Vilas School District RE-5

Back to School BBQ/Vilas Days is right around the corner on August 17th. The senior class will have a silent auction and a hired hand sale. The seniors are ready to work and raise $$ for their senior trip!

Vilas School District and Vilas Rec District have come together to host Vilas Days and the Back to School BBQ on August 17th. Students, families, and community members are welcome for a afternoon of fun and fellowship. We look forward to laughter and memories being made.

What a fun evening we had with our students, families, friends, and the Vilas 4-G Livestock Club. As summer comes to an end, we look forward to a school year of growth and excellence. 🎓✏️📓🚸

It's enrollment time! We look forward to seeing students soon.

Last summer activities this week due to the county fair and in-service. We’ll celebrate the end of summer at the pool on Wednesday! Monday: 7am-Open Weight Room Wednesday: 8am-Open weight room 9am-Open gym 6-8pm-Springfield Swimming Pool for swimming and potluck!

In partnership with the Vilas Livestock 4-H club, we are having a end of the summer pool party on Wednesday at the Springfield Swimming Pool. Please bring a side to share. See you then!

Please join us in welcoming Shiva Fischer to our family. Shiva joins us with a multitude of experience. We are so excited to have her join our little awesome Vilas family as she will be a great addition! Please see Shiva's Introduction Letter below. As we embark on a new academic year at Vilas School District, I am excited to join you as your Principal and Counselor. I bring 15 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in Texas, Florida, and Arkansas. This diverse background has given me a broad educational perspective and a deep commitment to fostering student success. I am in awe of Vilas School District Staff and their dedication to providing guidance, resources, and support to help students thrive. My mantra is simple: Strive for Excellence. Every student has the potential to achieve greatness, and it is our collective responsibility to help them realize their full potential. I expect students to approach their studies with dedication, determination, and a growth mindset. Personal responsibility and respect are fundamental values that foster a positive and inclusive environment. On a personal note, I am also a parent. Sami, my 2-year-old daughter, has added another layer of passion to my work in education. Being a mother gives me a deep appreciation for the trust you place in our school district. The 2024-2025 school year will be filled with opportunities for growth, achievement, and memorable experiences. Let us embrace challenges and celebrate successes together. I look forward to meeting you and wish you a remarkable school year ahead! Shiva Fisher Principal/Counselor Vilas School District RE-5 shiva@vilask12.org 501-644-4100

School is right around the corner with the first day August 14th. Students are welcome to reuse school supplies from previous years!

Ms. Martha took a group of students to the MIT STEM Day in Lamar. They explored 3-D pens, made cement art, and much more.

The students who met their AR reading summer goals took a trip to the Denver Nature and Science Museum. They also watched the IMAX on future cities. They even found Baca County on the map in the dinosaur exhibit. It was a fun day and they can't wait to go back and explore more of the museum.

We look forward to the last enrichment activity of the summer with arts and crafts tomorrow. Don't forget, we still have open gym and weight room available for the rest of the summer, and a swim party coming up. Don't miss out on the fun, food, and community spirit. See you there! Monday: 7am-Open Weight Room 8am-Art Activities with Ms. Maddie Wednesday: 8am-Open Weight Room 9am-Open Gym Join us next week, July 24th 6-8pm, at the Springfield Swimming Pool for swimming and potluck!

📣 Attention Parents and Guardians! New Family-Out of District Application Deadlines Approaching Deadline: July 15th Don't miss out on securing your spot for the upcoming school year! Ensure you submit your applications on time. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. https://forms.gle/afLFcAjn5z5tQDieA

Activities for this week. Monday: -Open weight room 7am -Robotics Day at Campo-leave 7:45am-return 12:15 -MIT STEM Activities at Lamar-leave 8:30am Wednesday: -Open weight room 8am -Open gym 9am Thursday: -AR Summer Trip to Denver Nature and Science Museum (details coming soon)

🌞 What a fun June we've had with our summer enrichment program and activities! 🎉 From exciting field trips to creative workshops, our students have been learning and having a blast. Check out some of the highlights from this past month! 📸✨

What’s on the schedule for this week: Monday: 7am- Open weight room 8-12: Game Day- learn new card and board games! 8:15: leave from Vilas for JH VB camp in Pritchett Tuesday: Swim lessons-last day 8:15am: leave Vilas-HS VB Camp in Pritchett Wednesday: 8-9 am: Open weight room 8-10am: Open gym Reminder that the summer reading trip is coming up on July 11th (trip to Denver Nature and Science Museum). If you need books or to AR test at the school just reach out.

🎬✨ You're Invited to Community Movie Night! ✨🎬 Join us this Thursday at 8 PM for a special screening of The Greatest Showman. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors for a night of fun, music, and entertainment. We can’t wait to see you there!

We have a fun week scheduled! Monday: 7am-Open Weight room 8am-Cooking Enrichment Activity Tuesday: Swim lessons and summer school Wednesday: 8am-open weight room 9am-open gym Swim lessons and summer school Thursday: Swim lessons and summer school Evening-Family and community outdoor movie night featuring a family friendly movie! Bring potluck movie snacks to enjoy. Friday: Swim lessons and summer school If you have any questions, contact Ms. Katie Babb, katie@vilask12.org or Abby Pettinger 719-691-5433.

Vilas School District is accepting sealed bids for a 2004 Ford Freestar minivan with 177,710 miles. Sealed bids are due July 11th by 3pm. For more information contact Charles Beecham at charles@vilask12.org or 719-529-2900.

The Lamar Public Library is hosting MIT Spokes on July 8th. We will be transporting students who finished 3rd-6th grade to this event. There is limited spots available so if your child is interested please reach out to Ms. Martha ASAP at martha@vilask12.org or 719-353-2850.

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