Congratulations to our STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK, Kersten Thomas! Kersten creates a "happiness bubble" around her wherever she goes. She's very approachable, so students always feel safe and want to stop and visit with her in the hallway. She's learning and practicing the names of the 6th grade students and making an effort to be someone they can connect with. No matter who one hears her speaking to, she exudes respect and positivity in the way she communicates. We're so glad she's at VMS!
Congratulations to our STUDENT OF THE WEEK, Ben Sallas! Ben is always paying attention, listening and doing his best in the classroom. When I see him in the hallways, he is also following the Kodiak way by walking on the right side of the hall and waiting patiently for his locker area to clear out so he can use his. Thanks Ben for being so responsible, respectful, safe, and kind!
Hip Hip Hooray, DEFEND THE DEN!
January 20th - VMS Gym - Tickets on sale December 13th and 14th
(@ Lunches or Online)
Click this link to buy tickets via our PTSO School Store: https://store11508454.ecwid.com/
Tonight and tomorrow night our VMS Wrestlers will be competing for the DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIPS! The game will be at Rocky Mountain High tonight starting at 5 p.m. For more information contact JJ Riley, our Athletics Director.
School of Choice Applications are now available for the 2023-2024 school year. Please review the information carefully as there are strict deadlines with School of Choice applications for students who intend to return to their current school of choice and for those interested in an in-district or out-of-district transfer to a school of choice.
For more information on Schools of Choice, please visit: https://www.westada.org/page/enrollment-schools-of-choice
For the in-district/out-of-district application, please visit: https://survey.k12insight.com/survey1.aspx...
Get ready for next week's Girls Basketball District Championships VMS is hosting on Tuesday, December 13th and Wednesday December 14th
When:
Tuesday, December 13th
3:40-4:40 (Game 1)-2 helpers needed
4:40-5:40 (Game 2)-2 helpers needed
Wednesday, December 14th:
4:40-5:40 (only 1 game)- 2 helpers needed
Contact our Athletics Director JJ Riley if you'd like to volunteer to help! Thanks in advance for supporting our BASKETBALL players!
Interested in knowing what Reality Town is about? Ask one of our 8th graders who participated in it this year or any of our fantastic volunteers who helped our counselor Mrs. Currin make an exciting "real adult living" morning for students.
More 8th Grade pictures of students engaged in Reality Town activities 12/6/22 at VMS.
A huge "THANK YOU" SHOUT OUT to all volunteers and staff members who helped our amazing counselor Lisa Currin facilitate a super successful Reality Town Career /Life simulation with our VMS 8th graders!
Wonderful pictures courtesy of VMS yearbook advisor Mr. Willoughby.
Kodiaks – A quick positive shout out to end the day! Our very own, Leah Westfall has earned the honor of being West Ada’s Employee of the Month. We appreciate all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes, a lot of which Leah is responsible for, that keeps VMS running smoothly. Leah is such a big part of the VMS community and we are grateful for her each day!
Our fabulous NJHS are helping the Marines through Dec. 15th collect Toys for Tots through students' advisory classes. Please consider donating. Thank you in advance!
https://www.toysfortots.org/images/media/Toys-For-Tots-Guard-Duty.mp4
https://www.toysfortots.org/images/media/toys-for-tots-addventures-1.mp4
Victory PTSO Online Store is ready for your purchases! Get your Christmas Spirit Wear Gifts and local sales will be delivered right to your door in time for the holiday!!!
Click HERE: https://store11508454.ecwid.com/
While you're at it, don't forget to give your child money for Panda Express pre-order puchase. Don't miss the deadline!
Don't miss out on the next PTSO meeting and Panda Express!
Next PTSO meeting December 12th @ 7pm in VMS Library
December Panda Express $ is due Dec. 6th by 3:05pm -
and will be delivered on Dec. 15th at Lunch!
8th Grade Girls Basketball:
On Wednesday, November 30th our A team took down Star and our B team lost a hard-fought game on the road. Their next home game will be on Monday, December 5th when both teams take on Meridian. Then on Wednesday, December 7th they will travel to Lake Hazel for their last regular season competition. Districts will start on December 12th; location of game is dependent on our seed. Then we will be hosting the next two rounds here at Victory on December 13th and 14th. Currently our A team sits at 5-3 on the season and our B team is at 2-6, we are excited to see how the season finishes for both squads. Come on out and support our Lady Kodiaks!
Wrestling:
Our wrestlers had two duals this past week. On Wednesday, November 30th our wrestlers battled hard vs. Star dropping a hard-fought decision. Then on Thursday, December 1st we took on Lake Hazel where we came up a little short again, but the team is showing great improvements! Our last dual will be next week Monday, December 5th at Meridian. Districts will be on December 9th&10th at Rocky Mountain High School. Good luck Kodiaks!
Raffle:
Great Christmas Gift Idea - Get your raffle tickets for a great chance to win some amazing prizes and to help all our extracurricular activities and teams.
Thank you for supporting the Kodiaks!
Go Kodiaks! written by JJ Riley, Athletic Director/PE
"Angela Ashton lights up Victory with her positive energy and creativity! She is very talented and can handle any situation with confidence and of course, her awesome giggle!" Congratulations, Angela, on being STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK!
Kylee Bishop is our STUDENT OF THE WEEK, nominated by Mrs. Hallenberger. Kylee is Positive, kind, prepared, focused and an excellent student! She has gone above and beyond in FCS class this quarter!
Eleanor Maschger is our Thanksgiving STUDENT OF THE WEEK, nominated by Mrs. Updike. Eleanor (EJ) is focused and productive in class. She is always willing to explain a challenging concept to peers and values learning over getting everything right. She follows the Kodiak Way, always being respectful to peers and staff members, being responsible about her work, and being kind to others. She is extremely creative -- a quality she puts to work in the classroom and in her work with the Future City Club.
VMS Snow Club:
Registration must be in by December 2nd to take part in the first race of the year. Use the link below to register. Bring the $15 Club Fee to Mrs. Hatley.
Students who join have access to discounted lift tickets and rental packages on Race Days. There are six races that run Saturdays, Jan. 14th through Feb. 18th.
Parents may register their student at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPSQUMsXJk72M_AODFhoYfexVSuLE6KQ7h0BjvjWn0UQB4tA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0
Contact Katie Hatley with questions.
Sources of Strength peer leaders are hosting a socks and supplies donation drive to benefit the Boise Rescue Mission and City of Lights Women's Shelter. It will begin Monday and run through Friday Dec. 16th. Students who bring donations will receive a raffle ticket for a Dutch Bros. gift card drawing. We did this in December 2020 and were able to fill two barrels! Let's try to get three barrels this year!
Want to purchase a gift for yourself or a friend/family member from the VMS BOOK FAIR and don't know what to get? No worries! You have until 4 p.m. this Friday to ask our wonderful librarian, Mrs. Bollinger, for advice and make your final BOOK FAIR purchases.
