Paradise Valley High SchoolStudent Guide

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Paradise Valley High School

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
10
Local details
9

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 4, 2026 – May 26, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries
  1. School Year 2026-2027Relevant now
  2. School Year 2027-2028

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Campus language

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10 terms

A

A Lunch
The first of two staggered lunch periods, determined by a student's midday class assignment.

B

B Lunch
The second of two staggered lunch periods, determined by a student's midday class assignment.

C

CREST
Center for Research in Engineering, Science, and Technology; a specialized four-year STEM program hosted at the school.

D

DECA
An association for students interested in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.

H

HOSA
Future Health Professionals; a student organization for those in the CREST Bioscience track.

N

NHS
National Honor Society; a service-based organization for students meeting specific GPA and character requirements.

P

PV
The most common shorthand name used by students and staff to refer to the school.

S

STUGO
Student Government; the elected body of students that organizes school events and spirit weeks.

T

Trojan Army
The name for the student cheering section at athletic events and pep assemblies.
Trojans
The official mascot and the collective term for the student body.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details
1000 Building
The main administrative building housing the front office, counseling, and several classrooms.
Bus Pass
The required identification for students to board district-provided transportation to and from campus.
CREST Building
The specialized facility on the north side of campus dedicated to the engineering and science programs.
Infinite Campus
The digital portal where students check their official grades, attendance records, and class schedules.
Late Start
Specific days, usually Thursdays, where the school day begins later to accommodate teacher professional development.
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PVHS Cafeteria
The 7000 Building
The building primarily housing the school's performing arts, including the auditorium and music rooms.
The Gym
The primary indoor athletic facility used for physical education, basketball, and volleyball.
The Trojan Way
The school's official code of conduct focusing on being respectful, responsible, and safe.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 4, 2026 – May 26, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
10 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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These are things we discovered from public campus sources. We are constantly looking for more.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Life in Phoenix for Paradise Valley High School Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Phoenix.

Timezone

Mountain Time (no DST)

Median Rent

$1,700

Cost of Living Index

103

Student Population

115,000

City Transportation

Walkability

41

Bikeability

56

Public Transit

Valley Metro Bus, Valley Metro Rail (light rail), Paratransit services

Nearest Airports

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Hot desert (BWh)

Avg Annual Temp

75°F

Avg Snowfall

0.3 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

West Lot

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Designated for student parking, pick-up, and drop-off. Permit costs $100/year.

East Lot

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Reserved for special needs buses and staff members only.

South Lot

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Reserved for staff and visitors only. Not a student drop-off area until after 7:30 a.m.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Paradise Valley High School

PVHS Girls Golf @ Mountain Shadows GC

August 19, 2026

Mountain Shadows GC

Girls golf match.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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