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Victor
2021-2022953 high street
victor, ny 14564
585 . 924 . 3252
c e n t r a l s c h o o l d i s t r i c t
6 www.victorschools.org
What Our Students Love About VCS
English Painting
Sculpture
zzWelcome
We are thrilled to start the 2021-22 school year! The
resiliency and determination that our children displayed
during the 2020-21 school year was second to none.
mimic life’s challenges. These are areas we are trying to
expand upon as we prepare our learners for the ongoing
rigors of the 21st Century and a global society.
We look forward to returning to normal with all of our
From local roots to global aspirations, Victor is fully
children back in-person five days a week.
and firmly committed to providing students with the
The Victor Central School District is a unique place. First, happiest, healthiest environment inside and outside of
it is a community. It is hard to determine where the school the classroom. One area we are particularly focused on
district ends and the community begins because they are is our students’ social emotional well being. Traits such
so intertwined. This means that we begin to build com- as empathy, compassion, understanding and resiliency are
munity from our youngest learners all the way to our critical to the emotional well-being of our children. In
seniors. It also means that people take care of one another addition, we believe in the innate value and good of all
in good times and in tough situations, too. We are “Victor human beings and that our differences are our strengths.
Strong” when it comes to sticking together and working Understanding social justice and the need for our children
hard for the betterment of each other. to understand others’ perspectives even when we disagree
is a hallmark of a well-rounded citizen.
The betterment of one another is just one aspect of the
VCS culture. We are also dedicated to providing the most Looking through this calendar at all of the events and
comprehensive education. We are not only committed celebrations across a school year sheds light on the
to having students read, write, and think at the highest immense opportunities our children have to grow and
levels, but we also understand the value of a wide range learn. Our goal is to have our children leave us with the
of experiences. From music to the arts, athletics, business, skills and aptitudes to accomplish anything they want in
technology, humanities, and the sciences, our school life and also build the character, integrity and empathy
district strives to find a place for everyone’s talents and necessary for everyone to thrive in a global community.
interests. In addition, we focus on problem solving, real Thanks for your partnership in this endeavor.
world applications and hands-on learning experiences that
August 2021A U G U S T 2 0 21 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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7:15pm, VECS Boardroom
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New Teacher Orientation
VSHS 9th Grade and New Student
(Grades 10-12) Orientation,
8:30am-11:45am
VIS New Student to District 7th Grade Orientation,
Orientation for Grades 4-6, JH/SH Arts Center,
1pm, VIS Cafeteria Red Team 9-10:30am
PTSA at the Victor Farmers Market, Orange Team 11am-12:30pm New 8th Grade Student Orientation,
Link Crew Training Meeting 3-6pm, Village Hall Parking Lot Green Team 1-2:30pm 10am, JH Counseling Center
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www.victorschools.org/athletics/registration
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Students New to District,
6:30pm, VPS Aud. Superintendent’s Conference Day
VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolWelcome
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Early Childhood School
Grades UPK, K & Grade 1 Schedules
Full-Day UPK Classes:
8:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Morning UPK Classes:
8:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Afternoon UPK Classes:
12:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
WHAT DO YOU
Kindergarten and Grade 1: LOVE ABOUT VCS?
8:50 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.
“Well I love meeting people
Primary School
I saw long time ago in my life.
Multiage, Grades 2 & 3 Schedule
9:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. It’s just fun and it’s nice.”
Felicity Payne, Grade 1
Intermediate School
Multiage, Grades 4-6 Schedule
9:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Junior High School
Grades 7 & 8 Schedule
7:35 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Senior High School
Grades 9 -12 Schedule
7:35 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
September 2021
An extra help & co-curricular activity period
is available at the end of the class day
in both the Junior and Senior High Schools.S E P T E M B E R 2 0 21 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Community
Swim REMINDER
Information Did you register your
ParentSquare Account?
www.victorschools.org/community UPK Parent Only Orientation PTSA Reflections Art Contest
/aquatics-center-and-fitness-rooms www.parentsquare.com 6-7pm, VECS Aud. for PreK-12 Starts. Theme:
I Will Change the World by . . .
