🏫✨ CGUHSD Open Houses – You’re Invited! ✨🏫
Future students and families are invited to attend the CGUHSD Open Houses on
📅 Thursday, January 15, 2026
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
All campuses will be open, including:
• Casa Grande Union High School
• Vista Grande High School
• PACE High School
This is your chance to preview our schools before registration opens. Learn about academic pathways, extracurricular opportunities, the registration process, and what to expect when transitioning to high school. Tour classrooms, meet staff and students, and explore which campus is the right fit for you.
📌 Open enrollment applications for the 2026–27 school year will be available in January.
Scan the QR codes on the flyer for campus-specific details.
We look forward to welcoming you to our campuses! 🎓🐾
Future students and families are invited to attend the CGUHSD Open Houses on
📅 Thursday, January 15, 2026
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
All campuses will be open, including:
• Casa Grande Union High School
• Vista Grande High School
• PACE High School
This is your chance to preview our schools before registration opens. Learn about academic pathways, extracurricular opportunities, the registration process, and what to expect when transitioning to high school. Tour classrooms, meet staff and students, and explore which campus is the right fit for you.
📌 Open enrollment applications for the 2026–27 school year will be available in January.
Scan the QR codes on the flyer for campus-specific details.
We look forward to welcoming you to our campuses! 🎓🐾
🏀⚽ NEW ELECTIVE OFFERING – Semester 2 ⚾🏈
Vista Grande High School is excited to introduce a brand new elective starting in January:
👉 INTRO TO SPORTS OFFICIATING
Interested in sports, leadership, or staying involved in athletics? This course is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals of sports officiating while exploring opportunities both in high school and beyond.
Course Highlights:
• Earn 0.5 elective credit
• Learn how to become a certified sports official
• Perfect for athletes and sports fans
• Explore career pathways in sports and athletics
• Gain access to flexible job opportunities during high school and beyond
📧 Interested in signing up?
Email your School Counselor to register or to learn more!
Vista Grande High School is excited to introduce a brand new elective starting in January:
👉 INTRO TO SPORTS OFFICIATING
Interested in sports, leadership, or staying involved in athletics? This course is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals of sports officiating while exploring opportunities both in high school and beyond.
Course Highlights:
• Earn 0.5 elective credit
• Learn how to become a certified sports official
• Perfect for athletes and sports fans
• Explore career pathways in sports and athletics
• Gain access to flexible job opportunities during high school and beyond
📧 Interested in signing up?
Email your School Counselor to register or to learn more!
❄️🎶 You’re Invited to a Winter Concert! 🎶❄️
Vista Grande High School proudly presents A Winter Concert featuring the incredible talents of:
✨ Vista Grande Color Guard
🥁 Vista Grande Percussion Ensemble
🎺 Vista Grande Concert Band
📅 Tuesday, December 17, 2025
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Vista Grande High School Auditorium
🎟️ Free Admission
Under the direction of Alex Moore, our students have been working hard to prepare a beautiful evening of music and performance. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a festive night celebrating the season and our talented Spartans! 💙🎼
Vista Grande High School proudly presents A Winter Concert featuring the incredible talents of:
✨ Vista Grande Color Guard
🥁 Vista Grande Percussion Ensemble
🎺 Vista Grande Concert Band
📅 Tuesday, December 17, 2025
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Vista Grande High School Auditorium
🎟️ Free Admission
Under the direction of Alex Moore, our students have been working hard to prepare a beautiful evening of music and performance. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a festive night celebrating the season and our talented Spartans! 💙🎼
We have finalized the bell schedule for upcoming final exams. Final exams will be held December 18th and 19th. Please review the details below:
Finals Bell Schedule
Period 0: 7:10–8:05 (55 minutes)
Period 1 / 2: 8:10–9:30 (80 minutes)
Period 3 / 4: 9:40–11:00 (80 minutes)
Period 5 / 6: 11:10–12:30 (80 minutes)
Lunch: 12:30–1:05 PM
All students will report to the Commons during this time. Classroom buildings will be locked.
Dismissal:
Students who walk, drive, or are picked up may leave at 12:30 PM.
Students who ride the bus will remain in the Commons for lunch. Buses will depart campus at 1:05 PM.
Thank you for your patience and support as we work to provide the best possible finals experience for our students. Please reach out with any questions that you may have.
Finals Bell Schedule
Period 0: 7:10–8:05 (55 minutes)
Period 1 / 2: 8:10–9:30 (80 minutes)
Period 3 / 4: 9:40–11:00 (80 minutes)
Period 5 / 6: 11:10–12:30 (80 minutes)
Lunch: 12:30–1:05 PM
All students will report to the Commons during this time. Classroom buildings will be locked.
