Vaughan Voice
Campus Parent Communication - January 28, 2022
I can't believe January is almost over! This month has flown by fast! We'd like to thank you all for coming to Pizzingo! It was such a great event. In addition, thank you to PTA for always coordinating fun activities for our families.
February 7th-11th is National School Counseling Week. Please help us celebrate our school counselor, Melissa Dreher. Your students are welcome to make cards or write her letters. If you want to send her anything digitally, here is her email - melissa.dreher@allenisd.org.
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Thank you,
Tonya Jasenof
Principal
Vaughan Elementary
Students Needed for Eagle Minute Video Series
The Allen ISD Communication department is looking for opportunities to highlight our
exceptional students, but we need your assistance. We are looking for new nominations for the Eagle Minute video series. Can you help us identify unique students who excel in different areas, either inside or outside of the classroom? Stories can focus on academics, community service, or extracurricular – anything unique and interesting. If you know of a student who we should feature, please let me know ASAP. Here are examples of previously published videos:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbfiPU2B2Ag7RJMwTZAFS2UfuRk80aNu
2022-2023 Academic Calendar
Here is a video explaining the calendar formation and it summarizes the new calendar as well - https://www.facebook.com/allenisd/videos/1115662675937359.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR JANUARY VIPS!
We had a BLAST cheering on student excellence today. The students chosen did an exceptional job exhibiting the character trait - Determination - for the month of January.
UIL Winners!
Love Week 2/14-2/18
Love Week is an opportunity for all Allen ISD schools to work together to support a non-profit organization. This year’s Love Week recipient is Family Promise of Collin County. Family Promise helps families with children experiencing homelessness.
T-shirts:
AHS is coordinating the sale and distribution of Love Week t-shirts. Shirts cost $15 and are available on schoolPay. T-shirts will be delivered to campuses. (click on flyer below for link to order shirt) Our staff plans to wear them on Tuesday, February 15th if your student would like to join us.
Dollar Donation Challenge:
They are asking all campuses to participate in Love Week. Vaughan will have a $1 day on Wednesday, February 16th and all staff and students that bring $1 can wear a hat and/or pj's on that day.
No Lunch Visitors
Friday, February 11th (Staff Chili Cook Off will be in the MPR)
Monday, February 28th - Friday, March 4th (Book Fair will be in the MPR
We appreciate your understanding and support!
Allen Eagle Run- Running for David Noll - Saturday, February 26th
This year, we are running in honor of our School Board member and AISD parent, David Noll. We would love to see staff, students, and parents participate in the Allen Eagle Run. Please remember you may choose the "sleep-in" option. :)
Registration:
$25 NOW- February 4th
$30 February 5th - February 23rd
$35 February 24th - Race Day the 26th
We are excited to kickoff the Allen Eagle Run!
Grades 1-11 Phase I GT Testing Information
The registration window to sign up students in grades 1-11 for phase I of GT testing will be open beginning January 27th through February 7th. Students must be registered during this window to participate in GT testing. Registration links and a spring assessment timeline are available on the GT portion of the AISD website. Questions? Contact gifted@allenisd.org.
Middle School Advanced Academics Parent Webinar
The Gifted & Talented/Advanced Academics Department will host an informational webinar outlining middle school advanced academics opportunities. This webinar will take place February 8th at 6:00pm. Registration is not required. Join via Zoom, using passcode 698806. The webinar will be recorded and a copy of the session and slides will be available on the Advanced Academics portion of the AISD website. For more information, contact advancedacademics@allenisd.org.
Skyward Update
Skyward data migration to the cloud was completed over the Winter Break and is live.
All mobile apps users, including parents, will need to delete and reinstall the Skyward app on their mobile device by going through the Apple or Google Play store. If anyone requires additional assistance, they can contact the Help Desk or enter a help ticket.
Yearbooks! TODAY is the LAST DAY!!
Yearbooks are on sale for $30. Click here to purchase one. The last day to purchase is Friday, January 28, 2022.
Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
Reminder - Allen ISD Learn ‘N Playday Preschool
Allen ISD Learn ‘N Playday Preschool will be having registration for the 2022-2023 school year beginning on January 31st. Before this time, you can get your child on our waiting list by e-mailing your child’s name, birthdate, parent’s name, e-mail, best phone number, and class preference. For more information on how to register your child please check their website at www.allenisd.org/learnnplayday. Anyone in Allen ISD is eligible for enrollment.
Learn ‘N Playday is located at George Anderson Elementary School and has been providing a quality tuition-based preschool experience for 3-5-year-old children since 1986. Classes run from 9 am until 2 pm and are offered 2, 3 or 5 days (5 day-4’s only) a week. If you have any questions, please feel free to email learnnplay@allenisd.org.
Volunteer Background Check Form
WatchD.O.G.S.
Library Volunteers Needed!
Dr. Smithwick needs some extra hands in the library! If you are interested in helping to shelve books on a weekly basis or work on special projects when/if they arise, please sign up here:
Emergency Broadband Benefit
The FCC is providing relief to help families struggling to afford internet services during COVID-19. The Emergency Broadband Benefit will provide a discount of up to $50 per month towards broadband services for qualifying families and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Families can use this link to apply.
Other Important Details
Ways to Get Involved!
JOIN PTA!!!!
Like us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/VikingsofMOVE1
Follow us on Twitter - VikingsofMOVE1
Volunteer! To volunteer, complete a Criminal History Check online at www.allenisd.org each school year.
Contact your child’s teacher or sign up to volunteer through the Vaughan PTA.
Save the Date!
Monday, January 31st - Chick-fil-a Spirit Night
February 7th-11th - National School Counseling Week
Monday, February 21st - Student Holiday
Monday, February 28th - Chick-fil-a Spirit Night
Thursday, March 3rd - Open House
Friday, March 4th - Early Release Day
Monday, March 7th - March 11th - Spring Break
Follow Us on Social Media
Email: tonya.jasenof@allenisd.org
Website: https://www.allenisd.org/Domain/1123
Location: 820 Cottonwood Dr, Allen, TX, USA
Phone: 972.727.0470
Facebook: facebook.com/VikingsofMOVE1
Twitter: @VikingsofMOVE1