New Elective Opportunity: Sports Officiating Class – Spring 2026
Hello Cougar Families,
Starting January 6, 2026, we are excited to offer a new elective for our students: Sports Officiating.
In this course, students will learn how to officiate a variety of sports. The class will begin with baseball and softball, as they will be in season next semester, providing students with real-world, hands-on experience. By completing this class, students will have the opportunity to earn money as a sports official in the future.
Who is this class for?
Students interested in learning how to become a certified sports official
Athletes and sports fans who want to stay involved in athletics
Students interested in exploring career pathways in sports and athletics
Students seeking flexible job opportunities during high school and beyond
If your student is interested, please have them complete the form sent to their school email or reach out to their counselor for more information.
Thank you,
CGUHS Counseling Department
Hello Cougar Families,
Starting January 6, 2026, we are excited to offer a new elective for our students: Sports Officiating.
In this course, students will learn how to officiate a variety of sports. The class will begin with baseball and softball, as they will be in season next semester, providing students with real-world, hands-on experience. By completing this class, students will have the opportunity to earn money as a sports official in the future.
Who is this class for?
Students interested in learning how to become a certified sports official
Athletes and sports fans who want to stay involved in athletics
Students interested in exploring career pathways in sports and athletics
Students seeking flexible job opportunities during high school and beyond
If your student is interested, please have them complete the form sent to their school email or reach out to their counselor for more information.
Thank you,
CGUHS Counseling Department
🏫✨ CGUHSD Open Houses – You’re Invited! ✨🏫
Future students and families are invited to attend the CGUHSD Open Houses on
📅 Thursday, January 15, 2026
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
All campuses will be open, including:
• Casa Grande Union High School
• Vista Grande High School
• PACE High School
This is your chance to preview our schools before registration opens. Learn about academic pathways, extracurricular opportunities, the registration process, and what to expect when transitioning to high school. Tour classrooms, meet staff and students, and explore which campus is the right fit for you.
📌 Open enrollment applications for the 2026–27 school year will be available in January.
Scan the QR codes on the flyer for campus-specific details.
We look forward to welcoming you to our campuses! 🎓🐾
Future students and families are invited to attend the CGUHSD Open Houses on
📅 Thursday, January 15, 2026
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
All campuses will be open, including:
• Casa Grande Union High School
• Vista Grande High School
• PACE High School
This is your chance to preview our schools before registration opens. Learn about academic pathways, extracurricular opportunities, the registration process, and what to expect when transitioning to high school. Tour classrooms, meet staff and students, and explore which campus is the right fit for you.
📌 Open enrollment applications for the 2026–27 school year will be available in January.
Scan the QR codes on the flyer for campus-specific details.
We look forward to welcoming you to our campuses! 🎓🐾
🏀⚽ NEW ELECTIVE OFFERING – Semester 2 ⚾🏈
Vista Grande High School is excited to introduce a brand new elective starting in January:
👉 INTRO TO SPORTS OFFICIATING
Interested in sports, leadership, or staying involved in athletics? This course is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals of sports officiating while exploring opportunities both in high school and beyond.
Course Highlights:
• Earn 0.5 elective credit
• Learn how to become a certified sports official
• Perfect for athletes and sports fans
• Explore career pathways in sports and athletics
• Gain access to flexible job opportunities during high school and beyond
📧 Interested in signing up?
Email your School Counselor to register or to learn more!
Vista Grande High School is excited to introduce a brand new elective starting in January:
👉 INTRO TO SPORTS OFFICIATING
Interested in sports, leadership, or staying involved in athletics? This course is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals of sports officiating while exploring opportunities both in high school and beyond.
Course Highlights:
• Earn 0.5 elective credit
• Learn how to become a certified sports official
• Perfect for athletes and sports fans
• Explore career pathways in sports and athletics
• Gain access to flexible job opportunities during high school and beyond
📧 Interested in signing up?
Email your School Counselor to register or to learn more!
📢 PACE Reminder: Early Release Days
Parents and Guardians, please note that Thursday, December 18 and Friday, December 19 are early release days as students will be taking finals on both days.
Thank you for your support!
Parents and Guardians, please note that Thursday, December 18 and Friday, December 19 are early release days as students will be taking finals on both days.
Thank you for your support!
