VCS Elementary School 
E-BULLETIN

January 10, 2020
January Character Trait

~Confidence~

Our confidence comes from our relationship with Christ.  Putting our trust in God and His revealed Word, our lives take on a new stability, focus and poise, confidence in God's Word and character.

"...being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6

"The wicked man flees though no one pursues, but  the righteous are as bold as a lion." 
Proverbs 28:1

December
~Joyfulness~
Character Award Winners

Ethan David Jones, Jacqueline Colby, Chloe Oles
Isabella Kim, Uyiosa Ojoma
Reagan Rogers, Alexander Clayton
Emily Edgar, GiGi Ojomo
Isabella Trumbell, James Brady-Esquibell
Josselyn Prothro, Chloe Chavez
Dear Parents,

It's so great to have our students back on campus after our Christmas break!  I pray that your time with family and friends was filled with many special moments.  We have so much to be thankful for as we reflect on God's great love for us.

Our first semester will be coming to an end today with Report Cards coming home Friday, January 17th.  Please let your child's teacher know if you have any questions or concerns.  We so appreciate and value our partnership.

Next week, we will have a Used Uniform Sale.  Please see the date and time in this edition.

Also, Friday, January 17th will be the launch of our annual Spell-A-Thon fundraiser.  Be sure to start exploring who you can enlist to be a sponsor for your child.  We so appreciate and thank you for your support in this important fundraiser for the elementary department.

Have a blessed weekend,

Dorace A. Lynch
Elementary Principal
Parent Alert

It is cold and flu season.  Please be extra cautious of your children's health and keep them home if they are ill.  We want to prevent viruses from spreading as much as possible.  Refer to our Parent Handbook for details of when you should keep your child home..

Thank you for your help with this!
Helpful Hints

Should it be necessary for a student to miss school due to a vacation, parents must procure permission from administration 5 days in advance of the absence by completing our Planned Absence Form.

Approval of a planned absence is subject to a review of attendance history and academic standing.  Failure to receive advance absence approval may result in an unexcused absence.

T he Planned Absence Form is available in the Elementary Office.
Special Dress Day

"Gear Up for the 2nd Semester" Disney Day!

Monday, January 13th, we will have a "Gear Up for the 2nd Semester" Disney Day!  To show our anticipation for the second semester, students may wear Disney attire!

Students who choose not to participate must wear uniform or spirit dress.
Winter Dress Reminders

We are now in Winter dress:
  1. Boys will need to wear pants to Chapel.
  2. Girls may wear pants as an alternate to wearing jumpers or skirts to Chapel.
  3. Rain boots: We prefer you choose rain boots that follow the shoe guidelines for color. However, if you have difficulty finding those colors, we will allow other choices of color.
Used Uniform Sale


Wednesday, January 15th 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 16th 7:40 - 9:00 a.m.


If you'd like to volunteer and earn HIS hours by helping with the setup and/or the sale please email:


VCHS Interact Club Blood Drive

5th & 6th Grade Shadow Day 
Welcome Aboard Event

Shadow Day

Tuesday, January 28th   
8:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Welcome Aboard Event

Tuesday, January 28th   
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Students are not required to wear school uniforms!

Lunch is Provided!
MakerSpace

Crab Feed Raffle Baskets

Compassionate Hearts
Latest News:

A big thank you for all the donations already received!  One elementary student was able to raise $57.00  That money was placed toward the purchase of 30 Bibles and bottled water.  The kiddos have already sorted and distributed the donated items into bags.  They also made beautiful angels with heartfelt messages on them.  Over the Christmas break, Mr. Francis and I were able to bless approximately 30 people in need.  We are looking forward to the next distribution...

For more information please contact Shawna Francis at shawna.francis@go-vcs.com.
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. 
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


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.


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

January 13th - 17th
Monday

Spaghetti
Green Beans
Pears
Pudding
Milk

Tuesday

Grilled Cheese
Celery Sticks
Grapes
Treat
Milk
Wednesday
Chicken Nuggets
Corn
Peaches
Treat
Milk or Juice

Thursday

Pizza
Veggie Sticks
Orange Slices
Cookie
Milk or Juice
Friday

Pizza
Veggie Sticks
Orange Slices
Cookie
Milk or Juice


CLICK HERE  for a complete January 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

January 13
 Ingrid Gustafson - 4th Grade Teacher
February 9
 Karyn Kempton - Vice Principal
February 11
 Sabine Kimbel - 3rd Grade Teacher

Dates and Events


 
January 15-16
Used Uniform Sale
January 17
Spell-A-Thon Packets Sent Home
January 20
Martin Luther King Day/ CAMPUS CLOSED
January 28
3-5 Honor Roll Ceremony/1:00 - 2:00 p.m./FBC
January 28
5th to 6th Grade Shadow Day/8:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.
5th Grade Open House/5:30 - 7:00/Middle School
January 29
KR to Kindergarten visit
January 31
Spell-A-Thon Test
February 3-7
Scholastic Book Fair
February 4
KR to Kindergarten Open House/5:00 - 6:00 p.m./TBD
 
February 4
K-5 Open House/6:30 - 8:00 p.m./MP - Classrooms
February 11
Conservatory Blues Festival/6:30/VPAT
February 14-17 Presidents' Weekend/CAMPUS CLOSED
February 21
Spell-A-Thon Monies Due
February 22
 Crab Feed
 
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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