The Roar
August 2, 2026
Freshman Only Day: August 3rd
Freshmen, August 3, 2026
- Students will begin in the Arena at 8:30 am for a Welcome Assembly!
- Enter through the Accelerator/White Box.
- We understand that not all freshmen have an ID, but all will still walk through the weapon detectors (see details below).
- We will connect our freshmen with their Jag Connect Teachers (their advisory teachers) after the Assembly.
- Jag Connect Teachers will be posted alphabetically near the Arena and Student Ambassadors will be available to direct.
- Jag Connect Teachers will instruct students on the Orientation Day Schedule.
- Students will attend classes, go on a school tour, and learn about CVHS.
- Students will receive their Chromebook and login information on this day.
Students will need to purchase both breakfast and lunch or bring their own meal on this day.
Please send a packed lunch or cash.
Exception- Free and Reduced Lunch Applicants
All Student Return: August 4th
Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors- August 4th, 2026
- All students will begin their day in Period 1.
- First Period Teachers will be posted alphabetically at the White Box and Student Ambassadors will be available to direct.
- Returning students need to bring their Chromebooks charged and ready to use.
New Students (Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors) to Canyon View
- New-to-CVHS students will begin their day in Period 1 and will be given access to their schedule if needed.
- Returning students will have access to their schedules through Studentvue.
- Period 1 Teachers will be posted alphabetically at the White Box and Student.
- Ambassadors will be available on campus to help you find your way!
- New Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors will receive their Chromebook and login information during Advisory.
2026-2027 Bell Schedule
School Hours
- Gates open at 7:45 am each day.
- Students may not be on campus prior to 7:45 am.
- Classes start at 8:30 am. Students MUST be in their seat by 8:30 am.
- All campus gates will lock at 8:30 am for the duration of the school day.
- All visitors and students arriving after 8:30 am will be required to check-in at the Welcome Center Lobby.
- School dismissal is at 3:15 pm(M,T, Th, F)/1:30 pm (W). Students not involved in after-school programs will be required to leave campus by 3:30 pm (M, T, Th, F)/1:30 pm (W). The campus gates will be closed and locked at the time.
Safety and Security
CVHS Safety Procedures
As a reminder, weapon detectors are placed at each entry point into the Campus- The Accelerator, The Welcome Center and Bus Drop-Off. All students and campus visitors must pass through the weapon detectors. The detectors are mobile and will also be utilized for entry into the school for things such as theater performances or sporting events.
- Please review the CVHS Weapon Detector Policy.
Student Drop-off and Pick-up
If you are transporting your student to school, drop-off and pick-up are located at the front of the Accelerator and Welcome Center only. All students must enter through the weapon detectors at the Accelerator.
- Parents are prohibited from dropping off students in the student parking lot (Southwest lot) or the north side lots (Busses only).
- Please drive slowly and carefully. Watch for student walkers. Follow all traffic and driving ordinances.
Senior Sunrise: August 5 at 5am at the Jaguar Stadium
Student Parking: Juniors and Seniors
- Click this link for more details and to get registered: 26-27 Parking Application
- Due to limited availability, parking is reserved for Juniors and Seniors only.
- Please upload and fill out everything completely.
- Parking approval & fee emails have begun to roll out. Please be patient if you have not received yours yet; our Bookstore team is working hard to get all fee emails sent out by Friday afternoon.
- SENIORS who are painting their spots - please turn in your painting designs to the Bookstore by Friday, August 14.
- Paint design forms can be picked up in the Bookstore or you can assess them online: https://cvhs.aguafria.org/departments/bookstore
Pick up your parking pass in the Bookstore during regular business hours tomorrow, Mondya, 8/3.
No Parking in the neighborhood or on the side streets! Only in student lots!
If you have questions, come to the bookstore.
Food Services: Meal Benefit Application
Applications can also be completed online at: https://www.aguafria.org/Page/971
Students may qualify for meal benefits based on:
Household income
Foster, Migrant, Runaway, or Homeless status
Participation in SNAP, TANF, or FDPI
Important: Students who qualified for meal benefits last school year must reapply to continue receiving benefits this year.
Online Meal Payments through LINQ Connect
LINQ Connect is an online payment service that allows parents to pay for meals securely, monitor student cafeteria purchases, and receive email notifications for low account balances.
