Village Meadows Elementary School

👩‍🏫🍎 Last week was a momentous occasion as we celebrated our Teachers of the Year at SVUSD! 🌟 We're immensely grateful for the dedication and passion that each and every one of our educators brings to our district. 🎉 At the board meeting, we had the honor of recognizing outstanding teachers from each school. Carmichael: Ashley Blaskowsky, Bella Vista: Gayle Zehr, Huachuca Mountain: Michelle McCalister, Pueblo Del Sol: Mandy Stanley, Town and Country Lorena Russell, Village Meadows: Michele Quinones Joyce Clark Middle School: Richard Graeme, and Buena High School: Beverly Adams. 🏫We proudly presented the moment everyone had been waiting for... the SVUSD Teacher of the Year! 🏆 Join us in giving Michele Quinones from Village Meadows a thunderous round of applause! Additionally, we recognized our exceptional new educators who have made a remarkable impact in their first year of teaching: Blaise Gordon (Carmichael), Jessika Davidsson (PDS), Kayla Kemp (T&C), Laurie Humpherys (VM), Austin Meckler (JCMS), -Sarah Smith (BHS) Cristina Lopardo Smedra (BHS). 🌟 And let's not forget to celebrate our talented teachers for their special projects – their creativity knows no bounds! Jessica Eikenberry (HM), Jeffrey Lindgren/Alana Sides , Tammy Jones/Isabel Sulgar (T&C),Dannielle Cabrera/Laurie Humpherys/Deandra Rojas (VM), Michael Davidsson(JCMS), Cole Colvin/Stefanie Miller (BHS).🎨📚 SVUSD is privileged to have such highly qualified and dedicated educators shaping the future of our students. 🙌 #TeachersOfTheYear #SVUSDPride #EducatorAppreciation"

🌸 Friendly Reminder: No school tomorrow, Friday, April 19th, and Monday, April 22nd for our spring holiday! 🎉 Wishing all SVUSD families a fantastic long weekend filled with relaxation and fun. We can't wait to see you back on Tuesday as we continue to make this school year amazing together! 💫 #SpringBreak #SVUSD #LongWeekend

🌟 Congratulations to all the talented artists who participated in the 2024 Water Wise Youth Poster Contest from Village Meadows through the Cooperative Extension of UA ! 🎨💧 Your creativity truly shines, reminding us all that "Water is Life." 🌊✨ Special applause to our winners: Amia M-E, who captured the Grand Prize 🏆, Eli G. for securing 2nd place 🥈, and honorable mentions to Adeline G.! 🌟 Let's continue spreading awareness about the importance of water conservation through art and action. #WaterWise #ArtForChange #CommunityPride 🌍💙

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🌒✨ Did you catch the eclipse on Monday? 🌟 Our students had an amazing time delving into the science behind this awe-inspiring natural phenomenon! 🌌 Thanks to the support of our dedicated teachers, generous contributions from the PTO, and private donations like those at Village Meadows, Mrs. Dobbins made it possible for our students to witness the spectacle firsthand! 🙌 Check out the incredible pictures from Carmichael, Huachucas Mountain, and Village Meadows 6th grade! 📸 #EclipseExploration #Gratitude #STEAMEducation

🌟👏 Our Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Department was spreading joy and recognition across all school sites! 🏫✉️ Peer-to-peer shoutouts were sent to the district office, and then delivered to staff with the help of certificates. Plus, in celebration of Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, all ESS paras received a small token of gratitude. 🎉 We're incredibly proud to have such a wonderful staff dedicated to supporting our exceptional students. Thank you for all you do! 💙 #ESS #TeamAppreciation #MakingADifference #ThankYouStaff 🌟👏

📚✨ Attention all parents with children starting Kindergarten this year! 📚✨ Join us for an informative and exciting Kindergarten Round-Up tomorrow Monday, April 8th, at 4 pm in the Village Meadows Cafeteria! 🏫 Get ready for an afternoon filled with valuable information, campus tours, meet-and-greet with teachers, and much more! 🍎✏️ We're eager to welcome you and your little one into our school community. See you there! #KindergartenRoundUp #NewBeginnings #EducationMatters 🎉👩‍🏫👨‍🎓

📸🌷 Attention Wolfpack Families! Don't forget, Monday, April 8th is Picture Day! Bring your best smiles as we capture spring memories and Kindergarten promotion snapshots. Ready, set, and let those smiles shine! See you there! 😊📷 #PictureDay #SmileBright #SpringMemories

🌟 Today, SVUSD is taking a moment to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all our paraprofessionals! 🌟 On this Paraprofessional Day, we want to express our deep gratitude for your unwavering support and dedication. Whether you're working with small groups, providing one-on-one assistance, or working in classrooms, your contributions are invaluable. From kindergarten rooms to Title 1 programs, from the PE field to the library, wherever you are, your hard work does not go unnoticed. We recognize that we couldn't do our jobs without you. Together, we make an excellent team, and we're incredibly thankful for everything you do. Here's to celebrating YOU today and every day! 🎉 #ParaprofessionalAppreciation #Teamwork#SVUSDCommunity#ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay

