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March 18, 2024 Issue 28
Posted by Leann Bakker on 3/18/2024 3:15:00 PM2023-24 Theme Verse: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." Colossians 3:12
Please note: Intercampus bus riders will not be allowed this Friday, 3/22/24. The VCS Transportation Dept. will only have one PM bus in service, so they will be unable to accommodate students who usually ride the bus between campuses. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause your family and appreciate your understanding.All VC Broadway Showcase owned costumes need to be returned. Please return costumes in a bag with the student's name on it and labeled BWSC to any VC school office.The Broadway Showcase video is now available for purchase (presale) and will be sent out once the video is completed. Please visit https://www.vcschools.org/Page/658 for details. You can also pay by going directly to: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/FL8LUWB7S2H38The Broadway Showcase Lost and Found Items are waiting to be found in the high school office. These are items left in the Legacy Chapel from rehearsals and items left at the theater. They will be kept at the high school office until this Friday, 3/22.Mark your calendars! Spring Break is coming up and there will be no school from Monday, March 25 - Monday, April 1. We will return to school on Tuesday, April 2nd. The Business office will be open from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday, March 25th - Thursday, March 28th.Sign up to support the A Night of Movie Music concert on Friday, April 12th, 6:00 – 8:30 PM in the VCHS Gym! This fun night will feature our 5th to 12th-grade bands and orchestras performing songs from some of our favorite movie classics. Sign up HERE to donate food and drinks and/or volunteer the night of the event!VCHS is looking to borrow a motorized, seated 4-wheeled mobility scooter this spring for one of our high school students. If you have one you would be willing to lend us for about a month, please contact Laura Pheifer, LPheifer@vcschools.orgGolf Tournament: VCHS Athletic Booster Club is hosting their annual golf tournament on Friday, April 12th at Strawberry Farms Golf Course. Registration and sponsorship packages are available now at www.charityvalet.com/vcgolf24.SAVE THE DATE! The Mission Alaska Team will be putting on two fundraisers for their June mission trip. On April 19th there will be a Father-Daughter Dance in the Legacy Chapel from 6:00-8:00 PM. On May 3rd there will be a Mother-Son Tailgate Party including lawn games, music, and hot dogs from 4:00-6:00 PM. Location TBD. Please support the team who will lead vacation Bible Schools for children in the Alaskan communities.Are you interested in providing a home to one of our amazing international students? Our HomeStay host application for the 24/25 school year is now available online. Not only do you get to bless one of these students making the brave choice to leave their home and study across the world, but you and your family get to experience their culture through them and be their safe space here in the US. Click here to apply!VCS Employment Opportunities:- Elementary Teacher
- Middle School Science Teacher
- High School Bible Teacher - Part-time
- School Bus Driver Trainee - Part-time
- Substitute Teacher
- Day Care Aide (After School) - Part-time
To see the full job description and apply, please visit www.vcschools.org and click on the Employment Opportunities tab. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org
See's Candies: Thank you to all who ordered See's Candies. Orders will be available for pickup this Thursday, 3/21.Valley Christian Schools will be celebrating Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week - April 8th -12th on all campuses. There will be opportunities for parents to earn service hours while showing appreciation to our staff. A sign-up genius was sent out last week and if parents are interested in helping, please contact brittany.allan12@gmail.comTrike-A-Thon: Friday, 4/5 - Preschoolers will have a fun morning of riding bikes, eating a healthy snack, and learning about different forms of transportation. Each child will need to bring their own bike, trike, or scooter, along with a helmet (labeled with their name). This will be our third fundraiser of the school year, and will be a competition between classes! The class that brings in the most donations will get a special pizza lunch. Each class will have a special time to ride their trikes (listed below)! Families are welcome to join us during their child's riding time to take pictures and encourage their child as they trike around the parking lot. Sign-ups for parent volunteers will be emailed around 3/22.- Mrs. Elionor's class 9:15-9:30 AM
- Ms. Araceli's class: 9:35-9:55 AM
- Ms. Tricia's class: 10:00-10:20 AM
- Ms. Jamie's class: 10:30-10:50 AM
- Ms. Ericka's class: 11:00-11:20 AM
Looking Ahead: Summer 2024: VCPS will be hosting an 8-week summer program - June 3-July 26 (closed June 19, July 4&5). More information and sign ups will go home after Easter break! There is a $30.00 registration fee that will be added to your June tuition payment (tuition rates remain the same as school 23/24 school year). Scheduling options are flexible.
