RED AND WHITE - December 2013

December 2013
Peace & Goodwill
The Rhythm of the Season
From Superintendent Charles Glaes
As we count our blessings this holiday
season, at the top of my list are all of the
friends, neighbors, and caring citizens who
help make our schools great! Vicksburg
Community Schools’ staff works hard
to provide a safe, nurturing, supportive,
and challenging environment where
all students can learn at high levels.
But there are so many things we don’t
have the resources to provide students
which can make a huge difference
as we strive to fulfill our mission, to
maximize the success and potential of
all of our students. Here is where our
generous volunteers come in, making
so many more opportunities possible.
So a hearty “Thank you” and “Glad
Tidings” to all of those volunteers who
do so much for our children, including:
Indian Lake, Sunset Lake, and
Tobey Elementary Parent Groups,
who collectively raise over $50,000
and provide technology, supplies,
field trips, fun family activities,
and lots of classroom volunteers.
Athletic Boosters has raised
over $500,000 in the past thirty
years to provide scholarships,
scoreboards, locker rooms, field
upgrades, and equipment.
Band Boosters are currently
raising funds to replace marching
band uniforms, while continuing
to make band camp, festival
participation, travel, and a 180
member band possible.
Generous Hands has worked for
almost ten years filling a growing
local need of childhood hunger.
Over 200 Vicksburg students now
receive weekly backpacks of food.
Kids Connections provides study
buddies, cooking and life skills
classes, and a Kids Closet clothing
supply for needy students.
Warm Kids outfits cold children
with new winter clothing each
November for over 25 years.
STRIVE, a Rotary Club mentor
program, connects with VHS
seniors at risk of dropping out to
motivate, support, and connect
to post-high school education.
South County Community Services
provides emergency services to families,
a children’s holiday party, and an
annual Backpack Bonanza which
issued 150 backpacks full of school
supplies to get kids off to a good start.
Vicksburg Community Schools
Foundation has built an endowment
of over $1.5 million while providing
scholarships and grants to promote
innovation in teaching and learning.
Vicksburg Foundation has funded
dozens of important improvements
and initiatives; including tennis
courts, scholarships, outdoor
education, security upgrades, and
Performing Arts Center technology,
and is a strong community partner.
Vicksburg Education Association
provides grants each year for Vicksburg
students to attend camps and other
learning and recreation opportunities.
Lions Club annual community
service day has helped upgrade Sunset
Lake’s playground and hallways.
Kids Hope, in affiliation with
Lakeland Reformed, Vicksburg
United Methodist, and Chapman
Memorial Churches, mentor and
provide study support to children at
each elementary school. Vicksburg
churches also provide youth and
family support throughout the year.
Vicksburg District Library builds
a strong literacy community
through Preschool Story Time,
Tweens, and Teen Hangout, and
Summer Reading Programs.
Vicksburg Little League and
Vicksburg Rocket Football make
youth sports possible for hundreds
of Vicksburg children each year.
Girl Scout Troop 80310 enjoying the first snow of the season. Back row (left-right) Cheyenne
Lehmkuhl, Stephanie Slaughter, Makenna Pillars, Zoey Robertson-DeGraaff, Lydia O’Roark.
Front row (left-right) Leslie Baird, Chloe Stevens, Bella Habel.
On the Cover: 2013 Vicksburg Marching Band
Cover Photo By: Terri Peterman
2 / The Red & White / December 2013
Thank you so much to the caring and
supportive community which makes
excellence and success for all possible.
Look for us on Facebook!
Vicksburg Community Schools
Vicksburg High School
Love the hair guys!!! Dustin Fuller and Kim Armitage
all dolled up for Red and White Day.
Lexi Tracy and her sculpted friend.
Senior Rowan Macomber made a
new friend in sculpture class.
Krista Ragotzy and Scott Wills were the first annual Faculty Homecoming
King and Queen, congratulations! Elbow, elbow, wrist, wrist …
College and Career Readiness Week brought awareness to college
requirements, highlighted teachers’ college experiences and gave students
the experience of completing a college or job application.
Hailey Klingele, Kristen Jones and Brandi Wild getting
ready for the interview competition, Good Luck Girls!
