The Weekly Update

October

October 31st: Pumpkin Showcase/ Spooky Science (families welcome)

November 1st: Spirit Day- Flannel Day

November 1st: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Lion King Jr.

November 3rd: Daylight Savings Ends

November 5th: Last Day of First Quarter / Picture Retake Day

November 7th: No School for Professional Development Day

November 8th: No School for Parent/ Teacher Conferences

November 11th: No School for Veterans Day

November 20th: 3rd-5th Turkey Trot- 10:30am (families welcome)

November 20th: K-2nd Turkey Trot- 2:00pm (families welcome)

November 21st: Last Day for Food Drive House Challenge

November 25th-29th: No School for Thanksgiving Break

Dear VAP Families,

As we embrace the vibrant spirit of October, I want to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful experiences we've had during Red Ribbon Week. It was truly a joy to see our students enthusiastically participate in all the fun events, reinforcing our commitment to making healthy choices together.

A heartfelt thank you to all the families who joined us for our Halloween cookie decorating event last Friday! Your creativity and spirit made the evening special, and we are especially grateful to Miss Dolly for her fantastic coordination of this fun-filled gathering.

Looking ahead, we are thrilled to announce our annual Pumpkin Showcase on Thursday, October 31st! We can’t wait to see all the imaginative creations that our families have crafted. Additionally, our Middle School will be hosting Spooky Science that same day, inviting both students and families to join in on some frightfully fun experiments. For details on the Spooky Science event and the K-2 Halloween Parade schedules, please see the information below.

We'd also like to remind families that Quarter 1 will be closing on November 5th. If you haven’t done so yet, please take a moment to check in with your child and review their grades and any missing assignments on Gradelink.

Lastly, as the temperatures have dropped significantly this week, please ensure your child packs a warm jacket to stay cozy during those chilly mornings.Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. We look forward to celebrating the season together!

Mr. Cleveland- November 3rd

On November 3rd, we celebrate Mr. Cleveland, a proud Van Avery graduate and cherished member of our team! Known for his welcoming spirit and unwavering reliability, he embodies friendship for everyone around him. Here’s to honoring a fantastic colleague who makes our workplace brighter every day!

It's that time of year again! Below are the rules for our pumpkin showcase:

• Submission: All pumpkins must be brought to school before 8:45 a.m. on Thursday, October 31st.
• Pick-Up: All pumpkins must go home on Friday, November 1st.
• Drop-Off Location: Please bring your pumpkins directly to the blue-top area.
• Creativity: All sizes and shapes are welcome! Think outside the box—feel free to carve, paint, use colored markers, cloth, straw, plastic, and more.
• Family Involvement: This is a FAMILY FUN PROJECT! We encourage all family members to get creative and join in on the fun.

Let’s make this pumpkin showcase unforgettable!

Parents are invited on campus to view the pumpkins along with other exciting Spooky Science activities and K-2 Halloween parades. Please find the day's schedule below.

Get ready to cozy up and embrace the fall vibes! This Friday, show your school spirit by wearing your favorite flannel. Whether it’s plaid shirts, scarves, or jackets, let’s celebrate the season in style!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Van Avery's Taekwondo Club, starting this November!

Why Join?

• Physical Fitness: Get stronger and more agile while having fun.
• Self-Discipline: Learn focus and determination.
• Self-Confidence: Build confidence as your child masters new skills.
• Resilience: Discover how to overcome challenges.
• Leadership Skills: Equip your child with tools to inspire others.

Class Schedule:
Join us every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:45 PM to 5 PM, with occasional classes on Fridays.

Tuition Fees:

• $150 per month for the first student
• $130 per month for the second sibling
• $115 per month for the third sibling and each additional sibling

Additional Costs: (More details on this will be included in a welcome packet from the coach.)

• $25 testing fee for certificates and new belts
• A BLACK Taekwondo uniform for $50 (available from the club or Amazon)
• Mouth guard (required) and groin protector for boys (available on Amazon)
• Additional safety gear may be needed for tournaments.

Ready to Register?
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity! Please register for our November classes by November 1st using the link below:

Register Here

Check out Code Ninjas' upcoming fall camp schedules below!

• Sports Smorgasbord (Tuesdays 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
  
• Junior Bakers Class (Wednesdays 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
  
• Chess: The Road to Grandmaster (Mondays 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
  
• American Girl (Mon/Wed 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
  
• Rubik's Cube (Wednesdays 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
• Choir (Thursdays 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
• Garden (Tues/Thurs 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
• K-2 Hand Building Workshop (Tuesdays 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
• 3-5 Ceramic Classes (Wednesdays 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
• 6-8 Ceramic Classes (Fridays 3:45PM- 4:45PM)
• Cookie Decorating Family Event (October 25th- 5:00PM)
• Hooks & Needles (October 8th, 9th, 10th, 28th, 29th, 30th & November 12th, 13th,14th 3:15- 4:30PM)

Interested in attending or have any questions? Please stop by the office or email them at office@vapeagles.com

To view and order photos, visit mylifetouch.com and enter your child’s ID along with the picture day ID: EVTC6WX47.

Picture retakes will be November 5th.

Reminder: Please try to refrain from picking up your child during Homework Club hours, as this time is dedicated to completing homework and catching up on assignments. If you need to pick up your child early, we can make exceptions, but this shouldn't become a regular occurrence.

The office will no longer call students out of Homework Club from the office between 4:15 and 4:30 PM. Please go to the gym to pick up your child during this time.

On Fridays, simply go directly to Gate B for pick-up during homework club hours, as it’s Fun Friday and students will be engaged in various activities throughout the school. However after 4:30 pm, they will be in the gym. Thank you for your understanding!

Please note the following important information regarding tuition payments:

• Late Fee: If your tuition is not paid by the 5th of the month, a non-reversible late $50 fee will be applied on the 6th.
• Payment Plans: If your tuiton balance remains unpaid by the 15th of the month and no prior payment arrangement has been made with the office, your child will not be able to attend school until a payment plan is established or the balance is settled.

If you're experiencing any issues with Alma and have not yet spoken with Miss Cilisa, please contact her via email at cjames@vapeagles.com . Additionally, please keep an eye out in your mailbox for an email from Miss Cilisa with all important Alma-related updates.

We’re excited to announce our new Refer-a-Friend program! If you’re interested in learning more, please visit our office or reach out to Cilisa at cjames@vapeagles.com for more details.

If you’re interested in being a chaperone or coach this year, please complete the attached live scan form.

Buy your yearbook early and save! The early-bird price is $65 until 01/17/25. See info below. All orders must be made online at yearbookordercenter.com.

Our student information system has updated our text messaging capabilities. Please make sure you enable texts from 888 numbers. Also, save the number in your contacts so that you can easily identify the messages. 888-378-1211