March Memory Verse for Grades K-3: For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast. Ephesians 2:8-9March Memory Verse for Grades 4-6: After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. The angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.’ So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Matthew 28:1-8TK/Kindergarten Orientation for the 2024-2025 school year will be held tonight, Monday, 3/18 at 6:30 PM: This meeting is for parents of students who will start TK or Kindergarten in August 2024. You'll meet the kindergarten teaching team as well as learn about important details, including "A Day in The Life of a Kindergartner" and kindergarten assessment.Please note: Intercampus bus riders will not be allowed this Friday, 3/22/24. The VCS Transportation Dept. will only have one PM bus in service, so they will be unable to accommodate students who usually ride the bus between campuses. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause your family and appreciate your understanding.Jersey/Sports Team Spirit Day, Friday, March 22! Sport your favorite team's jersey or a jersey from your own sports team! Spirit Day is optional. If you do not wish to participate, please be in uniform.No School for Kindergarten Students on 4/5 for both half-day and full-day kindergarten students, while we test next year’s Kindergartners. School will be in session for Mrs. Davis' multiage kindergarten students.Trot for Technology will be held on Wednesday, 4/17, 8:15 - 11:45 AM - Each year we host a jog-a-thon fundraiser to raise money for elementary school technology. Be part of this exciting challenge and help VCES students raise $40,000.00 to fund classroom technology. Parents may help students seek pledges from family members, friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. Donations may be made for a pre-determined dollar amount or per lap with students. Donations may also be made online at www.vcschools.org/givetotrot. Information and pledge envelopes will be sent home with students this week.Please join us for our annual Trot-for-Technology on Wednesday, 4/17! Volunteers are needed! Get your service hours in while supporting your kiddo! Volunteers, please sign up HERE!- 5th/6th 8:30 - 9:00 AM
- TK/K 9:10 - 9:40 AM
- 1st/2nd 10:10 - 10:40 AM
- 3rd/4th 10:55 - 11:25 AM
Class Color Spirit Day Wednesday, 4/17! Show your class spirit at the Trot for Technology by wearing the following colors by grade level: 6th-Black, 5th-Orange, 4th-Yellow, 3rd-Green, 2nd-Blue, 1st-Purple and TK/K-Red. Spirit Day is optional. If you do not wish to participate, please be in uniform.Summer Day Camp - The Story 2024: Register early for Summer Day Camp (Kindergarten- 8th grade). Your kindergarten must be 5 1/2 by June 1, 2024. After May 20th, the registration fee will increase to $75.00. Please use the link to register with www.vcschools.org/daycamp Questions, Contact Daycare Director Rachel Robbins at 562-920-9902 ext. 120 or rrobbins@vcschools.orgThe Broadway Showcase Lost and Found Items are waiting to be found in the high school office. These are items left in the Legacy Chapel from rehearsals and items left at the theater. They will be kept at the high school office until this Friday, 3/22.Teacher and Staff Appreciation is coming up April 8-12! This year's theme: "We CAMP Thank You Enough!" CLICK HERE for ways you can donate and help bless our incredible staff members! Gratefully, the Parents AssociationSign up to support the A Night of Movie Music concert on Friday, April 12th, 6:00 – 8:30 PM in the VCHS Gym! This fun night will feature our 5th to 12th-grade bands and orchestras performing songs from some of our favorite movie classics. Sign up HERE to donate food and drinks and/or volunteer the night of the event!SAVE THE DATE! The Mission Alaska Team will be putting on 2 fundraisers for their June mission trip. On April 19th there will be a Father-Daughter Dance in the Legacy Chapel from 6:00-8:00 PM. On May 3rd there will be a Mother-Son Tailgate Party including lawn games, music, and hot dogs from 4:00-6:00 PM. Location TBD. Please support the team who will lead Vacation Bible Schools for the children in the Alaskan communities.Spring Enrichment Classes: Classes will be held on TUESDAYS - 3:00-4:00 PM, for five weeks, 4/2 - 4/30. Information and registration form can be found here.Skatedogs Skateboarding Class! Come learn to skateboard at Valley Christian Elementary with Skatedogs Mobile Skateboard Park. Students will learn tricks, make friends, play games, and earn prizes. No previous experience required. Open to Kindergarten-6th grade. Classes will be held on Fridays after school 3:20-4:50 PM. A staff member will be on site to monitor students until 3:20. This 7-week class will begin on Friday, 3/22. More information and registration can be found here.Coding Class: Do you want your child to learn how to code? Come check out the beginner courses for newbie coders and experienced coders. Classes will be held on Thursdays from 3:00-4:00, beginning 4/4 for six weeks at VCES. Easy, convenient, and your child will learn a valuable skill set. Limited space! Book today! Registration and information may be found here.Pop Tabs: We are partnering with The Ronald McDonald House to help families in their time of need by collecting Pop Tabs. Students may bring in their pop tabs at any time.LOST AND FOUND - Lost and Found items will be donated to Affordable Treasures on the last day of each month. Please have your child check for any missing items.
