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Sept. 15th agenda
FSCP Meeting
Family School Community Partnership
September 15, 2009
Agenda and Minutes
Welcome and Introductions
Welcome by Lori Parkerand Kim Pasillas
We all want a Vanguard community
Introduction of Leadership team: Lori Parker, Kim Pasillas, and Wendy Chadwick(6th grade teacher and VCS parent)
1. FSCP Mission Statement is to support the school by working in partnership with teachers, staff and administrators, recruiting family involvement, and fundraising. Welcome!
2. What is FSCP and what it is not
Newly developing, run by and with the support of parent volunteers
Run by parents and we are parents first!
Supportive of VCS – positive and 100% supportive (we don’t change policies or procedures)
Value respect, communication and teamwork between all involved
3. 2009 Focus:
*Communication – COMMUNICATION IS KEY!
We now have a gmail account: vanguardfscp@gmail.com! And a blog -
so check for updates about events, activities and ways to help on vcs-fscp.blogspot.com! Look for FSCP updates in the weekly school newsletter called the Hawk's Eye (this will come home in the Friday folders).
*Expand the Organizational Structure of FSCP:
Leadership Team: Kim Pasillas, Lori Parker, Wendy Chadwick - will support and oversee event coordinators, and act as liasons with VCS staff and administration
Event Coordinators: Parent volunteers who are responsible for a specific event - jobs defined using a Planning Activity Guide to outline responsibilities for each event
Copy Momma - Peggy Stephens - on Thursdays afternoons - Thanks Peggy
Spanish Translators and Coordinators - Yami Arteaga and Maria Sanchez - Olga and Rosario - Muchas Grácias Seňoras!
*Encourage "Just 2 Hours" - Commit to your student, commit to your school, commit just 2 hours of your time to really make a difference!
*Build Community - Class Parents, Spanish Coordinators, Student Government, Community Board, Socials, Other Ideas? Miss Shamburg (Third Grade) spoke about the newly developing Student Government. This organization will promote student leadership. They have 18 representatives in grades 5 through 8. All planning and running of the organization will be done by students (with teacher guidance). There is a Food Drive planned for December and mentoring of students in grades K through 4.
The Community Board will be a board that will provide information to parents….this will help in Building our Community. Where are Vanguard students having fun and participating in activities. A place to exchange needs and resources (i.e., child care, walking buddies, ride share, etc.).
B. Parent Volunteers (Common Questions): A VCS volunteer is a HAPPY volunteer
1. How Do I become a Volunteer?
a) VCS process - application, references, finger printing and background check
b) FSCP process - communicate your interest in info and volunteering
2. What if I went through the application process last year already?
YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT AGAIN
3. Do I have to sign in and wear a badge? (signing in and logging hours is very important to Vanguard. This information will be reviewed when we are renewing our charter – don’t forget to log your hours!)
C. Calender Plan for 2009 - 2010 School Year
1. Events/activities for the year already planned
2. Plan allows for volunteers to make commitments in advance based on their availability
3. New events must be discussed with Leadership Team for approval before being added to the calender
D. Looking for a Few Good Coordinators:
1. Scrip (PRIORITY) - help determine monthly orders, verify order and receipt of gift cards, coordinate sales of gift cards We need this person now!!!!
2. Teacher Appreciation Brunches (3) October, March, May
3. Update Parent Information Board
4. Class Parents - can be done from home! This person will need to be background checked. Most classes are covered – but we need THIRD GRADE class parents!
E. 2009 Fundraising Goal - $10,000 for Lockers
1. Ongoing Efforts: Box Tops, Terracycle, monthly CiCi's Pizza, Skate City Nights, Scrip, Uniform / Spirit Wear Sales
2. Current Fundraising: Gold C Books
3. Upcoming before Winter Break: Greek / Roman Festival, Tamale Sale
4. Suggested Ideas: Coffee and Muffin Sales on Fri mornings sold during drop off, Sponsor a Locker for $75, Carl's Jr books, Reusable Grocery Bags, buy a brick (walkway), help from local businesses…
PLEASE CONTACT US WITH ANY/ALL OF YOUR FUNDRAISING IDEAS VIA GMAIL
F. Upcoming Meetings vs. Work Nights
1. FSCP Meetings will be held the 3rd Tuesday of every other month, unless it falls on a holiday and then it will be on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Sept, Nov, Jan, March, May - THANK YOU TO MISS SAUNIER (Kindergarten) - She will provide child care for parents who need to bring their children to the meeting ($2./ child). This money will go toward her trips to Sierra Leone.
