Valley Christian Weekly News

  • September 25, 2023 Issue 6

    Posted by Leann Bakker on 9/25/2023 3:15:00 PM

    2023-24 Theme Verse: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." Colossians 3:12

     
    The Spirit Store will be open on Tuesdays in September from 3:00-4:00 PM! The Spirit Store sells VC t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, hats, and socks. It is located on the high school campus in room B23. Cash, checks, and digital payments are accepted. Questions can be emailed to Alyson Hogan at ahogan@vcschools.org.
     
    Parent and Student Volunteer Hours Opportunity: Friends of the Dumont Slope - Please join us as we tend our CA Native Plant Garden, Saturday, 9/30 - 2:00-4:00 PM. Please consider bringing your personal garden tools to help with the weeding. We would really appreciate volunteers to help with the tending in between our monthly work times too. If you have any questions, contact Rob Kamstra at 562-484-8546.
     
    The Band and Orchestra Parent Association (BOPA) will be holding a clothing drive over the next two weeks! Please take a minute to go through your closets and bring in any reusable clothing, jackets, shoes, or linens. Drop-off days are Saturday, 9/23 and Saturday, 9/30 at the high school bus lane in front of Hall B, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If you would like a special drop-off time or have 5 or more bags you would like picked up, please text Sunshine Ollmann at 714-478-7988.
     
    Calling all VC Veterans of the US Armed Forces! VCHS would like to honor our VC Alumni that have served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces as part of our Veteran's Day Assembly on 11/8/23. Please send name and contact email to Laura Pheifer at VCHS. LPheifer@vcschools.org
     
    It’s fall concert season! Check out the great music concert options coming up!
    • Tuesday, 10/3 -  4th Grade Musical “Storms” - 7:00 PM, First Christian Reformed Church of Bellflower (Bell One), 17603 Ardmore Ave, Bellflower
    • Thursday, 10/12 - VCMS Fall Concert - 7:00 PM, location TBA - featuring the 7th Grade Orchestra, 8th Grade Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Band and Handbells
    • Monday, 10/16 - VCHS Instrumental Concert, 7:30 PM, VCHS Legacy Chapel - featuring Orchestra, Handbells, Jazz Band, and Wind Ensemble
    • Tuesday, 10/17 - VCHS Choir Concert, 7:30 PM, First Christian Reformed Church of Bellflower (Bell One), 17603 Ardmore Ave, Bellflower - featuring the Concert Choir, Women’s Ensemble, and Madrigals
    • Thursday, 10/19 - VCES Band Coffee Concerts - 6th grade at 10:20 AM; 5th grade at 11:00 AM - VCES Chapel Monday,
    • Monday, 10/30 - 6th-8th Grade Choir Concert - First Christian Reformed Church of Bellflower (Bell One), 17603 Ardmore Ave, Bellflower
     
    Parent Service Hours Opportunity: We only have 2 home games left in this season, on 10/13 and 10/27. A fun way to get those service hours is to help out in the canteen during the football season. Working in the canteen not only supports our football team but Valley Athletic Boosters, which supports all sports programs at Valley Christian. Click here to sign up to help. Your help is very much needed and appreciated. If you're interested in helping out this year, please contact Mario & Angie Ortiz at m.aortiz5@yahoo.com
     
    Would you like to have a booth on Vendor Row at our annual Harvest Festival on October 13th? If you have a business you'd like to promote, sign up and pay at this link by September 28th! (no food except pre-packaged items).
     
    Harvest Festival is Friday, October 13th, 3:00-7:00 PM on VCHS Campus. Enjoy a Night of Family, Friends, and Fun! Games for every age, prizes, pony rides, petting zoo, vendors row, and of course, food! HARVEST FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITIES: There are numerous opportunities to help with this year’s festival (Friday, 10/13) as well as earn service hours. Please click on the links below to discover the countless ways to participate!
     
    Job Openings:
    • HS Science Teacher - Full-time - High School
    • Daycare Aide - After school - Part-time - Elementary School
    • Bus Driver: Part-time or Substitute
    • Director of Facilities-full time beginning October 2, 2023
    • Middle School Principal-full time beginning Summer of 2024
    To see the full job description and apply, please visit www.vcschools.org and click on the Employment Opportunities tab. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org
     
    Preschool  
     
    Johnny Appleseed Day 9/26: Please dress your child in Red, Green, or Yellow on 9/26 as we talk about Johnny Appleseed, eat some apple snacks, and create art using apples.
     
    Picture Proofs: Please check your child's file for their picture day QR code. Scan the code, create an account, and wait for Classic Image to send you proofs of your child's photo (for purchase).
     
    Reminder: Preschool will be closed Monday, 10/9 for Teachers-in-Service Training.
     

    Elementary School
     
    Sensory Screening Results for Grades TK, K, 1st grade boys, 2nd and 5th - Forms from Southern California Sensory Screening for students whose screening results were within normal range will be sent home with your child today. If it was recommended for your child to have a follow-up visit with their physician, as per the results of the hearing and/or vision screening; emails were sent to those parents on 9/22.
     
    Spirit Day - Tourist Day, Friday, September 29 - Dress in your best tourist attire or like you're on vacation! Spirit Day is optional. If you choose not to participate, please be in uniform.
     
    Student Pictures are available for you to view and order online. An email was sent out last week from Classic Image Photography with the information needed to view your child's pictures. Please check your emails. If you have any questions, please contact Classic Image directly at debbie@classicimage.net or 562-865-3636.
     
    4th Grade Walk Through California will be held on Wednesday, 10/4.
     
    Parenting with Purpose: Join us on Tuesday, 10/10 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM in the VCES Multipurpose Room for Parenting with Purpose, a new parent gathering geared toward equipping and empowering parents of elementary students. Our school counselor, Mrs. Stahl, will facilitate a time of learning from one another and taking home new ideas for connecting with and growing your relationship with your children. Questions? Email Mrs. Stahl at sstahl@vcschools.org.
     
    Lego Robotics Club (Lego Building and Coding) - The after-school Lego Building class for students in 3rd-6th grade will be held on Wednesdays beginning 10/18-12/6. This Lego Robotics Club building & coding program helps students learn the fundamentals of STEM education and skills needed to become the future leaders of tomorrow. This Lego Robotics Club also helps elementary students prepare for middle school and high school VEX robotics programs. Information and registration can be found here.
     
    Chess Wizards Chess Class - The after-school Chess Class for students in grades K-3rd will be held on Mondays beginning on 10/16 - 12/4, 3:00-4:00 PM.  Information and registration can be found here.
     
