The Vinland Voice

Families, IT’S RACETIME! 🏎️💨

Our Impact Aid survey is underway, and every family matters! Please take about 5 minutes to complete the survey as soon as you can. The more surveys our families complete, the farther our school car moves on the Impact Aid scoreboard!

👉 Check out the scoreboard here and cheer us on!

🚦 Here’s what you need to know:

• Complete ONE survey for each student.
• The survey is found in Family Access.
• https://www02.wrdc.wa-k12.net/nkitsas/web/seplog01.w
• Please complete it on a computer. It is not available through the mobile app.
• It takes about 5 minutes.
• Every survey counts the same!
• Even if your family has no federal connection, please complete the survey. A “NO” answer moves our school’s car forward exactly as far as a “YES” answer!

So please take a few minutes, complete your student’s survey, and help Vinland move that car down the track! 🏁🐬

The finish line is waiting, and every family can help us get there!

The camp location has been decided and we are going to Nature Bridge April 19-21 2027. We will need lots of chaperones so be on the look out for communication coming from your teacher!

To follow what your student is doing in STEAM - please click on the STEAM image above to go to our webpage!

What: Students read at least one of a list of 4 books for the month. These books are listed in the students' Google Classrooms for current 3rd/4th grade students. We eat breakfast together (provided by the PTSA), talk about our books, and play games like Kahoot.

Who: 4th and 5th grade students

When: One Friday a month at 8:30 am

Where: Vinland Library

Why: We host Breakfast Book Club to motivate students to read newly nominated books and to be exposed to books from a variety of genres.

Hello Vinland Families!

The Scholastic Book Fair is almost here! Shopping starts this Monday October 5th! Students will be able to visit the fair during school hours during recess and at the beginning of their PE specialist time.

If you haven't already set up an eWallet for your student you can do so HERE

We still have some volunteer spots that need to be filled. Click HERE to see the schedule. You'll earn $5 in Book Fair bucks for every shift you work.

Thank you for your support —see you Monday!

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PTSA Website: https://vinlandptsa.wixsite.com/vinlandptsa

Join them on Facebook: Vinland Elementary PTSA

We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities to suit your interests, skills, and availability. Here are just a few ways you can get involved:

• Classroom Support: Assist teachers in managing classroom activities, providing individual student assistance, and preparing instructional materials.
• Mentoring: Share your knowledge, experiences, and professional skills with our students to inspire and guide them towards successful career paths.
• School Events: Help organize and facilitate school events, such as field trips, fundraisers, or school fairs.
• Clubs and Extracurricular Activities: Share your passion and knowledge in a particular field by leading or supporting a student club or extracurricular activity.

Getting Started

To ensure the safety of our students, all volunteers must complete an application and undergo a background check. We have moved to an entirely online process, making it easier than ever to get started.

Complete the Online Application

Please choose your preferred language and click the link below to begin your application. Download the form to your computer and you can click the arrow to change the school to Vinland.

• English Volunteer Application
• Solicitud de Voluntario en Español

Important Information

Volunteer Application & Background Checks

• Your volunteer application is valid for two years. If you wish to continue volunteering after this period, you will need to renew your application before the old one expires.
• An applicant may be denied based on prior criminal offenses or other factors. Our top priority is student safety, and we carefully consider the nature of the offense before making a decision. If denied, you will receive an email or mailed notification explaining the decision along with a copy of your Washington State Patrol Criminal History report.

Please visit our Volunteer Page online at this LINK for more information including NKSD policies

Bus route information is available on our website. NKSD launched a live bus-tracking application - BusRight. Please remember to download the application if you haven’t, so that you may check for live updates on your student's bus route. If you have issues, please contact transportation at nktrans@nkschools.org or (360) 396-3099.

Bus Right - App Store
Bus Right - Google Play

Elementary School (Kindergarten through 5th Grade)

Regular Schedule: 9:15 a.m. to 3:50 p.m.

Wednesday Early Release Schedule: 9:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Half Day Release: 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (12:10pm on conference days)

Free and Reduced Meals - Free and reduced meal applications will be available in August. It is important that every family fill out this application. Many programs outside of free meals rely on this information, and families who qualify may be eligible for additional services, including free/reduced internet.

We want to inform you that our school did not qualify for the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2026–2027 school year. This means that free meals will no longer be available to all students automatically.

Students who have not completed and been approved for free or reduced-price meals will need to pay for both breakfast and lunch starting in the fall.

