Paradise Valley High School - PVSchools

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! In observance of the holiday, all schools and district offices will be closed today. Classes and regular office hours will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8.

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09/04/2026

Big news from CREST Bioscience! Paradise Valley High School junior Sophia is making a powerful difference by raising awareness for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a rare genetic neuromuscular disorder.

Her dedication and advocacy have made an impact far beyond the classroom. In honor of her incredible work, Governor Hobbs has officially declared September 7 as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day in Arizona.

is incredibly proud of Sophia and the difference she is already making in her community. Her passion, perseverance, and commitment to raising awareness are an inspiring example of how students can use their education to make a difference. 🙌

Thank you to Kaley O'Kelley and ABC15 Arizona for featuring Sophia's story!

It started with one email from a 16-year-old girl determined to fight for the person she loves most.

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

08/28/2026

Ready to explore exciting career paths? Join for a virtual College and Career 101 presentation on Thursday, September 10, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.! Learn how the Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs in Paradise give students a head start with hands-on learning and tailored pathways for post-secondary success.

You can learn more by visiting https://www.pvschools.net/our-district/newsroom/news-details/~board/pvschools-news/post/college-and-career-101-career-and-technical-programs/!

08/26/2026

Congratulations are in order for the Paradise Valley High School (PVHS) Tri-M Music Honor Society! They were named 2025-26 Tri-M Music Honor Society Chapter of the Year following an incredible series of impactful community service projects.

The talented student-musicians hosted educational field trips, performed at assemblies at Palomino Intermediate and Whispering Wind Academy to inspire future band, choir, and orchestra students, and organized a benefit concert that raised over $1,500 for Make-A-Wish Arizona! ❤️

Join us in thanking Tri-M members for inspiring the next generation of musicians and supporting fine arts across !

08/26/2026

is proud to celebrate Lilian Cortez Felix, a 2026 Paradise Valley High School graduate and the district's first Student Rocky Mountain Emmys Nominee! Lilian's short film, "A Place to Belong," was created in her senior year and received a nomination alongside dozens of other entries from across four southwestern states. This excellent achievement highlights the creativity and dedication of students in Paradise.

The awards ceremony will take place on September 19 at Chateau Luxe in Phoenix. Join us in cheering on Lilian for this well-deserved media recognition, which has also earned accolades from the West Valley Film Festival and the Arizona Interscholastic Press Association!

08/25/2026

Learn the facts of the upcoming Maintenance and Operations (M&O) Override and District Additional Assistance (DAA) Override by attending one of five community presentations.

📍 September 1 at 6 p.m. (North Canyon High School)
📍 September 15 at 6 p.m. (Horizon High School)
📍 September 16 at 6 p.m. (Paradise Valley High School)
📍 September 22 at 6 p.m.(Shadow Mountain High School)
📍 September 30 at 6 p.m. (Pinnacle High School)

Learn more by visiting the district Override Election website at https://www.pvschools.net/departments-directory/budget-and-finance/override-election.

08/25/2026

📢 Early Dismissal Today! 📢

K-12 early dismissal happening today.

View the calendar at https://www.pvschools.net/calendar.