Alice Vail Middle School
December 9, 2024
Falcon Families,
As we eagerly dive into the holiday season, it's our pleasure to keep you informed about the exciting events happening at Alice Vail Middle School. Our school community is abuzz with energy, and we can't wait to share the latest updates with you:
Sports Highlights: GO FALCONS!
- Our Boys Volleyball team continues into the 2nd Round of the playoffs. Catch the action December 9 at 6:15 PM at Cholla HS. Your support means the world to our dedicated athletes.
- Mark your calendars for December 13th at 5:00 at Pueblo HS when our Girls Basketball team takes the court. Let's rally behind them and show our Falcon spirit! Go Falcons!
Fine Arts Showcase:
- December 10 is a special night for our Fine Arts programs. Join us at 6:00 PM to witness the final performance of the semester featuring the incredible talents of our AVMS Choir. It promises to be an evening filled with beautiful melodies and artistic expression.
-The Alice Vail Middle School Band is hosting their winter concert on Wednesday, December 11th, at 6:00 PM in the AVMS Cafeteria. Don't miss this chance to hear our talented Falcons shine!
GO FALCONS! π¦ π΅
Important Reminder: No School on 12/20/2023
- Please note that there will be no school on December 20, 2023. This day has been designated as a teacher grading day, allowing our teachers to ensure that each student's progress is carefully assessed. We appreciate your understanding and support.
As we navigate the holiday season, let's come together as one big Falcon family to celebrate the achievements of our students, athletes, and artists. Your participation and encouragement make a world of difference, contributing to the vibrant and supportive community we have here at AVMS.
With Falcon Pride,
Joshua Peebles
Principal
Alice Vail Middle School
Attendance Percentages for the Week
π’ Weekly Attendance Update
Here are the attendance percentages for this past week:
- 6th Grade: 90.13%
- 7th Grade: 90.4%π
- 8th Grade: 89.96%
Thank you for your continued efforts to improve attendance! Letβs keep striving for success!
GO FALCONS! π¦
Alice Vail MS Student ID Update:
π’ Important Update for Families
Going forward this year, students must bring their school ID with them every day. IDs are required as part of the sign-in process if a student arrives late. If a student does not have their ID, they will need to visit the library to request a replacement.
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and efficient process!
GO FALCONS! π¦
SAVE THE DATE!
Extra Math Resources for our Falcons and Families!
Dear Falcon Families,
We are excited to share some amazing math resources to help our students get some extra practice in a fun and user-friendly way! Whether your child needs to reinforce skills or is looking for a challenge, these options are designed to support their math learning at home.
Math Resources:
- IXL(Recommended Skills/Diagnostic and Games)
- Math with Mr. J (YouTube Channel)
- 99 Math
- Prodigy
These resources are great tools to keep math fun and engaging while reinforcing important skills. We hope they provide some extra support for your students at home!
Go Falcons!
Joshua Peebles
Principal,
Alice Vail Middle School
Verizon Innovative Learning Schools
Thank you to so many families who sent their students to school with a charged iPad during testing week! The iPad is a tremendous tool for these types of assessments, as well as, the day to day innovative lessons using novel apps.
REMINDERS
- All cellphones are in students' backpacks during the school day.
- 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct
- Pick/Up - Drop/Off on Beverly Ave. Thank you for your continued patience and grace. Safety is our number one concern. We continue to look into how we can improve this process.
- Morning arrival is at 8:00 AM
Save the Dates:
12/9 - Boys VB Playoffs, 6:15 @ Cholla HS
12/10 - AVMS Choir Concert
12/11 - Winter Band Concert
12/13 - Girls BB Playoffs @ Pueblo HS 4:30