Valentine's Day Grams with the help of our VMS PTSO's hard work made some Kodiaks' day especially sweet! HAPPY VALENTINE's DAY, and thank you for supporting our school with your Candy Gram dollars!
Don't forget to buy your yearbook no later than March 27th via bookkeeper check or myschoolfees.com!
Interested in learning about what Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs are offered in West Ada?
Please join us tonight, Monday February 13th from 5-7pm to learn about the programs and see the facilities our students get to learn in.
Refer to this flyer for which programs are located at which campus. For more information on CTE programs, please visit: https://www.westada.org/o/wasd/page/career-technical-education
We look forward to seeing you there!
Tonight don't miss the PTSO meeting at 7 p.m. in the library.
Tomorrow while you're saying thank you (via email) to the PTSO for organizing such a fun, exciting Valentine's Gram exchange for our school, don't forget to send your VMS webmaster and school yearbook advisor your best photo with your Valentine's Gram in hand during your lunch when it's time to pick them up. The secrets of whether you're getting a Valentine's Gram will be revealed during Advisory tomorrow when you get your ticket for picking one up at lunch.
You only have until the end of tomorrow (Friday) to purchase your Valentine's Gram through our wonderful PTSO online store for $1 to be delivered Feb. 14th to a student or staff member of VMS.
Here is the link: https://victoryptsostore.ecwid.com/Valentine%E2%80%99s-Day-Grams-p503590980
Congratulations to our VMS CERTIFIED STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR 2022-23: Mr. Brendan Grzanic! Mr. Grzanic's amazing work with his band and symphonic band students has gotten him the distinction of being only one of the few middle school teacher's who has ever been able to take his students to perform at the annual All State Symphonic Band Concert in Pocatello. His dedication to his students has gone beyond regular school hours as he has tirelessly invested many hours into his teaching craft and community. Thank you for all you do, Brendan! Congratulations!
Congratulations to our CLASSIFIED STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR 2022-23: Mrs. Mel Cook! Mrs. Cook is loved by all students and colleagues as one of the nicest people at VMS. Her work in the Special Education department has given her the reputation of a very caring, patient and knowledgable person who makes anyone smile in her presence. THANK YOU for all you do, Mel! Congratulations!
Congratulations to our STAFF MEMBERS of the MONTH: Jerren Summers, Lee Cornell and Chris Cottle! Their extra work as technology school digital leads during our Schoology pilot was recognized during this morning's staff meeting. Their readiness to help students and staff with any technology needs during the school year is much appreciated. Thank you for all you do!
If you missed today's Valentine's Day Gram Sales, then please know that it is NOT too late to go online to the PTSO store and order your favorite Valentine a VMS Valentine Gram ....OR... Thursday at school during ALL LUNCHES will be the last in person sale day.
Students! Enjoy your day tomorrow getting caught up with your class work, resting and/or reading a great book. Teachers will be working hard to collaborate for your best results at learning.
You have until March 26th to buy your YEARBOOK from the bookkeeper or online. Don't forget!
8th Grade Boys Basketball: Our boy's basketball teams took on Eagle Middle School this past week and the atmosphere was electrifying in the gym. The A-team game down to the wire and we unfortunately came up short by 1 point. It was a hard-fought game with a ton of highlights and great back and forth play. The B-team came out victorious in their game with a strong showing. Our C-teams rounded out the evening winning both of their games as well. Great job Kodiaks! The boys will be back in action on Monday, February 6th when they travel to Star.
Raffle: We are down to the wire - Drawing is in April. Get your raffle tickets for a great chance to win some amazing prizes and to help all our extracurricular activities and teams. Thank you for supporting the Kodiaks!
Valentine's Candy Grams on sale for $1 all lunches Monday and Tuesday, Feb 6 and Feb 7th!
Next PTSO meeting is February 13th @ 7pm in the VMS Library
Panda Express is now $7.00 - Order form and $ are due the Wednesday before the Lunch date. (This is to allow enough time to process each order.) The next Panda Lunch will be on Thursday, February 23rd!
Ashton Bower is our STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK!
"Ashton excels at knowing her curriculum and how to teach it in fun, engaging ways. She's also a mentor to others in her content area and the PLC Lead (I think) here at VMS. She participates in various committees and coaches Cross Country (and I think Track??) despite the fact that she isn't a full-time employee! She also does all kinds of fun things like making the stickers for Bridget's 40th birthday and bringing/making treats for her PLC- just" because! She is definitely the heart and soul of VMS and always embodies the Kodiak Way!
August Stringfield is our STUDENT OF THE WEEK! August was nominated by Ms. Clarke and selected for student of the week! Ms. Clarke stated the following about August: "August is an excellent student and member of his community! He works hard in the classroom and is very involved on campus. August is a well-rounded student that demonstrates the Kodiak Way in everything he does."
Talk to our lovely Bridget King to find out how you can have your Art exhibited at District Office
There are still openings for our March 2nd, 2023, BLOOD DRIVE at VMS from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. It's not too late to reserve your spot to save a life. Thanks.
Get ready for next week's lunch-time Valentine's Gram sales during all lunches Feb. 6th, 7th and 9th! Valentine Grams!!! Students can purchase grams for $1.00(lollipop with custom VMS pencil) at lunch 2/6, 2/7, 2/9 to be delivered at lunch on Valentine's Day! You can also purchase them online through the PTSO's webstore. Click here for their page: https://victoryptsostore.ecwid.com/Valentine%E2%80%99s-Day-Grams-p503590980
New Technology Service Desk Hours
Beginning on Monday, February 13, the Technology Service Desk hours will change to provide support for secondary teachers and substitutes who may have questions before the start of the school day. The Service Desk will be available from 7:15a - 4:30p Monday through Friday. Staff can contact the service desk by calling 208-350-5000, pressing the "IT Service Desk" button on their district phone, or submitting a helpdesk ticket through the West Ada Support Portal.
Victory Middle School students know how to support their school by cheering on other VMS students AND helping clean up the school on game day. Way to go GAME DAY CLEANING CREW! You help our amazing custodians make our gym sparkle.
Throughout the month of February, American Heart Month, West Ada School District seeks to raise funds to provide automated external defibrillators (AED) to schools and athletic programs. An AED is a medical device designed to deliver an electric shock to a person with an abnormal heart rhythm causing sudden cardiac arrest. The delivery of the shock most often restores a normal heart rhythm.
While schools are not required to have AED devices, we feel this is an important step in being prepared for any cardiac emergency. The goal is to purchase one AED per school and to provide portable AEDs for athletic programs throughout the district. Medical-grade AEDs cost approximately $1,550 - $2,000 per unit. Having already raised $6,000 toward this initiative, West Ada School District hopes to raise an additional $69,000.
For families, PTAs/PTOs, etc. interested in making a charitable donation, they may follow the steps below.
• Visit the West Ada Education Foundation website and submit an online donation with “Heart Healthy February - AED” selected as the designation
• Mail a check to the West Ada Education Foundation with “Nursing - AED” in the memo; 1303 E Central Drive, Meridian, ID 83642
• Make an in-person donation by visiting the West Ada District Service Center; 1303 E Central Drive, Meridian, ID 83642