Please note: Intercampus bus riders will not be allowed this Friday, 3/22/24. The VCS Transportation Dept. will only have one PM bus in service, so they will be unable to accommodate students who usually ride the bus between campuses. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause your family and appreciate your understanding.You’re invited! The VCMS Science Fair will be held on 3/21 - 4:30 - 6:30 PM in the middle school chapel.April Hot Lunch orders are due Friday, March 22nd.Spring Break is Monday, March 25 - Monday, April 1. School will resume on Tuesday, April 2.The Broadway Showcase Lost and Found Items are waiting to be found in the high school office. These are items left in the Legacy Chapel from rehearsals and items left at the theater. They will be kept at the high school office until this Friday, 3/22.Teacher Appreciation Week is April 8-12. We will be honoring our middle school teachers and staff by providing them with snacks and treats for the whole week! In order to make this an amazing week we need help from our Middle School families. You will find sign-ups for what we need to spoil our teachers in this link:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A094FAAAC23A1FD0-48427305-teacher Donations can be dropped off in the morning, on the assigned day of the item(s) you chose to donate. If you have any questions, please contact Jen Oakes at jenoakes45@gmail.com.Sign up to support the A Night of Movie Music concert on Friday, April 12th, 6:00 – 8:30 PM in the VCHS Gym! This fun night will feature our 5th to 12th-grade bands and orchestras performing songs from some of our favorite movie classics. Sign up HERE to donate food and drinks and/or volunteer the night of the event!
Tonight! Monday, 3/18, 7:00 PM - Scholastic Arts Society Meeting - Verhoeven College and Career Center in the high school office buildingTonight, Monday, 3/18, 7:00 PM - Senior Moms Prayer Night - HS LibraryFriday, 3/22 - Jeans or PJ bottoms (no leggings allowed) fundraiser for Scholastic Arts Society. You can purchase your $5 wristband on Friday morning!Please note: Intercampus bus riders will not be allowed this Friday, 3/22/24. The VCS Transportation Dept. will only have one PM bus in service, so they will be unable to accommodate students who usually ride the bus between campuses. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause your family and appreciate your understanding.Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is coming up April 8-12! This year's theme: "We CAMP Thank You Enough!" If you would like to help us bless our incredible staff, please use the link provided to see how you can donate or serve! Gratefully, The Parents AssociationSenior Parents - important Grad Night information was emailed out on Thursday, 3/14. If you did not receive the email, a copy of it is available at www.vschools.org/hsresources.Scholarships for Seniors - Parents, please remind your students that VC scholarship applications are due on Canvas this Friday, March 22 at 2:45 PM. They can find the scholarship applications on Canvas in the High School Student course.Mark your calendars! Spring Break is coming up and there will be no school Monday, March 25-Monday, April 1. The high school office will be closed during Spring Break, but emails and phone messages will be checked daily.VCHS Travels over Spring Break! Join us in praying for the high school mission team traveling to Zuni, NM and for the Symphony Orchestra as they travel to Italy to tour and perform over Spring Break! The staff members and students on these trips appreciate your prayers for their safety, good health, and God’s blessings on their work.The Broadway Showcase Lost and Found Items are waiting to be found in the high school office. These are items left in the Legacy Chapel from rehearsals and items left at the theater. They will be kept at the high school office until this Friday, 3/22.VCHS PARENTS COFFEE AND CONVERSATION: We invite current VCHS parents to visit the Common Grounds Coffee Shop this Thursday, March 21, 8:30-9:30 AM to share coffee and conversation with other parents and the VCHS Admin Team. The strength of our school community is built on the strong partnership with the home. We'll spend time listening to one another, celebrating the good things that we've experienced this year, as well as identifying some obstacles we've encountered. Due to space constraints, we will limit the morning to 30 parents. Use this FORM to sign up ahead of time so we can plan accordingly and confirm with those attending.Need Student Service Hours? Come hang out with some kiddos on Friday night, March 29th, at Crossroads Church in Long Beach from 7:00-9:00 PM. Dinner is provided, it's just great to have some extra people to play with the kids. Contact Suzette Zarate at kids@crossroadslb.com with questions or to sign up!Sign up to support the A Night of Movie Music concert on Friday, April 12th, 6:00 – 8:30 PM in the VCHS Gym! This fun night will feature our 5th to 12th-grade bands and orchestras performing songs from some of our favorite movie classics. Sign up HERE to donate food and drinks and/or volunteer the night of the event!VCHS is looking to borrow a motorized scooter this spring for one of our high school students. If you have one you would be willing to lend us for about a month, please contact Laura Pheifer, LPheifer@vcschools.org.Counselors News -If you are interested in taking the new digital SAT in the spring of 2024, registration is now open. Please register at this link https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital/digital-testing/dates-deadlinesBack to top
For a schedule of upcoming athletic events at each campus, please refer to the campus-specific athletic calendars online at the athletics website: www.vcathletics.net
Affordable Treasures Thrift Store - Call our store 562-866-0060 or schedule a pick-up on our website affordabletreasuresthrift.org.
