Viking News
Back-to-School 2026
One School, One Team
Greetings, Vinton Families!
We have kicked-off another season here at Vinton School and are excited to have you all on our team!
As you may have guessed, we are focusing on TEAMWORK this year. We are all in this together and we can do amazing things when we support one another.
So, THANK YOU in advance for all the hard work we know you will continue to put towards your little Viking. Please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher or me with any questions or concerns you may have throughout the school year.
Your teammate in education,
Mrs. Preston
August
7: NO SCHOOL
13: Vinton Spirit Day!
13: Spirit Wear orders due
14: NO SCHOOL
18: Boy Scouts presentation at lunch
20: Favorite Team Spirit Day!
21: NO SCHOOL
26: Mad Mushroom Fundraiser Day!
27: Rainbow Day! (Wear all the colors!)
28: NO SCHOOL
September
2: 3rd Grade Choir practice begins, 7:30-8am
2: Read-Cycle
3: 4th Grade Choir practice begins, 7:30-8am
3: 1st-4th grade midterms come home
4: NO SCHOOL
7: NO SCHOOL - Labor Day
11: ATTEND SCHOOL!
11: ABC Day! (Each class will be given a letter to guide how they dress)
17: Vinton Spirit Day!
18: NO SCHOOL
23: Picture Day (more info coming)
24: Family Playdate at the Park (more info coming)
25: NO SCHOOL
29: Vision Screening for K, 1st and 3rd graders
7:30am - Doors open, all student go to the cafeteria and grab a breakfast.
7:45am - 1st-4th graders head down the hallway to class. Kdg students remain in the cafeteria with their teacher.
8:00am - Tardy Bell rings.
8:15pm - Any student who arrives at 8:15am or later, is marked "Tardy Truant." This counts as a half-day absence.
8:30am - Breakfast service ends
LUNCH/RECESS
Essential Skills - 10:55-11:45am
4th - 11:00-11:40am
3rd - 11:25am-12:05pm
2nd - 11:50am-12:30pm
1st - 12:15- 12:55pm
Kdg - 12:50-1:30pm
3:45pm - Dismissal
Orders are due August 13th
Interested in ordering Vinton spirit wear for your family? Use the link below to order online. Paper order forms will be sent home this week.
We have a long day and we get hungry! Students are encouraged to bring a healthy snack for themselves each day. Great snacks include: fruit, veggies, cereal, crackers, pretzels, granola bars, popcorn.
Please NO chips, Takis, cookies or candy!
Some teachers will request snack donations for the entire class - thank you in advance for helping!
Please help us keep your child safe!
- The front circle is for bus drop-off and pick-up only. All cars need to go through the parking lot.
- Drop students off along the curb, or park in the lot and walk them over.
- No child is to be in the parking lot by themselves.
- Do not leave cars unattended along the curb. Need to get out of your car? Find a parking spot.
- Drive slowly in the parking lot and school zone - we have 400 kids to keep safe!
- Patience and respect of others is appreciated and expected at all times.
Be Here, Be Ready: How Showing Up on Time Helps Your Child Thrive
Why attendance matters
Missing as little as 10% of the school year—less than two days each month—adds up fast and can hurt learning. The U.S. Department of Education and Attendance Works found that children who are chronically absent in kindergarten and first grade are much less likely to read on grade level by third grade. The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) report that students with steady attendance are more likely to graduate. Attendance Works also notes that even small improvements—just a few more days in school each year—are tied to measurable test-score gains and better long-term outcomes, like higher chances of enrolling in college and finding steady work. On a four-day school week, every day counts even more: one day in class equals 1.25 days of instruction.
Simple habits that make a big difference
- Set a predictable bedtime so your child wakes up ready to learn.
- Get clothes, backpacks, and lunches ready the night before to avoid morning stress.
- Use an alarm and a visible morning checklist your child can follow.
- Build in extra travel time—leave earlier than you think you need to.
- Talk about school with enthusiasm so your child looks forward to going.
A small change today helps your child tomorrow
Small, steady routines at home can reduce absences and build habits that support learning and confidence. Showing up on time not only boosts current grades and skills—it also improves your child’s chances of graduating, pursuing postsecondary opportunities, and finding steady employment.
Reminder:
8:00am - Vinton School begins
8:00-8:14am = Tardy
8:15am or later = Tardy Truant (equal to a half-day absence)
-Mrs. Cree, Vinton Counselor
We love birthdays! If you would like to bring in treats to celebrate your child's big day, please check with your child's teacher for allergies, number of students and timing. ALL TREATS MUST BE STORE-BOUGHT. Some of the crowd favorites include: individual bags of pretzels or popcorn, mini-cupcakes and cookies. Contrary to popular belief, big cupcakes mostly get thrown away and are a mess! Please remember we want to celebrate your child, but this is not the time for a full-blown party with a cake, goodie bags and games.