Superintendent’s Conference Day Superintendent’s Conference Day (victorptsa.org)
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VSHS School Pictures
UPK & Kindergarten Student
Orientation
Board of Education Meeting,
7:15pm, VECS Boardroom
PTSA Fall Spirit Wear Sale Begins First Day of classes for Students First Day of classes for UPK
(order at victorptsa.org) Superintendent’s Conference Day Superintendent’s Conference Day 1st — 12th and Kindergarten Students
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VSHS School Pictures
VJHS School Pictures
Devil Dash 5K & Walk, 4pm
at Hang Around Victor Day
Victor Robotics Recycling Event
Shared Decision Making Training, PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting, PTSA/PIE/VOICE at Hang Around
3:30-5pm, VECS Boardroom. 7:15-8:30pm, Location TBD Victor Day, Rain or Shine, 1-7pm
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PTSA Primary School Book Fair
4th Grade & Multiage Parent VPS Get Acquainted Night PTSA Fall Spirit Wear Sale Ends
VJHS Open House, 6:30pm Orientation, 6:30pm 6:15 and 7pm (order at victorptsa.org)
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AUGUST 2021 OCTOBER 2021
PTSA Intermediate School Book Fair S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
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VECS Picture Day 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
5th Grade Parent Orientation, 31
6:30pm VECS Picture Day VSHS Open House, 7pm
OCTOBER DAY OFF: 11th VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolNOTES . . .
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WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“I love everything!
The teachers, the classes,
the playground, and all
of my friends here.”
Jediel Gonzalez, Grade 5
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Community
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www.victorschools.org/community
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PTSA/PIE/VOICE w/VPR & VHT
Walk and Bike to School Day, PreK-6
6th Grade Parent Orientation, PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting,
6:30pm VIS Picture Day 7-8:15pm, Location TBD VPS Picture Day PSAT Exam (Grade 11)
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Square 1 Art Artwork Deadline
Partners In Education (PIE)
K-6 Enrichment Overview VSHS Make-Up Picture Day
Parent Information Night, Board of Education Meeting, Field Band/Home Show
Columbus Day 7pm, Location TBD 7:15pm, VECS Boardroom VJHS Make-Up Picture Day “Music in Motion”
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Board of Education Appreciation Week
PTSA Winter Spirit Wear Sale Begins VSHS Fall Play, 1pm Matinee
(order at victorptsa.org) VECS Open House, 5:30-7pm VSHS Fall Play, 7pm, VECS Aud.. & 7pm, VECS Aud.
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Dollars for Scholars Phone-A-Thon
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PTSA Celebrates Red Ribbon Week
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VSHS Orchestra Concert
7pm, JH/SH Arts Center
NOVEMBER DAYS OFF: 11th, 24th-26th VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High School3
NOTES . . .
WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“Well that’s kinda a hard
question. I really like math,
times and stuff, art a lot,
I like going out in the morning
doing my sight words, I really
like my friends, and I really
like a lot of things about
VCS. I like recess a lot,
math workshops because
that’s doing times and stuff.”
Greyson Bach, Grade 4
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VSHS College Night, 7pm
VECS Make-Up Picture Day
PTSA Winter Spirit Wear Sale Ends
Dollars for Scholars Applications Open VIS Make-Up Picture Day VPS Make-Up Picture Day (order at victorptsa.org))
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PTSA Reflections Art Contest for
PreK-12 Ends. Theme: I Will Change Board of Education Meeting,
Senior Citizen’s Day, VJHS the World by . . . (victorptsa.org) 7:15pm, VECS Boardroom Veteran’s Day
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PTSA VPS Books at Breakfast
VJHS Musical,
PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting, VJHS Musical, JH/SH Arts Center
7-8:15pm, Location TBD JH/SH Arts Center, 7pm 1pm Matinee & 7pm
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Square 1 Art Orders Due
(order at square1art.com) Thanksgiving Recess Thanksgiving Recess Thanksgiving Recess
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OCTOBER 2021 DECEMBER 2021
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
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10 11 12 13 14 15 16 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Information
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/ www.victorschools.org/community
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DECEMBER DAYS OFF: 3rd (UPK-6), 23rd-31st; HALF DAYS FOR UPK -6: 2nd & 10th VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolNOTES . . .
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WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“It is full of opportunities.”
Tenzin Jordan, Grade 8
December 2021SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Community
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14 15 16 17 18 19 20 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Information UPK-6 1/2 Day of School
(Parent/Teacher Conferences)
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VJHS Instrumental Concert, UPK-6 Parent/Teacher Conferences RPO Holiday Concert,
7pm, JH/SH Arts Center Grades 7-12 In Session 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center
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District Wide Holiday Food Drive
PTSA/PIE/VOICE Holiday Shoppe,
Time/Place TBD
UPK-6 1/2 Day of School PTSA/PIE/VOICE Santa Breakfast
PTSA/PIE/VOICE Fundraiser at VSHS Bands Concert, VJHS Choral Concert, Board of Education Meeting, (Parent/Teacher Conferences) & Holiday Shoppe, 8am -12pm
Barnes & Noble/Pittsford, Time TBD 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center VPS Concert, 6:30pm, VECS Aud. 7:15pm, VECS Boardroom UPK AM & PM In Session Location TBD
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District Wide Holiday Food Drive
VSHS Orchestras & Choirs Concert, VIS Orchestras Concert, PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting,
7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7-8:15pm, Location TBD
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District Wide Holiday Food Drive District Wide Holiday
Food Drive Delivery Day
Square 1 Art Orders Distribution Holiday Recess Holiday Recess
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Athletic
Department
www.victorschools.org/athletics
Holiday Recess Holiday Recess Holiday Recess Holiday Recess Holiday Recess
JANUARY DAY OFF: 17th VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolNOTES . . .
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WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“The music, arts,
and athletics keep the
campus alive providing
entertainment for the entire
community to enjoy. “
Tiffany Doan, Grade 12
January 2022JANUARY 2022 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Swim REMINDER
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Information Did you register your
ParentSquare Account?
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 www.victorschools.org/community
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/aquatics-center-and-fitness-rooms www.parentsquare.com
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PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting,
UPK Registration Begins 7-8:15pm, Location TBD
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6th Grade Band, Chorus Concert, Board of Education Meeting,
7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7:15pm, VECS Boardroom
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4th & 5th Grade Chorus Concert, Beginning & 5th Grade Band Concert
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center PIE Awesome Art Day
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Senior High Regents Week
JANUARY 2022
Dollars for Scholars FLMEA JH/SH All-County Music Festival/Penn Yan CSD
Applications Close
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PIE Public Meeting, “Advanced
Academic Opportunities”,
for grades 7-12, 7pm, Location TBD
FEBRUARY DAYS OFF: 21st-25th VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolNOTES . . .
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WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“My favorite part of school
is P.E. because you can
run, jump, crawl, catch,
swing, roll, and throw.”
Ethan Fellinger, Grade 3
February 2022FEBRUARY 2022 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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S M T W T F S S M T W T F S FLMEA Elementary All-County West Music Festival/Naples CSD
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PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting,
7-8:15pm, Location TBD Pre - ACT Exam (Grade 10)
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Board of Education Meeting,
7:15pm, VECS Boardroom
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PTSA VSHS Books at Breakfast PTSA VIS Books at Breakfast PTSA VJHS Books at Breakfast UPK Lottery
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President’s Recess President’s Recess President’s Recess President’s Recess President’s Recess
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FEBRUARY 2022
Community
Swim Athletic
Information
www.victorschools.org/community
Registration
/aquatics-center-and-fitness-rooms www.victorschools.org/athletics/registration
MARCH DAYS OFF: 18th (UPK-6) VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolNOTES . . .
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WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“There’s always someone
to tell you to keep going.”
