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Alice Vail Middle School
December 4, 2023
Dear Falcon Teachers and Staff,
Welcome to December! As we navigate through the festive spirit, we're excited to bring you updates that highlight the exceptional achievements and upcoming events at Alice Vail Middle School.
Boys Volleyball:
A thunderous round of applause for our Boys Volleyball team, currently securing the #1 position in the tournament! The Falcons will be showcasing their prowess on December 16th at Palo Verde, starting at 9:00 AM. Let's rally together to support our team and witness the Falcons in action! GO FALCONS!
Fine Arts Concert Extravaganza:
Prepare to be dazzled by the extraordinary talents of our Falcons at the upcoming Fine Arts Concerts! Our students have poured their creativity and hard work into these performances, making it an unforgettable experience for all. Join us in getting into the holiday spirit and celebrating the incredible skills of our students.
Mark your calendars for the following Fine Arts Concerts:
- December 6th: Band Winter Concert
- December 7th: Orchestra & Guitar Winter Concert
- December 11th: Choir Winter Concert
This is your chance to witness the magic of the season through the eyes of our talented performers.
Professional Development Highlight:
This week's Professional Development is not to be missed! Our exceptional AVID team will be sharing valuable insights and strategies on Wednesday. It's a fantastic opportunity to enhance our teaching practices and support our students even more effectively. Your participation is highly encouraged!
Testing Updates - 2nd Quarter Benchmark:
As we gear up for the 2nd Benchmark, please take note of the following schedule:
- Dec 5: Writing
- Dec 7: ELA
- Dec 8: Math
- Dec 12-16: Makeup sessions in the Library (Mollie & Kit)
Your support in ensuring a smooth testing process is invaluable. Thank you for your commitment to our students' success. As we delve into the last month of the year, let's continue to inspire, collaborate, and celebrate the achievements of our Falcons. Here's to a joyful and productive December!
With Falcon Pride,
Joshua Peebles
Principal
Alice Vail Middle School
Upcoming Events:
December 6th – Band Winter Concert
December 7th – Orchestra & Guitar Winter Concert
December 11th – Choir Winter Concert
December 12th – Donuts with the Principal (Students who purchased in FB Store)
December 14th - Breakfast with the Principal
December 15th – Field Day (Winning House)
December 18th – December 21st – Spirit Week
December 19th – Pizza with the Principal (Students who purchased in FB Store)
December 21st – Favorite Holiday Treat
VILS/ST Math
Research says students using ST Math with fidelity raise state test scores
Set a consistent ST Math Schedule: At least two days/week; target warm-ups, class rotations, homework, and Intervention block time.
- Grades 6+ | Weekly: 60 minutes, 35-60 puzzles
- Additional Resources
- Textbook Correlations
- Winter Break Challenge
- ST Math Impact Studies
- How to turn off the ST Math Journey
- For more information contact Kit Guiffre, Leila Ben Abdallah, Sonia Arvayo, and Alicia Psenicka
PBIS Donations
We are in major need of chips, candy, and juice boxes.
Thank you for all the donations so far. Please continue to donate. We need lots of chips, they really like the hot ones, juice boxes, movie theater candy, mini packages of cookies and always stuffed animals.
Ms. Ryan
Helpful Information:
Our PTSA is dedicated to fostering a strong, supportive, and engaged school community, and your involvement is crucial to our success. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or staff member, your voice and ideas matter, and we value your participation.
Peebles Contact: 520-271-3458 (If you text, please include your name)
Arvayo Contact: 520-603-1940
Alice Vail Middle School
Email: joshua.peebles@tusd1.org
Website: https://vailms.tusd1.org/
Location: 5350 East 16th Street, Tucson, AZ, USA
Phone: 520-584-5400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AliceVailFalconInformer/