Preparing each student for higher education by ensuring that all students reach their full potential in every class.

A proud member of the Glendale Union High School District

3625 W Cactus Road, Phoenix, AZ 85029 | 623 -915-8000 | moonvalley.guhsdaz.org | Fall 2016

From the Desk of Principal Salyer

Parents, Students, Staff and Community Members,

Welcome back! The school year has gotten off to a great start. We welcomed over 1,500 students on

August 8th with Link Crew activities for our freshmen and an assembly for our upperclassmen. Our focus always has been and always will be to prepare our students for what lies ahead. Careers are constantly changing in our economy. That is why we offer rigorous core classes and a wide range of electives. Our students and staff members place high expectations on themselves and that is why Moon Valley is such a success. It is also why our school vision remains: Preparing each student for higher education by ensuring that all students reaches their full potential in every class.

We also know that our students need to use high school as their career platform. They know that once they leave our walls they will be in a competitive job market. That is why we encourage and educate our students in getting involved in some type of higher education, which could include career and technical education, military service, community college or university. We work to bring this vision into action by focusing our efforts in these areas:

An Action Plan (The Route of a Rocket) with specific programs and focus for each grade level.

Four-year plans for each student, beginning freshman year, with a focus on reaching post-secondary goals.

Offering intervention classes for freshmen to encourage their success in the areas of reading, writing, and math.

Raising the rigor in all classes to better prepare students for higher education.

UNI 101 College Club on campus to get students talking and learning about higher education.

Increased focus on college and career exams (such as ACT, SAT and ASVAB).

All our juniors have the opportunity to take the ACT and ASVAB exams for free!

Coordinate college visits and tours.

Career Center inside the Media Center with focus on helping every student gain assistance and resources to reach their goals. Information includes admission procedures and scholarships. To reach the Career Center specialist Bethany Marshall, please call 623-915-8055 or visit the website at:

http://moonvalley.guhsdaz.org/academics/career_center

Every spring, a Junior Parent Night where parents are provided with all the steps and deadlines to enroll students in higher education.

Aligning students’ career choices with Moon Valley courses to ensure higher preparedness and allow students to get ahead by gaining credits early.

Please continue to be involved in the Rocket community and speak with your student about their post-secondary plans.

If you have any questions regarding your student or the programs offered at Moon Valley, please call the Moon Valley Counseling Office at 623-915-8002.

New Tax Credit Donation Deadline

Arizona law provides a tax credit for contributions to public schools which support extracurricular activities and character education programs. Your contribution will immediately go to support the high school program of YOUR choice.

A tax credit is different from a deduction, because you may subtract the whole contribution from the amount of taxes you may owe the state of Arizona. An individual may contribute as much as $200, and a couple filing jointly may contribute as much as $400 to a public school and receive the money back in the form of a tax credit. To be eligible for a state tax credit in 2016, your contribution must be received or postmarked by April 15, 2017.

Tax Credit Donation forms are available at the Bookstore. Or, at http://moonvalley.guhsdaz.org/academics/bookstore

Baseball & Softball Annual

Intersquad Games

Saturday, October 29 5:00 pm Baseball & Softball fields

Costume contest for players & fans w/ prizes Hawaiian Food Truck

Concession Items 50/50 raffle

Fun Family Activities

Rocket News Fall 2016

NHS Inductions - Sept 26 7:00 p.m.

FAFSA Night - Sept 28 6:30 p.m.

Tri-University Application Workshop - Oct 18

ASVAB for Seniors - Nov 14 7:30 a.m.

Honors/AP Curriculum Night Nov 15 6:30 p.m.

Sophomore Parent Night - Nov 17

4-year plan meetings with Freshmen and their parent/guardian (Oct-Nov)

College Bound Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors

SAT info: www.collegeboard.org

ACT info: www.actstudent.org

COME OUT & SUPPORT

OUR FALL SPORTS:

Cross Country, Football, Golf, Swim & Dive, and Volleyball

For the Fall Sports Schedule:

http://moonvalley.guhsdaz.org/athletics/fall_sports

Make the Most of Your High School Years

Participate in a Club:

Clubs meet after school unless otherwise designated. You are welcome to attend at any time! Some clubs have specific requirements to join.