Norah Donlon, Grade 4
March 2022MARCH 2022 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Community
Swim
Information
www.victorschools.org/community
https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/ /aquatics-center-and-fitness-rooms
all/districts/32620
VIS Science Fair Supported by PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting,
PTSA/PIE/VOICE 7-8:15pm, Location TBD
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SH Spring Musical, 7pm,
JH/SH Arts Center
Board of Education Meeting, SH Spring Musical, 7pm, SH Spring Musical, 1pm Matinee
7:15pm, VECS Boardroom JH/SH Arts Center & 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center
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6th Grade Parent Orientation
for Incoming 7th Graders, VJSH/VSHS Orchestras Concert, UPK-6 Parent/Teacher Conferences
6:30pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center Grades 7-12 In Session
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VSHS Wind Ensemble 3rd Grade Parent Orientation VJHS 8th Grade Choir, Select Choir,
and VJHS Band Concert, for Incoming 4th Graders, & VSHS Varsity Choir Concert, VIS Orchestra Concert,
7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 6:30pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center
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Grades 3-8 NYS ELA Assessments
MARCH 2022
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PIE Public Meeting, “Planning
for College”, 7pm, Location TBD
APRIL DAYS OFF: 11th-15th VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolNOTES . . .
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WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“I love how it is a place
that we can all learn,
grow, and make friends
together as a whole.”
Abby Harris, Grade 8
April 2022APRIL 2022 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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REMINDER
Grades 3-8
1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Community NYS ELA Assessments
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Swim
Did you register your NYSSMA Solo Festival – Victor JH/SH
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Information
ParentSquare Account?
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PTSA VECS Books at Breakfast
PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting,
10-11:15am, Location TBD
Board of Education Meeting,
VIS Solo Recital, VIS Aud., 7pm 7:15pm, VECS Boardroom
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Spring Recess Spring Recess Spring Recess Spring Recess Spring Recess
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VECS 2022-2023 Kindergarten
Parent Information Night,
6-7pm, VECS Aud.
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Grades 3-8 NYS Math Assessments
APRIL 2022
VCS Faculty Recital and Art Show,
VPS Multiage Parent Information 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center
Night, 7:15pm, VPS Aud. with FREE PTSA Social
MAY DAY OFF: 30th VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolNOTES . . .
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WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“I love the people in the
Victor District and
the positive energy,
especially from teachers.”
Leah Holbrook, Grade 6
May 2022MAY 2022 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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AP EXAMS
Grades 3-8 NYS Math Assessments
Budget Forum/Meet the Candidates
Night Hosted by PTSA/PIE/VOICE, VPS 3rd Grade Spring Concerts,
JH/SH Arts Center, 7-8:30pm 6:30pm, VECS Aud.
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AP EXAMS
VJHS & VSHS Select Ensembles
Concert, 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center VPS Special Guest Day, Grade 2
Junior Prom, Woodcliff
Voter Registration, 3-7pm, VPS Suzuki Strings Concert, Board of Education Meeting,
District Office Conference Room 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7:15pm, VECS Boardroom VPS Special Guest Day, Grade 2 Senior Citizen’s Ball, 5-7pm
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AP Make-Up EXAMS
VIS Book Fair
Annual Budget Vote,
BOE Election, 6am-9pm
Victor Cares Carnival;
Random Acts of Art, VSHS Art Wing;
Dollars for Scholars Awards VBB Community Dinner, VIS Café, 4-7:30pm VIS 4th and 5th Grade Chorus PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting,
Ceremony, 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center VSHS Bands Concert, 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center Concert, 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center. 7-8:15pm, Location TBD
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Grades 4 and 8 Science Performance Assessments
VJHS 7th Grade Band
JH Breakfast with the Principal, VJHS 8th Grade Band and Chorus and Chorus Concert, VSHS Choral Concert,
JH Café Concert, 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center
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Grades 4 and 8 Science S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
Community
Athletic
Performance Assessments
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Department
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Memorial Day Holiday
JUNE DAY OFF: 20th; HALF DAYS FOR UPK -6: 10th VECS/Early Childhood School; VPS/Primary School; VIS/Intermediate School; VJHS/Junior High School; VSHS/Senior High SchoolNOTES . . .
