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4:30-8:30pm - Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
Sept. 12:
6:00pm - PTO mtg
VES Library
Sept. 18:
All Day - Fall Pictures
Sept. 26:
11:00am-11:00pm
Andy's Frozen Custard Spirit Day
Sept. 28:
8:00am-8:00pm - Book Fair @VES Library
Sept. 28:
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Sept. 29:
10:00am-6:00pm - Book Fair @VES Library
Sept. 29:
Parent/Teacher Conferences (no school)
7:45-8:35am - Breakfast with Mom
Oct. 6:
6:00-7:30pm - PTO Walk-A-Thon @VES
Oct. 31
2:50-3:30pm - Fall Parties (K-5th grade)
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Vermillion Elementary School
September 2017
501 South James
Maize, KS 67101
(316) 722-0266
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MAIZE WAY CHARACTER TRAIT - SEPTEMBER
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Showing sympathy and concern....caring for others....being kind and thoughtful....helping those in need.
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A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
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Dear Parents,
Welcome to all of our new parents and students and welcome back to our returning families. It was great to see everyone on Meet Your Teacher Night! The 2017-2018 school year is off to a great start.
I would like to take this opportunity to tell you about a program that we are continuing at Vermillion this year called Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students). This is an innovative father involvement, educational initiative of the National Center for Fathering. WatchDOGS are fathers, step-fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father-figures who volunteer for at least one day each year at an official WATCH D.O.G.S. school.
During the day, WatchDOGS may read and work on flash cards with students, supervise recess, eat lunch with your student, patrol the school entrances and hallways, assist with traffic flow and any other assigned activities where they actively engage with not only their own students, but other students as well. If you were unable to attend the WatchDOG event and want to be a WatchDOG, please follow the steps below to sign up.
1) It's easy to sign up! Simply view the WatachDOG monthly calendars which are located on the VES website to see what dates are available. Email Julie Davis at jdavis@usd266.com with your requested date(s) - include your name, phone number, student name and teacher's name. (only two WatchDOGS per day please)
2) You must complete a volunteer background check located on the VES website prior to your scheduled WatchDOG date. The background check can be completed online thru the VES website. (a volunteer background check will need to be completed each year)
Along with our WatchDOG program, our VES PTO is great! Everyone is invited to join and be part of this organization and membership is free. We have an awesome PTO Board and they do a lot of great things for our students and teachers.
Our PTO Walk-A-Thon is scheduled for October 6th from 6:00-7:30p.m. at VES. We will be sending home more information about this fundraiser soon. Also, please watch for other fundraising events throughout the year via newsletters, flyers, and e-mails.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me.
Sincerely,
Michael Dome
VES Principal
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STUDENT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP PROCEDURES
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Parent Drop-Off Procedure (morning):
- Drop off by private vehicle should only occur in the drive on the east side. Do not drop off students at the front entrance.
- Students dropped off by a parent should arrive at 8:35am.
- VES staff members will direct vehicles to a drop off point between the orange cones.
- 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.
- Students should be prepared to exit the vehicle quickly.
- There should only be one lane of traffic for student drop off.
- Pets are not allowed out of the vehicle at VES.
- Students who need to arrive before 8:35am should be enrolled in the YMCA after school program (Latchkey). Call 264-1610 for information and registration.
Parent Pick-Up Procedure:
- Students should be picked up between 3:55-4:00pm. Please do not pull into the lane any earlier due to ECC dismissal.
- Vehicle drivers will be directed to a spot between the orange cones to pick up their students.
- Pick up by private vehicle should only occur in the circle drive between the orange cones.
- Students should not go to the vehicle until directed by a VES staff member and the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
- Students should get in the vehicle on the passenger side.
- 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.
- There should only be one lane of traffic for student pick up.
- Students who can't be picked up by 4:00pm should be enrolled in the YMCA after school program (Latchkey). Call 264-1610 for information and registration.
Thank you for helping us keep everyone at VES safe!!!
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Please call the school office if you need to make any changes for your student after school:
- Before
3:00pm (M-T-TH-F)
- Before
2:00pm (Wednesday only)
*(Call the office @722-0266, press #2 for student pick-up line)
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School hours are 8:45am - 4:00pm
- Don't forget early release every Wednesday @3:20 p.m.
- School office hours are 7:45am- 4:30pm
- Office phone number is 316-722-0266
- School address: 501 James Ave. Maize, KS 67101
Students are not to be dropped off before 8:35am
as we
do not have staffing available for babysitting.
