VHS
Updates For This week - Viking Families!!!
Here are a few important reminders for all Valley Families:
Minimum Days October:
10/27 & 10/28- Minimum day for all VHS students:
Instructional Time: 8:30 -12:35
Lunch: 12:35- 1:05- Gran & Go Lunch. All students must Clear Campus on these days.
October 2026
10/21/26 - Black Affinity Group Family Gathering - VHS Library @ 6:00 pm
10/23/ 26 Football Game - cancelled
10/27/26 - Cash For College -VHS Library @ 6:00 -8:00 PM
10/29/26 - Fall Festival -3:45 - 6:30 PM @ VHS
10/30/26 - FOOTBALL VS MILLENNIUM @ CRC 5:00- 8:00 pm
NOVEMBER 2026
11/5/26- Color Run @ VHS 3:45 PM -6:00 PM
NO SCH. 11/11/2026
11/18/2026- Ruby Bridges Walk To School Day ( Wear Purple)
11/23- 11/27- Thanksgiving Break No SCH
***All students must be picked up after all games and student activities. Students may not hang out in the parking lots or in game stadiums after the game ends.
All students are expected to be in their assigned class during instructional time. If a student is not in their assigned class during instructional time, parents will be contacted and informed.
Please communicate with your student about the importance of being in class during instructional time.
**All electronic devices, including META Glasses, Smartwatches, Cell phones, AirPods, or any other types of headphones, are not permitted during instructional time.
Sacramento Kings 🦁Attendance Initiative!🏀
EGUSD Attendance Improvement Office and Valley High School are excited to announce the Sacramento Kings Attendance Initiative!
Valley High School students with a 95% or better attendance rate will be entered into a lottery to win free tickets to a Kings game in October or November. There will be 100 student winners. Each winner receives one ticket, plus a free ticket for an adult of their choice.
Thank you to our families and students for your commitment to being at school.
EGUSD Attendance Improvement Office & Valley High School
Family Lunch Day Changed to November 4, 2026
Attention, all Viking Families,
Family lunch day has been changed to Wednesday, November 4th, 2026. Please plan accordingly.
Senior Portraits Due November 13, 2026
Big Smiles will be coming again this year to our campus to see kids who are in need of dental care, and parents can sign the consent form online.
Website for Parents to Enroll: https://www.myschooldentist.com/36648_schsrm
New Date: TBD
Lunch Intervention Mondays Only
This year's lunch intervention will only be offered during Monday at lunch.
Students get 4 points of the NPL for attending.
New Front Office Entrance
October Calendar
Thriving Thursdays are BACK!!!!🎉🎊
Sign Up to Attend Thriving Thursday
Complete this form to get a pass for any Thriving Thursday session you wish to attend.
Perks for Attending:
* Learn valuable life skills
* You will receive 5 Star points (applies to all, including those on the NPL).
* You earn lunch intervention points.
* Your pass will be delivered before lunch as a reminder.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSew90GgETJMO8y0OSeL2EualsVU-CTLtfxggYqRuGs5eHGXIQ/viewform
Multilingual Tutoring after school in H1 Thursdays and Fridays
Assets Enrichment after school programing
Here are the Assets Enrichment after school programing for the month of September. The list will be updating monthly with any new clubs.
Joshua Sabillon
Assets Program Manager
Valley High School
Email: jsabillo@egusd.net
Educational Benefits Form
Hello VHS Families.
This is Principal Champion. We need your help! If you haven't already done so, we need you to fill out the Educational Benefits Form. The more forms we fill out the more money we have to fund meals, reduce class sizes, provide mental health services, along with so much else. It should only take a few minutes to fill this form out. You can do this on ParentVue (see included directions) or you can print the form (also included), fill it out and return it to the main office.
What you will need to provide during the application process:
- The names and incomes of every member of your household
- The school, grade, birthdate of every student in your household
- Your electronic signature
- (Optional) A valid email address or phone number for district communication about the status of the application.
Universal Benefits Application- English
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
Universal Benefits Application- Spanish
Campus Parking Permit Only
All Valley Parking lots are now permit-only.
All vehicles parked on the Valley High School campus during construction must have a parking permit displayed in the window or on the dash. No exceptions.
If you do not have a parking permit, please park on the street.
Vikings,
All parking on Valley Campus now requires a permit. If you do not have a permit, please park on the street.
Parents, when school is out at 3:30, students can not walk in the same direction while buses are entering campus.
We are asking all students who exit campus in the bus parking area on the center parking way to walk toward CRC, not toward Ehrhardt AVE. There is no sidewalk for the students to walk in this direction, and the buses are entering campus in this area.
Back to School Night Sept.3, 2026, 5:30 pm -7:00 pm.
Dismissal Routes:
Center Parkway Driveway: Buses and permit parking only
Students exiting from Center Parkway must walk toward CRC to meet their families, as buses will block the driveway and reroute pedestrians.
Pick up students at the main gym or use the Carlin Avenue gate, which opens this afternoon for family pick-up via the paved route.
Attendance Improvement Program
In Elk Grove Unified School District, every student plays a unique role and has a promising future in our community. Our 'You Belong Here' campaign is a testament to the value of showing up, not just for class, but for every opportunity to learn and grow. Regular attendance is more than just being present; it's about actively participating in a shared journey towards success, where your engagement and involvement are key.
