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CVHS SCHOOL COUNSELORS
CVHS SCHOOL COUNSELORS![]()
CVHS SCHOOL COUNSELORS

GUIDANCE STAFF
GUIDANCE STAFF![]()
GUIDANCE STAFF
Christina Migge, AP of Guidance
Jeanette Ordish, Secretary of Guidance
Debbie Gonzales, Registrar
Keisha Bawuah, Guidance Clerk
Kimberly Cox, Guidance Tech
Fernando Sotelo , Guidance Tech
Elizabeth Nunez, Bilingual Community Liaison
WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?
WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?![]()
WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?
School Counselor - for schedules, college planning, class questions/concerns and social and emotional support.
Guidance Office - for student enrollment, records, trouble with transcript ordering, password resets, portal support and basic tech support questions.
Activities Office - for school related activities such as dances, clubs, school activity contracts, guest contracts, class packages, and graduation information.
Attendance Office - for all day absences, leaving early, arriving late, forgotten locker combinations and Independent Study Contracts.
Student Services Office - for all parking permit information/questions and general Assistant Principal support.
Athletics - for summer camp and tryout information you will reach out to the sport specific coach. The coaches' contact list is will be available soon.
Future Cougar Information - New & Incoming Students
Future Cougar Registration for the 2023-2024 school year
Future Cougar Registration for the 2023-2024 school year![]()
Future Cougar Registration for the 2023-2024 school year
Fall 2023 Registration for all incoming 9th Grade students from our feeder middle schools starts February 2rd, 2023. Information will be provided to all students attending CVHS feeder middle schools or can be accessed on this page. The window for registration will be open until February 28, 2023. Students will need to access their Aeries student portal, to add elective classes.
Need to create an Aeries Student Portal account?
CVHS GUIDANCE VISITS
CVHS GUIDANCE VISITS![]()
CVHS GUIDANCE VISITS

9th grade sample schedule
CUSD COURSE PLACEMENT GUIDELINES
CUSD COURSE PLACEMENT GUIDELINES![]()
CUSD COURSE PLACEMENT GUIDELINES
Please utilize the CUSD Placement Guidelines to establish what classes are most appropriate for your schedule next year.
These guidelines correspond with CVHS Course Offerings, and cover all subjects!
ADVANCED ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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ATMS
Academy of Technology, Math and Science (ATMS)
This accelerated program is designed for those students who have demonstrated exceptional ability and interest in the areas of mathematics, science and/or technology. Students must have completed Geometry prior to the 9th grade and meet the criteria to be enrolled in Honors English I, Honors Algebra II/Trig and Honors Biology. Click here for more information about eligibility requirements and course pathway.
AVID
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)
This nationally recognized program is designed to help bright, motivated students in their completion of college prep coursework while in high school, and to prepare these students to apply for 4 year colleges or universities directly from high school. AVID is a four-year elective class for students with academic potential. Application and interview required. Click here for more information.
STEM Engineering
STEM Engineering
Our engineering program is a career academy that addresses relevant, real-world problems from the framework of science, engineering, design and technology (STEM). Activity and project-based curriculum 4 year program; enrollment in 9th grade year is essential. There is no math or science prerequisite – anyone may enroll. Click here for more information.
Language Immersion
Language Immersion Program
At Capistrano Valley High School, we offer two different Language Immersion Programs, Spanish and Mandarin. Students in these programs continue to increase the language proficiency that they have been developing since kindergarten. Students have the opportunity to take classes in the language of their respective program through all four years of high school. Click here for more information.
For more information email Ms. Lorena Sweeney
NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT
NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT![]()
NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT
NEW STUDENTS TO CUSD WITHIN CUSD BOUNDARIES: ONLINE ENROLLMENT
Please note that enrollment is not complete until the Online enrollment information has been reviewed by the school. Additional school forms will be needed to be completed and the proof of residency must be verified. The school site will deem the entire enrollment process to be complete and acceptable after you meet in person with the Registrar.
SCHOOL OF CHOICE (SOC)
SCHOOL OF CHOICE (SOC) ![]()
SCHOOL OF CHOICE (SOC)
Parents of district students (CUSD) who would like their child to attend a school other than the school serving their neighborhood, should follow the process outlined under the School of Choice. Please click here for more information about School of Choice.
SCHOOL OF CHOICE APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR WILL BE ACCEPTED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 1, 2023 AND MARCH 3, 2023.
SCHOOL OF CHOICE APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR WILL BE ACCEPTED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 1, 2023 AND MARCH 3, 2023.
SUMMER SCHOOL 2023
SUMMER SCHOOL 2023![]()
SUMMER SCHOOL 2023
Summer Session: June 14–July 18, no school July 4
Mondays-Thursdays 8:30am–1:30pm
Current CUSD 8th graders will enroll in summer school through their current Middle School counselor. Courses available to incoming 9th graders
Students who are not yet enrolled in CUSD will have to complete the CUSD Online Enrollement process and receive a student ID number before they can be registered for summer school.
- In-Person Exam Testing Required
- Mandatory orientation assignment completed by June 30
- All work completed by July 18 at noon
Current CUSD 8th graders will enroll in summer school through their current Middle School counselor. Courses available to incoming 9th graders
- Health
- Geometry if students have completed Algebra 1 and are ready to advance to Honors Algebra II/Trig as a Freshman
Students who are not yet enrolled in CUSD will have to complete the CUSD Online Enrollement process and receive a student ID number before they can be registered for summer school.
PROGRAMS & APPLICATIONS
PROGRAMS & APPLICATIONS![]()
PROGRAMS & APPLICATIONS
RESOURCES & LINKS
RESOURCES & LINKS![]()
RESOURCES & LINKS
CVHS Athletics Information