πππ Fall Sports Tryouts Begin Monday, August 11th!
Volleyball Tryouts:
8th Grade: Monday & Wednesday (after school)
7th Grade: Tuesday & Thursday (after school)
π Be sure all forms are filled out online, and your physical is submitted for the school year.
βQuestions? See Mrs. Huetter.
Football & Cross Country Tryouts:
Start Date: Monday, August 11th
Football: Meet on the front field
Cross Country: Meet on the back field
βQuestions? See Mrs. Kelley or Mr. McCane.
β REMINDER: You and your parents must complete all required paperwork in Final Forms before you can participate!
Volleyball Tryouts:
8th Grade: Monday & Wednesday (after school)
7th Grade: Tuesday & Thursday (after school)
π Be sure all forms are filled out online, and your physical is submitted for the school year.
βQuestions? See Mrs. Huetter.
Football & Cross Country Tryouts:
Start Date: Monday, August 11th
Football: Meet on the front field
Cross Country: Meet on the back field
βQuestions? See Mrs. Kelley or Mr. McCane.
β REMINDER: You and your parents must complete all required paperwork in Final Forms before you can participate!
πβ¨ What a Great First Day at Emily Gray Jr. High! β¨π
The 2025/2026 school year is off to an amazing start! The halls of Emily Gray were filled with smiles, laughter, and excitement as students reunited with friends, met their teachers, and began their journey into another year of learning and growth.
Letβs keep the momentum going Bobcats weβre just getting started!ππΎ
The 2025/2026 school year is off to an amazing start! The halls of Emily Gray were filled with smiles, laughter, and excitement as students reunited with friends, met their teachers, and began their journey into another year of learning and growth.
Letβs keep the momentum going Bobcats weβre just getting started!ππΎ
Fabulous First Days of School ! Thank you students, staff and families for making TVUSD your home ππ π Check out our slideshow here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CGK44YFJ1/
First Day of School! July 31st Early Release
Emily Grayβs first day is an early release day. School will be in session from 8:15-11:45.
ο»ΏPlease note: There will not be a snack break or lunch on this day.
Emily Grayβs first day is an early release day. School will be in session from 8:15-11:45.
ο»ΏPlease note: There will not be a snack break or lunch on this day.
Share Photos for the Yearbook!
We are currently seeking photos of:
Summer activities, staycations, or vacations
Back to school/first day of school photos
Any other great photos from this school year
To share your photos with the yearbookβs photo library, go online to images.balfour.com to upload photos from your computer, or use the free Balfour Image Share app on your mobile device. Use our school info below to upload images to our photo library.
Project Number: 620858
Upload Code/Password: bobcats
If you have any questions, please contact the yearbook adviser, Kerri Marquardt, at kmarquardt@tanq.org.
Yearbooks are on Sale Now!
Capture the memories of the year! The 2025-2026 EGJH Yearbook is now on sale. Place your yearbook order by visiting our online store at Balfour.com. Yearbooks are $30 each for a limited time. We are only accepting online orders through Balfour.com. Order early to get the lowest price!
Order your yearbook at Balfour.com.
If you have any questions, please contact the yearbook adviser, Kerri Marquardt, at kmarquardt@tanq.org.
Capture the memories of the year! The 2025-2026 EGJH Yearbook is now on sale. Place your yearbook order by visiting our online store at Balfour.com. Yearbooks are $30 each for a limited time. We are only accepting online orders through Balfour.com. Order early to get the lowest price!
Order your yearbook at Balfour.com.
If you have any questions, please contact the yearbook adviser, Kerri Marquardt, at kmarquardt@tanq.org.
2025-26 Bus Routes are now posted at https://www.tanqueverdeschools.org/page/bus-routes-transportation
Spirit Wear Store
π΅ Parent Notification: Updated Cell Phone and Smart Watch Policy
Effective immediately!
As a reminder before the year starts
Due to the new state law (HB2484) about cell phones and smart watches in school.
No phone or smart watch use during instructional time (bell to bell).
Phones and smart watches must be turned off and stored in lockers throughout the school day.
Devices may not be visible or heard at any time during the school day, including in hallways and classrooms. Devices may not be in pockets.
Students may use phones during lunch only.
We are excited to welcome a new cadre of teachers in TVUSD ... which happens to include two former students and proud alumni of TVES, EGJH, and TVHS!
