The Bulldog Bark Newsletter
The Vessels Family
Issue #5 August 29 - September 2
Vessels Elementary School: A Great Place to Learn and Grow!
Kona Ice at Vessels
Kona Ice is back! Two trucks are here after school on Wednesday, 8/31 at 2:55 p.m. by the kindergarten entrance and the park by Carousel! A portion of the proceeds goes to the Vessels PTA!
Join the Vessels PTA

The Vessels PTA does so much for our kids and school and we need your help to ensure that they can continue the great work at Vessels. Please join the Vessels PTA by clicking the link located here. Check out the membership drive competition below! Help us get 100% participation this year!
Math Fluency Games for the Family

Please see the list below for great ideas on how to add math into your child's daily routines. Thank you for being a partner in the learning process of our Bulldogs!




Help us reach our goal of all kids achieving and excelling in math this year!
Growth Mindset

Would you like to instill a Growth Mindset in your child? Please read the attached article to find out what it is and how you can positively impact your child's academic performance and social-emotional growth this year!
Vessels Spirit Wear
Vessels spirit wear is available! Please click the following link to purchase. The deadline to purchase has been extended! Tuesday, August 30 is the last day to stock up on Vessels gear for a while.
Read, Read, Read

Reading nightly with your child is important on many levels. It helps to bond, reinforce skills, and build confidence.

Help us make this school year great by reading with your child each night! Please read here for more information.
Vessels Core Values

Every great organization has core values or beliefs that drive its successes and focus on excellence. At Vessels, we have developed core values that center the team on student success and remind us of what we hold dear. Below is a list of our core values:

  • We value our students, encourage their academic and social development, and reward positive performance in and out of the classroom.
  • We develop the strengths and talents of our students so that they will grow to be passionate about learning and life.
  • We take risks and see mistakes as opportunities to grow! We find joy in our work and help others to do the same.
  • We develop positive, meaningful relationships with our students, parents, and colleagues to best support the learning community's needs.
  • We work together across grade levels and continuously adapt instruction to meet the needs of all learners in our classroom.
  • We value diversity and inclusivity in all that we do!
 
At Vessels, we love what we do, and it shows!
2022-2023 Academic Calendar

Click here to access next year's school calendar!
Traffic and Safety at Vessels

Please make sure to read the following traffic safety PSA!

1. Slow down and watch for pedestrians. There are kids and families everywhere! 

2. Do not make a u-turn anywhere on any street around the schooler in the lot. This can cause an accident and significantly slows the flow of traffic.

3. Do not leave your vehicle unattended in the loop. Please do not get out of the car for any reason. Once again, it significantly slows the flow of traffic.

4. Pull all the way forward if you are in the loop. If you stop by Carousel Daycare or by the upper-grade classrooms to load your child, it significantly slows traffic flow.

5. Do not allow your child to exit your car from the driver's side in the loop, or on the street. Cars may be passing and students/children could be hurt. Kids should always exit from the passenger's side!

Please be respectful and aware that there are many other families and students around you at all times! If you are in a rush, I suggest leaving earlier each day. We need to keep our kids safe and Vessels accident-free!

The Cypress Police Department will also be in and around the area at drop-off and pick-up throughout the year, so, please slow down and obey all traffic rules.

We appreciate your support!
Vessels Google Calendar

Although you can always view the event calendar found on our website, if you are like me, you like to copy or print for your records. Please see the attached Google Calendar for the entire school year.

Please note: times and dates may change depending on events or happenings, often beyond our control. I will always let you know by email or newsletter if events or times on this calendar change throughout the year!
Bulldogs on the Move!

August 31 - Kona Ice at Vessels @ 2:55 p.m.

September 2 - SOTM Flag Ceremony on Instagram live @ 8:30 a.m.

September 5 - Labor Day (No School)

September 12 - Early Release for Professional Development
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