The Virtual Access
KCS Virtual Elementary Parent News - November 2021
Bell Ringer News
The Seasons are Quickly Changing
The weather is quickly reminding us that winter is on its way. I know it can be confusing for virtual families if there is an inclement weather day for Knox County. If there is a school delay or school closure for Knox County then our school will follow the delay or closure as well. This Northerner is hoping for a big snow day where we can all play in the snow!
Next Year
I have had a number of parents reach out asking will there be a virtual school next year? The answer is YES! We are excited about the learning that is taking place and the partnership with our families. We will continue to develop and grow our school to ensure we are offering all of our students high-quality instruction, opportunities to socialize and develop friendships, as well as cultivating learning experiences that extend far beyond the walls of a classroom. The sky is the limit with virtual!
We would love your help spreading the word about our school! Be on the lookout for our new promotion video and additional information you can share with friends and family!
Knoxville Leadership Visitors
This past week we had two members of the Knoxville Leadership 2022 cohort visit our school to learn more about virtual learning. They were both extremely impressed with our teachers, students, and families and the strong partnerships and engagement opportunities we have created for our students. This is a true testament to our school as we continue to tell the narrative of KCS VES! Thank you families for helping create a strong and wonderful learning culture for our school!
School Shirts
We are excited to have our first school shirt order! Below you will see an image of the three different shirt options available to order through our School Online Cash System. The deadline for ordering is December 1st. The shirts will be available for pick-up on January 3rd at our next material pick-up. If you need directions for accessing the School Online Cash System, please click here.
After School Clubs
We hope your student is enjoying one of the after-school clubs. They are a great way to get involved in fun extra-curricular activities as a school. It's not too late to join!
Clubs meet after school Monday-Thursday. Clubs meet on different days and times, but most are between 2:45-3:30. We look forward to seeing your child in one of our KCSVES Clubs!
This coming Monday, the S.E.A.S club will be on a virtual field trip to the Knoxville Zoo! Don't miss the chance to get an inside look at some of the animals with our very own Ms. Savannah Howard.
Meet our New AP Shane Waters
Hello, my name is Shane Waters. I am excited to start the next phase in my education and leadership journey as your Assistant Principal and I hope to meet each of you soon and get to know you personally.
I have an educational specialist degree and am licensed as a K-5 general education teacher, k-12 special education teacher, and an administrator in Tennessee. I have had the fortune to teach for 23 years while experiencing numerous leadership opportunities locally and at the state level.
Learning is lifelong and I am passionate about sharing it! I believe in respect, ownership, and transparency. Your children represent our tomorrow and together, we have the incredible opportunity to help shape what they become. I am looking forward to working with you to achieve that goal.
I am excited to be in your child’s classroom and see them experience the joy of learning. Please let me know how I can be a support to you and your family as we embrace this journey together.
Save the Date ~ January 3rd Pick-Up
New School Website
Parents as Canvas Observers
Meal Pick-Up for Virtual Learners
KCS Virtual Mission
The vision of KCS Virtual Elementary School is to grow students academically, socially, and emotionally, to give all students an opportunity to take ownership, and to succeed now and in the future by breaking down traditional education barriers through technology.
Shane Waters
Veterans Day Tribute Video
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KCS Virtual Elementary School
Email: jennifer.garrett@knoxschools.org
Website: https://www.knoxschools.org/Page/24026
Location: 600 North Chilhowee Drive, Knoxville, TN, USA
Phone: (865) 622-3902
Twitter: @KCS_Virtual