Valley Christian Weekly News

January 13, 2025 - Issue 19

January 13, 2025: Issue 19

2024-25 Theme Verse: "I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God." Ephesians 3:17b-19

Preschool - Elementary School - Middle School - High School - Athletics - Friends of VCS

This notice is to inform you of a recent cybersecurity incident that impacted PowerSchool, a company that provides Valley Christian Schools with student information management software. We understand that on December 28, 2024, PowerSchool discovered that an unauthorized actor gained access to certain customer data, potentially including some information related to Valley Christian Schools. We also understand that PowerSchool is working diligently to address this situation and provide all necessary support, and we are working alongside them to keep apprised of their investigation. We acknowledge this may be concerning news. As always, our top priority is to ensure the safety and security of our students, staff and community. We will share further updates as relevant information becomes available.

Thanks to all of you who have given to the VCS Annual Fund. We greatly appreciate your generosity and love for VCS. During the Fall Annual Fund drive you helped us raise over $350,000.

The Blood Drive is coming back to Valley Christian! Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14th, 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM. The American Red Cross is partnering with VCHS Service Leadership for students and adults to donate blood in the High School Legacy Chapel. Did you know that one pint of blood saves three lives? If you donate you will also receive one service hour. Students will sign up on campus. Parents please sign up using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4BA8A62BA3FFCF8-48899171-blood We are excited to partner with you! If you have any questions please email:

Hannah Cortez Hcortez25@vcschools.org

Please invite your friends and family to our Preview Days this month. This is a great way to find out all that Valley Christian has to offer your family.

Elementary Campus - Wednesday, January 15th at 9:00 AM
High School Campus - Thursday, January 16th at 10:00 AM

Invite your friends and family to come to our Elementary and Middle School Open Houses on Saturday, February 1st. Elementary will be at 10:00 AM and Middle School will be at noon.

There will be no school next Monday, 1/20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The Spirit Store will be open tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14th from 3:00 - 4:00 PM. The Spirit store is located on the High School Campus in room B-23. They will also be selling soccer scarfs only at the soccer game tonight, Monday from 5:00 - 6:00 PM.

Friends of the Dumont Slope: Please join us as we prepare for the Spring growing season! Our next tending time is Saturday, January 25th, from 2:00-4:00 PM. See you there! Any questions, please contact Rob Kamstra at 562-484-8546.

Save the Date for the VCS Annual Fundraiser and Auction 2/21. We will be holding the event in the high school gym. Please contact Brian Petteys bpetteys@vcschools.org if you are willing to donate time in a vacation home, season tickets, box seats, or access to a unique experience.

Broadway Showcase 2025 will take place on March 6th and 7th, 2025 at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.

BROADWAY SHOWCASE MANDATORY PARENT MEETING: Parents of all students who are a part of Broadway Showcase MUST attend the Parent Organizational Meeting. Your attendance at this meeting is REQUIRED in order for your child to be able to participate. You can either attend the meeting in person or join virtually via this Zoom LINK. The meeting date & time is:

Thursday, January 16th at 7:30 PM in the VCHS Music Room (C32)

KINDERGARTEN/TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN AUDITIONS: Broadway Showcase Auditions will take place on Tuesday, January 14 from 3:15-4:00 PM in the VCHS Legacy Chapel. Please read and complete the audition form and bring it with you to the audition.

HIGH SCHOOL AUDITIONS: Broadway Showcase Auditions for a HS "Dance Specialty" will take place Wednesday, January 15 at 7:00pm in the VCHS Legacy Chapel. Girls only.

BROADWAY SHOWCASE PARENTS. If you are interested in joining the Broadway Showcase Hospitality Team and providing a meal for the Broadway Showcase staff during rehearsals, please click THIS LINK to sign up!

VCS Employment Opportunities:

Preschool Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher
To see the full job descriptions and apply, please visit https://www.vcschools.org/employment
If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org

Preschool

Parent/Teacher Conferences will take place the week of January 27-30. This is a time for Pre-K parents (Mrs. Ericka and Ms. Jamie's class) and parents of children in Ms. Tricia's class who will attend TK next year (Birthday between September and December) to meet with teachers and discuss their child's growth and development. Sign-up sheets will be available on Wednesday, January 15th.

Colder Weather Reminder: Please remember to label your child's jacket with their name.

Reminder: We will be closed on Monday, 01/20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Elementary School

6th Grade Families - Please join us for the Middle School Open House on Saturday, February 1st 12-1:30 PM. This is a great opportunity for you to tour our campus, meet our staff and hear all about what VCMS has to offer. This is also a great opportunity for you to invite your friends/family who might be interested in attending VCMS. Lunch from TK Burger will be provided. We can't wait to meet you!

January 29 - 6th grade students will take a field trip to the middle school campus to experience a middle school chapel and enjoy lunch on the middle school campus.

MAPS Testing for students in grades K-6th will take place 1/13 - 1/24. 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.

4th Grade Students will be going to the Adobe Brick Museum this Friday, January 17.

Students in grades 5-8 are invited to participate in the upcoming Fine Arts Festival. Students may participate by playing their band/orchestra instrument, singing, or playing a piano solo. All participants will perform at VCES on 2/11. The best performances will represent VCS at the Interscholastic Fine Arts Festival, on 02/27, in Chino. Students and parents can find out more from their music teacher.

Service Hours Opportunity: Do you enjoy listening to students perform? Parents are needed as door monitors for the Fine Arts Festival tryouts Tuesday, 2/11, from 2:30-5:30 PM at the elementary campus. Please email Miss Peppel at npeppel@vcschools.org, if you are available to help.

Coding Class: Do you want your child to learn how to code? Come check out the beginner courses for newbie coders and experienced coders. Classes will be held on Thursdays 3:00-4:00 PM, beginning 1/16 through 2/27 at VCES. Easy, convenient, and your child will learn a valuable skill set. Limited space! Book today! Registration can be found here and a description of the class can be found here.

