Vinewood Weekly Bulletin 10-30-23

Happy Teacher and Support Staff Appreciation Week! Vinewood's outstanding educators and support staff display unwavering dedication, tireless efforts, and boundless passion. Thank you for your commitment to providing a nurturing and enriching educational experience for our 550+ Vinewood Mustangs. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and our community is incredibly fortunate to have such amazing talents shaping the future leaders of tomorrow. Here's to celebrating you and all that you do to make Vinewood the best school possible!

Thanks to our generous sponsors every student will be receiving a jog a thon t-shirt this year! Shirt sizes were already collected. Please check out all the sponsors on the back of the shirt, and support them!

We’re excited to streamline out annual jogathon fundraiser by going online with 99Pledges. You will now be able to reach out to friends and family by email, Facebook, and Twitter, instead of going door-to-door, tracking commitments and handling checks.

To add your child as a participant, please follow these 3 easy steps:

1. Go to the link: www.99pledges.com/fund/vinewoodjoggers/addme

2. Enter your child’s name, enter your email, and select their group.

3. Click “Add” this will take you to your newly created pledge page!

All you have to do is make a donation for whatever amount you can, and share your child’s pledge page link with friends and family. We are shooting for 100% participation, so no amount is too small!

Every dollar counts so please get as many donations as you can!

Prize Level

Earn $40.00 - Entered into drawing for school Swag! LOTS of prizes!

Earn $50.00 - Cool Socks (colors vary)

Earn $75.00 - Vinewood Hat

Earn $100 or More - Silly String the principal, Mr. Koh

Two Top Earning Class - Pizza Party

Prizes will be handed out after the jogathon (not that day).

Sierra Tango

Percepta Group LLC

Cantrell Networks

California Al's Restaurant

Macotera Ag Group

Hi Def Plumbing

Tia Linda's Margarita

Teresi Trucking LLC

Better with Butter

Pressley Vineyards

Loco Poke

Kirsten Company

Summit Funding, Inc. - The Massa Team

CS Neuropsychology

Side Hustle Brew Co

McLaughlin Waste Equipment, Inc.

Dibuduo & DeFendis Insurance Brokers LLC

Progressive Glass

Kids Kare Dental

Barbell Club

Clark Pest Control

Cen-Cal Fire Systems, Inc.

Lenzi Incorporated

Source Building Products USA

Thank you Vinewood Families & Friends!

Location: Virginia Street

Time and Date: 2:15-3:00 on Tuesday, April 1st

Student Registration Link: HTTPS://WWW.EZCHILDTRACK.COM/LODI/PARENT

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2025

For more information, see program flyer below:

English Flyer: Elementary Summer School 2025

Spanish Flyer: Escuela de Verano - 2025

Student Registration Link: Summer STEAM Program

For more information on the Summer 2025 STEAM Program, see program flyer below:

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2025

• English: STEAM Flyer 2025

• Spanish: Verano de STEAM 2025

Student Registration Link: M.S. Student Registration 2025

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2025

For more information, see program flyer below:

English Flyer: M.S. Summer School 2025

Spanish Flyer: Escuela de Verano - 2025

Our LAST Parent Club meeting will be Monday, May 12th. We will be reviewing the proposed budget and looking ahead to events for the 2025/2026 school year.

Do you have questions or comments that you’d like to ask Parent Club? Submit via this form and they will be addressed at our next meeting: https://bit.ly/AskVPC

We need some parents to head up Spiritwear for the 2025/2026 school year. If we do not have committee leads, we will not be able to have Spiritwear next year. Please let us know if you can take this role on.

Our library still has books that need relabeling - sign up to volunteer on a Wednesday: bit.ly/3WJDIGp

Our Mustang Treat Shop need volunteers on Wednesday, May 14th. We need your assistance in handing out treats to our students. Sign up at: bit.ly/MustangStore24

Have questions? Contact vinewoodparentclub@gmail.com.

Purchase gift cards from 750+ popular brands through our Scrip program, and a portion of each purchase goes directly to the Vinewood Parent Club. Whether you're buying groceries, gas, or your morning coffee, you can raise funds for our school with your everyday spending!

Click this link to get started! http://bit.ly/3G3A30i

Lodi USD Nutrition Services is proud to offer free meals to all children ages 2–18 this summer at multiple locations across the district. The Summer Meals Program will run during June and July, providing nutritious breakfasts and lunches to help keep kids healthy and fueled all summer long.

Please help spread the word to families in your school community.
You can find a full list of participating meal sites linked below:

Click on the link below for the flyer - English:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v-0zI_7EbZIHJ2PT2TltFDR4bm8kb_KT/view?usp=sharing

Click on the link below for the flyer - Spanish:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qTCqH1hpkbzfWzJo6-EX6SjwKttewZXG/view?usp=sharing

This important update is being shared regarding smartphone use during school in 2025-2026.

Beginning next school year, students will be required to keep their smartphones turned off and stored in their backpacks during the regular school day. This practice, already in place at many of our elementary and middle schools, aligns with Lodi Unified School District’s Board Policy 5131: Student Conduct.