    Webby Dance Company! Valley Christian After School Jazz & Gymnastics Class for grades TK-3rd. Classes will be held on Tuesdays, 3:00-3:45 PM, beginning 9/12 for 8 weeks. Registration and more information can be found here.
     
    Discover the Physics of Balance, Motion, & Gravity! A Valley Christian after-school science club for grades K-5th. Class will be on Tuesdays and Wednesdays - 3:00-4:00 PM. Information and registration can be found here.
     
    The Kids Cheer Clinic is coming for girls in grades 1st-6th! Save the Date! Come join our Defenders Dance and Cheer Teams for a week of cheering, dancing, and fun! Participants will get the chance to cheer on the sideline and perform in the halftime routine at our Harvest Festival football game! When: Tuesday, 10/10 - Thursday, 10/12. Registration and information can be found here!
     
    Pop Tabs: We are partnering with The Ronald McDonald House to help families in their time of need by collecting Pop Tabs. Students may bring in their pop tabs at any time.
     
    VCES Student Absences: If your child is going to be absent from school, please notify the elementary office by 8:30 AM at VCESOffice@vcschools.org or by calling the office at 562-920-9902. Thank you.
     
    Student Drop Off and Pick Up: Parking is very limited in the staff/bus parking lot. Park on the street if possible, except on Tuesdays, which are street sweeping days. Please be mindful when parking on the street as to not block neighbors driveways. Do NOT drop your child off in the street on Grand Ave. Please be courteous when driving down Grand, Hacienda and Monterey streets, SLOW DOWN for the safety of children and neighbors.
     
    Student Drop Off Items (lunches, instruments, etc.) To ensure the safety and wellbeing for all students and staff, please note the changes for items that are dropped off for your child.
    • Instruments, homework etc. may be dropped off on or near the cart outside the front office.
    • Lunch drop off, including from external services such as Uber Eats, DoorDash, and other similar platforms may be placed on the cart outside the front office. Fast food lunch drop offs should only be used for emergencies or a special occasions. This should NOT be a daily or weekly occurrence for your child.
    • Please ensure that lunches, homework, instruments, etc. are labeled with the student's full name and class so they may be delivered to students in a timely manner.
    We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines.
     
    Staff/Bus Parking Lot: Parking is very limited in the staff/bus parking lot. Please park on the street if possible, except on Tuesdays, which are street sweeping days.
     

    Middle School
     
    Hot Lunch Orders are due by Wednesday, September 27.
     
    Dress Code Reminder: Parents, please make sure your students are coming to school in the appropriate uniform. Shorts must be black or khaki, Dennis Uniform or Dickies brand, and must be the appropriate length. Shorts and skirts may not be rolled. Pants must be black or khaki flat front, uniform pants (no denim allowed. No cargo pants allowed). To view the middle school dress code in its entirety, please click here to access our student handbook and scroll to the dress code section. If your student comes to school out of dress code, you will be required to bring them the appropriate uniform. Students will receive 1 discipline warning for dress code violations, and from there demerits will be issued. We appreciate your cooperation and partnership!
     
    Middle School Play - Rehearsals for this year's middle school play are on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the middle school chapel. Students involved in sports should first come to play rehearsal, will be dismissed at 3:55 PM to go to sports practice, and then return to play rehearsal if able. All cast members should come to our first rehearsal and a more detailed rehearsal schedule will be provided. If you have any questions, email Ms. Aguilera at waguilera@vcschools.org
     
    VCMS Needs YOU! We are currently seeking parent volunteers who can help with costumes and stage design/set-up for our middle school play. The play will take place on 11/16-11/17. Please contact the middle school office if you are interested at 562-865-6519 or vcmsoffice@vcschools.org.
     
    Fall Sports are in full swing at VCMS! Flag Football, Girls Basketball & Cheer practices have started! If you’d like to come support our athletes, click here for the game schedule or visit vcathletics.net. Please note, games are subject to change for various reasons, so make sure to check the calendar.
     
     
     
    High School
     
    Moms of Seniors '24 - You are invited to join us on Monday, 9/25 at 7:00 PM in the VCHS Library to pray for our seniors. Join us as we pray for the Holy Spirit to cover them with peace, protection, discernment, wisdom, guidance and courage throughout this pivotal season in their lives. We'll gather monthly. Check the VC Calendar or VC email for additional dates.
     
    England, France, Spain Trip 2025: Just wanted to remind you that the last day to take advantage of the early enrollment discount is September 29th. So, if you've been meaning to sign your child up for the trip, you might as well get the discount. If you or your child are interested in visiting historical sites like those listed below, contact Mr. Rhodes at mrhodes@vcschools.org for more information. If you would like to enroll your child in the trip, you can go to www.educationaltravel.com/Rhodes-2959
     
    Trip Highlights: 12 days and 3 countries (England, France, Spain) Guided City Sightseeing in the cities of London-Bath-Paris-Versailles-Barcelona-Madrid-Toledo, Stonehenge, Roman Baths, Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, St. Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London and the Crown Jewels, Eurostar Chunnel crossing, Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Eiffel Tower Ascent, Les Invalides, Notre Dame Cathedral, Seine River Cruise, Louvre, Palace of Versailles, French Cooking Class, Barcelona Bike Tour, Casa Mila, Madrid Royal Palace,Toledo Cathedral
     
    Check out our Fall Sports Highlight video! Thank you to our high school Digital Media class and Junior Copper Abbott for this amazing edit! https://bit.ly/45TNCqV
     
    Parent and Student Volunteer Hours Opportunity: Friends of the Dumont Slope - Please join us as we tend our CA Native Plant Garden, Saturday, 9/30 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Please consider bringing your personal garden tools to help with the weeding. We would really appreciate volunteers to help with the tending in between our monthly work times too. If you have any questions, contact Rob Kamstra at 562-484-8546.
     
    Wednesday, 10/11 is Testing Day at VCHS - starting at 8:15 AM. Please avoid scheduling appointments this day and make sure that your students get plenty of rest and have a good breakfast.
    • 9th graders will be rotating through multiple sessions that include: taking a strengths test, mental health, and 4 year academic/college planning.
    • 10th and 11th graders will be taking the PSAT
    • 12th graders have the option to stay home, make a college visit,or take the SAT or ASVAB career test. (sign ups have been completed)
    • Please note that school will start at 8:15 AM (unlike most Wednesdays that start at 9:00 AM). Please arrive by 8:00 AM to find your testing room. Students will not necessarily finish at the same time, but testing ends at approximately noon.
    • There is no lunch service on testing day.
    • High school students are not permitted to visit other VCS campuses until after 2:45 PM.
    • Buses will run their normal schedules.
     
