Miracle Mile Dinner - 10/6/2011

Come to Culver's of 9/22 - Invite Family & Friends

Required by 10/1 - AIA Mandated

AIA NEEDS YOU TO COMPLETE

We have spoke to several of you, and we want to clarify, this is NOT the same thing as the concussion paper you turned in with your original district paperwork. This is an AIA requirement, NOT just Paradise Valley Unified School District requirement. An athlete may become ineligible to play ANY sports if this is not completed by the deadline. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS ASAP. You will need to complete a quick registration and plan on the whole thing taking roughly 40-50 minutes.  

MANDATORY – FULL TEAM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED!!!  (Even if you are a returning swimmer – so this means every swimmer and diver.)

 

Below is the link to the AIA mandated student concussion education program called Brainbook.  All fall athletes must take this course before Oct. 1st.  They need to print out the completion certificate and turn in to Ms. Roman.  They only need to do this course 1 time for their HS career.  If the link is not working, it can be found on aiaonline.org under the AIA academy link at the top.  Please take it seriously because you do have to finish a test at the end of the course.

http://aiaacademy.org/users/login/brainbook

Jamba Juice Fundraiser

JAMBA JUICE EXTREME FUNDRAISER!

 

The Kickoff event happened Wednesday night at the pool.  Here is the information on the fundraiser:

 

Fundraising Card Fundraiser

 

Fundraising sales run a maximum of 2 weeks.  NO EXCEPTIONS!

 

·         Day 1 – Jamba Juice Fundraiser Kick-off – allow 15-30 minutes to discuss the fundraiser, how to sell, and distribute cards – talk will be given by Jamba Juice facilitator – Wednesday NIGHT!  If you missed it, be sure to contact Wendy Q. to make arrangements to pick up your cards!!!

 

·         Participants will be placed in to teams of 5-10 (This needs to be done by your organization prior to Jamba Juice facilitator arrival at the time of Kickoff)

o   YOU ARE ALL IN GROUPS WITH YOUR BIG SIS - BRO / LIL SIS – BRO.  The Big Sis or Bro are the Team Captains.  Connect with them to strategize your efforts!!!  Incentives to be won!

·         20 Jamba Juice cards will be distributed to each participant to sell for $10 each.   Each card has a value of approximately $50.

o   Participating Jamba Juice locations are listed on the back of the card.  50% will be returned back to your organization.  Not valid at Safeways, Tucson or out of state.  There are 21 locations available. 

 

·         Mid Sale Checkpoint – ½ way thru the SEPTEMBER 21 @ 6:15P money and reports total # of cards sold to date.  Participants who’ve sold 10 or more cards will qualify for a conditioning pass (example no pushups or running at practice)  - COACHES CHOICE – You will get to skip out on a Main Set of your Choice at High School Practice Only

o   Jamba incentive (3 free Jamba coupons given to each participant who’s sold 10 cards).

 

·         BLITZ – Last day of sale SEPTEMBER 28 4P TO 6P – MEET AT THE POOL TO GET STARTED AND TO FINISH UP!!  , we will sell cards door-to-door, business to business.  WE NEED 110% Participation!  - NEED PARENT DRIVERS TO ASSIST AND ENSURE STUDENT SAFETY.  PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP OUT.  EACH GROUP HAS 7-9  STUDENTS IN IT SO WE MAY NEED MORE THAN 1 CAR DEPENDING ON HOW BIG YOUR CAR IS!!!

o   Top Selling Participant receives $1 for every card they sell.  AND COACHES CONTRIBUTION – TOP SELLER WILL RUN AN ENTIRE HS PRACTICE!!!

o   Every Participant who sells 20 or more cards will get to pull money from a money bag.

o   Winning team will play a game for $.

 

You must participate in the Sales Blitz to qualify for the incentives!!

o   If you need more cards throughout your sale, please contact your fundraising sponsor/chairperson – WENDY QUINONEZ  has the extra cards   wendyq@q.com . Jamba will have supplied them with a reserve inventory.

 

Questions?

Where does the cash for incentives come from?!?!  

 

Jamba will donate 3% of your entire sale in cash incentives. 

In order to make this a successful fundraiser and show YOUR support for you organization, Jamba asks that you match our contribution of 3%, allowing for 6% of your sale to be directed toward cash incentives.

 

For example – If your organization runs a $5,000 sale.  Jamba will donate $150.00 for incentives, and your organization will match Jamba for a total of $300.00 in cash giveaways.

 

If your sale is not as successful as planned, we will eliminate certain incentives.

**Incentives do not have to be cash – this is open to discuss.  It could be t-shirts, gym bags, etc.  However, the maximum contribution from Jamba will be 3%.

 

 

JAMBA NOTES:  CHECKS MUST BE MADE OUT TO PHS SWIM & DIVE BOOSTER CLUB AND ALL CARDS / MONEY MUST BE TURNED IN ON THE LAST DAY OF THE SALE SEPTEMBER 28!!!  NO EXCEPTIONS.  IF YOU DON’T BRING THEM, YOU THEN OWE FOR THEM.

