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Join PTA: It's not too late! Parents, teachers, and students, please join our VMS PTA either through the PTA Website or directly at https://www.joinpta.org/.

You may also visit our VMS PTA Facebook page to see the latest updates. For questions regarding VMA PTA, please contact president.vmspta@gmail.com.

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Monday, March 28th

College Day - Wear a college shirt and jeans!

8 Period Day

• Advisory

Musical Rehearsal

• Stage
• 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Boys' Soccer VMS vs. Roach MS

• Liberty HS
• 5:30 p.m./7 p.m.

Tuesday, March 29th

We Are One - Wear your We Are One shirt and jeans!

8 Period Day

• Viking Time - ILA

UIL Band V

Musical Rehearsal

• Stage
• 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Cross Country District Meet @ Warren Park

• 4:30 p.m. 7th & 8th Grade Girls
• 5:30 p.m. 7th & 8th Grade Boys

Wednesday, March 30th

Block Schedule Periods 1, 3, 5, 7

• Viking Time - History

UIL Band V

Girls' Soccer VMS vs. Roach MS

• Liberty HS
• 5:30 p.m./7 p.m.

Teacher of the Year Banquet

• The Star: Ford Center
• 6 p.m.

Redhawk Rally (9th Grade Night)

• Liberty High School Cafe
• 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m..

Thursday, March 31st

PTA Inclusion Day - Wear your inclusion shirt!

Block Schedule Periods 2, 4, 6, 8

• Viking Time - Math

Musical Rehearsal

• Stage
• 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Orchestra Concert

• 6th Grade Concert
• 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Friday, April 1st

Spirit Day - Wear VMS, Liberty, or Emerson gear and jeans!

8 Period Day

• Viking Time - Science

Q4 IPR Assignment Cutoff

Orchestra Concert - Non-Beginner Solo Ensemble

• Lawler MS (All Day)

Soccer Tournament

• Inquire w/ Athletics for Details

Saturday, April 2nd

Soccer Tournament

• Inquire w/ Athletics for Details

April

4-1 Assignment Cutoff

4-4 Librarian Appreciation Week

4-4 Advanced Tennis Tryouts

4-4 PTA Board Meeting

4-4 Musical Rehearsal

4-4 STEAM Night Sign-Up Deadline

4-5 Musical Rehearsal

4-5 Track Meet

4-7 IPR Posted in HAC

4-7 Musical Rehearsal

4-7 Orchestra Solo Ensemble

4-8 UIL Eligibility

4-8 Fire Drill

4-9 Choir All Region Auditions

Curricular Clubs: Reach out to the sponsors for meeting dates/times.

National Junior Honor Society - Sponsors Kim Shea & Wendy Tamney

Art Club - Sponsor Leanne Rainey

Academic Pentathlon - Sponsors Kristen Roberts & Jamie Buzan

STUCO - Sponsor Allison Hillman

Book Club - Sponsor Tiffany Crites

Thespian Club - Sponsor Jordan Barrett

Kidz Publishing Corps - Sponsor Keegan Lewis

Non-Curricular Clubs: Students may provide information related to their non-curricular club to their peers via student created posters, word-of-mouth, and student announcements.

Congratulations to Mrs. Rainey for her nomination for the Fine Arts Teacher of the Year! There are six core values that serve as the driving force behind daily operations within the Fine Arts department and the individual decisions as professionals in Frisco ISD: Attitude; Professionalism; Character; Integrity; Accountability; and Dedication. Mrs. Rainey exhibits these attributes daily, and we are so proud that she has been nominated for Frisco ISDs Fine Arts Teacher of the Year.

Here are a few things that Vandeventer teachers had to say about Mrs. Rainey:

• "She goes above and beyond in her profession by organizing fun activities, art shows and connecting with local community." Dedication
• "Leanne has a great understanding of the curriculum and is always a positive model for her colleagues. Leanne makes sure that all teachers understand, and do not feel isolated on their campuses when planning lessons, or learning new art techniques (she's always willing to share)." Dedication
• "Leanne goes well beyond her teaching duties to enhancing our Visual Art department in many ways. For example, she is always the first to volunteer for any opportunity that arises whether it be a mentor to our new hires, serving on the curriculum writing and PLC teams, or jumping in to provide help at a moment's notice. She also puts in extra hours to provide unique opportunities for her students such as implementing a cross-curricular Fine Art show on her campus each year. Her dedication to her students doesn't go unnoticed." Dedication

• "Leanne is an extremely dedicated individual, She is always going above and beyond to do fun and interesting projects with her students. She is often promoting her students work on social media to bring awareness. She is always helpful to her peers by sharing lessons and resources and willing to step up in times of need." Dedication

• "This is my first year at Frisco ISD and Leanne has been my mentor helping me get acclimated to the district. On top of being the TAEA regional representative, and being on the Secondary Visual Arts PLC & curriculum writing team, she is always there to help another art teacher if they are in need. She is one of the kindest, hardworking art teachers that I have met here. She is dedicated to her students, and fellow art teachers here at Frisco ISD." Dedication

• "Leanne is the best example of a teacher with STRONG character. she is continually modeling excellence for her students, co-workers, and administration by working to establish relationships which are positive and encouraging. Leanne is highly influential to her Visual Arts peers always willing to share and promote knowledge. Leanne displays such as integrity by modeling how to do the right thing even when it's hard; honesty when she speaks to colleagues and staff; courage when she takes on new challenges; loyalty by being a reliable friend and confident, fortitude by putting in long days and hours while also caring for her family , and other important virtues that promote good behavior. These character traits define who she is as a person and highly influence positive choices others make in their lives." Character
• "Ms. Rainey is passionate about her classes and shows excitement in her art lessons." Character

Parents/guardians are allowed to eat lunch with their student(s); however, we are asking parents/guardians to notify the administration as least 24 hours in advance by completing the form linked below. There will be a 2 visitor/family maximum per lunch per day on a first come first serve basis. Campus office staff will provide an email confirmation to the requestor if the lunch reservation is approved. The requestor MUST receive this email confirmation to redeem the reservation on the date/time requested.