Position Open - Director of Finance – Controller - https://www.achome.org/employment The purpose of this position is to lead and develop the Finance Department for the Artesia Christian Home, a nonprofit organization, with a strong missional focus; to care for the seniors served, and to oversee and supervise the quality of accounting and financial reports of the organization, in compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and laws. This role will project, prepare budget, assist in forecasting and planning with the Executive Director, serving as a financial lead within the organization.For more news and announcements, see our News page.To subscribe or unsubscribe from the weekly email distribution, please contact VCNews@vcschools.org. -
March 11, 2024 Issue 27
Posted by Leann Bakker on 3/11/2024 3:15:00 PM2023-24 Theme Verse: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." Colossians 3:12
Please invite your friends and family to Preview Days this week! Come and see all that VCS has to offer your students:- Wednesday, March 13th - 10:00 AM - Elementary Campus.
- Thursday, March 14th - 9:00 AM - Middle School Campus.
- Thursday, March 14th - 10:00 AM High School Campus
Thank you to all who participated in, helped with, and volunteered for Broadway Showcase 2024! Because of you, the show was, once again, a great success this year!All VC Broadway Showcase owned costumes need to be returned by this Friday, 3/15. Please return costumes in a bag with the student's name on it and labeled BWSC to any VC school office.Information regarding Broadway Showcase photos and video will be available on the Broadway Showcase Website once they are ready. Please keep an eye out!The Broadway Showcase Lost and Found Items are waiting to be found in the high school office. These are items left in the Legacy Chapel from rehearsals and items left at the theater. They will be kept at the high school office until Spring Break.Mark your calendars! Spring Break is coming up and there will be no school Monday, March 25-Monday, April 1. The high school office will be closed during Spring Break, but emails and phone messages will be checked daily.Dumont Slope Tenders: We really appreciated all those helpers last month, as we are preparing The Slope for our Earth Day planting in April! Our next work time will be Saturday, 3/16, 2:00-4:00 PM. Please join us! This would be a great opportunity to gain Service Hours, and enjoy outside gardening ! Any questions, please contact Rob Kamstra, 562-484-8546.VCHS is looking to borrow a motorized, seated 4-wheeled mobility scooter this spring for one of our high school students. If you have one you would be willing to lend us for about a month, please contact Laura Pheifer, LPheifer@vcschools.orgSAVE THE DATE for the second annual A Night of Movie Music concert on the evening of Friday, April 12th in the VCHS Gym! This fun night will feature our 5th to 12th-grade school bands and orchestras performing songs from some of our favorite movie classics.Golf Tournament: VCHS Athletic Booster Club is hosting their annual golf tournament on Friday, April 12th at Strawberry Farms Golf Course. Registration and sponsorship packages are available now at www.charityvalet.com/vcgolf24.SAVE THE DATE! The Mission Alaska Team will be putting on two fundraisers for their June mission trip. On April 19th there will be a Father-Daughter Dance in the Legacy Chapel from 6:00-8:00 PM. On May 3rd there will be a Mother-Son Tailgate Party including lawn games, music, and hot dogs from 4:00-6:00 PM. Location TBD. Please support the team who will lead vacation Bible Schools for children in the Alaskan communities.Are you interested in providing a home to one of our amazing international students? Our HomeStay host application for the 24/25 school year is now available online. Not only do you get to bless one of these students making the brave choice to leave their home and study across the world, but you and your family get to experience their culture through them and be their safe space here in the US. Click here to apply!VCS Employment Opportunities:- Elementary Teacher
- Middle School Science Teacher
- School Bus Driver Trainee - Part-time
- Substitute Teacher
- Day Care Aide (After School) - Part-time
To see the full job description and apply, please visit www.vcschools.org and click on the Employment Opportunities tab. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org
Graduation photos for children moving on to TK or Kindergarten will be Wednesday, 3/13. Children who do NOT attend this day may stop by between 9:00-10:00 AM to take their picture. The children can come dressed in their "Sunday best", and will wear a maroon cap with a gold tassel.See's Candies: Order forms went home last week! All proceeds will go towards the purchase of 2 new bikes, shade for the playground, and other outdoor toys. Orders are due no later than 10:00 AM on Friday, 3/15.Easter Celebration: We will be celebrating Easter on Friday, 3/22. Please see your child's teacher for more information.Easter Break: Preschool will be open for Easter break week 3/25-3/28. If you would like your child to attend, you MUST fill out the spring break form. Preschool hours of operation will be 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Sign-up flyers went home last Monday and must be returned by Friday, 3/15 to guarantee a spot.Valley Christian Schools will be celebrating Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week - April 8th -12th on all campuses. There will be opportunities for parents to earn service hours while showing appreciation to our staff. A sign-up genius was sent out last week and if parents are interested in helping, please contact brittany.allan12@gmail.com