Chess Wizards - The after-school chess class for students in grades K-6th will be held on Tuesdays on the VCES campus beginning on 1/21 through 3/11, 3:00-4:00 PM. Information and registration can be found here. Information and registration can be found here.

Spirit Day - Pajama Day, Friday, January 31. Come dressed in your favorite jammies! Spirit Day is optional. If you choose not to participate, please be in uniform. Here is the flyer.

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.

Lost and Found - Please have your child check the Lost and Found for any items they may be missing. Any leftover items will be donated on the last day of the month to Affordable Treasures.

Middle School

Parents/Guardians, your students' 2nd quarter grades were finalized on Dec 21, 2024. You should have received an email before Christmas with the report attached. You can also access the grade report using your parent account in PowerSchool. Once you are signed in, go to "Student Reports" on the left. Please contact the middle school office if you have any questions.

Our winter sports season has begun! If you would like to come support our girls volleyball and boys basketball teams, click here for the game schedule. Please note, games are subject to change for various reasons, so make sure to check the calendar regularly.

Broadway Showcase - VCMS rehearsals are every Monday from 4:00-6:00 PM at the VCHS Legacy Chapel.

What’s coming up?

January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (No School)
February 1 - VCMS Admissions Open House from 12 PM - 1:30 PM

High School

There will be no school on Monday, 1/20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Grad Nite Planning Committee meeting Tuesday, January 14th, 7:00 PM in the Verhoeven Career Center. For anyone interested in helping support and plan Grad Nite 2025, feel free to join! Questions? Contact Becky Whitener - 714-928-4074 or beckycwhitener@yahoo.com.

Second Semester Schedules: Need to adjust your schedule? Use the main PowerSchool webpage to see which electives are closed and which are available. Contact Mrs. Gardner or your counselor if you want to make any changes to your schedule. The deadline to add new classes is Tuesday, 1/14.

HIGH SCHOOL AUDITIONS: Broadway Showcase Auditions for a HS "Dance Specialty" will take place Wednesday, January 15 at 7:00 PM in the VCHS Legacy Chapel. Girls only.

Report Cards - were mailed home via USPS Mail last week and an email was sent home with more information about the report card and transcript. If you did not receive the paper mailing or the email, please contact hsinfo@vcschools.org.

Senior Parents - The next senior off campus lunch is this Friday, 1/17. Please remind your students to drive carefully, plan ahead for where they will eat, and order ahead if possible. Students who return late will forfeit the privilege of leaving campus for the next senior off campus lunch.

Senior Yearbook Ad Reminder - The final deadline for submitting senior yearbook recognition ads is Tuesday, 1/21. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. For more information or to submit, please visit www.TheYearbookCompany.com. If you have any questions, please email Danica Newon at Dnewon@vcschools.org. Thank you!

Students leaving school early - Parents, PLEASE try to give the attendance office at least an hour notice, if not more, before picking up your student. The advantage of calling ahead or emailing sdoornbos@vcschools.org is that your student can be ready and waiting when you pick them up, and the school can minimize the amount of class interruptions for students and teachers that go on during the school day. Thank you so much for your consideration!

Counselors News:

If you are interested in taking the digital SAT in the spring of 2025, registration is now open and will fill up quickly! Please visit the following link to register -- https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital/digital-testing/dates-deadlines

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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January 6, 2025 - Issue 18

January 6, 2025: Issue 18

Preschool - Elementary School - Middle School - High School - Athletics - Friends of VCS

Please invite your friends and family to our Preview Days this month. This is a great way to find out all that Valley Christian has to offer your family.

Elementary Campus - Wednesday, January 15th at 9:00 AM
High School Campus - Thursday, January 16th at 10:00 AM

Invite your friends and family to come to our Elementary and Middle School Open Houses on Saturday, February 1st. Elementary will be at 10:00 am and Middle School will be at noon.

There will be no school on Monday, 1/20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

VCS is excited to offer Parenting the Love and Logic Way for parents of children preschool through high school, presented by Dawn DeYoung (Kindergarten teacher) and Sarah Hefner (First Grade teacher). This presentation will be held on six Tuesday evenings, January 14, 21, 28, February 11, 18, 25, 6:30- 8:30 PM on the elementary campus. Childcare will be offered free of charge. This presentation is open to all VCS families and friends of VCS families. Please complete the registration form if you would like to attend. Registration and payment is due by this Wednesday, January 8th. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Garcia at Kgarcia@vcschools.org

Broadway Showcase 2025 will take place on March 6th and 7th, 2025 at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.

Broadway Showcase Kindergarten/Transitional Kindergarten Auditions will take place on Tuesday, January 14, 2024, 3:15-4:00 PM in the VCHS Legacy Chapel. Please read and complete the audition form and bring it with you to the audition.

Broadway Showcase Mandatory Parent Meeting: Parents of all students who are a part of Broadway Showcase MUST attend the Parent Organizational Meeting. Your attendance at this meeting is REQUIRED in order for your child to be able to participate. You can either attend the meeting in person or join virtually via a link we will provide. The meeting date & time is:

Thursday, January 16th at 7:30 PM in the VCHS Music Room (C32)

The Blood Drive is coming back to Valley Christian! On Tuesday, January 14th, 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM. The American Red Cross is partnering with VCHS Service Leadership for students and adults to donate blood in the High School Legacy Chapel. Did you know that one pint of blood saves three lives? If you donate you will also receive one service hour. Students will sign up on campus. Parents please sign up using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4BA8A62BA3FFCF8-48899171-blood We are excited to partner with you! If you have any questions please email Hannah Cortez Hcortez25@vcschools.org

Join us at Moms in Prayer in 2025! Come occasionally or weekly as we pray for our children and schools. Service hours can be earned. If you have questions or prayer requests, contact Julie Long at julieflute@gmail.com. Anyone (students included) can 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 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

Save the Date for the VCS Annual Fundraiser and Auction 2/21/2025. We will be holding the event in the high school gym. Please contact Brian Petteys bpetteys@vcschools.org if you are willing to donate time in a vacation home, season tickets, box seats, or access to a unique experience. All donations are tax deductible.