2. Work Nights- (these nights will be held in the months when there isn’t an FSCP meeting) to make event signage, update Parent Info area, work on Festivals, make Teacher Appreciation goodies, etc, will be held on the alternate months. Oct, Dec, Feb, April MANY HANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK!
Family School Community Partnership
September 15, 2009
Agenda and Minutes
Welcome and Introductions
Welcome by Lori Parkerand Kim Pasillas
We all want a Vanguard community
Introduction of Leadership team: Lori Parker, Kim Pasillas, and Wendy Chadwick(6th grade teacher and VCS parent)
1. FSCP Mission Statement is to support the school by working in partnership with teachers, staff and administrators, recruiting family involvement, and fundraising. Welcome!
2. What is FSCP and what it is not
Newly developing, run by and with the support of parent volunteers
Run by parents and we are parents first!
Supportive of VCS – positive and 100% supportive (we don’t change policies or procedures)
Value respect, communication and teamwork between all involved
3. 2009 Focus:
*Communication – COMMUNICATION IS KEY!
We now have a gmail account: vanguardfscp@gmail.com! And a blog -
so check for updates about events, activities and ways to help on vcs-fscp.blogspot.com! Look for FSCP updates in the weekly school newsletter called the Hawk's Eye (this will come home in the Friday folders).
*Expand the Organizational Structure of FSCP:
Leadership Team: Kim Pasillas, Lori Parker, Wendy Chadwick - will support and oversee event coordinators, and act as liasons with VCS staff and administration
Event Coordinators: Parent volunteers who are responsible for a specific event - jobs defined using a Planning Activity Guide to outline responsibilities for each event
Copy Momma - Peggy Stephens - on Thursdays afternoons - Thanks Peggy
Spanish Translators and Coordinators - Yami Arteaga and Maria Sanchez - Olga and Rosario - Muchas Grácias Seňoras!
*Encourage "Just 2 Hours" - Commit to your student, commit to your school, commit just 2 hours of your time to really make a difference!
*Build Community - Class Parents, Spanish Coordinators, Student Government, Community Board, Socials, Other Ideas? Miss Shamburg (Third Grade) spoke about the newly developing Student Government. This organization will promote student leadership. They have 18 representatives in grades 5 through 8. All planning and running of the organization will be done by students (with teacher guidance). There is a Food Drive planned for December and mentoring of students in grades K through 4.
The Community Board will be a board that will provide information to parents….this will help in Building our Community. Where are Vanguard students having fun and participating in activities. A place to exchange needs and resources (i.e., child care, walking buddies, ride share, etc.).
B. Parent Volunteers (Common Questions): A VCS volunteer is a HAPPY volunteer
1. How Do I become a Volunteer?
a) VCS process - application, references, finger printing and background check
b) FSCP process - communicate your interest in info and volunteering
2. What if I went through the application process last year already?
YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT AGAIN
3. Do I have to sign in and wear a badge? (signing in and logging hours is very important to Vanguard. This information will be reviewed when we are renewing our charter – don’t forget to log your hours!)
C. Calender Plan for 2009 - 2010 School Year
1. Events/activities for the year already planned
2. Plan allows for volunteers to make commitments in advance based on their availability
3. New events must be discussed with Leadership Team for approval before being added to the calender
D. Looking for a Few Good Coordinators:
1. Scrip (PRIORITY) - help determine monthly orders, verify order and receipt of gift cards, coordinate sales of gift cards We need this person now!!!!
2. Teacher Appreciation Brunches (3) October, March, May
3. Update Parent Information Board
4. Class Parents - can be done from home! This person will need to be background checked. Most classes are covered – but we need THIRD GRADE class parents!
