VVMS Counseling
Elective Applications
VVMS Counseling
Elective Applications
Yearbook
First Choice: Students must select yearbook as their #1 elective choice during registration.
Invitation: Students who pass the first round of selection will receive an invitation. Both the student and a parent must sign and return the invitation to confirm acceptance.
Summer Assignment: Accepted students must complete a yearbook spread assignment over the summer.
Tryout Period: During the first month of school, students will participate in a tryout period focused on yearbook skills, including photography, journalism, and graphic design.
*7th, and 8th graders
Peer Mentor
Earned all A and B grades (3s and 4s for incoming 6th graders) on their most recent report card.
Received all Satisfactory (S) and Outstanding (O) on their most recent report card.
Demonstrates a willingness to assist and support others.
Completed the attached Student Support Application form.
6th, 7th, or 8th grade
Leadership
General Qualifications for Leadership
6th, 7th or 8th grade student
Grade point average of 2.75 or above on all report cards
No D’s or F’s on all report cards
No N’s or U’s in citizenship or effort on all report cards
Excellent attendance and tardy records
Willingness to commit time in and out of school for activities
Participate in all spirit days, activities, dances, assemblies, etc.
Obey all school rules and receive no referrals for any offense
Be able to set an excellent example to other Valley View students by being a positive influence
If you are interested in applying to be in the Leadership class and you meet all of the above qualifications, please complete the following requirements:
Obtain parental consent
Complete Leadership application and essay questions
Teacher recommendation(s): one from each current teacher
Advanced Choir
Students should select Advanced Choir as their number one elective choice.
There will be a teacher selection/audition process: students should talk to Mr. Cihigoyenetche before February 20th in order to be considered for the ensemble.
If Mr. C has not heard them sing, they will need to schedule a time to allow him to hear if they can match pitch, sing back simple patterns, and assess vocal tone.
Students already enrolled in Mixed Chorus will have an in class "audition" with Mr. C to ensure they obtained the skills needed for Vocal Ensemble
Students who may need a little more time to develop vocal skills are welcome back (or for the first time) to Mixed Chorus.
**For 7th and 8th graders.
Concert Band
Speak with Ms. Aoyama regarding audition process!
Concert Orchestra
Speak with Ms. Aoyama regarding audition process!