Click Here to Register Online for LINQ Connect
1. Go to https://linqconnect.com/register or download the app and register for an account.
2. Activate your account and add students. You will need your student's name and school ID number.
3. Provide your credit or debit card information.
If you have any further questions, please visit https://linqconnect.com/main/faq.
Riding the Bus? Please Read: Important
Transportation can be set up using BusRight and the app (both in English and Spanish). Please contact the transportation department directly regarding any transportation needs. Here is the transportation contact information.
Please use these links for transportation:
School ID and Yearbook Pictures
School ID Photos and Yearbook Photos (Grades 9-11):
- All students are required to have their ID on their person at all times while on campus.
- School ID's are essential for riding the bus, checking out books, attending school events, purchasing lunch, and are an important safety requirement.
- August 7th- grades 9-10 will take their Yearbook and ID Pictures. Click HERE for the link to order school pictures.
Senior Yearbook Pictures Only:
- Grads Photography is our official Senior Photographer.
- All Seniors will need to make an appointment with Grads for a free sitting session in a tux or drape.
- Families can choose to purchase the pictures, but this is not required.
- Please click the link below to make an appointment: CLICK HERE.
- Senior yearbook pictures have to be taken by Grads; other picture submissions will not be allowed.
CVHS Counselor's Corner
We are excited and ready to serve our Jaguar families!
The beginning of the school year is a high peak season for the Counseling Department. Your questions and concerns matter and providing the best service is important to us. Your patience and understanding is greatly appreciated. Our counselors will respond to questions within 24- 48 business hours.
Who is my counselor?
Our counselors will be organized in a unique way this year as we transition into an Academy Model. They will each oversee an Academy. Ms. Pham will be our Freshmen Academy Counselor while all others oversee sophomores within their Academy. Juniors and Seniors will be assigned by last name. Please see the organization and contact information below.
Mrs. Jill Thomas at jthomas@aguafria.org
- Lead Counselor, SSI-Sports Med, 12th Grade A-C
Mrs. Danielle Sanders at dsanders@aguafria.org
- Science, Service and Innovation (SSI)
Mrs. Randi Riggs at rriggs@aguafria.org
- Creative Arts and Media, 12th Grade D-N
Mrs. Rebecca Mayse at rmayse@aguafria.org
- Business Design and Technology (BDT), 12th Grade O-Z
Ms. Stephanie Pham at spham@aguafria.org
- Freshmen Academy (will only Grade 9)
Student/Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement Form
We are a 1:1 campus. All students will be issued a Chromebook to use throughout the duration of the school year. The Chromebook is to be used by your student for the sole purpose of accessing educationally appropriate materials, information, programs, and websites. The District will retain full ownership of all Chromebook, equipment, and software. Families have the opportunity to purchase a Device Protection Plan through the district, recommended to minimize any costs that may arise during the school year. Families who choose not to purchase the Device Protection Plan are 100% responsible for all repair and replacement costs. For details of the plan/how to purchase click: www.aguafria.org/dpp.
Co-Curriculars
Co-Curriculars= Athletics & Clubs
At Canyon View, we believe that student academic success is closely tied to participation in co-curricular programs such as Athletics and Clubs on campus. All students are encouraged to tryout or join a co-curricular activity at Canyon View.
Athletics:
- All students who plan to try out for a sport must have an updated physical and documents completed in Final Forms, instructions also found using the link.
- 8/3- Football and Golf Practice Begins
- 8/10 All other Fall Sports Tryouts
Club Rush:
- August 17- 21 visit the tables in front of the White Box during A and B lunches to find out about more about our clubs and sign up to join!
Athletic Director Message
Mandatory Fall Parent Meeting 8/17 6 pm
If your student makes a fall sports team there is a Mandatory Parent Meeting in the Accelerator at 6 pm.
Final Forms- Athletic Clearance
All students who plan to participate in workouts or practices (pre-season and off season) will need to be cleared prior to participating. Any questions you have please contact: Athletic Assistant-Michele Ellis at mellis@aguafria.org
School Media Information
Canyon View High School utilizes Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and Remind 101 for school updates. Please use the QR code below to access all social media.
Messages specific to students and parents only will be sent via Remind 101. Please sign-up for Remind 101 at:
Canyon View High School
Email: lreid@aguafria.org
Website: https://www.aguafria.org/Domain/1219
Location: Canyon View High School, North Perryville Road, Waddell, AZ, USA
Phone: 623-932-7600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aguafria.org/?ref=bookmarks
Twitter: @CVHSJags