    Looking for parent service hours?  We are looking for candy donations for our student council's harvest festival booths. You will get 1 service hour for each bag of individually wrapped candy, up to 2 hours! You can drop the candy off in the front HS office. Please put your first and last name on the bag, as well as the grade of your student, so that you can receive service hours.
     
    Counselors News -
     
    On Campus College Visits:
    • Thursday, 9/28 US Army 11:15 AM
    • Thursday, 10/19 Dordt University 11:15 AM
     
    CITY OF LAKEWOOD COLLEGE FAIR - Free admission to the City of Lakewood College Fair on Tuesday, 10/10 at The Center (5000 Clark Ave, Lakewood, 90712). More info can be found at https://www.lakewoodcity.org/Events/Community-Events/College-Fair
     
    CHRISTIAN COLLEGE FAIR - Valley Christian High School will be hosting a Christian College Fair on Thursday, 10/26, 6:00-8:00 PM. Over 20 admissions representatives from Christian colleges throughout the United States will be in attendance!

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    Athletics
     
    For a schedule of upcoming athletic events at each campus, please refer to the campus-specific athletic calendars online at the athletics website: www.vcathletics.net
     

    Friends of VCS
     
    Affordable Treasures Thrift Store - Call our store 562-866-0060 or schedule a pick-up on our website affordabletreasuresthrift.org.
     

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    Requested Announcements  
     
    First Steps Christian Preschool has a Director position available. The preschool director should be a Christ-centered person and willing to know all aspects of administration. Working collaboratively with the preschool board, teachers, parents, and other staff of the church. The director should lead the day to day management of the preschool. The purpose of First Steps Christian Preschool is to be a visible arm of the church's ministry to families in Artesia and surrounding communities, by providing a Christian daycare and preschool program for younger children. If interested and for more information, please contact Michele De Boer at lmdeboer90701@yahoo.com
     
    For more news and announcements, see our News page.
     
    To subscribe or unsubscribe from the weekly email distribution, please contact VCNews@vcschools.org.



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  • September 18, 2023 Issue 5

    Posted by Leann Bakker on 9/18/2023 3:15:00 PM

    2023-24 Theme Verse: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." Colossians 3:12

     
    Parent and Student Volunteer Hours Opportunity:  Friends of the Dumont Slope - Please join us as we tend our CA Native Plant Garden, Saturday, 9/30 - 2:00-4:00 PM. Please consider bringing your personal garden tools to help with the weeding. We would really appreciate volunteers to help with the tending in between our monthly work times too. If you have any questions, contact Rob Kamstra at 562-484-8546.
     
    The Spirit Store will be open on Tuesdays in September from 3:00-4:00 PM! The Spirit Store sells VC t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, hats, and socks. It is located on the high school campus in room B23. Cash, checks, and digital payments are accepted. Questions can be emailed to Alyson Hogan at ahogan@vcschools.org.
     
    The Band and Orchestra Parent Association (BOPA) will be holding a clothing drive over the next two weeks! Please take a minute to go through your closets and bring in any reusable clothing, jackets, shoes, or linens. Drop-off days are Saturday, 9/23 and Saturday, 9/30 at the high school bus lane in front of Hall B, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.  If you would like a special drop-off time or have 5 or more bags you would like picked up, please text Sunshine Ollmann at 714-478-7988.
     
    Parent Service Hours Opportunity: A fun way to get those service hours is to help out in the canteen during football season. Working in the canteen not only supports our football team but Valley Athletic Boosters, which supports all sports programs at Valley Christian. Click here to sign up to help. Your help is very much needed and appreciated. If you're interested in helping out this year, please contact Mario & Angie Ortiz at m.aortiz5@yahoo.com
     
    Would you like to have a booth on Vendor Row at our annual Harvest Festival on October 13th? If you have a business you'd like to promote, sign up and pay at this link by September 28th! (no food except pre-packaged items).
     
    Harvest Festival is Friday, October 13th, 3:00-7:00 PM on VCHS Campus. Enjoy a Night of Family, Friends, and Fun! Games for every age, prizes, pony rides, petting zoo, vendors row, and of course, food! HARVEST FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITIES: There are numerous opportunities to help with this year’s festival (Friday, 10/13) as well as earn service hours. Please click on the links below to discover the countless ways to participate!
     
    Job Openings:
    • HS Science Teacher - Full-time - High School
    • Daycare Aide - After school - Part-time - Elementary School
    • Bus Driver: Part-time or Substitute
    • Director of Facilities-full time beginning October 2, 2023
    • Middle School Principal-full time beginning Summer of 2024
    To see the full job description and apply, please visit www.vcschools.org and click on the Employment Opportunities tab. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org
     
     
    Preschool  
     
    Picture Day will be on Tuesday, 9/19 and Wednesday, 9/20. Each child received a notice in their file indicating which day they will take pictures - Tuesday or Wednesday.
     
    Signing In/Out: Please remember to sign your child in each morning at drop off and out again each afternoon at pickup!
     
    Johnny Appleseed Day 9/26: Please dress your child in Red, Green, or Yellow on 9/26 as we talk about Johnny Appleseed, eat some apple snacks, and create art using apples.
     
    Looking Ahead:
    • Tuesday, September 19: Picture Day (1)
    • Wednesday, September 20: Picture Day (2)
    • Tuesday, September 26: Johnny Appleseed Day
     

    Elementary School
     
    Student Pictures are available for you to view and order online. An email was sent out last week from Classic Image Photography with the information needed to view your child's pictures. Please check your emails. If you have any questions, please contact Classic Image directly at debbie@classicimage.net or 562-865-3636.
     
    The Fall Fundraiser Kick Off began 9/6 and will run through 9/20. Information was sent home with students on 9/6. Take a peek here.
     
    Webby Dance Company! Valley Christian After School Jazz & Gymnastics Class for grades TK-3rd. Classes will be held on Tuesdays, 3:00-3:45 PM, beginning 9/12 for 8 weeks. Registration and more information can be found here.
     
    Discover the Physics of Balance, Motion, & Gravity! A Valley Christian after-school science club for grades K-5th. Class will be on Tuesdays and Wednesdays - 3:00-4:00 PM. Information and registration can be found here.
     
    Spirit Day - Tourist Day, Friday, September 29 - Dress in your best tourist attire or like you're on vacation! Spirit Day is optional. If you choose not to participate, please be in uniform.
     
