CONGRATULATIONS to Aimee Franco, our STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK!
"She is a caring kind person who helps all kids in need. And she never misses a day! So dependable. She will take a challenge and do her very best!"
Thank you for everything you do for us, Mrs. Franco! You're amazing!
CONGRATULATIONS to Braxten Bullock our STUDENT OF THE WEEK! Braxten was nominated by Mrs. Lewis who had this to say,
“Braxten is an extremely hard worker. He is responsible and always prepared for class. Braxten is respectful to everyone and is actively engaged in our classroom. He is a fabulous example to his peers on how to be an Outstanding Kodiak!”
TODAY is School Lunch Hero Day!
This is a wonderful opportunity to honor the hard work and dedication of our School Nutrition professionals. These individuals show up every day to provide nourishing meals to the students of West Ada, and it's important that we recognize their efforts.
THANK YOU, VMS LUNCH HEROES!
Let’s all take part in this special day by showing our appreciation with notes from students, thank-you signs, and simple gestures like telling them “you rock.” These men and woman arrive at 5:00am to ensure that breakfast and lunch are ready for our students to start their day of learning every day. Let’s make sure they know how much we value and appreciate all that they do.
Next week from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., our VMS library will be hosting its annual Book Fair. Our librarian, Mrs. Bollinger, and her assistant, Mrs. Skaggs, welcome you to make purchases for your family or friends and even want you to consider Teacher Appreciation Week gifts. Whomever you're buying books for, the joy of a fun Book Fair is always to be had at VMS. Don't miss it!
Kodiaks-
We are looking for amazing volunteers to help with our track meet on Friday, May 12th over at MVHS. Track meet starts at 4pm and we need a bunch of help. I have attached a sign-up genius for those that are willing to help.
Thanks,
JJ Riley, VMS Athletics Director
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FAFA72BA6F5C52-track
May 10th PTSO Meeting in the Library @ 7pm
Important - Board Elections for Vice President and
Secretary will be held at this meeting.
THINGS TO WATCH FOR
May 22-24 buy a popsicle gram at lunch or buy online. Send a Popsicle to a teacher, friend or yourself along with a cool note! Cool treat and cool note for $1 .
Popsicle grams delivered at lunch on May 30th.
June 1st Food trucks at VMS - - - Kona ice, Peterson Lemonade and Rusty Dog so be sure to bring money for the food trucks and yearbook signing event!
Idaho Gives perhaps to the IDAHO BATTLE OF THE BOOKS? Time is running out! May 1-4; see qr code on picture please or go directly to Idahogives.org
THANKS for your support!
Congratulations VMS students for completing the fourth and final component of the ISAT! 90% of students completed the last portion today. We will return to our normal bell schedule for the remainder of the week. Thursday and Friday we will complete make ups for any students that need to complete the Math PT portion.
VMS Administration
Good morning, Kodiaks and Kodiak Community! Just a friendly reminder we are on a testing schedule today. Hopefully all students come with a charged laptop, pencil, charger, and book after a great night's sleep. Good luck, Kodiaks! You've got this!
CONGRATULATIONS to Owen Hodson who won the documentary category for the Idaho Kiwanis Teen Film Festival this past weekend! He is now $300 richer and all smiles after experiencing what it's like to be a superstar with limo ride and a photo shoot. Ms. Cornell, his filmmaking teacher, always says "it takes guts to compete," and in her opinion "Owen has proven that even when he's under the weather, he will go above and beyond fearlessly with his efforts." We're so proud of you, Owen!
Here is the link to his winning Cybersecurity video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPxGQLHdkKo&list=PLfU0n2eA2qYXZIqtPIJoAGGuU-DP9UhCA&index=5
Our awesome Idaho Battle of the Books program is a part of the Idaho Gives donation drive that is taking place throughout Idaho from May 1-May 4th. Please consider donating via the QR code or the http://Idahogives.org website.
If you have any questions about Battle of the Books teams here at VMS, please email bollinger.melissa@westada.org
THANK YOU for your support!
Tennis:
On Thursday our Tennis teams took on Lake Hazel with our A-teams defending our home court and our B-teams traveling to Lake Hazel. All teams played great and brought home victories! This upcoming week Tennis has a bye on Tuesday, May 2nd and then they take on Heritage on Thursday, May 4th (A-team @ Heritage/B-team @ Home).
Track:
Our track team had a great opening week winning the track meet at Eagle high school. They will be competing this Friday, April 28th at Owyhee High School. Keep up the great work Kodiaks!
Photos for Tennis/Track:
Photos will be on Tuesday, May 2nd after school. Make sure to bring photo packets to the photo shoot.
Go Kodiaks! Mr. JJ Riley, Athletic Director/PE
National Junior Honor Society Applications are due to Ms. Elyse Thorpe May 12th. Need more information? Email Ms. Thorpe at thorpe.elyse@westada.org
All library books are due May 19th!
CONGRATULATIONS to our STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK: Mrs. Jennifer Livesey!
"Jennifer cares so very much. She always does the very best for her students and models kindness and respect for them in every way. She is also a great friend and mentor who I have learned a lot from in my time here. I know many others who feel the same. We are lucky to have your Livesey!"
CONGRATULATIONS to Jack Mathews, VMS student of the Week!
Here is what Mrs. Hylands had to say about Jack:
“Jack is kind, respectful, and encouraging to classmates. He always participates in class discussions and listens well to his peers. Jack has a calm manner that makes those around him feel comfortable. Jack is an awesome student and friend to all!”
The last Panda Order form for of the year is available at this link: https://5il.co/1rwwn
The next Panda Express Lunch will be May 18th. Orders are due with your $7 cash or check to the bookkeeper by May 10th.
This afternoon is our first TRACK meet of the season at Owyhee High School from 4-6:30 p.m. Good luck, Kodiaks!
Our library's bookmark design contest is in full swing! All entries must be in the library by 3:05pm Monday, May 1st!
The theme this year is: "There's More to the Story"
VMS Community - We will resume our normal bell schedule on Thursday, April 27th. Students that did not finish the Math CAT assessment will finish during makeups on Friday and Monday. We will continue with schoolwide testing on Tuesday, May 2nd with the Math PT assessment. Thank you for your continued support!
Bell Schedules can be found here:
https://www.westada.org/o/vms/page/bell-schedule
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