Willow Canyon News
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Spring Holiday
Spring Holiday – No School
Just a reminder that there will be No School on Friday, April 17, 2026 in observance of the Spring Holiday. Enjoy the long three-day weekend, and we look forward to seeing everyone back on campus Monday!
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Lucky Stuff
Willow Canyon Theatre Presents: Lucky Stuff – A Musical Comedy
Join us for this hilarious musical April 8–11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
WCHS Theatre Auditorium.
Tickets: $10 per person
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ACT/AZSCI & ASPIRE Testing- Modified Schedule
Day 2 of testing will take place on Tuesday, April 7th for 9th and 11th grade students. It is important that students arrive at school on time, eat breakfast, and come prepared to perform their best.
On these days, all 10th & 12th grade students will have an e-learning day at home , where they will complete assignments.
11th Grade- ACT/AzSCI
TUESDAY,APRIL 7,2026
TIME DURATION
7:15-12:20 TESTING 5 hrs. 5 min
12:20-12:50 LUNCH B 30 min
12:55-1:35 Rotation 1 40 min
1:35-2:15 Rotation 2 40 min
9th Grade-ASPIRE
TUESDAY,APRIL 7,2026
TIME DURATION
7:15-10:35 TESTING 3 hrs. 15 min
10:30-11:00 LUNCH A 30 min
11:10-12:10 Rotation 1 60 min
12:10-1:10 Rotation 2 60 min
1:10-2:15 Rotation 3 70 min
10th & 12th Grade E-Learning Day
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Dysart to Launch Marine Corps JROTC at Willow Canyon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - 04/02/2026
DYSART SCHOOLS - Willow Canyon High School will be the newest school in Arizona to offer a U.S. Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) program. The program will launch for the 2026/2027 school year at the school campus, located at 17901 West Lundberg Street, Surprise AZ 85388, and was approved by the Dysart Governing Board at the March 30 meeting. Students in grades 9-12 will be eligible to enroll in the program, which consists of up to four levels of leadership education instruction.
“We are extremely proud to expand our JROTC offerings through a partnership with the Marine Corps,” said Dr. John Croteau, Dysart Schools Superintendent. “These programs provide valuable opportunities for the students in our community, and it is a great honor for Dysart to be chosen through the Marine Corps’ rigorous selection process.”
This will be the second JROTC program in the Dysart district, as an Army JROTC program has been in place at Dysart High School for many years. Both programs are offered through Dysart’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) department, and include classroom and field experience, as well as clubs for associated competitive teams.
About Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps The Marine Corps JROTC program is one of the Marine Corps’s contributions to assisting America’s youth to become better citizens. The program produces successful students and productive adults, while fostering in each school a more constructive and disciplined learning environment. The mission of the program is to develop character and citizenship in the youth of America. Objectives include: Give students an appreciation for the origin, advantages and responsibilities of citizenship; Develop an understanding of leadership skills and the advantages of strong moral character; Promote in the students an understanding for the need and application of national security; and Develop in students a sense of pride and personal discipline.
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TESTING Schedule
These assessments are an important opportunity for students to show their growth and readiness. Your preparation and attention to details will help ensure a smooth and successful testing experience.
Thank you for your support as we prepare our Wildcats to show what they know and continue to WIN!
TUESDAY,MARCH 31
11th Grade -ACT/AzSci
Time:
7:15-11:30 Testing 4hrs 15min
11:30-12:00 Lunch B 30min
12:05-1:10 Rotation 1 65 min
1:10-2:15 Rotation 2 65 min
9th Grade-Aspire
Time:
7:15-10:35 Testing 3hrs 20min
10:35-11:05 Lunch A 30min
11:10-12:10 Rotation1 60min
12:10-1:10 Rotation 2 60min
1:10-2:15 Rotation 3 65min
After lunch, Students will return to their assigned testing room for the remainder of the day.
10th & 12th Grade E-Learning Day
Sophomores and Seniors
will receive an assignment in Schoology to complete by the end of the school day. This assignment will require them to complete work from home on March 21. their teachers will be avaliable via email if support is needed. Attendance will be recorded based on the assignments that are turned in, but students will NOT be required to attend virtual or live streamed classes.
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Prom 2026
Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Venue:
Chateau Luxe
1175 E. Lone Cactus Dr,
Phoenix, AZ 85024
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Sports Physicals
Reminder: FREE Sports Physicals Sign-Up Deadline has been extended to MARCH 23, 2026!
Dysart Unified School District, in partnership with Dignity Health, is offering FREE sports physicals for the 2026–2027 school year for student-athletes who plan to participate in a high school sport.
