Thanks to VMS parent Mrs. SaraJane Stanley for submitting these wonderful pictures to our Head Football Coach Chow! Just by looking at them, it's clear our VMS team was fierce against Meridian Middle School September 12th, winning 45-0. Fantastic job!
Seventh grader Sully Smith brought a lot of smiles to people while showing off his cookie monster he made for his FCS class with his amazing teacher Mrs. Ashton Bower. Great job, Sully!
CONGRATULATIONS to our very own Owen Zeyer for this past weekend's win at the NICA race at Jug Mountain Ranch. Owen Zeyer placed third in the 7th Grade B Division Race! Both Owen Zeyer and Tate Harrison had strong finishes and have improved in each race. The State Championship will be held at Bogus Basin on Saturday, October 7th. Come out and cheer our team to victory!
From the left: Calvin Rausch, Owen Zeyer, Liam Seal, Justin McComb.
Kodiaks! We are having our Fall Blood Drive on October 25th, 2023.
The link below will take you to the sign-up sheet for the drive. We encourage people to donate and pass the word to family and friends- AND bonus - when parents donate their student earns a prize. Email vachon.rachel@westada.org if you have any questions.
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=VICTORYMIDDLE
Cross country districts will be at Kleiner Park on September 28th. Come cheer on our JV and Varsity runners!
Today by noon your SUBWAY order via myhotlunchbox.com will need to be made if your child would like to enjoy SUBWAY tomorrow during lunch and you would like some of the proceeds going towards VMS PTSO sponsored projects/fundraising for our school!
Thank you in advance for participating!
Save the Date: Parent/Teacher Conferences!
If you haven’t already heard via announcements, we are excited to announce the first ever VMS Variety Extravaganza! It will take place October 27th between 6 and 9pm here at VMS (the event may end sooner depending on the number of auditions and accepted performances). The purpose is to highlight the amazing talents and creativity of our students. There are two ways to participate: performances and showcases. Performance applicants will audition at the end of the month and showcase entries will be on display during the event. All students wishing to participate must fill out a submission form and turn it in to the office no later than Monday, September 25th.
In addition to giving students a chance to show off their skills, this is also a fundraiser! We are selling tickets for $2 each--there will also be raffles and concessions. Proceeds will go toward the arts and electives classes at VMS.
Auditions
• Auditions for the performance category will take place after school on September 28th and September 29th
• Students who submitted a form on time will be considered for auditions as long as their performance is safe and follows school expectations
• Students will receive a note this week informing them of their scheduled audition time (sometime between 3:15 and 5:45)
• *Students who entered into the showcase category will also be informed if their entry was accepted
VMS Variety Show Extravaganza Itinerary (tentative)
• 6:00- Doors open, showcase area is open for viewing, raffles and concessions for sale, etc.
• 6:30- Mainstage performances begin
• 7:15- Intermission, raffles
• 7:30- Special performances
• 7:45- Performances continue
• 8:30- More raffles, final special performances
• 9:00- cleanup
Email Mrs. Summers or Mrs. Calloway for more information!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH: Mrs. Carolyn Harvey!
Mrs. Harvey is committed to all students learning at high levels! She has an ability to make anyone feel safe and welcome at school and in her classroom. She builds relationships with students and staff and contributes to a positive climate at VMS. Thank you for your leadership and efforts to make VMS a wonderful place to learn!
Picture Retake Day is TOMORROW from 9 a.m. until noon! Say "Kodiaks Rule!"
Sept. 18 - Volleyball vs. Meridian @ MMS 4pm;
Sept. 19 - VMS "Picture RETAKE" day;
Sept. 19 - Cross Country vs. SMS & LSMS @ HOME 4pm;
Sept. 20 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS! - All Grades - Professional Learning/Collaboration;
Sept. 20 -LAST DAY TO PRE-ORDER SUBWAY LUNCH FOR SEPT. 20th!
