In this issue:
16-17 Supply Lists
16-17 Calendar
16-17 Dress Code
Breaking Ground
Correction to Grad Program
Letter from Counselor
New Staff
Start and Release Times
Dates to Know
2016-2017 SUPPLY LISTS:
Supply lists were sent home with students with their report cards. If you did not receive a supply list for the upcoming school year, please go visioncharter.net on the home page under helpful highlights. You may also go straight their by following this link:


2016-2017 SCHOOL CALENDAR:

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.

BREAKING GROUND:
Check out the plans for the new addition to the building! http://www.visioncharter.net/files/Vision%20Charter%20Phase%20II%2004_12_16.pdf 
 
Guho Inc has been hired as our Construction Manager and General Contractors. We are also working with Erstad Architects, T-O Engineers, Musgrove Engineers, Banner Bank, and Building Hope to bring you the completed project by August of 2017! We are expecting to begin moving in to the new building by late July 2017. More information about the specific ground breaking celebration will be released over the summer!
 

**CORRECTION TO THE 2016 GRADUATION PROGRAM
VCS would like to acknowledge each of its seniors who were awarded the Idaho Opportunity Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to Idaho seniors who continue their education at post-secondary institutions in Idaho. Each senior is awarded a $3,000 renewable scholarship (up to 4 years) for a total of $72,000 awarded to our VCS seniors!
Congratulations to 2016 Idaho Opportunity Scholarship awardees:
Lilian Bodley
Tanner Crossley
Jackson Dial
Amy Hatsedakis
Samantha Snow
William Wallace


Dear Parents,
Emotional pain is real and can be complicated. No two people exhibit emotional pain in the same way and the causes of such pain can be complex. I visited secondary classrooms the last two weeks of school to talk to students about physical and emotional well-being, the warning signs of suicidal behavior, and how to be a "positive friend", including talking to an adult (preferably a trusted adult, but if none are around, an adult who can help or 911 in emergencies) when a friend is engaging in any of the warning sign behaviors or actively injuring themselves. 
Mr. Berg also discussed suicide and warning behaviors in seventh grade health class and High School health class this past semester.
It is important for everyone to know the warning signs of suicidal behavior and to understand self-injury behavior whether it be for your own children, the friends of your children, or the adults that surround you and your family. You may never need to use the information attached; but, to be knowledgeable and prepared can perhaps help someone someday. 
 
1-800-273-TALK (8255) (Idaho/National Suicide Prevention Lifeline)
 
Mary Dowski, M. Ed., Ed.S.
School Counselor
Vision Charter School
(208) 455-9220 ext. 324


NEW STAFF MEMBERS:
 
I am truly excited to welcome new staff members to the team!
 
 Mr. Tyler Keefe is our new 6th grade teacher. He will be teaching social studies, pre-algebra, reading and technology to both classes. He will also teach art and advisory to his homeroom. He is coming to us from West Ada and has completed 9 years of teaching. Mrs. George and Mr. Keefe are partnering together to plan the most amazing year for our upcoming sixth grade students!
  
Mrs. Amber Koberg is our new K-5th grade Vice Principal. Amber has been in education for over 18 years. She has taught elementary through high school art and most recently has been teaching art at Meridian Middle School. Her office will be located in building A. Ms. Koberg will also teach one period of 8th grade College Prep.
 
 Mr. Casey Boothby is joining the Vision Team in administration. He will be the  new 6th -12th grade Vice Principal. He will also be teaching a high school STEM/Robotics course and one period of 8th grade College Prep. He will be going by "Mr. Boothby" and the English teacher, Mr. Mark Boothby, will be going by "Mr. B". Yes, they are brothers. J

Mr. Kevin Cornwall is our new addition to the science department at the secondary level. He is coming from Middleton High School and will be teaching middle school science and dual credit Geology and Chemistry. Mr. Cornwall loves to bring science alive with hands on exploration.
 
Mrs.Teresa Perkins has moved to H1 as the new fourth grade teacher. She will also continue to oversee Title 1 interventions.
 
Mrs. OldenKamp will continue to serve in the role of K-12th grade Charter Director, Principal, and Federal Program Director.
 



SCHOOL START AND RELEASE TIMES:
Supervision Begins at 7:45 a.m.
K-6th and 9-12th first bell rings at 8:05 a.m.
7th-8th first bell rings at 8:08 a.m.
K release time is 3:05 p.m.
1st-3rd release time is 3:08 p.m.
4-6th release time is 3:10 p.m.
7-8th release time is 3:13 p.m.
9-12th release time is 3:16 p.m.
Buses leave at 3:20 p.m.
Students must be picked up by 3:30 p.m.

DATES TO KNOW:
August 15
Meet the Teacher K-12th-  3:30- 6:30 p.m. 
August 16
First Day of School    
August 23
Kindergarten First Day of School
September 2               NO SCHOOL
September 5               NO SCHOOL- Labor Day
September 23             NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day
October 6 & 7              NO SCHOOL- State Inservice Days
October 10-14             NO SCHOOL- Fall Break
October 20 & 21         Secondary Drop in Conferences 3:30-7/
                                   Elementary Scheduled Conferences