Friday Update Oct. 4th
Paul writes to the Thessalonians (2:19-20)--"For what is our hope, our joy, or the crown in which we will glory in the presence of the Lord Jesus when He comes? Is it not you? Indeed, you are our glory and joy."
I LOVE VCA. It has been a major part of my life for almost 13 years--8 years teaching, 2 years as administrator, and almost 3 years teaching part-time. Even though I was absent for two or three years, I was able to speak in chapel numerous times as well as serve as a small group leader. In this brief passage of scripture, Paul describes his deep emotion over the spirit-filled power of fellowship shared with the Thessalonian church. I have had many fellowship experiences in ministry over the years of my life, but none compare with what we have shared here at Victory. I pray daily for the staff and the students of VCA. Special intercession for the Transition Committee as they lead during this time of transition. Our koinonia here is described in scripture over and over--to bear one another's burdens, to pray for one another, to be kind to one another, to submit to one another, to serve one another, to comfort one another, to forgive one another, to love one another, and that's just a partial list of the "one another’s" in the Bible. We are family.
Thank you, VCA for what you mean to me. Thank you for being a part of my life for the past many years. At the risk of being repetitive, I LOVE YOU, VCA!!
Rick Jones
7th grade History Teacher
Welcome to VCA!
We are so excited to welcome two new staff members to VCA! Amy Rosnik is joining us as a long-term sub for our middle school math classes. Amy comes to us with 20 years experience in Christian education at multiple grade levels. Zachary Bauer is our new Assistant Guidance Counselor! Mr. Bauer will be assisting Mrs. Thomae with high school graduation requirements and social/emotional needs of our students for both campuses.
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday, October 8, SAT Testing for Seniors: The cost per student is $68. Please contact Mrs. Thomae for more information at mthomae@vcacademy.info.
JV Cheerleading Call-Out Meeting, Wednesday, October 9, 3:15 pm at the North Campus. All girls in grades 4-8 interested in cheer this year are asked to attend along with one parent. Please contact the athletic department for more information.
Parent Teacher Conferences, October 9-10: Partnering with families is one of VCA’s core values and Parent/Teacher Conferences is one way we can actively partner together. We encourage parents to take advantage of this time carved out in the school year to meet with your child’s teacher(s). Scheduling is now open through your Sycamore account for families with students in grades 1-12. (PreK and Kindergarten teachers will schedule with their families directly). To schedule, log in to your family’s Sycamore account, go to My School, go to P/T Conferences, choose the date and the student. From there you can click on the time frame box for a specific teacher and schedule your appointment. Once you confirm the time, you will need to contact the school if you need to change it. The schedule is as follows:
North Campus:
Wednesday, October 9: 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday, October 10: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
South Campus:
Wednesday, October 9: 1:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Thursday, October 10: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Mrs. Mocabee (Music) and Mrs. Cornett (Physical Education) will be conducting all of their conferences at the North Campus only. If you are a South Campus parent wanting to meet with one of them, please schedule according to the times listed above.
Half-day dismissal on Wednesday, October 9
No school on Thursday and Friday, October 10-11
End of 1st Quarter, October 11
Universal CHOICE Scholarship Program Meeting, Monday, October 14:
VCA will be hosting an informational CHOICE Scholarship meeting sponsored by the My School Options and the Institute of Quality Education. The "Across the Finish Line" meeting will be on Monday, October 14 at 6:30 pm, at the North Campus. If your family currently qualifies for CHOICE or if your family does not, we need your help! My School Options is looking to advocate for a universal CHOICE Scholarship (voucher) Program and remove the final barrier, the income requirement! They are looking for parents across the state to share their story and attend parent meetings at your school to help build teams of advocates to get Universal School Choice "Across the Finish Line." The meeting will last only 30 minutes and give you everything you will need to know about how IQEd hopes to bring voucher access to all families in 2025. We can’t do it without your help! Click the link to register and get school choice across the finish line!
Registration Link: https://action.i4qed.org/a/victory-christian-academy-highschool
PSAT/NMSQT, Tuesday, October 15: All students in 10th and 11th grade will take the PSAT/NMSQT on October 15th at 8am. Students will automatically be enrolled in the test. The State of Indiana pays the cost of this test for all Indiana students. The PSAT tests include reading, writing and language, and math. The test measures the student’s college and career readiness. It is part of the SAT Suite of Assessments. Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT in 11th grade may enter the National Merit Scholarship Program. Other agencies also use the PSAT to identify students who may be eligible for their scholarships. These scholarships amount to nearly $160 million every year.
8th Grade Field Trip, Friday, October 18: University of Chicago Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures
Middle School Dance, Thursday, October 24: 6:30pm - 8:30pm, $10 per student @ the NC gym. More details to come!!
Fall Break, October 25: No School, PreK-12
Falls Sports Awards Night, October 29: Please bring a dessert/sweet treat to share as we celebrate our Fall athletes and successful Fall sports season at VCA!
Middle School - 6:00 -7:00 pm
High School - 7:00 - 8:00 pm