When you attend school regularly, you're setting yourself up for academic achievement, building essential life skills, and strengthening your sense of belonging. Each day you're here, you engage in meaningful lessons, collaborate with peers, and receive support from teachers who are invested in your progress. This sense of belonging is what makes our community supportive and connected. Consistent attendance helps you stay on track with your studies, reduces stress, and builds confidence.
Remember, every day you come to school, you contribute to a vibrant, supportive community where you matter. Your presence in class not only enriches the learning experience for your peers but also fosters a sense of unity and belonging. Together, we can create a learning environment where everyone thrives. So, let's make the most of every school day—because you belong here, and your presence makes all the difference.
Join us, parents and educators, in making each day count! Your support and encouragement play a crucial role in ensuring students attend school regularly and actively participate in the learning process.
🚗School Parking, Drop-Off, and Dismissal Updates🚗
Welcome back to campus!
See below for Parking, Pick-up/Drop-off, and dismissal updates.
The Center Parkway lot is permit-only; you must have a permit. No entrance without a permit.
Morning drop-off Areas:
On Center Parkway
Back Parking lot near Main GYM
Carlin Avenue
Drop off students in the back lot by the gym before 8:25. All gates leading to campus will close.
All students and families needing to enter campus after 8:25 must use the Center Parkway entrance.
Carlin Avenue (located in the neighborhood behind the gym) is also available for drop-off.
A paved walking path leads to the main gym entrance. The Carlin gate closes at 8:15 a.m., and the gym gate closes at 8:25 am.
Dismissal Routes:
Center Parkway Driveway: Buses and permit parking only
Students exiting from Center Parkway must walk toward CRC to meet their families, as buses will block the driveway and reroute pedestrians.
Pick up students at the main gym or use the Carlin Avenue gate, which opens this afternoon for family pick-up via the paved route.
We ask that families communicate with their student about where they plan to meet their student after dismissal.
School Calendar & Bell Schedule
Student Planners📓
Parents you can use this tool together at home to check daily homework and upcoming projects.
Take a look at this year's design below
📲📱📞Cell🚫 Phones 📞📲🚫
We are so excited to learn and grow together this year. To help us build a focused learning environment where every student can do their best work, we are keeping our classroom phone-free.
- Our goal is for our students to be fully present with each other during class.
- We ask that phones stay tucked away during lesson times.
- This includes quick trips out of the room, like restroom breaks. Phones must be left inside the classroom.
Students CAN use cell phones during these times:
- Before School
- Passing period
- Lunch
- After school
We truly appreciate your support and teamwork!!!
Attention Freshmen💫
🔌💻🔌 Charged chromebooks required 🔌💻🔌
All students will need a charged Chromebook for school. Please charge your Chromebooks the night before school!!
Please bring your Chromebook charger to school
The library DOES NOT give out chargers.
- VHS DOES NOT issue loaner Chromebooks.
If you need to swap your broken Chromebook, please fill out this form.
Everything College and Career
Event Information
Don't forget to follow our Career Center Google Classroom and Instagram (@vhs.careercenter) accounts for all things college and career, including:
- College Presentations
- Work Permits/Job Information
- Financial Aid Workshops
- Scholarships
- Career Fairs and events
- Dual Enrollment and MORE!
Google Classroom code: q2cddxr
Have a great year!
Join Valley Cross Country – 2026 Season!
My name is Coach Millholland, and I am the Head Cross Country Coach at Valley High School. I would like to invite ALL Valley students to come out and join our Cross Country team this fall!
🏃 ALL RUNNERS ARE WELCOME!
You do not need to be an experienced runner to join Cross Country. We welcome students of all ability and experience levels. Whether you want to:
• Get in shape and improve your fitness
• Prepare for another sport
• Meet new people and be part of a team
• Challenge yourself and see how fast you can become
• Represent Valley High School in competition
Cross Country is for you!
📅 PRACTICE INFORMATION
First Practice: Thursday, August 13 — the first day of school
Practice Days: Monday-Friday
Time: 3:50-5:30 PM at the latest
Location: Valley High School
Come ready to run, work hard, have fun, and be part of the Valley Cross Country family!
📱 STAY CONNECTED
Join our GroupMe! https://groupme.com/join_group/109290652/gMlodVqh
GroupMe is the primary way I communicate with athletes about practices, meets, schedule changes, and team announcements.
Follow us on Instagram: @ValleyXCountry
❓ QUESTIONS?
📧 Email Coach Millholland at Jmillhol@egusd.net
📍 Or stop by Room G2
We are looking forward to another great season. Come give Cross Country a try and see what you can accomplish!
ONE TEAM. ONE GOAL. ONE VALLEY.
See you at practice!
Coach Millholland
Head Cross Country Coach
Valley High School
Free Food Distribution
Our free food distribution is happening on Thursdays
from 3:45-5:15 at Calvine High School, 8333 Vintage Park Dr.
All are welcome! Families, Staff, and Community Members
Please see all future food distribution dates below:
Oct. 15th - 3:45-5:15
Nov. 5th & 19th - 3:45-5:15
Dec. 3rd & 17th - 3:45-5:15
Attention Class of 2027 !!!!
Class of 2027! It is time to start booking your senior portraits.
Directions and FAQs attached.
