Principal Zeman's Notes
October 13th, 2023
Conferences
It was wonderful to see many of you at conferences last night. We're looking forward to connecting with more of you during conferences next week. Please mark your calendars for the following conference dates and times:
Tuesday, October 17: 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Wednesday, October 18: 8:00 - 11:30 am and 12:30 - 3:00 pm
Our dedicated teachers are eager to meet and work with you to ensure a great middle school experience for all of our students.
Picture Retakes
Monday, October 16 during lunches
Students of the Week
Drop Off/ Pick Up Procedure
To streamline traffic flow and reduce wait times for student drop off and pick up, please enter the VMS parking lot from School Street. Please do NOT enter from Proctor Avenue. There are a couple reasons for this.
If you enter from Proctor Avenue, you'll have to navigate through oncoming traffic which causes congestion.
Specialized transportation vehicles enter from Proctor Avenue, and they need to enter and exit the parking lot quickly.
Click HERE to view a map of the VMS parking lot. We greatly appreciate your patience and ask that you drive slowly through our lots to ensure everyone’s safety.
School Wide Incentive Day
October 27 during 5th and 6th hours
We will reward students who have no missing assignments. Students with missing assignments will use this time to catch up. Our goal is to have all students complete their assignments, so they can join in the fun. You can help by encouraging your student to turn in his/her assignments. If you're interested in volunteering for Incentive Day, please email our Parent Liaison, Sarah Holmgren, at sarah.holmgren@isd728.org.
Fall Activity Night
Friday, October 27 from 3:00-5:00 pm
Our Student Council is hosting an exciting Activity Night with numerous events. Tickets are $5 and will be sold starting Monday, October 23. If you'd like to volunteer for Activity Night, please email our Parent Liaison, Sarah Holmgren, at sarah.holmgren@isd728.org.
Tri-Elk-a-Thon
We are excited to invite you to be a part of something extraordinary—a fantastic triathlon event that will not only bring our school community closer together but also showcase the incredible spirit and determination of our students. Your involvement in making this event a reality is invaluable, and we hope you will join us on this exciting journey.
Why a Triathlon?
A triathlon is an excellent opportunity to celebrate health, fitness and community engagement. It provides our students with a chance to challenge themselves, develop lifelong fitness habits and strengthen their resilience. More importantly, it opens our school doors to the wider community, fostering connections and building a bridge between generations.
How Can You Help?
We need passionate and dedicated parents to form a committee that will bring this vision to life. Your involvement can take various forms, such as planning, logistics, fundraising, promotion and coordination. Whether you have experience in event management, marketing, fundraising or simply a passion for community involvement, your contribution is invaluable.
Benefits of Volunteering
Impact: Your efforts will directly impact the lives of our students, inspiring them to embrace a healthier lifestyle and teaching them the importance of goal-setting and perseverance.
Community Building: Joining this committee will connect you with other like-minded parents who share your enthusiasm for creating memorable experiences for our children.
Skills Enhancement: This is an opportunity to enhance or utilize your skills, whether in event planning, marketing or project management.
Legacy: Your involvement will leave a lasting legacy at VandenBerge Middle School, remembered by generations to come.
Interested in Joining the Tri-Elk-a-Thon Committee?
If you are eager to be a part of this exciting journey to help make the VMS Tri-Elk-a-Thon a reality, please reach out to our principal, Mike Zeman, at michael.zeman@isd728.org or (763) 241-3443 to let him know your areas of interest and how you can contribute. We welcome all skill levels and backgrounds. Your enthusiasm is what matters most.
We look forward to seeing this incredible event become a reality with your help. Together we can create a memorable and inspiring experience for our students and community. Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a positive impact.
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Important Dates
October 16 - Picture Retake Day (during lunches)
October 17, 4:00-7:00 - Conferences
October 18, 8:00-11:30 am and 12:30-3:00 pm - Conferences (No School)
October 19 & 20 - No School, Teacher Convention
October 23, 7:00 - Honor Society Induction Night
October 24, 7:00 - 8th Grade Choir Fest @ ERHS Zabee Theater
October 25 - 8th Grade AVID to Minnesota State University Mankato
October 27, 5th and 6th Hour - School Wide Incentive Day
October 27, 3:00-5:00 - Fall Activity Night
October 27, 7:00 - 8th Grade Halloween Band Concert @ ERHS Zabee Theater
November 6, 4:30 - Choir Students to Minnesota Timberwolves Game
November 10, 2:05 - 8th Grade Veterans Day Program
November 10 - Last Day of 1st Quarter