25/26 Athletic Participation Registration
Attention Families of Student Athletes:
Please review the following important reminders to ensure your student athlete is ready for the 2025-2026 school year:
Many of our athletes have already started completing the required paperwork to participate in athletics next year. However, weβve noticed a few common issues we want to help clarify:
Whatβs Required?
All forms must be completed in Final Forms.
This year, there are two new requirements under the AIA Academy Requirements section:
Opioid Education Course
Brainbook Concussion Course
For your convenience, here is the link to complete those:
Opioid Education and Brainbook
Important Steps:
Parent Signature: Once parents have signed all required forms in Final Forms, students will receive an email.
Student Signature: Students must check their email, create a Final Forms account (if they havenβt already), and log in to sign the required student sections.
Physical Form: Please make sure you upload all 8 pages of the 2025-2026 AIA Physical Form. The physical must be dated AFTER March 1, 2025 to be valid for the upcoming school year.
Thank you for helping us ensure your athlete is cleared and ready for the season!
Attention Families of Student Athletes:
Please review the following important reminders to ensure your student athlete is ready for the 2025-2026 school year:
Many of our athletes have already started completing the required paperwork to participate in athletics next year. However, weβve noticed a few common issues we want to help clarify:
Whatβs Required?
All forms must be completed in Final Forms.
This year, there are two new requirements under the AIA Academy Requirements section:
Opioid Education Course
Brainbook Concussion Course
For your convenience, here is the link to complete those:
Opioid Education and Brainbook
Important Steps:
Parent Signature: Once parents have signed all required forms in Final Forms, students will receive an email.
Student Signature: Students must check their email, create a Final Forms account (if they havenβt already), and log in to sign the required student sections.
Physical Form: Please make sure you upload all 8 pages of the 2025-2026 AIA Physical Form. The physical must be dated AFTER March 1, 2025 to be valid for the upcoming school year.
Thank you for helping us ensure your athlete is cleared and ready for the season!
Cancellation Notice: Anti-Vaping Parent Event
Dear Families,
Due to low registration, Emily Gray Junior High will be canceling the βUnderstanding Vaping: What Parents Need to Knowβ event originally scheduled for July 24th.
We still recognize the importance of this topic and will be providing a recorded resource for parents and guardians in the near future. This recording will offer the same practical strategies and information to help support your child.
Thank you for your understanding and continued partnership.
π» Chromebook Distribution Update β Please Read
We want to let you know that student Chromebooks will not be available for pickup during Orientation as originally planned.
Instead, students will be able to check out their Chromebooks
ο»Ώduring the school day on Friday, August 1.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to ensure all devices are ready for a successful start to the school year.
We want to let you know that student Chromebooks will not be available for pickup during Orientation as originally planned.
Instead, students will be able to check out their Chromebooks
ο»Ώduring the school day on Friday, August 1.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to ensure all devices are ready for a successful start to the school year.
ππΎ Show Your Bobcat Pride β Spirit Wear is Here! πΎπ
Emily Gray families it's time to represent! The PTSG Spirit Wear is for sale now, and weβve got the gear to help you show off your Bobcat pride in style!
Emily Gray families it's time to represent! The PTSG Spirit Wear is for sale now, and weβve got the gear to help you show off your Bobcat pride in style!
ο»ΏUpcoming Orientation Days
7th Grade: Monday, July 21st 8:00-11:30
8th Grade: Tuesday, July 22nd 8:00-11:30
7th Grade: Monday, July 21st 8:00-11:30
8th Grade: Tuesday, July 22nd 8:00-11:30
CANCELED!!!!
July 24, 2025
Understanding Vaping: What Parents Need To Know Workshop 5:30-6:30 pm
Reminder!! Don't forget to complete the Back to school Registration & Affirmations (ParentVUE) This must be competed annually before the first day of school!!
Have a great Summer Bobcats!
Reminder!! 8th Grade Promotion will be from 6:30pm to 7:30pm on the football field at Tanque Verde High School on Wednesday May 21st.
Our 8th graders are flying away to Washington DC on Saturday - Bon voyage! And we have a week of fun and educational activities for our 8th graders who are staying with us in Tucson. Thank you to all our volunteers and teachers who have worked tirelessly to make next week memorable for our Bobcats!
