VRA and IS Newsletter 07.20.26
October 26, 2026
A message from Vice Principal Mrs. Jawanda
Hello IS and VRA Families,
Reminder: our drop-off parking lot gate closes promptly at 8:35 AM, so if you arrive past that time, please bring your student to the main gate and buzz in. Our fall festival is approaching this Thursday, hope to see everyone there; however PTO is still running short on donations they still need more bags of candy and items for the raffle baskets your generosity is needed please support, all donations can be dropped off in the front office.
Spirit week is also happening please see the flyer below for the different days of dress up.
On Friday, October 30, we will host our annual Halloween parade! All students are invited to participate by wearing their costumes to school. Parents who wish to attend and watch the parade are warmly welcomed, but please be sure to stop by the front office first to get a visitor ID badge. Please remember to bring a valid photo ID to present upon check-in.
Volunteer Requirement Update: To all our wonderful parent and guardian volunteers: a new mandate requires all volunteers (even if you are already registered with the school) to complete the short Mandated Reporter: Child Abuse and Neglect training video. Click here for step-by-step instructions: https://www.lodiusd.net/families/volunteer
As always, if you need to get a hold of anyone please contact the front office for VRA and IS at 209 331-8008.
Whats happening on campus..
Boo Grams and Spirit Week Schedule
Mayor for a Day contest
Please join Parents Square🛸
VRA PTO presents: Fall Festival 2026
Counseling Corner News 😀
Cash for College Workshops coming up..... see flyer below, VRA & IS we would love to see all of our students attend and get a glimpse into what college looks like financially.Attention Juniors and Seniors
🧬 10th Grade Biology Reminder:
Registration for Bio 10 has closed and we there were students who were not able to get in, Delta will offer Bio 10 again in the Fall 2027 and for any sophomores who did not get in fall 2027 will be the next opportunity to register.
Reminder, Parents! 📚
Your student needs meet with a Delta College counselor at least once each year to keep their educational plan, following the master agreement and on track to make sure they are enrolling in the right classes.
Please have your student call (209) 954-5151, ext. 6276 to schedule your appointment.
If your student needs help scheduling, an appointment please ask them to schedule an appointment with me.
***All Seniors are required to meet with a Delta College counselor if are they receiving their AA degree they must go through the Degree Conferral Process.
Please take a few minutes to check in with your student and ask them to:
✅ Check their Delta grades
✅ Make sure assignments and homework are being completed
✅ Check Canvas regularly for upcoming work and deadlines
🧬 10th Grade Biology Reminder:
Registration for Bio 10 has closed and we there were students who were not able to get in, Delta will offer Bio 10 again in the Fall and for any sophomores who did not get in fall will be the next opportunity to register.
Thank you for helping your student plan ahead and stay on track for graduation! 💙
IS/VRA Visitor Policy
Dear Parents and Guardians,
To keep our students and staff safe, we kindly remind all visitors to follow our school check-in procedures. Whenever you are on campus grounds—whether you are walking your student to class after the morning bell, dropping off a lunch or assignment, or volunteering—you must check in at the front office first to receive a visitor’s name badge.
If you are on campus without a visible badge, our staff will direct you back to the front office. We deeply appreciate your partnership and cooperation in keeping our campus secure! Below you will find ​the LUSD policy on visitors.
BE PRESENT
The district has been working hard to enforce the "no phone zone" policy at every site and we want to ensure we are supporting as well. Please remind your students to put away their cell phones as they enter campus. We will kindly remind your student to put their phone away if they are seen however if they are seen again we will implement consequences.
Clubs and Classes
VRA-PTO Fundraiser
VRA and IS PTO Contact Information
Please welcome our new Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)! The current board members are:
- Corrine Wong - President
- Katie Descent - Secretary
- April Stewart - Treasurer
For any information and inquiries, please email Corrine at valleyroboticspto@gmail.com