VCS Employment Opportunities:

Preschool Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher
To see the full job descriptions and apply, please visit https://www.vcschools.org/employment
If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org

Preschool

The VCPS Staff would like to thank you for all the Christmas gifts, cards, and love you bestowed upon them over the Christmas holiday!

Reminder: We will be closed on Monday, 1/20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Elementary School

Mrs. Van Kampen, teachers, and staff would like to thank the students and their families for the many generous gifts and thoughtful cards that were received this Christmas. We truly felt blessed! We wish you all a Blessed 2025!

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.

Lost and Found - Please have your child check the Lost and Found for any items they may be missing. Any leftover items will be donated on the last day of the month to Affordable Treasures.

Middle School

VCMS staff thanks the students and their families for the many generous gifts and cards that were received this Christmas. We truly felt blessed!

Our winter sports season is starting! If you’d like to come support our girls volleyball and boys basketball teams, click here for the game schedule. Please note, games are subject to change for various reasons, so make sure to check the calendar regularly.

Students in grades 5-8 are invited to participate in the upcoming Fine Arts Festival. Students may participate by playing their band/orchestra instrument, singing, or playing a piano solo. All participants will perform at VCES on 2/11. The best performances will represent VCS at the Interscholastic Fine Arts Festival, on 02/27/2025, in Chino. Students and parents can find out more from their music teacher.

What’s coming up?

January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (No School)
February 1 - VCMS Admissions Open House from 12 PM - 1:30 PM

High School

Happy New Year and THANK YOU from the VCHS staff for the thoughtful cards and gifts from parents and students received during the Christmas season. We appreciate your support, encouragement, and generosity!

Welcome to two new staff members for 2nd semester!

Jeff Ludington will be teaching Christian Theology 2
Jessica Garcia, Counselor for students with the last names A-K.

There will be no school on Monday, 1/20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The Sophomore Retreat will be held on Friday, 1/10! There will be no sophomore classes at school this day. However, parents should still contact the Attendance Desk if a student is going to be absent. Please see the email sent out Nov. 12 for more details. REMINDER: On this day, Parents will need to pick up their students at the churches at 6:30 PM. The girls will be at Arbor Road Church in Lakewood and the boys will be at Generations Church in Cerritos. If you have any questions, please email hsinfo@vcschools.org.

Report Cards - will be mailed home via USPS Mail this week and an email will be sent home with more information about the report card and transcript.

HIGH SCHOOL OPENER AND CLOSER: High School students who signed up to participate in Opener and Closer must plan to attend the first rehearsal today, Monday, January 6th from 6:00-9:00 PM in the VCHS Legacy Chapel. If you do not attend the first rehearsal, we will assume you are no longer planning to participate, unless you contact us in advance.

HIGH SCHOOL AUDITIONS: “DONNA SUMMER BACKUP DANCER” - Auditions to become one of the “backup dancers” for the Donna Summer number will take place on Wednesday, January 8th in the VCHS Legacy Chapel at 7:00 PM. Come prepared to dance and learn choreography.

HIGH SCHOOL AUDITIONS: MEN’S SPECIALTY: “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat” - Any additional men who are interested in joining the men’s specialty number, please come to the first rehearsal on Wednesday, January 8th at 5:00 PM

Counselors News:

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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December 16, 2024 - Issue 17

December 16, 2024: Issue 17

Preschool - Elementary School - Middle School - High School - Athletics - Friends of VCS

VCS wishes you a Merry Christmas, celebrating the joy and peace of knowing Jesus as our Savior. Christmas Break begins Thursday, 12/19 with 11:30 AM dismissal. (No school for HS students Thursday, 12/19, unless they are making up for an exam.) Bus service will run at 11:30 AM. Classes resume on Monday, January 6, 2025. All campus offices will close Thursday, 12/19 at 12:00 PM and open again Monday, 1/6/25.

The Business office will be open for limited hours during the two weeks (Dec 23 - Jan 5). However, it is fully open on December 23rd and 30th.

Please consider giving to the VCS Annual Fund Drive. The VCS Board of Directors and two generous donors are putting up a $150,000 match. We could use your help. All donations are tax deductible and you can give at www.vcschools.org/give.

Thank you to all the families who came to the Cocoa and Carols program last week. We are so thrilled to share the joy of the season with you. Thanks to all our students who shared the gift of music and to all the parents who volunteered to help make this evening a blessing. Thanks to all of our music teachers for making this a special memory.

Young Alumni Day: Come back to visit us on Wednesday, 12/18! The open house for VCHS Grads from 2020-24 will be Wednesday 12/18 - 11:30 AM-12:30 PM in the High School Library. We will have drawings for prizes beginning at 11:50 AM. It will be an open house environment with light refreshments being served. We would love to see you!

VCS is excited to offer Parenting the Love and Logic Way for parents of children preschool through high school, presented by Dawn De Young (Kindergarten teacher) and Sarah Hefner (First grade teacher).. This presentation will be held on six Tuesday evenings, January 14, 21, 28, February 11, 18 and 25 from 6:30-8:30 pm on the Elementary Campus. Childcare will be offered free of charge. This presentation is open to all VCS families and friends of VCS families. Please complete the registration form if you would like to attend. Registration and payment is due by January 8. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Garcia at kgarcia@vcschools.org.

Broadway Showcase Audition Results will be released on Thursday, December 19.

Variable Tuition (Financial Aid): Grades TK (Full Day) – 12th Grade. We want to inform you that FAST (Financial Aid School Tuition) has updated its website. Please visit our school’s website for more details and to access the new FAST link.

This year, FAST has introduced a new feature that allows it to automatically obtain your Federal and State tax information from the IRS with your consent and approval. All families applying for financial assistance must provide consent, even if you didn’t file tax returns. This new process will help reduce the time needed to verify your application. If you have questions, please email us at variabletuition@vcschools.org. You’ll find the FAST application link on our website https://www.vcschools.org/admissions/tuition-information

VCS Employment Opportunities:

Preschool Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher
To see the full job descriptions and apply, please visit https://www.vcschools.org/employment
If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org

Preschool

Christmas Program: Please join us TONIGHT at 6:30 PM as our preschool children share the joy of Christmas through song. Desserts and Cocoa will be served after the performance. (Children may be dropped off in their classroom at 6:15 PM). Children should dress in their Christmas best.

