion and make the choice that best fits their personal needs. As of today, 5/8/23, masks at Monument Valley High School will to be optional for students and staff. As families, please talk with your students about the expectations you have for your students regarding the personal decision to wear a mask or not wear a mask. Lastly, please continue to be kind and considerate of everyone’s personal decision to wear a mask or not wear a mask. Our school will continue to provide masks for students and staff, as needed. Thank you, MVHS Administration

Monument Valley HS Students - Kayenta, AZ On Saturday, May 6, 2023, MVHS will be hosting a “Saturday School”. This is completely voluntary for students, and you would need to provide your own ride to and from school. (Please sign in at the classroom you will be working in.) Purpose: The purpose of Saturday School is to get caught up or get ahead on assignments or projects. Seniors, the deadline to complete all PLATO Classes is May 16, 2023, and the deadline to submit any classroom projects or assignments will be May 12, 2023. Senior checkout will begin on May 15, 2023. Saturday School Details: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Bring your own lunch if staying the whole time.) Ms. Gramer – English Mr. Widmaier – Science Mrs. Tagoai – PE (Volleyball 11AM-2PM) Ms. Parrish-Young – Math Ms. Haack – Library (8AM-12PM)

Monument Valley High School Persons of the Month •January 2023 Student of the Month – Jazmyn Holiday, MVHS 12th Grader The January Student of the Month is Jazmyn Holiday. Jazmyn is a 12th grader at Monument Valley High School. She is stellar student-athlete who maintains a high-grade point average and work hard in the classroom and on the court. She is an active member of the National Honor Society and Student Government. She continues to be ranked in the top 10 of her cohort. She has maintained the honor through her four years at MVHS. She is currently enrolled in two AP Courses and plans on attending college post high school. •January 2023 Staff of the Month – Audrelia Dugi, MVHS ESS Teacher - Audrelia Dugi is the self-contained teacher at MVHS and has many critical roles that she is responsible for. Her most important includes providing Exceptional Student Services for students who have disabilities that require them to be self-contained and unique needs. She does her job with a smile on her face and her students respect her and follow through with her teachings. She has advocated for transition goals for her students and one of her students is an event work with the MVHS athletic department. Her advocacy for her students and her can-do attitude has earned her certified staff of the month. •January 2023 Staff of the Month – Candace Yellowhair, MVHS Social Worker Candace Yellowhair is in her first year as a social worker at MVHS however, she comes to MVHS with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the Social Work Field. She has taken quick to systems and tasks and take initiative as it pertains to her service to her students she works with. She is in constant collaboration with administration, counselors, teachers, parents and most importantly students. Her ability to also network and work with outside agencies allows MVHS to utilize additional resources to provide the best services for our students and parents. She is a team player and her work at MVHS is invaluable. MVHS is fortunate to have a Social Worker that can advocate for the needs of students and their families.

Monument Valley High School Celebrates Student Success Today, December 15, 2022, Monument Valley High School recognized students for their academic achievement. A school wide assembly was planned and organized by MVHS Staff. Certificates were distributed and highlighted unique aspects of content achievement. Mr. Dodson, MVHS Principal and Mr. Baker, Assistant Principal, recognized two students for their academic and extracurricular achievement: Ellerie Black, 12th Grade and Uzziel Flores-Figuerroa, 11th grade. Administration also wanted to recognize students with Perfect Attendance: Deion Dixon-10th Grade, Daniel Holmes-10th Grade, Hunter Nez-11th Grade, Rashawn Benally-11th Grade. These students have a perfect record of attendance! The special guest at today’s assembly was Keyshawn Whitehorse, Professional Bull Rider from McCracken Spring., UT. He shared some positive words with the students and stuck around to take pictures with anyone who wanted one. Special thanks to MVHS Staff who help organize and plan the assembly and school departments who organized the creation and distribution of certificates. MVHS Staff wishes all students and families a restful holiday break! We look forward to another successful Spring 2023 Semester. Go Mustangs!!