Spartan Weekly Update Sept. 22-26
- Regular Monday Schedule 0-6
- Dress for Success Monday - Earn 2 Detentions Off Learn More
- Odd Block Schedule
- Club Rush @ Lunch in Quad
WEDNESDAY 9/24
- Even Block Schedule
- Club Rush @ Lunch in Quad
- HOCO Ticket Flash Sale
THURSDAY 9/25
- Odd Block Schedule
- E-Bike Safety Training with Sheriff McDermott, Library at Lunch
- College Thursday - Wear College Spirit Gear - 1 Detention Off
FRIDAY 9/26
- Even Block Schedule
- Spirit Friday - Wear VP Gear - 1 Detention Off
Taking the Advanced Placement exams is an important part of all AP courses. Villa Park High School desires that all students take AP exams for the AP classes that they have taken. Scoring well on an AP exam can often earn students college credit for their high school class, saving a significant amount on tuition.
For the 2026 AP exams, students at Villa Park High School will be registering online. Online Exam registration will begin on Monday, September 15, 2025. The AP exam registration process is two steps, but both can be completed in one sitting when the student and parent/guardian do this together. Both steps must be completed in order to have AP exams ordered:
- Step 1: Login to or create your College Board account. https://myap.collegeboard.org
- Step 2: Complete the College Board enrollment process.
- Step 3: Login to or create your Total Registration account. Here you will indicate both the AP courses you are taking this year and the exams you wish to take. You will receive your join codes and directions to complete the second required step. Any exam fees will be paid online so be sure to have a debit card or credit card available before beginning registration. www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/052279.
- Step 4: Use the join codes provided at the completion of step three to enroll the student's AP courses and exams in the College Board's system, if not already done in step two. This step MUST be completed in order for exams to be ordered from the College Board in May.
**Returning AP exam students should use the same email address as last year. Also, all information in Total Registration and College Board MUST match exactly- name, email, etc... Do not use your student email address, please use a personal email account.**
This year each AP exam costs $110. Villa Park High School desires that every student be able to take their AP exams. Students requiring financial assistance should contact Ms. Victoria Luong, vluong@orangeusd.org or Mrs. Shasta Campbell, scampbell@orangeusd.org, in the Counseling Office.
AP Registration Procedures
AP Exams Spring 2026 Letter
AP Exams Spring 2026 Important Dates
5-Star Digital Student ID - Required for Short Day Release
Hello Spartan Families,
To improve campus security and streamline student dismissal, Villa Park High School is implementing a new procedure for students who leave campus early.
Effective Monday, August 25th, all students who have a Short Day Period or Athletic Release Period will be required to present their 5-Star Student Digital ID card when exiting the security checkpoint in the front of campus.
To be dismissed, the digital ID must display the appropriate Short-Day Release Badge, which will be visible on the student’s 5-Star home screen. This badge verifies their eligibility for an early dismissal.
How to Access Your Digital ID:
Students can access their digital ID by downloading the 5-Star Students app on their mobile device.
No Phone? No Problem.
Students who do not have access to a mobile device can report to the Counseling Office before their dismissal time to receive a short day sticker on their physical ID card. This will serve as their pass to exit campus.
We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a safe and secure campus for everyone.
Thank you,
Villa Park High School Administration
Student Conduct & Guidelines 2025-2026
Take a moment to review the VPHS Student Conduct & Guidelines for 2025-2026. To give students the best educational experience possible, it's important that students not only are aware of the rules, they abide by them. Administration and staff will make sure to build a culture of accountability so that students may thrive.
- Student Attendance: Students who arrive late to class after the bell rings for each period are tardy. There is a 6-minute passing period to move from class to class. Students who earn 4 tardies will be assigned a lunch detention. We appreciate parent support in encouraging students to be prompt and show up to classes on time!
- Student Conduct Guidelines 25-26: Outline of student behavior and consequences administered by Student Services (Discipline). Please take a moment to review school policies on the following topics:
- Attendance Policy
- Saturday School & Loss of Activities
- Lunch Detention
- Campus Deliveries
- Dress Code
- Student Parking
Click Here to Review Student Conduct Guidelines
- Attendance: Parents must call or deliver a note to the Attendance Office within 72 hours to clear a student's absence. Students will be held accountable for their attendance through lunch detentions or Saturday School for unexcused absences. If a student is absent from school, they must provide an excuse for an absence (Illness, Personal, Medical Appointment, etc.). Calls to attendance can be made to (714) 532-8020.
Senior Yearbook Photo Information
PSS Imaging, Inc. is excited to offer Senior Sessions for the 2025-2026 school year at our Anaheim Studio located at 1240 N Jefferson St, Ste K, Anaheim, CA 92807. Sessions will fill up quickly so please schedule at your soonest convenience!