Looking Ahead:

Christmas Party/Celebration: Thursday 12/19
Christmas Break Closed: Thursday 12/19 half day for ALL children through Wednesday 1/1

Elementary School

Dear VCES Families, may this Christmas bring you peace, joy, and precious time with family, and may the New Year be filled with blessings, good health, and happiness. Thank you for your continued support throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming you back in the New Year! Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year to All!

1st grade students will be going to the Phantom Projects Theater to see Cat in the Hat on Wednesday, 12/18.

Dismissal at 11:30 AM on Thursday, 12/19 for Christmas Break.

VCES Daycare will be offering full-day daycare on Friday, December 20th, from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. To ensure we can staff appropriately, we kindly ask that you complete the attached form by Monday, December 16th, if you plan to send your student that day. Minimum Enrollment Requirement: A minimum of 15 students is required to provide daycare on December 20th.

The VCS First Lego League teams competed in the Regional Tournament on Saturday, December 14 at La Canada High School. There were a total of 36 teams at the tournament. Congratulations to 1711 Kriller Whalez for finishing 2nd in Robot Game and earning an Engineering Excellence Award! Congratulations to 1713 for earning the Breakthrough Award! Great job to all our teams on a great season. Thanks to our coaches and mentors for all the time and support they have given to our teams.

Festive Christmas Spirit Day - Thursday, 12/19. Show your school spirit by dressing in your best Holly Jolly clothes! Spirit Day is optional. If you choose not to participate, please be in uniform.

Circuits, Robots, and Electric Cars! Valley Christian After School Science Club for grades K-6. Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday classes will be offered beginning December 4, 5 & 6 - 3:00-4:00 PM. Information will be sent home with students this week, registration can be found here.

Skatedogs Mobile Skateboard Park will be offering an 8-session class for students in K-6th at the elementary campus on Fridays, beginning 12/6. Information and registration forms may be found here. Class space is limited and early registration is recommended.

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.

Lost and Found - Please have your child check the Lost and Found for any items they may be missing. Any leftover items after 12/20 will be donated to Affordable Treasures.

Middle School

A huge thank you to the parents who served lunch duty so we could enjoy our Staff Christmas Luncheon! Your help was a blessing to us!

January Hot Lunch Orders are due Wednesday, 12/18. Please help your student to get his/her order turned in on time.

VCMS Athletics: We are in need of a Boys Basketball Coach for the winter sports season. This is a paid position! If you are interested in coaching or would like additional information regarding the program, please email Chloe De Vries at cdevries@vcschools.org.

Thursday, December 19th -

Annual Middle School Bowling Field Trip. A flyer with all of the details (including dress code) was sent home with students on 12/3.
This is a half day. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 AM. For students who take the bus, buses WILL be running on this day.
Students who choose to NOT participate will not have school on this day.
End of 2nd quarter for VCMS

Friday, December 20th - No school! We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!

Looking ahead to 2025:

January 6 - School resumes
January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (No School)
February 1 - VCMS Admissions Open House from 12 PM - 1:30 PM

High School

Its Exam Week - - Monday-Wednesday, December 16-18! Some reminders about Exam Week:

The exam schedule is posted on the High School Student page in Canvas and in the Parent Portal on the school website.
Per school policy, individual exams may not be taken prior to "Exam Week".
Students who are unable to take their exam during the scheduled week (due to travel, illness, etc) will be given an "incomplete" grade in the course until the exam is completed.
Make-up exams for the fall semester will be administered on the last Thursday/Friday of Christmas vacation or after school during the first week of classes in January. A proctoring fee of $30 (per exam) will be assessed except in the case of illness (please provide a doctor’s note). Arrangements must be made with the Assistant Principal.
Attendance during Exam Week: Please DO NOT schedule appointments between 8:00 AM and Noon during Exam Week. If your child is too sick to take exams, contact the Attendance Desk at 562-865-0281, ext. 227, or by emailing sdoornbos@vcschools.org.
Students may not enter or leave campus during the exam blocks (8:30-10:00 AM and 10:30 AM-12:00 PM).
Students should arrive on campus before 8:30 AM or between 10:00-10:30 AM (depending on their exam schedule). While on campus, students who are not taking exams will be required to be in a testing room or remain in the library for the duration of the testing period. If a student does not have an exam, he or she is not required to be on campus.
There is no school for VCHS students in the afternoon on exam days.
VCHS students are not allowed to visit other campuses until 2:45 PM.
Buses will run at regular times (8:00 AM drop off, 2:45 PM departure) on Monday-Wednesday.
The canteen and coffee shop will be open from 8:00-8:30 AM and 10:00-10:30 AM - Monday-Wednesday.
The library will be open until 2:30 PM, Monday-Wednesday.
Uniforms must be worn during finals, or students will not be allowed to take final exams.
There is no school for high school students on Thursday, 12/19, unless a make-up exam has been scheduled.

Second Semester Schedules: NOW is the time for your student to double-check their second semester schedule in PowerSchool! (Don't wait until a day or two before the semester starts!!) Use the main PowerSchool webpage to see which electives are closed and which are available. Your student can contact Mrs. Gardner, the registrar, Lgardner@vcschools.org or their counselor if they want to make any schedule changes.

The high school office will close for the Christmas break starting on Wednesday, 12/18 at 12:30 PM and will open again on Monday, 1/6/2025! If you need to contact the school during Christmas break, please email hsinfo@vcschools.org or call 562-865-0281 ext. 226. Emails and voicemails will be checked a few times a week. We wish you and your families a blessed holiday season!

Junior Parents - please make sure to read the email sent to you last week from the high school office! If you did not receive it, please contact hsinfo@vcschools.org.

