Counseling Newsletter #3

Testing Week at Mountain Vista will be the week of April 13–April 16. Students and their families will begin receiving emails from grade level test coordinators with specific testing times and room assignments over the next week. All exams run approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes for standard testing, and up to 3 hours and 30 minutes for students with accommodations. Classes for all students will begin in the afternoon during testing week. Find the schedule for the week below.

Additional Reminder

All SAT and PSAT exams will be administered digitally using the Bluebook™ app. To ensure a smooth testing experience, please review the following:

• If your student is bringing their own (non-Chromebook) device, they should download or update the Bluebook app at bluebook.app.collegeboard.org and bring their device fully charged on test day.
• Students who do not have a personal device will be provided with a school-managed Chromebook on the day of the test.

Digital Readiness Checks:

• Counselors will meet with 9th and 10th grade students during SAS on March 31 and April 7 to complete the required Digital Readiness Checks.
• Juniors will receive an email with instructions to complete their Digital Readiness Check independently.

Mountain Vista Counseling Department will host Sycamore Learning for a SAT Class on April 1st and 2nd. The cost is $125.

As of March 23, the Class of 2026 has just 34 days of school remaining—finish strong!

A few important reminders:

1. Students stay on top of your classes. You’re almost at the finish line—keep pushing!
2. Community Service Hours are due by May 1st. A list of students who still need hours is posted outside the Counseling Office. Counselors will be reaching out to seniors who are short on hours over the next week to make sure they have a plan.

3. College-Bound Seniors:
   In early April, you will receive an email regarding scholarships and grants you’ve been awarded. Please take a few minutes to submit that information to Mrs. Cagle at lori.cagle@dcsdk12.org or through the provided online form.

4. Parents: Please watch for the Senior Newsletter for information on how to get handicapped seats. Tickets are not required for graduation unless handicapped seating is needed.
5. Caps and gowns will be distributed on Monday, May 18, following the Senior Breakfast which will be from 8:45 - 11:00 am.

The Construction Industry Training Council (CITC) will be on campus to meet with students interested in pursuing a construction trades apprenticeships. The visit will take place on Wednesday, April 1, from 10:00–11:00 a.m. in the Library Conference Room. Counselors have invited students who have expressed interest. If you have any questions or wonder if your student has put themselves on the list, please contact your student’s counselor.

Students are invited to attend the Apprenticeship Career Expo being hosted by Apprenticeship Colorado!

• When: April 28, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

• Where: African American Trade Association (1635 Paris Street, Aurora, CO 80010)

• Registration Form