STATE TESTING SCHEDULE:

A good night sleep and a high protein breakfast make a big difference in a child's ability to concentrate during school. Thank you for your daily support in sending your kids to school ready to learn!

5/16 7th & 8th grade ELA PT; 8:30-10:50 a.m.

5/17  7th & 8th grade Math Cat; 8:30-10:50

5/18    7TH & 8TH gr.  Math 8:30-10:50PT;       10th 9-3p.m. ELA

5/19    10th Math 9-3 p.m.

5/20 no school

2016-2017 DRESS CODE UPDATE:

K-6TH GRADE DRESS CODE POLICY:

 

SHIRT:

* Traditional polo style collared shirt in a solid color; no see-through white shirts

* No sleeveless shirts; appropriate sleeve length includes short (mid bicep), ¾ or longer sleeves

* Shirt must cover midriff (even when arms are raised)

* Quarter size ($.25) or smaller insignia/label on front of shirt acceptable

* Polo shirt will be required to have all buttons fastened at all times except for the top two buttons

*K-6th grade students may wear sweatshirts with writing, logos, or secondary colors in the classroom as long as they are not distracting, disruptive, or offensive in any manner as determined by the administrator

- K-6th students may wear spirit wear with an approved vision charter logo. Modest, solid-color t-shirts may be worn with an approved vision charter iron-on logo.

 

SLACKS:

* Solid color -no "blue jeans", no stretch pants, athletic pants, or sweat pants

*Solid color means no secondary color is present.

* Must be worn at the waistline

 

SHORTS/SKORTS/SKIRTS/JUMPERS

* Solid color; no "blue jeans", no sweats or athletic shorts

*Solid color means no secondary color is present.

* Shorts, skorts, and skirts must be worn at the waistline

* Length: skirts, jumpers, shorts, and skorts must at least reach to 3" above the knee

 

SHOES:

* No roller shoes allowed; shoe heels should not exceed two inches for safety reasons; sandals are acceptable, weather permitting; no backless sandals/shoes allowed-includes clogs, flip flops, etc.; shoes must be conducive to all school activities

* Tennis shoes must be worn on P.E. days

 

 

7TH-12TH GRADE DRESS CODE:

-Students will wear attire and treat other students and staff of Vision Charter School with respect and modesty. If one's dress or behavior is offensive, inappropriate, distracting to the learning/school environment, and/or poses a safety hazard as determined by the administrator, it will not be acceptable on campus.

-Pants must be worn at the waist to cover one's undergarments

-Shorts and skirts must be worn at waist, reach to at least 3" above the top of the knee.

-Jeans may be worn as long as they are worn at the waist and do not display holes, rips, or tears.

- No Brief or Exposing Tops. Garments such as halter tops, tube tops, crop tops, tank tops (worn alone), spaghetti strap tank tops (worn alone), and tops that are see through may not be worn. Midriffs and undergarments must stay hidden.

-Gauges are to stay under 10mm

  

K-12th GRADE DRESS CODE GUIDELINES:

1.    Students should have a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance.

2.    Leggings must have a skirt or shorts that are worn over them.

3.    Clothing should not be ripped, faded, torn, shredded, or have obvious holes.

4.    Hair should be well groomed and appropriate for a learning/business setting. Hair should be natural in color. Hair should never be a distraction to the learning environment.

5.    Jewelry is to be in moderation and not a safety concern or distraction to the learning environment.

6.    Clothing must not be overly tight or bagging, or revealing in any way.

7.     Underwear or undergarments are not to be visible on either upper or lower parts of the body.

8.    No hats, hoods, scarves, or non-religious head covering of any kind are allowed to be worn while inside the school buildings. However, hats, visors, or other acceptable head coverings will be allowed outside.

9.    No trench coats allowed.

10. Clothing,tattoos, body markings, or any item brought to school, such as outer wear, back packs, lunch boxes, notebooks, jewelry, and hair pieces, may not have any insignias, patterns, graphics, writing or messages that are obscene or relating to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, any illegal activity, or any sexual innuendos.

11. Gang attire of any kind is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, garments that are suggestive or colors, bandanas, or belts that have gang symbols or innuendos on them.

12. Any attire, grooming practice, makeup, or possession that disrupts the educational atmosphere will not be allowed.

13. Special days that would not adhere to certain portions of this dress code may be allowed with the permission of the school administrator and announced in advance.

14. The school administrator holds the right to determine if any apparel, jewelry, grooming practice, or other item is not appropriate for Vision Charter School based on a distraction to the learning environment or a safety concern.

 

**All students will resolve the dress code violation prior to returning to class. Dress code violations will result in the following: 1st offense: Warning, 2nd offense: Detention/Community Service, 3rd offense: Defiance Referral *See Discipline Policy for continued offenses of defiance.

VISION CHARTER SCHOOL'S TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY is coming in AUGUST 2016! Please send your favorite Vision Charter School picture to Mrs. Sheree Boothby at shereeboothby@visioncsd.org to be included in the celebration power point!