Counselors News:

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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December 9, 2024 - Issue 16

December 9, 2024: Issue 16

Preschool - Elementary School - Middle School - High School - Athletics - Friends of VCS

Come One Come All to the 4^th Annual Cocoa & Carols event on Thursday, December 12th, 5:00 - 9:30 PM on the high school campus. This is an all-school Christmas music program celebrating Christ’s birth as a school community and enjoying the amazing music our students, staff, and volunteers have been working hard to prepare. This is a huge event that brings more than 2,000 people to our high school campus. WE NEED EVERYONE INVOLVED TO MAKE THIS EVENT A SUCCESS! Please sign up to volunteer at Cocoa & Carols (hours count towards required Service Hours) and to donate food and/or drink items. Evening activities will include performances by the VCS Bands, Orchestras, Choirs, Ensembles, and Handbells. There will be food and hot beverages to enjoy. Pizza will be sold. Cocoa and baked goods are for a donation. Dress warm in your favorite Christmas attire. Here is the performance schedule.

Poinsettia Fundraiser: Purchase a $25 poinsettia to help decorate for Cocoa & Carols and support the school music programs! Order by Monday, December 9th using the following link and take your poinsettia home at the end of Cocoa & Carols on December 12th. Questions? Email Cate Boese, c.boese17@yahoo.com.

The Spirit Store will be open on Thursday, 12/12, 5:00-8:00 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, check, and digital payments are accepted. Questions can be emailed to Alyson Hogan at spiritstore@vcschools.org.

There's a lot going on at Valley Christian Schools! Please invite your friends and family to come and tour during our Preview Mornings. Each of these events are planned to inform your friends and family about the great academic and co-curricular experiences we offer at Valley Christian Schools!

Wednesday - 12/11 at 9:00 AM Valley Christian Elementary School Preview Morning
Thursday - 12/12 at 9:00 AM Valley Christian Middle School Preview Morning
Thursday - 12/12 at 10:00 AM Valley Christian High School Preview Morning

VCS is excited to offer Parenting the Love and Logic Way for parents of children preschool through high school, presented by Dawn De Young (Kindergarten teacher) and Sarah Hefner (First grade teacher).. This presentation will be held on six Tuesday evenings, January 14, 21, 28, February 11, 18 and 25 from 6:30-8:30 pm on the Elementary Campus. Childcare will be offered free of charge. This presentation is open to all VCS families and friends of VCS families. Please complete the registration form if you would like to attend. Registration and payment is due by January 8. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Garcia at kgarcia@vcschools.org.

There will no Moms in Prayer meeting on Monday, December 16th.

Parent Service Hours - HS Library needs help with cleaning shelves before the Christmas Break. Please reach out to Mrs. Bomgaars if interested at OBomgaars@vcschools.org

The VCS Board of Directors is seeking nominees for 2025-26. Nominate yourself or another member of the VCS Society/community for election to the Board by emailing gandp@bod.vcschools.org. Individuals with backgrounds in finance, accounting, budgeting, pension management, human resources, and administration are encouraged to apply. To learn more about the VCS Society, please click on this link VCS Society

Broadway Showcase Audition Results will be released on Thursday, December 19.

VCS Employment Opportunities:

High School Counselor Status: Full-Time Job Description: Valley Christian High School is seeking a temporary HS Counselor for the second semester of the 2024- 25 school year. This position has the potential to become full-time in the 2025-26 school year. The HS Counselor works with students one-on-one, in small groups, and in the classroom in a counseling and advisement role to provide resources and guidance.
Preschool Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher
To see the full job descriptions and apply, please visit https://www.vcschools.org/employment
If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org

Preschool

Christmas Program: Please join us on Monday, 12/16 at 6:30 PM as our preschool children share the joy of Christmas through song. Desserts and Cocoa will be served after the performance. (Children may be dropped off in their classroom at 6:15 PM). Children should dress in their Christmas best.

Parent Volunteer Opportunity: Dessert donations, set-up/serve/clean-up volunteers are needed for our Christmas Program Desserts and Cocoa on 12/16. Check your email for the Sign-Up Genius was sent out 12/02.

Christmas Holiday Break Sign-Ups: Preschool will be open on 01/02 and 01/03 from 8:00am-4:00pm for those children who signed up to attend.

See's Candies: Thank you to everyone who purchased See's Candies. We were able to raise over $1,000.

Looking Ahead:

Preschool Christmas Program: Monday 12/16 at 6:30 PM (drop off at 6:15 in classroom)
Christmas Break Closed: Thursday 12/19 half day for ALL children through Wednesday 1/1

Elementary School

Tuesday, 12/10 - Kindergarten and 3rd Grade Christmas Concert. Please join us to ring in the Christmas Season with music, skits and song with our Kinder and 3rd grade program! Kindergarten students will perform at 6:30 PM and 3rd grade students perform at 7:30 PM. There will be a short intermission for the transition between grades. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Peppel at npeppel@vcschools.org. The program will be held at BellOne Christian Reformed Church located at 17603 Ardmore Ave, Bellflower.

Christmas Boutique is this week! We are excited to get the kiddos thinking about others and reflecting the Lord's character of abundant provision and love, our God the ultimate giver. Don't forget to send in your child's envelope on their shopping day. Gifts will be wrapped and sent home with them the day they shop - hope you enjoy our new selections:) Classroom schedules can be found here.

3rd grade students will be going to the Natural History Museum on Friday, 12/13.

BIRTHDAY GRAMS: Want to celebrate a high school or elementary students’ birthday with the high school Madrigals Choir?! The Madrigals will deliver a home baked treat or goody bag along with a special rendition of happy birthday to make their day extra special for only $20. Fill out the Birthday Gram Form and drop off payment to your campus office (cash/check) or Venmo @jade-warners. Any questions contact: Jade Warners (Elementary) or Yvette Townsend (High School).

Congratulations to all three of our Valley Christian First Lego League teams! All of them advanced to the Regional Tournament, which will be held on the weekend of December 14 and 15.