This Board of Education approved change is designed to reduce distractions, support student mental health, minimize instances of cyberbullying and support student academic discourse throughout the school day. Research strongly supports limiting phone use during the school day, and similar policies are being adopted in schools across the state. In fact, California’s Assembly Bill 3216 will require school districts to adopt such policies by July 1, 2026. Please note that exceptions will be made for students with medical needs or accommodations outlined in their IEPs.

We understand that this may change how you communicate with your child during the day, even though they will be able to retrieve messages or return calls at the end of the regular school day. Our school offices are always available to relay important messages, and students can use office phones if needed. In the event of an emergency, it's essential that students stay focused on staff instructions. First responders recommend limiting phone use to ensure safety and clear communication.

We’ll share more information as the school year approaches, but we appreciate your support in preparing your student for this shift. Please take a moment to discuss these expectations with your child.

Thank you for partnering with us to create a safe and focused learning environment.

Lodi Unified's Board Policy:

Lodi USD Board Policy 5131 states the following:

No Devices During Instruction

• Cellular phones, smart watches, and similar devices are not for use during class time

Turned Off Requirement

• Devices must be off unless used for approved instructional or school-related activities

Authorized Activation

• Devices may be used when specifically directed by a district employee

Privacy Protection

• Camera, video, or recording must not be used on campus

Medical Exception

• Essential health devices, per a licensed physician’s recommendation, are allowed for health-related use

Vinewood Policy Starting 2025-2026 School Year:

Cell phones and smart watches are permitted on campus. However, student use of cell phones, smart watches, and other devices is limited. Cell phones and smart watches are not to be used during the school day and are always placed in their backpack.

Misuse of any rules can result in the loss of cell phone and smart watch privileges:

First offense – Phone or watch is held by a staff member, student is counseled, and the student will receive their phone back at the end of the school day

Second offense – Phone or watch is held in the office, and a parent/guardian must come to pick it up from the school

Third offense – Phone or watch is held in the office, parent/guardian must come and pick it up from the school, and loss of privileges for the rest of the grading period

Fourth offense – Phone or watch is held in the office, parents must come and pick it up from the school, and loss of privileges for the rest of the school year

• Smart phones and smart watches can be immediately revoked based on severity of offense.

Current 6th Graders: The annual 7th Grade Millswood Quick Peek Tour is May 21st.

Students are invited to arrive at Millswood anytime between 6:15 and 6:45 for a very brief tour and a treat. They will be dismissed to leave as soon as the tour is complete. Everything will wrap up by 7:15. Parents are invited to wait outside the gate. This is not mandatory, just an opportunity to see the school before July!

Parents and guardians: Please remember, students need to have the TDAP immunization prior to the first day of 7th grade!

Click on the link below for the flyer:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1spy4kOPRTxApdBIEVTTKy7Q6KOuiiOcJ/view?usp=sharing

Please click on the link below for the 2025-2026 Instructional Calendar:

https://www.lodiusd.net/families/calendars

3rd Trimester Important Dates

May 5-May 9: Makeup Week for CAASPP State Testing (3-6 Grade Students)

5/5 – 5/9 Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

Tuesday, May 6th – Kona Ice Truck Fundraiser (2:25 on Virginia Street)

Wednesday, May 7th – Common Planning / Minimum Day

Wednesday, May 7th – Spirit Day! (Beach/Hawaiian Day)

Wednesday, May 7th – Dance With a Loved One (6-8pm at Vinewood)

Friday, May 9th – Jog-A-Thon

Saturday, May 10th – Vinewood’s Band to Music in the Parks & Six Flags Vallejo (6am-9pm)

Tuesday, May 13th – 2nd Grade Spring Concert for Families (5:30pm-6:00pm in the Cafeteria)

Wednesday, May 14th - College Logo Day

Wednesday, May 14th – Open House (6:00-7:00 p.m.)

Wednesday, May 14th – Dine Out at Tony’s Pizza

Sunday, May 18th – Vinewood’s 4th-6th & Choir Sing The National Anthem at the Sacramento River Cats

Tuesday, May 20th - Senior Walk (Time TBD)

Wednesday, May 21st – Assessment & Collaboration Day/ Minimum Day

Wednesday, May 21st – Spirit Day! (Anything But A Backpack Day)

Monday, May 26th – Holiday: Memorial Day

Wednesday, May 28th – College Logo Day

Wednesday, May 28th – End of the Year Awards 8:35-9:10 4th Grade; 9:30-10:00 5th Grade; 10:20-10:50 3rd Grade

Wednesday, May 28th – 6th Graders to Lodi Lake (10-1)

Thursday, May 29th – 6th Grade End of the Year Award Assembly (1:30-2:15 in the Cafeteria)

Friday, May 30th – Spirit Day! (Class Color Day)

Friday, May 30th – Minimum Day - 12:25 Dismissal/ Last Day of 2023-2024 School Year

Friday, May 30th – 6th Grade Birthday Cake Walk (8:20-8:40 at the Birthday Cake)

Friday, May 30th – Class Color Day! (K- Red, 1st- Purple, 2nd- Orange, 3rd- Green, 4th- Yellow

5th- Blue, and 6th- Tie Dye)

Friday, May 30th – Field Day (9-10)

Friday, May 30th – Kindergarten Promotion Ceremony (9:30-10:00 at the Birthday Cake)