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💙💛 Victor Elementary Weekly Message 💙💛
Dear Victor Viking Families,
Happy Sunday, Viking Families! 💙💛 We hope everyone is enjoying a wonderful 3 day weekend. As we begin another week at Victor Elementary, we are excited to share a few updates and reminders with our families.
🌟 A Special Visit from Dr. Troy Brown!
This past week, Victor Elementary had the honor of welcoming Dr. Troy Brown, Superintendent of the San Joaquin County Office of Education, to our campus! Dr. Brown visited Victor to see firsthand the amazing work our teachers and students are doing in early literacy and learning.
Throughout his visit, Dr. Brown had the opportunity to step into classrooms, see our Vikings engaged in learning, and speak directly with our students and staff. Our students were especially excited to meet him and share a little bit about what they have been learning!
One of the highlights of the visit was seeing Dr. Brown join in on the fun and jump rope with our 1st- and 3rd-grade Vikings! 🪢😊 It was such a special moment for our students and a wonderful reminder that learning, relationships, and joy all go hand in hand.
Dr. Brown left Victor with his heart full, and we were incredibly proud to showcase the wonderful things happening at our little school.
📸 Victor Vikings in the Spotlight!
The San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) captured some wonderful moments from Dr. Brown's visit! Families can visit the SJCOE Facebook and Instagram pages to see photos and highlights from his time with our Vikings.
🍎 Parent-Teacher Conferences Are Coming!
Parent-Teacher Conferences are right around the corner! Teachers will be reaching out to families soon to schedule conference timeframes.
Conferences are an important opportunity to learn about your child's progress, celebrate their successes, discuss areas for continued growth, and strengthen the partnership between home and school. Please be on the lookout for communication from your child's teacher regarding scheduling.
⏰ Attendance Matters – Every Day & Every Minute Counts!
As we continue into September, we want to remind our families that attendance matters! Being at school every day and arriving on time helps students build strong routines and ensures they do not miss valuable instructional time.
Even arriving just a few minutes late each day can add up over time. Please help your Viking start the day successfully by making regular and punctual attendance a priority.
Thank you for partnering with us to make every school day and every minute count!
Thank You, Viking Families!
We continue to be grateful for the support and partnership of our Victor families. There are so many wonderful things happening across our campus, and we are proud of the learning, growth, and joy we see from our students each day.
Together, we will continue creating a school where every Viking can learn, grow, thrive, and shine!
Go Vikings! 💙💛
Warmly,
Mrs. Berry
Principal, Victor Elementary School
Regular Schedule
Breakfast: 7:40 A.M. to 7:55 A.M.
Kindergarten: 8:00 A.M. to 11:50 A.M.
1st - 3rd: 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
4th - 6th: 8:00 A.M. to 2:05 P.M.
Minimum Day Schedule
Breakfast: 7:40 A.M. to 7:55 A.M.
Kindergarten: 8:00 A.M. to 11:50 A.M.
1st - 3rd: 8:00 A.M. to 12:01 P.M.
4th - 6th: 8:00 A.M. to 12:10 P.M.
No School on Monday, September 7th in Observance of Labor Day. Classes resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Minimum Day Schedule
Breakfast: 7:40 A.M. to 7:55 A.M.
Kindergarten: 8:00 A.M. to 11:50 A.M.
1st - 3rd: 8:00 A.M. to 12:01 P.M.
4th - 6th: 8:00 A.M. to 12:10 P.M.
Families, please take a few minutes to complete Online Data Confirmation (ODC). Completing ODC ensures that your child’s school has current contact information and all required annual forms for the school year. Each classroom with 100% participation will receive a classroom incentive (pizza party, ice cream party etc)
To complete ODC:
- Go to the Aeries Parent & Student Portal and log in. If you do not have a log in, please follow the prompts to create an account. If you need assistance with this, please call our school's office.