March Memory Verse for Grades K-3: For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast. Ephesians 2:8-9March Memory Verse for Grades 4-6: After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. The angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.’ So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Matthew 28:1-86th Grade Families: Your students' class registration forms are due to the middle school office by March 13.Spring Enrichment Classes: Classes will be held on TUESDAYS - 3:00-4:00 PM, for five weeks, 4/2 - 4/30. Information and registration form can be found here.1st and 2nd Grade Musical - Please join us for an evening filled with patriotic music on Tuesday, 3/12 at 7:00 PM! Come ready to learn about the songs that celebrate our nation and how they came to be. It will be held at Bell One Christian Reformed Church, 17603 Ardmore Ave, Bellflower, 90706. If you have any questions, please contact Miss Peppel at npeppel@vcschools.org.The Broadway Showcase Lost and Found Items are waiting to be found in the high school office. These are items left in the Legacy Chapel from rehearsals and items left at the theater. They will be kept at the high school office until Spring Break.TK/Kindergarten Orientation for the 2024-2025 school year will be held on Monday, 3/18 at 6:30 PM: This meeting is for parents of students who will start TK or Kindergarten in August 2024. You'll meet the kindergarten teaching team as well as learn about important details, including "A Day in The Life of a Kindergartener" and kindergarten assessment.SAVE THE DATE! The Mission Alaska Team will be putting on 2 fundraisers for their June mission trip. On April 19th there will be a Father-Daughter Dance in the Legacy Chapel from 6:00-8:00 PM. On May 3rd there will be a Mother-Son Tailgate Party including lawn games, music, and hot dogs from 4:00-6:00 PM. Location TBD. Please support the team who will lead Vacation Bible Schools for the children in the Alaskan communities.5th & 6th Grade Athletics: Girls Flag Football tryouts will be held on March 18th and 19th, 3:00-4:30pm and Boys Volleyball tryouts will be held on March 20th and 21st, 3:00-4:30pm. Tryouts will be held on the elementary school campus. Please be aware that there will only be one team for each sport, so there will be cuts made. If you have any questions, please contact Danette Teays at Dteays@vcschools.orgTeacher and Staff Appreciation is coming up April 8-12! This year's theme: "We CAMP Thank You Enough!" CLICK HERE for ways you can donate and help bless our incredible staff members! Gratefully, the Parents AssociationSAVE THE DATE for the second annual A Night of Movie Music concert on the evening of Friday, April 12th in the VCHS Gym! This fun night will feature our 5th to 12th-grade school bands and orchestras performing songs from some of our favorite movie classics.Skatedogs Skateboarding Class! Come learn to skateboard at Valley Christian Elementary with Skatedogs Mobile Skateboard Park. Students will learn tricks, make friends, play games, and earn prizes. No previous experience required. Open to Kindergarten-6th grade. Classes will be held on Fridays after school 3:20-4:50 PM. A staff member will be on site to monitor students until 3:20. This 7-week class will begin on Friday, 3/22. More information and registration can be found here.3D Printing Program! All Things Science Club is excited to introduce our new 8-week 3D Printing program, a unique hands-on experience for your children to explore the realms of design and science. Each week, students will delve into a different theme, learning about its history and scientific background before bringing their ideas to life with 3D printing pens. Classes will take place on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning the week of 3/13. Sign up today at www.atsclub.org.Webby Dance Company! Valley Christian Elementary After School Jazz & Hip Hop Class for grades TK-3rd. Dancers will work on weekly strengthening exercises, retaining choreography across the floor, and energetic dance combinations. Classes will be held on Mondays from 3:00-3:45 PM, beginning 3/18 for 7 weeks. Registration and more information can be found here.Pop Tabs: We are partnering with The Ronald McDonald House to help families in their time of need by collecting Pop Tabs. Students may bring in their pop tabs at any time.LOST AND FOUND - Lost and Found items will be donated to Affordable Treasures on the last day of each month. Please have your child check for any missing items.
