From Superintendent Andrew Melin, Ph.D. for the week of April 11, 2011: The ISTEP+ multiple choice exams will be taken on-line by VCS 5th and 8th grader As stated in last week’s newsletter, the multiple choice portion of the ISTEP+ exam will begin April 25 …
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Please join Dr. Melin and the VCS School Board as they present information to our citizens regarding key pieces of legislation that may impact public education! Viking University New Date: Thursday, April 14 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at Ben Franklin Middle …
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Written by Andrew Melin, Superintendent The first week in May will be Teacher Appreciation Week, a week in which our community can show how much it values our teachers. However, it is important to note the commitment our teachers make every day of every …
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From Superintendent Andrew Melin, Ph.D. for the week of March 21, 2011: VHS gymnastics’ team wins unprecedented fourth straight state championship Our VHS gymnastics team won its fourth straight state championship last Saturday at Ball State University …
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From Superintendent Andrew Melin, Ph.D. for the week of March 14, 2011: Five VCS schools earn “Four Star” status which is indicative of Indiana’s best schools Five VCS schools have earned “Four Star” status according to the Indiana Department of …
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From Superintendent Andrew Melin, Ph.D. for the week of March 7, 2011: Literacy is a key to the future academic and career success of VCS students Reading to some of our elementary students last week reminded me of the importance reading plays in our lives …
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From Superintendent Andrew Melin, Ph.D. for the week of February 28, 2011: VCS strategic plan to use a communication and decision-making process VCS is one of the premier school systems in Indiana. While recognizing the role current practices have played in …
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From Superintendent Andrew Melin, Ph.D. for the week of February 21, 2011: Proposed state legislation could have sweeping impact on K-12 public education Education legislation at the state level has been at the forefront of the minds of educators, community …
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Written by Gina Wagenblast, Parent Coordinator Wow, what a title! Have I caught your attention? Have those words struck a chord? If they have caught your attention…read on. If they have struck a chord, then chances are, like me, YOU ARE a parent of a …
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Written by Rob Haworth, Assistant Superintendent The Valparaiso Community School district is recognized for its commitment to ensuring student success through a strong focus on academics, the arts and athletics. Valparaiso Community Schools offer numerous …
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