Cougar Parent Connection (CPC)

"The Cougar Parent Connection is a parent group that assists VHHS staff with communication and volunteer support of student activities and programs, as well as providing opportunities for giving back to the community."

2011-2012 CPC Board Members

2012 Senior Party - "It's Not the End of the World . . . "

The Class of 2012 Senior Party, "It's Not the End of the World . . . " will be held on June 1, 2012.  All Seniors are invited to attend.  Tickets are on sale now!  Click here for more info and to download an order form.

Parents, be sure to get involved in planning your Senior's year end party! 

The Senior Party is hosted by parents and is an opportunity for students to come together as a student body one last time and enjoy entertainment, games great food and fabulous prizes.  

If you would like to help, please contact Laurie Manso at ram2324@aol.com or 847.602.8056

Thank you!

Senior Party Fundraisers - Help us to raise funds for the 2012 Senior Party by taking part in the following events:

First Wednesday's Fundraisers at Jason's Deli

Click here for information

Meeting Schedule

Are you feeling “disconnected?”  The CPC Parent Organization is here to help!  All parents are invited to attend the following informative CPC meetings which are held in the VHHS Library. 

 2012 Staff Appreciation Luncheon

On Friday, May 11th the CPC will host our annual Staff Appreciation Luncheon in honor of all the teachers, staff and administration who have worked tirelessly and remained dedicated to our students and school throughout the 2011/2012 school year.  We are in need of monetary donations as well as parent volunteers to help at the luncheon.  Click here to download a volunteer/donation form.

2011 VHHS Adopt-a-Family

On December 15th the Cougar Parent Connection will host the annual VHHS Adopt-A-Family Dinner.  Here's how you can help:

Monetary Donations: 

This year the CPC has made it easier than ever for you! We are in need of monetary donations to purchase the holiday food and supplies, which will help us to serve more than 300 people in need. Please send your monetary donation to:

VHHS Main Office Attention: CPC/Adopt-A-Family (click here to download a volunteer/donation form)

Baked Goods: 

Prefer to cook? We'd love your home baked desserts to serve to our guests as well.

Dining Room Set-Up/Decorations:

We need 10-15 people on December 15th from 3:30 to 5:30 to help us set up. 

 General Volunteers:

• Food Line Servers
• Help plate the desserts
• Bus tables-bring out food and drinks to families
• Dish washers - clean utensils and platters used in serving

Clean-Up Crew:

We need 20 people to help clean up after our event from 6:30-7:30.                      

To volunteer for any of the above send an email to vhhsadoptafamily@gmail.com and let us know how many people from your family will be volunteering and for which jobs. VHHS students will be signing up on Nov. 23^rd at school. This event has been a great success because of the support of our VHHS families.

Volunteer Sign In:

Please arrive at 5 pm on Thursday December 15th and meet in front of the main doors of the gym. We will have sheets posted with your volunteer assignments/table assignments.

Purcahse VHHS Cougar Gloves:

Warm your hands and your hearts while supporting VHHS Adopt-a-Family!!! Order a pair (or two!) of custom-designed VHHS gloves.  These gloves are a warm, blue knit and feature a white paw print and VHHS logo on the back and the words of the school song on the palm. What a great gift for your student Cougar, and also a subtle way to remind yourself of what comes after "Go, Cougars, Go" when singing the school song. Proceeds from this fundraiser will go toward the Adopt-A-Family all-school service project, in which 3rd-period classes buy presents for needy Lake County families. The gloves are $8 a pair and come in sizes S, M and L. Click here for an order form.  Orders accepted until 8 a.m. Mon Nov 14. Helping others makes you feel good and warm inside!! 

Click here for more information on how you can help support the 2011 VHHS Adopt-a-Family program.

Get your Cougar Caller!

The Cougar Caller: An address/phone book of the entire VHHS student body along with parent names and contact information is available for $7.00.  You can pick one up in the school office.

Get Connected, Stay Connected with this valuable resource.  It is a must for both parents and students!

Help Wanted!!!!

Help make the most of your child’s high school years by getting involved.  No matter what your talents are, we have an opportunity for you!  Please contact Kathi McHenry jimkathi@comcast.net to add your name to one or more of the following volunteer lists for upcoming CPC-sponsored events.  You can also visit the CPC table at the Parent Open House on September 13^th for additional information or to sign up.

October 2rd – Cougar Classic

Sponsored by the Health & Wellness Committee and benefiting the American Heart Association. This event will take place at Big Bear Lake. Many volunteers are need to help with this event.

Coat Check

The CPC helps with coat check at various school dances.  We could use your help checking in coats, purses and other belongings while students attend the dance in the main gym.    

October 20^th – Healthy Lifestyles Fair & Career Expo October 26th

Because this student activity takes place during the lunch periods, it appeals to those who can volunteer time during the school day.  This opportunity typically involves serving popcorn or another simple snack to the students once they complete the Lifestyle Fair activities.  This is another great chance to visit with your child and his/her friends as they stop by our table to grab a snack at the end of their lunch hour.  Sign up to work a 1 or 2 hour shift.  Again, no experience required!

 December 15^th - Adopt-A-Family Dinner

This committee coordinates the dinner for the families hosted by our VHHS Students and Staff.  Volunteers are needed to solicit food donations from VHHS Parents and area restaurants, as well as help plan and serve dinner.  A remarkable and rewarding event that combines the efforts of VHHS Students, Parents and Staff, it is guaranteed to be the highlight of the season.     

May 4th - Staff Appreciation Luncheon
This committee organizes our Teacher/Staff end-of-the-year luncheon.  This event is unquestionably a staff favorite!! 

Spirit Store Coordinator

 The coordinator manages the Spirit Store, which sells Cougar Wear and other school-spirited items at various sporting events, fine arts presentations, and other school-sponsored events throughout the year.  The Spirit Store is a vital part of fundraising for all CAB, CAST and CPC.

Spirit Store Volunteer

We are looking for volunteers to work at the Spirit Store during home athletic events and school lunch periods every other Friday.  You can volunteer for as many or few days as your schedule allows.  No experience is needed.  Please email Shari April at vhhsspiritstore@comcast.net if you are interested in volunteering.  Below is the Spirit Store’s 2011/12 schedule.

Night schedule

Aug.   27  Sophomore Football 5:00

Aug.   27  Varsity Football 7:00

Sept.    1  Freshman Athletic Orientation

Sept.    2  Sophomore Football 5:00

Sept.    2  Varsity Football 7:00

Sept.  13  Open House

Sept.  16  Sophomore Football 5:00

Sept.  16  Varsity Football 7:00

Sept.  22   Pep Rally

Sept.  23  Sophomore Football 5:00

Sept.  23  Varsity Football 7:00

Sept.  30  Sophomore Football 5:00

Sept.  30  Varsity Football 7:00

Oct.    13  Choir Festival

Oct.    21  Sophomore Football 5:00

Oct.    21  Varsity Football 7:00

Nov.   1    Band Festival

Nov.  15   Fall Sports Award

Nov.  16   Orchestra Festival

Dec.    1   Variety Show

Jan.   24  8th Grade Orientation

Mar.  13   Winter Sports Award

May         Spring Sports Award

Friday Day Schedule

Sept. 2,9,16,23 and 30

Oct.1,7,14,21and 28

Nov. 4,18

Dec.2,9 and 16

Jan 6,20

Feb.3,17

Mar 2,16,30

Apr.13,27

May 11

Committees

Volunteers Needed! Make the most of your child's high school years by getting involved! We are always in need of additional volunteers. Please contact Kathi McHenry for information concerning any of these committees or to sign up to help out!