VCS BOARD ELECTIONS:  This year we have two board members up for re-election. These board members will be running again for their positions as incumbents. Elections, voting procedures, and candidates will be announced the end of May via the e-mail newsletter and the website. Please direct all questions to Mrs. OldenKamp at wendyoldenkamp@visioncsd.org. Anyone interested in running for a position on the Vision Charter School Board must fill out the VCS Board Member Application available in the VCS office and return it to the school no later than Friday, May 20, 2016.   

Applications may be hand delivered or mailed to:
Vision Charter School
19291 Ward Road 
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

 

CHANGES for 2016-2017:

 

As the 2015-2016 school year comes to an end and we look towards the upcoming year and our tenth year anniversary as a school, we have some EXCITING things on the horizon. We have resolved to move forward with the new construction of the second phase of our building which will encompass the elementary classrooms, administration wing, PE/Drama changing rooms, additional student and staff restrooms, elementary music room, Title 1 tutoring room, special ed room, and two additional middle school/high school classrooms. We are working with Building Hope, GUHO corp, Erstad Architects, Banner Bank, and Idaho Housing and Finance Association to bring in 7 million in tax exempt bonds to build the new school addition!  This new phase will be completed and ready for occupancy by late July to early August 2017.

 

Below you will see the resignation of Mrs. Lair who has been a teacher and Vice Principal at VCS for the past five years. She has been a tremendous asset to the school and will be deeply missed as she moves to Oregon with her husband and children to start the next chapter of their lives.

 

Mrs. OldenKamp will continue in the role of K-12th grade Charter Administrator/Principal and Mr. Casey Boothby will join the administrative team as the K-12th grade Vice Principal.

 

Many of you have had the opportunity to meet Mr. Casey Boothby over the past few months as he has been at many school events and has been "in training" at the school the past few Wednesdays. In addition to the K-12th grade Vice principal, he will also be knee deep in robotics and STEMl! He has a secondary Biological sciences and Natural Sciences endorsement in addition to a K-12th grade Administrative Certification. He is moving to Vision Charter School from Vallivue Middle School and before that he was at Sage Valley Middle School. Mr. Casey Boothby was just voted teacher of the year at Vallivue Middle School. He took a team of middle school students to state in Vex Robotics and took home three out of five of the awards! He also just completed training in 3D printing and has taught science and STEM/Engineering for the past nine years. We are excited to welcome him to the school!

 

In addition, Mrs. Lucy Wafwa's resignation and notice of retirement is below. Her contribution to our students' lives and to our school is greatly appreciated and her daily presence at the school will be deeply missed. These are hard shoes to fill! We have just begun the search to find a distinguished master teacher who is committed to excellence, enrichment, acceleration, student success, and caring about every kid! If you have a recommendation of an amazing teacher who is highly qualified to teach Reading, Social Studies, and Pre-Algebra, please encourage them to send Mrs. OldenKamp a resume at wendyoldenkamp@visioncsd.org.

 

Please feel free to contact Mrs. OldenKamp with any questions regarding staff additions or the building project.

 

 

 

Dear Parents,

 

It is with profound sadness and difficulty that I resign my position at Vision Charter School effective at the end of my 2015-2016 contract. The opportunity afforded my at Vision, and the confidence Wendy had in me is never far from my mind. I truly believed I would be here until I retired. This has been the single most fulfilling job I've ever experienced. The staff is the best group of people I may ever meet! J

Shane, my husband, was given an opportunity to work without traveling. We will be moving to the Aurora, OR area this summer. And, for the first time in 8 years, we will not have to manage family time around extended weeks of travel.  Although this would seem like an easy decision, the family I have here at Vision and the wonderful life we have built in Idaho made it difficult to just say, "let's go!"

I have written and rewritten this letter attempting to capture exactly what each person at Vision means to me and what being the Vice Principal has meant, but I am at a loss for the right words. The best I can say is a heartfelt and gratitude-filled "thank you". Vision will forever have a special place in my heart, and I look forward to staying in touch and watching the school continue to grow and blossom.

 

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

 

Regards and best wishes,

 

Mrs. Erin Lair

 

 

 

 

Dear Parents,

 

It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that I write to tell you that I have resigned from my position as a teacher at Vision Charter School effective at the end of the school year due to medical issues. I wish it was otherwise but I am just unable to further commit myself physically to working. As many of you know, I have been struggling with my health for several years. Unfortunately, it has been getting significantly more pronounced the last two years. This was a very difficult decision for me as I have always enjoyed teaching and love Vision but I have no choice but to finally listen to my body.

 

I cannot thank you enough for the joy your children have given me over the past 9 years. Working with your children and at Vision Charter School has been an incredible experience and the most rewarding of my career. I have gained so much personally and professionally. Thank you the opportunity to teach your children and be part of your lives.

 

Thank you for the experience and opportunity of working at Vision. I have thoroughly enjoyed it and it has made life rewarding in many ways for my family and I. We will always be grateful! I will still be around the school as a parent as my daughter doesn't graduate until 2018. I look forward to seeing you and your children at future school events.

Sincerely,

 

Lucy Wafwa