Sign-up deadline: Monday, March 23, 2026
If your student plans to participate in athletics next year, please make sure to join the ParentSquare group and complete the sign-up process before the deadline.
Join the group here: dysart.org/freephysicals
All appointment information, instructions, and required steps are posted in that group.
Spots are limited and the deadline will be strictly enforced, so please sign up as soon as possible.
Please Note: Appointments Only. No Walk-Ins Accepted.
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Spring Break -NO SCHOOL
Reminder: There will be NO SCHOOL March 16–20 for Spring Break.
Enjoy the break!
We look forward to welcoming everyone back to class on Monday, March 23, 2026.
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Class of 2026 Cap & Gown Distribution
Cap and gown distribution for the Class of 2026 will take place on:
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Jostens will be distributing caps and gowns in the Auditorium Lobby.
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No School
There will be no school on Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents Day.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17.
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Willow Canyon High School Theatre Presents:
Pulitzer Prize Play of 1937
YOU CANT TAKE IT WITH YOU
A new comedy by
Moss Hart & Geo.S. Kaufman
When: February 11-13
Time: 7 PM
Where: WCHS Performing Arts Center
17901 W. Lundberg St
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Parent Survey
It’s Time to Complete the Annual Parent Survey!
Please remember to complete our annual Parent Survey if you haven’t already done so. We want to know what our district and school are doing well and how we can improve in the future. It should take about 5 minutes to complete and will be open through Sunday, February 15. Find it in English at www.dysart.org/survey and in Spanish at www.dysart.org/encuesta
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Spring Sport Tryouts
Spring Sport Tryouts Begin:
Softball & Baseball:
2/9, 2/10, 2/11
Beach Volleyball:
2/9 & 2/10
Boys Volleyball:
2/9 & 2/10
Tennis Boys & Girls:
2/9-2/13
Track Season Starts:
February 9th
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Foster Care Drive
WCHS Key Club and STUCO are partnering with AZ DCS-Taking donations for high school teens in foster care
When: February 2nd-6th
Where: WCHS front office
Why: Students in foster care under the Department of Child Safety are looking for donations to help support them while searching for a forever home or moving out on their own!
Accepting: Clothes(new), Cleaning Supplies, School Items, Hygiene Items, Feminine products
Used Clothing Drop-off: (one day only) February 4th 2:15pm-6pm in front of the school we will be collecting used clothes of all ages infant to adult.
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Attention Students and Parents:
Horizon Benchmark Testing will take place on Wednesday, January 28, for students in grades 9–11.
Please be sure to: Bring a fully charged Chromebook, get plenty of rest the night before , and eat breakfast before testing.
The information from this benchmark helps your teachers understand what you already know and what you still need to learn, so they can better support your success.
Thank you for being prepared and giving your best effort!
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Horizon Benchmark #2 Testing
Benchmark Testing-Modified Schedule I January 28
We will be administering our 2nd Benchmark Assessment on January 28, and students will follow a modified schedule that day.
Benchmarks provide valuable data on student growth, proficiency, and next steps as we continue preparing for ACT and ASPIRE State Testing.
To help students be successful, please plan ahead to ensure they are: Present and on time, Well rested ,Chromebooks fully charged Ready to show what they know,
Thank you for your partnership in supporting student success.
We are WILLOW. We WIN!
Modified Testing Schedule Wednesday, January 28th
Seniors: With Counselors in the Auditorium
ECAP, Future Plans ,FAFSA, Guest Speaker
9th-11th:
Horizon BM #2 7:15 AM 10:45 AM 3hr 30 min
A Lunch 10:45 AM 11:15 AM 30
Period 4 11:20 AM 12:00 PM 40
Period 4 10:50 AM 11:30AM 40
B Lunch 11:30 AM 12:00PM 30
Period 1 12:05 PM 12:27 PM 22
Period 2 12:32 PM 12:54 PM 22
Period 3 12:59 PM 1:21 PM 22
Period 5 1:26 PM 1:48 PM 22
Period 6 1:53 PM 2:15 PM 22
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Blood Drive
Wednesday, January 14,2026
7:30am-11:30am
Location : WCHS Small Gyn
17901 W Lundberg St~ Surprise
*Sign up with Ms. Parmley in Room 915 or With one of the Blood Drive Committee Members
~Arizona Renaissance Festival Voucher for a complimentary one -day admission.
~Donate Jan. 5-Feb.8 for 26 chances to win a $500 Rewards gift card, opt-in required!*
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NO School -MLK Day
No School
Monday, January 19th, 2026
in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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Winter Break
No School-Winter Break
December 22nd-January 5th,2026
*School resumes for students on January 6th
Wishing you peace, joy, and all the best this holiday season can offer.