Parents/guardians are NOT allowed to bring food and/or eat lunch with students other than their own student. There are tables designated for parents eating lunch with their student(s). Parents/guardians MUST check-in at the front office to receive a visitor badge. Additionally, parents/guardians/visitors must be listed in eSchool in order for the lunch reservation to be accepted and confirmed. Unauthorized visitors will not be granted access to the building.

All visitors must be prepared to show their photo identification when checking in at the front office and in order to receive a visitor badge.

Please complete the form linked below when requesting a lunch visit.

Advanced tennis tryouts for the 2022-23 school year will be on April 4th. Tryouts will be during the PE/Athletic class period. Students must bring a racket with them on that day. If you have any questions please email justissb@friscoisd.org.

What: CPR Classes for VMS Students

When: Thursday, April 21, 2022

Where: VMS Library

Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

In this class, students will learn Adult and Child CPR and how to operate an AED. Spots are limited due to COVID-19 safety protocols and are on a first come first serve basis due to appropriate social distancing standards. Cost is $10 cash, and all participants will receive a HEARTSAVER CPR card from the American Heart Association. Certification is good for two years.

Contact Nurse Teeling with questions at 469-633-4358 or teelingh@friscoisd.org

*Click on the link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4EA9A823AAF94-student

Congratulations to our Vandeventer Choir students who received top scores from all 6 UIL judges in their concert and sight reading. We call this a Sweepstakes! Great job to all our students and Mrs. Cotten for her leadership!

(Click here to listen to their stage performance)

Please help me congratulate our Symphonic Orchestra students for earning Sweepstakes at UIL! Way to go, Vikings! Great job to Mr. Fickling and Mr. Schamous for their leadership and continued support of the Viking Orchestra!

Please drive safely and slowly through the carpool lanes for morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up. Please help create a safe environment by following the procedures outlined below:

Morning Arrival:

• All non-busing students will enter the cafeteria doors located on the north side of the building. Due to the bus drop off, cars are not allowed to drop off students in the front of the building between 7:45 a.m. – 8:25 a.m.
  

• All students arriving by car should enter at the carpool entrance and be dropped off on the north side of the building outside the cafeteria.

• Please follow the carpool procedures.

Afternoon Pick-Up:

• Parents may pick up students from the two inside lanes along the traffic flow; the outside lane is reserved for moving traffic.

• 6th Grade – exit 6th grade pod

• 7th Grade – exit 7th grade pod

• 8th Grade – exit 8th grade pod

Additional Recommendations:

1. Alter pick-up time later when there are less vehicles in the carpool lane

2. Rideshare with a friend or neighbor

Arrival & Dismissal Map

How To Buy Tickets (all sports other than varsity football)

• NO TICKET SALES AT THE GATE -- ONLINE ONLY
• Tickets for middle school and high school games are available at events.ticketspicket.com or on the free TicketSpicket app in the Apple Store or Google Play
• IMPORTANT: The TicketSpicket app must be installed on your device to enter an event.

• All sales open on Monday at 10 a.m. on the week of the event.

Ms. Taylor began her career in education in 1997 with Irving ISD after receiving her bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Dallas. After several years as a teacher and coach, she obtained her master’s degree in Educational Administration from the University of North Texas and continued in Irving as a middle school assistant principal. In 2006, she transitioned to Dallas ISD where she worked for the next twelve years in various leadership roles. This is Ms. Taylor's third year as the Viking principal, and she looks forward to another great school year!

Marla Smith got her start in marketing and public relations, but found her true calling in education with the Dallas ISD in 2002. She taught RLA for 10 years and was a master teacher before transitioning to Central Office and School Leadership for another 7 years. Mrs. Smith earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from Howard Payne University and her Masters degree in Education Technology from Lamar University. She has a husband and two teenagers. Mrs. Smith is excited to begin her third year at Vandeventer MIddle School.

Mrs. Brotherson grew up in Grapevine, Texas, and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of North Texas. She began her teaching career at Spears Elementary as a 5th grade teacher in a self-contained classroom. After five years, she made the jump to middle school, teaching GT ILA at Cobb Middle School and serving as the Lead GT Teacher. Mrs. Brotherson obtained her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Texas at Arlington. This is Mrs. Brotherson's fourth year at Vandeventer Middle School.

Email: vandeventer@friscoisd.org
Website: https://schools.friscoisd.org/campus/middle-school/vandeventer
Location: 6075 Independence Parkway, Frisco, TX, USA
Phone: 469-633-4350
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VandeventerMiddleSchool
Twitter: @VandeventerMS