📢 UPDATE: Back-to-School Round Up is Back On!
Great news! Our district internet service has been restored, and Back-to-School Round Up is back on.
To make up for today’s interruption, Round Up hours have been extended for the rest of the week to 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. at Vista and CG Union. PACE’s hours are 11AM - 4PM Tuesday and Thursday and 8AM - 4PM on Friday.
✅ If you were scheduled to attend today, you may come any other day this week during the extended hours.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked through today’s outage. We appreciate your flexibility and look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus!
Great news! Our district internet service has been restored, and Back-to-School Round Up is back on.
To make up for today’s interruption, Round Up hours have been extended for the rest of the week to 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. at Vista and CG Union. PACE’s hours are 11AM - 4PM Tuesday and Thursday and 8AM - 4PM on Friday.
✅ If you were scheduled to attend today, you may come any other day this week during the extended hours.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked through today’s outage. We appreciate your flexibility and look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus!
🏈 Spartan Football is Almost Here!
Calling all current and future Spartan football players and their families! Join us for the Vista Grande High School Football Parent/Player Meeting on Thursday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the VGHS Auditorium.
Meet the coaching staff, learn about the upcoming season, review team expectations, and receive important information before the season kicks off. This meeting is for all grade levels, including incoming freshmen.
We look forward to seeing all our Spartan families there! 💛🖤
Calling all current and future Spartan football players and their families! Join us for the Vista Grande High School Football Parent/Player Meeting on Thursday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the VGHS Auditorium.
Meet the coaching staff, learn about the upcoming season, review team expectations, and receive important information before the season kicks off. This meeting is for all grade levels, including incoming freshmen.
We look forward to seeing all our Spartan families there! 💛🖤
🚨 Important Back-to-School Round Up Update 🚨
Due to a district-wide internet outage, we are currently unable to complete many of the registration and enrollment processes required during Back-to-School Round Up.
Please do not come to Back-to-School Round Up at this time, as we are unable to process families until our internet service is restored. Unfortunately, we do not have an estimated time for service to return.
As soon as we’re back online, we’ll let everyone know right away. To make sure every student and family has the opportunity to complete registration, we will be extending Back-to-School Round Up hours throughout the week.
We apologize for the inconvenience and truly appreciate your patience and understanding. Please continue to check our social media pages and email for updates
Due to a district-wide internet outage, we are currently unable to complete many of the registration and enrollment processes required during Back-to-School Round Up.
Please do not come to Back-to-School Round Up at this time, as we are unable to process families until our internet service is restored. Unfortunately, we do not have an estimated time for service to return.
As soon as we’re back online, we’ll let everyone know right away. To make sure every student and family has the opportunity to complete registration, we will be extending Back-to-School Round Up hours throughout the week.
We apologize for the inconvenience and truly appreciate your patience and understanding. Please continue to check our social media pages and email for updates
🚧 Traffic Alert: McCartney Road Closure
Beginning Friday, July 17 at 9 p.m. through Sunday, July 26 at 9 p.m., McCartney Road between Pinal Avenue and Trekell Road will be closed for roadway paving and intersection improvements.
If you're traveling to summer activities, Student Roundup, or other district events, please:
🚗 Allow extra travel time.
➡️ Follow posted detour routes.
📍 Plan ahead before heading out.
The City of Casa Grande has scheduled this work before the start of the school year to help minimize impacts once classes begin.
Please review the attached detour map before you travel.
Beginning Friday, July 17 at 9 p.m. through Sunday, July 26 at 9 p.m., McCartney Road between Pinal Avenue and Trekell Road will be closed for roadway paving and intersection improvements.
If you're traveling to summer activities, Student Roundup, or other district events, please:
🚗 Allow extra travel time.
➡️ Follow posted detour routes.
📍 Plan ahead before heading out.
The City of Casa Grande has scheduled this work before the start of the school year to help minimize impacts once classes begin.
Please review the attached detour map before you travel.
Attention Spartans!