Team 1711 won Champions, Best Pit, and Best Merchandise awards.
Team 1712 won the Motivate award.
Team 1713 won the Breakthrough award and the Marketing Mastery Award.

5th and 6th Grade Girls Volleyball and Boys Basketball Evaluations will be held on Tuesday, December 10th and Wednesday, December 11th from 3-4:30pm on the elementary campus. Students MUST attend both days of evaluations. We are still looking for one more adult basketball coach and one adult volleyball coach. If you are interested or have any questions please contact Mrs. Teays at dteays@vcschools.org.

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.

Lost and Found - Please have your child check the Lost and Found for any items they may be missing. Any leftover items after 12/20 will be donated to Affordable Treasures.

Parent Service Hours Opportunity - Annual Kid's Christmas Boutique. The Parent Association needs volunteers to work the Boutique! Set-up on 12/6, daily sales assistance 12/9 - 12/13 (so much fun), and/or clean-up on 12/13. Sign up HERE.

Middle School

The next VCMS Preview Event is this Thursday, 12/12 at 9:00 AM. Tell your friends and family! This is a great opportunity for them to tour our campus and hear all about the programs that VCMS has to offer.

Calling all 8th grade parents- please email a baby picture (age 0-2) or your child to Mrs. Branderhorst at tbranderhorst@vcschools.org or Cecy Hernandez at chernandez29@vcschools.org. Thanks!

Our 7th grade "Change For Change" fundraiser was a success- as a grade, we will be able to send $1,138.32 to the Long Beach Rescue Mission. What a gift your generosity is. Big shout out to Mrs. DeGroot's advisement for bringing in the most change!

VCMS Athletics: We are in need of a Boys Basketball Coach for the winter sports season. This is a paid position! If you are interested in coaching or would like additional information regarding the program, please email Chloe De Vries at cdevries@vcschools.org.

You’re Invited! Join us 12/12 at 5:00 PM for Cocoa & Carols. Valley Christian Schools will be hosting a Christmas celebration with performances by the orchestras, bands, choirs, and handbell choirs, from our elementary, middle school and high school students. This event will take place outdoors on our high school campus. It is a night you won’t want to miss!

We are in need of donations for Cocoa & Carols as well as volunteers to help on Thursday, 12/12. Please sign up by clicking on the following links:
Sign Up Genius for Donations
Sign Up Genius for Volunteers (Service hours will be given.)

Shop ‘Til Your Tuition Drops Christmas Gift Card Sale is going on now. Share the gift guide with family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. The packet was sent home with your student last week. Please turn all orders into the office by Friday, December 13. If you have any questions, please email scrip@vcschools.org or call 562-865-4285.

The VCHS Song Team invites you to their annual prep clinic. Our prep clinic will take place 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM on December 14th. Meet us in the dance room located by the coach's parking lot near the entrance of the football stadium. We welcome anyone in grades 7th-11th who are interested in joining our future pep squad teams. Don’t forget to wear your dance attire, and we recommend that you bring your jazz shoes along. If you are interested in joining us on December 14th, please fill out the registration form at https://forms.gle/aeyRqzNAfuyWXDK46 Can’t wait to see you there!

Thursday, December 19th -

Annual Middle School Bowling Field Trip. A flyer with all of the details (including dress code) was sent home with students on 12/3.
This is a half day. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 AM. For students who take the bus, buses WILL be running on this day.
Students who choose to NOT participate will not have school on this day.
End of 2nd quarter for VCMS.

Friday, December 20th - No school! We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!

Looking ahead to 2025:

January 6 - School resumes
January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (No School)
February 1 - VCMS Admissions Open House from 12 PM - 1:30 PM

High School

Class of 2025 parents: The last discounted deadline for submitting your senior’s yearbook ad is on Thursday, December 12th. Don’t miss out on this opportunity. For more information on pricing and to submit your ad, please visit www.TheYearbookCompany.com. Don’t delay, space is limited.

The VCHS Song Team invites you to their annual prep clinic. Our prep clinic will take place 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM on December 14th. Meet us in the dance room located by the coach's parking lot near the entrance of the football stadium. We welcome anyone in grades 7th-11th who are interested in joining our future pep squad teams. Don’t forget to wear your dance attire, and we recommend that you bring your jazz shoes along. If you are interested in joining us on December 14th, please fill out the registration form at https://forms.gle/aeyRqzNAfuyWXDK46 Can’t wait to see you there!

Exam Week is just around the corner - - Monday-Wednesday, December 16-18! Some reminders about Exam Week:

The exam schedule is posted on the High School Student page in Canvas and in the Parent Portal on the school website.
Per school policy, individual exams may not be taken prior to "Exam Week".
Students who are unable to take their exam during the scheduled week (due to travel, illness, etc) will be given an "incomplete" grade in the course until the exam is completed.
Make-up exams for the fall semester will be administered on the last Thursday/Friday of Christmas vacation or after school during the first week of classes in January. A proctoring fee of $30 (per exam) will be assessed except in the case of illness (please provide a doctor’s note). Arrangements must be made with the Assistant Principal.
Attendance during Exam Week: Please DO NOT schedule appointments between 8:00 AM and Noon during Exam Week. If your child is too sick to take exams, contact the Attendance Desk at 562-865-0281, ext. 227, or by emailing sdoornbos@vcschools.org.
Students may not enter or leave campus during the exam blocks (8:30-10:00 AM and 10:30 AM-12:00 PM).
Students should arrive on campus before 8:30 AM or between 10:00-10:30 AM (depending on their exam schedule). While on campus, students who are not taking exams will be required to be in a testing room or remain in the library for the duration of the testing period. If a student does not have an exam, he or she is not required to be on campus.
There is no school for VCHS students in the afternoon on exam days.
VCHS students are not allowed to visit other campuses until 2:45 PM.
Buses will run at regular times (8:00 AM drop off, 2:45 PM departure) on Monday-Wednesday.
The canteen and coffee shop will be open from 8:00-8:30 AM and 10:00-10:30 AM - Monday-Wednesday.
The library will be open until 2:30 PM, Monday-Wednesday.
Uniforms must be worn during finals, or students will not be allowed to take final exams.
There is no school for high school students on Thursday, 12/19, unless a make-up exam has been scheduled.

