Mission statement
The mission of our comprehensive school counseling program is to support all students, regardless of individual differences, to acquire the educational, occupational, and personal/social competencies necessary to contribute and function in a complex and changing world.
Our Philosophy
We believe that each student is a unique individual with different physical, emotional, and intellectual characteristics. Each individual, given the respect, motivation, and learning environment, can develop a positive self-image that will, in turn, help the student make the necessary progress toward the attainment of his or her goals.
A student's self-image is informed from past experiences, by successes and failures. A healthy self-image must encompass a realistic appraisal of one's capabilities and also a realization that one can be successful in life. As counselors, we strive to assist all students with their academic, career and personal/social development, which will enable successful completion of a high school program and their becoming a successful contributor to the world around them.
Academic Development
- Support students in developing an educational plan for academic success.
- Assist students to become invested in their school success by showing them how school performance relates to career opportunities.
- Work collaboratively with students, parents, and teachers to identify and help to remove obstacles that may hinder student achievement.
- Provide information about different academic opportunities both within and outside of Valley High School.
- Assist students and parents with information about the college planning process.
Personal and Social Development
- Help develop positive attitudes among students towards self, family, and community.
- Help students identify strengths and develop skills to cope with their personal issues.
- Work with students to understand and appreciate their unique qualities and to grow personally and socially.
- Provide educational and support services to parents.
- Provide consultation services to teachers.
- Facilitate referrals to community support services.
VHS Counseling Services
Welcome Valley Vikings! This school year will be different but we are still here to support you. We will be able to meet with you utilizing various ways of online communication. As the 2020-2021 school begins, make sure to do the following:
- Complete your Free, Reduced Lunch Program form.
- Set up your ParentVue and StudentVue
- View your schedule
To contact your assigned counselor complete their online form listed next to their name.
summer school 2021 information
Great news! Summer school will be available through eCademy. Students will work on their own at home. eCademy teachers will be available to support students virtually. In-person labs and tutors will also be available at all APS high school sites.
Summer School Registration is FREE! Contact your assigned counselor for registration.
Registration begins April 1.
Term I: June 7-25
Term II: June 28-July 19
Registration for SY 2021-2022
Registration for school year 2021-2022 is currently in progress. Contact Valley High School for enrollment. 505-345-9021
Schedule corrections
Student course selections are considered final unless the selections fail to prepare the student for minimum graduation requirements.
Corrections must be made within the first 10 days of the semester. Review for schedule correction should be requested through your assigned school counselor.
Set up your parentvue & studentvue to access your schedule
Complete your free, reduced lunch program form for school year 2020-2021
How many credits do I need to graduate?
Transcript
You can access your unofficial transcript through your StudentVue account. Select "Course History" and click on the blue box with "Unofficial Transcript". If you need an official transcript, you must complete your order through Parchment.
VHS Final exam
Senior Finals: April 29-30
Underclassmen Finals: May 20-21
eCademy final exam
Senior Finals: April 29-30
Underclassmen Finals: May 20-21
Graduation 2021
Credit recovery
Do you need to make up a credit? Contact your assigned counselor for information.
Need to contact your counselor?
Each counselor is available to help you with Academic, Persona/Social, and College & Career.
Students: Use the links below to contact your counselor.
Parents: Contact your student's counselor by email.
Last Names: A-Go Crystal Chavez, 9-12th crystal.chavez@aps.edu
Last Names: Gp-O Claudia Chavez, 9-12th claudia.chavez@aps.edu
Last Names: P-Z Holly Blue-Sky-Rey, 9-12th holly.blueskyrey@aps.edu
Students with an IEP Special Education Contact Rachel Ramirez rachel.ramirez@aps.edu
Deanna Valdez valdez_de@aps.edu
College & Career Readiness Counselor
Angelica Delgadillo angelica.delgadillo@aps.edu
