The mission of Timpview High School is to prepare students to be college, career, and life ready. We believe that we will accomplish that mission by embracing a vision of growth, inclusion, and excellence.

Timpview High School

Timpview High School was opened in 1978 as the second comprehensive high school in Provo City School District. Today, it is the home to approximately 2400 students and 150 staff members, including administrators, teachers, para-educators, secretaries, custodians, and cafeteria workers. Due to our relative size we are classified as a 5A high school, the second largest classification in the state of Utah.

Since opening in 1978, Timpview has had a strong tradition of excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our academic excellence was recognized in 2014 when the Washington Post named Timpview one of America’s most challenging schools and in 2018 and 2022 when U.S. News and World Report awarded Timpview one of America’s Best High Schools. In addition our athletic teams have won the third most state championships in the state, and our performing arts groups receive superior ratings year in and year out.

As a comprehensive high school, we offer a wide range of courses and programs to meet the interests and needs of our students, such as 20 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Concurrent Enrollment and Distance Learning courses through Utah Valley University. In addition, our 18 different Career Pathway programs prepare students for post-high school education and professions

The Thunderbird

The Thunderbird is a legendary creature in the history and culture of the North American indigenous people. It’s considered a supernatural bird of power and strength. It is described as a large bird, capable of creating storms and thundering while it flies. Clouds are pulled together by its wing beats. The sound of thunder is made by its wings clapping (thus its name), and lightning flashes from its eyes when it blinks. It is considered to be intelligent, powerful, and wrathful.

Fight on, you Thunderbirds, wherever you may be. Fight on, you Thunderbirds, fight on to victory. Battle to win the glory, honor your name. Courage will tell the story, bringing you fame. Fight on, you Thunderbirds, who wear the orange and white. Higher and higher we’ll fly! Now and forever, let us fight with all our might. Fight on, Timpview High!

Assemblies are an integral part of a comprehensive high school. Student leadership groups and the administration makes every effort to provide a variety of informative and entertaining assemblies. Since most assemblies are scheduled during class time, attendance is mandatory. Students are encouraged to show proper respect and enthusiasm at assemblies. Disruptive behavior wi l result in removal from the program. As per school regulations, food and drink are not allowed in the assembly areas (e.g. Thunderdome and Auditorium). An assembly performer should have passing grades, regular attendance, and model citizenship.

The expectation at al assemblies, concerts, athletic events, and al other student activities is that students wi l maintain a level of respect for each other, the opponents, and for participants on the court or on the stage. If a student needs to leave the auditorium during a performance, the student wi l wait until an appropriate time to stand up and walk out in the least disruptive way possible – typically in between a performance number. Cat-calling and outbursts during auditorium performances are inappropriate. Students are encouraged to support their classmates’ performances as the environment allowed.

Clubs are organized according to the district’s club policy (No. 3540). New clubs are chartered during the first term of school. Enrollment in clubs wi l occur during club week(s). Check with the Main Office about club applications or on the school website. Prospective clubs require:

• A faculty advisor to approve and supervise all club meetings and activities
• Teachers or staff may only sponsor one club and must be in attendance for al club meetings or activities
• A service project to be completed within the school year
• A club constitution
• Attend al club meetings organized under Student Government

Generally, school dances wi l begin at 8:00pm and conclude at 10:00pm. All students are expected to adhere to the district’s dress and grooming policy (No. 3324) and the safe schools policy (No. 3310). Students are not allowed to wear masks when attending “theme” or “costume” dances. Dancing that may endanger others is not allowed. DJ’s wi l be asked to stop the music if students’ actions could cause injuries.

To be eligible to participate in the athletics sponsored by THS and/or the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA), each student must meet the folowing school and UHSAA requirements. Any violation of the below rules may result in the participant becoming ineligible.

