Willow Canyon News
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Cap/Gown & Announcement Distribution
Jostens will be here to Distribute Cap/Gown & Announcements
When: March 10th ,2026
Time: 9:30am -1:00 pm
Where: WCHS 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.
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Early Dismissal
Reminder : Thursday, Dec.18th & Friday, Dec.19th
Semester 1 Finals
Early Dismissal for Students: 10:30am
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Semester 1 Finals- Early Release
Reminder :
Semester 1 Finals are December 18 & 19
*Students will be released at 10:30am
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Holiday Harmonies
Winter Choir Concert – "Holiday Harmonies"
Dates: December 11 & 12
Showtime: 7:00 PM Doors open at 6:30 PM
Location: Willow Canyon High School Auditorium
17901 W Lundberg St, Surprise
Tickets are now available.
Don’t miss this festive performance!
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Thanksgiving Break
No School – Thanksgiving Break
November 24–28
Enjoy some well-deserved rest, relaxation, and quality time with your loved ones!
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Dancing Through The Decades
Join us for an unforgettable show!
Willow Canyon Dance Presents: Dancing Through the Decades
November 19–21 • 7:00 PM
WCHS Auditorium
Tickets: $7.00 (online only) Get yours at our.show/wcdance2025
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Open Enrollment
Dysart will begin accepting Open Enrollment applications for the 2026–2027 school year on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Parents and guardians who would like their child to attend a school outside of their residential attendance boundary for the 2026–2027 school year must submit an Open Enrollment application online at Dysart.org/OE.
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Winter Choir Concert Tickets on sale
Hey Wildcats!
Tickets for our Winter Choir Concert, “Holiday Harmonies,” are now on sale!
Visit: our.show/wcchoirholiday25 for more information.
Concert Dates: December 11 & 12
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
We can’t wait to share the music we’ve been working on with you!
Dysart staff: Email Mac at logan.macdonald@dysart.org to receive 2 free tickets.
Have a great day — you are loved! ❤️