News from The Ranch 2024 V16
March 25, 2024
Howdy Bronco Families!
A big shout out to our PTA, Coach Lazaro, Coach Shwenn, Ms. Martinez, Ms. Nicely and Ms. Meza for hosting an absolutely fantastic Field Day! Their hard work and dedication truly made the event a memorable experience for our students and staff. I also want to express gratitude for the involvement of our PTA, Watch Dogs and parents. Your presence and support added to the sense of community and made the day even more special. It was wonderful to see families coming together to creating lasting memories for our Broncos.
I want to also take this opportunity to extend our deepest gratitude to Mrs. Sayra Green and our parent volunteers for their contribution in beautifying our school and outdoor classroom. Your willingness to lend a helping hand and invest your time into enhancing our school speaks volumes about your generosity and passion for our school and community. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
We are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting a special solar eclipse viewing event on April 8 for our students. This event promises to be an educational and unforgettable experience for our students, teachers and parents. This event serves as an excellent teaching moment for our students to learn about astronomy, the solar system, and the importance of protecting our planet. We would be honored if you could join us for this momentous occasion. Please RSVP by April 3 to let us know if you will be able to attend. Permission slips and waiver forms are being sent home today! Please sign and return forms promptly. Students without a signed consent will not be able to participate and will remain in the classroom to learn about the total solar eclipse. Please RSVP using the link below.
We are excited to have our 4th gr students witness the total solar eclipse with NASA and the Space and Engineering Technologies Academy (SETA) at Blossom Stadium on April 8. They will join other 4th grade students across the district to witness this historical event. Permission slips and waiver forms are also being sent home today.
Friendly reminder....
We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming PTA meeting on Tuesday, April 2 at 6:00 pm. You won't want to miss our 1st grade performance!
This week our 5th grade students will take the STAAR Science Mock test on Tuesday, March 26th. Please ensure they receive a good night's rest and a healthy breakfast.
Our cafeteria will be closed to guests on the following days:
March 26
March 28
April 2
April 25
Closed Campus on STAAR Testing Days
April 16-17
April 23-24
April 30- May 1
Have a wonderful week!
Lots of love,
Leticia Cerda-Rodriguez
Proud VR Principal
Thank you for your helping hand!
Click on the link below to RSVP for the Total Solar Eclipse
Pk https://forms.gle/Ck4ifSEfDm5EsYeZA
Kinder https://forms.gle/dtVyFtWkY4MimJhg6
1st grade https://forms.gle/3FpCHoBkLTgHzZHTA
2nd grade https://forms.gle/mgKpd1FQ8P91s9XD8
3rd grade https://forms.gle/y2dnyP6n9eucBpLU6
4th grade - Attending District NASA Solar Eclipse event
5th grade https://forms.gle/T4MT9nMHZeWijuFVA
Congratulations Emma!
The Texas Cavaliers selected Emma Wang as their runner-up for the Fiesta Poster Contest! What a talent she has! Not only did she win art classes at UTSA, she won $1,000 for Vineyard Ranch’s Art program! We are so proud of you Emma! A special THANK YOU to Ms. Meza for providing our student's this amazing opportunity.
Ms. Irma Murray
Ms. Cynthia Trejo
Click on the link below to send a 'SHOUT OUT" to our AMAZING Staff!
Book Fair
The Literati Book Fair arrives mid-next week!
Students will get one shopping day and time!
Our book fair website has links to sign up to volunteer, add money to your child's shopping account, information about your child's shopping day and time, and links to shop online!
Book Fair Website: tinyurl.com/jaay7z8k
Volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C0D45AEAE2CA1F58...
Ewallet: https://literati.com/store/product-category/gift-cards/
Teacher Online Wishlists: https://docs.google.com/.../12iY2UK2Mr.../edit...
A massive THANK YOU to the art mastermind Yanie Betts and the incredible volunteers who poured their hearts and energy into making our book fair display an absolute wonderland for our students! From setting up enchanting displays to creating an atmosphere of excitement and discovery, you've truly made magic happen again!
Together, we've created an experience that goes beyond books; we've created memories that will inspire our students for years to come. Thank you for your unwavering support and for being the driving force behind this extraordinary event! Let's continue spreading the joy of reading and learning together!
Purchase your picture online or pay on picture day
Dress days are in conjunction with our staff calendar and are optional.
Important Dates to Remember:
April 1- 5: Assistant Principal Week
April 3: Paraprofessional Day
April 4: School Librarian Day
April 5: 2nd gr Field Trip
April 8: Total Solar Eclipse at VR more information to come!
April 8: 4th gr NASA Solar Eclipse Field Trip
April 8: NEISD Board Meeting
April 9: 3rd gr GT FIeld Trip
April 10: 4th gr GT Field Trip
April 11: 5th gr GT Field Trip
April 12: Spring Carnival 4:30 - 7:00 pm
April 15: Purple Out - Wear purple in support Military Families!
April 16: Gr 3-5 ELAR STAAR Test- Closed Campus
April 17: Closed Campus
April 23: Gr 5 Science STAAR Test- Closed Campus
April 24: Closed Campus
April 25: Administrative Assistant Day
April 25: Parent Volunteer Breakfast 8:00 - 9:00 am
April 25: PK Fiesta Parade 9:30 am
April 26: Student and Staff Holiday
April 30: Gr 3-5 Math STAAR Test- Closed Campus
May 1: Closed Campus
Click for Community Resources and Training Opportunities
Missing a sweater or lunch box? It might be in our LOST and FOUND!
Our Lost and Found seems to grow with the cold weather. Please encourage your child to stop by our Lost and Found to find missing items such as jackets, sweaters, water bottles and lunch boxes. Believe it or not, lost shoes can also be found. We also encourage parents to stop by to claim missing items. We will be donating all items in our Lost and Found after Spring Break.
Birthdays
- Prearrange date with classroom teacher
- Birthdays will only be celebrated the last 15 minutes of the day of your child's birthday.
- Birthday treats must be store bought and individually portioned
- Drop off birthday treats by 12:00 p.m.
- Non-food Items (pencils, stickers etc) are preferred
- Balloons are not permitted to be delivered to the classroom
- Family members are not allowed in the classroom for birthday celebrations
Lunch Reminders
Just a friendly reminder that lunch tables are designated for you and your child. Your child's friends are not allowed to join you at the parent lunch table. Keep in mind that Fridays are our busiest days, please consider another day during the week.
Limit 2 guests per student.
No lunch guests during Early Release Days.
Early Check-Out
Vineyard Ranch Elementary
Principal
Email: lcerda@neisd.net
Website: neisd.net
Location: 16818 Huebner 78258
Phone: 210-356-7200