The Bulldog Bark Newsletter
#The Vessels Family
Issue #17 - November 21 - November 25
Vessels Elementary School: A Great Place to Learn and Grow!
Happy Thanksgiving

The Vessels staff and I wish you and your family a restful and happy Thanksgiving holiday! Remember that our first day back is Monday, 11/28.

Also, Monday, 11/28 is an early release day for professional development.TK/K are dismissed at 1:20 p.m. and first through sixth grades are dismissed at 1:25 p.m.
The Vessels Turkey Trot

Thank you for an amazing Turkey Trot! The kids and staff had a blast, and it was nice to see the Vessels community come out to support our school!

Thank you, to all that donated to the Vessels PTA and our kids! Although we did not meet our fundraising goal, there is still time! The link to donate is active until 11/23. if you have friends or family that wish to donate to our programs, please let them know about our amazing school fundraiser!
PBIS at Vessels

"Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based, tiered framework for supporting students' behavioral, academic, social, emotional, and mental health. When implemented with fidelity, PBIS improves social-emotional competence, academic success, and school climate. It is a way to create positive, predictable, equitable, and safe learning environments where everyone thrives." https://www.pbis.org/pbis/what-is-pbis 

We have a robust PBIS program at Vessels that focuses on student well-being and safety, ensuring students feel safe, valued, and ready to learn. We offer a variety of incentives for following the rules and being a great Vessels citizen. We have monthly events for students, PAW awards for outstanding character traits, and a student store that delivers incentives to students that earn points (Bulldog Bucks) in the classroom and on the playground. 

If you would like to donate to our PBIS program, please click the links below!

Thank you for supporting our programs and our school!
 
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PBIS Event at Vessels
Vessels Bulldogs are the Best!
12 Days of Holiday Fun

It's back! Our annual 12 Days of Holiday Fun event to celebrate Christmahanukkzaa is sure to be great this year. 

We have eight dress days and five events to keep our Bulldogs engaged and in the holiday spirit! Please see the attached link 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!

November 21 - 25 - Thanksgiving Break

November 28 - Early Release Day - TK/K Dismissed at 1:20 p.m. & First Through Sixth-Grade at 1:25 p.m.

December 2 - SOTM Flag Ceremony

December 6 - School Site Council #2 @ 3:05 p.m.

December 7 - December 22 - Twelve Days of Christmahanukkzaa

December 22 - PTA Holiday Drive-Through Event - 4:00-5:00 p.m.

December 23 - January 6 - Winter Break
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