Calendar
| Apr 20-24 |
Eighth Grade Class Trip |
| Apr 28 |
7th & 8th Grades Church Service - Boulder |
| May 4 |
Jog-a-Thon |
| May 8 |
School Board |
| May 16 |
Picnic 'n Pops |
Hot Lunch
| Apr 23 |
Pizza by the slice |
| Apr 24 |
Waffles |
| Apr 25 |
Cheese Ravioli |
| Apr 26 |
Corn Dogs |
| Apr 30 |
Pizza by the slice |
| May 1 |
Hot dogs |
| May 2 |
NO HOT LUNCH! |
| May 3 |
Pizza buns |
Classroom News
Kindergarten
Mrs. Tusken
This week our theme is caterpillars and butterflies. And to help us learn more about this theme, we have invited some visitors to our classroom that know all about the subject of caterpillars. Five caterpillars have arrived to join the Kindergarten class!! The students are very excited to watch them grow and transition into beautiful butterflies!
Our countdown to the end of the school continues this week with doughnut day, estimation day, finger foods day, and game day.
Grades 1-2
Mrs. Gaines
Please note: Mrs. Gaines is in Lincoln, Nebraska for a reading class at Union College. Debbie Smith is substituting through Wednesday.
Grades 3-4
Mrs. Hansen
Please note: Mrs. Hansen is in Lincoln, Nebraska for a reading class at Union College. Patty Chamberlain is substituting through Wednesday.
Grades 5-6
Mrs. Hodgson
We are studying Southeast Asia and students are invited to make a Sampan or Junk to enter a contest this Friday. The workmanship should be done by the students. The Sampans/Junks will be tested on their ability to float under smooth and windy conditions and how much weight they can hold.
Several students did not turn in their Physical Fitness booklets yesterday. Students should be logging exercise for 20-30 minutes, three times a week. Booklets are collected each Monday.
Our annual Jog-a-thon is coming in May. This is a student funded scholarship program for Vista Ridge Academy. Students will run/walk for an hour to raise money to help other students attend VRA. Encourage your child to get sponsors! I will award classroom prizes for the following: 1) the student who runs the most laps; 2) the student who gets the most sponsors; and 3) the student with the most funds raised. Happy running!
A current grade report is enclosed in today’s folder.
Grades 7-11
Mr. Wuerfel, Ms. Schneider,
Mr. Force and Mr. Pauls
Ms. Schneider
Life Skills
The “wedding” last week was a total success. The Life Skills students really put on a great event!
Mr. Wuerfel
20ish more days to go until summer break! We are quickly approaching the end of the year and there is still so much left to do.
Reminder: On the 10th our eleventh grade students are giving their oral research presentations to a board of individuals for their finals. This is an intense endeavor and they will need all the support they can get.
The ninth and tenth grades are still working hard on understanding the disciplines. This has been one of the deepest/ most enjoyable units I have ever taught. The depth that these students are getting with their study and the relevancy of the topics has created a unique atmosphere in the classroom during Bible.
The seventh and eighth grades are still reading Greek mythology and it has been most exciting. Answers to questions like where did the word narcissism come from? Where did the idea of an echo originate? All of this has been exciting to be a part of.
Mr. Force
Flying Eagles
4th quarter after school practice time is:
Mon. and Thurs. 3:35-5:00
Tues. and Wed. 3:35-4:30
Grade 3&4 Tumblers meet from 3:30-4:30 on Monday only. Please note the pick up time is at 4:30 not 5:00.
7th & 8th Grade Church Service
On April 28 the 7th & 8th grade class is doing the church service at the Boulder SDA Church. Parents please plan on bringing and supporting your students for this program. |
Next Year!
As we are looking to next year for planning and preparation, if you have questions, comments or suggestions, the Principal will be in the office on Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:00. If this is not convenient, please contact her to schedule a time.
JOG - A - THON
The Fourth Annual Jog-a-thon will be held on Friday, May 4 after worship. Money raised during this event goes to the VRA sponsorship program. Students are encouraged to get sponsors per lap or flat fee before the event. Forms for signing up sponsors are being sent home today with the newsletter. Additional ones may be picked up in the office. They will have an hour in which to run as many laps as possible. As before, we need parents to help with this event. Please call the office or come in to sign up. Thank you for your help and support!
Please Note!
Lost and Found If you have lost your violin please notify the office!
Re-Enrollment Applications The classrooms are
filling! Please return your forms to assure a place for next year!
Upper Grade Students experiencing an epic shortage of school supplies. Please see that your student has all that is needed!
Please! School closes Monday through Thursday at 3:30 p.m. – please pick your child up NO LATER than 3:45 p.m. On Fridays, school closes at 12:15 p.m. Please pick them up no later than 12:30 p.m. Thanks.
Gymnastics students need to be picked up promptly, also. Thank you.
Parents: Please do not park in the fire or bus lane! Please keep this lane open!
Caution: Heavy equipment and large trucks are now present on Ridge View Drive as they break ground next door for the medical professional building and the new pre-school. Use caution as you are coming and going.
Dress Code Reminder: As spring looms nearer (we hope), students will want to wear shorts more often. Please review the guidelines in your handbook with your student. Specifically, plaid pants/shorts are not to be worn and pants/shorts should not have decals or embellishments. Please note the proper length as taken from the handbook → (When worn at the waist shorts are no shorter than 3 inches above the floor when kneeling). Thank you.
Free Turtle Our classroom pet is looking for a new home. He is a red-eared slider aquarium turtle. Turtle and home are free. If you are interested please contact Sandy Hodgson.
Moving Sale Thomasville bedroom set, queen size; twin bed; drop leaf table with 4 chairs and custom pads; hutch; Kimball spinet piano; cream sofa and loveseat; floral sofa bed; end tables with storage; chair; two Thomasville wall units - one entertainment center and one secretariat; 42” glass/oak kitchen table; and metal storage shelves. Please call Jo Ann Wendell at (303) 452-6190 for details if interested.
Classroom News
Continued
Fine Arts
Mrs. Carlisle & Mrs. Force
We are looking forward to a wonderful Picnic and Pops Concert on May 16. The theme this year is songs from the classic musicals. The students are working very hard to provide you with a fantastic evening of entertainment. The festivities begin at 5:30 pm with the picnic. The music is scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm.
THANK YOU to the mysterious and thoughtful person who left a lovely card and a “Lucky Bamboo” plant in the music office with my name on the card.
Thank you so very much!! “Lucky Bamboo” is enjoying “living” on the ranch! Mrs. Carlisle
School Store
Mon. – Thurs. 9a.m. – 3p.m. & Fri. 9a.m. – noon
We have vegetarian canned and frozen products, and seasonings from several companies. Come browse and help our school. Buy by case or individually.
Fund Raising
Box Tops for Education & Campbell's Labels |
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 Save every Box Top for Education and Campbell's Label for our school! The Campbell's "Labels for Education" program is similar -- save the UPC codes of most products (not the front labels as in the past). On most Campbell's products, a tiny inscription beside the "Labels for Education" logo will describe what to save. Vista Ridge Academy benefits from every "Box Tops for Education" and "Campbell's Labels for Education" turned in. Don't throw away these treasures! Our school has received a free huge play parachute from redeeming the Campbell's labels, and we have received over $500 cash from redeeming the Box Tops for Education.
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