    The Kids Cheer Clinic is coming for girls in grades 1st-6th! Save the Date! Come join our Defenders Dance and Cheer Teams for a week of cheering, dancing, and fun! Participants will get the chance to cheer on the sideline and perform in the halftime routine at our Harvest Festival football game! When: Tuesday, 10/10 - Thursday, 10/12. Sign ups coming soon!
     
    Pop Tabs: We are partnering with The Ronald McDonald House to help families in their time of need by collecting Pop Tabs. Students may bring in their pop tabs at any time.
     
    VCES Student Absences: If your child is going to be absent from school, please notify the elementary office by 8:30 AM at VCESOffice@vcschools.org or by calling the office at 562-920-9902. Thank you.
     
    Student Drop Off and Pick Up: Parking is very limited in the staff/bus parking lot. Park on the street if possible, except on Tuesdays, which are street sweeping days. Please be mindful when parking on the street as to not block neighbors driveways. Do NOT drop your child off in the street on Grand Ave. Please be courteous when driving down Grand, Hacienda and Monterey streets, SLOW DOWN for the safety of children and neighbors.
     
    Student Drop Off Items (lunches, instruments, etc.) To ensure the safety and wellbeing for all students and staff, please note the changes for items that are dropped off for your child.
    • Instruments, homework etc. may be dropped off on or near the cart outside the front office.
    • Lunch drop off, including from external services such as Uber Eats, DoorDash, and other similar platforms may be placed on the cart outside the front office. Fast food lunch drop offs should only be used for emergencies or a special occasions. This should NOT be a daily or weekly occurrence for your child.
    • Please ensure that lunches, homework, instruments, etc. are labeled with the student's full name and class so they may be delivered to students in a timely manner.
    We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines.
     
    Staff/Bus Parking Lot: Parking is very limited in the staff/bus parking lot. Please park on the street if possible, except on Tuesdays, which are street sweeping days.
     

    Middle School
     
    Dress Code Reminder: Parents, please make sure your students are coming to school in the appropriate uniform. Shorts must be black or khaki, Dennis Uniform or Dickies brand, and must be the appropriate length. Shorts and skirts may not be rolled. Pants must be black or khaki flat front, uniform pants (no denim allowed. No cargo pants allowed). To view the middle school dress code in its entirety, please click here to access our student handbook and scroll to the dress code section. If your student comes to school out of dress code, you will be required to bring them the appropriate uniform. Students will receive 1 discipline warning for dress code violations, and from there demerits will be issued. We appreciate your cooperation and partnership!
     
    Middle School Play - Rehearsals for this year's middle school play begin on Monday, 9/18. Rehearsals will be Mondays and Wednesdays - 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the middle school chapel. Students involved in sports should first come to play rehearsal, will be dismissed at 3:55 PM to go to sports practice, and then return to play rehearsal if able. All cast members should come to our first rehearsal and a more detailed rehearsal schedule will be provided. If you have any questions, email Ms. Aguilera at waguilera@vcschools.org
     
    VCMS Needs YOU! We are currently seeking parent volunteers who can help with costumes and stage design/set-up for our middle school play. The play will take place on 11/16-11/17. Please contact the middle school office if you are interested at 562-865-6519 or vcmsoffice@vcschools.org.
     
    Fall Sports are in full swing at VCMS! Flag Football, Girls Basketball & Cheer practices have started! If you’d like to come support our athletes, click here for the game schedule or visit vcathletics.net. Please note, games are subject to change for various reasons, so make sure to check the calendar.
     
     
     
    High School
     
    Parents of Seniors '24! Let's pray for our students and their school leaders while they are away on their Senior Retreat this weekend. Look for an email coming this week to sign up for an hour of prayer or click this link to fill the spots. We need all of you!
     
    Moms of Seniors '24 - You are invited to join us on Monday, 9/25 at 7:00 PM in the VCHS Library to pray for our seniors. Join us as we pray for the Holy Spirit to cover them with peace, protection, discernment, wisdom, guidance and courage throughout this pivotal season in their lives. We'll gather monthly. Check the VC Calendar or VC email for additional dates.
     
    Check out our Fall Sports Highlight video! Thank you to our high school Digital Media class and Junior Copper Abbott for this amazing edit! https://bit.ly/45TNCqV
     
    Reporting Absences/Early pick ups - If your student is going to be absent or if you need to pick them up early for an appointment, etc. please contact Mrs. Doornbos ahead of time at the attendance desk - 562.865.0281 ext. 227 or sdoornbos@vcschools.org.
     
    Parent and Student Volunteer Hours Opportunity: Friends of the Dumont Slope - Please join us as we tend our CA Native Plant Garden, Saturday, 9/30 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Please consider bringing your personal garden tools to help with the weeding. We would really appreciate volunteers to help with the tending in between our monthly work times too. If you have any questions, contact Rob Kamstra at 562-484-8546.
     
    Career Slices is starting again this year! This is an opportunity for students to learn about the different careers available to explore. We have ten slots available this year and would love for you to get involved, If you are interested please fill out this form and we will contact you with further details. Filling out this form does not guarantee a spot but we will keep your information on file for future events. These events are typically held during lunch on Wednesdays -12:45-1:20 PM at the high school.
     
    Counselors News - On Campus College Visits:
    • Tuesday, 9/19 Cal Baptist University 11:50 AM
    • Monday, 9/25 Hillsdale College 11:50 AM
    • Thurs 10/19 Dordt University 11:15 AM
    College Application Workshop with the Counselors:  Join us this Wednesday, 9/20 at 8:00 AM for a college application workshop with the Counselors in the SSB. Make sure to bring a laptop or Ipad. 
     
    CITY OF LAKEWOOD COLLEGE FAIR - Free admission to the City of Lakewood College Fair on Tuesday, 10/10 at The Center (5000 Clark Ave, Lakewood, 90712). More info can be found at https://www.lakewoodcity.org/Events/Community-Events/College-Fair
     
    CHRISTIAN COLLEGE FAIR - Valley Christian High School will be hosting a Christian College Fair on Thursday, 10/26, 6:00-8:00 PM. Over 20 admissions representatives from Christian colleges throughout the United States will be in attendance!

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    Athletics
     
    For a schedule of upcoming athletic events at each campus, please refer to the campus-specific athletic calendars online at the athletics website: www.vcathletics.net
     

    Friends of VCS
     
    Affordable Treasures Thrift Store - Call our store 562-866-0060 or schedule a pick-up on our website affordabletreasuresthrift.org.
     