Counselors News:

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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December 2, 2024 - Issue 15

December 2, 2024: Issue 15

Preschool - Elementary School - Middle School - High School - Athletics - Friends of VCS

God hears our prayers! Join other Valley moms at Moms in Prayer as we offer God our PRAISE, silent CONFESSION, THANKSGIVING, INTERCESSION for our own children, and prayers for STUDENTS, TEACHERS/STAFF and SCHOOL CONCERNS. Anyone (students included) can leave prayer requests in the boxes in the school offices. Come weekly or occasionally. Service hours can be earned. If you'd like to learn more about this international prayer group, check out momsinprayer.org. Questions or prayer requests? contact Julie at julieflute@gmail.com.

"Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise." James 5:13

VCES Moms in Prayer meets Mondays 8:30-9:30 AM in the conference room off the elementary school 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
we only meet on Mondays when school is in session

The Long Beach Christmas Pageant will be held on Sunday, 12/8, 6:30-8:30 PM. Both the VCHS and VCMS handbell choirs will be playing between 7:00-8:30 PM at Long Beach CRC, 5559 E Wardlow Rd. Invite all to attend this free event! Five churches set up outdoor scenes to reflect the Christmas Story - complete with live actors and live animals. Dress warmly, walk the candle-lit path, and remember the true meaning of Christmas.

Parent Service Hours Opportunity: The high school office needs some help preparing for the annual teacher’s Christmas luncheon. Help is needed before the luncheon and on the day of (Friday, 12/6). Please email hsinfo@vcschools.org for more information.

Parent Service Hours Opportunity- VCHS is seeking volunteers to chaperone and/or assist with set up for the winter formal dance on December 7th. This opportunity is open to all parents seeking service hours, you do not need to have a student in high school. If you are interested or have any questions, please email Christie Vogt at christie.vogt@outlook.com or sign up on Sign-Up Genius at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BAFA62BA3FAC07-52867611-vchs

This year, FAST has introduced a new feature that allows it to automatically obtain your Federal and State tax information from the IRS with your consent and approval. All families applying for financial assistance must provide consent, even if you didn’t file tax returns. This new process will help reduce the time needed to verify your application. If you have questions, please email us at variabletuition@vcschools.org. You’ll find the FAST application link on our website https://www.vcschools.org/admissions/tuition-information

VCS Employment Opportunities:

High School Counselor Status: Full-Time Job Description: Valley Christian High School is seeking a temporary HS Counselor for the second semester of the 2024- 25 school year. This position has the potential to become full-time in the 2025-2026 school year. The HS Counselor works with students one-on-one, in small groups, and in the classroom in a counseling and advisement role to provide resources and guidance.
High School Bible Teacher Status: Full-Time Job Description: Valley Christian High School is seeking a temporary Bible teacher for the second semester of the 2024-25 school year. This position has the potential to become full-time in the 2025-2026 school year.
Preschool Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher
To see the full job descriptions and apply, please visit https://www.vcschools.org/employment
If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracie Jones, hr@vcschools.org

Preschool

Chapel Offering: Thank you to all families who have brought in chapel offerings! We exceeded our donation goal and brought in $230. We were able to purchase six little tikes basketball hoops and three Mickey Mouse light up rideable fire trucks for families in need.

Cooler Weather: As the weather cools, please remember to write your child's name in his/her jacket!

See's Candies Fundraiser is underway: Please support VCPS by purchasing See's Candies order through the fundraiser form (in child's file) OR through the Yum-Raising Link (sent via email). All forms and payments must be turned in by this Wednesday, 12/4 before 10:00 AM. Yum-Raising orders will be delivered directly to the person ordering.This is great for out of state family and friends. Forms that are turned into preschool with payment will be available for pickup the following week at the preschool (date to be determined). Preschool will receive a larger return with orders turned in on 12/4.

Christmas Holiday Break Sign-Ups went home before Thanksgiving break! All parents who would like their child to attend over Christmas break (Thursday 01/02-Friday 01/03) MUST sign up. Please check your child's file for the Christmas Break Daycare Sign-up sheet and return the form to your child's teacher by Friday 12/6.

Looking Ahead:

Preschool Christmas Program: Monday 12/16 at 6:30 PM
Christmas Break Closed: Thursday 12/19 half day for ALL children through Wednesday 1/1
Christmas Break Daycare forms due 12/06: Dates available Thursday 1/2 and Friday 1/3 (sign-ups will be REQUIRED)

Elementary School

The Kid's Christmas Boutique will be held 12/9-12/13 in our library. During this week, your child will be able to shop for family members and friends alike and choose from a wide array of low-cost gifts. A designated time slot is assigned to each class for shopping. Gifts are priced very reasonably, every single gift is under $8, with the vast majority $5 and under! Please remember that there is no obligation to buy or to participate. Please see this link for more information and details. Order envelopes will be sent home with your child.

Congratulations to all three of our Valley Christian First Lego League teams! All of them advanced to the Regional Tournament, which will be held on the weekend of December 14 and 15.

Team 1711 won Champions, Best Pit, and Best Merchandise awards.
Team 1712 won the Motivate award.
Team 1713 won the Breakthrough award and the Marketing Mastery Award.

Every student at VCES will receive a yearbook. If you are looking for a creative way to tell your student, “I love you and I’m proud of you", a recognition ad can be placed in the yearbook here. More information can be found here. Yearbook recognition ads will be accepted until 12/5/24, space is limited and on a first come first serve basis.

5th & 6th Grade Athletics: We are in need of adult girls volleyball coaches and adult boys basketball coaches. These are paid positions! Tryouts will be held before the Christmas break. More information will be available for that as time approaches. If you are interested in coaching or would like additional information regarding the program, please email Danette Teays-dteays@vcschools.org

VCES is looking forward to spreading joy this holiday season and we are partnering with Kingdom Causes for the Bellflower Community Christmas Toy Store. This toy drive gives parents in the community an opportunity to purchase toys for their kids at a significantly discounted price. Please see this link for the registry list.

