Bulldog News

Hello Families,

Thank you to all of our families for attending parent conferences. We hope you learned how your child is progressing, their strengths, and areas of growth.

We continue to work on improving our daily attendance, and last month we were 95% as we inch toward our 96% goal. Huge shoutout to Mrs. Bender's first grade class for having the highest attendance during the month of October. Her class received recogntion, ice cream treats and the privilege to house the big bulldog for the month. We are extremely proud!

Next week is Thanksgiving Break - No school! We hope everyone has a relaxing and joyful break as we reflect on all we are thankful for. See you back at school on Monday, November 27th!

Please read below for information and upcoming events,

November 20 - 24 - Thanksgiving Break - No School

December 13 - Monthly Foundation Meeting

December 14 - Winterfest - 4:30 - 7:30 PM

December 20: Last day of school before Winter Break

December 21 - January 9 - Winter Break

January 10: Students Return to School

January 10- March 22- Elementary Magnet Application Window Open

January 10- February 23- Secondary Magnet Window Open

School Calendar for Next Year:

2023-2024 School Year Calendar

Calendario Escolar - Año 2023-2024

Calling for volunteers who want to be a positive influence!

The Dance and Drama conservatories are fundraising through See's candy. Please visit their online store links to support their programs!

Dance See's Store

Drama See's Store

Monday - Friday

8:00 AM - 2:10 PM

*Gates open at 7:30 AM for breakfast. Students may not be dropped off before 7:30 AM for safety since we do not provide supervision before 7:30.

This school year, breakfast will be available to students before school from 7:30-7:50 AM. Second Chance breakfast will no longer be offered during first recess. Students are welcome to bring a snack to the tables during recess time, but they are encouraged to come to school early if they would like a free breakfast from the cafeteria.

Breakfast and lunch is free for all students at Vista Academy. You do not need to fill out an application.

Fruit and salad bar is also available. For more information please visit:

Here is the link to the Mobile Device Coverage Protection Plan. Renewal begins July 1st and ends June 30th each school year.

This Plan is $20 for two incidents and is available at the following link. https://vusd.myschoolcentral.com/

As an FYI: Cracked or damaged screen replacement per incident = $150

Chromebook total damage replacement per incident = $322

Power adapters are not included in the plan

We love our volunteers and cannot wait to welcome you on campus!

In order for volunteers to help in classrooms or outdoor spaces, here are the requirements:

• Must complete the VUSD Volunteer Application
• Review the Code of Conduct (images below)
• Must complete a TB questionnaire. If you have not had a history of TB, then you do the lab test. Please email our school nurse, Brenda VanDerPol, with any questions at brendavanderpol@vistausd.org.

If you are interested in being an Essential Volunteer, please

1. Submit your paperwork to Ms. AnaKaren in the office.
   
2. Reach out to your teacher for volunteer opportunities OR any of our specialty teachers. Must pre-arrange to volunteer. Thank you!

We look forward to welcoming back all of our volunteers. Thank you for your cooperation!

Please bring your ID when coming into the office. An ID is needed to check students out and all visitors must scan their ID to enter school. Thank you for your help.

Click the position below for more information and the district application. We are looking for the following team members:

Instructional Assistant

Instructional Assistant - Behavior Intervention

Noon Duty

Resources for Newcomers and Refugees

Our favorite community and school events are made possible by our Foundation Board and volunteers. Please consider joining this amazing team! No previous experience is needed, we will train you!

If you are interested in being part of our Foundation and have any questions, please reach out to president@vistaacademyfoundation.com

Our outstanding Foundation/PTO is ready to support our students for the 23-24 school year.

There are many ways to support our teachers and students and our Foundation has set up several options for you below.

As a Vista Academy family you are encouraged to register on the Vista Academy Foundation Website. You will have access to all the Foundation/PTO tookit. SIgn up HERE.

To get the most up to date information, ask questions, make comments, and share thoughts with other Vista Academy families, join our “Families of Vista Academy” Facebook group at www.Facebook.com/groups/1692479804104789

• School Parent Compact

• Parent and Family Engagement Policy

The office will be open to assist families from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns. We are here to help in any way we can.

Phone: 760-941-0880

Email:

General Information: anakarengarcia@vistausd.org

Registration/Health/Attendance Concerns:sharonsantiago@vistausd.org

Registration/General Information: rosysimmonds@vistausd.org

Parent Liaison: susanacruz@vistausd.org

Principal: benjiewalker@vistausd.org

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Vista Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identity, or gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. VUSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying.

Email: vistaacademyes@vistausd.org
Website: vapa.vistausd.org
Location: 600 North Santa Fe Avenue, Vista, CA, USA
Phone: 760-941-0880
Twitter: @VistaAVPA