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Calendar of Events
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Winter Break
No school
December 17 - January 2
Leadership Academy I
January 5
Leadership Academy III
January 11
Leadership Academy II
January 12
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Race to the Top News
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On Monday, Dec. 5 and Tuesday, Dec. 6, representatives from the School Improvement Grant (SIG) Assessment Team visited the VCS office. During that time, the representatives observed classrooms by watching recorded lessons. They also visited live sessions and spoke with teachers in person on Monday since the staff was present for our professional development.
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Greetings!
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Oh, how time flies! Tomorrow is the last day of the first semester, and I'm sure you are busy wrapping up before the winter break. Classes will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 3. Enjoy your time off!
If you are home watching TV over the next few weeks, you might see a VCS commercial. We are promoting VCS on some cable networks around the state in order to enroll more students. The new semester is a time when we usually see an increase in enrollment. If you know anyone who might be interested in full-time enrollment or individual courses, please pass along their contact information to Lori Berkheimer or Jill Workman for follow-up. We always welcome new wolves to the pack!
I hope you have a safe and happy holiday season!
Respectfully,
Jim McCord
Superintendent
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Laptop pilot program underway
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Some VCS Ohio students will soon receive new laptop
 computers through our laptop pilot program. The students chosen for the pilot are being contacted by the tech team to make pick-up and delivery arrangements. Due to an unanticipated change in the program, students will receive laptop computers, not netbooks as previously planned. Families will continue to be reimbursed for internet service since the laptops will not receive a 4G signal. Please direct questions about the laptop distribution to the Help Desk at (866) 501-9473, ext. 5124.
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Congratulations, Gabriela!
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 Gabriela Linik was recently awarded the "Teacher of the Quarter" at the December professional development. Linik was chosen by the management team for her persistence in promoting and exposing our students to foreign language. She also hosted the first-ever VCS student teacher.
Congratulations, Gabriela. Keep up the great work!
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Holiday Help - Thank you!
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The VCS elves have been busy shopping and wrapping all the presents for the annual Holiday Help project. This year, we selected four deserving families and raised over $650! Many toys, clothing and food donations were given as well. A giant thank you to everyone who donated, shopped, wrapped and delivered the presents. These families will have a wonderful holiday thanks to all our kind and caring VCS wolves!
  
  
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Remind students to take first semester surveys | |
 The first semester teacher surveys are now available and will remain open until tomorrow evening, December 16. Please encourage your students to take a survey for each one of their teachers. Survey links are below.
Grades K-6 survey, click here
Grades 7-8 survey, click here
Grades 9-12 survey, click here
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COSI Learning Center presents 'Traditions Around the World' | |
Join us this Friday, December 16 at the COSI Learning Center for a night of multicultural traditions and a family feast!
Presenting . . 'Traditions Around the World'
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'A Lithuanian Christmas' followed by dinner -
Ring in the Chinese New Year as we learn about the Spring Festival -
Reflect on Kwanzaa--a celebration of family, community, and culture -
Sing Christmas carols and be on the look out for Santa's elves who promise good tidings and something special for all the children -
Door prizes
To satisfy the sweet tooth--participate in the optional holiday cookie exchange--bring a dozen and pick a mix of cookies for a new dozen to take home.
Parking vouchers and a $10 gas card will be given to each family.
For more info or to register now, click here.
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Santa visits VCS | |
Santa made a visit the the VCS office once again to spread good tidings and cheer to all! See some photos of his visit below.
  
  
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Help Desk hours extended | |
 The VCS Help Desk has extended their hours Monday through Thursday. Students can reach the Help Desk by phone until 7:00 p.m. or visit the office until 6:30 p.m. or by appointment if later. Friday will remain the regular schedule of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please sure this info with your students!
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Students celebrate the holiday season | |
The VCS visiting teachers have been busy this month, traveling around the state for the annual holiday craft making event. They hosted an event in Ravenna, Englewood (near Dayton) and at the VCS office in Columbus. More than 75 students and family members gathered together to celebrate the season with food, fun and crafts! See some photos from the Columbus event below. To view all the photos, click here.
  
  
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| TEACHER SPOTLIGHT: Anna Ernst | |
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| STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Matt O'Bryant | |
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Watch for The Pack Press to arrive in your e-mail the third Thursday of each month. If you have any content ideas, send them to Lori Berkheimer or Jill Workman.
Go Wolves!
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