1. Academic: No student shall be eligible to represent his/her school if he/she is academically failing more than one (1) subject from the previous grading period. In addition, no student shal be eligible to represent his/her school if he/she has not maintained a 2.0 GPA for the previous grading period. Both 7 conditions must be met in order for a student to be eligible.
2. Residence: In order for a student to participate, he/she must meet one (1) of the following residency requirements:
   1. Live with parents within the THS attendance boundaries
   2. Establish a one-year (1) residency
   3. Follow the UHSAA transfer policy
3. Citizenship: THS and the Utah High School Activities expect participants wi l represent the school and their activity in a manner that demonstrates good citizenship and character. In order to maintain eligibility in this area, the participant must:
   1. Have good attendance as defined by the school’s attendance policy
   2. Adhere to the district’s safe school’s policy (No. 3310)
   3. Obey the laws of the community
   4. Attend school the day they participate in an activity
4. Coaches Requirements: In addition to the above requirements, coaches may make additional citizenship requirements. It is the responsibility of the participants to make themselves aware of these additional requirements.
5. Insurance Requirements: It is highly recommended that students participating in any athletic activity have accident and medical insurance. Low cost insurance is available through PCSD. Forms are available in the main office.

The folowing eligibility requirements have been established for students interested in running for a student government office:

1. Apply for the office by properly fi ling out and turning in the application by the announced deadline.
2. Attend the mandatory meeting to receive campaign instructions and declare the office for which he/she is running.
3. Meet the 2.0 GPA requirements that are clearly outlined in the student constitution.
4. Obtain confidential evaluations on your citizenship, attendance and attitudes by your teacher(s).

Students with poor citizenship/attendance problems wi l be declared ineligible to run for office. Students whose behavior results in major discipline and/or school suspension for violating the safe schools policy (e.g. using drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or who break the laws of our community) wi l not be eligible to run for or hold office.

Freshman elections will be held in the Fall of their Freshman year.

The elevator is available only to those students who have an injury or special need that prevents them from using the stairs. Students who require the use of an elevator may obtain a key from the Main Office. Misuse of the elevator may result in disciplinary action.

Food/drink is not allowed in the Auditorium area. Meals should be eaten in the lunchroom or commons area. Al lunch trays should be kept in the Cafeteria. Students should use the trash cans placed throughout the school to keep floors and tables clean. Teachers may establish their own policies for the consumption of food/drink in their classrooms.

Lockers are located in 5 areas of the school: North wing, S wing, athletic wing, and auditorium wing. To request a locker, go to the main office and complete the locker request form. The following rules apply to locker use:

• It is expected students will retain the locker assigned to them for the duration of the school year unless a change is necessary.
• Students are responsible for keeping their combinations confidential. They should not share lockers with other students.
• Lockers are school property. Students rent lockers as a convenience, courtesy, and security. They will be held responsible for the proper use and care of lockers.
• Money or items of value should not be left in lockers.
• Food should not be stored in lockers overnight.
• Locker security checks may be conducted periodically.
• Violation of policies will result in forfeiture of locker privileges.
• Problems involving lockers are to be reported to the Main Office.

No skates, roler blades, skateboards, scooters, or similar equipment are alowed inside the school. If used, the item wi l be confiscated and returned to a parent/guardian.

Students should not participate in extracurricular nor athletic activities without adequate insurance offered through the school or a personal insurance plan. Proper insurance is the responsibility of the student and his/her guardians. An insurance policy wi l be available for purchase in the main office. If injured, the student’s family must assume responsibility for making his/her own insurance claim.

The lost and found bin is located in the counseling office. Any unclaimed property wi l be donated to charity after three (3) months.

Students are permitted to drive cars to school if they do not abuse this privilege. Standard parking regulations are expected to be folowed (e.g. visitor parking, construction zones, blocking fire hydrants, red zones, etc.). Citations and fines (including booting a car) may be issued to individuals who violate parking regulations. Students must comply with the folowing school regulations:

• Students need to park on Timpview Drive or the Southwest student parking lot.
• Cars should be locked at al times to avoid theft. The school wi l not be responsible for thefts or accidents. Al thefts and accidents should be reported immediately to the police or Main Office.
• The Northwest and Northeast parking lots are designated for teachers, staff and visitors only.
• Vehicles may also be booted or towed at owner’s expense for serious or repeat violations. A student’s parking permit may also be revoked.
• Motorbikes and cars should use parking spaces and are not permitted on the sidewalks Handicapped parking is strictly enforced by Provo Police.
• Students’ motor vehicles are not to be used for teacher errands or other errands during school hours

If a student should become i l during the school day, they should report to the Main Office where they wi l receive assistance in contacting parents/guardians to be checked out of school. If the student is unable to leave school, the student may use the sick room located in the Main Office. When the school nurse is available, he/she wi l work with student i lness related issues.