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    Requested Announcements  
     
    First Steps Christian Preschool has a Director position available. The preschool director should be a Christ-centered person and willing to know all aspects of administration. Working collaboratively with the preschool board, teachers, parents, and other staff of the church. The director should lead the day to day management of the preschool. The purpose of First Steps Christian Preschool is to be a visible arm of the church's ministry to families in Artesia and surrounding communities, by providing a Christian daycare and preschool program for younger children. If interested and for more information, please contact Michele De Boer at lmdeboer90701@yahoo.com
     
    For more news and announcements, see our News page.
     
    To subscribe or unsubscribe from the weekly email distribution, please contact VCNews@vcschools.org.



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  • September 11, 2023 Issue 4

    Posted by Leann Bakker on 9/11/2023 3:15:00 PM

    2023-24 Theme Verse: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." Colossians 3:12

    New to VC Schools? Join us for the New Parent Dinner, Tuesday, 9/12 at 6:00 PM on the VCHS Campus. Enjoy a meal, meet and mingle with VC staff and new parents, while learning about your opportunities for making the most of your family's time at Valley Christian Schools.
     
    The Blood Drive is coming back to Valley Christian! On Tuesday, 9/12, 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM, the American Red Cross is partnering with Service Leadership for students and adults to donate blood in the High School Legacy Chapel. Did you know that 1 pint of blood saves three lives? If you donate, you will also receive 1 service hour. Students will sign up on campus. Parents, please sign up using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A4A92EA6F5C25-blood1. We are excited to partner with you! If you have any questions, please email Chloe Taylor at ctaylor24@vcschools.org
     
    Friends of the Dumont Slope: Please join us as we tend our CA Native Plant Garden, Saturday, 9/30 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Please consider bringing your personal garden tools to help with the weeding. We would really appreciate volunteers to help with the tending in between our monthly work times too. If you have any questions, contact Rob Kamstra at 562-484-8546.
     
    Parent Service Hours Opportunity: A fun way to get those service hours is to help out in the canteen during football season. Working in the canteen not only supports our football team but Valley Athletic Boosters, which supports all sports programs at Valley Christian. Click here to sign up to help. Your help is very much needed and appreciated. If you're interested in helping out this year, please contact Mario & Angie Ortiz at m.aortiz5@yahoo.com
     
    Would you like to have a booth on Vendor Row at our annual Harvest Festival on October 13th? If you have a business you'd like to promote, sign up and pay at this link by September 28th! (no food except pre-packaged items).
     
    Harvest Festival is Friday, October 13th, 3:00-7:00 PM on VCHS Campus. Enjoy a Night of Family, Friends, and Fun! Games for every age, prizes, pony rides, petting zoo, vendors row, and of course, food!

    HARVEST FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITIES: There are numerous opportunities to help with this year’s festival (Friday, 10/13) as well as earn service hours. Please click on the links below to discover the countless ways to participate!

     
    Job Openings:
    • HS Science Teacher - Full-time - High School
    • Athletic Trainer - Flexible - High School
    • Daycare Aide - After school - Part-time - Elementary School
    • Bus Driver: Part-time or Substitute
    • To see the full job description and apply, please visit www.vcschools.org and click on the Employment Opportunities tab. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org
     
    Preschool  
     
    File Review: If you received a File Audit form, please return the highlighted forms to the preschool office asap.
     
    Picture Day: will be on Tuesday, 9/19 and Wednesday, 9/20. Each child will receive a notice in their file later in the week indicating which day they will take pictures - Tuesday or Wednesday.
     
    Signing In/Out: Please remember to sign your child in each morning at drop off and out again each afternoon at pickup!
     
    Looking Ahead:
    • Tuesday, September 12: New Parent Dinner
    • Friday, September 15: Maroon and Gold Day
    • Tuesday, September 19: Picture Day (1)
    • Wednesday, September 20: Picture Day (2)

    Elementary School
     
    Student Pictures are available for you to view and order online. An email was sent out last week from Classic Image Photography with the information needed to view your child's pictures. Please check your emails.  If you have any questions, please contact Classic Image directly at debbie@classicimage.net or 562-865-3636.
     
    Maroon & Gold Spirit Day - Friday, 9/15. Click here for more information.
     
    The Fall Fundraiser Kick Off began 9/6 and will run through 9/20. Information was sent home with students on 9/6. Take a peek here.
     
    Fall Enrichment Classes - Thursdays, September 21 - October 19, 3:00 - 4:00 PM.  If your child would like to participate in an enrichment class, fill out this form and return with your payment by Friday, September 15. Please indicate your preferences by putting a “1” before your first choice and a “2” before your second choice. The fee for each class is $30.00 to cover the instructor stipend.  There may be an additional fee for supplies, please check below.  Space is limited. Class availability is on a first come, first serve basis.
     
    Webby Dance Company! Valley Christian After School Jazz & Gymnastics Class for grades TK-3rd. Classes will be held on Tuesdays, 3:00-3:45 PM, beginning 9/12 for 8 weeks. Registration and more information can be found here.
     
    Discover the Physics of Balance, Motion, & Gravity! A Valley Christian after-school science club for grades K-5th. Class will be on Tuesdays and Wednesdays - 3:00-4:00 PM. Information and registration can be found here.
     
    Southern California Sensory Screening - Wednesday, 9/13 - Students in grades TK, K, 2nd, & 5th for vision and hearing, and 1st grade boys for colorblindness at no charge. An informational form was sent home with students last week. If you would like your child screened for any additional tests or are in a grade other than what is listed above, please fill out and return this additional testing form.
     
    VCES Student Absences: If your child is going to be absent from school, please notify the elementary office by 8:30 AM at VCESOffice@vcschools.org or by calling the office at 562-920-9902. Thank you.
     
    Student Drop Off Items (lunches, instruments, etc.) To ensure the safety and wellbeing for all students and staff, please note the changes for items that are dropped off for your child. 
    • Instruments, homework etc. may be dropped off on or near the cart outside the front office. 
    • Lunch drop off, including from external services such as Uber Eats, DoorDash, and other similar platforms may be placed on the cart outside the front office. Fast food lunch drop offs should only be used for emergencies or a special occasions. This should NOT be a daily or weekly occurrence for your child.
    • Please ensure that lunches, homework, instruments, etc. are labeled with the student's full name and class so they may be delivered to students in a timely manner.

    We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines. 

     

    Pop Tabs: We are partnering with The Ronald McDonald House to help families in their time of need by collecting Pop Tabs. Students may bring in their pop tabs at any time.
     
    MAPS Testing for students in grades K-6th will take place September 5 - 15. Testing will be at various times throughout the day depending on the classroom schedule. Please make sure your student gets a good night's rest, eats breakfast, and arrives at school on time.
     
