VCS Elementary School 
E-BULLETIN

November 8, 2019
November Character Trait

~Compassion~

To recognize the suffering of others, then take action to help.  That human disposition that fuels Acts of Kindness and mercy.  Compassion, a form of love, is aroused within us when we are confronted with those who suffer or are vulnerable.

"Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute.  Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy."  Proverbs 31:8-9

"But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him."  Luke 10:33

October
~Encouragement~
Character Award Winners

Gabriella Luna, Chloe McKinney. Mason McCarthy
Jacqueline Watts, Sebastian Vizcay
Ellianna Johnson, Emma Augustin
Michael Van Pelt, Kate Prentice
Cody Eddings, Levi Jones
Nikki Sypolt, Vincent Ferreira

Dear Parents,

Our Canned Food Drive has been a huge success!  Thank you to all who participated, whether donating of money, goods or time.  Our PTF Team, headed by Edna Mendoza, was amazing!  Their energy and positive attitude was a joy to encounter each morning.  God bless you for your efforts to bless the less fortunate of our Community.  This project is certainly in keeping with our current month's character quality of compassion.

Below you will see pictures from our recent Beautify VCS Day on November 2nd.  Our wonderful volunteer parents did a phenomenal job of preparing our old bookkeeping office to be our new MakerSpace!  Article in this edition!

I pray that over your long weekend, you take a minute to remember our Veterans.  Our country would not enjoy the freedoms that we have without the sacrifices made by our current and past veterans.

May God Bless America!

Blessings,

Dorace A. Lynch
Elementary Principal



VCES 

Canned Food Drive




Beautify VCS Work Day 2019






Veteran's Day



In observance of  Veteran's Day our campus will be closed 

Monday, November 11th.
MakerSpace Opening Soon!

We are projecting the opening of Phase I of our MakerSpace to be the end of January 2020! What exactly is a MakerSpace, you say?

A MakerSpace is an area of the classroom or common media space that is reserved for creative exploration, engineering, tinkering, inventing and purposeful play.  In a MakerSpace children have opportunities to discover, assemble, problem solve, construct, test, and explore using divergent, "outside the box" thinking.  A MakerSpace should inspire new passions for students and cater to their unique multiple intelligences.

We have already utilized this space to introduce our teachers to their first MakerSpace experience!  Can I say...excitement abounds among our staff.






We are so looking forward to introducing our students to this cool, new learning space!

Look for ways you can help in the upcoming E-Bulletins!  We'll be in touch!
PTF Meeting


Crab Feed


CLICK HERE   to purchase tickets  
Crab Feed Raffle Baskets

VCS Running Club

CLICK HERE for application
Updated Box Top Information









Clipping and scanning Box Tops is an easy way to help earn cash for our school.  However, w e are no longer able to give class prizes or parties for turning in Box Tops due to the change in program.  We will continue to give free dress passes to students who turn in more than "50" Box Tops within a month.  Dress passes will be awarded the following month.  As always, turn in clipped Box Tops to your teacher.  To receive credit for electronic Box Tops, please email a picture of the submitted  Box Tops, along with your student's name and teacher to ptf@go-vcs.com.  

October Free Dress Pass Winners

Noah Hamilton
Eli Stone
Luke Marcus
Jasmine Castillo
Gavin Neveu
                                         
Box Tops



Participating brands are beginning to change their packaging from a traditional Box Tops clip to the new Box Tops Label.

Eventually, the Box Tops program will become digital-only, so  i f you see this new label, use the new Box Tops app to scan your receipt.  Box Tops are still worth 10 cents each for your school.  The app will automatically find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to your schools earnings online.

Traditional Box Tops are being phased out of production, but may continue to be found on many products still in store.  You may still clip them and send them in!

We have included a link below to a "how to" video!

Box Tops New App: Scan for your School

CLICK HERE for more information
VCS Support Opportunities


Parent Alert

~Help Us to Keep Our Students Safe~

While driving on campus, please be aware of the following:

  • Speed limit is 5 miles per hour
  • Please allow 30 feet distance between your car and all crosswalks on property when in use
  • Obey all traffic signs
  • Watch for VCS staff directing traffic
  • Refrain from using cell phones or playing loud music
  • Please do not leave your car unattended in carpool
  • NO PARKING in the carpool lanes
  • Refrain from parking in front of the Head of School office area in the mornings.  This is for Early Education Only in the A.M.
  • Please do not drop Elementary Students off in front of the Head of School office unless special arrangements have been made with the Principal.  You may park in the parking lot and walk them in.
Student Safety is # 1

When participating in carpool for drop off or pick up, please remember to be patient as you proceed.  Cutting in and out of the line increases the possibility of accidents.

Please thank and support each carpool worker who, rain or shine, works the traffic on campus.  Your support is so needed, and maybe a Starbucks when it is raining!
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Helpful Hints

It is the time of year when it is cold in the morning and warm in the afternoon.  Please remind your children to place any outerwear in their backpacks to bring home!

As, always, remember to label your child's clothing!
Extra Entrees for Students

Parents who would like to authorize their student(s) to receive an additional entree can email Denise Sedam at denise.sedam@go-vcs.com or send a handwritten note in with the student(s).  The request may be for a particular day or cover the 2019-2020 school year.  We must have the documentation on file before extra entree's can be distributed.
Hot Lunch Menu

Monday

CAMPUS CLOSED
Tuesday

Chicken Tenders
Broccoli Bites
Grapes
Treat
Milk
Wednesday

Hot Ham & Cheese
Veggie Mix
Fresh Fruit
Pudding 
Milk
Thursday

Quesadilla
Celery Sticks
Apple
Ice Cream
Milk
Friday

Pizza
Veggie Sticks
Orange Slices
Cookie
MIlk or Juice

CLICK HERE for a complete November Menu

In the event our Food Service Department does not receive product ordered from our Distributor, a substitute may occur.  Thank you for your understanding.
Happy Birthday

November 9
Ella Blair - Resource 
November 25
Carina Brassfield - Music Teacher
November 26
Robin Sanfilippo - T.A.
November 27
Jill Watts - T.A.
December 5
Patty Slover - T.A.
December 15
Sue Ingels - Librarian
December 19
Vicky Martin - T.A.
December 21
Dorace Lynch - Principal
December 24
Grace Garrett - Kindergarten Teacher

Dates and Events


 
November 11
Veteran's Day/ CAMPUS CLOSED
November 22
Spirit Rally/2:15 p.m./Gym
November 25-26
Thanksgiving Break/No School/Extended Care Available
November 27-29
Thanksgiving Break/CAMPUS CLOSED

December 12
1st & 2nd Grade Program/5:30 p.m. / 7:00 p.m./FBC
December 19
Christmas Break Begins/Minimum Day/Extended Care Available
December 20
No School/Extended Care Available
December 23-26
CAMPUS CLOSED

December 27-30
No School/Extended Care Available
December 31-January 1
CAMPUS CLOSED
 
CLICK HERE for a 2019-2020 Year at a Glance
CLICK HERE for a 2019-2020 Event Calendar
Here to Serve...

Vacaville Christian Schools - Elementary
1117 Davis Street, Vacaville, CA  95687
TAX ID:  94-2299082

Contact our Office:

Direct Line
707-724-6034

Mrs. Dorace Lynch
Elementary Principal


Miss Karyn Kempton
Elementary Vice Principal

Mrs. Terri Roberts
Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Merle Hopper
Administrative Assistant





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