Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
Galatians 6:9 NIV
We are officially into May and the final three weeks of the school year. It’s the time of year when my former administrator used to say, “The horse is headed for the barn.” For those who are not familiar with this phrase, it simply means that students (and staff) are ready to be done and head off into the summer sun and have fun.
It’s important to finish well what we start. Teachers still have curriculum to cover and students still have lessons to be learned. The apostle Paul reminded the church at Ephesus to “Make the most of every opportunity…” We need to do the same with the remaining days that are left in the school calendar.
As we partner with the home as a school, we ask that parents partner with us to make the most of the remaining days on the school calendar. Encourage your children to finish strong and do their best. The time to rest and play (or work a summer job) will be here soon enough. Let’s run through the finish line as a school!
Shepherding His Lambs,
David Funk
Superintendent, VCA
CONDOLENCES: Last weekend, the daughter of Missi Maynard (our NC Administrative Assistant) passed away. She was 21 years old. To lose a child at any age is tragic, but especially one with so much of her life ahead of her. Please join the VCA faculty and staff as we support and lift up Missi and her son, Lucas, in prayer. Thank you.
AP TESTING: Advance Placement Testing will begin the second week of May. The schedule is below. The State of Indiana waives the fee for all AP Tests EXCEPT US History. Please make the payment of $89 to the office before your test date. If you believe you may qualify for a reduced fee, please call Mrs. Huber.
May 7th-AP Stats @ 12pm
May 8th- AP English @ 8am
May 10th-AP US History @ 8am
May 15th-AP Computer Science @ 12pm
May 17th-AP Physics @ 8am
HIGH SCHOOL PROM, Friday, May 10, 7:00 - 10:00 pm. “Time of Our Lives” High School Prom will be held at The Shed (6177 W 1450 S, Wanatah) for all students in grade 9-12. The Grand March is scheduled for 7:15 and all parents are welcome to attend! Guest forms are available in the school office and must be completed and returned by Wednesday, May 8. Tickets are now available also in the school office for $25 each. All dresses (VCA students and guests) must be approved by Mrs. Carlson (219-242-0655) and Mrs. Buckland (208 596-8944). This will be a half day for high school students only with dismissal at 11:40 am.
ALL SCHOOL SPRING FESTIVAL sponsored by the VCA PTF, Friday, May 17, 3:30 - 7:30 pm at the North Campus. Inflatables, carnival games, food, bake sale, ice cream sundaes, and more! Wristbands will go on sale soon for $10 each ($40 max per family) and concessions will be available.
2023-2024 YEARBOOKS are now on sale. To place your order, please complete the order form at 2023-2024 Yearbook Order Form and make your payment online at the VCA web store or in the school office. Yearbooks will be $40 each if ordered between May 1 and June 30. Price will increase to $45 each for orders placed after June 30. Books will be delivered to VCA in late October 2024. Orders will not be placed unless the order form is completed AND payment is received. Paper order forms are also available in the school offices.
NEW VCA WEB STORE - Check out the new VCA web store at https://vcacademylions.revtrak.net/ to pay on your family’s lunch account, for before/after school care and yearbook. More items will be added for the 2024-2025 school year.
SOUTH CAMPUS HIGH-ABILITY PROGRAM: We are so excited to announce that next year (2024-2025) we are starting a High Ability Program at the South Campus. This program will be directed and taught by Mrs. Wachsmann, our current 4th-grade teacher. The High Ability Program will be available for students from Kindergarten through 5th grade. There will be more information to come on how your child might qualify at the beginning of the next school year. Please contact Mrs. Jett if you have any questions.
IVY TECH: Ivy Tech is offering free in-person and online Dual Credit Classes this summer. Students entering 10th through 12th grade(even graduating seniors) are welcome to apply. Please see the attached link. IVY Tech.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
May 10, South Campus Field Day
May 10, High School PROM
May 16, PreK Closing Program
May 17, PTF Spring Festival
May 17, Senior Class Last Day
May 21, 8th Grade Class Trip
May 21, 5th-grade Graduation
May 23, Kindergarten Graduation
May 23, Last Day of School (Grades K5-11)
May 24, Senior Graduation