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April 20 - PTO
Free
Movie in VES gym (6:00-8:15 PM)
April 27 - Kindergarten music program @VES
(6:30 PM)
April 28 -
VES Community Helper Day
May 9 - Join us for Kindergarten Connection if you have a Kindergartner coming to VES next year (6:00-7:00 PM)
May 9 - PTO Night @Jason's Deli (5:00-9:00 PM)
May 12 - VES Field Day for Grades K,1,2 (9:15-10:45 AM) & Grades 3,4,5 (1:00-2:30 PM)
May 12 - VES Spring parties for Grades K,1,2 (10:45-11:45 AM) & Grades 3,4,5 (2:50-3:50 PM)
May 18 - Last Day of School
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Vermillion Elementary School
April 2017
501 South James
Maize, KS 67101
(316) 722-0266
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Appreciating differences in others...listening to and respecting a different point of view...looking past outer appearance...enjoying what others have to offer.
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Wow! We are in the homestretch! It is hard to believe that in a few short weeks the 2016-2017 school year will be in the books. I am really going to miss this year's fifth graders. What an outstanding group of young people!
There are still many upcoming events to note on your calendar:
Thursday, April 20:
(6:00-8:15pm) - PTO will be hosting a free movie night in the VES gym
Thursday, April 27: (6:30pm) - Kindergarten music program @ VES
Friday, April 28: - VES Community Helper Day
Tuesday, May 9: (6:00-7:00pm) - Please join us for Kindergarten Connection if you have a Kindergartener
coming to VES next year
Tuesday, May 9: (5:00-9:00pm) - Jason's Deli PTO Night
Friday, May 12: VES Field Day:
- 9:15-10:45am (Grades K,1,2)
- 1:00-2:30pm (Grades 3,4,5)
Friday, May 12: VES Spring Parties:
- 10:45-11:45am (Grades K,1,2)
- 2:50-3:50pm (Grades 3,4,5)
Thursday, May 18: Last Day of School
Thank you to Merinda Heard and Erin Dobbs for composing the VES yearbook this year. I appreciate all of the time Merinda and Erin spent taking pictures, laying out the book, and working with Lifetouch to get it published. They did an excellent job documenting an awesome school year!
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Michael Dome
VES Principal
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Important 2017-18 Enrollment Information
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Maize USD 266 will process current student enrollment in May this year, which is a change from previous years.
We look forward to GREAT things in the 2017-18 school year at OneMa
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Many of the counselor groups for grades 1-5 have ended or will be ending in a week. If you have any concerns or need me to check in with your child - don't hesitate to call or email me.
This is the time of year to begin Kindergarten pre-enrollment for next year's Kindergartners. If you have a child who currently goes to VES and have a Kindergartner that will begin school next year, please email me and let me know who they are. I will be working on building placement for Kindergarten soon and knowing siblings really helps in a smooth transition.
Andi Shipman
VES Counselor
316-350-2806
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| Full STEAM Ahead Project + Chromebooks |
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We have uploaded a second school wide Donors Choose project called Full STEAM Ahead. This project will help to fund the STEAM lab that we are trying to implement at VES. This lab alongside an outdoor learning area will make great additions to our school learning opportunities!
Chromebooks Update:
A huge thank you to all of our donors that gave to the Vermillion Capturing Kids' Minds with Chromebooks campaign!! The project was fully funded and we have more chromebooks in the hands of our students!
Donors:
Mike Nelson
Mike Vogts
Ginny Nickel
Crystal Walker
Troy & Merinda Heard
Robin Janzen
Jennifer Owens
Amanda Wen
Mark & Ann Sternberger
Marjorie Zwiesler
Julie Marsh
Kim Dickerson-Oard
Carol Morgan
Dustin Griffith
Anonymous Donors
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VES Book Swap
We will have a Book Swap during library the week of May 1
-
4.
Students may bring one gently used paperback book from home to the VES library April 10th through April 28th. The books must be appropriate for grades K-5 and be in good condition (cover on, no rips, tears, or coloring on the pages).
During library classes the week of May 1st, students will get to select a "gently used" book to take home. This event is optional but is a great way to get a head start on summer reading!
Important Dates for Library:
April 24 -
28: Last week for check out
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students can check out one book)
May 1 -
4: All library books are due back to the library
Thank you!
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Wanted: Substitute teachers!
