In this issue:
AA Program
Dual Credit
MS Drama
Elementary Talent Show
Secondary Talent Show
Disneyland Trip
Substitutes
Parent Survey
PFA Carnival
RFP for Construction Management
Dates to Know
State Testing
Vision Charter School's Associate of Arts program applications are now being accepted for the upcoming 2016-2017 school year. All students who will be entering 9th grade and above are invited to apply. Participation in this program affords students the ability to receive priority scheduling of classes. It also prepares students for the application process that will assist them with entry into other high school programs, scholarships, etc. In addition, beginning in the 2016-2017 school year, VCS AA program participants will also have on-campus (at VCS) CWI advising and "Question & Answer" time. Applications can be obtained by requesting one from Mrs. Clark in the library or online at http://visioncsdcounselor.weebly.com/associate-of-arts-degree.html 

APPLICATIONS accepted until Friday, April 29, 2016 at 3:00pm in the library.


DUAL CREDIT CWI FALL/SPRING ON CAMPUS MEETING:
Students and parents are invited to an informational session intended to answer questions for all high school students interested in attending CWI on campus this summer or fall. The informational session will be Tuesday, April 19th at 4 p.m. in the VCS library.  Parents and students will discuss VCS guidelines for attending classes on CWI campus as well as receive assistance with registration.  This session is primarily for students entering grades 11 and 12; however, students entering tenth grade may request special permission for attending classes at CWI and are invited to attend, as well. If you are unable to attend, information will be sent out via the newsletter next week. Fall and summer CWI dual credit on campus registration opens on APRIL 18th. 

MIDDLE  SCHOOL DRAMA:
Mark your calendars for April 22nd as the Middle School Drama Club presents, "Most Amazing Gift."  Written by grandparent Peter Sundin, this play takes us to Scandinavia and three noble knights trying to find the best gift to win the princess. Our one performance at 5:30 is free to the public and a cookie celebration afterwards!

Elementary Talent Show
This year, 3rd through 6th graders will be invited to participate in an audition talent show on May 25 during school.  This will take the place of Show Off Days for these grades.  Try-outs will occur by signing up for a variety of after school times to try out in G1.  The sign-ups will become available in May.  Students will be expected to have their act completely ready at the audition, with lyrics of any songs being printed to check for school appropriate language.  Each act will be limited to three minutes in length.  Show us what you can do!  We are looking for all kinds of talents, from instruments to magic acts.

Secondary Talent Show:
The secondary talent show will occur during school on May 26.  Auditions will be Monday, May 23 after school in the gym.  Students must have their acts completely prepared as they would intend to perform for the show.  Lyrics of songs being sung or played in the background must be printed.  Acts need to be no longer than three and a half minutes in length.  Keep your eyes open for further information the month of May.

DISNEYLAND TRIP:
All students and parents signed up for High School band, orchestra, or choir for the 2016/17 school year are invited to attend an informational meeting about our trip to Disneyland next spring.  It will include the schedule, potential cost, and fundraising opportunities.  We will be meeting on the stage at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26.  The meeting will last about 30 minutes.  Feel free to contact Mr. or Mrs. Ellis with any questions.  See you there!


SEEKING SUBSTITUTES:
Substitute pay for Vision Charter School has just increased to $88 a day, $44 for half day, or $11 an hour for recess coverage. Please go to visioncharter.netunder "We're Hiring", fill out the application, and send it in! 


PARENT SURVEY:
Parent or guardians of currently enrolled students are encouraged to go to https://surveymonkey.com/r/M6P29C2 and fill out the parent survey by 5:30 p.m. onThursday, April 21st. Students in 7th-12th will fill out a survey during advisory class. This survey is used for accreditation and helps provide valuable feedback to the teachers and administration. We use your feedback to determine professional and school wide goals for the 2016-2017 school year. 


PFA CARNIVAL: 
Are you interested in helping with the Vision Charter School PFA Carnival on May 19 from 4-8 p.m. at Vision Charter School? We would love to have lots of volunteers sign up to help run booths and help with the food. Please email Melissa Thompson at taysmom3@gmail.com if you would like to volunteer for this wonderful event! 

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE PHASE 2 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT/GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Due April 27th, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. at Vision Charter School. 
http://visioncharter.net/content/rfq-2016-1-vision-charter-school-phase-2-construction-managementgeneral-contractor-cmgc  view attachment two for the schematic design of phase 2. More information forthcoming in the next newsletter!!! 