❄️🎶 You’re Invited to a Winter Concert! 🎶❄️
Vista Grande High School proudly presents A Winter Concert featuring the incredible talents of:
✨ Vista Grande Color Guard
🥁 Vista Grande Percussion Ensemble
🎺 Vista Grande Concert Band
📅 Tuesday, December 17, 2025
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Vista Grande High School Auditorium
🎟️ Free Admission
Under the direction of Alex Moore, our students have been working hard to prepare a beautiful evening of music and performance. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a festive night celebrating the season and our talented Spartans! 💙🎼
Vista Grande High School proudly presents A Winter Concert featuring the incredible talents of:
✨ Vista Grande Color Guard
🥁 Vista Grande Percussion Ensemble
🎺 Vista Grande Concert Band
📅 Tuesday, December 17, 2025
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Vista Grande High School Auditorium
🎟️ Free Admission
Under the direction of Alex Moore, our students have been working hard to prepare a beautiful evening of music and performance. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a festive night celebrating the season and our talented Spartans! 💙🎼
🐾 YOU’RE INVITED TO THE DEN! 🐾
Casa Grande Union High School is excited to welcome current and future students and their families to our Open House!
📅 Thursday, January 15
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 L Building
Come meet our teachers, staff, and administrators, learn about our course offerings, CTE programs, and AP classes, and explore everything CGUHS has to offer—from athletics and clubs to student activities.
🌭 Plus, enjoy hot dogs, chips, and cookies while you’re here!
Whether you’re already part of the Cougar family or considering joining us, we can’t wait to see you.
Welcome to the Den! 💙💛🐾
Casa Grande Union High School is excited to welcome current and future students and their families to our Open House!
📅 Thursday, January 15
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 L Building
Come meet our teachers, staff, and administrators, learn about our course offerings, CTE programs, and AP classes, and explore everything CGUHS has to offer—from athletics and clubs to student activities.
🌭 Plus, enjoy hot dogs, chips, and cookies while you’re here!
Whether you’re already part of the Cougar family or considering joining us, we can’t wait to see you.
Welcome to the Den! 💙💛🐾
✨ CGUHS Weekly Update #19 is live! Catch up on all the exciting news and student achievements from this week. 📘https://app.smore.com/n/2gn1r
🎁 PACE High School Toys for Tots Drive 🎄✨
It’s that time of year to spread joy and make a difference! PACE High School is proud to serve as a Toys for Tots drop-off location this holiday season.
From December 5th–15th, 2025, we invite our community to donate new, unwrapped toys and help bring smiles to children in need. Every gift you give becomes a memory a child will treasure forever. ❤️
📍 Drop-Off Location:
PACE High School – South Side of the Building
1362 N Casa Grande Ave
Your generosity can make a world of difference. Let’s come together and brighten the holidays for families across our community! 🎅🎁✨
Thank you for your support!
It’s that time of year to spread joy and make a difference! PACE High School is proud to serve as a Toys for Tots drop-off location this holiday season.
From December 5th–15th, 2025, we invite our community to donate new, unwrapped toys and help bring smiles to children in need. Every gift you give becomes a memory a child will treasure forever. ❤️
📍 Drop-Off Location:
PACE High School – South Side of the Building
1362 N Casa Grande Ave
Your generosity can make a world of difference. Let’s come together and brighten the holidays for families across our community! 🎅🎁✨
Thank you for your support!
Brown Bag Lunch is back! 🍕
Bring your student a lunch on Tuesday, December 16th.
Please remember this is a drop-off only event so lunchtime can run smoothly for all students.
All instructions and lunch times are listed on the flyer below.
Thank you for your support!
Bring your student a lunch on Tuesday, December 16th.
Please remember this is a drop-off only event so lunchtime can run smoothly for all students.
All instructions and lunch times are listed on the flyer below.
Thank you for your support!
🎉 Join Us for the 2025 Vista Grande Dance Concert! 🎭✨
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, dance, and holiday magic! The VG Dance Concert will showcase beautiful scenes from the Ballet Giselle along with high-energy dance pieces inspired by the Rockettes. You won’t want to miss it!
📅 Friday, December 12 at 6 PM
📅 Saturday, December 13 at 2 PM
📍 Vista Grande Auditorium
1556 N. Arizola Rd., Casa Grande, AZ 85122
🎟️ Tickets: $5 for ages 5 and up
Available at the concert and through the ticket link.
