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| . - Thursday, November 19, 2009Henderson Library Open
The Henderson Library is now open. Please stop by and see the renovations and check out a book for your child.
Area Achievement Presentations
All of the Area Achievement PowerPoint presentations are now posted on the main TUSD website. The presentations are organized by area and link to an Adobe version of the presentation. The presentations are on the “District Accountability Reports” page and can be accessed through either the School Reports page or under the “Information and News” -> “About Us” menu or to make it simple... the direct link is http://tusd.org/InformationNews/AboutUs/DistrictAccountabilityReports/tabid/298/Default.aspx.
H1N1 Clinic Information
The Department of Public Health has been releasing information regarding vaccine clinics within L.A. County. As we receive this information and find clinics fairly close to Torrance we will provide you with the information. The closet clinic as of now is:
Friday and Saturday, November 20-21
Hollywood Park, 1050 S. Prairie Ave, Inglewood, 90301
9 a.m. - 5 p.m
Conflict Manager Program
If your child is having an issue with a friend, peer or fellow classmate, please advise them to use our Conflict Managers to help them resolve the issue. All you need to do is contact your teacher or the office and we can arrange for your child to get assistance from our Conflict Management team.
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| . - Tuesday, November 10, 2009Principal's Message
Please click here to read Mr. Baker's November message to all members our fine Victor community. This can also be found on the left hand side of our homepage.
Direct Donation Campaign and Contest Extended
The Victor PTA has extended the deadline for our Direct Donation Contest to November 24th. Please click here for more information.
Victor Schoolwide Goals for 2009 - 2010
We have completed our schoolwide goals for this year. Even though we have exceeded 900 in API we still want to "reach for the stars." Please click here to see an overview of our goals.
Are You Having Issues with E Blast?
If you signed up for E Blast and have not been receiving them, you may have to make a small adjustment. Please click here for instructions on how to fix this problem.
Now that flu season has arrived in full force we are finding a number of students who are bringing medicine to school and actually have it in their possession. This is strictly not allowed and could lead to a suspension. If a child requires taking medicine at school, they must get a release from their Doctor that must be submitted to the office. Should you have any questions, please contact our Health Clerk, Ms. Abe.
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| . - Friday, November 06, 2009Marie Callender's Whole Pie Fundraiser
Marie Callender's is giving Victor Elementary School the opportunity to raise money for our school. For every whole pie that is purchased from Friday, November 20th through Thursday, November 26th Marie Callender's will donate 50 cents to Victor PTA.
It's Thanksgiving time so order your pies in advance by calling 310-378-4209 or visit Marie Callendar's at 23365 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505 (nearest cross-street is Lomita Blvd.)
This is not the Marie Callender's located in restaurant row this location is just south of Lomita Blvd.
You must bring in the whole pie coupon for our school to get credit! Get your coupon on-line by clicking here.
Help Support Victor Students
As you are very aware, the Victor PTA’s sole fundraiser this year is through a direct donation program through our website and E Blast. This is done at other schools with great success and requires a lot less work than the cookie and wrapping paper sales of the past. Our goal for this year is to reach $30,000. We mistakenly stated $60,000, but with us reaching $30k, we will still be able to provide all the great programs and support our PTA offers.
Currently, we have had 70 donations equaling $5370, which is an average donation/student of $76.71. We have been doing this for 8 days and have 13 days remaining. At this pace we will hit about $14,100 and 185 donations by the end of the campaign, barring an increase in volume, (which we have actually seen the last few days). The good news is that the average donation is higher than we expected. The bad news is we are moving slowly. We know these are tough financial times, but even if a family contributes a total of $30 per student, which would help us achieve our goal, they can spread that cost over 10 – 12 months! That is $5 – $6 per student a month!
As of today, the top fundraising classrooms are, in order, Mrs. Kooker's 5th Grade class, Mrs. Popp's 3rd grade class, Mrs. Shortell's 4th grade class, Mr. Laureno's 1st grade class, and Mrs. Mac Leod's 5th grade class. The highest level of classroom participation is 5th grade parents! Go 5th grade!! The highest dollar amount from one classroom is $510.
Do know that families and community members can also donate by giving a check written to Victor PTA. If you do receive any checks, please give them to your child's teacher or drop it off in the office. We appreciate your support.