Dismissal:
Students who walk, drive, or are picked up may leave at 12:30 PM.
Students who ride the bus will remain in the Commons for lunch. Buses will depart campus at 1:05 PM.
Thank you for your patience and support as we work to provide the best possible finals experience for our students. Please reach out with any questions that you may have.
Save the Date!
Join us for the 4th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service on Monday, January 19th, 2026 at Peart Park.
Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy by making it “a day on, not a day off.”
🕙 Event starts at 10 AM
📍 350 E 6th St., Casa Grande, AZ 85122
More details coming soon—mark your calendars! ❤️🤝
Join us for the 4th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service on Monday, January 19th, 2026 at Peart Park.
Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy by making it “a day on, not a day off.”
🕙 Event starts at 10 AM
📍 350 E 6th St., Casa Grande, AZ 85122
More details coming soon—mark your calendars! ❤️🤝
Calling All Community Members!
Vista Grande High School is seeking volunteers for our 2nd Annual VGHS Mock Interview Event on Thursday, February 26th!
Help us prepare our seniors for life after graduation by giving them real-world interview experience. Your participation will help students build confidence and gain the critical interview skills they need for jobs, college, and beyond.
Volunteer Shifts Available:
• 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Whether you can join us for one session or all three, your support makes a big impact.
Interested in volunteering? Please register here: https://forms.office.com/r/25iudD7zft
Thank you for helping us empower our future graduates!
Vista Grande High School is seeking volunteers for our 2nd Annual VGHS Mock Interview Event on Thursday, February 26th!
Help us prepare our seniors for life after graduation by giving them real-world interview experience. Your participation will help students build confidence and gain the critical interview skills they need for jobs, college, and beyond.
Volunteer Shifts Available:
• 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Whether you can join us for one session or all three, your support makes a big impact.
Interested in volunteering? Please register here: https://forms.office.com/r/25iudD7zft
Thank you for helping us empower our future graduates!
VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL – PICTURE RETAKES
Thursday, December 4th
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Agora
Does your student need a new photo?
Send them to the Agora during retake hours!
🖼️ Still Want to Order Pictures?
Orders can be placed through Rembrandt Photography:
🌐 rembrandtpics.com
📞 520-797-9200
📦 Already Paid for Pictures?
Students who purchased photos on the original Picture Day and did not receive them today will receive their photo packages on Monday by their 2.5 Spartan Time teacher.
📚 2025–2026 YEARBOOKS & SENIOR ADS ON SALE!
Yearbooks are limited and the price will increase soon.
💲 Current Price: $65
🛒 Order at yearbookordercenter.com
🔢 Order Number: 16131
Secure your copy now before they’re gone!
Thursday, December 4th
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Agora
Does your student need a new photo?
Send them to the Agora during retake hours!
🖼️ Still Want to Order Pictures?
Orders can be placed through Rembrandt Photography:
🌐 rembrandtpics.com
📞 520-797-9200
📦 Already Paid for Pictures?
Students who purchased photos on the original Picture Day and did not receive them today will receive their photo packages on Monday by their 2.5 Spartan Time teacher.
📚 2025–2026 YEARBOOKS & SENIOR ADS ON SALE!
Yearbooks are limited and the price will increase soon.
💲 Current Price: $65
🛒 Order at yearbookordercenter.com
🔢 Order Number: 16131
Secure your copy now before they’re gone!
FAFSA Assistance Opportunities
Parents and Guardians,
We want to ensure your student receives the support they need to complete the FAFSA and access financial aid opportunities.
We will be hosting a FAFSA Workshop this Friday, December 5th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Front Office. Please register for FAFSA Friday by completing this form: https://forms.office.com/r/wWxsK6ysyr
GearUp NAU is also providing virtual FAFSA assistance available on most weeknights and weekends, please scan the QR code on the flyer. Support is offered in both English and Spanish to accommodate your family’s needs.
Parents and Guardians,
We want to ensure your student receives the support they need to complete the FAFSA and access financial aid opportunities.
We will be hosting a FAFSA Workshop this Friday, December 5th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Front Office. Please register for FAFSA Friday by completing this form: https://forms.office.com/r/wWxsK6ysyr
GearUp NAU is also providing virtual FAFSA assistance available on most weeknights and weekends, please scan the QR code on the flyer. Support is offered in both English and Spanish to accommodate your family’s needs.