    5th & 6th Grade Athletics: Tryouts will take place in September for Boys Flag Football and Girls Basketball. More information will be coming soon. We are in need of Boys Flag Football and Girls Basketball coaches. These are paid positions! If you are interested or would like additional information regarding the program, please email Danette Teays at dteays@vcschools.org
     
    Staff/Bus Parking Lot: Parking is very limited in the staff/bus parking lot. Please park on the street if possible, except on Tuesdays, which are street sweeping days.
     
    The Kids Cheer Clinic is coming for girls in grades 1st-6th! Save the Date! Come join our Defenders Dance and Cheer Teams for a week of cheering, dancing, and fun! Participants will get the chance to cheer on the sideline and perform in the halftime routine at our Harvest Festival football game! When: Tuesday, 10/10 - Thursday, 10/12. Sign ups coming soon!
     

    Middle School
     
    Attention: All who are interested in the Middle School Washington D.C./East Coast Trip scheduled for May 29 - June 4, 2024. We will be having an informational meeting on Tuesday, 9/12 at 5:00 PM in the MS Chapel. Come and hear Mr. Huisman and Mrs. Vande Vegte tell about this amazing travel opportunity for all current 7th and 8th grade students. (Parents are welcome to join us on the trip.) Click on this link to learn more about this opportunity.
     

    This week is homecoming week at the middle school! To celebrate, we will have some fun dress-up days and activities.

    • Monday- Comfy Day
    • Tuesday- Bikers Vs. Surfers
    • Wednesday- USA
    • Thursday- Class Color Day (advisement teacher will tell you)
    • Friday- VC Spirit Day

    On Friday we will have a pep assembly and the Kona Ice truck will be here - students will need to bring $5-7 cash if they would like to buy one.
    ***Please note*** - all dress up days must be within our dress code in the VCMS handbook. If students choose not to dress up, then they must be in uniform. Go VCS!

     

    Riding the bus as a guest? If your student will be riding the bus home with a friend as a guest, they must bring a parents' permission note to the office and request a bus pass. They will not be able to ride the bus without a pass!
     
    VCMS Needs YOU! We are currently seeking parent volunteers who can help with costumes and stage design/set-up for our middle school play. The play will take place on November 16-17. Please contact the middle school office if you are interested at 562-865-6519 or vcmsoffice@vcschools.org.
     
    Parents, when sending cash to school with your students to purchase items (hot lunch, etc.) please send the exact amount. The middle school office does not have change. Thank you!
     
    Need parent service hours? Come pray! Moms in Prayer meets each week to pray for our children and schools. Join us occasionally or weekly. If you are interested, or have questions or prayer requests, contact Julie Long at julieflute@gmail.com or come to the middle school office to pick up an informational flier. The Middle School Moms in Prayer meets Mondays, 8:30-9:30 AM, in room 3.
     
    Fall Sports are in full swing at VCMS! Flag Football, Girls Basketball & Cheer practices have started! If you’d like to come support our athletes, click here for the game schedule or visit vcathletics.net. Please note, games are subject to change for various reasons, so make sure to check the calendar.
     
     
     
     
    High School
     
    Reporting Absences/Early pick ups - If your student is going to be absent or if you need to pick them up early for an appointment, etc. please contact Mrs. Doornbos ahead of time at the attendance desk - 562.865.0281 ext. 226 or sdoornbos@vcschools.org. 
     
    Senior Parents - The Counseling Dept is hosting a parent night tonight, Monday, 9/11, 6:30 - 7:30 PM in the Legacy Chapel to share information about the college application process. Please mark your calendar!
     
    Scholastic Arts Society (SAS) Meeting - Thursday, 9/14, 7:00 PM in the Van Dyk Conference Room located in the high school office building.
     
    Friends of the Dumont Slope: Please join us as we tend our CA Native Plant Garden, Saturday, 9/30 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Please consider bringing your personal garden tools to help with the weeding. We would really appreciate volunteers to help with the tending in between our monthly work times too. If you have any questions, contact Rob Kamstra at 562-484-8546.
     
    2023 VCHS Homecoming! Parents of high school students, we need your help! We are expecting over 400 kids for this year’s homecoming dance on Friday, 9/15. The dance is immediately following the football game and we would like to provide snacks and drinks for the kids. If you are willing and able to donate an item or help chaperone the dance, sign up through this LINK.
     
    Mark Your Calendars:
    • Friday, 9/15 - Homecoming
    • Friday, 9/22 - Senior retreat - no seniors will be on campus
    • Monday, 10/9 - No school
    • Wednesday, 10/11 - Testing day 8:15-11:30 AM - mandatory for all 9th-11th graders, and optional for 12th graders who signed up for the SAT. Ending time varies based on each testing room.
    • Friday, 10/13 - Harvest Festival
    • Friday, 10/27 - No school
     
    Career Slices is starting again this year! This is an opportunity for students to learn about the different careers available to explore. We have ten slots available this year and would love for you to get involved, If you are interested please fill out this form and we will contact you with further details. Filling out this form does not guarantee a spot but we will keep your information on file for future events. These events are typically held during lunch on Wednesdays -12:45-1:20 PM at the high school.
     
    Counselors News - On Campus College Visits:
    • Thursday, 9/14  Jessup University  11:15 AM
    • Tuesday, 9/19 Cal Baptist University 11:50 AM
    • Monday, 9/25 Hillsdale College 11:50 AM
    • Thurs 10/19 Dordt University 11:15 AM 
     
    Senior Parents - The Counseling Dept is hosting a meeting TONIGHT to discuss the college application process! Join us in the Legacy Chapel - 6:30 - 7:30 PM!
     
    SAVE THE DATE - Valley Christian High School will be hosting a Christian College Fair on Thursday, 10/26, 6:00-8:00 PM. Over 20 admissions representatives from Christian colleges throughout the United States will be in attendance!
     

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    Athletics
     
    For a schedule of upcoming athletic events at each campus, please refer to the campus-specific athletic calendars online at the athletics website: www.vcathletics.net
     

    Friends of VCS
     
    Affordable Treasures Thrift Store - Call our store 562-866-0060 or schedule a pick-up on our website affordabletreasuresthrift.org.
     

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    Requested Announcements  
     
    First Steps Christian Preschool has a Director position available. The preschool director should be a Christ-centered person and willing to know all aspects of administration. Working collaboratively with the preschool board, teachers, parents, and other staff of the church. The director should lead the day to day management of the preschool. The purpose of First Steps Christian Preschool is to be a visible arm of the church's ministry to families in Artesia and surrounding communities, by providing a Christian daycare and preschool program for younger children. If interested and for more information, please contact Michele De Boer at lmdeboer90701@yahoo.com
     
    For more news and announcements, see our News page.
     
