School news

En este episodio, vea cómo la familia Ruiz está convirtiendo el dinero sobrante en grandes donaciones. Obtenga lo último sobre proyectos de construcción de escuelas en el distrito, ¡y más!

News to know: Rental assistance, equity policy headed for school board vote, students to receive Lenovo laptops, Xello Family and more.

The VPS board of directors will hold a first reading of the policy at its Jan. 11, 2022, school board meeting. The board will vote on the policy on Feb. 8.

No start date has been set for testing at VPS schools. Before any optional testing will be offered at school sites, the district will have a plan in place that addresses logistics and safety, and will communicate information to staff members and families.

News to know: COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11 approved by FDA, VPS will conduct study of its school calendar, Transitional Kindergarten at Ogden Elementary, free food pantries--and more!

¡En este episodio, vea cómo nuestra comunidad ayudó a los estudiantes necesitados, conozca a hispanohablantes en nuestras escuelas, obtenga ayuda con tecnología y más!

Interested parents should contact their healthcare provider or local pharmacies about availability and scheduling. VPS is not offering vaccinations at district schools. The COVID-19 vaccine is not currently required for student enrollment.

This month's recipients include three teachers, a custodial assistant, capital project lead, director of capital projects and environmental safety coordinator.

News to know: Rental assistance, provide feedback on draft equity policy, health curriculum introduction, new hours for free optional COVID-19 testing—and more!

Completion rate for Covid-19 vaccination or approved exemption is 99.98%.