E. 2009 Fundraising Goal - $10,000 for Lockers
1. Ongoing Efforts: Box Tops, Terracycle, monthly CiCi's Pizza, Skate City Nights, Scrip, Uniform / Spirit Wear Sales
2. Current Fundraising: Gold C Books
3. Upcoming before Winter Break: Greek / Roman Festival, Tamale Sale
4. Suggested Ideas: Coffee and Muffin Sales on Fri mornings sold during drop off, Sponsor a Locker for $75, Carl's Jr books, Reusable Grocery Bags, buy a brick (walkway), help from local businesses…
PLEASE CONTACT US WITH ANY/ALL OF YOUR FUNDRAISING IDEAS VIA GMAIL
F. Upcoming Meetings vs. Work Nights
1. FSCP Meetings will be held the 3rd Tuesday of every other month, unless it falls on a holiday and then it will be on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Sept, Nov, Jan, March, May - THANK YOU TO MISS SAUNIER (Kindergarten) - She will provide child care for parents who need to bring their children to the meeting ($2./ child). This money will go toward her trips to Sierra Leone.
2. Work Nights- (these nights will be held in the months when there isn’t an FSCP meeting) to make event signage, update Parent Info area, work on Festivals, make Teacher Appreciation goodies, etc, will be held on the alternate months. Oct, Dec, Feb, April MANY HANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK!
Sunday, September 13, 2009
FSCP Meeting
The FSCP will be having its first meeting for parents on Tuesday, September 15, at 6:30 pm. We will meet in the gym to discuss the events and activities planned for the year. Child care will be provided by the K teachers for $2 per child. Come see what the FSCP is about and what the plans for the year include!
Skate City Nights
The first Skate City Night has come and gone! Hope you were able to bring the kids and let them join in on the fun! We had a great turn out. The FSCP is planning on 2 more Skate City Nights throughout the year. Be on the watch for future dates!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Class Room Parents
We are excited that so many parents want to be the classroom parent! Thank you! We will be finalizing the class parent in the beginning weeks of September. If you are interested, please e-mail us at vanguardfscp@gmail.com and write class parent in the subject line. Your contact will be Lori Parker.
The expectations for Class Parent include:
1. Collect contact information from parents in your class (contact sheet)
2. Develop a phone/email tree
3. Communicate with teachers about support needed
4. Coordinate classroom help for teachers (examples: field trips, book reading times, stuff folders, etc...)
Thanks!
FSCP
The expectations for Class Parent include:
1. Collect contact information from parents in your class (contact sheet)
2. Develop a phone/email tree
3. Communicate with teachers about support needed
4. Coordinate classroom help for teachers (examples: field trips, book reading times, stuff folders, etc...)
Thanks!
FSCP
Monday, August 17, 2009
Cici's Night
Help raise money for Vanguard by enjoying Cici's Pizza any time during the day or night on the last Friday of each month (Mississippi and Abilene)! Our next Cici's Night is September 25. Just let the cashier know you are with Vanguard, and place your receipt in the Vanguard box on the counter. Be sure the let them know what class you are from, as the class with the highest participation wins a Cici's Pizza Party! Tell your friends and family, too!
Friday, August 14, 2009
Uniform Sales
Gently used uniforms will be available for sale, in front of the school, every Tuesday in September immediately after school. Prices include: $3 a piece or two pieces for $5. We will also have winter coats and back packs for $5 each and some limited VCS Spirit Wear. More Spirit Wear will be available in October.
Thank you to Jennifer Niblo and Melanie Porter for all their efforts with the uniform sales during the Meet-n-Greet and Back to School Nights. Thank you for organizing, cleaning, and being committed!
Thank you to Jennifer Niblo and Melanie Porter for all their efforts with the uniform sales during the Meet-n-Greet and Back to School Nights. Thank you for organizing, cleaning, and being committed!
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Change Their Future!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Studies show that children who are proficient in reading by 3rd grade typically excel throughout their academic career! Similar studies indicate that students who are behind in their reading
proficiency CAN catch up by increasing the amount of time and intensity they spend learning to read. One significant way this can be accomplished is through providing small group guided reading opportunities 30 minutes a day. We have a number of students in grades K-3 who are below grade level proficiency and together we have the opportunity to change their future!