Please support Victor by making a one time donation or monthly donation by clicking on Direct Donation. For more information, please click here.
Golden Spoon supports Viking spirit! Victor students- wear your Victor shirt to Golden Spoon on any Tuesday from now until December 31st and receive a free mini yogurt. Thank you Golden Spoon!
Free Frozen Yogurt for Victor Students Showing Spirit!
Wear your Victor shirt to Golden Spoon on Tuesday and receive a free mini yogurt! Gold Spoon supports our students who show Victor Spirit!
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| ELMAC Meeting - Wednesday, November 04, 2009Our 1st ELMAC - English Language Multicultural Advisory Council meeting was held on Wednesday, Nov. 4th. Important information regarding the many programs available for English Language Learners and their parents was shared by Pam Williams, Assistant Principal.
If you are interested in learning more about your child's English Language Development and academic support for English Language Learners, please attend our next ELMAC meeting in January. |
| . - Friday, October 30, 2009
What Is Happening At Victor?
Please take some time and visit What Is Happening at Victor module on our homepage to see all of the great things happening at Victor Elementary School. Pictures of our lastest PTA sponsored events are the newest addition. Check it out!
Do You Drink Coke Products?
If so, do know that Victor participates in the My Coke Rewards for our schools program and it is easy for you to donate the points to Victor:
1) Register to become a member at www.mycokerewards.com
2) Look for codes on specially marked packages of their favorite Coca-Cola products
3) Enter codes and collect points at mycokerewards.com, then select your school to donate their points
Thank you!
Box Tops for Education
Please send those box tops into our office! Our deadline to submit our first round of box tops is Thursday, October 29th.
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| . - Tuesday, October 06, 2009Scrip Program
So, have you tried our Scrip program? This is a great way to support Victor PTA at no cost to you. For more information, please visit our Scrip page by clicking here. All Mr. Baker asks is for you to give it a try! Thank you! |
| . - Monday, September 28, 2009H1N1 Information
Please click here for the latest installment of the “Community Update on Pandemic H1N1 Flu” from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
Also, please note, the County Public Health website has added a special section with information dedicated to schools. The site contains information for students, parents, administrators, nurses as well as for child care and preschool providers. It will be regularly updated with information on pandemic H1N1 flu as well as other public health issues relevant to schools.
P.T.A. Reflections Project
This year's theme for the PTA Reflections Program is "Beauty is..."
There are six categories in which your child may compete in: Literature, Musical Composition, Photography, Visual Arts, Dance Choreography and Film Production.
Entry forms with detailed rules for each category are available in the School Office.
Please make sure that your child follows the rules for the category that they select.
The entry for the deadline is Thursday, October 29th at 1:00 p.m. Your child may turn in their entry any time from now until October 29th to their teacher. If at all possible, please don't wait until the last day for your child's entry to be turned in.
Suggestions: Please have your child write their name on the back of their submission - not on the front. Please fill out the entry form completely. This year I have added a space for your child's room number and the teacher's name (it makes it easier to return their submission to them once the competition has been concluded). Some of the entries will be displayed in the school library.
Principal Baker will be taking the winners out to lunch! Also, the winners from Victor will be competing against the winners from all of the other elementary schools in Torrance. If your child is fortunate to win again, then their submission will be competing against elementary schools in Los Angeles County.
If you have any questions, please call Jeannie Fuller at 310-542-3109.
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| . - Monday, September 21, 2009Elementary School Lunch Menu
The CDE revealed a new website to help provide information to parents and students about the STAR testing program. Within the site are sections for students, parents and educators. This is a good site for parents who have questions about the STAR program. The website is:
http://www.starsamplequestions.org
Before and After School Day Care
YMCA - 310 325-5885
Salvation Army - 310 370 4515
After school care only:
Torrance Parks and Rec - 310 618-2944
PTA Memberships
Discover the treasures of the PTA! Please make a difference in your child's education by becoming a member of the Victor Elementary PTA. If you need a new form, please pick one up in the office. Your membership supports many programs here at Victor.
Valet
Please stay in your cars when using valet to pick up your child from school. When you leave your car, it prevents other cars from moving and causes severe traffic congestion.
Buy Scrip!
Our Scrip program is one of our most important means of raising funds at Victor, at no cost to you, and I ask that you learn about and try this Scrip program. To learn more about our Scrip program, please click here.
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