Dear  Panther  Families:

It  is  hard  to  believe  that  we  have  already  reached  the  end  of  the  school  year.    Our  Panther  Family  has  accomplished  a  great  deal.    This  year  we  began  our  first  year  of  an  our  very  own  Innovative  Science,  Technology,  Arts,  Mathematics,  Preparatory  Program  with  much  success.    Our  students  in  all  grades  entered  in  various  competitions  throughout  the  school  year  throughout  our  County  and  State  and  achieved  high  honors.    Students  participated  in  many  enjoyable  field  trips  this  year  that  helped  provide  real  world  connections.    At  Village  Elementary  School  we  prepare  the  whole  child  therefore  we  know  that  making  connections  to  the  real  world  and  providing  students  with  hands  on  activities  was  a  vital  part  of  the  learning  experience.    Our  Panther  Family  truly  had  a  magnificent  year  of  new  experiences  and  a  tremendous  amount  of  learning.  

Please  remember  to  keep  learning  first  as  you  enjoy  the  summer  break  with  you  child/ren.    You  may  check  out  www.browardschools.com  to  learn  of  some  summer  programs.    Summer  programs  offered  includes  Academic  Enrichment  Programs,  School  Camps,  Extended  School  Year    (ESY)  Program,  Third  Grade  Reading  Camp  and  Summer  Food  Service  Program.    Also  be  sure  check  out  the  recommended  summer  reading  list  for  your  child  at  http://www.justreadfamilies.org/SummerReadingList.pdf.    

We  are  in  preparation  for  the  2013-­‐2014  school  year.    If  you  have  changed  your  contact  information  please  be  sure  to  update  that  information  with  us  so  that  we  can  stay  in  contact  with  you  throughout  the  break.    Please  mark  your  calendars  with  the  important  information  for  the  end  of  the  2012-­‐2013  school  year  and  the  beginning  of  the  2013-­‐2014  school  year.  

Thank  you  Panther  Family  for  a  successful  2012-­‐2013  school  year!    We  look  forward  to  seeing  all  of  our  returning  and  new  students  this  coming  fall.    Best  of  luck  to  our  sixth  graders  that  will  be  moving  along  their  educational  journey,  you  will  always  be  a  part  of  our  Panther  Family!    Have  a  safe  and  enjoyable  break!    

If  you  have  any  questions,  please  feel  free  to  give  me  a  call  at  754-­‐322-­‐8750.

Respectfully  yours,

Deborah A. Peeples Deborah  A.  Peeples      Principal

Panther Press2100 Northwest 70th Avenue, Sunrise, Florida 33313

Phone : 754-322-8750Facsimile:754-322-8790

Web Address: village.browardschools.com

May 23, 2013

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Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Department

ESE  Advisory  Council  Meetings  are  held  at  Piper  High  School  in  the  Small  

Auditorium  monthly  on  Wednesdays.    The  upcoming  Advisory  Council  Meeting  

will  be  held  on  Wednesday,  June  3,  2013

 6:00  PM  –  9:00  PM

Please  feel  free  to  visit  the  ESE  Advisory  Council  Website  at  

www.browardeseadvisory.comFor  questions  or  concerns  you  may  contact  

754-­‐321-­‐2252  or  email:  browardeseadvisory@gmail.com

RegistrationPlease  stop  by  to  register  your  child  for  the  

2013-­‐2014  school  year.    

Office  HoursMonday  -­‐  Thursday

8:00  a.m.  -­‐  2:00  p.m.  or  if  you  need  an    appointment  please  contact  us  at  754-­‐322-­‐8750.

If  you  are  new  to  Broward  County  please  bring  the  following  items.

 The  student’s  birth  certificate,  immunization  form,  physical  and  two  forms  of  residency  for  

example:  lease,  mortgage  or  utility  bill.    

May 24 Employee Planning – No School

May 27 Memorial Day – No School

May 28 No book bags allowed to school from this day forward

May 29 Kindergarten Round-Up 8:30 a.m.May 30 5th Grade Honor Roll Ceremony at

Piper High School 6:00 p.m.May 31 5th Grade Dance at 6:00 p.m.

