Dear Bobcat Families,
Due to the road closure at Colossal Cave Rd and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks, there will not be any transportation available for Zero Hour classes on Monday, August 11th. Students that are not able to attend zero hour due to lack of transportation will not be penalized academically nor for attendance.
Please note that all tardies and absences related to this closure will be excused. Please contact our attendance office at 520-879-2803.
Our school gates will open at 7AM to allow for early drop off and stay open later for an extended pick up to ensure we take good care of your Cat.
Additionally, extra-curricular activities will still take place, however there will NOT be an Activity Bus available after school on Monday. We encourage you to please plan accordingly and make alternate transportation arrangements, if needed.
We truly appreciate your flexibility and support as we navigate this temporary road closure together.
Due to the road closure at Colossal Cave Rd and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks, there will not be any transportation available for Zero Hour classes on Monday, August 11th. Students that are not able to attend zero hour due to lack of transportation will not be penalized academically nor for attendance.
Please note that all tardies and absences related to this closure will be excused. Please contact our attendance office at 520-879-2803.
Our school gates will open at 7AM to allow for early drop off and stay open later for an extended pick up to ensure we take good care of your Cat.
Additionally, extra-curricular activities will still take place, however there will NOT be an Activity Bus available after school on Monday. We encourage you to please plan accordingly and make alternate transportation arrangements, if needed.
We truly appreciate your flexibility and support as we navigate this temporary road closure together.
📚 Book Drive Alert! 📚
Help us turn pages into possibilities!
We’re partnering with the Friends of the W. Anne Gibson Esmond Station Library (FESL) for a special Book Drive — and we need your support!
🗓️ August 11–22, 2025
📍 Drop off gently used books in our Front Office.
Your generous donations will be sold at upcoming book sales — including the VPD Book Fair in February! Proceeds benefit our community by:
✅ Offering affordable books to families
✅ Raising funds for FESL programs
✅ Supporting free events & activities for children and adults at our local W. Anne Gibson Esmond Station Library
Let’s come together to share the love of reading and give back to our community. Every book counts! ❤️📖
Help us turn pages into possibilities!
We’re partnering with the Friends of the W. Anne Gibson Esmond Station Library (FESL) for a special Book Drive — and we need your support!
🗓️ August 11–22, 2025
📍 Drop off gently used books in our Front Office.
Your generous donations will be sold at upcoming book sales — including the VPD Book Fair in February! Proceeds benefit our community by:
✅ Offering affordable books to families
✅ Raising funds for FESL programs
✅ Supporting free events & activities for children and adults at our local W. Anne Gibson Esmond Station Library
Let’s come together to share the love of reading and give back to our community. Every book counts! ❤️📖
‼️🚧HEADS UP BOBCATS🚧‼️
We’ve been notified that Colossal Cave Road will be closed at the Union Pacific Railroad tracks for 24 hours, starting at 5:00 a.m. on Monday, August 11th through 5:00am Tuesday, August 12th.
This will likely cause delays for buses and families—especially those near the tracks—and could affect schools across the district. Please plan ahead and give yourself extra time Monday morning. Thank you for your flexibility!
🎉🐾 Think you’ve got school spirit? PROVE IT! 🐾🎉
Mascot Tryouts are HERE!
We’re looking for energy, enthusiasm, and the ultimate hype-maker to bring our school spirit to life!
Mascot tryouts starting TODAY in the 300 Workroom at 4PM!
Mascot Tryouts are HERE!
We’re looking for energy, enthusiasm, and the ultimate hype-maker to bring our school spirit to life!
Mascot tryouts starting TODAY in the 300 Workroom at 4PM!
Want to rep your class pride in style? Seniors, and every student, can get top-brand ‘Class Of’ spirit wear that highlights your graduation year. Save 20% on $75+ orders with code SAVE20.
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/arizona/vail/cienega-high-school
🎨✨ CALLING ALL CATS! ✨🎨
Show off your creativity in our Cat Statement Poster Design Contest! Winning design will displayed all around the campus and be our new Cat Statement Poster for the school year.
🖼️ Design Requirements:
• Size: 8.5” x 11”
• Must include the CAT Statement:
👉 Care about each other
👉 Are respectful and trustworthy
👉 Take responsibility
📍Submit your design to Principal Middleton’s Office (100 Building)
📅 Entries accepted: August 1st – August 22nd
⏰ Deadline: August 22nd at 4PM
Show off your creativity in our Cat Statement Poster Design Contest! Winning design will displayed all around the campus and be our new Cat Statement Poster for the school year.