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Vicksburg Middle School
Look what is happening at VMS! Mrs. Jancasz has launched a new mentor program at
VMS called PEER-to-PEER. This program offers students the opportunity to be peer
mentors to students with disabilities. Peer-to-Peer supports, educates, and advocates
for students with disabilities. The program also fosters social skill instruction and
modeling as well as building meaningful friendships. Mrs. Burke nominates two students each week for their
outstanding participation, attitude and performance in
7th grade Science class. These hardworking students
are arriving back to school after their reward of a
“lunch-out” with Mrs. Burke.
Got spirit? This group of 8th grade girls are head-to-toe in Homecoming Spirit!
A big shout-out to parent volunteer Mr. Joe Klimek
who donates a portion of his day every Friday to make
popcorn for our students to purchase. Shown here is
Mr. Klimek, along with his daughters and a happy
customer! VMS wants to thank ALL of our parent
volunteers who help with clerical needs, Book Fair and
other various tasks around the building. 4 / The Red & White / December 2013
During the American Civil War, soldiers knew when the war was over when the enemy’s
flag was captured. This group of 8th grade Social Studies students re-enact this with a
game of “Capture the Flag”.
Indian Lake Elementary
Students are looking forward to the completion of the PTSO’s new walking track.
Pictured L-R: Dillan Opalewski, Paige Lafler, Evan Anderson, Keagan Crist,
Blake Ford, and Chase Andres.
Stomping Out Drugs was the theme for the day during
Red Ribbon Week. Wearing boots or mismatched shoes
are Brooklynn Ringler, Mrs. Vreeman, Sierra Scoffin,
and Lexi Bennett.
Thank you to Lake Michigan Credit Union for school supplies given to Mrs. Frakes,
Mrs. Tompkins, Mrs. Hughes, Mrs. Barton and Mrs. Fleet. Pictured L: Mrs. Frakes.
Lily Crist and Ashley Villa-Romero check out books at
the annual Book Fair.
PNC Bank sponsored a visit from a portable planetarium. Our BK through
2nd grade students enjoyed a 45 minute show about the stars and planets.
Pictured is Mrs. Tompkins BK class.
Rebecca Willis and Harlee Wilson prepare applesauce in
Mrs. Jamerson’s 2nd grade class.
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Sunset Lake Elementary
Briana Foghino and Aidan Jones enjoy trying
astronaut ice cream while learning about S is for
Space in Ms. King’s kindergarten.
Mrs. Malito’s fourth graders brave the elements at the Outdoor Education Center to
learn about seed dispersal.
Tristan Kellogg, Jackson Kindig, Jaxson Wilson, Andrew Gless and Cole Herson
are all smiles in PE.
Mrs. Chang’s second graders, Anastasia Ledford,
Donald Kinney, Haley Belrose and Bridget Webber
taste new dishes and write food reviews as part of
Tasty Tuesdays.
First graders in Mrs. Masco’s room practice writing in complete sentences on their
whiteboards. Front row: Norah Hossink, Isiah Elliott, Dennis Clark. Back row: Doniven
Ben Hambright, Mitchell VanderMeulen and Skyler
Perkins, Audrey Thorton, Landon Wright, Ayla Moughton, Madison Morand.
Holden work in cooperative groups taking students
surveys in Mrs. Wilson’s room.
6 / The Red & White / December 2013
Tobey Elementary
The Tobey staff wearing their “Retake the Hill” tee-shirts.
Patrick Russon and Mr. B. on hat day. The money
raised went towards LPA. (Little People of America)
Morgan White, Bella Figel and Sophia Gray getting ready for Tobey Community
Grant Baylis showing off his bowling skills. (The 100% AR reward day.)
The men from Duck Dynasty pay
Tobey Elementary a visit.
Kaitlyn Boll, Austin Murphy, Aidyn Knedgen and Zach
Marshall work together to answer science questions.
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Community Education
Please visit www.
vicksburgcommunityschools.org, click on
After School Programs and Services, and
scroll down to the Class Offerings link.
Complete the registration process by including
your name, address, phone, email address and
then choose your classes. You can also register
with cash or check (payable to Vicksburg
Schools) by mail or in person at the Vicksburg
Community Education office located at 301
S. Kalamazoo Ave., PO Box 158, Vicksburg,
MI 49097. Or call 321-1022 to register
and pay over the phone. Payment must be
received before your registration is guaranteed.
Please call 321-1022 if you have any questions.
**Minimum enrollments are necessary to
cover expenses. No classes during holiday
vacations or when schools are closed due to bad
weather. You will only be notified if a class is
cancelled (due to low enrollment) or filled. No
refunds after the second class has been held.