This year we are calling for volunteers to commit to work with our teachers facilitating guided reading groups in grades K-3. To make it more convenient, we have blocked the first 30 minutes of the school day so that you can arrive with your child for school, work with a guided reading group for 30 minutes, and still have the rest of the day! We will train you, and you will be under the supervision/guidance of one of our teachers. What do you get out of it? Not only will you get to enjoy the best part of Vanguard Classical School, spending time with our students, but more importantly, you will know without a doubt that you play a significant role in the lives of a group of students; that
you will change their future. We will have additional information and a sign-up at the required Back to School Nights as well as at the Meet and Greet. Together let’s change their future. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Principal Slechta at tslechta@vcsk8.org.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Box Tops Contest
Copy and go to this web address in order to enter a box tops competition!
http://www.thebigclip.com/index.tbapp
July 22 Meeting
If you are interested in coordinating an event or being a part of an event committee, please come to our volunteer meeting at Señor Ric's at 13200 E. Mississippi Ave, Aurora, Co 80012, Wednesday, July 22 at 5:30 p.m. We will share the 2009-10 FSCP calendar of events at the meeting and assign committees.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Friday, May 22, 2009
World's Largest Duck Duck Goose contest!
Today, 419 students participated in the worlds largest Duck, Duck, Goose contest!! Channel 9 filmed us in action! Thanks Mr. P for the idea!
Monday, May 18, 2009
Thank you!!!!
Thanks to all parents for your time, money, ideas, and good attitudes in support of Vanguard. We really appreciate all you do!
Thanks to the teachers for your hard work and long hours spent planning ways to help our children. Thank you and have a great summer- you deserve it!
Next year
The plan is to continue with established programs and activities with some wonderful additions.
Calender
We have big ideas for raising money for the new school year. We want to help with lockers for the new building, uniforms for sports teams as well as the continuation of supplying teachers and their school with their needs.
Look for our fundraising calender to find out what buy to support our school.
Over the summer 2009
CiCi Pizza's - you can still enjoy a quick kid friendly meal and help Vanguard by eating at CiCi's through May, June and July.
Skate City - join up with Vanguard friends and family
Parent Work Crews - there will be projects in the summer that we need your help with. Keep in touch and online to see these notifications.
2008-2009 Accomplishments
a. School Fundraisers up and running: Box tops, Campbells Soup Labels, &
Gold C Books
b. Scrip Sales – buy your gift cards from Vanguard!
c. Bake Sale – yum! Lots of folks donated and purchased items.
d. Spirit Wear – (uniforms with Vanguard logo) organized, collected and
delivered.
e. Teacher Appreciation Events – 2 teacher brunches for training and 1 for
Teacher’s Day; collected and displayed apples complimenting teachers,
Valentine candy
f. Teacher Wish Lists - donations made to classrooms of small items requested
by teachers.
g. CiCi’s Pizza Night – established for last Friday of every month and it’s
YEAR ROUND!
h. Greek and Roman Festival – family event raising money to purchase “Sam”
the skeleton.
i. Uniforms and winter coats collected for upcoming sale/exchange.
j. Skate City Night – enjoyed by many. Remember you can still purchase
Skate City passes at the front desk.
Passes are $3/child. Skating then only costs $1 all summer long.
k. Azteca Receipts collected.
l. Tamale Sale – huge success! We could have sold double the amount.
The first End of Year Picnic for all students was planned, manned and delivered.
Meeting notes March 3, 2009
Family School Community Partnership
Meeting Notes March 3, 2009
1. FSCP Mission Statement is to support the school by working in partnership with
teachers and administrator and
by facilitating a positive exchange of ideas about how to best serve our students.
2. Updates on Old Business:
a. “Night on the Western Front” has been moved to May 1. This will be a fun family affair
after school. Volunteers are still needed for the day of the event to run booths.
b. Spirit Wear saw a huge response, has been ordered, and should be received in
within two weeks.
c. Mascot idea submissions have been collected and under review.
d. Uniforms and winter coats are being collected for our sale/exchange at the end of the
school year.
e. An end of year picnic is still being considered. We are seeking 20-30 volunteers for this
event.
3. New Business:
a. Azteca, Ranch Market, on Colfax and Moline, is running a fundraiser through the end
of March. Families can shop at Azteca and turn in receipts to teachers to help earn money
for VCS.
b. Tamale Tuesday—We will be selling homemade tamales in April as a
fundraiser. Look for upcoming fliers and order forms.
c. Skate City Night—Scheduled for Thursday April 9 from 6-8 p.m. at the Aurora
Skate City near Hampden and Chambers (behind Aurora School of Gymnastics)
d. Scrip contest—FSCP will run a contest from March 16 until the end of April. The
class that purchases the most scrip during that time will win a pizza party. See front
office to purchase your scrip cards for all your
shopping needs!
