Admission

Things you might want to bring....

Here's a list of items you'll want to bring with you, and suggestions of things you might like to have. There's also a pdf file you can download and print here.

The Student Handbook states “For general campus wear, students must be attired in clothing which is modest and respectful.”

Clothes for everyday wear:

jeans	skirts	swim suit	socks
slacks	dresses	sleepwear	walking/running shoes
shirts	rainwear	sandals	underwear
shorts	blouses	light jacket	sleepwear

Dress attire (including dress shoes) for dress dinners and other special occasions:

Dress or skirt and blouse for girls
Slacks, nice shirt, sports coat/suit, and tie for boys

Clothing for moderate winter temperatures:

winter jacket	warm socks	hat, scarves, gloves and/or mittens
heavy sweaters	long underwear	boots or sturdy water-resistant shoes
bathrobe	warmer sleepwear

Storage space is limited. Please consider bringing the bulk of colder weather clothing back to school with you after Thanksgiving break. Temperatures in Sedona are mild throughout the fall.

U.S. students must have a valid passport to allow them to participate in international Field Trips and special events.

Suggested list of general items to bring:

sheets to fit a twin bed	photo identification	reusable water bottle, 1-Quart Size
blankets and pillow	alarm clock	bandanna and hat
towels and washcloths	telephone calling card	insect repellent
bicycle(s)	desk lamp (no halogen)	sunglasses and sun block
computer or laptop	extra contacts or glasses or bring your prescription which the school nurse will keep on file should you need it	one month's medication and a prescription form that can be kept on file in the nurse's office
toiletries (such as soap, toothbrush,deodorant, etc)	hair dryer, hair brush, etc.	flashlight and batteries
MP3 of iPod, cell phone

While there are refrigerators and microwaves available for student use in the common rooms of all dorms, no individual refrigerators, hot plates, or microwaves are allowed in a student’s room.

Suggested School Supplies:

Please bring clothing and toiletries you like and need. There will be opportunities to buy additional supplies and specific items throughout the school year.

Day pack
General school supplies (such as pens, pencils, stapler, etc)
Graphing calculator (Texas Instruments 83 Plus Calculator) Please do not bring TI85 or TI86 calculator

Please bring the supplies you are used to using and have preferred in the past. There will be opportunities to buy additional supplies and specific items that teachers want you to have. There is also a bookstore on campus where you may purchase additional items.
If you are an outdoor enthusiast interested in participating in adventure sports (which would include camping, rock climbing, backpacking, kayaking, etc) you should bring your own items and equipment (if you own it) with you.
UPS, FedEx and DHL make daily deliveries to VVS. Feel free to use their services to deliver your heavier belongings. Please schedule these items to arrive no earlier than the week of August 28th.
Printers are available through the campus' wireless network (in the library and computer lab)

Where can I buy things I'll need when I'm at school?

The Village of Oak Creek is just two miles from the campus, and frequent trips for shopping in the Village are offered each weekend.

You'll find a grocery store for your snacks and toiletries, an outlet mall (with Gap, Bass, Nine West and other shops), as well as several great local restaurants.

Weekend trips are also offered to a Super Walmart in nearby Cottonwood, as well as trips to Flagstaff (Target, shopping mall, downtown shops and restaurants).

At least twice a month, a school bus will take students to Phoenix where they'll have a broad selection of actvities, as well as shops, malls, and restaurants.

Verde Valley School
3511 Verde Valley School Rd.
Sedona, AZ 86351
P: 928.284.2272
F: 928.284.0432