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Important Dates
Coffee with the Principal- 8th grade parents
September 24, 2015
7:30 a.m.
PTSA Meeting- General Body Meeting
September 24, 2015
6:30 p.m.
Early Release Day
September 25, 2015
Dismissal begins at 1:15p.m.
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| Weekly Bulletin | | On Tuesday, September 15, 2015, your scholar should have brought home their Tuesday packet. This week's Tuesday packet includes the weekly paycheck and grade report. Please return the signature page on Wednesday, as it will be collected in homeroom.
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| Social Studies and Science Benchmarks | |
Scholars will be completing the Science and Social Studies benchmarks during the week of September 28-October 2. Science benchmarks will be given on Monday, September 28. Social Studies benchmarks will be given on Tuesday, September 29. Please ensure that your scholars are present and on time each day.
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| Coffee with the Principal | 8th grade parents, please join Ms. Davis for coffee and donuts on Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 7:30 a.m. in the KVC Multi-Purpose room. We look forward to seeing you for coffee and conversation!
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| Cell Phone Procedure Update | Click here to view the cell phone permission slip that was sent home today.
Cell Phone Procedure
Scholars at KIPP Vision Academy do not need cell phones during the day and will not be allowed to have them during the day at KIPP Vision Academy. The use of cellular phones or PEDs is forbidden for all students at all times during the instructional day. The instructional day includes, but is not limited to, lunch breaks, class changes, study halls and any other structured or unstructured instructional activity that occurs during the normal school day. Should a scholar make a decision to bring a cell phone to school each day they must do so with a signed permission from a parent or guardian and with the understanding that all cell phones must be turned off and checked into the Leadership Office each morning during arrival.
The possession of cellular telephones and other personal electronic devices (PEDs) is a privilege extended only to high school students. Due to the potential disruption a cellular telephone or PED may cause to the instructional environment, the disciplinary actions outlined in the Electronic Device Policy will be strictly enforced if the PEDs are visible during the school day. This prohibition includes all emergency situations unless the student is directed to use a cellular telephone or PED by a KIPP employee or other official.
Scholars will be allowed to retrieve their cell phone during afternoon dismissal. Scholars are expected to uphold the check-in and check-out process relating to cell phones and failure to do so will be reflected in Weekly Paychecks. Consequences will follow all procedures outlined in the Family Handbook.
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| PTSA Corner | |
General Session Meeting
Join us on September 24, 2015 at 6:00 pm in the gym for our general session meeting. Come out and make a difference in our school community!
Thank You
The KVA PTSA would like to send a special thank you to the store manager, Hazleon Smith, at Kroger store #488 for sponsoring our annual back to school staff breakfast last month. The support of our partners in the community is invaluable and we appreciate your partnership!
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| Homecoming- Save the Dates | |
Homecoming Activities
Royal Court Campaigning- September 23 - 25, 2015
Royal Court Elections- September 25, 2015
Spirit Week- September 28 - October 2, 2015
Coronation- October 1, 2015
Homecoming Game and Dance- October 3, 2015
More details on homecoming activities will be sent in a separate email this week. |
| Gifted and Talented Program |
The Gifted and Talented Program at KIPP Vision Academy provides differentiated instruction for the intellectually advanced and creatively gifted student. Gifted services are available for all eligible students in grades 5th-8th.
According to Georgia Board Rule 160-4-2-.38, a gifted and talented student is defined as one who demonstrates a high degree of intellectual and/or creative ability(ies), exhibits an exceptionally high degree of motivation, and/or excels in specific academic fields, and who needs special instruction and/or special ancillary services to achieve at levels which commensurate with his or her ability(ies).
Parents are able to refer and grant permission for their child to be tested for gifted services. If you are interested in referring your child for testing, please complete the Gifted and Talented Permission to Test Form on the following APS website. http://www.atlantapublicschools.us/Page/21037.
Also available is frequently asked questions about the screening and referral process as well as an parent informational video. If interested, please complete the form and return to Ms. Stokes by October 2, 2015. If you have any questions, feel free to call Ms. Stokes at (404) 423-9395.
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| Athletics Corner | |
Coming up this week
Softball
KVA vs. Renfroe - September 23, 2015 at 5:30pm
Renfroe Middle School
220 W College Avenue
Decatur, GA 30030
Football
KVA vs. Crawford Long Middle School - September 26, 2015 at 9:00am
Lakewood Stadium
70 Claire Drive, SE
Atlanta, GA 30315
Schedules
Football Fan gear is still being sold in the front office. Dry-fit shirts are $25.00 and stadium seats are $15.00. Get yours now!
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| Resources |
Call to Conference - Georgia PTA District 10
Click here for the Call to Conference notice for Georgia PTA District 10. This years conference will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2015 from 9am - 12:30pm at Sandy Springs Middle School. District 10 will will host a panel of experts discussing (1) Mental Health and Mental Illness: Identify, Support and Advocate for Children and (2) Child Trafficking, What Every Parent Should Know to Protect Children. |
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