The Bulldog Bark Newsletter
Onward and Upward!
Issue #17 : December 6 - December 10
Flipgrid Challenge, Kahoot Trivia Night, and Fun, Oh My!

Be on the lookout for our holiday Flipgrid Challenge and annual dress days happening next week, December 13 - December 17. It is sure to be a lot of fun!

Also, join us for our annual Holiday Kahoot Trivia Night happening this Friday, December 10, at 6:00 p.m. The topic is Random Holiday Facts, and prizes will go to the top three scoring families. Click here at 6:00 p.m. to join in on the fun!

All Vessels families are welcome, but remember to enter your last name as you register and, please, only one device per family!
Amazon Smile

Help Vessels students this holiday season by signing up for Amazon Smile. If you select us as your school of choice, a percentage of all purchase proceeds go to the Vessels PTA. Thank you for helping our students! Click here to find out more!
Attendance Matters

Attendance matters at Vessels! Please have your child at Vessels every day before the bell rings at 8:20 a.m. Every time they miss, it is a lost opportunity to progress toward proficiency and mastery of subject area content.

Please note that attendance letters are sent to families with multiple absences or tardies for the year. These letters are generated to keep you in the loop, as we know absences can add up quickly.

Remember always to call your child's absence(s) using (714) 220-6990 or contact [email protected].

Thank you for making Vessels a great place to learn and grow!
We Need You to Join the Vessels PTA

The Vessels PTA is instrumental in providing our students and teachers with the extras that make our school special. Please click the link to support our school!

Please help us reach our goal of 400 memberships this school year. Thank you for your continued support of our amazing PTA!
School Site Council

Join us for the second School Site Council meeting of the school year this Tuesday, December 7, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Learn more about our school, our programs, and how you can help continue to make Vessels the best place for our kids to learn and grow!. Click the link to join us!
Math Resources

Have extra time? Have your child engage in math games and activities. Click the links in gold!

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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!
Health Reminders

We encourage families to follow health and safety practices in accordance with the California Department of Public Health and the Orange County Health Care Agency:

  • If your child has symptoms related to COVID-19, please make sure they stay home and get tested if necessary. 
  • Please keep them home from school if they exhibit the following symptoms: fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea.
  • If a member of your household tests positive for COVID-19 or is awaiting test results, please do not send your child to school and notify the Vessels front office. 
  • Limit close contact with people who are sick, and avoid sharing food, drinks, or utensils.

Thank you for helping us keep Vessels safe!
Vessels Bulldogs are the Best!

December 7 - School Site Council #2 @ 3:00 p.m.

December 10 - Holiday Kahoot Trivia Night via Zoom!

December 13 - 17 - Holiday Flip Grid Challenge and Spirit Week

December 20 - 31 - Holiday Break (no school)
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“Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” — John Lennon