Maize USD 266 is looking for substitute teachers. If you are available for occasional work during the school day and enjoy working with students and being in schools, please consider joining us as a sub!
We are especially in need of subs for our elementary schools. Please share this information and encourage qualified candidates you know to apply.
Our subs are:
- Paid $95 a day
- Have the option of indicating specific schools, grade levels, etc. they would like to work with
- Always have the option to pass on subbing opportunities that may not meet their interest and/or schedule
- Must have either their current teaching license or a Kansas State Department of Education-issued Emergency Substitute License, available to those who have at least 60 hours of college credit or a degree (that does not have to be in education)
Interested? Please contact Debbie Stiverson at 316-722-0614 or
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Happy Trails Field Day 2017 will be here soon!
I am looking for volunteers to help run stations.
You can email me at
wtrail@usd266.com or complete the information on the blue sheets that have been sent home. You can return the bottom portion of the form to me with the times you can help.
Join us on
Friday, May 12, 2017
- K, 1, and 2 will be from 9:15-10:45 AM
- 3, 4, and 5 will be from 1:00-2:30 PM
It will be carnival style with several activities for the students to do.
Looking forward to a fun day and
THANK YOU
in advance for your help. We could not do this without your support!
In Health
~ Coach Trail
~ Coach Parr
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This year's Career Day will be Friday, April 28th. Many thanks to those who have signed up to present. We are still looking for parents or relatives that are interested in sharing about their career with our students. If you are interested, please email Mrs. Nash at
jnash@usd266.com.
If you are presenting, please plan information to present to students Kindergarten through fifth grade for 15 minutes. Hands-on activities or props are encouraged, but not required.
The students love seeing your equipment, vehicles, uniforms, etc. We will have morning, afternoon, or all day slots available for you to select from.
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Dillon's Customers
Vermillion Elementary School is participating in the Community Awards Program with Dillon's! VES will get credit for most purchases its members make using their registered Plus card. The more we shop at Dillon's, the more opportunity for VES to earn big rewards. It's so easy!
To enroll:
2. Click on 'Community' and select 'Dillons Community Rewards'
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3. Sign in OR create an account.
4. Click on "Enroll now."
5. Enter the 5-digit NPO and search (our school's NPO number is 48972).
6. Select VES and click "Enroll."
To create an online account at Dillon's Website:
2. Click on 'Community' and select 'Dillons Community Rewards'.
3. Select 'Create an Account'. Complete information and select your preferred store.
4. Click on "Create Account" at the bottom of the page.
5. You will receive an email confirmation to your inbox, to activate your account click on the link in the body of the email and enter your sign in information to confirm.
For assistance in setting up an online account or with general questions, please feel free to contact Dillon's at 800-576-4377, option 3.
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 Dear Boys and Girls,
Bears don't wear mittens or gloves because we have furry paws. Kids don't have fur so when it is cold outside, they need to wear winter clothes like coats, hats and mittens. That's how people keep warm.
One kid I know named Harrison never had his mittens with him, he would either lose them or forget them on the bus. Usually, he didn't even mind, but once when it got very cold, his fingers got numb and he was crying. He said that his fingers hurt a lot, and it was hard to move them. The teacher made him go right to the school nurse, and she warmed him up and loaned him some gloves. She told Harrison that he had to be responsible about his gloves or he would get frostbite. Frostbite is when a part of a person's body begins to freeze. It is very painful, even after the person gets warm again.
Gloves and mittens keep kids from getting frostbite on our fingers. Hats and hoods keep kids from getting frostbite on their ears. Scarves and ski masks help keep kids from getting frost bite on their noses. Boots and socks help keep kids from getting frost bite on their toes. Those parts are all the farthest from the warm middle of you, and they are the ones that need extra covering when it is very cold or windy and cold.
Dress warmly on cold days. Wear your warm clothes out for recess and to play after school. If any part of you starts to feel tingly or numb, go inside!
Does this school ever have indoor recesses when it is very cold and windy outside? That's because people, and bears, need to keep their bodies warm, even when it's cold out!
Love,
Wuzzy
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Dear Kindergarten Parents/Guardians:
Our music program "Oceans of Fun" is just around the corner!
Our celebration of music will be at VES on
Thursday, April 27th in the gymnasium 6:30 p.m.
COSTUMES:
Please follow specific instructions for your child's class:
Bish:
A plain, short-sleeved bright blue t-shirt or polo shirt & denim or khaki
shorts.
