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Calendar of Events
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World Education Games
March 5-6
PESO/Dual Credit Meeting
March 5
March Math Madness
March 9
OGTs
March 12-16
Board Meeting
March 15
Mr. McCord's Read Aloud
March 16
Spring Break
March 26-30
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Race to the Top News
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The transformation team met on February 22 at the VCS office. An overview of the External Site Review and the School Improvement Diagnostic Review was given. Team members presented a new standardized course redesign, which will be presented to the entire staff on March 9. Members also reviewed iNACOL Standard B1 and B2 and brainstormed ideas of present and future online teaching and technology tools. The next meeting is scheduled for March 8.
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Greetings!
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Even though there are still 18 days until spring, I am always a little more cheery when the first day of March arrives. As the school year winds down, we find ourselves wishing for more time in the day to get everything accomplished. Yesterday, our wish was granted, and we celebrated leap day, giving us 24 extra hours! At VCS, we used our extra day to plan for many upcoming events such as OGTs, OAAs, the spring picnic and graduation. How did you spend your extra time? I hope on your studies!
Every year, I am amazed by the quality of students we have at VCS. I want to personally congratulate all of our honor roll students from the first semester. Keep up your outstanding efforts! You can see the complete list of honor students below.
Go Wolves!
Jim McCord
Superintendent
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VCS launches new public website
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 Our public website, vcslearn.org got a makeover! We completely redesigned the site with you in mind. Please explore the new site and let us know what you think. It is still a work in progress, so check back regularly for new additions!
Contact jill.workman@vcslearn.org for questions or comments.
Some improvements are:
- Rotating photo and video features on the front page
- Social media icons throughout for easy sharing
- Comprehensive calendar and a news and events section
- More videos and photos throughout the site
- Staff listings, including photos and contact information
- A section for current students to log in to the LMS and view important information such as scheduling, grade cards, testing locations and much more!
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| Congratulations to our honor students! |
 VCS is proud to announce our honor roll students for the first semester! Congratulations on all of your efforts. Keep up the great work!
Click here to view the list of VCS honor roll students.
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| Reminder: OGT testing March 12-16 |
 High school students are required to pass all sections of the Ohio Graduation Test in order to earn an Ohio high school diploma. OGT testing will take place the week of March 12.
To view your testing location and for maps and directions, students can log in to the 'current students' section of the new website by clicking here. Use your LMS username and password to access this information.
Remember, students receive a $10 gas card for each day they test. For additional information, contact Eric Williams at 866-501-9473 ext. 2013.
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| VCS summer school leaves time for work and fun |
It is never too early to start planning for summer! We have finalized our dates and pricing, and we believe everyone will be very happy with our lineup for 2012!
We have new lower prices and a new flexible start date! This summer, we will have one 10-week session. Students can begin their coursework on May 21st and continue to register through June 15th. Summer session will end on July 27th.
Summer 2012 pricing is as follows:
Full-time VCS Student Non-VCS Students
Full credit course: $50 Full credit course: $149
Half credit course: $25 Half credit course: $99
For course listings, click here to download the 2012 summer school flier. Feel free to print this flier and share it with your friends, family and community members. We hope to begin registration in early March. Questions? Contact eric.williams@vcslearn.org or call 866-501-9473 ext. 2013.
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| March Math Madness at COSI |
 Come one, come all - to the VCS math carnival! The Learning Center at COSI will host March Math Madness on Friday, March 9 from 6-8 p.m.
Students in grades K-6 will participate in carnival-style math games for a chance to win cool prizes! One lucky grand prize winner will receive a set of five passes to Fort Rapids Indoor Water Park Resort in Columbus! ($150 value!) The event is free to attend and parking is included. Tell the parking attendant that you are there for March Math Madness. Pizza and drinks will be provided. Register now to secure your spot! Questions? Contact denny.hammond@vcslearn.org or call 866-501-9473 ext. 2027.
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| Important updates from the VCS Help Desk |
The VCS Help Desk has updated their hours of operation. Please see the new schedule below.
Monday - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday - 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday - 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday - 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
You can also call ahead to set up an appointment outside the hours of operation. The new hours will begin on Monday, March 5.
The next scheduled Help Desk Elluminate session is on Wednesday, March 7. Please join the Help Desk as they discuss basic troubleshooting and problem solving tips. You will also have the opportunity to ask any other tech related questions. The Elluminate session will begin at 2 p.m. in the Help Desk Elluminate classroom.
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Get ready for our 2nd annual VCS Blue Ribbon Challenge!
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 Students in grades 3-8 are eligible to participate in our second annual Blue Ribbon Wolf Challenge in Study Island. Along with lessons assigned by each student's VCS teacher, students may also work to achieve as many Blue Ribbons as they can in the reading and math topics. The goal for each participating VCS student is to achieve every blue ribbon (100%) in both the reading and math topics by April 6, 2012. Each student who completes 100% of math and/or reading will be entered to win cool prizes such as gift cards, a LeapPad, a Nook eReader or even a computer tablet! For questions about the Study Island Blue Ribbon Challenge, please contact your teacher.
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| FREE college credit available through VCS |
Are you interested in FREE college? Do you have at least a 3.0 GPA? Then why not participate in the VCS PSEO program? PSEO (Post-Secondary Enrollment Option) is a program that allows high school students to take FREE college classes while still attending high school.
Another opportunity offered through VCS is the Dual Credit program with Kent State University. This program allows students to take online college classes for free! All you need is a 3.0, a 23 on the ACT, and a completed application.
