Beginning Monday, March 16, MSD will serve breakfast and lunch at both the VPA and MST locations. Breakfast will be from 8:00 am- 9:00 am. Lunch will be served 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Students age 18 and under will be served, individuals can pick up only for themselves- all meals will be carry out only. While we will continue to feed students at these locations throughout the week, additional locations may be added. Please check the website for further details.
Parents/Guardians:
Student medication needed for the extended break that is currently at school can only be picked up tomorrow Monday, March 16 from 8-12 (noon) with the campus nurse. After noon tomorrow, if medication is needed please call the central office to make an appointment for pick up.
Parents/Guardians- AMI packets for days 1 - 5 were sent home with students in October. Please have students use those 5 days this week.
In accord with the directive from Governor Hutchison, MSD, like many school districts in our region, will be closed beginning tomorrow Monday 3/16 and remain closed through Spring Break. We plan to return to school Monday, March 30.
VPA third graders created leprechaun traps in gt discovery class. Please click the link to watch a video of how the traps worked!! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xJpxFN3p4YKxlhI0kajdPfRsJgELEF-J/view?usp=sharing
Important update from the Marion School District:
There have been significant changes in guidance to schools today regarding
COVID-19. As of now, schools in 4 central Arkansas counties have been
directed to close due to new presumptive positive cases and direct contact
by others with those who have tested positive. The decision to close was
made out of an abundance of caution.
School closure decisions will be made in consultation with the Arkansas
Department of Health (ADH) and Arkansas Department of Education (ADE). The
two agencies will work jointly to provide guidance to districts based on
developments in local communities. The ADH and ADE have established a
dedicated hotline for districts to call to discuss whether preemptive
closures are advised.
We will continue to update you as new information is available.
Helpful information on talking with children about COVID-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/talking-with-children.html
In an effort to keep our Patriot family current with up-to-date information about the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) our District Coordinated School Health Corrdinator has created a document for you to view. As new information becomes available she will update this document. Click this link https://bit.ly/39LOFfS
Mrs. Franklin’s class learning all about plants.
Last day to order a VPA yearbook is Friday, March 13th!
MARY POPPINS, JR
Our first major production was a huge success! The show featured the talents of over 90 VPA students. From acting to singing and set changes to lighting, VPA students were at the center of every aspect. Coached by Drama Director, Whitney Hall, Magnet Director, Brandy Allison, and Choir Director, Barry Bates, work began in October with auditions. Since that time students have had daily practices and rehearsals to perfect the show - and they did an outstanding job!
We are so thankful for the support of our community, and while our drama and music departments are already looking forward to the next big show, we will spent the next few weeks reflecting on and celebrating this milestone at VPA!
READ ACROSS AMERICA
VPA students celebrated Read Across America Week with a week full of reading fun! Students participated in dress up days and activities to celebrate some of our favorite books and favorite authors. We also had guest readers visit from throughout the community. It was an amazing week of fun!
READ ACROSS AMERICA
VPA students celebrated Read Across America Week with a week full of reading fun! Students participated in dress up days and activities to celebrate some of our favorite books and favorite authors. We also had guest readers visit from throughout the community. It was an amazing week of fun!
Save the date!
VPA ART SHOW
SAVE THE DATE!
In celebration of Dr. Seuss week, these students were assigned a challenge inspired by "Ten Apples Up on Top." Students built the tallest towers they could with materials provided. The towers had to hold their apples on top without the students touching them.
Please click the link to see other fun pictures from this week: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_pcEAnHc1YICEJ0IujUQgHMiY4YthgIh/view?usp=sharing
Come see all the wonderful children from VPA in Mary Poppins! Click the link for a short video: https://photos.app.goo.gl/iRZ9f8MEmpKFMKpE6
Don't forget Magnet Application Day is THIS Saturday!
Mark your calendars!
Upcoming FREE athletic physicals:
Mon. 4/13 8:30-11:30: VPA (6th graders only)
Tues. 4/14 8:30-11:30- HCGC (6th graders only)
Wed. 4/15 8:30-11:30: MST (6th graders only)
Thurs. 4/16 8:30-11:30: 8th grade girls
Fri. 4/17 8:30-11:30: 8th grade boys
Mon. 4/20 8:30-11:30: 7th graders (last names A-M)
Tues. 4/21 8:30-11:30: 7th graders (last name N-Z)
Wed. 4/22 8:30-11:30: grades 9-12 softball and baseball teams
Thurs. 4/23 8:30-11:30: grades 9-12 soccer and volleyball teams
Fri. 4/24 8:30-11:30: grades 9-12 cheer and track teams
Fr. 4/24 12:30-3:00- all remaining sports grades 9-12
More information for athletes, parents, and school staff coming soon!
Please join us today!
The New 2020-2021 Academic Calendar. More information will be sent out in the coming weeks. Download and print your copy here ---> https://go.aws/2VllYlv
