8th Grade Promotion

Tonight is VIT's 8th Grade Promotion. Although these kids will only be moving to another part of the hallway next year, the move is a significant one. Going into high school is a big deal for kids. It is the beginning of four years of change for all of them. They will experience more educational opportunities, experience high school athletics, receive awards and recognitions, join clubs, make new friends, feel real disappointment, face academic and athletic adversity, and hopefully learn the most important skill in life: perseverance. They will in essence, begin to "grow up" right in front of us. As a HS principal I remember seeing more personal growth in my students from 9th to 10th grade. So to some, 8th grade promotion might be a bit old fashioned, but I say "enjoy it" because high school will be a new experience all to itself, for students and parents alike. Congrats to the VIT 2014 8th grade class.

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Today's Legislative Meetings

This morning I am at the State Capitol with numerous area school administrators. We are meeting with various legislators to discuss funding and other educational issues. We hope to see as many legislators as possible today.

7th grade and Freshmen Orientatation

On Tuesday, April 29, the incoming 7th and 9th graders are invited to an orientation for Junior High and High School. Counselors, teachers, and the new JSHS Principal will be on hand to discuss the differences between elementary and JH and JH and HS expectations, courses, etc. We encourage all students and parents entering 7th and 9th grades to attend. 6pm for 7th and 7pm for 9th.

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Reading Incentive Trip to Peoria Chiefs Game

Beautiful Day to Celebrate Reading

We will have school on Tuesday for all grades

The building was pumped dry this evening and power and water service has been restored. All grades will be in session on Tuesday.

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So, Why Did We Have Elementary School Today?

What a way to start a new week! Luckily, this morning our head cook notified our Maintenance Director that there was no water in the building. Unluckily, he found the boiler room nearly waist deep in water. The boiler room is also home to major electrical cabinets for the building. With no water or power, school isn't happening.
We are having elementary school because:
We determined that the water break does not affect the elementary school's water situation. In addition, we have missed so much school and so many learning opportunities for our younger students. And lastly, with such a late decision to close, it may have been difficult for parents to find daycare options for their young ones. High school and junior high age students are easier to make arrangements for or allow to stay at home alone.
If you have any questions, please call the elementary school. We will keep the V.I.T. Community informed as the day continues.

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Family Night at VIT Elementary School

Last week, VIT hosted an early grades Family Night. The event was put together by the teachers. They brought in a magician who promoted the importance or reading throughout his performance. The event had over 100 guests. The parents sat in the bleachers while many kids sat on the floor to be close to the magic action. The kids loved the magic show, especially the bunny! After the show, all kids in attendance received a new book. The event was huge success!