Victor Elementary Weekly Smore
💙💛 Victor Elementary Weekly Message 💙💛
💙💛 Happy Sunday, Viking Families! 💙💛
What a wonderful first week back from Fall Break! It has been such a joy welcoming our Vikings back to campus after their two-week break. Throughout the week, I had the opportunity to visit classrooms, connect with students, and see firsthand the excitement and enthusiasm they brought back to school. It was heartwarming to see so many smiling faces, students reconnecting with their friends, and classrooms filled with learning, laughter, and positive energy!
Our teachers and staff have done an amazing job helping students transition back into their daily routines, and I am so proud of how quickly our Vikings have settled in and are ready to learn. As we begin our second quarter, I am excited about the wonderful learning opportunities, celebrations, and special activities ahead.
We have a busy and exciting couple of weeks coming up at Victor Elementary, so please take a moment to review the important announcements and upcoming events below! 💙💛
❤️ American Heart Association – Kids Heart Challenge!
Our Kids Heart Challenge with the American Heart Association is officially underway! Our Vikings are learning about the importance of heart health, making healthy choices, and developing lifelong habits that keep their hearts strong. We are excited to see our students participate in this meaningful program while having fun and supporting a wonderful cause!
⏰ Minimum Day This Week!
Families, please remember that we have a minimum day this week! We encourage families to plan accordingly and make arrangements for their child's early dismissal. Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all our Vikings!
❤️ Red Ribbon Week & Wellness Week – October 26–30
Get ready for a fun-filled week of school spirit! Next week, Victor Elementary will celebrate Red Ribbon Week and Wellness Week! Throughout the week, students will participate in exciting spirit days while learning about the importance of making healthy, safe, and positive choices. We encourage all our Vikings to participate and show their school spirit!
🚒 Parent School Safety Meeting – Friday, October 23
The safety and well-being of our students and staff continue to be among our highest priorities at Victor Elementary. We invite all families to attend our Parent School Safety Meeting on Friday, October 23, at 8:30 a.m. in Room 1.
We are honored to welcome Fire Chief Weber, who will join us to share valuable information about school safety, emergency preparedness, and ways we can work together to keep our school community safe. We hope you can join us for this important conversation!
📸 Picture Retake Day – Tuesday, October 27
Mark your calendars! Picture Retake Day is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27! This is a great opportunity for students who were absent on our original Picture Day or who need to have their school pictures retaken. We want to make sure every Viking has an opportunity to capture their school-year smile!
🎃👻 Trunk or Treat – Thursday, October 29!
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of family fun! Our amazing Victor Elementary Activities Team is excited to host our annual Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 29, from 4:30–6:00 p.m.!
We invite all our Viking families to join us for an evening filled with decorated trunks, sweet treats, costumes, and wonderful memories with our school community!
🍬 We Still Need Your Support! To make this event a success, we are asking our wonderful Viking families to help by donating bags of nut-free candy. Donations may be dropped off with your child's teacher or at the school office by Tuesday, October 27.
As an extra incentive, the classroom that collects the most bags of candy will earn a popcorn party! 🍿
Students are welcome to wear school-appropriate costumes. Please remember that masks, weapons, and bloody or gory costumes are not permitted.
Thank you for helping our Activities Team continue this special Victor tradition. We couldn't do it without the generosity and support of our amazing families!
🌟 Attendance Matters – Let's Make Every Day Count!
As we continue into our second quarter, I want to remind our families just how important regular school attendance is to student success. Every day and every minute of learning matters!
When students arrive at school on time and attend consistently, they build strong academic habits, develop meaningful friendships, and gain the confidence they need to succeed.
Families, we need your continued partnership in making attendance a priority! Please help us ensure that your Viking arrives every day, on time, and ready to learn. Together, we can make this a successful quarter for every student!
💙💛 Let's Have Another Amazing Week, Vikings!