Don't miss your chance to learn about both of these amazing cost-saving programs designed to jump start your college career! Make plans for you and/or your guardian to attend one of the meetings next week in Elluminate to find out more!
PSEO evening meeting: Monday, March 5 at 7 p.m. in the Sherman Elluminate classroom
Dual Credit evening meeting: Monday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sherman Elluminate classroom
PSEO daytime meeting: Wednesday, March 5 at 10 a.m. in the Sherman Elluminate classroom.
Dual Credit daytime meeting: Wednesday, March 5 at 10:30 a.m. in the Sherman Elluminate classroom.
If you cannot attend one of the meetings, please call Mrs. Sherman at 888-541-6389. Deadlines are fast approaching! Mrs. Sherman will help you with your application. Call today!
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| Compete with students from around the world in the World Education Games |
 Each student at VCS has an exciting opportunity to compete against students from all over the world in basic spelling and math facts at the World Education Games. All students from Kindergarten to 12th grade can participate! The competition starts on March 5th with spelling followed by math on March 6th. We will be sending out awards to top performers in each grade level based on your performance in the games.
Contact Mr. Hammond at denny.hammond@vcslearn.org or 866-501-9473 ext. 2027 to find out how you can participate. Good luck and have fun! Go Wolves!
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| Upcoming literacy events for students in grades K-8 |
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events!
Mr. McCord's Monthly Read Aloud Assemblies:
- Friday, March 16 at 11 a.m.
- Friday, April 13 at 11 a.m.
- Friday, May 4 at 11 a.m.
On April 19, VCS will host a special "Passport to Literacy Night" at COSI from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Check out upcoming newsletters for the details, but save the date for now!
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| FREE foreign language academy available at Kent State University |
 This summer, you can study Arabic, Chinese, or Russian for free, at Kent State University! KSU will host the 2012 Regents STARTALK Foreign Language Academy from June 17-July 4. The program is entirely free and includes your tuition, books, equipment, and room and board. Participants can also receive up to 10 college credits. Application forms can be found at fla.mcls.kent.edu. For questions, contact FLA Director, Dr. Brian Baer, at bbaer@kent.edu.
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Brittney Foster
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Name: Brittney Foster
Grade: 9
From: Wilmington
What is your favorite thing about VCS? My favorite thing about VCS is that I'm able to work at my own pace and ask questions about anything. I also like waking up later in the morning.
What is your favorite subject? My favorite subject has to be science!
What do you want to be when you grow up? I want to be either a meteorologist or an astronomer in the military when I grow up.
What do you like to do in your free time? I really like to read and participate in C.A.P activities in my free time.
What is your favorite movie? My favorite movie is October Sky.
What is your favorite food? My favorite food is spaghetti.
Do you have any siblings? I have 1 little sister.
What made you choose VCS versus a traditional school? I chose VCS over a traditional school because I wasn't getting the education or the help when I needed it and was constantly doing homework until 8 p.m.
Any advice you would like to share with your fellow students? I would like to say that if ANYONE is interested in the Civil Air Patrol DO IT!!!!! I strongly recommend it. I've been in it since August, and I've had an awesome time. People are really nice, you will learn a lot of cool stuff and it helps with what you will be facing when you become an adult. If you're interested at all (even the slightest bit) you can contact Mr. Ingersoll (he introduced me to it) or you can log on to www.gocivilairpatrol.com.
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TEACHER SPOTLIGHT: Mrs. Clarissa Lairson
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Mrs. Lairson teaches high school physical education
What is your favorite thing about VCS? The schedule that allows students to complete their courses in a flexible environment.
What do you want your students to accomplish while they attend VCS? I want my students to be motivated, goal-oriented people who enjoy learning.
What advice do you want to pass on to your students? To communicate with their teachers. We are here to help you reach your goals and to be successful.
Favorites
Food: Pasta and fresh fruit
Book: The Lakeshore Chronicles by Susan Wiggs
Movie: Hoosiers
TV Show: The Good Wife, Blue Bloods, Who Do You Think You Are
Hobby/Interest: Spending time with my family, completing home projects and being active
Season: Summer
Vacation Destination: Any beach :)
Childhood Memory: Family holidays and having the opportunity to play sports while traveling the country
Quote: "Your goals are the road maps that guide you and show you what is possible for your life."
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STUDENT ADVISER SPOTLIGHT: Mr. Mike Schubert
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Mike is a VCS student adviser in northeast Ohio
What is your favorite thing about VCS? My favorite thing about VCS is that it provides students with options. The student has the option to use higher order thinking skills to become responsible for his/her learning. The student also has the option to complete work anywhere and at any time.
What has been your most rewarding experience at VCS? The most rewarding experience so far has been making contact with a former public school student who is very successful in VCS.
Fun Facts
When I am not working...I am playing my trumpet, mowing, shoveling, working on the computer, joking with my sons, or on a date with my wife. If I won the lottery I would...pay off my house and car and take my family to Disney. The best vacation I ever had was...walking on the beach in Charleston, SC. If I could travel anywhere, I would go...to St. Kitts in the Caribbean. I am most proud of...my Master's Degree from The Citadel Military Academy.
The person I admire the most is...Kurt Hawkins-famous Drum and Bugle Corps Soloist.
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Watch for The VCS Voice to arrive in your e-mail the first Thursday of each month. If you have any content ideas, send them to Jill Workman.
Go Wolves!
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