Academic Decathlon Art Club Anime Club Athletic Trainers Band Book Club Chess Close Up Choir Culinary Arts Dance Club DECA (Business) DJ Club Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) FCCLA (Leadership) Fire Science Flag Line / Winter Guard French Club French Nat’l Honor Society Gamers Guild Garden Club Guitar Club HOSA

Key Club Link Crew Math Club / Mu Alpha Theta Media Club Moon Valley Athletic Association (MVAA)

NJROTC National Honor Society Newspaper / Journalism Orchestra Outsiders / Hiking Club Photo Club Prom Rocket Town / Unitown Science Club Skills USA/VICA (Mobile Robotics) Spanish Club Spanish National Honors Society Student Council / ASB Thespian Club / Drama University 101 Club Yearbook

Have Fun! Get Involved! Visit the Counseling Office for a complete list of Coaches and Club Sponsors

FALL

Badminton

Chess

Cross Country

Football

Golf

Spiritline

Swim & Dive

Volleyball WINTER

Basketball - Boys & Girls

Soccer - Boys & Girls

Wrestling

Rocket Poms SPRING

Baseball

Softball

Tennis - Boys & Girls

Track & Field

Participate in a Sport:

In order to be cleared for the first day of permissive practice a student-athlete must turn in the athletic clearance package two (2) weeks prior to the start of practice.

Being responsible sometimes means making tough, unpopular decisions —- Pat Summitt

The BLAST Center is located in Building 5 in the center of campus and is open for students before and after school.

Students can also receive breakfast or a snack after working for fifteen minutes.

Moon Valley’s NJROTC team took first and second place in all three categories of the Office of Naval Research’s SEAPERCH competition. Seniors Gabriel Aviles and Nathaniel Jackson took overall first place after speeding to first place finishes in the Speed Run, Retrieval, and Obstacle Course competitions. In an impressive show of team depth Moon Valley’s other two teams comprised of Seniors Lynnisha Jones and Alyssa Petty, Sophomores Sara Al-Haidar, Osborn Buttino, Kealie Faulkenbury, Team Commander Joshua Spahn and Kekoa Viet took second place overall after locking up second place finishes in all categories and a third place in the Speed Run.

SEAPERCH are remotely operated submersible watercraft which are built by the students. They are part of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and

Math initiative supported by the United States Navy. During the process they learn about circuits, measurements, hand tools, soldering, wiring, ballast, buoyancy, aerodynamics, and teamwork. Their attention to detail, brain-storming, problem solving, practice and experimentation all contributed to their success.

Looking for

Scholarship Resources?

BigFuture.CollegeBoard.org

Chegg.com/scholarships

CollegeIsPossible.org

FastWeb.com

NextStepU.com

SEAPERCH TEAM SINKS THE COMPETITION

Moon Valley Career Center

Visit the Career Center and navigate your future.

http://moonvalley.guhsdaz.org/academics/career_center

The Career Center provides students with information in career exploration, career/job skills, college admissions, financial aide, military interests and general post-secondary education planning. Located in the Media Center and open daily before and after school and during both lunches.

MV Rocket Boosters meet each month at 5:00 pm in Build 5 Conf. Room.

Upcoming Meeting Schedule

October 4 November 1 December 6

Rocket Boosters announce new sponsors

The Booster Club is organized and run by parents. Its primary purpose is to support various clubs and sports teams by organizing fundraisers and coordinating events. With your participation, we can help all of our students maximize their experience at MVHS. Like us on Facebook to keep informed of upcoming events.