Back to School Roundup for the 2026–2027 school year is coming July 13–17 from 1:00–6:00 p.m. daily at Vista Grande High School! Student Roundup is an exciting opportunity for students to receive their school ID, pick up their laptop, and learn about the many programs, activities, and opportunities available at their schools.
Online Registration must be completed before attending Student Roundup. All new and returning students in the Casa Grande Union High School District are required to complete their online registration each year. Students with incomplete online registrations may experience longer wait times or be unable to fully participate in Student Roundup activities.
To help make the process smoother, students should attend on the day assigned to their last name:
🔹 July 13: A–C
🔹 July 14: D–H
🔹 July 15: I–M
🔹 July 16: N–R
🔹 July 17: S–Z
📍 Roundup will take place in the Gym
We can't wait to welcome our new and returning Spartans and get ready for another great school year!
Back to School Roundup for the 2026–2027 school year is coming July 13–17 from 1:00–6:00 p.m. daily at Vista Grande High School! Student Roundup is an exciting opportunity for students to receive their school ID, pick up their laptop, and learn about the many programs, activities, and opportunities available at their schools.
Online Registration must be completed before attending Student Roundup. All new and returning students in the Casa Grande Union High School District are required to complete their online registration each year. Students with incomplete online registrations may experience longer wait times or be unable to fully participate in Student Roundup activities.
To help make the process smoother, students should attend on the day assigned to their last name:
🔹 July 13: A–C
🔹 July 14: D–H
🔹 July 15: I–M
🔹 July 16: N–R
🔹 July 17: S–Z
📍 Roundup will take place in the Gym
We can't wait to welcome our new and returning Spartans and get ready for another great school year!
✨💗 Reminder! 💗✨
There's still time to join the Vista Grande Dance Company for the 2026–2027 season!
🩰 Need extra practice? Attend our Open Studio sessions for help with skills, technique, and tryout material.
Open Studio
📅 August 3, 4 & 6
🕞 3:30–5:30 p.m.
📍 Building 4, Dance Room 4008
Dance Company Tryouts
📅 August 10, 11, 13 & 14
🕞 3:30–5:30 p.m.
📍 Building 4, Dance Room 4008
💙 Open to all Vista Grande High School grade levels! Whether you're a returning dancer or trying out for the first time, we'd love to see you there.
Questions? Contact Coach Vaughn at cvaughn@cguhsd.org.
There's still time to join the Vista Grande Dance Company for the 2026–2027 season!
🩰 Need extra practice? Attend our Open Studio sessions for help with skills, technique, and tryout material.
Open Studio
📅 August 3, 4 & 6
🕞 3:30–5:30 p.m.
📍 Building 4, Dance Room 4008
Dance Company Tryouts
📅 August 10, 11, 13 & 14
🕞 3:30–5:30 p.m.
📍 Building 4, Dance Room 4008
💙 Open to all Vista Grande High School grade levels! Whether you're a returning dancer or trying out for the first time, we'd love to see you there.
Questions? Contact Coach Vaughn at cvaughn@cguhsd.org.
💖✨ Ready to take the stage? ✨💖
The Vista Grande Dance Company is holding auditions for the 2026–2027 season, and we want to see what you've got!
🩰 Audition Dates: August 10, 11, 13 & 14
📍 Location: Building 4, Dance Room 4008
🕞 Time: 3:30–5:30 p.m.
What to Wear:
✔️ Black T-shirt
✔️ Black leggings
✔️ Dance shoes (jazz shoes or turners) or fresh socks & tennis shoes
✔️ Hair up, no jewelry
Whether you're an experienced dancer or ready to challenge yourself, this is your chance to be part of an incredible team, perform, grow your skills, and represent Vista Grande with pride.
Questions? Contact Coach Vaughn at cvaughn@cguhsd.org.
The Vista Grande Dance Company is holding auditions for the 2026–2027 season, and we want to see what you've got!
🩰 Audition Dates: August 10, 11, 13 & 14
📍 Location: Building 4, Dance Room 4008
🕞 Time: 3:30–5:30 p.m.