June 3 Kindergarten Promotion at 8:45 a.m.

June 4 Honor Roll Ceremonies4th Grade at 8:30 a.m., 3rd Grade at 9:10 a.m. & 2nd Grade at 9:50 a.m.

June 5 Pre-Kindergarten Promotion at 9:00 a.m.

June 6 Last Day of School, Early Dismissal at 12:00 p.m.

S.T.A.M.P. Program S.T.A.M.P.  applicants  that  have  been  notified  of  their  acceptance  must  submit  their  

completed  application  by  Wednesday,  May  29,  2013.    All  required  documents  must  be  returned  to  Mrs.  Sookhansingh  by  the  deadline  in  order  to  be  placed  into  the  S.T.A.M.P.  Program  for  the  2013-­‐2014  school  year.    If  you  have  any  questions  please  do  not  hesitate  to  contact  Mrs.  Sookhansingh  at  754-­‐322-­‐8770.  

S.T.A.M.P. Military BallS.T.A.M.P. students attended our Military Ball on May 9, 2013 at Nob Hill Hall. This first ever S.T.A.M.P. Ball was an event to remember. S.T.A.M.P. cadets were dressed to impress in their white and black attire. Students experienced an event that is a traditional military celebration with a formal dinner, awards and dancing. The S.T.A.M.P. students had a wonderful time at our S.T.A.M.P. Military Ball.

Mini Relay for Life On May 17, 2013, our Panther Family hosted our very own Mini Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society of Sunrise. Our students raised about $1500.00 for this relay event. Prior to this event teachers discussed with students why this relay event is important. Students got an opportunity to participate in a fun filled event while bringing awareness to all students, parents and the community. All funds were donated to the American Cancer Society. Thank you to everyone who made this event possible.

Career DayStudents had a day to learn from experts. Village’s Annual Career Fair was held on May 22, 2013. Professionals volunteered their time to share what it takes to become a professional in their respective fields. The students had and opportunity to learn from firemen, police (K-9 & SWAT Units), barbers, cosmetologist, nurses and much more. Our very own Mayor Michael Ryan, the Mayor of Sunrise stopped by to share his career experiences with our students.

SMaRT Student Guide Summer Math & Reading Tutorials

May 27, 2013 - July 26, 2013

Accessing the portal:

http://beep.browardschools.com (Note: NO www)

Click: Student Portal

Click: the Destination button to navigate to:

http://riverdeeplms4.broward.k12.fl.us

   

Student Login:

-digit school #

Completing an assignment:

Click the GO button next to the assignment.

HMH Tech Support: 1-888-327-2906

Tech support cannot provide student Username or password.

You must Turn Off or Allow Pop-Ups to use Destination Reading & Math!

To temporarily allow pop-ups: hold down the Ctrl key before clicking Log In.

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Box Tops For Education

Thank you so much for your support of Box Tops for Education!

Box Tops top three classes:  First Place " " Ms. Ryder" " 1157Second Place " Ms. Proffer" " 1141 Third Place"  " Ms. Wadsworth " 1059

Please send in all Box Tops for Education by Thursday, May 23. The winning classes will be awarded pizza parties the following week. Please continue to save Box Tops during the summer and send them to school when school resumes in August. Thank you to all the parents, family members and community members who supported Box Tops for Education during 2012-2013. Village earned over $700!!

School Improvement PlanVillage Elementary School strives for continuous growth and improvement. Stay up-to-date with our school’s improvement goals and strategies by visiting our District’s School Improvement website at: http://www.broward.k12.fl.us/schoolimprove

National Elementary Honor SocietyNational  Elementary  Honor  Society  (NEHS)  inducted  27  fourth  and  fifth  grade  students  in  a  ceremony  on  March  13  in  the  Media  Center.    These  students  have  demonstrated  the  following:    1)  All  A’s  and  B’s  throughout  their  academic  career    2) Strong  study  skills  and  habits    3)  Positive  behavior    Congratulations  to  all  the  new  members.