    To subscribe or unsubscribe from the weekly email distribution, please contact VCNews@vcschools.org.



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  • September 5, 2023 Issue 3

    Posted by Leann Bakker on 9/5/2023 3:15:00 PM

    2023-24 Theme Verse: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." Colossians 3:12

     
    Valley Christian Schools night at Angels Stadium on Friday, 9/29! Join us on Friday, 9/29 for a fun night at Angel Stadium with your VC Schools family and friends. Enjoy watching our VCHS Vocal Music students perform the Star Spangled Banner and a fun night of Angels Baseball. Tickets are $20 and are limited! Pick up a ticket order form at any campus office. In case you missed last Friday's ticket deadline, a grace period is now allowing for ticket orders to be submitted by WEDNESDAY, 9/6. Don't miss this final opportunity to join us! Tickets will be delivered to your student prior to the game. Any questions? Contact Tracy Sturm at tracysturm@remax.net
     
    New to VC Schools? Join us for the New Parent Dinner, Tuesday, 9/12 at 6:00 PM on the VCHS Campus. Enjoy a meal, meet and mingle with VC staff and new parents, while learning about your opportunities for making the most of your family's time at Valley Christian Schools. Please RSVP here by 9/5 to attend this dinner. This evening is for parents only.
     
    Parent Service Hours Opportunity: We are looking for help with clean up after the New Parent Dinner on Tuesday, 9/12. Please contact Leann Bakker at 562-860-0556 or info@vcschools.org for more details.
     
    The Blood Drive is coming back to Valley Christian! On Tuesday, 9/12, from 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM, the American Red Cross is partnering with Service Leadership for students and adults to donate blood in the High School Legacy Chapel. Did you know that 1 pint of blood saves three lives? If you donate, you will also receive 1 service hour. Students will sign up on campus. Parents, please sign up using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A4A92EA6F5C25-blood1. We are excited to partner with you! If you have any questions, please email Chloe Taylor at ctaylor24@vcschools.org
     
    Need Parent Service Hours? Come Pray! Moms in Prayer meets each week to pray for our children and schools. Join us occasionally or weekly. If you have questions or prayer requests, contact Julie Long at julieflute@gmail.com. Anyone (students included) may leave prayer requests in the prayer boxes in the school offices.
    • VCES Moms in Prayer meets Mondays 8:30-9:30 AM in the conference room off the elementary school of the office.
    • VCMS Moms in Prayer meets Mondays 8:30-9:30 AM in Room 3
    • VCHS Moms in Prayer meets Mondays 8:30-9:30 AM in the VCHS Van Dyk Conference Room off the HS admissions office.
     
    Parent Service Hours Opportunity: A fun way to get those service hours is to help out in the canteen during football season. Working in the canteen not only supports our football team but Valley Athletic Boosters, which supports all sports programs at Valley Christian. Click here to sign up to help. Your help is very much needed and appreciated. If you're interested in helping out this year, please contact Mario & Angie Ortiz at m.aortiz5@yahoo.com
     
    Would you like to have a booth on Vendor Row at our annual Harvest Festival on October 13th? If you have a business you'd like to promote, sign up and pay at this link by September 28th! (no food except pre-packaged items).
     
    Harvest Festival is Friday, October 13th, 3:00-7:00 PM on VCHS Campus. Enjoy a Night of Family, Friends, and Fun! Games for every age, prizes, pony rides, petting zoo, vendors row, and of course, food!

    HARVEST FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITIES: There are numerous opportunities to help with this year’s festival (Friday, 10/13) as well as earn service hours. Please click on the links below to discover the countless ways to participate!

     
    Job Openings:
    • HS Science Teacher - Full-time - High School
    • Piano Accompanist - Part-time - High School
    • Athletic Trainer - Flexible - High School
    • Daycare Aide - After school - Part-time - Elementary School
    • Bus Driver: Part-time or Substitute
    • To see the full job description and apply, please visit www.vcschools.org and click on the Employment Opportunities tab. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org
     
    Preschool  
     
    New Parent Welcome Dinner: Attention new families, please join our preschool staff on Tuesday, September 12 for the New Parent Welcome Dinner (High School Campus). Please RSVP to let us know you will attend.
     
    Parent Service Hours: Hot Lunch Pick Up: Calling all half-day parents. Would you like to earn your 10 hours of service for the school year? We are looking for parent volunteers to choose 1 day per week to pick up hot lunch at our elementary school at 11:25 AM and then drop it off at the preschool when you pick up your preschool child. Please see Mrs. Sara for more information or to sign up. Monday and Friday are currently available.
     
    File Review: The preschool office will be reviewing files over the next few weeks. Please see Mrs. Sara if you receive a paper indicating missing items or if you would like to update any important information within your child's file.
     
    Looking Ahead:
    • Friday, September 15: Maroon and Gold Day
    • Tuesday, September 19: Picture Day (1)
    • Wednesday, September 20: Picture Day (2)
     

    Elementary School
     
    Student Pictures will be available this week for you to view and order online. Classic Image Photography will send an email to parents with the information needed to view pictures. Please check your emails.
     
    Webby Dance Company! Valley Christian After School Jazz & Gymnastics Class for grades TK-3rd. Classes will be held on Tuesdays, 3:00-3:45 PM, beginning 9/12 for 8 weeks. Registration and more information can be found here.
     
    Discover the Physics of Balance, Motion & Gravity! A Valley Christian after-school science club for grades K-5th. Class will be on Tuesdays and Wednesdays - 3:00-4:00 PM. Information and registration can be found here.
     
    Southern California Sensory Screening - Wednesday, 9/13 - Students in grades TK, K, 2nd, & 5th for vision and hearing, and 1st grade boys for colorblindness at no charge. An informational form was sent home with students last week. If you would like your child screened for any additional tests or are in a grade other than what is listed above, please fill out and return this additional testing form.
     
    VCES Student Absences: If your child is going to be absent from school, please notify the elementary office by 8:30 AM at VCESOffice@vcschools.org or by calling the office at 562-920-9902. Thank you.
     
    Pop Tabs: We are partnering with The Ronald McDonald House to help families in their time of need by collecting Pop Tabs. Students may bring in their pop tabs at any time.
     
    MAPS Testing for students in grades K-6th will take place September 5 - 15. Testing will be at various times throughout the day depending on the classroom schedule. Please make sure your student gets a good night's rest, eats breakfast, and arrives at school on time.
     