🐺👕 Have you checked out the brand-new Wolfpack shirts from Village Meadows? 🎉 Show your pride with our freshly designed spirit wear brought to you by our amazing PTO! 🌟 Preorder your fantastic new shirts now through April 10th using the link provided. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to rock the latest Village Meadows gear! 🙌 #VillageMeadowsPride #WolfpackSpiritWear #ShowYourPride 🐾👚 https://form.jotform.com/ptovillagemeadows/vm-shirt-order-form-presale

📚✨ Attention all parents with children starting Kindergarten this year! 📚✨ Join us for an informative and exciting Kindergarten Round-Up on Monday, April 8th, at 4 pm in the Village Meadows Cafeteria! 🏫 Get ready for an afternoon filled with valuable information, campus tours, meet-and-greet with teachers, and much more! 🍎✏️ We're eager to welcome you and your little one into our school community. See you there! #KindergartenRoundUp #NewBeginnings #EducationMatters 🎉👩‍🏫👨‍🎓

🐣🌷 Happy Easter to all our beloved SVUSD families and friends! 🌼 May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones. Wishing you all a wonderful day! #HappyEaster #SVUSDFamily #CelebrationTime 🐰🥚

🌟🐺 Village Meadow is beaming with pride as we celebrate the incredible achievements of our amazing wolfpack students! 🎉 On Wednesday, Principal Wambach welcomed families to join her in sharing the immense pride we feel for our students' accomplishments. Students from grades third through sixth were recognized for their outstanding achievements on the Galileo Test, showcasing their dedication and hard work. Additionally, all grades received Students of the Month awards, highlighting their exceptional efforts and positive contributions to our school community. Not to forget our PBIS point winners, who have consistently demonstrated outstanding behavior and leadership skills! Principal Wambach couldn't be prouder of the accomplishments of our Wolfpack! 🌟 Way to go, students! Keep shining bright and making us proud every day! 📚🏆 #WolfpackPride #StudentAchievements #VillageMeadowSuccess #ProudPrincipal

Good news! We're pleased to inform you that all services have been restored to normal functioning. Our phone system is up and running smoothly once again. You can now make and receive calls to outside numbers without any issues. We appreciate your patience and understanding during the downtime. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you for your cooperation.

Greetings, As of this morning, all SVUSD schools and offices are facing challenges with our phone system. Unfortunately, we are presently unable to initiate or receive calls to external numbers. Our IT department has already contacted our service provider regarding an equipment failure. They are actively working to resolve the issue and restore the system promptly. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. During this time, we kindly request that you utilize email addresses to contact the schools. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to resolve this issue. Thank you.

🌊🐺 Big congratulations to our hardworking Wolfpack students! 🎉 Their dedication and growth in quarterly benchmark testing earned them a thrilling visit to the Cove last week, where they made a splash in the wave pool. 🌟 Way to go, Village Meadows—rocking those tests with Wolfpack pride! 📈📚 #HardWorkPaysOff #StudentAchievementAndGrowth #VillageMeadowsPride 🏊‍♂️📝

📢 Attention Parents! 📢 🚧 We're dedicated to enhancing your experience at our Welcome Center to better serve you and your needs. To achieve this, some essential work is needed. 🗓️ Please note that the Welcome Center will not be open until noon this Friday, March 29th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and patience. ✅ Please plan your visit accordingly for either Thursday or Friday afternoon. Thank you for your cooperation as we strive to improve our services for you! 💙#BetterService #ThankYou #ParentCommunity

📚🎉 Capture the memories of this unforgettable year at Village Meadows! 🎓 Order now until April 20th to ensure you don't miss a single moment. 📸 Visit yearbookordercenter.com and use the Wolfpack Order Number 25529 to reserve your copy. Let's make this yearbook one to remember! #Village MeadowsYearbook #MemoriesForever #WolfpackPride 🐾✨

🍀 Getting into the spirit of Saint Patrick's Day with some tech-tastic creativity! Before spring break, the Wolfpack uniquely embraced the holiday vibes. Thanks to Mrs. Grill's guidance, our upper grades dove into pixel art on their Chromebooks, while the younger ones showcased their artistic flair through direct drawings, all thanks to SVUSD's awesome one-on-one Chromebook policy! 🎨✨ Mrs. Kruse's 6th graders embarked on an incredible journey, starting with animated book reports using slideshows, music, and images – talk about innovative learning! And their latest adventure? Crafting dream jars and exploring the science behind marshmallow cannons, delving into potential and kinetic energy. Our 6th graders are truly reaching new heights! 🚀 #TechSavvy #CreativeLearning #WolfpackPride 🐺📚

🌟 Join us for a delicious fundraiser at Chipotle hosted by The Village Meadows PTO! 🌮🥑 Mark your calendars for March 20th from 4 to 8 pm. You can support our school by ordering online for pickup using code TRMY9T, or dine in and show the PTO's flyer. Let's come together for a tasty cause! #SupportOurSchool #ChipotleFundraiser #VillageMeadowsPTO 🌟