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> 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 school office after 2:00pm.
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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. Parents and student are responsible for ensuring that their student is in compliance with all aspects of the policy during the time their 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. T
ight-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 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.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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Welcome back to a new school year! It is so good to see our new students and see how our returning students have grown!
I will be inviting many 4th and 5th graders to lunch within the next month - all are invited at least once! This gives me a chance to get to know everyone - and gives the students a chance to know each other.
In mid September I will also be sending out a sign up for grades 3-5 to be in groups. These groups will run from October thru December and the groups are always optional.
For any questions on groups or how your child is doing, feel free to email me at
ashipman@usd266.com or call me at
722-0266.
Andi Shipman
VES Counselor
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Welcome Back! Hope everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable summer break.
There is a new face in the gym this year. His name is Mr. Ben Hamilton and he is here in the mornings co-teaching first and second grades. He is also the girls' basketball coach for Maize South High School.
If your child has been sick or is injured, please let Mr. Hamilton or myself know.
In Health,
Coach Trail
Coach Hamilton
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Music Field Trip:
Our 5th grade students will be allowed to attend the Wichita Symphony Young People's Concerts Series at Century II Concert Hall. These concerts are specifically designed with children in mind.
The first concert in November is inspired by the children's story "The Legend of the Northern Lights" with music, film, animation, and narration. The second concert in January, titled Mozart's Magnificent Journey, will focus on the life of Mozart and his young son Karl.
The cost for each student to attend the concert series (2 performances) is $10.00. Each fifth grader has been given a registration envelope that includes pertinent concert and payment information. Please return the envelope with payment and signature. The deadline for registration is Tuesday, September 5th, 2017.
Unfortunately, parents are not allowed to go on this field trip. If your student would benefit from the help of a scholarship for this field trip event, please let me know. We will be assigned a date and time once registration is completed. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Upcoming Music Concert Schedule:
Kindergarten Concert
: Thursday, May 3rd 2018
MMS Commons 6:30 p.m.
4600 North Maize Road
First & Second Grade Concerts:
Thursday, March 15th, 2018
Maize High School Auditorium
11600 W. 45th Street North
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6:30pm - Mrs. Merkel's Students (Willard, Newland, Longbine & Christensen)
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7:45pm - Mrs. Zuniga's Students (Morgan, Allen, Fischer & Brownell)
Third, Fourth & Fifth Grade Concerts
: Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Maize High School Auditorium
11600 W. 45th Street North
> 6:30pm (Diener, Angelica, Bloomquist, Bender, Houston, Burkholder)
> 7:45pm
(Bollenbach, Keiter, Nash, Morrow, Wheeler, Schirmer)
Keep a lookout for more information!
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Dear Parents & Guardians,
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or new students to Vermillion Elementary, please turn in immunizations and a current (performed since 8/2016) Well Child check.
Please provide this documentation as soon as possible as students who are non-compliant by the first week of October will not be able to attend school until this is received.
If there is anything Sue or I can do to help your child this year, please let us know!
Miss Sue
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The Solar Eclipse of 2017 was a success! The weather cooperated and we had a full view. Here are some photos we captured during the excitement of the day.
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BIG Thank You to everyone who attended our WatchDOGS kickoff pizza party! We had such a great turn out and we look forward to seeing all of the WatchDOG volunteers this school year.
WatchDOGS - How It Works:
Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students) is an innovative father involvement, educational initiative of the National Center for Fathering. WatchDOGS are fathers, step-fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father-figures who volunteer for at least one day each year at an official WATCH D.O.G.S. school.
As a WatchDOG, you'll spend you'll spend a portion of the day and lunch with your student and then the remainder of the day working with other VES students. You may help students with school work, supervise at recess, patrol the school entrances and hallways, assist with traffic flow and any other assigned activities.
Signing up is easy
!
- Simply view the WatachDOG monthly calendars which are located on the VES website to see what dates are available. Email jdavis@usd266.com with your requested date(s) - include your name, phone number, student and teacher's name. (only two WatchDOGS per day please)
- You must complete a volunteer background check prior to your first scheduled WatchDOG date. The online background check can be completed thru the VES Website. (a volunteer background check must be completed each year)
We currently have openings on the calendar, but they will fill fast, so don't delay!
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| SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED |
Maize USD 266 is looking for substitute teachers! If you are available for occasional work during the school day and enjoy the school environment and working with students, 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.