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WHAT DO YOU
LOVE ABOUT VCS?
“I love the inclusiveness of
our atmosphere. No matter
what you are, or where you’re
from, everyone is always
accepting of who you are.”
Nate Aparo, Grade 11
June 2022JUNE 2022 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Grades 4 and 8 Science Performance Assessments
Community
Swim REMINDER
Information Did you register your
ParentSquare Account? District Orchestra Concert,
www.victorschools.org/community 7pm, location TBD
/aquatics-center-and-fitness-rooms www.parentsquare.com
6th Grade Band and Chorus Concert, Simulated Crash for Seniors,
7pm, JH/SH Arts Center sponsored by PTSA/PIE/VOICE Senior Ball, Harro East
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Grades 4 and 8 Science
Written Assessments
UPK-6 1/2 Day of School
VJHS Awards Night, 6:30pm, VSHS Awards Night, 7pm, Beginning & 5th Grade Band Board of Education Meeting, NO PM UPK Classes
JH/SH Arts Center JH/SH Arts Center Concert, 7pm, JH/SH Arts Center 7:15pm, VECS Boardroom AM UPK In Session
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PTSA/PIE/VOICE Meeting, 2022-2023 Shared Decision
7-8:15pm, Location TBD Making Applications Due
VCSD Alumni Banquet VIS Select Ensembles Concert, Last Day of Classes
Ravenwood Golf Club 7pm, VIS Aud. for VJHS/VSHS Students VJHS/VSHS Regents/Final Exams VJHS/VSHS Regents/Final Exams VJHS/VSHS Regents/Final Exams
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VPS and VIS Students VPS and VIS Students
Juneteenth Holiday VJHS/VSHS Regents/Final Exams VJHS/VSHS Regents/Final Exams VJHS/VSHS Regents/Final Exams Regents Rating Day
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31STAY CONNECTED
VCS offers a wide range of ways to stay connected. THIS SUMMER WE CHANGED THE WAY
WEBSITE WE COMMUNICATE.
www.victorschools.org We switched from Blackboard Connect to ParentSquare.
PARENTSQUARE
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You don’t need to do anything to still get communications (phone, email
PEACHJAR FLYERS and/or text) from the Superintendent or your child’s teacher and/or
Find out the latest happenings by building principal unless you want more from this new communication platform.
or district wide. Links are also on our website.
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585-924-3252 x1407
www.victorschools.orgA - Z Directory The Board of Education meets on the second Thursday of each
month at 7:15 p.m. Check our website for meeting location. Members
of the public are encouraged to attend. Victor School District’s
Access to Student Records &
Directory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 2 monthly Board of Education meetings feature a “celebration”
AHERA Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 2 for student recognitions. Celebrations are intended to not
Animals on School Grounds . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 4 only showcase student achievement but also to celebrate the
Annual Vote Information . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 2 accomplishments of everyone who is part of Victor Central Schools.