Sept. 21 - First PTSO Lunch Fundraiser - SUBWAY (be sure to pre-order/online only myhotlunchbox.com);
Sept. 21 - Volleyball vs. Star @ HOME (7th/4pm & 8th/5pm);
Sept. 22 - DONUT DAY - $1 @ Lunches BRING YOUR DOLLAR DAY!
8th Grade Girls Basketball:
Friday September 29th – Informational meeting during advisory.
Monday October 9th – Tryouts, after school.
Wrestling (6th, 7th, 8th grades):
Friday October 6th – Informational meeting during advisory.
Monday October 16th – First practice
*All student-athletes must register in Aktivate and pay fees before the first practice.
Required Fees: Participation = $90. Activity Card = $22.25.
Eligibility reminders:
· Must have all passing grades.
· Must attend school the entire day to participate in competition.
· Six semesters of middle school eligibility.
· No discipline infractions.
· Must be enrolled at Victory Middle School. Home school students must live within Victory boundaries.
Required Fees: Participation = $90. Activity Card = $22.25. Fees can be paid @ myschoolfees.com
* Doors open @ 3:45 on ALL game days!
For more information, visit our athletics website.
What's for Lunch?
PTSO is proud to introduce VMS to My Hot Lunchbox - Our schedule is as follows
Subway - September 21, 2023
Chick-fil-A - October 19, 2023
Panda - November 16, 2023
Subway - December 14, 2023
Chick-fil-A - January 25, 2024
Panda - February 22, 2024
Subway - March 28, 2024
Chick-fil-A - April 18, 2024
Panda - May 16, 2024
Parents/Individuals will need to create an account with myhotlunchbox.com in order to place orders for lunches. You will also be able to place orders for all months in this semester at one time.
PTSO and the office will not be able to adjust orders or make any refunds, etc. It will all be done through myhotlunchbox.com Orders can be canceled up to noon the day prior to the date of the lunch.
If you have questions on creating the account or anything about the process, contact hotlunchbox directly at info@myhotlunchbox.com, call (888) 894-8295, or reach out on social media @myhotlunchbox.
Please check out the Victory PTSO Homepage for our Online Store,
Upcoming Meetings, News and Announcements!
https://www.westada.org/o/vms/page/victory-ptso-homepage
Hailey Weber
"She takes time and says hi to the students. She will ask them how their day is. She doesn't leave anyone out. So sweet!"
Scott Dew
"Man this guy is a rock star! He fields so many questions from parents, coaches and even students each sports season. He has brought back organization within sports, quality coaches and training too! He's quick to respond and always sets our Kodiaks up for success. WE ARE SO GLAD TO HAVE HIM BACK!"
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR STUDENT OF THE WEEK!
Claire Channer was nominated by Mrs. Lewis for the student of the week recognition. Below is what Mrs. Lewis said about Claire.
"Claire always has a positive attitude in math. She is a hard worker and is responsible with her schoolwork. Claire is kind to others and respectful in the classroom. We are so lucky to have her at our school!"
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR STUDENT OF THE WEEK! Karleigh Hunt was nominated by Mr. Pegram for the student of the week recognition. Below is what Mr. Pegram had to say about Karleigh. "Karleigh always comes prepared to class. She is respectful to other students in class, always willing to help and ask well timed questions. Her assignments are thorough, and she goes above and beyond with her answers."
Spirit Wear Fridays!
Be sure your student is prepared for Friday to wear spirit wear or school colors.
Visit our online store for school Spirit Wear at https://victoryptsostore.company.site/
THANKS TO OUR AMAZING PTSO FOR BEING THE MOST SPIRITED MIDDLE SCHOOL PTSO IN THE DISTRICT!
Our VMS Extravaganza which will be held on Friday, October 27!
Submission forms are available in the cafeteria for showcase and performance categories. Forms must be turned in to the front office WITH PARENT SIGNATURE by Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 3:15PM to be considered for participation.
Auditions for performance acts will be held after school Thursday September 28 and Friday September 29. Students may request an audition time slot on those days on their submission form.
Please email Mrs. Summers (summers.elizabeth@westada.org) for questions.
-Beth Summers
Theatre and Choir Teacher- Victory Middle School