Student participants in school sponsored sporting events and activities must use the transportation provided by the school. Failure to do so wi l result in ineligibility to participate in that school sport/activity. Student spectators wi l have to pay their own transportation costs to games/activities and are encouraged to use buses arranged through the THS Administration when they are available. THS Administration prohibits students traveling to sports/activities in vehicles operated by other students.

Students should leave school in a timely manner at the end of each school day unless they are involved in a school-related activity and under teacher or adult advisor supervision. Students who are found unsupervised in the building after the late bus leaves may be cited for loitering, which is a violation of the Safe Schools Policy.

All visitors (e.g., parent/guardian, presenters, etc.) must check-in at the main office. The main office wi l issue a visitor badge, which must be visible. If a visitor is caught without a visitor badge, they wi l be directed to the main office or escorted from the school.

Students from other schools are not alowed on THS campus at any time unless they are with a faculty member or adult supervisor. Unsupervised students from other schools may be cited for trespassing. THS students should also be aware that they should not be on the campus of other schools unless they are there in an official capacity with one of our administrators, teachers, coaches, and/or advisors. Should they do so, they also may be cited for trespassing.

Grades are posted to transcripts at the end of each term/quarter. Each letter grade is given a point value based on a 4.0 scale. The folowing grade scale is used at THS.

• A = 4.0
• A- = 3.7
• B+ = 3.3
• B = 3.0 
• C+ = 2.3
• C = 2.0
• C- = 1.7
• D+ = 1.3
• D = 1.0
• D- = 0.7

A student’s Grade-Point-Average (GPA) is the average of the grade point value for each course completed by the students. This value is calculated by dividing the sum of al grade point values by the sum of the total credits attempted.

Grades are officialy reported four (4) times each year. Parents/Guardians, however, may access their student’s grade and monitor their progress at any time by simply logging into PowerSchool. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to check their student’s grades weekly. Teachers are asked to update their grade book throughout the grading period on a regular basis. If parents/guardians have any questions about a student’s grade or progress, they are encouraged to email the teacher directly and the student’s counselor. 

Students must complete a minimum of 24.0 credits of high school courses to receive a high school diploma. These credits must fulfi l requirements in specific academic areas and include some elective coursework. A comprehensive list of high school graduation requirements and possible courses to fulfill the requirements is provided below.

• Graduation and Course Description Key

1. Graduation: Every student must earn a minimum of 24 credits, including the required courses noted above, in order to receive a diploma and participate in graduation ceremonies. No exceptions to this policy wi l be made.
2. School counselors wi l work with students who wish to earn high school graduation requirements through sources outside of THS.
3. Students who do not earn the required credits before the spring deadline wi l lose the opportunity to participate in the spring graduation ceremonies. However, these students may continue to recover 12 credit and/or earn credit to participate in the fal graduation ceremonies.
4. Applications for early graduation must be approved by a counselor and administrator prior to the end of the student’s Junior year. These students must sti l meet al graduation requirements. Credit waivers are not granted for early-graduate candidates.

Each year THS honors its top scholars by recognizing a class valedictorian and salutatorian. The selection is made based on cumulative GPA, ACT or SAT score, and the number of AP credits completed after the third term of the Senior year. The folowing formula is used:

1. Cumulative GPA x 250 = _________
2. ACT composite score x 27.778 = _________, or combined SAT score ÷ 1.6 = _________
3. Number of AP credits completed x 10 = _________
4. Total score of 1, 2, and 3 (Score should not exceed 2100 if formula is worked correctly).
5. The Valedictorian and Salutatorian must be in good standing with the school and must have met al requirements to earn a THS diploma. Valedictorian and Salutatorian wi l be determined after the 3rd term of the Senior year. The Administration reserves the right to eliminate candidates based on poor attendance and/or violations of school, district policies.

The Deseret News Sterling Scholar program recognizes senior students for excelence in scholarship, leadership, and citizenship in each department. Each department has a process in place for selecting students to be honored. Specific information and application may be obtained from the department chairperson.