    The Fall Fundraiser Kick Off begins 9/6 and will run through 9/20. Information will be sent home with students on Sept. 6. Take a peek here.
     
    5th & 6th Grade Athletics: Tryouts will take place in September for Boys Flag Football and Girls Basketball. More information will be coming soon. We are in need of Boys Flag Football and Girls Basketball coaches. These are paid positions! If you are interested or would like additional information regarding the program, please email Danette Teays at dteays@vcschools.org
     
    Staff/Bus Parking Lot: Parking is very limited in the staff/bus parking lot. Please park on the street if possible, except on Tuesdays, which are street sweeping days.
     
    The Kids Cheer Clinic is coming for girls in grades 1st-6th! Save the Date! Come join our Defenders Dance and Cheer Teams for a week of cheering, dancing, and fun! Participants will get the chance to cheer on the sideline and perform in the halftime routine at our Harvest Festival football game! When: Tuesday, 10/10 - Thursday, 10/12. Sign ups coming soon!
     

    Middle School
     
    Attention: All who are interested in the Middle School Washington D.C./East Coast trip scheduled for May 29 - June 4, 2024. We will be having an informational meeting on Tuesday, 9/12 at 5:00 PM in the MS Chapel. Come and hear Mr. Huisman and Mrs. Vande Vegte tell about this amazing travel opportunity for all current 7th and 8th grade students. (Parents are welcome to join us on the trip.) Click on this link to learn more about this opportunity.
     
    Riding the bus as a guest? If your student will be riding the bus home with a friend as a guest, they must bring a parents' permission note to the office and request a bus pass. They will not be able to ride the bus without a pass!
     
    VCMS Needs YOU! We are currently seeking parent volunteers who can help with costumes and stage design/set-up for our middle school play. The play will take place on November 16-17. Please contact the middle school office if you are interested at 562-865-6519 or vcmsoffice@vcschools.org.
     
    Remember pick-up can get very backed up. Please remind your student they may walk to your car and they do not have to wait for you to pull up to the front of the school.
     
    School items or lunches/snacks that are dropped off during school hours are to be placed on the cart outside the middle school office. Please make sure the item is clearly labeled with your students name.
     
    Parents, when sending cash to school with your students to purchase items (hot lunch, etc.) please send the exact amount. The middle school office does not have change. Thank you!
     
    School backpacks and folders: All backpacks and folders brought to school must be able to fit in a student's locker. Backpacks with wheels and extra large binders/folders will not fit. You are welcome to stop by the school to measure the space before you shop for new items.
     
    Need parent service hours? Come pray! Moms in Prayer meets each week to pray for our children and schools. Join us occasionally or weekly. If you are interested, or have questions or prayer requests, contact Julie Long at julieflute@gmail.com or come to the middle school office to pick up an informational flyer. The Middle School Moms in Prayer meets Mondays, 8:30-9:30 AM, in room 3.
     
     
     
     
    High School
     
    Bus passes are available from the high school office. Students are not allowed to ride a bus with a friend unless it is requested in writing through Mrs. Rietveld in the high school office.
     
    Senior Parents - All seniors are asked to have a senior portrait taken at Classic Image, our school photographer, to be put in the yearbook. If you were not able to schedule your senior portrait appointment during the summer, please do so as soon as possible by calling 562-865-3636. There will be a $45 sitting fee and an option to buy more prints. Senior portraits should be taken by the end of September or the ID card photo will be used in the yearbook instead.
     
    Europe Trip 2025 Meeting: We had a fantastic trip to Europe this summer and we're starting to plan the next Europe trip for May 24-June 4, 2025. We will have a parents' information meeting on Thursday, 9/7 at 6:15 PM in Mr. Rhodes' room C31. Email  mrhodes@vcschools.org for more information. If you would like to enroll your child in the trip, you can go to www.educationaltravel.com/Rhodes-2959 Early deadline is Thursday, 9/28.
     
    Interested in checking out Valley's championship robotics team? Questions can be forwarded to Valerie Jasper at vjasper@vcschools.org. Parents mark your calendars for the robotics team's new parents meeting on Thursday, 9/7, 7:00 PM in Room B18.
     
    2023 VCHS Homecoming!Parents of high school students, we need your help! We are expecting over 400 kids for this year’s homecoming dance on September 15th. The dance is immediately following the football game and we would like to provide snacks and drinks for the kids. If you are willing and able to donate an item or help chaperone the dance, sign up through this LINK.
     
    Career Slices is starting again this year! This is an opportunity for students to learn about the different careers available to explore. We have ten slots available this year and would love for you to get involved, If you are interested please fill out this form and we will contact you with further details. Filling out this form does not guarantee a spot but we will keep your information on file for future events. These events are typically held during lunch on Wednesdays from 12:45-1:20 PM at the high school.
     
    Counselors News - On Campus College Visits:
    • Thursday, 9/7 Concordia University 11:15 AM
    • Friday, 9/8 University Of San Francisco 11:50 AM
    • Tuesday, 9/19 Cal Baptist University 11:50 AM
    • Monday, 9/25 Hillsdale College 11:50 AM
     
    Senior Parents - The Counseling Dept is hosting a parent night on Monday, 9/11 - 6:30 - 7:30 PM in the Legacy Chapel to share information about the college application process. Please mark your calendar!
     
    SAVE THE DATE - Valley Christian High School will be hosting a Christian College Fair on Thursday, 10/26, 6:00-8:00 PM. Over 20 admissions representatives from Christian colleges throughout the United States will be in attendance!
     
    Senior Parents: Reminder to check your email for the optional SAT test on Wednesday, 10/11. Here is the link to sign up and the deadline to register is 9/8.
     

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    Athletics
     
    For a schedule of upcoming athletic events at each campus, please refer to the campus-specific athletic calendars online at the athletics website: www.vcathletics.net
     

    Friends of VCS
     
    Affordable Treasures Thrift Store - Call our store 562-866-0060 or schedule a pick-up on our website affordabletreasuresthrift.org.
     

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    Requested Announcements  
     
    First Steps Christian Preschool has a Director position available. The preschool director should be a Christ-centered person and willing to know all aspects of administration. Working collaboratively with the preschool board, teachers, parents, and other staff of the church. The director should lead the day to day management of the preschool.  The purpose of First Steps Christian Preschool is to be a visible arm of the church's ministry to families in Artesia and surrounding communities, by providing a Christian daycare and preschool program for younger children.
    If interested and for more information, please contact Michele De Boer at lmdeboer90701@yahoo.com
     
    For more news and announcements, see our News page.
     
    To subscribe or unsubscribe from the weekly email distribution, please contact VCNews@vcschools.org.



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