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Phoenix Family News
November 10, 2023
Important Dates Ahead...
November 14: PTA Cafe Zupas Night, 4-9 pm
November 21: End of First Trimester
November 22: No School - Teacher Workshop
November 23-24: No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
Calendar and Schedule Updates
The latest calendar updates are available at sowashco.org/calendar.
Veteran's Day Ceremony
Parking Lot Etiquette
VCES Staff Openings
- Paraprofessional starting pay is $19.63/hour
- Highly Qualified pay is an additional $0.50/hour
- PT employees receive 1 hour for every 20 hours worked
- When students have are not in school, paraprofessionals have most of those days off as well.
If you are interested, please APPLY TODAY or contact Joy Peterson at jpeters4@sowashco.org or 651-425-7523.
SoWashCo Schools Vaccination Clinic
FREE Vaccination Clinic
Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023
4-6:30 p.m.
Park High School
SoWashCo Schools is partnering with Washington County Public Health and Homeland Health Specialists to provide FREE childhood vaccines to children 18 years old and younger. To make an appointment please visit, https://bit.ly/3u1Ct9t. Walk-ins are also welcome.
SoWashCo Schools Hiring Event
Join us on December 6th for a hiring event with the South Washington County Schools!
Are you a college student looking for flexible work while taking classes? Or a recent graduate who hasn't found a job in your field yet? Are you an Education Major looking to get a foot in the door with schools?
Or are you an active substitute with Teachers On Call and know someone interested in rewarding work with students? Have them attend this event to learn more about how to get started! Teachers on Call employees can get $100 for referrals. There is no limit to the number of referrals you can make or the money you can earn!
We are hiring for long-term, full-time building talent roles and on-call substitute roles! Come visit us at the event:
Event Details:
Date: December 6th, 2023
Time:12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: South Washington County District Service Center – 7362 E Point Douglas Rd E, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Don't miss this opportunity to explore potential career paths in education and make a positive impact in your community!
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Information from Previous Newsletters
MAP Test Score Reports
Art to Remember
VCES Celebrations
Valley Crossing Elementary is committed to celebrating the following this coming school year:
Fun Run Week - October 9-13
Unity Day - October 17 - wear orange
Veteran’s Day - November 10
10 Days of Giving - December 1-14
Winter Sing-a-long - Dec 21
Half-Way Celebration and Student Council Spirit Week - January 22-26
Friendship Day - February 15 (note: no Valentines please. Students will be making cards at school. More information to come!)
100th Day - February 21
I Love to Read Month - Book Character Day on February 29
Earth Day - April 22
Fragrance Free Zone
What is fragrance sensitivity?
Fragrance sensitivity may be an actual allergy or a simple irritation. Once a person has developed fragrance irritation it is likely that the sensitivity will grow over time and with repeated exposure.
What are the symptoms?
Fragrances can enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, or absorption. Reaction may include, but are not limited to: hives, nausea, dizziness, headache, trouble concentrating, itchy skin, eyes or nose; rash, runny nose, coughing, difficulty breathing, asthma-like symptoms, and strange tastes in the mouth.
What can visitors do?
Discontinuing the use of fragranced products can greatly assist in maintaining good indoor air quality. Above all else, be courteous to surrounding staff and students.
Thank you for helping us keep our school safe for all!
Colder Weather is Back!
Students will play outdoors for recess when weather permits. Students must wear appropriate clothing for the weather. During the winter months, this includes snow pants, boots, hats and mittens. Students are expected to follow the playground rules. Students who choose not to follow the rules will have a logical consequence which may include a time out on the playground (on the bench) or loss of recess time.
Indoor recess will be held when the actual temperature is at zero degrees or below, or the wind-chill is -10 degrees or below. It is best to assume that students will participate in outdoor recess, and to dress them accordingly.
School Hours
8:00 am - School office opens
9:00 am - School opens to students
9:15 am - School day begins
3:45 pm - School day ends
4:00 pm - School office closes
NOTE: The earliest students can arrive at school in the morning is 9:00 am. All students must be picked up at 3:45 pm if not riding the bus home.
VCES Contact Information
Connha Classon, Principal: cclasson@sowashco.org / 651.425.7503
Joy Peterson, Assistant Principal: jpeters4@sowashco.org / 651.425.7523
Merita LaPlante, Office Coordinator: mlaplant@sowashco.org / 651.425.7501
Jen Gackstetter, Office Assistant: jgackste@sowashco.org / 651.425.7507
Faith Schulze, School Social Worker: fschulze@sowashco.org / 651.425.7699
Ashley Boatman, School Psychologist: aboatman1@sowashco.org / 651.425.7661
School Website: https://vces.sowashco.org/
District Website: www.sowashco.org
VCES Office: 651-425-7500
VCES Attendance Line: 651-425-7506
VCES Health Office: 651-425-7502
VCES Fax Number: 651-425-7515
District 833 Student Information: 651-425-6218
District 833 Transportation: 651-425-5303
Valley Crossing Elementary
Email: cclasson@sowashco.org
Website: vces.sowashco.org
Location: 9900 Park Crossing, Woodbury, MN, USA
Phone: 651.425.7500