To ensure your child continues receiving meals at no cost or a reduced price, please be sure to:

• Complete a Free & Reduced Meal Application as soon as it's available for the new school year Click here to complete the application.

• Check the district website or contact our office for help with the application process.

We’re here to support you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need assistance.

It is important to ensure that your child's education is not disrupted due to extended absences. By requesting a Prior Approved Excused Absence Request Form (Formulario de ausencia previa concertada) and working with your child's teacher to create a learning plan, you can ensure that your child stays on track with their studies. Failure to complete the learning plan may result in unexcused absences, which can have consequences on your child's academic progress and future opportunities. As such, it is crucial to follow through with this process to ensure your child's success.

Dear Families and Caregivers,

As we begin a new school year, we want to share a quick reminder about the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) used in all of our schools. For families who are new to our district, SRP provides simple, consistent language for how students and staff respond to different safety situations.

The SRP uses five clear actions:

• HOLD – Stay in your room or area until the situation is clear. Example: a medical emergency that requires hallways to remain clear.

• SECURE – Lock outside doors and continue activities inside. Example: police activity nearby or a safety concern outside the building.

• LOCKDOWN – Lock doors, turn off lights, and stay out of sight when there is a serious threat inside the school.

• EVACUATE – Leave the building safely and calmly. Example: a fire alarm or gas leak.

• SHELTER – Take steps to protect from a specific hazard. Example: an earthquake or severe weather.

Students and staff practice these actions throughout the school year so they know what to do and can respond quickly and safely.

Families can also become familiar with these terms. During a safety situation, we will use the SRP action in our communications whenever possible so you understand what is happening and how the school is responding.

Learn more about the SRP and school emergency communications at nkschools.org/about-us/safety-security/standard-safety-protocol. A “take one” flyer is attached, and is available in the school office with more details about each SRP action.

Thank you for working with us to keep our schools safe and ready to respond.

Join our Team!

We are actively recruiting for a variety of positions throughout our district. We are looking for para-educators, bus drivers, substitutes, food and nutrition specialists and certificated teachers. If you are interested in helping our students with in-person learning, let us know! Visit our website to view open positions and apply now!

Are you looking for a flexible job that fits around your child’s school schedule and allows you to have summers off? Join our school district as a Substitute Paraeducator and become part of the heart of our classrooms!

Why Become a Paraeducator?

• Work on your schedule — choose the days and schools that work best for you.
• Earn $21.43 - $22.63 per hour while making a difference in students' lives.
• Support our amazing teachers by providing individualized help to students who need it most.
• Have time off in the summers to enjoy with your family.

Ready to Apply?
It’s easy! Apply online through Fast Track. For more details or assistance, contact Therese Caldwell at 360-396-3007 or via email at hr@nkschools.org.

Join Us and Make an Impact! Be a part of a dedicated team that supports our students, teachers, and schools. We’re excited to welcome new paraeducators to help foster a positive learning environment for all students.

Dear NKSD Families,

Are you looking for a flexible job that fits around your child’s school schedule and allows you to have summers off? Join our school district as a Emergency Substitute teacher and become part of the heart of our classrooms!

Why Become an Emergency Substitute?

• Work on your schedule — choose the days and schools that work best for you.
• Earn $100-$200 Per Day while making a difference in students' lives.
• Support our amazing teachers by providing Support when another teacher is absent
• Have time off in the summers to enjoy with your family.
• You do not need to currently be a teacher only have a Bachelor's degree in any field

Ready to Apply?
It’s easy! Apply online through Fast Track. For more details or assistance, contact Natalie Moncada at 360-396-3007 or via email at hr@nkschools.org.

Join Us and Make an Impact! Be a part of a dedicated team that supports our students, teachers, and schools. We’re excited to welcome new paraeducators to help foster a positive learning environment for all students.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

10/1 Impact Aid - Please complete on Skyward

10/5 - 10/9 Scholastic Book Fair

10/12 No School

10/20 School Pictures

10/23 Dia Los Muertos School Celebration

10/26-10/30 Fall Conferences

10/26 No School

10/27-10/30 Half Days Dismissal at 12:15

The North Kitsap School District will provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities program without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination can be directed to the district’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 Compliance Officer and ADA Coordinator and/or the 504 Coordinator: address - 18360 Caldart Ave NE, Poulsbo WA 98370 and phone - (360) 396-3001.

Email: tsmith@nkschools.org
Website: http://vinland.nkschools.org
Location: 22104 Rhododendron Lane Northwest, Poulsbo, WA 98370, USA
Phone: 360.396.3600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vinlandelementary/