For questions, contact: cvaughn@cguhsd.org
Come support our talented dancers and kick off the season with an amazing show!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, dance, and holiday magic! The VG Dance Concert will showcase beautiful scenes from the Ballet Giselle along with high-energy dance pieces inspired by the Rockettes. You won’t want to miss it!
📅 Friday, December 12 at 6 PM
📅 Saturday, December 13 at 2 PM
📍 Vista Grande Auditorium
1556 N. Arizola Rd., Casa Grande, AZ 85122
🎟️ Tickets: $5 for ages 5 and up
Available at the concert and through the ticket link.
For questions, contact: cvaughn@cguhsd.org
Come support our talented dancers and kick off the season with an amazing show!
Save the Date!
Join us for the 4th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service on Monday, January 19th, 2026 at Peart Park.
Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy by making it “a day on, not a day off.”
🕙 Event starts at 10 AM
📍 350 E 6th St., Casa Grande, AZ 85122
More details coming soon—mark your calendars! ❤️🤝
Join us for the 4th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service on Monday, January 19th, 2026 at Peart Park.
Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy by making it “a day on, not a day off.”
🕙 Event starts at 10 AM
📍 350 E 6th St., Casa Grande, AZ 85122
More details coming soon—mark your calendars! ❤️🤝
Calling All Community Members!
Vista Grande High School is seeking volunteers for our 2nd Annual VGHS Mock Interview Event on Thursday, February 26th!
Help us prepare our seniors for life after graduation by giving them real-world interview experience. Your participation will help students build confidence and gain the critical interview skills they need for jobs, college, and beyond.
Volunteer Shifts Available:
• 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Whether you can join us for one session or all three, your support makes a big impact.
Interested in volunteering? Please register here: https://forms.office.com/r/25iudD7zft
Thank you for helping us empower our future graduates!
Vista Grande High School is seeking volunteers for our 2nd Annual VGHS Mock Interview Event on Thursday, February 26th!
Help us prepare our seniors for life after graduation by giving them real-world interview experience. Your participation will help students build confidence and gain the critical interview skills they need for jobs, college, and beyond.
Volunteer Shifts Available:
• 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Whether you can join us for one session or all three, your support makes a big impact.
Interested in volunteering? Please register here: https://forms.office.com/r/25iudD7zft
Thank you for helping us empower our future graduates!
VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL – PICTURE RETAKES
Thursday, December 4th
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Agora
Does your student need a new photo?
Send them to the Agora during retake hours!
🖼️ Still Want to Order Pictures?
Orders can be placed through Rembrandt Photography:
🌐 rembrandtpics.com
📞 520-797-9200
📦 Already Paid for Pictures?
Students who purchased photos on the original Picture Day and did not receive them today will receive their photo packages on Monday by their 2.5 Spartan Time teacher.
📚 2025–2026 YEARBOOKS & SENIOR ADS ON SALE!
Yearbooks are limited and the price will increase soon.
💲 Current Price: $65
🛒 Order at yearbookordercenter.com
🔢 Order Number: 16131
Secure your copy now before they’re gone!
Thursday, December 4th
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Agora
Does your student need a new photo?
Send them to the Agora during retake hours!
🖼️ Still Want to Order Pictures?
Orders can be placed through Rembrandt Photography:
🌐 rembrandtpics.com
📞 520-797-9200
📦 Already Paid for Pictures?
Students who purchased photos on the original Picture Day and did not receive them today will receive their photo packages on Monday by their 2.5 Spartan Time teacher.
📚 2025–2026 YEARBOOKS & SENIOR ADS ON SALE!
Yearbooks are limited and the price will increase soon.
💲 Current Price: $65
🛒 Order at yearbookordercenter.com
🔢 Order Number: 16131
Secure your copy now before they’re gone!
FAFSA Assistance Opportunities
Parents and Guardians,
We want to ensure your student receives the support they need to complete the FAFSA and access financial aid opportunities.
We will be hosting a FAFSA Workshop this Friday, December 5th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Front Office. Please register for FAFSA Friday by completing this form: https://forms.office.com/r/wWxsK6ysyr
GearUp NAU is also providing virtual FAFSA assistance available on most weeknights and weekends, please scan the QR code on the flyer. Support is offered in both English and Spanish to accommodate your family’s needs.