Athletic Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 3 Each Board member, parent, community member, administrator,
Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 4 teacher, and staff member provide unique contributions that make
Board of Education Elections . . . . . . . . . . pg. 4 the District an exceptional place where learning is paramount. Tim DeLucia, President Christopher Parks,
Booster Club Information . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 4 Farmington, NY 14425 Vice President
Child Health Plus Program . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 4 The Board of Education can also be contacted 585-924-3777 Farmington, NY 14425
Code of Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 4 Term Ends 2022 Term Ends 2023
via District Clerk, Maureeen Goodberlet
Community Swim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 5 at (585) 924-3252, x1402 or by email
District Communications Student Photographs . . pg. 5 at goodberletm@victorschools.org
Dollars for Scholars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 5
Emergency Closings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 5
Federally Funded Programs . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 6
Food Service Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pgs. 7-14
Fundraising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 6
Head Lice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 15
HIPAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 15
Insurance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 15
Meet
Medication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 19
Open House/Parent Night Events . . . . . . . . pg. 19 Karen Ballard Chris Eckhardt Kristin Elliott
Parents as Medical Providers . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 19 Farmington, NY 14425 Victor, NY 14564 Victor, NY 14564
Parent Groups - PTSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 16 585-747-1328 585-698-4174 585-749-5824
Your
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Parent Groups - VOICE & PIE . . . . . . . . . pg. 17
Parent Involvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 18
Payment of School Taxes by Mail . . . . . . . . pg. 19
Pesticide Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 19
Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 19
Regents Exams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 19
2021- 2022
Safety Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 20
Senior Citizens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 19
STAR Program Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 20
Student Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 20
Board of
Tailgating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 20
Title IX/Section 504/Civil Rights . . . . . . . . pg. 20
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 21 Elizabeth Mitchell Trisha Turner
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones) . . . . . . . pg. 21 Farmington, NY 14425 Victor, NY 14564
Educat ion
Use of School Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 21 716-481-5257 585-261-0737
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Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 21
Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 21
Zip Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 21 1Access to Student Records & Directory records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes The District may also release student education records,
Information disclosure without consent; and or the personally identifiable information contained
4. File a complaint with the US Department of within, without consent, where permitted under federal
As required by law and School District policy, this
Education alleging failure of the District to comply law and regulation.
public notice is made to advise parents and guardians
with FERPA and its regulations and/or file a Questions regarding FERPA or VCS Board of Education
of students, and to students 18 years of age and older,
complaint regarding a possible data breach by a policies may be addressed to the Office of the Superintendent
about access to and use of student records under the
third party contractor with the District and/or NYS at 924-3252 ext. 1402. Questions regarding student records
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Education Department’s Chief Privacy Officer for
Parents or guardians and eligible students who do should be addressed to the appropriate school office.
failure to comply with state law.
not wish the School District to release “directory
The annual notice and Parent’s Bill of Rights will inform AHERA Compliance
information” must submit written notification to parents/guardians and students:
the Superintendent of Schools within (14) days of AHERA is a federal law enacted in 1987 that requires
1. It is the District’s policy to disclose personally
publication of this notice. all school districts to reinspect facilities for asbestos-
identifiable information from student records,
“Directory Information” includes the following: Name; ID containing building materials. Our facilities have been
without consent, to other school officials within the
number, User ID, or other unique personal identification inspected and response actions are planned to ensure
District whom the District has determined to have
for the purposes of accessing or communicating in a continued safe environment for our students and
legitimate educational interests.
electronic systems; Address; Telephone number; Date employees. Activities include training of maintenance
2. Upon request, the District will disclose education
and place of birth; Major course of study; Participation in staff to prevent disturbance of asbestos and periodic
records, without consent, to officials of another school
school activities or sports; Weight and height if a member re-inspection and surveillance activities by trained
district in which a student seeks to or intends to enroll
of an athletic team; Dates of attendance; Degrees and personnel. Details of such activities are described in the
or is actually enrolled.
awards received; Most recent school attended; Grade 3. Personally identifiable information will be released District’s AHERA Management Plan, which is available
Level; Photograph; Email address; Enrollment status. to third party authorized representatives for the for your review in the District Office.
Current Victor Central School District Board of Education purposes of educational program audit, evaluation,
policy recommends that no lists of students be released enforcement or compliance purposes. Annual Vote Information
to any outside group. The Board may make an exception 4. The District, at its discretion, releases directory The District’s annual election will take place on May
to this rule when, in their judgment, release of such information without prior consent, unless parent/ 17, 2022. Any resident wishing to vote on the school
information would benefit members of the student body. guardian or eligible student has exercised his/her right budget and candidates for the Board of Education, who
to prohibit release of the information without prior is not a registered voter in the county in which he or
Rights of Parents/Guardians & Eligible Students she lives, is required to register with the Victor Central
Student records are privileged and confidential. Records written consent.
