March 2025

Navigating College Admissions Event for Families

Join the VCHS counseling team and several expert speakers on Saturday, March 15th, from 9 am to 12:30 pm for our Navigating College Admissions event. Last year, we had over 900 attendees benefit from attending the sessions of their choice. Gain insight and practical advice on the college admission process, including information on test preparation, the research process, and how to finance a college education. End the morning with a mini-college and resource fair on campus. This event is for 8th through 11th grade students and parents. We recommend attending as a family.

 Please register in advance using the link if you plan to attend so we can ensure enough space in our sessions: https://forms.gle/UtpH2V6D2KchwfrX9

Some Featured Sessions:

·     Fall in love with your target and likely schools
·     The Vital Role of a Liberal Arts Education on the Frontlines of Tech Innovation
·     Charting Your Course: Insider Tips for Excelling in Nursing and Health Careers
·     Maintaining Wellness in High School and Beyond
·     AND MANY MORE

Financial Fit Workshop

Join us for the college financial fit session, featuring College Planning ABC, on March 4th, Tuesday evening, 6:30-8 pm in the Conservatory Hall

 In the session, we will be discussing what is on the minds of all parents anticipating the prospect of college-bound students: "How do I increase grant and scholarship opportunities regardless of my income?" 

Please Register for the Workshop Here: https://forms.gle/wLRJsBpr2Q4h9f258

Course Selection and Class Choice Coming Soon

The Counseling Team is excited to bring back Class Choice to assist students in selecting their courses for the upcoming school year. Class Choice offers a streamlined solution for requesting courses for the next academic year. The system utilizes pre-requisites and past grades to guide students through the course selection process. With this system, students can choose the most appropriate classes to suit their needs. Links will be available to indicate the desire for dual credit and to submit academic acceleration requests.

A video tutorial will be available in March for students and parents to watch, providing an overview of the Class Choice system. Students will log in to Class Choice to select their classes from March 31st through April 7th. 

Course Fair for Students During Warrior Time

As students prepare to select courses for the upcoming school year, the counseling team is excited to announce the upcoming Course Fair. To help make choosing classes easier, on March 31 and April 3 during Warrior Time, ninth through eleventh grade students will have the opportunity to learn more about courses they choose from the wide range of classes we offer. On March 31st, we'll spotlight our HUMANITIES offerings, while on April 3rd we will showcase our STEM courses. The Course Fair is designed to empower students in crafting their class schedules for the 2025-2026 school year, ensuring they feel confident and enthusiastic about their choices.

Sophomore Check-Ins

Throughout the month of March, counselors are meeting individually with sophomore students to review their course selections for next year. These 10-15 minute check-ins provide an opportunity for students to ask questions, confirm they are meeting graduation requirements, and ensure their course choices align with their academic and post-high school goals.

 Students received general instruction on the course selection process during Navigate time at the end of February, but these one-on-one meetings allow for personalized guidance. Counselors can address specific concerns, offer recommendations, and help students make informed decisions about their junior-year schedules. We encourage students to come prepared with any questions about course rigor, electives, or future plans to make the most of their time with their counselor. 

Revolution Prep Practice SAT/ACT- Last Call for Sign-Ups

Our friends at Revolution Prep are offering a practice Digital SAT and a practice ACT.

The cost is $20: All proceeds go to VCHS.

Our friends at Revolution Prep are helping to prepare our students by offering SAT and ACT practice exams:  Please see details below:

ACT Practice Exam: Saturday, March 22, 2024 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm PT | Proctored online via Zoom

SAT Practice Exam: Saturday, March 22, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm PT | Proctored online via Zoom

Fee $20: 100% of proceeds go to VCHS!

 Step 1: Register here: Valley Christian landing page

Step 2: Schedule a free 30-minute score report review with a Revolution Prep testing expert to help you interpret the results and develop a customized plan to prepare. Please schedule this appointment for the few days after the exam. You can pre-schedule this Score Report Review here: www.revolutionprep.com/andrew-jensen

Step 3: Your scores will be available immediately upon completing the test! 

Register here:  Valley Christian landing page