The Viper Voice
Oct 26th, 2026- Tempó:kw A time for Chehalis Spring Salmon
Principal's Message
Dear Vedder Families,
Thank you to everyone who came in for conferences this week. Those conversations are one of our favourite parts of the year, because they’re where we get to know your kids through your eyes. Our teachers stayed late into the evening to meet with as many of you as possible, and the warmth and support you brought into those meetings meant a great deal to all of us. We hope you enjoyed the long weekend and that everyone is rested and ready for a very fun week ahead.
Halloween Spirit Week Is Here!
Get the costumes, the colours, and the creativity ready, Vipers. Halloween Spirit Week starts Monday, and we want to see the whole school get into it. Each day has its own theme, so take a look at the schedule below and help your child plan their looks for the week. Students don’t need to buy anything new. Some of the best outfits come straight out of the closet or the dress-up bin, and the most important part is joining in. Spirit weeks are a big part of what makes middle school memorable, and the hallways are always better when everyone takes part. Our staff will be dressing up too, so keep an eye out!
Viper Training Homework Club
We’re excited to share that Viper Training Homework Club now runs after school until 3:15 pm, with two staff members there to support students. It’s a calm, focused space where kids can finish homework, catch up on assignments they missed while away, or get extra help from a caring adult.
If you think your child would benefit from some extra time working with an adult after school, please reach out to their classroom teacher. They’ll be happy to talk it through with you and can sign your child up.
New VMS Gear
Show your Viper pride! We have a fresh selection of VMS gear available to order for students and families. It’s the same Under Armour line used by Sardis and GW athletics, so it’s built to last. My own kids have used the backpacks for three years now, and they still look great after everything they’ve been through. Order details are below.
We also want to give a big shout-out to the teachers and community volunteers who coach and sponsor our sports teams. They give so much of their time so our students can play, compete, and belong to a team, and we are so grateful for them.
PAC Hazelnut Fundraiser
Our wonderful PAC is selling locally grown and produced hazelnuts. They’re delicious, they make great holiday gifts, and they support a cause close to our hearts. All proceeds go toward our subscription to Open Parachute, a social-emotional learning program our students can use in the classroom and at home. PAC has generously agreed to cover the subscription, so every bag you buy helps make that possible.
Thank you for sharing your kids with us. We have a lot of fun coming up, and we can’t wait to see all the costumes this week!
With gratitude,
Sarah
VMS Parent Calendar Link
Your guide to the online VMS Parent Calendar- sports, events, activities and more
Viper Athletics
VMS Parent Calendar Link- sports, activities, field trips and more
Viper Hot Lunches- supporting the VMS PAC!
You can order month to month or for the entire year! Each order will close one week prior to the hot lunch day.
Next Week at a Glance
Monday October 26th- Day 1
***PJ and Stuffy Day***
- 7:45-8:20 am- Open Gym Basketball
- 2:35-3:00 pm- Homework Club- Multipurpose Room with Zeeshan
Tuesday October 27th- Day 2
Twin and Trio Day
***Viper Vendors- Doors open at 12:45 pm ***
- 7:45-8:20 am- Open Gym Basketball
- 10:00- 1:50 am-Gibson/Frose Hillkeep Nature Reserve Field Trip
- 11:00 am- EVAA Cross Country Championships
- 12:35 pm- Aname Club @Lunch - room 213
- 2:35 pm- Comic Makers Club - Art Room
- 2:35- 3:15 pm- Viper Training Homework Club- Multipurpose Room with Zeeshan and Ms. Lynette
Wednesday October 28th-Day 1
***Halloween Dance 12:35-1:25 pm***
***Tutu and Ties Day***
- 7:45-8:20 am- Open Gym Basketball
- 12:35-1:25 pm- Dance in the Gym
- 12:35 pm- Space Club @Lunch room -213
- 2:35- 3:15 pm- Viper Training Homework Club- Multipurpose Room with Zeeshan and Ms. Lynette
Thursday October 29th- Day 2
***Viper Vendors- Doors open at 12:45 pm ***
***Adam Sandler Day***
- 7:45-8:20 am- Open Gym Basketball
- 8:45-2:00 pm- Hoeppner/Hamed - Hicks Lake Field Trip
- 2:35- 3:15 pm- Viper Training Homework Club- Multipurpose Room with Zeeshan and Ms. Lynette
Friday October 30th- Day 1
***Costume Day***
- 7:45-8:20 am- Open Gym Basketball
- 1:30pm- Halloween Activity Afternoon - no altered bell schedule.
- 2:35- 3:15 pm- Viper Training Homework Club- Multipurpose Room with Zeeshan and Ms. Lynette
Future Dates and our Local School Calendar
November 2026
- Nov 6 (Fri) - Assessment & Evaluation Day (Schools Closed)
- Nov 11 (Wed) - Remembrance Day (Schools Closed)
- Nov 27 (Fri) - Professional Development Day (Schools Closed)
December 2026
- December 17th - Term 1 Learning Updates Sent Home
- Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027 - Winter Break
- Jan 4, 2027 - Schools Reopen
Family Resources
Parent Links for District Policies and Information
Please checkout the PDF below for instructions on how to access and use your student's
Quick Pay Account. Quick Pay is how Field Trip Forms, payments, and other purchases for the school are processed. If you have any questions, please feel free to drop into our office for assistance in setting up your account.
All VMS Walking Field Trip forms will be located on Quick Pay. Please make sure to complete them as soon as possible.
Safe Arrival- Reporting an Absence
Please see the information below on how to report your child's absence during the school year. This will also sometimes be used for District wide communication.
Parent and School Communication
Communication between home and school is critically important. We recognize that questions and concerns will come up throughout the school year. Please take a look at our
VMS Parent Communication information and the Chilliwack School District Parent Communication Guide for details.
Fair Notice and SD 33 Accessibility Plan
Community Events and Updates
Erase
ERASE (Expect Respect and A Safe Education) is a BC Ministry of Education and Child Care initiative dedicated to building safe, caring, and inclusive school communities. It provides students, parents, and educators with resources on topics like bullying, social media safety, mental health, and substance use. Students and families can also access the ERASE Report It tool to report bullying or safety concerns online
KidsHelpPhone.ca 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
Chilliwack Youth Health Centre (604) 819-4603 https://chilliwackyhc.com/
START crisis team 1-844-START (1-844-782-7811)
CrisisCentreChat.ca 604-872-3311
Fraser Health Crisis Line 1-877-820-7444 or 604-951-8855
Suicide Line 1-800-784-2433
310 Mental Health Support 310-6789
9-1-1 in case of emergency
Family Smart- Mental health support https://familysmart.ca/
Reporting Child Abuse/Neglect- 1 800 663-9122