‼️📆 Important Upcoming Dates 📆‼️
Please note the important upcoming dates below. As the semester comes to an end, be sure to remain on target with your attendance and grades.
📝Check in with your teachers to ensure missing assignments are turned in, mastery assessments are completed at your best level, and grades are updated.
⏰Monitor your absences and tardies on PowerSchool. If you believe there are errors, meet with your teacher to remedy. PNCs (Potential No Credit) can affect your overall success.
17 days left until winter break, finish strong. 💪
Please note the important upcoming dates below. As the semester comes to an end, be sure to remain on target with your attendance and grades.
📝Check in with your teachers to ensure missing assignments are turned in, mastery assessments are completed at your best level, and grades are updated.
⏰Monitor your absences and tardies on PowerSchool. If you believe there are errors, meet with your teacher to remedy. PNCs (Potential No Credit) can affect your overall success.
17 days left until winter break, finish strong. 💪
Join the CGUHSD AI Taskforce Committee!
We’re forming a team to help guide how artificial intelligence will be thoughtfully integrated into our educational practices. Members will use the CGUHSD Generative AI Guidance document to inform decisions and support implementation.
🗓 First Meeting: November 20, 2025
🕓 3:45 PM
📍 District Office 1362 N. Casa Grande Avenue
Be part of shaping the future of learning — we’d love your input and perspective!
Sign up here: https://ow.ly/1CWP50Xu3s3
We’re forming a team to help guide how artificial intelligence will be thoughtfully integrated into our educational practices. Members will use the CGUHSD Generative AI Guidance document to inform decisions and support implementation.
🗓 First Meeting: November 20, 2025
🕓 3:45 PM
📍 District Office 1362 N. Casa Grande Avenue
Be part of shaping the future of learning — we’d love your input and perspective!
Sign up here: https://ow.ly/1CWP50Xu3s3
Senior Yearbook Ads On Sale Now! 📖
Celebrate your Spartan with a personalized ad in the 2025 Vista Grande Yearbook!
🖥️ Order online at: https://ow.ly/oWL550X1Eia
📘 School Code: 16131
⏳ Deadline: December 31, 2025
Don’t miss this chance to honor your student’s journey — space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Celebrate your Spartan with a personalized ad in the 2025 Vista Grande Yearbook!
🖥️ Order online at: https://ow.ly/oWL550X1Eia
📘 School Code: 16131
⏳ Deadline: December 31, 2025
Don’t miss this chance to honor your student’s journey — space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
📘 Order Your 2025 Vista Grande Yearbook Today!
Don’t miss out on the memories — secure your copy before they’re gone!
🖥️ Order now at: yearbookordercenter.com
🔐 School Code: 16131
Celebrate the year, the moments, and the memories.🖤💛
Don’t miss out on the memories — secure your copy before they’re gone!
🖥️ Order now at: yearbookordercenter.com
🔐 School Code: 16131
Celebrate the year, the moments, and the memories.🖤💛
📸 Picture Day is Coming to Vista Grande High School! 📸
Get ready to smile, Spartans! All students will have their portraits taken for the 2025 VGHS Yearbook — and picture packages will be available for purchase.
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars:
• Underclassmen (Grades 9–11): Monday, October 20 & Tuesday, October 21
• Seniors (Grade 12): Wednesday, October 22 & Thursday, October 23
📌 Please note: This is the week immediately following Fall Break.
📷 Price lists and background options are attached to this post.
We encourage every student to participate so they can be featured in the yearbook.
👕 Please dress appropriately and bring your best Spartan smile!
Thank you for your continued support.
Go Spartans!🖤💛
— Vista Grande High School Yearbook Staff
Get ready to smile, Spartans! All students will have their portraits taken for the 2025 VGHS Yearbook — and picture packages will be available for purchase.
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars:
• Underclassmen (Grades 9–11): Monday, October 20 & Tuesday, October 21
• Seniors (Grade 12): Wednesday, October 22 & Thursday, October 23
📌 Please note: This is the week immediately following Fall Break.
📷 Price lists and background options are attached to this post.
We encourage every student to participate so they can be featured in the yearbook.
👕 Please dress appropriately and bring your best Spartan smile!
Thank you for your continued support.
Go Spartans!🖤💛
— Vista Grande High School Yearbook Staff
Heads up, CAVIT Students! Buses will depart from the flagpoles at Casa Grande Union and Vista Grande at 6:05 AM this year. That’s 10 minutes earlier than last year! The first day of CAVIT classes is Wednesday, July 16. Be on time, and don’t miss the bus! #CareerReady
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