The Latin Honor System recognizes student achievement for colege admission. Under the system, students must have both a 3.2 cumulative grade point-average (calculated at the end of the seventh semester) and a minimum Laude Score of 19 based on courses completed. Once students meet these requirements, they can earn one of the folowing distinctions: Cum Laude (with honor/distinction) 19 – 40 points; Magna Cum Laude (with great honor/distinction) 41 – 63 points; or Summa Cum Laude (with highest honor/distinction) 64 or greater points.

• Maintain a 3.7 GPA in Art classes
• Exhibit artwork in 2 or more shows during time at THS
• Be helpful to other art students
• Be a member of the Art Club
• Serve the school/community with art (posters, program covers, exhibits, dance decorations, teaching children, school spirit, etc.)
• Exhibit self-motivation, good citizenship, and willingness to learn

• Maintain at least a 3.5 GPA in all dance classes
• Have an overall GPA of 2.7 or higher
• Be a member of THS’s Ballroom team for one full school year
• Compete in at least two individual competitions during the school year
• Perform with the team in concert
• Choreograph and perform a routine either for individual competition or concert
• No unexcused absences for all ballroom practices and classes

• Earn Sterling Scholar nomination in Business & Marketing OR
• Take at least four semesters of Business & Marketing classes (e.g., Accounting, Business Management, Business Office Specialist, Economics, Leadership Principles, Marketing, Marketing II, Sports Marketing)
• Maintain a 3.7 GPA in the category classes
• Compete in FBLA or DECA Region or State competition for 2 years

• Earn Sterling Scholar nomination in Computer Technology OR
• Take at least four semesters of Computer Technology classes (e.g., Computer Programming, Robotics, Game Design, Web Design, Video Production, Digital Media)
• Maintain a 3.7 GPA in the category classes
• Compete in FBLA, DECA, Robotics, Multimedia, or Film competition for 2 years

• Maintain an A in dance classes
• Complete at least 3 semesters of dance at THS
• Exhibit talent in 3 or more concerts/shows during a given year
• Be a member of the performing THS Dance Company or the THS Dance Crew for at least one full year
• Be helpful to other dance students
• Render dance talent in serving the school or community
• Exhibit self-motivation, good citizenship, upstanding behavior, and a willingness to learn

• Compete on the Speech and Debate Team for 3 full years
• Maintain at least a 3.5 class GPA
• Compete at 12 tournaments
• Earn at least the Degree of Distinction from the National Forensic League

• Maintain a B (3.0) overall grade point average
• Maintain a B+ (3.4) average in all ESOL classes and/or a C+ (2.4) average in mainstream English classes
• Demonstrate increases in all areas (oral, reading, writing) of English proficiency on annual testing
• Participate in an extracurricular club or activity at THS that requires the use of English (signature of advisor/coach required) OR document the use of English outside of school (letter from employer, etc.)

• Earn a 3.7 GPA in English classes and any two (2) of the following:
• Publish writing (include a copy of published writing and name of publication with application)
• Attend summer workshops (indicate name and length of workshop)
• Receive National Merit Semi-Finalist status
• Participate in an internship or work experience related to language arts (include name of company, skills used, and date of experience)
• Complete an additional class (one beyond the eight semesters required) in an English-related subject with a 3.7 GPA
• Earn Sterling Scholar nomination (finalist or alternate)

• Take 3 classes in Family & Consumer Sciences
• Earn an A (4.0) in each class
• Be a member of Future Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA, the state and national organization) during the junior and senior year
• Sterling Scholar or runner-up automatically qualifies

• Earn four (4) years of credit in progressive math and/or statistics courses
• Maintain a 3.7 GPA in those four (4) courses (excluding Calculus Lab course and grade)
• Complete one (1) of the following:
  • Earn Sterling Scholar nomination (finalist or alternate)
  • Take AP Calculus or AP Statistics with a Math Letter Application signature from student’s AP teacher
  • Place in the top 5 in grade level at THS on the State Math Exam
  • Score above 100 on the National Math Exam