GIRLS BASKETBALL – The Vicksburg
Community Education Office is offering a
Basketball Basic Skills program for 2nd
– 6th grade girls of Vicksburg Schools.
Players will meet for six Saturday mornings
to experience working on skill building
and game playing, and have a weekly team
practice held at an elementary school.
Where: Vicksburg High School Gym
When: Saturdays, January 18, 25 and
February 1, 8*, 15, 22
*February 8th will be held at
the Middle School Gym
Time: 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
Fee:
$48 (includes a t-shirt, if
registered before January 8th)
SANCHIN RYU KARATE
Location: Indian Lake Elementary Gym
Day:Mondays
Dates:
November 18 -January 27
(no classes when school
is not in session)
Karate for Kids! (ages 4-14) – Students will be
trained with proven age-appropriate techniques
that are necessary for kids to protect themselves
from attackers. This program is set in a fun, yet
structured, environment which will give your
child a positive outlook on learning a martial art.
We focus on healthy attitudes versus perfection!
Time:
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Fee:
$24 (8 weeks)
Karate for Families! (a Parent AND Child
program for all ages) – Set in a fun, noncompetitive and informative atmosphere, this
program allows parents to learn alongside their
children. Size and stature are not an issue!
Time:
7:00-8:00 p.m.
Fee:
*$48 (8 weeks)
* Pay for the first two members of the
family ($48) and other family members
are free during this time period only. A
family is defined as mother, father, and
their children under the age of 18.
Karate for Adults and Teens! (ages 14
and older) – Specifically designed to
address personal-protection concerns, this
program instructs a broad range of strikes,
combinations, footwork and defense tactics.
Receive specialized training on how to deal
with, get out of, and counter a multitude
of grabs and attack scenarios. Practicing
many techniques and tactics will equip you
with the confidence you need to defend
yourself against any type of attacker.
Time:
8:00-9:00 p.m.
Fee:
$24 (8 weeks)
BUSY BODIES (Aerobics) – A safe and
effective exercise program. Classes are designed
to accommodate the needs of exercisers of
all ages from beginners through advanced.
Classes begin with a warm-up period and
end with a stretching segment. The Busy
Bodies “C”ombination class offers a 50/50
combination of aerobic exercise and body
sculpting. It’s a great balance of the three
basic components of overall fitness: aerobic
movement, muscle conditioning and stretching.
A monthly newsletter on fitness and health
tips is included in the registration fee.
Location:Tobey Elementary Gym
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Days:
Dates:
Time:
Fee:
Tuesdays and Thursdays
January 28 – April 3 (no classes
when school is not in session)
6:00-7:00 p.m.
$90 (10 weeks)
Young Rembrandts – Drawing Classes
for Kids – A different kind of learning – a
powerful kind of fun! Young Rembrandts
teaches drawing with a see-touch-do method
that all kids can succeed with, learn from,
and love! Watch your child reach a brand
new level of confidence and potential with
this engaging, award-winning program.
Location:Classes held at all three
elementary buildings
Days:Thursdays
Dates: December 5th – January 9th (no
classes when school is not in session)
AND/OR
January 16th – February 6th
Time: 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
Fee:
$40 for 4 week session
Mad Science – Science in Action – In
this program, children will learn about the
power of air, test electromagnetic fields,
explore the world of optical illusions and
even do some detective work. Each week the
children will have something to take home
for further exploration. Don’t miss out on
this action packed Mad Science program!
Location:Indian Lake and Tobey
Days:Wednesdays
Dates: February 5 – March 19th
(no classes on March 5th, or
when school is not in session)
Time: 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
Fee:
$77 for 6 week session
Location:Sunset Lake
Days:Tuesdays
Dates: February 4th – March 18th
(no classes on March 4th, or
when school is not in session)
Time: 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
Fee:
$77 for 6 week session
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The Vicksburg Community Association
cordially invites you to join in the fun!
Performing Arts Center
Holiday Season
For over twenty-five years, the VCA has been
sponsoring the annual Vicksburg Holiday Parade! This year’s spectacular event will take place on
Saturday, December 7th, 2013. As in the past,
Santa will be in the parade then joining us at the
Vicksburg Community Center for visits with kids.
‘Tis the season! The entire community is
invited to celebrate the joy and warmth of the
season as our annual holiday programming
returns to the Performing Arts Center. This
series of free concerts, presented by our vocal
and instrumental music students, will feature
everyone’s favorite carols. We hope you’ll make
attending one of these festive programs a part
of your holiday tradition!