- Once logged in, if you have not completed the ODC a pink banner will appear across the top of your screen prompting you to complete the process. Follow the prompts and select "Finish and Submit" to finalize the data confirmation.
If you need clarity on the above steps, or would like to see screenshots, please view this document or call our school's office.
Every completed confirmation helps our school stay connected with families and better equips us to support students. Thank you for partnering with us and helping us start the year strong!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Thank you to everyone who participated in the recent election for our School Site Council (SSC) Parent Representatives. We had strong participation, and your votes ensured that parent voices will continue to be well represented in our school’s decision-making.
I am pleased to announce the results:
🎉 Congratulations to our elected SSC Parent Representative(s):
Anna Trindade [2nd year term 26-27]
Travis McCauley
Shelby Dutschke
These parents will serve as representatives on the SSC, working alongside staff, teachers, and administrators to review student achievement data, guide the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), and ensure that our school’s resources are used to best support all students.
Please join me in thanking and congratulating our newly elected representatives for their commitment to our school community.
With appreciation,
Marina Berry
Principal, Victor Elementary
Victor School Behavior Expectations – Playground
At Victor Elementary, we continue to teach and reinforce our Viking Values: Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful in every area of our school.
This Week’s PBIS Focus: Playground Expectations
❤️ Be Respectful
Include others and use kind words during play.
Follow adult directions promptly.
Respect school property and playground equipment.
💙 Be Responsible
Take turns and share equipment appropriately.
Line up quickly and quietly when called.
Follow game rules and play fairly.
💚 Be Safe
Walk or run in designated areas only.
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Report injuries, unsafe conditions, or conflicts immediately to staff.
Each week, we will highlight a different area of our campus, including the classroom, cafeteria, pathways, library, restrooms, technology areas, and playground.
Thank you for helping our Vikings Learn Strong by being safe, responsible, and respectful every day! 💙💛
Our Victor Elementary PTC is looking for parents and family members who would like to get involved! PTC is a wonderful way to support our students, help with school events and activities, share ideas, and make a positive difference in our Viking community. Whether you can help a little or a lot, we would love to have you join us! If you are interested in learning more or becoming involved, please contact Mrs. Shelby Dutschke @ sdutschke762@gmail.com or by phone at 916-832-6510. We appreciate your support and look forward to growing our PTC team! 💙💛
September 2026
Wednesday, September 16th Minimum Day
Friday: September 18th Lunch on the Lawn with students
Friday, September 25th Student Pancake Breakfast
Tuesday, through Friday September 22 to 25 Minimum Days (Parent Conference Week)
Monday through Friday September 28 through October 9, 2026 Fall Break
The Imagine This... Story Writing Contest is now open, and we're inviting students in grades 3–8 to write and submit original stories—real or imagined—based on accurate information about California agriculture. This one-of-a-kind contest combines agriculture, creativity, and literacy. Each year, one state winner from each grade level is selected, and their story is illustrated by talented high school art students before being published in a beautifully bound book!
Important Dates:
📅 November 1 – Story Submission Deadline
🏅 December 1 – Regional Winners Announced
🏆 December 1 – State Winners Announced
Winners Will:
📖 Become a published author
🏛️ Travel to Sacramento to be recognized at the State Capitol (travel expenses covered)
🎨 Have their story professionally illustrated by high school art students
🖼️ Receive a giant poster featuring their story's illustrated book cover
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Looking for support or helpful community resources? Community Partnership for Families has several Family Resource Centers available to serve families throughout San Joaquin County. These centers offer a variety of services, including food assistance, utility assistance, employment resources, parenting support, and youth programs.
Family Resource Centers:
- Lodi Family Resource Center
- Conway Family Resource Center
- Dorothy L. Jones Family Resource Center
- Tracy Family Resource Center
- Villa Monterey Family Resource Center
We encourage all ELL Victor Viking families to explore these valuable community resources and take advantage of the support available to you and your family.