Quarter 4 begins TODAY, March 11.Our next Middle School Preview event is this Thursday, March 14th, at 9:00 AM. Do you have friends or family who are considering VCMS for their students? This will be a great opportunity for them to visit our campus and see all that VCMS has to offer!Save The Date! The VCMS Science Fair will be held on 3/21 from 4:30 - 6:30 PM in the middle school chapel.PARENT SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITY: Science Fair Judges are needed on Wednesday, 3/20, 6:00 - 8:30 PM: We are looking for men and women who work in the field of science to help judge science fair projects. Please contact Morgan McLurg at mmclurg@vcschools.org for more information.SAVE THE DATE for the second annual A Night of Movie Music concert on the evening of Friday, April 12th in the VCHS Gym! This fun night will feature our 5th to 12th-grade school bands and orchestras performing songs from some of our favorite movie classics.The Broadway Showcase Lost and Found Items are waiting to be found in the high school office. These are items left in the Legacy Chapel from rehearsals and items left at the theater. They will be kept at the high school office until Spring Break.8th Grade Parents - Please mark your calendars with these important dates for your students starting VCHS in the fall:- VCHS Check-In Days - Monday OR Tuesday, 8/5/24 or 8/6/24 - you pick a day to come in for school photos, book order pick up, buying VC Swag at the Spirit Store, iPad pick up, and more!
- New Student Orientation Day - Monday, 8/12/2024, 8:15-11:30 AM - Orientation Day for all new high school students
- First Day of School - Tuesday, 8/13/2024 will be the first full day of school for all students
CONGRATULATIONS to the high school Wind Ensemble, directed by Mr. Eric Kooi! They participated in the Mt SAC SCSBOA Band Festival last week and earned superior ratings in both their performance and sight-reading presentations. Great job!The Broadway Showcase Lost and Found Items are waiting to be found in the high school office. These are items left in the Legacy Chapel from rehearsals and items left at the theater. They will be kept at the high school office until Spring Break.Monday, 3/18, 7:00 PM - Senior Moms Prayer Night - HS LibraryVCHS Robotics Raffle - Congrats to Callie Schrock, winner of E.P.I.C. robots Port Hueneme raffle. We will be having another raffle for our competition in Scottsdale, AZ. All you have to do is follow @frc4415 on Instagram, and like our March 15th post. Do this by Sunday, March 17 at 12:00 pm, and you’ll be entered in the raffle! Prize options include In-N-Out gift cards or a free Common Grounds drink. Follow the link on our Instagram to watch live action of the event! Good luck, and Go E.P.I.C. Robotz! Our high school robotics team, EPIC Robotz, will be competing at the Scottsdale regional competition March 15nd and 16rd. To watch the matches and cheer on our team visit https://www.epicrobotz.org/azinfo for viewing links and team news!
SAVE THE DATE for the second annual A Night of Movie Music concert on the evening of Friday, April 12th in the VCHS Gym! This fun night will feature our 5th to 12th-grade school bands and orchestras performing songs from some of our favorite movie classics.
Scholarships for Seniors - Parents, please remind your students that VC scholarship applications are due on Canvas on Friday, March 22 at 2:45 PM. They can find the scholarship applications on Canvas in the High School Student course.VCHS is looking to borrow a motorized scooter this spring for one of our high school students. If you have one you would be willing to lend us for about a month, please contact Laura Pheifer, LPheifer@vcschools.org.Mark your calendars! Spring Break is coming up and there will be no school Monday, March 25-Monday, April 1. School will resume on Tuesday, April 2. The high school office will be closed during Spring Break, but emails and phone messages will be checked daily.Counselors News - On campus visits - Tuesday, 3/12 Cal Baptist UniversityJuniors, if you would like to take the digital SAT at Valley on Wednesday, April 24th at 8:15 AM, please click here to register. The registration deadline is Sunday, March 17 th, at 11:59 PM. The test will finish around 10:45 AM so you will miss your 2nd period class. There are only 30 spots available! Please see your counselor if you have any questionsIf you are interested in taking the new digital SAT in the spring of 2024, registration is now open. Please register at this link https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital/digital-testing/dates-deadlinesBack to top
For a schedule of upcoming athletic events at each campus, please refer to the campus-specific athletic calendars online at the athletics website: www.vcathletics.net
Affordable Treasures Thrift Store - Call our store 562-866-0060 or schedule a pick-up on our website affordabletreasuresthrift.org.
