Stories about elementary schools (K-5 grades) in Vancouver Public Schools.
Dec
2022
October through December 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
Congratulations to the recipients of the October, November and December Excellence Awards!
Oct
2022
COVID-19 vaccinations no longer required | Español | Русский
On September 8, 2022, Governor Inslee announced that all remaining COVID-19 emergency orders and the ongoing state of emergency will end on October 31.
Oct
2022
VPS now: 10/13/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
In this issue: Write our story, VITA Learning Lab introduces students to project-based learning, bus driver shortage results in delayed bus routes, replacement levy planned for February 2023, join the VPS team!
Sep
2022
Bus driver shortage results in delayed bus routes | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
We are experiencing a severe shortage of school bus drivers, which may result in delayed buses to and from school over the next several weeks. We recognize this is a major inconvenience for many of our families and we apologize.
Sep
2022
Dedication of new VITA Elementary School will take place Oct. 12 | Español | Русский
Please join us as we celebrate our newest school.
Sep
2022
VITA Learning Lab introduces students to project-based learning | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
This year, all second through fifth grade students will have an opportunity to visit this new school and learn more about the community they live in.
Sep
2022
2022-23 Orchestra and band class opportunities | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
We are excited to invite all incoming fifth-grade students to participate in the 2022-2023 Instrumental Program.
Sep
2022
Fall 2022 Panorama survey | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
In order to learn more about student experiences at school, we will be asking for your child’s feedback via an online survey they will be completing at school in grades 3-12.
Sep
2022
First day of school photos 2022
See first day of school pictures from around the district!
Aug
2022
Free after-school dance program | Fóósun Chuuk
Open to students in grades 3-8. Apply by Friday, Sept. 9, to participate.
Aug
2022
Safety measures for district-issued technology | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Safety and security is a top priority in Vancouver Public Schools. An important part of keeping our students safe involves an ability to identify concerning language or inappropriate use of technology by students on their school-issued laptops and iPads, email and the internet.
Aug
2022
Free meals for all students | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
This year, every VPS student will continue to have the option to eat breakfast and lunch at school for free. But we need your help. Your child’s school will soon share an education benefits form for you to complete.
Aug
2022
Signs for first day of school | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
No time to make a sign? Use one of these for a great first-day-of-school picture!
Aug
2022
Health and safety during the 2022-23 school year | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Here are the top things to know.
Aug
2022
Attendance messages | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Find out why attendance matters and when attendance messages will begin.
Aug
2022
Inscripción Escolar | Lugar Запись детей в школу | Rechister ren Sukkun | School Registration Intake Center
Para todos los estudiantes que sean de nuevo ingreso en el Distrito Escolar de Vancouver que hablan idioma diferente al inglés. Все новые ученики начальных, средних и старших школ Ванкуверского школьного района, для которых английский язык не является родным. Meinisin minafén chóón sukkun ngeni ach kei Vancouver Public Schools nón (elementary, middle, me high school) iir mei káeó ngeni fóósun Merika. All students new to VPS who speak a language other than English at home.
Jul
2022
Team VPS expands
Vancouver Public Schools welcomes new staff members.
Jun
2022
VPS now: 6/14/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Sharing gratitude as we end the 2021-22 school year, congratulating the class of 2022 and planning for the future.
Jun
2022
Help us plan for the future | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Have you ever wanted to help set the direction for Vancouver Public Schools? We want to hear your input!
Jun
2022
Sharing gratitude as we end the 2021-22 school year | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Thank you to our students, families and staff for your collaboration and contributions to a successful school year!
Jun
2022
New staff members join VPS
See some of the professionals joining schools across the district.
Jun
2022
COVID-19 testing changes | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Optional COVID-19 testing for students and staff members will end in mid-June.
May
2022
June 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include two teachers, a custodian, paraeducator and Family-Community Resource Center coordinator
May
2022
Welcome to Team VPS
Meet some of VPS' newest staff members.
May
2022
Changes explored for Highly Capable program
A team of VPS staff members has been reviewing the elementary program and looking for more ways to serve all highly capable students.
May
2022
May 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include teachers, a paraeducator, digital learning coach, building operator and TV studio staff.
Apr
2022
VPS now: 4/14/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
News to know: New last day of school year is June 16; safety procedures, including lockdowns and evacuations, and the role of district resource officers; Future Ready Parent Workshop; learning lab will introduce students to project-based learning; and more!
Apr
2022
Last day of school year is June 16 | Español | Русский | Fósun Chuuk
Due to the weather-related closure on April 11, the following schedule is in effect for the last week of the 2021-2022 school year.
Apr
2022
Register for kindergarten now | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
If your child will be 5 on or before Aug. 31, you can register them online or at your child’s school.
Apr
2022
What do you appreciate about your child’s school?
Please share your thoughts about what makes school special for your child!
Mar
2022
April 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include three teachers, a paraeducator, clerk, Family-Community Resource Center coordinator and principal.
Mar
2022
VPS now: 3/29/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
News to know: Still time to apply for specialty programs, important dates to know, absences due to religious holidays and more.
Mar
2022
Apply now for Spanish/English dual language program | Español | Русский
Do you want your child to learn to speak and read in Spanish and English? If your child will be in kindergarten in the 2022-23 school year, enroll them in the Spanish/English dual language program.
Mar
2022
New learning lab will introduce students to project-based learning | Español | Русский | Fósun Chuuk
The Vancouver Innovation, Technology and Arts Elementary School will serve as the VITA Learning Lab when it opens in the fall.
Mar
2022
Вторгнення в Україну | Вторжение в Украину | English | Español | Fósun Chuuk
Ми всі шоковані насиллям, що розгортається в Україні, і ми виступаємо разом як шкільна спільнота проти жорстокості та насильства. На нас всех повлияла информация о развёртывании силовых действий в Украине, и наше школьное сообщество сплочённо выступает против жестокости и насилия.
Mar
2022
March 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include a bus driver, two district resource officers and two teachers.
Feb
2022
Welcome, new employees!
Meet some of Team VPS' newest members!
Feb
2022
Learning about Basquiat and Angelou During Black History Month [video]
Students in Ms. Nelson's second-grade class are expressing themselves in the styles of Maya Angelou and Jean-Michel Basquiat in a special poetry and art lesson.
Feb
2022
Teachers earn prestigious certification
Earning this certification signifies a commitment to the profession’s highest standards.
Feb
2022
February 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include a teacher, teacher librarian, school nurse, building operator and instructional coach.