October is filled with exciting opportunities for our students to learn, celebrate, and grow together! Thank you, Viking families, for your continued support, encouragement, and commitment to our school community.
Together, we make Victor Elementary a special place where every Viking can learn, grow, and thrive!
Wishing all our Viking families a wonderful Sunday and an amazing week ahead!
Warmly,
Mrs. Berry
Principal
💙💛 Go Vikings! 💙💛
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.
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.
Please know that this is only a practice drill, and there is no known threat to our campus
Dear Viking Families,
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain one of our highest priorities at Victor Elementary.
On Wednesday, October 14, we successfully conducted a fire drill, and we are pleased to share that everything went extremely well! Our students and staff did an excellent job following safety procedures.
This coming Wednesday, October 21, we will conduct a practice lockdown drill as part of our ongoing commitment to school safety. District personnel will be on campus to observe our procedures, recognize areas of strength, and provide guidance on ways we can continue improving our emergency preparedness.
Please know that this is only a practice drill, and there is no known threat to our campus. Our staff will guide students through the process in a calm, reassuring, and age-appropriate manner.
Practicing emergency procedures helps ensure that our Viking community knows how to respond safely and confidently when needed.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in keeping Victor Elementary a safe place to learn and grow!
💙💛 Together, we keep our Vikings safe!
Viking Families, you are invited to join us on Friday, October 23, at 8:30 a.m. in Room 1 for an important presentation about our Comprehensive School Safety Plan (CSSP).
We are excited to welcome Fire Chief Weber, who will join us to discuss school safety, emergency preparedness, and the steps we take to keep our students and staff safe.
Your child's safety is our top priority, and we value your partnership in maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
💙💛 We hope to see you there! Go Vikings!
Dear families,
Thank you for your efforts in helping to change and save lives. Many students and families have already completed their challenge, but we need your help to reach our goal.
Sign Up Today! Download the Heart Schools app or visit heart.org/schools to join our school team.
Search: Victor Elementary
Complete Your Challenge! Follow all the steps in Finn's Mission and invite 10 family and friends to donate. Your family will also learn lifesaving skills while making a difference by raising donations.
School Incentives:
The class with the most students signed up will get a Popcorn and Movie Party!
Students who raise donations to support the American Heart Association will get to pour SLIME on Principal Berry on October 30th!
Raise $100 = 1 Cup of Slime, $150 = 2 Cups of Slime, $200 = 3 Cups of SLIME
Donations are due on 10/30/2026.
We are proud of our families who have signed up for our team and are learning the lifesaving skills of knowing when to call 911, how to perform Hands-Only CPR and how to B.E. F.A.S.T. when someone is having a stroke. Thank you for helping kids with special hearts!
With Viking Pride,
Principal Berry
Victor School Behavior Expectations – Library
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: Library Expectations
❤️ Be Respectful
Use quiet voices and appropriate language.
Treat books, materials, and furniture carefully.
Follow librarian directions and respect others’ space.
💙 Be Responsible
Return books and materials on time.
Use library resources appropriately and only for their intended purposes.
Ask permission before checking out or borrowing materials.
💚 Be Safe
Walk quietly to and within the library.
Keep aisles and floors clear of backpacks and other belongings.
Report spills, damage, or unsafe conditions to an adult.
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! 💙💛
October 2026
Monday to Friday: Red Ribbon Week Spirit Days. Please see pdf below for themes for each day.
Tuesday: October 27th: Make-up Picture Day
Thursday: October 29th: Trunk 0 Treat 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Friday: October 30th: Costume Parade & End of Healthy Hearts Donations (Mrs. Berry will be slimed by students who received donations over $100.00)
November 2026
Tuesday: November 2nd: Voter Polling
Wednesday: November 4th: Minimum Day
Wednesday: November 11th: No School Veterans Day
Wednesday: November 18th: Minimum Day
Monday: November 23 to Friday: November 27: No School Thanksgiving Week Break
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