Viper Gazette

The Week of September 27, 2026

3rd Graders to The Artis

Vineyards Elementary third grade students recently enjoyed an enriching field trip that combined the worlds of music and visual art. Students attended the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra’s performance of Penelope’s Odyssey of the Orchestra, where the musicians used the unique sounds of different instruments to tell the story of Penelope, a young girl who navigates the challenges of being teased by a classmate. The experience helped students understand how music can communicate emotions, characters, and important life lessons. During their visit, students also toured The Baker Museum and explored Fugue in 3 Voices, an exhibition by artist Linling Lu. Inspired by music, Lu’s vibrant works feature multi-colored concentric circles that visually interpret rhythm, harmony, and movement, giving students a unique opportunity to experience the connection between music and art.

💜💛 Thank You, Viper Families! 💛💜

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to our PTO Chick-fil-A Night! It was so great to see so many of our Viper families, staff, and friends supporting this wonderful event. 🐍

And a special thank you to everyone who purchased raffle tickets and helped make the evening even more exciting!

Events like this are what make our VES community so special. We truly appreciate your continued support of our school and our students. Thank you for showing up, having fun, and being part of the Viper family! 💜💛

Deputy Thompson’s School Safety Reminders

Student ID Badge Reminder

To support a safe and secure learning environment, all students are required to wear their school-issued photo ID badge in plain sight at all times during the school day, in accordance with Rule 11 of the Collier County Public Schools Code of Student Conduct. ID badges are District property and should not be defaced or damaged. Please note that replacement ID badges and lanyards will be issued for a $5 fee. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe campus for all students and staff.

🍎 Lunch Account Resources

Please use the resources below for questions, meal account assistance, or to apply for free or reduced-price meals.

Questions or Assistance:
Ms. Jenny Swartwout, School Counselor
239-377-8706

Helpful Links:

MySchoolBucks: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/getmain?requestAction=home
Free & Reduced-Price Meal Application: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application

Thank you for helping us ensure that every student is ready for a successful school day! 🍎

Also, please notice the new meal prices for this school year, especially for students wanting a second breakfast/lunch:

New Meal Prices -

Student Breakfast: No Charge
Student Elementary Lunch: $2.75
Student Second Breakfast: $3.50
Second Student Lunch: $5.00

Please note that a second breakfast or lunch is not reimbursable through federal meal programs and must be purchased at the full price.

VES has 2 official social media sites, please ‘like’ our Facebook page, and follow us on X if you subscribe.

Facebook – @Vineyards Elementary

X (formerly Twitter) – @VineyardsVipers

Looking Ahead 👀

10/6 - PTO Farmer Mike's Night
10/9 - End of 1st Quarter
10/12 - No School - Teacher Planning Day
10/19 - Report Cards Published

Monday 9/28 -