Bobcat Family Newsletter

Week of September 11, 2023

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Picture Day - Preorder yours today. Use Picture Day ID: EVTFG4G7M

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Our Office Staff is here to support you

Principal: Martha Arceo marceo@orangeusd.org

Office Manager: Sandra Brown sbrown@orangeusd.org

Attendance Clerk: Andrea Ayala andrea.ayala@orangeusd.org

Health Clerk: Marion Sistrunk msistrunk@orangeusd.org


Main Office: 714-997-6281

To Report an Absence: 714-538-9710

Just a few reminders:

Please drive safely in our parking lots and around our school:

There are two lanes in our parking lots. Drop off and pick up ONLY in the outer lane. The inside lane is for those parking or driving thru. Please do not drop your children off in this lane.

* Please do not park on Center Drive in the morning or afternoon as it blocks those trying to enter the parking lot.

*For safety reasons, please do not allow children to walk thru cars. Use the crosswalk in our front parking lot.


Lost and Found: Please be sure to write your child's name on their sweaters, jackets, lunch bags, and water bottles. Our collection has started.


Please help us to limit classroom interruptions by helping your child remember their water bottles, lunch, school supplies, etc. Birthday treats are okay


We appreciate your support.

VPE's College Classrooms

We are an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) school, teaching students the importance of being prepared to further their education after high school, from the time they enter TK or Kindergarten.

Wear your college shirt every Monday.

We Champion Attendance! Let's WIN!

Help your child succeed in school and build a habit of good attendance. Stay home when sick. Plan vacations around the school calendar.

Remember to call our absence line by 9:00 a.m. when your child is absent. 714-538-9710 or email andrea.ayala@orangeusd.org


Our District is sponsoring a competition this month. Schools with the best attendance will be recognized and awarded prizes.

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School Site Council

Our 1st School Site Council Meeting will be held tomorrow, Monday at 2:30 p.m. in our MPR. This committee is composed of 5 parents and 5 school staff. We are currently in need of two parent members. If you are interested in serving, please attend tomorrow’s meeting. This committee is responsible for monitoring our school site plan for student achievement.

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Please support our 5th Grade Fundraising Committee

Hey Bobcats! Please support the VPE Class of 2025 at our first restaurant fundraiser of the year! Panda Express this Wednesday, September 13, from 10am to 10pm. the Panda Express located at 2318 North Tustin Street will donate 20% of its proceeds to our students, who are raising money for next year's science camp.


We are excited to announce that our next FIZZY FRIDAY will take place this week on Friday the 15th! Bring a dollar to purchase a treat at lunch time.


Thank you for supporting 5th grade fundraising!

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Click the VPE Home & School League News (above) to visit our website.


Join the Home & School League today!


School spirit wear orders due September 24.

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Birthday Marquee

Parents, Announce your child’s birthday on our school marquee for the week of their birthday!

Each birthday message is $25 and can be paid via cash or check made payable to VPE H&SL. Birthday forms are due to the front office three weeks prior to the date of the birthday. Link to form: Birthday Marquee Form

Villa Park Elementary School

Villa Park Elementary serves students in grades TK - 6th.