How to Schedule:
1. Please visit pssimaging.net and select “Schedule Session” or scan the QR Code.
2. From the drop-down menu select "Senior". Here you will find additional information on how to schedule and what to expect during your senior session.
Important Session Information:
Exciting News! You can now purchase your Senior Session at the time of scheduling. When you arrive at your senior session you can relax and enjoy time with your senior.
Your school's yearbook staff will only accept yearbook poses from PSS Imaging Inc. Sessions need to be paid in full at the time of your scheduling. Session fees are mandatory for the time and talent of our photographers, retouching on selected yearbook images, and timely submission of your yearbook selection to your yearbook staff. All sessions are non-refundable. At least 24-hour notice for cancellations or change of appointment must be provided. If you do not show up or cancel after the given window your session fee will be forfeited (no refund will be available and will not apply to a new session). We ask only one parent or guardian to be present for the senior sessions, we are unable to accommodate multiple family members or children in our photography area. Please arrive 10 minutes before your session time to enjoy accommodation and prepare for your session. We ask your student to arrive ready with clothing, hair, and make-up done if needed. Please visit the "View and Order Galleries"- Seniors for after-session Information.
For additional information regarding senior sessions, contact us by e-mail at pssimaging@msn.com or by phone at (714) 630-7785.
We look forward to providing you with outstanding portraits!
SENIOR INFORMATION LETTER - DOWNLOAD
PSS IMAGING INFORMATION - DOWNLOAD
Eye Glasses Donation
Do you, a family member or friend have eyeglasses you no longer need? A student at Villa Park is running a nonprofit organization that donates them to those in need! Bring in your glasses in a bag with your name and drop them off at the Counseling office.
Spartan Spotlight: Lily Durell
One of Lily’s favorite memories so far has been competing at cross country meets, where she enjoys the energy and teamwork. She is also looking forward to Villa Park’s upcoming choir concert and staying active on campus.
Spartan Spotlight: Janella Ambriz
Looking ahead, Janelle is especially excited for homecoming this year. She can’t wait to take part in the traditions, school spirit, and memories that come with it, all while continuing to stay active and engaged in the VPHS community.
Spartan Teacher Spotlight: Mr. Fabian
After student teaching in Garden Grove, he joined Villa Park High School in 2020 as a science teacher. For him, the best part of the job is working with students, teaching them science, supporting them as they prepare for college, and being there to listen and guide when needed. One of his favorite memories at VPHS is taking part in the Halloween shows each year alongside Ms. Corbett, an event he looks forward to sharing with students.
College Planning Checklist
Parent vs. Student Responsibilities
Which College Admission Process best suits you?
Support VPHS Dance Team 2025
We are raising funds to pay for costumes, assistant coaches, and competition expenses that are required for a successful program. Fundraising is an important part of how we pay for those costs. We appreciate every donation!
- Coach Howerton & VPHS Dance
Follow VPHS Teams on Social Media!
Please check out the VP Sports schedule for the latest game schedule, results, and events.
If you are on Instagram, follow our teams to stay updated on game results, schedules, and other team-related events:
- VPHS Boys Basketball
- VPHS Girls Basketball
- VPHS Hockey
- VPHS Rugby (NEW)
- VPHS Boys Soccer
- VPHS Girls Soccer
- VPHS Girls Wrestling (NEW)
- VPHS Wrestling
- VPHS Aquatics - Water Polo Boys (Fall) Girls (Winter) Swimming (Spring)
- VPHS Cheer & Stunt
- VPHS Cross Country (Fall)
- VPHS esports
- VPHS Football (Fall)
- VPHS Flag Football (Fall)
- VPHS Girls Golf (Fall)
- VPHS Girls Tennis (Fall)
- VPHS Girls Volleyball (Fall)
- VPHS Baseball (Spring)
- VPHS Boys Golf (Spring)
- VPHS Boys Volleyball (Spring)
- VPHS Softball (Spring)
- VPHS Boys Tennis (Spring)
- VPHS Track & Field (Spring)
Sept. 23-24 - Club Rush
Sept. 24 HOCO Ticket Flash Sale
Sept. 29 - Fall Sports Assembly (Rescheduled Date)
Oct. 13-17 - Homecoming Week
Oct. 15 - End of 1st Quarter, Minimum Day 0-6
Oct. 17 - Homecoming Game @ Fred Kelly Stadium
Oct. 18 - Homecoming Dance 7pm @ VPHS
VPHS Fundrasing Opportunities
We’re happy to announce that a new webpage has been created, in response to parent feedback, to collect all fundraiser events that occur throughout the school year. VPHS Fundraiser Events is now open for all sports teams and boosters, clubs, classes, and VPHS-affiliated organizations who wish to promote their upcoming fundraisers.
Should you wish you promote your event, please contact Mr. Pongco at jpongco@orangeusd.org. We are able to feature events on our newsletter, this new webpage, and in school email broadcasts to our parents and students.
