Alice Vail Middle School

Alice Vail School Open House: August 14, 5:00 -7:00 PM - Join Us for an Exciting Evening!

Dear Falcon Families,

It has been an amazing first week back to school at Alice Vail! Our Falcons are already building new relationships with their teachers and friends, and they’re getting to know all about our wonderful school. The energy and enthusiasm in our halls have been incredible!

Go Falcons!

Our boys' basketball, girls' volleyball, and cross-country teams have kicked off their seasons with some fantastic practices. The dedication and spirit our students are showing on and off the court are truly inspiring. Let’s keep that Falcon pride going strong!

Save the Dates:

- August 14: AVMS Open House 5 – 7 PM

- Food trucks will be available by the cafeteria.

- 5:00 PM: All teachers and AVMS families meet in the cafeteria.

- 5:10 PM: Title 1 Presentation with Mr. Peebles.

- 5:30-7:00 PM: Students will follow their schedules to visit their classrooms.

- August 21: District PD Day – No School for Students

- August 22: 5:30-6:30 PM PTSA Meeting

- Join us in person in the cafeteria or via Zoom.

- September 2: Labor Day – No School

- September 18 - 20: Parent-Teacher Conferences

We’re off to a fantastic start this year, and we look forward to all the great things to come. Thank you for your continued support in making Alice Vail Middle School a wonderful place to learn and grow.

With Falcon Pride,

Joshua Peebles

Principal

Alice Vail Middle School

TUSD’s FREE Tutoring Sessions: Please inform students and families about the FREE dynamic Smart Tutoring Program that is designed to prepare students for lifelong success through TUSD’s Family Resource Centers. Personalized tutoring sessions with experienced educators that work closely with each student. REGISTER YOUR STUDENT HERE.

We are very happy to equip our students with the latest technology tools. Families can help set students up with healthy, and safe digital practices. We ask that you manage student iPads at home with limited screen time and your approved content. Please give students frequent reminders that the iPads are for educational purposes. See you at OPEN HOUSE, August 14 from 5-7:00 PM.

Internet Safety

• All cellphones are in students backpacks during the school day.
• 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct
• https://www.tusd1.org/code-of-conduct
  
• Pick/Up - Drop/Off on Beverly Ave. Thank you for your continued patience and grace. Safety is our number one concern.
• Morning arrival is at 8:00 AM
• Bring your water bottles each day, it's HOT out there!

August 14: AVMS Open House 5 – 7 PM

August 21: District PD Day – No School for students

August 22: PTSA Meeting 5:30-6:30 in the AVMS Cafeteria or Zoom

September 2: Labor Day – No School

September 18-20 – Parent Teacher Conferences

Looking ahead-

8/14 4:30-5:30 - Meet PTSA volunteers in the Alice Vail lobby before teacher rotations start. (We're parents too so we'll be manning the booth before and after the teacher rotations.) Come say hi and tell us where you're able to help this year.

8/20 4-8pm - Falcons Dine Out! at Chipotle on Broadway. Say you're there for the Alice Vail fundraiser and 25% of your bill goes to the PTSA. You'll be seeing more about this on our socials and if you're signed up for the PTSA emails.

8/22 5:30-6:30pm - PTSA Kick-Off in the AVMS Cafeteria. Parents, students, siblings, family are all welcome to give input in shaping the PTSA's goals for the year. We also need to fill the Treasurer and VP spots and introducing the concept of a VP of each grade. (Want more family engagement in your grade? Wish there were dances and social events for our kids? Want your 8th grader to have an awesome party to graduate? This is how we do that!)

Sign up for the newsletter and texts at www.alicevailptsa.org

Email: joshua.peebles@tusd1.org
Website: https://vailms.tusd1.org/
Location: 5350 East 16th Street, Tucson, AZ, USA
Phone: 520-584-5400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AliceVailFalconInformer/