NEHS  focuses  on  teaching  youngsters  about  leadership,  scholarship,  responsibility,  and  service.    The  group  will  be  working  on  several  projects  to  develop  these  skills.    Currently  NEHS  is  collecting  items  for  Women  in  Distress  and  the  Broward  County  Humane  Society.

If  you  would  like  more  information,  please  visit    www.nehs.org.  or  contact  Mrs.  Prospere.

GuidanceCharacter Education

Each  month  the  Guidance  Department  sponsors  the  Kids  of  Character  Recogni8on  Program.    Each  teacher  selects  a  student  who  has  demonstrated  the  month’s  character  trait.    The  student  is  recognized  and  celebrated  for  demonstra8ng  a  strong  sense  of  character,  above  and  beyond  what  is  expected  of  them.  

This  month’s  character  trait  it  patrio0sm.    Someone  who  demonstrates  patrio0sm  shows  respect  and  love  for  their  country.

Month Character Trait

May Patriotism

Congratulations  to  the  Nominees  for  the  month  of  April!  The  following  students  display  tolerance  throughout  the  school.

Salah K.Veroon C.Isabel R.

Cahmiya P.Nerly J.

Jason M.Gabrielle C.Jermaine B.Roseline D.Isabella D.Ernesto M.

Tyrique H.Demi S.Dylan L.Anais C.Zania W.Shiann P.

Jahmali M.Deja S.

Reanna R.Khandae L.Zachary F.

Students  must  wear  uniforms  on  Mondays,  Tuesdays,  Wednesdays  and  Thursdays,  but  on  Fridays,  students  can  wear  their  Village  Panther  T-­‐Shirts  or  their  favorite  outfit,  as  long  as  the  District  Dress  Code  is  being  followed  (all  shirts  must  have  sleeves  and  no  skin  can  be  exposed;  no  “short-­‐shorts”).    Also  they  can  dress  according  to  the  designated  school  spirit  day.    For  example,  one  Friday  was  “Pink  Day,”  everyone  wore  pink  for  Breast  Cancer  Awareness  Month.  Students  are  required  to  wear  their  red  uniform  shirts  or  red  Panther  Shirts  for  field  trips.    At  all  times,  students  must  wear  closed-­‐toed  shoes  with  rubber  bottoms  and  covered  heals—no  sandals  or  flip-­‐flops.    Remember  our  school  uniform  colors  are  red,  white,  black  and  khaki.  Only  these  colors  will  be  considered  in  accordance  with  the  uniform  policy.

Students  in  the  S.T.A.M.P.  Program  will  follow  their  uniform  schedule.    If  you  have  any  questions,  please  contact  Mr.  Roberts  at  754-­‐322-­‐8750.

School Uniform Policy & School

Parent Teacher Communication

CommunicationParents,  please  be  mindful  that  teachers  cannot  accept  phone  calls  during  class  sessions.    If  it  is  a  true  emergency,  please  contact  the  office  at  754-­‐322-­‐8750,  and  Administration  will  make  the  initial  contact  with  the  teacher.    Thank  you  for  your  cooperation  in  this  matter.

Parent ConferencesParents,  it  is  important  to  conference  with  your  child's  teacher  on  a  regular  basis.    A  conference  can  keep  you  informed  of  your  child's  progress  and  identify  any  areas  that  may  need  any  assistance.    Please  feel  free  to  contact  Ms.  Dickens  at  754-­‐322-­‐8750  to  schedule  a  conference.

The School Board of Broward County, Florida, prohibits any policy or procedure, which results in discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identify, gender expression, national origin, marital status, race, religion sex or sexual orientation. Individuals who wish to file a discrimination and/or harassment complaint may call the Executive Director, Benefits & EEO Compliance at 754-321-2150 or Teletype Machine (TTY) 754-321-2158. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, (ADAAA) may call Equal Educational Opportunities (EEO) at 754-321-2150 or Teletype Machine (TTY) 754-321-2158.