Emmanuel Church has a Preschool Teacher opening. To apply, you must have a love for young children with a minimum of 12 ECE units. Experience preferred but not required. 30+ hours per week. Hours will range from as early as 8:00 AM or as late at 6:00 PM Please contact Karrie Garcia at 562-531-8762 or karrie.garcia@erc.la for information.All singers are invited to join a community choir that will be singing on Easter Sunday, March 31.The choir will be singing at the Easter Sunrise Service at Forest Lawn Mortuary Park in Cypress at 6:00 AM. Rehearsals will start in late February. Please contact Faith Rietveld to get more information and a rehearsal schedule at frietveld@msn.com.Position Open - Director of Finance – Controller - https://www.achome.org/employment The purpose of this position is to lead and develop the Finance Department for the Artesia Christian Home, a nonprofit organization, with a strong missional focus; to care for the seniors served, and to oversee and supervise the quality of accounting and financial reports of the organization, in compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and laws. This role will project, prepare budget, assist in forecasting and planning with the Executive Director, serving as a financial lead within the organization.For more news and announcements, see our News page.To subscribe or unsubscribe from the weekly email distribution, please contact VCNews@vcschools.org. -
March 4, 2024 Issue 26
Posted by Leann Bakker on 3/4/2024 3:15:00 PM2023-24 Theme Verse: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." Colossians 3:12
No School - There will be no school on Friday, 3/8 for Teacher In-Service.Broadway Showcase Tickets went on sale Wednesday, February 21. Visit www.vcschools.org/broadway for more information and a link to purchase.Last chance to purchase Broadway Showcase Grams is tonight at the High School. Don't forget to stop by the Broadway Showcase Grams table when you take your student to dress rehearsal tonight. The pre-sale items were selling fast last Friday, so don't wait. This year we are selling Candy Leis, a 10" Stuffed Dog, a 15" Teddy Bear and three types of beautiful Flower Arrangements. We accept cash, check, credit card and Apple Pay for your purchase. Questions email Tracy Sturm tracysturm@remax.net.For information regarding Broadway Showcase 2024, please visit www.vcschools.org/broadway.Dumont Slope Tenders: We really appreciated all those helpers last month, as we are preparing The Slope for our Earth Day planting in April! Our next work time will be Saturday, 3/16, from 2:00-4:00 PM. Please join us! This would be a great opportunity to gain Service Hours, and enjoy outside gardening ! Any questions, please contact Rob Kamstra, 562-484-8546.VCHS is looking to borrow a motorized scooter this spring for one of our high school students. If you have one you would be willing to lend us for about a month, please contact Laura Pheifer, LPheifer@vcschools.orgGolf Tournament: VCHS Athletic Booster Club is hosting their annual golf tournament on Friday, April 12th at Strawberry Farms Golf Course. Registration and sponsorship packages are available now at www.charityvalet.com/vcgolf24.Are you interested in providing a home to one of our amazing international students? Our HomeStay host application for the 24/25 school year is now available online. Not only do you get to bless one of these students making the brave choice to leave their home and study across the world, but you and your family get to experience their culture through them and be their safe space here in the US. Click here to apply!VCS Employment Opportunities:- Elementary Teacher
- Middle School Science Teacher
- School Bus Driver Trainee - Part-time
- Substitute Teacher
- Day Care Aide (After School) - Part-time
To see the full job description and apply, please visit www.vcschools.org and click on the Employment Opportunities tab. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org
Read Across America - Dr. Seuss Week is filled with dress-up days and lots of fun:- Monday 3/4: Wear your favorite pajamas
- Tuesday3/5: Wear green
- Wednesday 3/6: Wacky Wednesday (Wacky dress up day)
- Thursday 3/7: Thing 1 and Thing 2 (Dress up like Thing 1 and Thing 2
Reminder: We will be closed on Friday, 3/8 for Teachers In-Service Day.Graduation photos for children moving on to TK or Kindergarten will be Wednesday, 3/13. Children who do NOT attend this day may stop by between 9:00-10:00 AM to take their picture. The children can come dressed in their "Sunday best", and will wear a maroon cap with a gold tassel.Easter Break: Preschool will be open for Easter break week 3/25-3/28. If you would like your child to attend, you MUST fill out the spring break form. Preschool hours of operation will be 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Sign-up flyers went home today, 3/4 and must be returned by 3/15 to guarantee a spot.See's Candies: Order forms went home last week! All proceeds will go towards the purchase of 2 new bikes, shade for the playground, and other outdoor toys. Orders are due no later than 10:00 AM on Friday 3/15.