What to Wear:
✔️ Black T-shirt
✔️ Black leggings
✔️ Dance shoes (jazz shoes or turners) or fresh socks & tennis shoes
✔️ Hair up, no jewelry
Whether you're an experienced dancer or ready to challenge yourself, this is your chance to be part of an incredible team, perform, grow your skills, and represent Vista Grande with pride.
Questions? Contact Coach Vaughn at cvaughn@cguhsd.org.
📣 The June 29 edition of the Inspiring Excellence Weekly Newsletter is here!
Catch up on the latest news from across Casa Grande Union High School District, including student achievements, upcoming events, registration information, summer programs, and more.
Don't miss out on everything happening throughout our district—read this week's newsletter today!
📖 https://cguhsd.edurooms.com/newsletters/test/newsletters/6-29-inspiring-excellence-newsletter
Catch up on the latest news from across Casa Grande Union High School District, including student achievements, upcoming events, registration information, summer programs, and more.
Don't miss out on everything happening throughout our district—read this week's newsletter today!
📖 https://cguhsd.edurooms.com/newsletters/test/newsletters/6-29-inspiring-excellence-newsletter
🎶🎺 Vista Grande HS Band is gearing up for an amazing season! 🥁🎶
Join us for Marching Band Camp, July 6–10, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Vista Grande HS Band Room. Whether you're a returning member or new to the program, this is where the music, teamwork, and Spartan spirit come together!
📅 July 6–10
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Vista Grande HS Band Room
Questions? Contact Mr. Moore at amoore@cguhsd.org.
Join us for Marching Band Camp, July 6–10, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Vista Grande HS Band Room. Whether you're a returning member or new to the program, this is where the music, teamwork, and Spartan spirit come together!
📅 July 6–10
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Vista Grande HS Band Room
Questions? Contact Mr. Moore at amoore@cguhsd.org.
⏰ Reminder, Class of 2026! ⏰
The deadline to submit your Pinal Promise application is quickly approaching!
📅 Application Deadline: July 1, 2026
Don't miss this opportunity to take the next step toward your future. Make sure your application is completed and submitted before the deadline.
For more information and to apply, visit the Pinal Promise website.
The deadline to submit your Pinal Promise application is quickly approaching!
📅 Application Deadline: July 1, 2026
Don't miss this opportunity to take the next step toward your future. Make sure your application is completed and submitted before the deadline.
For more information and to apply, visit the Pinal Promise website.
What’s the difference between Online Registration and Round Up? 🤔
In this video, governing board member Kelly Herrington and public relations officer Jennifer Kortsen explain the difference between Online Registration and Round Up and help families understand which process applies to their student.
🎥 Watch the video for a quick, easy explanation and get ready for the upcoming school year!
https://www.facebook.com/reel/692983167243260
In this video, governing board member Kelly Herrington and public relations officer Jennifer Kortsen explain the difference between Online Registration and Round Up and help families understand which process applies to their student.
🎥 Watch the video for a quick, easy explanation and get ready for the upcoming school year!
https://www.facebook.com/reel/692983167243260
Vista Grande Summer Baseball ⚾️Monday-Wednesday 7-9:30 AM
🏐 Ready to take your game to the next level? Join the Vista Grande High School Summer Volleyball Camp from June 1–24, Mondays through Thursdays from 12–2 PM! Open to athletes looking to build skills, compete, and have fun this summer. Registration is $100 and includes a free camp T-shirt. Scan the QR code to register today! 🔥❤️🖤
📣 We’re making an exciting change to district communication!
To better keep families informed with timely updates and reminders, Casa Grande Union High School District will be transitioning from a monthly newsletter to a WEEKLY newsletter format.
The new format will provide:
✅ More up-to-date information
✅ Shorter, easier-to-read updates
✅ Weekly reminders and important dates
✅ More frequent student and staff highlights
Check out this week's newsletter: https://cguhsd.edurooms.com/.../inspiring-excellence...
We hope this change makes it even easier for families to stay connected with everything happening across our schools.
