
Principal Zeman's Notes
March 22, 2024
Last Week of the Quarter and MCAs
The week we get back from spring break is the last week of the 3rd quarter. Spring break is an outstanding time to get caught up if your student has fallen behind on missing assignments, as well as get caught up on rest. On Tuesday April 9th, we begin our MCA testing. We have been preparing students for these assessments and want every student to put their best foot forward. We have cleared everything else that day in terms of assignments and assessments, their only duty that day is to do their very best on the MCA. It is important that we see what they can do, because the data informs our practices in terms of interventions at VMS as well as at ERHS. More details will come out in the next couple of weeks about preparing students for the day. Have a great spring break!
Swim Unit Volunteers Needed for Mr. Michalak's Class
There are still a few volunteer slots open for the swimming unit (April 1-12) in Mr. Michalak's PE classes. Here is the LINK to see the available timeslots.
Please email Stacey Sheetz stacey.sheetz@isd728.org if you can help or have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!
Students of the Week
Tip/ Article of the Week
I do want to share this district website that has general test taking preparation strategies- https://www.isd728.org/services/research-assessment/mca-test-taking-tips.
Upcoming Events
March 25-29 - No School, Spring Break
April 4 - End of 3rd Quarter
April 5 - No School - Teacher Wksp Day
April 9- MCA Reading Test
April 16- MCA Math Test
April 30- MCA Science (8th grade only)
April 30- 6th grade field trip to the state capitol
"Munch" Madness
The VMS Student Council annual FOOD DRIVE will continue through Friday, April 4th. Donations of cash or non-expired pantry items will be accepted in the Media Center.