Weekly Howl 9/25/26

Posted Date: 09/25/26 (04:00 PM)

The Weekly Howl

September 25, 2026

Many Stars, One Bright Galaxy

Principal's Corner

Dear Families,

What a wonderful week we have had at VWES! Our classrooms have been filled with learning, laughter, and so much excitement. It has been wonderful to see our students engaged in their learning and our teachers working hard to provide meaningful experiences for every student.

One of the highlights of our week was our Knighting Ceremony! It was such a special time to celebrate our students and recognize the wonderful qualities they bring to our VWES family. We are so proud of each of our students and the way they continue to grow and shine!

We also want to celebrate our great attendance this week! Thank you, families, for making school a priority and for all the effort that goes into getting your children to school each day. This morning at 7:32 AM, there were no cars in the drop-off line for the 7:35 tardy bell! That is something worth celebrating!

We truly appreciate your enthusiasm, support, and hard work in helping our students arrive at school ready to learn and on time. Starting the day on time helps students walk into their classrooms calmly, connect with their teachers and classmates, and begin learning right away.

Thank you for being such an important part of our VWES family. We are grateful for your continued partnership and look forward to another great week of learning!

Many Stars, One Bright Galaxy!

Warm regards,

Lauren Sanders

Principal, VWES

Attendance

9/21- 9/25

EE - 100%

PK - 92.80%

KG - 96.47%

1st - 96.94%

2nd - 98.21%

3rd - 97.07%

4th - 94.62%

5th - 97.66%

TOTAL - 96.70%

YEAR TO DATE

EE - 99.48%

PK - 94.88%

KG - 96.36%

1st - 96.57%

2nd - 97.77%

3rd - 97.47%

4th - 95.98%

5th - 97.29%

TOTAL - 96.86%

September 29th - Family Cultural Night

October 9-13 - Fall Break

October 1-14 - Book Character Pumpkin drop-off

October 26-30 - Red Ribbon Week & Read Across America

October 29 - Family Board Game Night

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DEADLINE - 9/30/26

Front Office:

Lunch Drop-Off

Please note that when you are dropping off lunch, many students are coming from recess, so plan to drop off earlier than lunch time.

Kinder: 10:30 - 11:00

Pre-K: 11:15 -11:45

First: 10:30 - 11:00

Second: 11:0 - 11:30

Third: 11:25-11:55

Fourth: 12:00 - 12:30

Fifth: 12:35 - 1:05

Lunch Visitors

When visiting, you must check in at the front desk, show proper ID, and get a visitor pass. Please arrive a few minutes before the start of their lunch to insure time to check in.

Please let your student know when you are visiting and to meet you. This helps them avoid purchasing a lunch if you are bringing something for them.

Seating is limited to the the white tables outside the library or the picnic tables outdoors. These tables are first come and we ask you share with others if needed.

Also, remember that lunch is with your student only, not with friends. This is for safety and allergies.

You will meet your student at the White Tables in the Library area outside the Café, not at the top of the ramp or in the café. If you arrive after lunch begins, we will call the student from the cafeteria to come join you.

LUNCH

Kinder: 10:30 - 11:00

Pre-K: 11:15 -11:45

First: 10:30 - 11:00

Second: 11:00 - 11:30

Third: 11:25-11:55

Fourth: 12:00 - 12:30

Fifth: 12:35 - 1:05

Please keep LOST & FOUND empty!

Veteran's Day Pictures

Hello Viola Wilson community!

Please upload pictures of family members who are active or retired military. We are beyond thankful for their service and look forward to celebrating them during our Veteran's Day Assembly.

Click the image to the right to upload.