🖼️ Design Requirements:
• Size: 8.5” x 11”
• Must include the CAT Statement:
👉 Care about each other
👉 Are respectful and trustworthy
👉 Take responsibility
📍Submit your design to Principal Middleton’s Office (100 Building)
📅 Entries accepted: August 1st – August 22nd
⏰ Deadline: August 22nd at 4PM
🎉 BIG NEWS! 🎉
We’re beyond proud to celebrate our very own Cristina Parks, who has been named one of the Top 10 Semifinalists for the 2026 Arizona Teacher of the Year®, presented by Desert Financial Credit Union! 🏆🍎
With 22 years of dedicated service in Early Childhood & Development/CTE, Mrs. Parks continues to inspire students, lead with passion, and uplift the entire Vail Unified community. Her selection from 215 statewide nominees is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence in education.
Join us in cheering her on as she moves forward in the selection process—on October 18th, one amazing educator will be named Arizona Teacher of the Year… and we’re rooting for YOU, Mrs. Parks! 💙🎓👏
We’re beyond proud to celebrate our very own Cristina Parks, who has been named one of the Top 10 Semifinalists for the 2026 Arizona Teacher of the Year®, presented by Desert Financial Credit Union! 🏆🍎
With 22 years of dedicated service in Early Childhood & Development/CTE, Mrs. Parks continues to inspire students, lead with passion, and uplift the entire Vail Unified community. Her selection from 215 statewide nominees is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence in education.
Join us in cheering her on as she moves forward in the selection process—on October 18th, one amazing educator will be named Arizona Teacher of the Year… and we’re rooting for YOU, Mrs. Parks! 💙🎓👏
We are excited to announce our Cat Frat PTO membership drive happening now until July 31st!! 🐾
Why join CatFrat PTO:
✅Stay up to date
✅Volunteer (as much or as little as you’d like)
✅Support student scholarships
✅Provide teacher grants
✅Supporting your child’s school
We’d love to have you join for your chance to win a class ring or backpack donated from Josten’s!
https://checkout.square.site/.../2ONWVWO3UH7JQ7XUT3SEEOL6...
Why join CatFrat PTO:
✅Stay up to date
✅Volunteer (as much or as little as you’d like)
✅Support student scholarships
✅Provide teacher grants
✅Supporting your child’s school
We’d love to have you join for your chance to win a class ring or backpack donated from Josten’s!
https://checkout.square.site/.../2ONWVWO3UH7JQ7XUT3SEEOL6...
Parent Meeting for Spiritline TOMORROW at 6:30PM in the 300 Workspace!
‼️ SAVE THE DATE‼️
Vail Family Connections Day will be on September 13, 2025!
Vail Family Connections Day will be on September 13, 2025!
📣 You're Invited, Bobcat Families! 🐾
Join us for our Open House on Thursday, July 24th starting at 5:00 PM!
🧑🏫 Come meet our amazing teachers
🎉 Explore student clubs and campus programs
📚 Get a sneak peek at what’s in store for the school year
💙 Connect with our school community
Let’s kick off the year together — we can’t wait to see you there!
Join us for our Open House on Thursday, July 24th starting at 5:00 PM!
🧑🏫 Come meet our amazing teachers
🎉 Explore student clubs and campus programs
📚 Get a sneak peek at what’s in store for the school year
💙 Connect with our school community
Let’s kick off the year together — we can’t wait to see you there!
🎯 Students! Want a chance to take the ACT for FREE?
✅ Sign up for the ACT Scholarship Form by Aug 14
🎉 Winners announced Aug 15 (during assembly) – register for the Sept 6 or Oct 18 ACT dates!
✨ Don’t miss out—your future starts here! #ACT #Scholarship #FreeACT #CollegeReady
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaDs1vEqVdMS7rZRNuyRtf4zgdA4E9OyBGiw7oozJB8hDMrQ/viewform
📣SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY!📣
📣 It’s almost go time. Head to your Bobcats store now to save on custom, top-branded spirit wear and merch so you can hit the halls in style!
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/arizona/vail/cienega-high-school
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/arizona/vail/cienega-high-school
Arizona House Bill 2484 (2025) requires schools to limit non-educational device use during instructional time. Here at CHS we will have a few updated expectations regarding cell phone usage. Please refer to the flyer below for more information.
It's almost time for Freshman Bootcamp!
Freshman Bootcamp/Parent Orientation is THURSDAY, July 17th!
Freshman Bootcamp/Parent Orientation is THURSDAY, July 17th!
Copper Thunder Marching Band is to kick off this new year. On behalf of the CTMB and the Instrumental Music Program, we'd like to invite you all to join us this Friday evening for their annual Friends & Family show!
FRESHMEN Check In starts TOMORROW!
Last Names A-K on Thursday, July 10th
Last Names L-Z on Friday, July 11th!
Last Names A-K on Thursday, July 10th
Last Names L-Z on Friday, July 11th!
Our Lady Bobcats will be back at it during a Volleyball Tournament at Sporting Chance Center on July 25th & 26th! Come out and show your support!
It's officially Bobcat Check-In Week and we are so very excited to see all our Bobcats back on campus!