Parents and Guardians,
We want to ensure your student receives the support they need to complete the FAFSA and access financial aid opportunities.
We will be hosting a FAFSA Workshop this Friday, December 5th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Front Office. Please register for FAFSA Friday by completing this form: https://forms.office.com/r/wWxsK6ysyr
GearUp NAU is also providing virtual FAFSA assistance available on most weeknights and weekends, please scan the QR code on the flyer. Support is offered in both English and Spanish to accommodate your family’s needs.
Join us for CGUHS FAFSA Night! 🎓
Stop by CGUHS L52 on Tuesday, December 9th from 4:30–6:30 PM to get help completing your FAFSA—and enjoy FREE fry bread! Bring your Social Security number, driver’s license, and 2024 tax documents/W-2s. Don’t miss it!
Stop by CGUHS L52 on Tuesday, December 9th from 4:30–6:30 PM to get help completing your FAFSA—and enjoy FREE fry bread! Bring your Social Security number, driver’s license, and 2024 tax documents/W-2s. Don’t miss it!
🎁 VGHS Holiday Toy Drive is here! 🎄
Help us spread joy this season by donating new toys for the Toys for Tots Organization! Turn donations in to your 4th-period class from Dec. 1–12.
🍕 The class that brings the MOST toys wins a pizza party!
Let’s make the holidays brighter for kids in need — Spartans, we’ve got this! 🖤💛
Help us spread joy this season by donating new toys for the Toys for Tots Organization! Turn donations in to your 4th-period class from Dec. 1–12.
🍕 The class that brings the MOST toys wins a pizza party!
Let’s make the holidays brighter for kids in need — Spartans, we’ve got this! 🖤💛
📚 CGUHS After-School Tutoring! ✏️
Need some extra support? Join us every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:25–4:25 p.m. in Room L52 for help in English, Math, and Science.
We also offer study hall, homework help, free bus transportation, and a snack!
Come get ahead and stay on track! 💪📖
Need some extra support? Join us every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:25–4:25 p.m. in Room L52 for help in English, Math, and Science.
We also offer study hall, homework help, free bus transportation, and a snack!
Come get ahead and stay on track! 💪📖
Join the CGUHSD AI Taskforce Committee!
We’re forming a team to help guide how artificial intelligence will be thoughtfully integrated into our educational practices. Members will use the CGUHSD Generative AI Guidance document to inform decisions and support implementation.
🗓 First Meeting: November 20, 2025
🕓 3:45 PM
📍 District Office 1362 N. Casa Grande Avenue
Be part of shaping the future of learning — we’d love your input and perspective!
Sign up here: https://ow.ly/1CWP50Xu3s3
We’re forming a team to help guide how artificial intelligence will be thoughtfully integrated into our educational practices. Members will use the CGUHSD Generative AI Guidance document to inform decisions and support implementation.
🗓 First Meeting: November 20, 2025
🕓 3:45 PM
📍 District Office 1362 N. Casa Grande Avenue
Be part of shaping the future of learning — we’d love your input and perspective!
Sign up here: https://ow.ly/1CWP50Xu3s3
Soccer season is here! We are proud to announce our rosters for the 2025/26 girls soccer season and our schedule! We can't wait to see you out there! 💛⚽️💙
We are proud to share that the Casa Grande Union Varsity Flag Football Team has been selected as this year’s recipient of the AIA Flag Football Sportsmanship Award. This honor is given annually in each conference to the team that demonstrates the highest level of sportsmanship, as voted on by AIA officials. Our players and coaches have represented CGUHSD with exceptional character, respect, and integrity throughout the season.
The team has been invited to receive this award at halftime of the 5A State Championship Game, which will take place on November 23 at Corona Del Sol High School during the 4 PM game.
Congratulations to our athletes and coaching staff—your commitment to excellence, teamwork, and sportsmanship continues to make us Cougar proud! 🏈
The team has been invited to receive this award at halftime of the 5A State Championship Game, which will take place on November 23 at Corona Del Sol High School during the 4 PM game.
Congratulations to our athletes and coaching staff—your commitment to excellence, teamwork, and sportsmanship continues to make us Cougar proud! 🏈