Rocket News is published for the parents and members of the Moon Valley High School community and is also available online at: http://moonvalley.guhsdaz.org. Comments and inquiries should be directed to Editor at: Roxanne.Chaisson@guhsdaz.org

GLENDALE UNION

GOVERNING BOARD

Upcoming Events

Rotary ~ ~ ~ Mi Vu

Rocket Boosters Zariah Hernandez Janette Ramirez

Johnny Rodriguez Peyton Blackmar

6 Pillars of Character McKayla Noor Alexandria Coulter

Nathaniel Jackson Casey Chesnut

Athletics 623-915-8013 Attendance 623-915-8001 Bookstore 623-915-8019 Blast Center 623-915-8161 Cafeteria 623-915-8043 Counseling 623-915-8002 Media Center 623-915-8054 Nurse 623-915-8005 Social Worker 623-915-8175

Important Numbers

Students of the month

August September

Public Notification of Nondiscrimination Annual Public Notification of Nondiscrimination Glendale Union High School District does not

discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in admission to its programs, services or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. GUHSD provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. GUHSD Career & Technical Education Department does not discriminate in

enrollment or access to any of the programs available, such as business, applied technology, FACS, nursing, and fire science. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district’s activities and programs. GUHSD does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil

Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions, complaints or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator(s), call 623-435-6006 or 623-435-

6067, 7650 N. 43 Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301 Notificación Pública Anual de No Discriminación: El Glendale Union High School District (GUHSD) no discrimina en base a raza, color,

nacionalidad, género, edad, o discapacidad de admisión a sus programas, servicios, o actividades, en acceso a ellas, en el tratamiento a individuos, o en ningún aspecto de sus operaciones. GUHSD provee el acceso igual a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos designados para los jóvenes. El departamento de Educación Técnica y de Carreras de GUHSD no discrimina en

su matriculación ni en el acceso a cualquier de sus programas disponibles, como negocios, la tecnología aplicada, FACS, enfermería, y formación para bomberos. La falta de habilidades con el inglés no será una barrera a la admisión ni la participación en las actividades del distrito y sus programas. GUHSD tampoco discrimina en sus contratos o prácticas de empleados. Esta

noticia es provista y requerida por el Título VI del Acto de Derechos Civiles de 1964, Sección 504 del Acto de Rehabilitación de 1973, Título IX de la Enmienda Educativa de 1972, en el Acto de Era de Discriminación de 1975, y el Acto de los Estadounidenses con Habilidades Diferenciadas de 1990. Ud. puede comunicarse con el coordinador de cumplimiento sobre

preguntas, quejas, o para más información con respecto a estas leyes. Director de Operaciones y Atletismo, 623-435-6006 Directora de la Educación Especial 623-435-6067, 7650 N. 43rd Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301.

From the tragedies of Shakespeare to the magical adventures of Wizard of Oz, theatre has it all! The dramatic arts brings to the stage various interpretations of beloved playwrights, musicals, and classical novels. This year, Moon Valley Theatre is pleased to be rehearsing and

planning for multiple exciting performances and events. In the joyous holiday season of December there will be a talent show in the auditorium, showcasing the many talents of Moon Valley students. Singing, dancing, poetic verses, and more, so be sure to come see it all! In the spooky breeze of the October weather, courageous souls are invited to walk the paths of our auditorium as we present to you our version of a haunted house, the Haunted Theatre. Be sure to bring your family and friends to see who's the bravest amongst all! In addition to our spine chilling haunted house, the troupe is proud to present, The Distracted Scholar’s Guide to Literature and Drama! This play explores the famous works of literature throughout history through a comedic fast-forward. From Frankenstein to Romeo and Juliet, narrators and characters rush to and from the stage with hilarious portrayals and jokes. Be sure to keep a look out for the show dates, to be announced. There are plenty of fun opportunities this 2016-2017 year from plays, to Theatre Thursdays, to our spring musical, so be sure to keep updated!

Festivities:

Bonfire Sept 21 Freshman Fall Fest Sept 22 Fall Sport Assembly Sept 23 Homecoming: Game Sept 23 Dance Sept 24 Football Senior Night Oct 14

Mark Your Calendar:

Picture Day Sept 29 Fall Recess Oct 10-14 No Late Start Oct 19 Veterans’ Day Nov 11 AP Parent Night Nov 15 Thanksgiving Nov 24-25 Winter Recess Dec 23-Jan 9

Yearbooks On Sale Now $65.00

Order at the Bookstore: Before or after school, or both lunches. Deadline: Thurs, December 22, by 3:30

Order Online: Jostens.com Deadline: December 31, 2016

Customization and personalization are available at additional cost.

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Attention Seniors

Portraits must be taken by Oct 31st Book your appointment at:

www.gradsphotography.com