DATES TO KNOW
April 19: CWI dual credit summer/fall on campus student/parent informational session starts at 4 p.m. in the library.
April 21: PFA meeting at 6 p.m. in the library. 
April 22: NO SCHOOL- Inservice
April 22: MS Drama presentation of "The Most Amazing Gift" starts at 5:30 p.m. in the VCS gym and is FREE!
April 26: Disneyland planning trip for 2016-2017 choir, band, or orchestra students starts at 6 p.m. on the stage. 
April 28: Middle School Ensemble Pre-Festival concert at 7 p.m.
April 30: 9th -12th grade Prom 7p.m. in the gym
May 5: K-12th Science Expo 3:30-7 p.m.
May 6: NO SCHOOL- Inservice
May 6: Musical Theater "Fiddler on the Roof" at 7 p.m. at the VCS gym. $2 a person or $10 maximum per family 
          May 7: Musical Theater "Fiddler on the Roof"  at 1:30 p.m and 7:00 pm 
May 12: Advanced Symphony/ Honors Choir Concert starting at 7 p.m.
May 17: 6th grade Spring Concert 7-8 p.m. at the VCS gym.
May 19: CARNIVAL and AUCTION from 4-8 p.m. at VCS!
May 19: Last day for seniors
May 20: NO SCHOOL
May 20: 6th grade Lock In starts at 6 p.m. and goes to 7 a.m. Saturday, May 21.
May 24: RAD rehearsal in the gym at 1:30 p.m. and the RAD performance starts at 7 p.m. in the VCS gym. 
May 25: Elementary Talent Show for 3-6th start at 1:30 p.m. in the VCS gym.
May 26: 7th-12th grade Talent Show & 9th-12th grade awards start time at 1 p.m. in the VCS gym.
May 26: Field Day for K-6th grade times tbd
May 27: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL EARLY RELEASE 1:40
May 27: AWARDS: 7th - 8th grades 8:30-9:15, 4th - 5th grades 9:30-10:15, k-1st grade 10:30-11:15, whole school sack lunch outside 11:15-11:45, 2nd -3rd awards 11:55-12:40,  6th grade 12:55-1:25
May 27: Graduation practice 3:00 p.m./ Graduation 7:00 p.m. at Nampa Civic Center


STATE TESTING: 


Dear Parent/Guardian,

Idaho is currently administering the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) in English language arts(ELA) and mathematics. Grades three through eighth and tenth will take this test at Vision Charter School starting on May 2nd through May 19th. Vision Charter School Administrators have worked with the teachers to develop a schedule which protects teaching and learning and meets the specific needs of each grade level. (Testing schedule below)

This testwas first administrated in 2015 and replaced the previous ISAT. Itmatches the content and skills outlined in the standards that guide instruction in the classroom and provide valuable information about student learning.

Results from these tests help to identifythe areas in each subject where a student needs additional support and where he or she has mastered the content and can be challenged to go deeper into the subject matter.

While no single test can give a complete picture of achievement, when ISAT assessment data is combined with classroom based formative assessments and teacher reports, it can provide important information about student progress.Teachers use formative and summative assessment data toguide their instruction and provide more personalized activities and learning opportunities for students. Students can work on the areas where they need improvement to ensure they are staying on track to be successful in the next grade level. In areas where students excel, teachers can provide appropriately challenging work to ensure they continue to be engaged and advance their knowledge. With this year's scores, you will be able to compare your child's performance to last year's and see the progress overtime. At Vision Charter School, we work with students to set and achieve target growth goals for their learning. We celebrate growth and work with students to help them monitor their progress towards their individual growth goals!

Both the Idaho State Department of Education and Vision Charter School are working to reduce the number of assessments students take at the state and district level to ensure that tests provide meaningful information for teachers, students, and parents.

As a K-12 College Prep Science and Art School, we are committed to student achievement and preparing them for college, career, and beyond. We are confident that with the quality instruction delivered by our dedicated educators and your support; our students can meet and exceed these expectations. We believe that if something is worth doing, it is worth doing well!

Please feel free to email Mrs. OldenKamp at wendyoldenkamp@visioncsd.org with any questions you may have about thetest.










        
5/2/2016; 
3rd grade ELA CAT; 		 5/3/2016; 
4th & 5th Math CAT; 
3rd grade ELA PT		 5/4/2016;  
4th and 5th Math PT ; 3rd grade math CAT		 5/5/2016;   
SCIENCE EXPO; 		 5/6/2016; 
no school 
         
5/9/2016;  
5th gr science  
3rd grade  math PT		 5/10/2016;  
6th gr ELA CAT; 4th & 5th ELA CAT  		 

11-May		 
5/12/2016;  		 May 13 Morning: 
10th - 
EOC's Bio/Chem  
  6th ELA PT; 
4th and 5th ELA PT		 6th grade Math CAT; 7th & 8th ELA CAT    7th science 
6th grade Math PT 
   
     
May 16th  May 17th  May 18th  May 19th  No School- 20th
        
7th & 8th grade ELA PT 7th & 8th grade Math Cat  7TH & 8TH grade Math PT;      
10th ELA		 10th Math