VCS Elementary School 
E-BULLETIN

October 18, 2019
October Character Trait

~Encouragement~

To give hope or confidence to: hearten.  To urge or inspire, to help bring about; foster.  Speaking in a manner that builds up others to enable them to rise to an occasion that is perceived to be either difficult or unattainable.

Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing."  1 Thessalonians 5:11
Dear Parents,

Our Grandparents' Day was such a sweet success!  I can speak from my own experience of how their hearts were blessed to spend time at school with their grandchildren.  How precious grandparents are to their grandchildren as well!  This is certainly a day of many special moments.  Thank you for your help in making this day so enjoyable.  PTF, You have once again, outdone yourselves!

After a week delay, our Country Fair as always, was a huge success!  Great food, fun activities and fellowship was enjoyed by all!  Thank you to everyone for making this such a successful event. 

Have a wonderful weekend!

Dorace A. Lynch
Elementary Principal
Red Ribbon Week

Vacaville Christian Elementary School Student Council Presents:

Send a Message:  NO to Drugs

October 21 - 25, 2019


Special Dress Up Days

Wednesday, October 23 - "Put Your Foot Down on Drugs"
Students may wear 2 different socks and shoes with their uniform.

Friday, October 25 - "Hats off to Healthy Choices"
Wear a hat with your spirit dress.

STEM LEGOS AND ROBOTICS

Enrichment Program - Monthly Classes

Legos to STEM           Stepping to STEM...Robotics

Programs began October 7th, 2019

Stop by the Extended Care or Elementary office for more information.
Otis Cookie Delivery


Spirit Shirts

We are now taking FINAL orders for
 
2019-2020 Spirit Shirts

Orders are due
Friday, November 1st!

CLICK HERE for an order form.

Christian Book Fair

Canned Food Drive

VCES PTF Presents...

A Time for Giving, Canned Food Drive!

Monday, Nov. 4th - Friday, Nov. 8th


Join us as we come together as a VCES family to be the 
"hands and feet of Jesus".  
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


Frequently Asked Questions

School Hours:
  • Grades 1-5 begin at 8:20 a.m. and are dismissed at 3:10 p.m.
  • Grades 1-5 will be dismissed at 2:10 p.m. every Tuesday.
  • Kindergarten begins at 8:20 a.m. and is dismissed at 2:10 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Minimum Days:

  • Grades K-5 are dismissed at noon.
  • Extended Care will be available on minimum days with the exception of "Campus Closed" at the rate of $7.00 per hour.
Extended Care:
  • If you have a VCMS or VCHS student, you may drop off your elementary student after 7:30 a.m. without a daycare charge.
  • Extended Care charges begin at 2:10 p.m. on Tuesdays, as early release is at 2:10 p.m.
  • Drop in rate is $7.00 per hour
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!
Check out our new Google Calendar feature!  Stay connected and up to date by subscribing.
https://www.go-vcs.com/calendars

To subscribe click the plus sign in the bottom corner of the calendar.

Click add when this new window pops up.


Helpful Hints

Drop-off and Pick-up Reminders

  • K-5 Carpool drop off time is 7:55 to 8:15 a.m.
  • K-5 Walk on campus drop off is also 7:55 a.m. 
  • There is no charge for either carpool or walk on drop off after 7:55 a.m.
  • If you bring your child to school, either carpool or drop off before 7:55 a.m., you will be charged for Extended Care.
  • Students who are to be picked up by parents walking onto campus, will be at the covered picnic table area.
  • Do not wait outside the classrooms for drop-off or pick-up.  Do not stop teachers and try to take children from them as they are delivering them to the designated pick up area.  This is a safety issue.
  • Use your yellow carpool sign with your child's first and last names when driving through carpool to pick up your child.  Additional signs are available in the elementary office.
  • Be aware that if you are not recognized you will be asked for identification.
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

Hamburger
Veggie Mix
Applesauce
Brownie Bite
Milk
Tuesday
Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich
Broccoli Bites
Melon
Krispie Treat
Milk
Wednesday
Chicken Tenders
Veggie Mix
Strawberries
Jello
Milk
Thursday
Taquitos
Celery Sticks
Grapes
Pudding
Milk

Friday

Cheese Pizza
Veggie Sticks
Orange
Cookie
Milk


CLICK HERE for a complete October 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

October 28
 Dulce Hill - Extended Care Director
November 9
 Ella Blair - Resource 
November 25
 Carina Brassfield - Music Teacher
November 26
 Robin Sanfilippo - T.A.
November 27
 Jill Watts - T.A.

Dates and Events


 
October 24
Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Delivery
October 28-1
Christian Book Fair
October 30-1
Parent/Teacher Conferences/ Classroooms
Minimum Days/Extended Care Available
November 4-8
All School Canned Food Drive
November 5
Radio Conservatory Performance/6:30 p.m./VPAT
***Date Change***
November 6
5th Grade Panoramic Picture
 
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
 
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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