March Memory Verse for Grades K-3: For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. Ephesians 2:8-9March Memory Verse for Grades 4-6: After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. The angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.’ So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Matthew 28:1-8Congratulations to all the students who participated in the Fine Arts Festival last week. Great job! Thank you to all the music teachers, BOPA, and volunteers for making this day a great experience for our students.1st and 2nd Grade Musical - Please join us for an evening filled with patriotic music on Tuesday, 3/12 at 7:00 PM! Come ready to learn about the songs that celebrate our nation and how they came to be. It will be held at Bell One Christian Reformed Church, 17603 Ardmore Ave, Bellflower, 90706. If you have any questions, please contact Miss Peppel at npeppel@vcschools.org.5th/6th Grade Girls Flag Football coach is needed. This is a paid position. Please contact Danette Teays at dteays@vcschools.orgTeacher and Staff Appreciation is coming up April 8-12! This year's theme: "We CAMP Thank You Enough!" CLICK HERE for ways you can donate and help bless our incredible staff members! Gratefully, the Parents Association3D Printing Program! All Things Science Club is excited to introduce our new 8-week 3D Printing program, a unique hands-on experience for your children to explore the realms of design and science. Each week, students will delve into a different theme, learning about its history and scientific background before bringing their ideas to life with 3D printing pens. Classes will take place on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning the week of March 13. Sign up today at www.atsclub.org.Webby Dance Company! Valley Christian After School Jazz & Hip Hop Class for grades TK-3rd. Classes will be held on Tuesdays, 3:00-3:45 PM, beginning 1/23 for 9 weeks. Registration and more information can be found here.Pop Tabs: We are partnering with The Ronald McDonald House to help families in their time of need by collecting Pop Tabs. Students may bring in their pop tabs at any time.Discover the World of Lego Robotics! Each week, budding engineers will assemble and code their own Lego robots, navigating them through a series of thrilling challenges. A Valley Christian after-school science club for grades K-5th. Classes will be on Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning January 16 & 17 - 3:00-4:00 PM. Information and registration can be found here.LOST AND FOUND - Lost and Found items will be donated to Affordable Treasures on the last day of each month. Please have your child check for any missing items.
There will be no school for students this Friday, March 8 for a Teacher In-service Day.Friday, March 8 marks the end of Quarter 3.Save The Date! The VCMS Science Fair will be held on 3/21.PARENT SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITY: Science Fair Judges are needed on Wednesday, 3/20, 6:00 - 8:30 PM: We are looking for men and women who work in the field of science to help judge science fair projects. Please contact Morgan McLurg at mmclurg@vcschools.org for more information.8th Grade Parents - Please mark your calendars with these important dates for your students starting VCHS in the fall:- VCHS Check-In Days - Monday OR Tuesday, 8/5/24 or 8/6/24 - you pick a day to come in for school photos, book order pick up, buying VC Swag at the Spirit Store, iPad pick up, and more!
- New Student Orientation Day - Monday, 8/12/2024, 8:15-11:30 AM - Orientation Day for all new high school students
- First Day of School - Tuesday, 8/13/2024 will be the first full day of school for all students
No School - There will be no school on Friday, 3/8 for Teacher In-Service.VCHS is looking to borrow a motorized scooter this spring for one of our high school students. If you have one you would be willing to lend us for about a month, please contact Laura Pheifer, LPheifer@vcschools.org.Scholarships for Seniors - Parents, please remind your students that VC scholarship applications are due on Canvas on Friday, March 22 at 2:45 PM. They can find the scholarship applications on Canvas in the High School Student course.Counselors News - On campus visits:- Tuesday, 3/5 Young Americans of the Performing Arts
- Tuesday, 3/12 Cal Baptist University
Senior Parents: The US Department of Education (FAFSA) announced that processing 24-25 FAFSAs will be delayed until the “first half of March”. This means:- No colleges will receive any FAFSAs until mid-March (so no financial aid letters until after that date).
- Families will not be able to make corrections/changes to already submitted FAFSAs until mid-March.
- Families will not be notified of errors or additional information needed for their FAFSAs until mid-March.
If you are interested in taking the new digital SAT in the spring of 2024, registration is now open. Please register at this link https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital/digital-testing/dates-deadlinesBack to top
For a schedule of upcoming athletic events at each campus, please refer to the campus-specific athletic calendars online at the athletics website: www.vcathletics.net
Affordable Treasures Thrift Store - Call our store 562-866-0060 or schedule a pick-up on our website affordabletreasuresthrift.org.
Emmanuel Church has a Preschool Teacher opening. To apply, you must have a love for young children with a minimum of 12 ECE units. Experience preferred but not required. 30+ hours per week. Hours will range from as early as 8:00 AM or as late at 6:00 PM Please contact Karrie Garcia at 562-531-8762 or karrie.garcia@erc.la for information.All singers are invited to join a community choir that will be singing on Easter Sunday, March 31.The choir will be singing at the Easter Sunrise Service at Forest Lawn Mortuary Park in Cypress at 6:00 AM. Rehearsals will start in late February. Please contact Faith Rietveld to get more information and a rehearsal schedule at frietveld@msn.com.For more news and announcements, see our News page.To subscribe or unsubscribe from the weekly email distribution, please contact VCNews@vcschools.org.
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