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.

Lost and Found - Please have your child check the Lost and Found for any items they may be missing. Any leftover items after 12/20 will be donated to Affordable Treasures.

Middle School

Thank you to all who came out to support our middle school actors in their play, ‘The Wizard of Oz: The Deleted Scene.’ Your support and encouragement means so much to our students!

The next VCMS Preview Event is 12/12 at 9:00 AM. Tell your friends and family! This is a great opportunity for them to tour our campus and hear all about the programs that VCMS has to offer.

Calling all 8th grade parents- please email a baby picture (age 0-2) or your child to Mrs. Branderhorst at tbranderhorst@vcschools.org or Cecy Hernandez at chernandez29@vcschools.org. Thanks!

Change 4 Change- the 7th grade advisements are competing to see which advisement can bring in the most donations. Tuesday will be nickels, Wednesday is dimes, Thursday is quarters and Friday is paper (dollar) bills. All proceeds will go to the Long Beach Rescue Mission to help them meet the increase in needs at Christmas time. So dig into those couch cushions and join the fun!

Thursday, December 19th -

Annual Middle School Bowling Field Trip. A flyer with all of the details will be sent home with students on 12/3. Be on the lookout!
This is a half day. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 AM. For students who take the bus, buses WILL be running on this day.
End of 2nd quarter for VCMS.

Friday, December 20th - No school

High School

The Long Beach Christmas Pageant will be held on Sunday, 12/8, 6:30-8:30 PM. Both the VCHS and VCMS handbell choirs will be playing between 7:00-8:30 PM at Long Beach CRC, 5559 E Wardlow Rd. Invite all to attend this free event! Five churches set up outdoor scenes to reflect the Christmas Story - complete with live actors and live animals. Dress warmly, walk the candle-lit path, and remember the true meaning of Christmas.

Students leaving school early - Parents, PLEASE try to give the Attendance Office at least an hour notice (if not more) before picking up your student. The advantage of calling ahead or emailing sdoornbos@vcschools.org is that your student can be ready and waiting when you pick them up, and the school can minimize the amount of class interruptions that go on during the school day. Thank you so much for your consideration!

Sophomore Parents: An email was sent home with information about the Sophomore Retreat on Friday, January 10, 2025. Please contact the office at hsinfo@vcschools.org if you did not receive the email.

WINTER FORMAL DANCE: Take a journey to the land of the pyramids at the VCHS Winter Formal Dance, Night on the Nile, on December 7th.

VCHS Exams are December 16-18. Some reminders about Exam Week:

The exam schedule is posted on the High School Student page in Canvas and in the Parent Portal on the school website.
Per school policy, individual exams may not be taken prior to "Exam Week".
Students who are unable to take their exam during the scheduled week (due to travel, illness, etc) will be given an "incomplete" grade in the course until the exam is completed.
Make-up exams for the fall semester will be administered on the last Thursday/Friday of Christmas vacation or after school during the first week of classes in January. A proctoring fee of $30 (per exam) will be assessed except in the case of illness (please provide a doctor’s note). Arrangements must be made with the Assistant Principal.
Attendance during Exam Week: Please DO NOT schedule appointments between 8:00 AM and Noon during Exam Week. If your child is too sick to take exams, contact the Attendance Desk at 562-865-0281, ext. 227, or by emailing sdoornbos@vcschools.org.
Students may not enter or leave campus during the exam blocks (8:30-10:00 AM and 10:30 AM-12:00 PM).
Students should arrive on campus before 8:30 AM or between 10:00-10:30 AM (depending on their exam schedule). While on campus, students who are not taking exams will be required to be in a testing room or remain in the library for the duration of the testing period. If a student does not have an exam, he or she is not required to be on campus.
There is no school for VCHS students in the afternoon on exam days.
VCHS students are not allowed to visit other campuses until 2:45 PM.
Buses will run at regular times (8:00 AM drop off, 2:45 PM departure) on Monday-Wednesday.
The canteen and coffee shop will be open from 8:00-8:30 AM and 10:00-10:30 AM - Monday-Wednesday.
The library will be open until 2:30 PM, Monday-Wednesday.
Uniforms must be worn during finals, or students will not be allowed to take final exams.
There is no school for high school students on Thursday, 12/19, unless a make-up exam has been scheduled.

Senior Off Campus Lunch - The next senior off campus lunch will be this Friday, Dec. 6. Students who return late will not be allowed to leave campus the next time there is an off-campus lunch. We encourage the seniors to drive safely and plan ahead so that they are not rushed or returning late - consider ordering ahead on an app!

Senior Parents - The counseling department sent an email on Nov. 21 with information about Financial Aid as your students plan ahead for college. Please contact the high school office at hsinfo@vcschools.org if you did not receive that email!

NHS Students and Parents - please check the email that was sent on Nov. 22 and make sure you complete the form in that email before Christmas break - thank you! If you need the email sent again, please contact hsinfo@vcschools.org.

Counselors News:

Senior Parents: The FAFSA is now live! Check your inbox for an email that was sent on Nov 21 for more information! Also, if you would like to learn more, please register for the SoFi webinar on Dec 3rd at 5pm. Register here. This webinar will cover everything you need to know about completing the FAFSA®. Registrants will get a copy of the recorded live event even if they cannot attend during the live date.

Junior "grad checks" have begun and every junior will have their individual meeting completed by the end of the semester.

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.

Requested Announcements

Join our GEMS Girls Club! Games, Crafts, Bible-centered devotions and Fun! 1st and 3rd Wednesdays - 6:30 - 8:00 PM - 12/4, and 12/18. Girls in 1st - 8th grade. Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior. First Christian Reformed Church of Bellflower, 17603 Ardmore Ave, Bellflower - 562-866-5577 - office@bellonecrc.org

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