UPPER CRUST

Upper Crust has generously allowed us 20% back all day on Thursday, September 8th.
Let your friends and family know they can go all day or they can join the team there after the meet.

Remind everyone to take the flyer!

Update - August 30

HI EVERYONE!

Here is the info for the week:

PRACTICES:

Swim Practices: PV Park Pool

M (8/29) -- 6:30 – 8P

T (8/30) --5-6:30 P, If you have other commitments during this time, you will not be penalized for attendance towards the next meet.

T (8/30) -- 6:30 – 7P, OPTIONAL – Dryland with Coach Laura – bring those tennis!

W (8/31) -- 6:30 – 8P , MANDATORY PRACTICE – Turn in your club attendance sheets – Suit distribution.  Short team meeting prior to the start of practice.

Th (9/1) -- Meet:  Bus departs 2:15  - 2:30p from PHS  (@ CORONADO  / EL DORADO POOL  Map Link:  http://bit.ly/pgWQVG) 4P start time

F (9/2) -- 6:30 – 8P

Dive Practices: PV Park Pool

M-W (8/29 -8/31)-- 4-6P

TH (9/1) -- Meet: Still awaiting confirmation details from the Coronado coaching staff.

F (9/2) -- 4-6P

NOT RIDING THE BUS HOME FROM THE MEET?

If your child will not be riding the bus home from the meet on Thursday, a parent needs to email the Athletic Director’s office:  cnewland@pvlearners.net by Wednesday 2p.  They did say that if you don’t get that info in by then, they may be able to work something out, but they may not. If you don’t want to take the chance, be sure to get that email in excusing your child on time.

REMINDER:

BBQ PARTY @ LA PORTE’S before practice on Monday September 5^th.  4-6P

5453 E. Danbury Rd.    Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Map Link:  http://bit.ly/nUo1A6

****Also note for the swimmers/divers to bring a t-shirt to tie dye at the bbq.****

CALENDAR CHANGE:

Wolves Invitational originally scheduled for Sept. 10 is now on the 13^th / 14^th for the divers depending on gender. September 17^th (I know, Homecoming dance ) for the swimmers. More details to come.

Location: Chandler High School Aquatic Center.

350 N. Arizona Ave.
Chandler, AZ

Map Link: http://bitly.com/WolvesInvite

FOR NEW SWIMMERS / DIVERS – meet at PHS to catch the bus. The coaches can specify where on campus you need to be, so ask them tomorrow at the Mandatory meeting. Parents – if you want to attend the meet, you will need to drive. The map links are on the calendar that was provided at the team meeting. I have attached an updated calendar with this email.

The Athletic Director is working on providing adequate transportation for the entire team as our team has potentially grown larger than what 1 bus can handle. That being said, he has confirmed that it is acceptable if you as a PARENT want to drive your child TO and FROM a meet, you can opt to do that- BUT – you must send him and email stating what you are doing.  NO KIDS ARE ALLOWED TO DRIVE TO AND FROM A MEET PER LIABILITY ISSUES. If you decide to do this during the season, please follow these guidelines:

Send an email to Corey Newland the Athletic Director to: cnewland@pvlearners.net by Wednesday before a meet by 2p.  You must also CC the coaches on this email so they are aware your child will not be on the bus.  Their emails are as follows:

 Coach Josh      coachjosh.tayrien@gmail.com

 Coach Laura    spinnme38@yahoo.com

 Coach Kelly     gr8teacher@cox.net

FINALLY:

$200 District Fee Payments are ready to be accepted. Unfortunately, the online process is not up and running. Payment will need to be in the form of a check made out to Pinnacle High School and brought to the Athletic Director’s office and given to Louise Gilbert the AD Secretary by September 7. Be sure to note your child and swim / dive in the memo line.

Remember to  turn this in with the tax credit form

http://www.pvschools.net/pdfs/TaxCredit_Flyer.pdf

Suits are in – to be distributed at Mandatory practice.

Caps – still awaiting delivery.

T-shirts are delayed a little and will be in around Sept. 8^th. We will let you know when they come in.

Thank you and have a great week!

Wendy Quinonez

PHS Swim & Dive Booster

623-326-8223

First Team Dinner at Upper Crust - September 8th

Mark your calendar
September 8th after we crush Horizon, team dinner at Upper Crust
20235 N. Cave Creek Road # 111 Phoenix, AZ 85024

This is an easy way to raise funds for the team. Come eat and they will give a percentage back to the team. Invite friends and family!

Welcome Back to PHS Swim & Dive Team 2011-2012

Welcome Back to PHS Swim & Dive Team 2011-2012

 

I hope your summers were restful and eventful, but it’s that time of year again.  Are you ready?  Let’s go!

 

COACHING STAFF CHANGES

We have been very fortunate to have great coaching, but as all things do, the coaching staff is changing this year.  Here is the announcement regarding our Head Coach we received through club swim:

 

  We are sad to announce that Coach Mike will be moving to the metro Atlanta area to join the Chattahoochee Gold coaching staff.  While we are sad to see Coach Mike go, we are also excited for him and this great opportunity that came looking for him. 