December 12 – VMS Holiday Band
Concert at 7:00 p.m.
December 17 – VMS Holiday Choir
Concert at 7:00 p.m.
December 19 –
VHS Band and
Choir Holiday Collage
Concert at 7:00 p.m.
On December 7th, the day will begin with the
parade line-up at the Vicksburg Administration
Building on Kalamazoo Avenue. Groups interested
in being part of the parade must be at the VAB no
later than 10:00 that morning to get lined up. The
parade will officially begin its route at 10:30 am
and will wind its way down through town with
Santa arriving at the Community Center around
11:00. Spectators will get a good view of the
parade anywhere on the main four corners of the
downtown. Following the parade, come join us at
the Community Center for your visit with Santa!
Anyone can be a participant in this fun
parade…school groups, scouts, floats, etc.
The more the better!! Just be at the VAB
at 10:00, the morning of December 7th.
***The VCA awards two cash prizes
for the best parade entries!
For more information on the Vicksburg
Holiday Parade, please feel free to call Betsy
Breitenbach at 269-496-7338 or email
bbreitenbach@vicksburgschools.org.
Calendar of Events
10-11 Tobey Holiday Bazaar (TY, Gym), 9am-3:35pm
December
10 SL PTA Meeting (SL, Library), 6-8pm
VHS Lacrosse Booster Meeting (HS, Library),
12 MS Holiday Band Concert (HS, PAC), 7-9pm
6-7pm
13 7th & 8th Grade Dance (MS), 2:45-4:45pm
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VHS Athletic Booster Meeting, 7-8pm
16 IL 2nd/3rd Music Program (PAC), 7-8pm
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SL Music Program- 2nd & 3rd (PAC), 7-8pm
17 MS Holiday Choir Concert (HS, PAC),
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HS Parent-Teacher Conferences (HS, Gym),
7-8:30pm
5-8pm
19 PTO McDonald Tobey Night - Sprinke Road
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Tobey 2/3 Grade Program (HS, Green Room
(Off Campus), 4-8pm
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19 VHS Holiday Band and Choir Concert (HS,
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IL The Giving Tree assembly (IL, Gym),
PAC), 7-9pm
3-3:30pm
12/23-1/2 WINTER BREAK (No Students)
6
Tobey Movie Night (TY, Gym), 6-8pm
7
Craft Show (HS, Cafeteria), 9am-3pm
January
7
SL PTA & Sunset Students- Holiday Parade
6 SCHOOL RESUMES
(SL), 10:30-11:30am
6 VHS Lacrosse Booster Meeting (HS, Library),
7
Vicksburg Holiday Parade (Off Campus),
6-7pm
10:30-11am
6 VHS Athletic Booster Meeting (HS, Library),
9
Board Meeting (Admin Building, VAB Board
7-8pm
Room), 7-9pm
7 IL PTSO Meetings (IL, Library), 6:30-7:30pm
10-13 SL PTA Penguin Patch Holiday Shop (SL,
13 Board Meeting (at High School) (HS, PAC)
Science), 8:30am-4pm
HS - High School • MS - Middle School • SL - Sunset Lake • IL - Indian Lake • TY - Tobey
2
Vicksburg Community Schools
301 S. Kalamazoo Ave. • P.O. Box 158
Vicksburg, MI 49097
14 SL PTA Meeting (SL, Library), 6-8pm
16 Tobey PTO Spaghetti Dinner (TY, Cafeteria),
5-7pm
16 HS Video Show (HS, PAC), 7-9pm
17 SL PTA Movie Night (SL, Cafeteria), 6:30-8:30pm)
20 TY – PTO Meeting (TY, Tobey Building), 4-5pm
21 HS Exams – Full day for HS students (HS)
22 HS School Exams – 1/2 day for HS students (HS)
23 HS School Exams – 1/2 day for HS students (HS)
23 PTO McDonald Tobey Night - Sprinke Road (Off
Campus), 4-8pm
24 END OF 2ND MARKING PERIOD - HALF
DAY FOR STUDENTS
24 HS Exams (HS)
27 FIRST DAY OF 3RD MARKING PERIOD
31 Band Lock-In (HS, PAC), 8-11:55pm
February
1 Band Lock-In (HS, PAC), 12:05am-8am
• PAC - Performing Arts Center
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAI D
ECRWSS
Postal Customer
CAR-RT SORT
Permit No. 81
Vicksburg, MI