Junior High Welcome Guide
Junior High School Events
iPAD SET UP
Parents will receive information to assist their child with their iPad setup. The information will be initially sent in the month of August, and the communication will continue until the start of school. Click here to view further iPad requirement details.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Register for on-campus summer programming by visiting our Summer Programs Catalog. For students who are just joining our VCS family, we highly encourage iPrep and Jumping into Junior High during the week of July 27.
MARCH 30 | COURSE CATALOG
You will receive an email with the updated Course Catalog for the 2026-27 school year. This catalog includes important audition links for performance classes. The audition submission deadline is April 15.
APRIL 18 | PLACEMENT ASSESSMENTS
We require all incoming students to take a math placement test to determine the most accurate course placement for the 2026-27 school year. You must register for this assessment.
If your child is entering 7th or 8th grade and would like to be considered for placement into Honors English, you may also indicate that on the registration form.
Saturday, April 18 | 8:30am-12pm
8:30am - Check In
9-11:15am - Math Placement Text
Required
11:30am-12pm - English Honors Placement Essay
Optional for Incoming 7th/8th Graders
APRIL 22 | CLASS INFORMATION NIGHT
Join us on the Skyway Campus, in the Conservatory Hall, for an important information session with our counselors. You will learn more in depth about our course and program offerings, as well as instructions for completing your course requests once the online portal opens.
Wednesday, April 22 | 6pm
This event is for adults only.
APRIL 27-MAY 4 | CLASS CHOICE
During this window, you and your child can request fall courses through our online platform, “Class Choice.” This is not a crafting of their schedule, but you will see customized course offerings that match your child’s age and ability.
AUGUST 4 | NEW PARENT ORIENTATION
We encourage new parents to join us for dinner and a chance to connect with our Principal and the VCS community.
Tuesday, August 4 | 5:30-9:00pm
This event is for adults only.
AUGUST 7 | WELCOME WARRIOR EVENT
We encourage you to save the date of August 7. Our new students will participate in our campus welcoming events and receive information needed for the start of school.
Friday, August 7
This event is for students only.
All 6th Grade Students
- 9:30am to 12:00pm - All grade 6 students will meet in the Main Gym.
- Receive your class schedule.
- Meet your WEB leader and tour the campus!
Transfer Students 7th and 8th Grades
- 1:00pm to 3:00pm - All transfer students will meet in the Main Gym.
- Receive your class schedule.
- Meet your WEB leader and tour the campus!