When Mike took over the Senior Program at Swim Neptune it was little more than a high school group without any Sectional level qualifiers.  In three and a half years Mike grew the team to include 16 Sectional qualifiers this past season.  He helped to create a foundation of excellence within Swim Neptune for our older swimmers to reach the highest levels of our sport.  Coach Joe Johnson has been working closely with Coach Mike over the past season and knows all the kids in the group very well.  We anticipate a very smooth transition as Joe Johnson takes over the Senior Group at the JCC.

 

 

Mike has been an incredible coach and addition to PHS.  We are all very sad to see him go.  Best wishes to you Mike!!!!  We Love You!

 

Pinnacle has also hired a new Athletic Director who has been great to talk with so far and very responsive.  As of now, we currently have a teacher representative who happens to be the parent of one of our incoming freshman this year, Mrs. Kelly Roman.  We are excited to have her as a new addition to the team.  She is eager to get moving and set the wheels in motion.  Welcome Mrs. Roman!

 

There are currently postings for the Head Coach and Assistant Coach.  Due to changes in coaching staff, practice times are TBA.  As soon as we know, we will let you know as well as the day to begin practices and where.

 

ANNUAL TEAM MEETING - POTLUCK

 

We are requiring that the swimmers/divers participate in this meeting this year in addition to the parents.  We have felt the kids have not been as connected with the inner workings of the team as would be beneficial, so this is a great opportunity to create community prior to the start of meets etc. 

 

When:  August 14, 1p to 3p

Where: Aviano Community Center – Banquet Room - 3935 E. Rough Rider Road ( From Desert Ridge:  Deer Valley Rd west to Aviano Way – head north to round-about. )

 

What to Bring:

                Physical Form – completed by your doctor  (see previous post)

                Parent Consent Form  (see previous post)

                1 Case of water (qualifies you for the raffle) – for meets

                1 package of non perishable snacks – for meets

                1 check $200 – made out to PVUSD – District Fee

                1 check $125 – made out to PHS Swim & Dive  ( this is the booster fee which covers team suit, team t-shirt, swim cap, end of season banquet fee)

                                THIS IS A 10% REDUCTION IN FEES FROM LAST YEAR!!!  YIPPEE!

 

                POTLUCK BY LAST NAMES: (this is in between meals, so light snacks is plenty)

 

A-D – PAPER PRODUCTS (PLATES, NAPKINS, CUPS, SILVERWARE)

E-M – DRINKS

N-Z – FOOD ITEM OF YOUR CHOICE

 

 

COMMUNICATION:

 

Via Email

Via Email to Text

Blog:  http://phsswimdive.blogspot.com

Facebook Group: Pinnacle Swim & Dive 2011-2012 / http://www.facebook.com/groups/133496133389770/

 

It is your responsibility to check the communications sent regularly and respond accordingly.  Clear communication helps everyone involved and keeps the boat sailing smoothly. 

 

 

SENIORS

 

Photos for Senior Slideshow are due by September 1, 2011.  Please send them to: http://gallery.me.com/iswimback#gallery .  Once on the webpage, click on your NAME, then UPLOAD, fill in the information, CHOOSE FILES, good to go!

****Please do not email us photos!!!  This is the preferred method of receiving photos!  THANK YOU!****

 

If you have any questions, please send them to wendyq@q.com.  Please DO NOT Reply to All.  This can be very disruptive for many.

 

If you know anyone who may be thinking about joining Swim & Dive this year, please forward this info onto them. 

 

If you haven’t done so already, please send me the following:

 

Swimmer/Diver Name

Cell Phone

Cell Phone Provider (for the email to text function – works best for the kids)

Address

Email

Parents – cells – emails

 

Thank you everyone!!

 

I will keep you posted to any changes and updates.  According to AIA, we are supposed to begin practices on the 8^th, but that is contingent upon other things that need to be sorted first – so tentatively – practice begins on the 8^th.

 

Have a great rest of your weekend!!!

 

Wendy Quinonez

623-326-8223

 

Things To Do To Get Ready For Swim Season

In order to be eligible to swim you must have all of your athletic documentation submitted to the Pinnacle High School Athletic Office prior to the first practice.

Required documents:

1. Parent Consent Form (complete both forms)
http://www.pvschools.net/athletics/pdfs/Athletic_Informed_consent.pdf
http://www.pvschools.net/athletics/pdfs/Consent_Emergency_Care.pdf

2. Physical form completed by your doctor
http://www.pvschools.net/athletics/pdfs/PhsExam_AIA_15.7_1112.pdf

3. First time athletes and Parent/guardians must watch an informed consent video and power point presentation (good for four years), to become acquainted with the policies and procedures regarding sports participation
http://www.pvschools.net/athletics/Informed_Consent/informedConsent.html. 

Equipment:

Swimmers will be required to provide their own practice suit, cap and goggles.

Fees:

The fee to participate in athletics is $200.

This PVUSD fee is the same for each sport; the maximum fee for a family during the school year is $400. Tax Credit money may be used to pay athletic fees.
Boster Fee: TBD

PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE THIS SUMMER FOR MORE INFORMATION

Google Calendar

If you have a google calendar, your can add
PinnacleSwimandDive
to your calendar.

We just put up next year's calendar (tentative)