PACE High School

NOTICE OF DESTRUCTION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS
Casa Grande Union High School District will destroy special education records of former students who are no longer eligible for services and whose records have met applicable retention requirements under Arizona law.
If you are a former student, parent, or legal guardian and would like to obtain copies of records before destruction, please submit a written request to the District Office by June 1st, 2026.
Requests may be submitted to:
Student Services Attn. Lee Brown
Casa Grande Union High School District
1362 N. Casa Grande Ave
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
Phone: (520) 316-3360x1110
After the deadline, eligible records may be destroyed in accordance with state records retention requirements.

🎓 Attention Seniors! 🎓
It’s time to walk the halls one more time! Join us for Grad Walks at our elementary and middle schools and inspire the next generation of students. 💙
Wear your cap and gown 🎓 (if you have it), arrive a few minutes early ⏰, and get ready to be celebrated!
Check out the schedule and find your school—we can’t wait to see you there!

📣 The April CGUHSD Newsletter is here!
Stay up to date with the latest news, highlights, upcoming events, student achievements, and everything happening across Casa Grande Union High School District. 🌟📚
Check it out now 👉 https://app.smore.com/n/kt42m

Attention Parents & Seniors: Bookstore Fines & Fees Reminder
To help ensure a smooth Senior Checkout Day, parents and seniors are encouraged to check with the Bookstore to see if there are any outstanding bookstore fines or fees.
✔️ Beat the line and avoid delays by taking care of fines and fees ahead of time.
Payments can be made online by visiting:
👉 https://az-casagrande.intouchreceipting.com/
If you have questions or would like to verify a balance, please contact your school’s bookstore:
Casa Grande Union High School Bookstore: [520-836-8500 ext. 3201]
Vista Grande High School Bookstore: [520-876-9400 ext. 4588]
PACE Bookstore: [520-316-3360 ext. 1100]

📣 We Need Your Voice!
Families in the Casa Grande Union High School District — your feedback matters! We invite you to take a few minutes to complete our Family Survey and share your thoughts and experiences. Your input helps us improve our programs, strengthen our schools, and better support every student in our community.
✨ It only takes a few minutes
✨ Your responses are confidential
✨ Your voice makes a difference
Please take a moment today to complete the survey.
👉 Use the Family Survey Link below or the link sent to your email from Possip.
https://www.weeklypossip.com/surveys/wyqrhm?position=1
Thank you for being an important part of our school community! 📚

To join our team, visit https://cguhsd.schoolspring.com/

📝 State Testing Reminder
Students and families in the Casa Grande Union High School District — state testing is coming up!

📅 Testing Dates:
• April 7
• April 14
• April 15

💻 Distance learning students will receive assignments in each class and must complete them to be counted present.

📶 Need internet access?
If your student needs to attend in person due to lack of internet at home, please complete the request form using the link or QR code on the flyer.

🔗 Request form:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx...

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Dear Parents and Guardians,
Registration for the 2026–2027 school year at Casa Grande Union High School, PACE High School, and Vista Grande High School is now open and must be completed as soon as possible to ensure a smooth start to the upcoming school year.
To support our families, we will be hosting a Parent Support Night for incoming 9th grade students tonight, Wednesday, March 25, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Casa Grande Union High School District Office , 1362 N Casa Grande Ave, Casa Grande, AZ 85122. Staff will be available after hours to assist parents and guardians with completing the online registration process.
Required Documents for New Students:
Child’s birth certificate
Child’s immunization record
Parent/Guardian photo ID
Parent/Guardian current proof of residence
Completing registration early helps us plan staffing, course availability, and student scheduling more accurately. We strongly encourage all families to complete registration as soon as possible so students are fully registered and ready for next year.
We look forward to assisting you tonight!
Sincerely,
Charmaine Martinez
cmartinez@cguhsd.org
520-316-3360 ext. 1141

You are invited to attend a Parent Townhall to discuss the future of PACE High School and share your ideas, questions, and input.

We are committed to transparency and to ensuring that every student continues to have access to a high-quality educational pathway that meets their needs. This meeting will provide an opportunity to hear more about the considerations being reviewed, ask questions, and share your feedback.

Town Hall Details:
Tuesday, February 24
6:00 PM
PACE High School
1362 N. Casa Grande Avenue

We hope you can join us for this important conversation. Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our PACE community.

🎓✨ Class of 2030 – Enrollment Made Easy! ✨🎓

Casa Grande Union High School District #82 invites incoming freshmen families to our Cougar–Spartan–Python Nights for evening enrollment support!

🗓 Evening Support Dates (4:00–7:00 PM):
• Wednesday, February 18, 2026
• Wednesday, March 25, 2026
• Wednesday, April 15, 2026
• Wednesday, May 13, 2026

📍 Location:
District Office
1362 N. Casa Grande Ave, Casa Grande, AZ

Our team will walk you through each step of the enrollment process, provide computer access, and help get your student fully registered before the night is over!

📌 What to Bring:
✔ Proof of address
✔ Student birth certificate
✔ Vaccination records
✔ Parent/Guardian photo ID

💻 Families can also begin registration anytime at cguhsd.org.

Questions? Call 520-316-3360 ext. 1141.

We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2030! 🎉

🎨 Student Art Contest – Pinal County High School Students

Show your creativity and honor the legacy of César E. Chavez, Dolores Huerta, and Larry Itliong through art!

All Pinal County high school students are invited to participate in this year’s Art Contest, co-sponsored by the Casa Grande Arts & Culture Commission.

🗓️ Entry deadline: March 20, 2026 at 5 PM
📍 Submit to: City of Casa Grande – City Clerk

Get details and guidelines: cesarchavezpinal.org

Use your art to tell stories of leadership, justice, and community. ✨

📢✨ CGUHSD February Newsletter Is Here! ✨📢

Stay in the loop with everything happening this month across the district — from CTE highlights to school events and important updates!

📰 Read it now: https://app.smore.com/n/8t5fx

Check it out and don’t miss all the great stories and announcements! 💙📆

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! 🎓🐾

Dear Parents and Guardians,

This is a friendly reminder that students will be dismissed early on Friday, January 16 due to an early release day. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

Thank you!

You're Invited to Open House – Thursday, January 15
We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Open House on Thursday, January 15th, from 5:00–7:00 PM.
Open House is a wonderful opportunity to visit your child’s classroom, learn more about our curriculum and classroom expectations, and see the work your child has been doing. You will also have the chance to ask questions and connect with teachers and staff.
We encourage all families to attend and look forward to partnering with you to support your child’s success. Please feel free to stop by at any time during the event.

Thank you for your continued support, and we hope to see you there!

CGUHSD Career Job Fair - On-The-Spot Interviews!
January 31, 2026
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
1362 N. Casa Grande Avenue, Casa Grande, AZ 85122

🏫✨ 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! 🎓🐾

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! ❤️🤝