*Optional: Sunglasses (If you are providing sunglasses, please label them and
send to school in a Ziploc style bag as soon as possible.)
No pictures or logos on shirts.
Nash: A plain, short-sleeved pink or purple t-shirt or polo shirt & denim or khaki shorts.
No pictures or logos on shirts.
Paul: A plain, short-sleeved green t-shirt or polo shirt & denim or khaki shorts.
No pictures or logos on shirts.
Wood: Brightly colored beach style clothing: shorts, t-shirts, modest tank tops, Hawaiian -
style shirts.
*Optional: Sunglasses (If you are providing sunglasses, please label
them and send to school in a Ziploc style bag as soon as possible.)
SHOES: All students should wear either tennis shoes or comfortable, well-fitting, soft-soled sandals. NO FLIP FLOPS!! Students need footwear that stays on
their feet and allows them to move freely without loudly clip-clopping across the gym floor.
Thank you,
Doreen Merkel
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Vermillion Girls on the Run
The culminating event will be the Girls on the Run 5k on Saturday, May 13th. For more information or questions please contact Kelly Burkholder at kburkholder@usd266.com.
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The end of the year is quickly approaching! A
BIG Thank You to everyone who has been a
Watch D.O.G. volunteer this school year! If you can still squeeze in one more volunteer day working with kids at VES, we would love to have you!
In order to participate, you'll need to complete and pass the background check online. The school will provide you with a Watch D.O.G. shirt when you arrive to volunteer.
You will spend a portion of the morning, recess, and lunch with your personal child and then the remainder of the day working with other VES students on school work. Remember, Watch D.O.G.'s is open to any male role model that can spend a day with us; so, invite in Grandpa, Uncle, etc.!
If you want to be a Watch D.O.G., please call the office and schedule a time or follow the steps below to sign up.
Signing up is easy - you will
NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com
1)
Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com:
2)
Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like
3) Complete a USD 266 background check prior to your date
SAVE THE DATE:
Our WatchD.O.G. kickoff for the 2017-2018 school year will be August 24th. Please put this on your calendar for the pizza kick-off party for your VES student and father figure!
If you are interested in helping serve on the TOP DOG committee and were a volunteer this year, please contact Mrs. Nash at
jnash@usd266.com.
April Volunteer Calendar:
4/17/2017
4/20/2017
4/21/2017 Robert Mason
4/24/2017
Robert Klinkerman
4/25/2017 Patrick Burns
4/26/2017
4/27/2017 Jared Oxford
4/28/2017 Justin Carlson
5/1/2017
5/2/2017 Dan Doerflinger
5/3/2017 Josh Raver
5/4/2017
5/8/2017 Austin Doyle
5/9/2017
5/10/2017
5/11/2017
5/12/2017 Kyle Caylor
5/12/2017 Chris Birkner
5/15/2017
5/16/2017
5/17/2017
5/18/2017 (Last Day of School)
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Dress Code
USD 266 recognizes that the apparel of the student is primarily the responsibility of the parent. However, the school will insist upon attire that is conducive to the learning environment. The guidelines listed below are designed to prevent distractions in order to provide an atmosphere that is conducive to learning. The parent and student are responsible for ensuring that the student is in compliance with all aspects of the policy during the time the student is at school or participating in school related activities. Failure by the student to correct dress code violations may result in disciplinary action.
Building administrators are the final authority as to whether clothing is or is not in compliance with dress code policy. All clothing should be modest and appropriate for school.
The guidelines for appropriate attire are:
1. Pants, capris, shorts and skirts should be modest and appropriate for school. Sagging is not allowed. Tight-fitting pants must be covered appropriately.
2. Shorts or skirt length must extend to the fingertips.
3. Shirts should be modest and appropriate for school. Straps must comer undergarments and midriff. No halter tops, racer back, off the shoulder, or one shoulder tops are allowed.
4. Shoes must be worn at all times.
5. Head wear, including hats, scarves, bandannas and hoods are not to be worn except on special days as approved by the administration.
6. Any item that advocates or advertises tobacco, alcoholic beverages, drugs, illegal substances, violence, racist organizations/symbols, gangs, obscenities, nudity or have double meanings are not allowed.
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Parent Drop-off and Pick-up Information
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Parent Pick-up & Drop-off Procedures
Vermillion Elementary School
Just a reminder, please call the office before 3:00 p.m.(M-T-TH-F) and before 2:00 p.m. (W) if you need to make any changes for your student after school.