• Pass Biology or Human Biology with a B or better
• Pass Physiology with a B or better
• Pass one of the following with a B or better:
  • Medical Principles and Practices
  • Sports Medicine
  • Medical Assisting
  • Dental Assisting
  • Nursing Assisting
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • EMT
• Complete 40 hours of a medical internship
• Obtain CPR certification (must be current)

• Complete one (1) of the following:
  • Receive three (3) superior ratings at a Large Ensemble Region festival
  • Receive two (2) superior ratings at a Large Ensemble State festival
  • Receive two (2) superior ratings at a Region Solo/Ensemble festival
  • Receive one (1) superior rating at a State Solo/Ensemble festival
  • Receive one (1) superior rating at a Region Madrigal or Jazz festival
  • Earn Sterling Scholar nomination, All-State participant status, Concerto/Aria Soloist recognition, or other special recognition

• Complete 8 semesters of science, EACH with a 3.7 GPA or better
• Complete the following required classes:
  • Two (2) semesters of an entry-level biological science (Biology or Human Biology)
  • Two (2) semesters of entry-level physical science (Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, Principles of Physics, or Physics)
  • Four (4) semesters of advanced science (Physiology, AP Biology, Honors Chemistry, AP Chemistry, or AP Physics)
• Note: A third advanced-level class can substitute for an entry-level class as long as the requirement for two (2) semesters of both biological and physical science is met
• Note: Earth Science does not count toward the requirements for a science academic letter

• Complete 100 hours of community service during high school
• Fifty (50) service hours must occur during Senior year
• The additional fifty (50) hours may accumulate from the junior, sophomore, and freshman years
• Sixty percent (60 hours) of service hours must be community-based and donated as an individual
• Forty percent (40 hours) of service hours may be a part of a group (school, religious, etc.)
• Service hours must be community-based – not school-based (For example: Athletic teams selling tickets/items to support team expenses are not service. HOSA meetings to make quilts to donate to the hospital is service.)
• Service hours cannot be counted if completed during school hours or if a student is receiving school credit for the project (For example: medical internships at the hospital are not service hours. Service as a candy striper counts.)
• Each service experience must accompany a signed Volunteer Sponsor Verification form
• Service hours cannot be counted if receiving personal recognition or awards for service
• Letters of support from the organizations that have had service provided must document the number of hours donated

• Complete one (1) of the following:
  • Be a Sterling Scholar finalist or alternate
  • Take AP U.S. History, AP American Government, AP World History, AP Psychology, or AP European History and earn a 4 or 5 on the exam
  • Take AP U.S. History, Geography, U.S. Government, World Civilizations, and 1 semester of social studies elective classes with a 3.9 cumulative GPA average

• Must meet 3 of the 4 following requirements:
  • Actively involved in student council or be a club president and donate at least 40 hours of extracurricular service in the year application is made
  • Demonstrate good attitude and working relationship with the sponsoring teacher
  • Attend leadership or in-service classes
  • Make special contributions to student government or the school, e.g., new projects, special activities, service projects

• Earn Sterling Scholar (or alternate) nomination
• Take at least 3 classes in the following areas: auto, drafting, electronics, metals, or woods OR
• Take at least 3 classes above the entry-level course in more than one technology area
• Maintain a 3.7 GPA (A-) average in technology education classes
• Be a member of VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America) during Senior year

• Maintain good attendance and an A in theater class(es) for at least two (2) full years
• Participate (as an actor or technician) in at least 2 THS Theatre main-stage productions
• Actors: Receive three (3) superior ratings at Region Drama Competition
• Technicians: Qualify for the National Thespian Competition in a Technical Theatre area
• Membership in Theatre Club
• Be helpful to other Theatre students
• Exhibit self-motivation, good citizenship, upstanding behavior, and a willingness and commitment to learn

• Study the same language for at least 3 years
• Maintain at least a B+ (3.5) average in the composite language classes
• Document using the language outside of class on three occasions. Possible opportunities include but are not limited to:
  • Participate in two (2) service experiences with a language club or with the combined language clubs
  • Carry out a service project that requires the use or knowledge of the target language or culture
  • Document use of the target language outside of the classroom
  • Participate in a language competition or major test outside of the school (BYU language fair, essay contests, AP exam, university bypass exam, etc.)
  • Earn Sterling Scholar (or alternate) nomination