Here's How It Works:
- Paid $95 a day
- Option of requesting specific schools, grade levels, etc.
- 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)
If you are interested contact:
Debbie Stiverson
Ph. 316-722-0614
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DILLONS COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM
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Vermillion Elementary is participating in the Dillons Community Rewards Program. VES will get credit for most purchases when you use your DillonsPlus card. The more you shop at Dillons, the more opportunity VES has to earn big rewards. Please sign up today - It's so easy!
To Enroll:
2. Sign in OR create an account (see below instruction to create an account).
3. After signing in, click on 'View Your Rewards Details'.
4. Click on 'Enroll' or 'Edit' at 'Community Rewards'.
5. Enter Vermillion's NPO #48972 and click 'Search'.
6. Select VES and click 'Enroll'.
To Create An Online Account At Dillons Website:
2. Click on 'Create an Account' or select 'Register' at top of the page.
3. Enter your email address, password, zip code (select preferred store).
4. Click on 'Create Account' at the bottom of the page.
5. You will receive an email and enter your sign-in information to confirm.
6. Follow the steps from above to add Vermillion to your Community Rewards.
For assistance or general questions, please contact Dillon's at 800-576-4377, option 3.
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Thank you for coming out to see us during 'Meet your Teacher
Night'. We appreciate your support! We are still taking memberships for PTO. If you are interested in joining, please fill out the attached form and return it to school with your student. Please note there are three different membership options, and membership is FREE! VES PTO Membership Form.
Congrats! to the following PTO Raffle Winners from 'Meet Your Teacher Night':
> Front Row Parking at VES:
Heard Family
> 6 Front Row Seats to the Kindergarten Music Program:
Jen Simmons
> 6 Front Row Seats to the 1st/2nd Grade Music Program:
Sherri Hein
> 6 Front Row Seats to 3rd/4th/5th Grade Music Program: Jenny Nash
> Lunch with Mr. Dome:
Janelle Stanley
> Lunch with Mrs. Hay:
Connor Sternberger
> VES T-Shirt:
Brianna Hultman
> VES Yearbook:
Shelise Joslin
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The PTO is now a part of the Amazon Smile program. You shop, Amazon gives. Amazon will donate .5% of the price of all eligible purchases. Please follow the
Amazon Smile
link to begin shopping.
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Our annual Walk-a-Thon is fast approaching! This year our Walk-a-Thon will be held on
Friday, October 6th at VES from 6:00-7:30pm. Please note this is our TOP FUNDRAISER for the school and this year we are raising funds for an outdoor classroom and video broadcasting equipment.
New to the Walk-a-Thon this year, we will have sponsorships available.
More information about the event and sponsorships will be coming home with your student soon.
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Thank you to everyone who came to visit the PTO during
'Meet Your Teacher Night'. We appreciate your support!!
Congrats! to the following PTO Raffle Winners:
> Front Row Parking at VES:
Heard Family
> 6 Front Row Seats to the Kindergarten Music Program:
Jen Simmons
> 6 Front Row Seats to the 1st/2nd Grade Music Program:
Sherri Hein
> 6 Front Row Seats to 3rd/4th/5th Grade Music Program: Jenny Nash
> Lunch with Mr. Dome:
Janelle Stanley
> Lunch with Mrs. Hay:
Connor Sternberger
> VES T-Shirt:
Brianna Hultman
> VES Yearbook:
Shelise Joslin
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Thank you for coming out to our recent Dairy Queen Spirit Night! What a great way to start the school year!!!
Upcoming School Events:
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Thursday, Sept.7th:
4:30-8:30pm - Chick-fil-A Spirit Night
(20% of sales goes to VES)
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uesday, Sept. 12th:
6:30-7:30pm - PTO Meeting (VES Library)
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Tuesday, Sept. 26th:
11am-11pm - Andy's Frozen Custard Spirit Day
Thank you for your continued support of the PTO!
PTO can be reached at:
Be sure and Tag all the fun you are having at VES this year with #VESspirit
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Please remember to keep collecting BoxTops! You may turn in your BoxTops to the school office.
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Ronald McDonald House
Each year RMHC Wichita sponsors a state wide Pull Tab Program. We collect the metal tab piece located on the top of a soda can or any other aluminum can with a 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 pull tabs in your child's classroom.
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If you have lost an item, please check our Lost & Found area located outside the school cafeteria.
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