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Just a reminder to
please allow ECC parents/guardians until
3:40
to load their students before parking in the pick up/drop off lane. Thank you!
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Parent Drop-Off
1. Drop off by private vehicle should only occur in the drive on the east side. Do not drop off students at the front entrance.
2. Students who are dropped off by a parent should arrive at 8:35 am.
3. VES staff members will direct vehicles to a drop off point between the orange cones.
4. Once the vehicle has come to a complete stop along the curb, students may
exit on the passenger side
and then shut the door. These procedures allow for multiple students being dropped off safely at one time in an efficient manner.
5. Students should be prepared to exit the vehicle quickly.
6. There should only be one lane of traffic for student drop off.
7. Pets are not allowed out of the vehicle at VES.
8. Students who need to arrive before 8:35 am may be enrolled in the YMCA School Age program. Call 264-1610.
Parent Pick-Up
1. Students should be picked up between 3:55-4:00 p.m. Please do not pull into the lane any earlier due to ECC dismissal.
2. Vehicle drivers will be directed to a spot between the orange cones to pick up their students.
3. Pick up by private vehicle should only occur in the circle drive between the orange cones.
4. Students should not go to the vehicle until directed by a VES staff member and the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
5. Students should get in the vehicle on the passenger side.
6. Drivers can also park their vehicle and come up to the south playground gate, where VES staff will dismiss students to the parents.
NOTE: Students should never go to a vehicle without an adult accompanying them.
7. There should only be one lane of traffic for student pick up.
8. Students who can't be picked up by 4:00 pm may be enrolled in the YMCA School Age program. Call 264-1610.
**Thank you for helping us keep everyone at VES safe!!!
ticle Headline
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HOMEWORK REQUESTS
If your child is absent and you would like to request homework, please call the office by 10:00am. Homework can be picked up in the office after 2:00pm.
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| SCHOOL NOTES School hours are 8:45am - 4:00pm
- Office hours are 7:45 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
- Don't forget early release every Wednesday @3:20 p.m.
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School address:
501 James Ave. Maize, KS 67101
- Office phone number is 316-722-0266
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The PTO is pleased to once again sponsor the VES
FREE Family Movie Night! This event will take place
Thursday, April 20th from 6:00-8:15 pm. The movie we're showing is
Zootopia
and will be shown in the school gym.
We will have door prizes and
FREE
Face Painting provided by the MHS Art Honor Society.
*Donations accepted and very much appreciated!*
We hope to see you at this fun event! Please see the below flyer for a pizza order form or feel free to bring your own meal into the gym. Concessions will be available - only water will be accepted in the gym to protect the floors.
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More PTO news!
The PTO will be selling VES School Supplies. We will not be taking a profit on the sale of these supplies, but rather we would like to provide this service to our VES families.
All supplies will be delivered to the school and the child can pick them up on the night of their
Meet Your Teacher
in August. We
will be sending out more information soon!
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We will continue to collect Box Tops through the end of the 2016-2017 school year. Please keep sending them in as we are still trying to reach our goal!
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Other Important Dates:
Thursday, April 13:
Chick Fil A Night. Come out and enjoy
dinner and Spin the Wheel for a $1 donation
Thursday, April 20: PTO Family Movie Night
6:00-8:15
Friday, April 21:
Popcorn Day - Have your student bring a quarter (.25ยข) and enjoy a bag of popcorn (one bag per student please)
Monday-Friday May 1-5:
Staff Appreciation Week
Thursday, May 11:
PTO Meeting
Thank you for your continued support of the PTO!
You can reach the PTO at:
Email: vermillionpto@hotmail.com
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Each year RMHC Wichita sponsors a state wide Pull Tab Program. We collect the metal piece located on the top of a soda can or any other can with an aluminum tab. These pieces are known as pop tabs or pull tabs. (Most soup and cat food can tabs are made from tin so unfortunately we cannot take them.) This activity not only helps save the earth, but it also raises much-needed awareness about how one individual's contribution can make a substantial difference for a family staying at one of our Ronald McDonald Houses or using our Ronald McDonald Family Room.
Collecting pull tabs is fun and easy. It is also a great way for children, families, schools and companies to get involved!
Drop off your pull tabs at VES in your child's classroom.
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