To better keep families informed with timely updates and reminders, Casa Grande Union High School District will be transitioning from a monthly newsletter to a WEEKLY newsletter format.
The new format will provide:
✅ More up-to-date information
✅ Shorter, easier-to-read updates
✅ Weekly reminders and important dates
✅ More frequent student and staff highlights
Check out this week's newsletter: https://cguhsd.edurooms.com/.../inspiring-excellence...
We hope this change makes it even easier for families to stay connected with everything happening across our schools.
☀️ VGHS Summer Office Hours ☀️
Vista Grande High School offices will be open Monday–Thursday from 7:30 AM–3:00 PM throughout the summer. Offices will be closed on Fridays.
Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer, Spartans!
Vista Grande High School offices will be open Monday–Thursday from 7:30 AM–3:00 PM throughout the summer. Offices will be closed on Fridays.
Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer, Spartans!
Need an official transcript? 🎓
CGUHS transcripts can be ordered quickly and securely through Parchment and sent directly to your college.
Need CAC transcripts too? Visit the CAC website and follow the transcript request steps through National Student Clearinghouse. 📄✨
CGUHS transcripts can be ordered quickly and securely through Parchment and sent directly to your college.
Need CAC transcripts too? Visit the CAC website and follow the transcript request steps through National Student Clearinghouse. 📄✨
🎓 Can’t make it to graduation in person? We’ve got you covered!
Watch the Vista Grande High School graduation ceremony live using the link below. The livestream will begin before the ceremony starts and will be streamed through the official VGHS YouTube account.
📺 https://youtube.com/live/44aQX23Z3uQ?feature=share
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
Watch the Vista Grande High School graduation ceremony live using the link below. The livestream will begin before the ceremony starts and will be streamed through the official VGHS YouTube account.
📺 https://youtube.com/live/44aQX23Z3uQ?feature=share
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
🏈 INCOMING Freshman Football Workouts begin Tuesday, May 26 at 9:00 AM at Vista Grande High School!
Freshmen will work out Monday–Thursday from 9–11 AM. There will be no workout next Monday due to Memorial Day.
To participate, students must:
✔️ Be enrolled at VGHS
✔️ Bring a signed release form
✔️ Bring cleats, tennis shoes, and a 1-gallon water jug
✔️ A padlock is also recommended
📍Report to the practice field between the gym and softball field.
Coach Dawson is excited to meet everyone!
📞 903-818-1497
Freshmen will work out Monday–Thursday from 9–11 AM. There will be no workout next Monday due to Memorial Day.
To participate, students must:
✔️ Be enrolled at VGHS
✔️ Bring a signed release form
✔️ Bring cleats, tennis shoes, and a 1-gallon water jug
✔️ A padlock is also recommended
📍Report to the practice field between the gym and softball field.
Coach Dawson is excited to meet everyone!
📞 903-818-1497
Calling all incoming Spartans! ⚔️🎓
Freshman First Days are almost here! This is your chance to tour the campus, meet new students, learn what it means to be a Spartan, and get ready for an amazing freshman year at Vista Grande High School.
📅 Thursday, July 23 — Last names A–L
📅 Friday, July 24 — Last names M–Z
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:45 PM
🍽️ Transportation and lunch provided
We can’t wait to welcome the Class of 2030 to VGHS! 🖤💛
Freshman First Days are almost here! This is your chance to tour the campus, meet new students, learn what it means to be a Spartan, and get ready for an amazing freshman year at Vista Grande High School.
📅 Thursday, July 23 — Last names A–L
📅 Friday, July 24 — Last names M–Z
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:45 PM
🍽️ Transportation and lunch provided
We can’t wait to welcome the Class of 2030 to VGHS! 🖤💛
Jostens will be on campus on May 5th during both lunches to hand out purchased caps and gowns to seniors. If students are not able to pick up their cap and gown on Tuesday, they will be available in the front office for the rest of the week. If you have not purchased your cap and gown, you may do so at jostens.com. Congratulations seniors on this achievement, and please remember to finish strong!
