UPC brings parents from across the district together to enhance the PVSchools experience! 

*UPC is independent from PVUSD and information posted in this newsletter does not represent the views of the Paradise Valley Unified School District.*

Join UPC for our first monthly meeting of the 2025-2026 school year! The General Meeting will be followed by the traditional first program: "The Opening Bell" presented by PV's new superintendent, Dr. C. Todd Cummings. All are invited to attend!

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

9:00am UPC General Meeting

10:00am "The Opening Bell"

This meeting will be held both in person and online.

To attend in person, please join us in DAC East/West at the District Office: 15002 N 32nd St Or, please register in advance HERE to receive the Zoom link.

View the UPC Facebook Event HERE and click "Going"

Proposed Budget

View the May 14, 2025 Meeting Minutes

Happy new school year to our returning UPC Representatives, Alternates and Community Members - AND we would like to extend a very warm welcome to any NEW UPC Representatives, Alternates, and Community Members joining the UPC organization this school year. We often get asked, “How can I become part of UPC?” So, as the new school year kicks off, we wanted to share a reminder about what UPC does and how YOU can be part of it. UPC Representatives are selected at the school site, typically through the respective Parent Group (if such a group exists). Parent Groups should consult respective bylaws to determine UPC Representative selection protocol. UPC Representation may also be selected by school site leadership (e.g., Principal). Keep in mind, you do not need to be a UPC Rep/Member to attend our monthly UPC General Meetings - these meetings are open to the public and all are welcome to join us. Use the link below to learn more…

Click here to learn WHAT IS UPC AND HOW CAN I BE A PART OF IT?

If you are a 25-26 UPC Representative from your school, please use THIS FORM to complete your membership form for this year. Please complete this form with as much information as possible. Having up to date contact information helps us when we need to reach out to parent groups.

Community members are invited to show their support for UPC and our mission by registering for a UPC Community Membership. Parents and guardians of students currently attending PVSchools are not considered Community Members and are always invited to attend UPC meetings and presentations. Please complete THIS FORM to become a Community Member and then make a donation of $25 using the Zeffy link below.

We are using Zeffy as part of the Membership Registration Process. After you complete the registration form, please send THIS LINK to your parent group's Treasurer or whoever will make the payment for your school's annual membership dues. We kindly request Membership Registration and the Annual Dues payment be submitted by September 1, 2025. 

Last year, many parent groups in our community opted to provide financial support for UPC programs such as Teacher and Staff Appreciation, Bus Driver Appreciation and Instructional Assistant Appreciation and you will be able to do that again during your registration! This support allowed UPC to show our appreciation to staff members around the district that play an important role in our children's education. Thank you for considering supporting our district-wide programs! If your parent group board needs to vote on a donation, now is the time prior to registration to make it seamless. 

Thank you!

Questions about membership? Please email Laura Hill, UPC's VP of Membership at membership@pvupc.org.

Curious about Gifted Education in PV?

Join us as we explore:

• How do we define "Gifted Learners"
• How are Gifted Learners identified in PVSchools
• The many different programs available to support Gifted Learners in PVSchools
• Resources available for families

Information will be presented by a panel of Gifted Specialists in PVSchools as well as the new Director of Gifted Education, Nichole Wilfert. Everyone is invited to attend! Learn about the opportunities for Gifted Learners in PVSchools and connect with other parents!

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

6:00pm-7:00pm

Desert Cove Elementary School Library

11020 N. 28th St

Phoenix, AZ 85028

Please register to receive the Zoom link HERE.

Questions? Please email gifted@pvupc.org for more info!

The Curriculum & Instruction Department is facilitating a committee which will determine a new Tier 1 Comprehensive K-12 Science curriculum and possible supplemental curriculum.  The District is requesting additional Parent Representatives to serve on the committee. Science educational or work experience is preferred, but not required. If you are already serving on the committee, you do not need to reapply. If you are unable to continue serving, please e-mail president@pvupc.org.

The committee make up is planned to include:

·      Elementary School Parents (2-3)

·      Middle School Parents (2-3)

·      High School Parents (2-3)

When possible, parent representation on District committees will be from across the district and represent diverse backgrounds and perspectives, in addition to filling the specific criteria requests in line with the goals of that committee. Completing this form does not guarantee placement on the committee. If you are selected for the committee, you will receive an email from UPC confirming your participation. Thank you for your interest in serving on a District committee!  The Curriculum Department is looking forward to a collaborative process that will recommend resources for our teachers and students.

Meeting Dates:

August 21, 2025, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

August 26,  2025, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

September 8, 2025, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

September 18,  2025, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

September 30,  2025, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

October 16,  2025, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

November 20,  2025, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

December 4,  2025, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

January 12,  2026, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

January 20,  2026, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

To be considered for participation in this curriculum committee, please complete THIS GOOGLE FORM.

Special Needs Planning: How to Prepare for Your Child's Future with Emily Kile, Esq.

You can view the recording HERE.

Career and Technical Education

(CTE) Programs

PVSchools offers a wide variety of Career and Technical Education different programs at all five high schools. You can view a list of CTE Programs available at each school HERE. This presentation includes videos of many of the CTE programs and would be great to watch with your student!

Watch the recording HERE.

Fine Arts in PVSchools

Learn about the many programs and opportunities for students to learn more about the fine arts. Also, learn the steps a student needs to take in order to earn the Seal of Fine Arts upon graduating from any of high school.

Watch the recording HERE.

PVSchools Resources for Families:

HERE is UPC's List of Health and Wellness Resources 

View the District's list of Resources for Families: English and Español

PVSchools is hiring! Check out career opportunities HERE! 

Your participation is vital to the success of UPC and to supporting our students and PVSchools. 

If you have any questions or suggestions, please email President@pvupc.org. 

With gratitude for all you do,

Julie Blumenreich & the UPC Exec Team 

President 2025-2026

PV United Parent Council