4. Coordinator Contacts:
Please contact the appropriate coordinator if you are interested in helping or have questions
about a particular event.
a.Class Parents 09/10 and Welcome Team: Jacqueline Ta jmta90@hotmail.com
b.Summer grade level get-togethers: Gena Hepworth t.hepworth@comcast.net
c.Spirit Wear, Mascot, End of Year Picnic: Jamie Kelly vanguardfscp@gmail.com
Kim Pasillas vanguardfscp@gmail.com
d.Frontier Days and Tamale Tuesday: Lori Parker vanguardfscp@gmail.com
e.Uniforms (donations/sale/exchange): Jennifer Niblo nibs.70@netzero.net
Melanie Porter esean@comcast.net
5. Other News:
a. Class Needs—third grade needed sheet protectors—thank you to Melanie
Porter who donated those!
b. The school is looking for a college-level telescope—if you have one
to donate or know someone who can donate
this item, please contact the office at 303.691.2384.
c. Super Sam the Skeleton has arrived! He is human skeleton used at the
college level, and he has been purchased
with funds raised by the FSCP for all the students at Vanguard! Stop by and see
him in Mr. Miller’s office.
Thanks everyone for your participation in the fundraising events!
Asociación de Padres de la Escuela Vanguard
Noticias de la Reunion el 3, de Marzo, 2009
1. La meta de la Asociación de Padres es para asiocarse con la escuela en trabajar
juntos con los maestros y la adminstracion, y en facilitar discuciones positivas en como
servir los estudiantes en las mejores maneras.
2. El Negocio Viejo:
a. “La Noche del Viejo Oeste” será el Viernes, el 1 de Mayo. Será una noche para
divertirse toda la familia. Todavía necesitamos gente para ayudar con las actividades
de la noche y para contibuir chile para comer.
b. Mucha gente ordenaron las camisas de la escuela y las veremos dentro de una semana
más.
c. La administración de la escuela esta revisando los ideas para la mascota .
d. Estamos collectando uniformes y abrigos para la venta en el fin del año.
e. Estamos considerando un picnic para el final día del año. Necesitaremos como 20-30
voluntarios para este evento.
3. Negocio Nuevo:
a. Azteca, Ranch Market, por Colfax and Moline, ayudará nuestra escuela con un
porciento de sus compras,
pagado a la escuela directamente. Por favor de entregar todos sus recibos, en
el mes de Marzo, a la escuela.
b. Tamales para ordenar—Vendemos tamales en Abril. Busca información y formas
para ordenar.
c. Una Noche por Skate City —Será un Jueves, el 9 de Abril, de las 6 a las 8 de la noche.
Skate City queda cerca de Hampden and Chambers (atrás de Aurora School of Gymnastics).
d. Premio para “Scrip”— “Scrip” es otra manera de ayuday la escuela. “Scrip”
consiste de tarjetas que gasten lo
mismo como dinero. Compra sus tarjetas para qualquier tienda por la oficina.
e. Durante el 16 de Marzo y el fin de Abril, la clase que compra mas de “Scrip” ganarán una
fiesta con pizza!
4. Contactos:
Por favor de communicarse con esta gente si esta interesado en ayudar o si tiene
preguntas.
Lori Parker (303-338-5031) habla español, y puede dirigirse.
a.Padres para las clases: Jacqueline Ta jmta90@hotmail.com
b.Fiestas para cada grado durante el verano: Gena Hepworth t.hepworth@comcast.net
c.Camisas, Mascota, y Picnic: Jamie Kelly vanguardfscp@gmail.com
Kim Pasillas vanguardfscp@gmail.com
d.Noche del Viejo Oeste y Tamales: Lori Parker vanguardfscp@gmail.com
e.Uniformes (donaciones/venta): Jennifer Niblo nibs.70@netzero.net
Melanie Porter esean@comcast.net
5. Otras Noticias:
a. La escuela busca un telescopio bueno – uno que usan en las universidades.
Si conoce a alguien que quiere
donar uno a la escuela, por favor de llamar la oficina (303.691.2384).
b. La escuela ha comprado un esqueleto. Se llama “Super Sam!” El esqueleto
fue comprado con el dinero
ganado por La Asocision de Padres. Si quiere conocer a Sam, pase por la oficina del
Sr. Miller. Muchas gracias a todos por su participación en los effertos para ganar
dinero para la escuela.
Friday, May 15, 2009
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