Huskies' Weekly News
Sunday, March 1, 2026 ARCHIVED
Principal Batten's Weekly Message
There are only three weeks left in the 3rd Quarter grading period (ends March 23). Students MUST attend all core and assigned Intervention Zoom classes and complete assigned work daily in order not to get behind. We are hoping to provide additional in-person support for our math students. This week, all Math 1 students are asked to attend an in-person Math 1 session at V3A with Mrs. Smith on Tuesday (March 3) from 8:00 - 9:45 am. Math 1 students needing transportation can sign-up online https://v3a.online/bus. On Wednesday, March 4. Biology students take the required NC Check-In#3 Students should arrive at V3A at 8:00 am with their charged LAPTOPS & CHARGERS. Students who need bus transportation can sign up online: https://v3a.online/bus. On Thursday, we have invited select 6-8 Math student to attend in-person, small-group math support from 8:00 ~ 10:30 am (no bus transportation).
SCHEDULE
- MONDAY (Mar 2) Regular Zoom day. Staff Zoom at 12:30pm
- TUESDAY (Mar 3) Math 1in-person class at V3A/CFI 8:00 - 9:45 am https://v3a.online/bus
- WEDNESDAY (Mar 4) Biology Check-In#3 and ACT Make-ups, 8am at V3A https://v3a.online/bus
- THURSDAY (Mar 5) Biology Makeup CkIns (if needed). 6-8 Math INVITED in-person small-group learning (no bus transportation). Read Across Vance Family Night at VCMS 5-6:30pm
- FRIDAY (Mar 6) Regular Zoom day
UPCOMING
- MONDAY (Mar 9) BOE meeting 6pm at ASC
- TUESDAY (Mar 17) Celebration of the Arts in-person arts experiences at V3A/CFI
DAILY EXPECTATIONS
Students should...
- Check their email and Canvas daily
- Attend ALL Zoom classes and Intervention Zoom sessions (until told otherwise)
- Follow all virtual learning Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Complete ALL assigned work
- Contact your teacher if confused and/or you need extra help
Please feel free to contact me by my office phone (252-506-7206), cell phone (252-590-0595), or email (jbatten@vcs.k12.nc.us).
-Dr. Batten
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High School Student Opportunity
Opportunity for High School Students:
District C Teamship offers high school students a unique internship experience where they work in teams to solve real business problems for high-tech companies. This virtual program not only helps students develop essential problem-solving skills but also allows them to build a professional network and enhance their college applications.
Benefits of Teamship:
- Gain real-world experience that stands out on college applications and resumes.
- Collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds, fostering teamwork and innovation.
- Work with expert coaches and receive guidance throughout the process.
- Potential for follow-up internships or job offers from business partners.
District C is an official partner of SparkNC. Learn more or register today at the following link: https://districtc.co/find-a-teamship-program/spark-teamship-statewide/
Congratulations Mr. Wesley!
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Volunteer Applications Available Online
If you have someone interested in becoming a volunteer, they can now complete the application online! It is also still available in paper form. The application can be accessed on the VCS website under Community...or the direct link to the online application is https://bit.ly/VolunteerVCS.
The Process:
1. Application Submission Online (or paper copy turned in to Communications)
2. Applications processed through Communications
3. Background Check initiated by HR
4. Prospective Volunteer completes information from BiB in email
5. HR reviews the results upon BiB completion
6. Communications contact prospective volunteers with results
7. If approved, the volunteer must pick up a badge and is added to the official volunteer list.
Please note, the volunteer application may take up to 2-weeks to process.
Student Virtual Learning SOPs
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Virtual Teaching SOPs
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