5. Upon request, the District will disclose a high school School Board of Registration. A voter must be at least 18
are not disclosed to persons other than a student’s parents years of age, a U.S. Citizen and a District resident for at
student’s name, address and telephone number to
or guardians, or the student, if over the age of 18. At the least 30 days preceding the vote. Voter registration will
military recruiters and institutions of higher learning
time of inspection of student records, appropriate school take place in the District Office Conference Room on
unless the parent or secondary school student exercises
personnel must be present. May 10, 2022, from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
his/her right to prohibit release of the information
Retention and disposition of student records are managed
without prior written consent.
within the state guidelines and procedures. Parents or
6. The District will inform parents/guardians of the
guardians and eligible students have a right to:
procedure for exercising the right to inspect, review,
1. Inspect and review the student’s education records
and request amendment of student records.
2. Request that records be amended to ensure that 7. The District will provide information as a supplement
they are not inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in to the “Parents’ Bill of Rights” about third parties with
violation of a student’s privacy rights which the District contracts that use or have access to
3. Consent to disclosure of personally identifiable personally identifiable student data.
information contained in the student’s education
2Athletic Program six weeks prior to the start of the sport season regarding Varsity is the same as Junior Varsity. A sound attitude
Physicals the application process. Questions regarding this policy coupled with an advanced level of skill are determinants
Physicals are available should be directed to Duane Weimer, Director of Health, for playing time. We believe it is vital for each team
through VCS bi-monthly Physical Education & Athletics, 585-924-3252 ext. 6307. member to understand his/her role and importance
throughout the school Levels of Competition to the team. Our philosophy advocates success at this
year. These exams Modified (Mod) level as a by-product of striving to win and/or reach the
should not replace your The Modified program is available to students in grades individual’s and team’s maximum potential.
child’s pediatrician exam. 7, 8, and 9. Mod A (7, 8, 9); Mod B (7, 8) Activities Fall Sports Offered
Physical exams are available offered at this level are determined by the existence of Bowling: Unified
to new students to the District and leagues, student interest, and relationship to the high
those students unable to obtain timely Cheerleading: Varsity, JV, Mod A
school program. While our intention is to involve as
appointments from their pediatrician for athletics, Cross Country: Boys and Girls – Varsity, JV, Mod B
many students as possible, the number and size of teams
working papers and state and Committee on Special in any sport is determined by availability of suitable Football: Varsity, JV, Mod A, Mod B
Education (CSE) required exams. Notify the school nurse facilities, qualified, certified coaches, and financial Golf: Girls – Varsity
if your student needs a school physical and a permission sources. Therefore, it may be necessary at this level to Soccer: Boys – Varsity, JV, Mod A, Mod B
form will need to be completed. have tryouts based upon skill. This program focuses Soccer: Girls – Varsity, JV, Mod B
All students interested in participating in a sport should on the fundamentals of the game, rules, training, Swimming: Girls – Varsity, JV, Mod B
attend pre-season meetings announced by individual development of individual skills, team plan and Tennis: Girls – Varsity, JV, Mod A
coaches. The Sports Recertification process is through sportsmanship. Emphasis is not placed on winning and
rSchoolToday Activities Registration. To register you Volleyball: Boys and Girls – Varsity, JV, Mod B
every effort will be made to maximize each individual’s
will need a current physical and your VCS Student ID playing time. Winter Sports Offered
Number. The process must be completed prior to each Alpine Ski: Boys and Girls – Varsity
sport a student participates in. Deadlines will be listed Junior Varsity (JV)
At the JV level, emphasis continues to be placed upon Basketball: Boys – Varsity, JV, Mod A, Mod B
on the website.
team play, physical conditioning, and refinement of basic Basketball: Girls – Varsity, JV, Mod B
Athletic Placement Process for Interscholastic Athletic skills. Although teams are usually comprised of ninth Bowling: Boys and Girls – Varsity
Program (Gr. 7–12)
and tenth grade students, exceptional students who Cheerleading: Varsity, JV, Mod A
The intent of the Athletic Placement Process (APP)
have successfully completed the APP may participate. Ice Hockey: Varsity
for Interscholastic Athletic Programs is to provide
This program prepares athletes for the Varsity level Indoor Track: Boys and Girls – Varsity, JV
safe and suitable participation at an appropriate level
of competition. Competitiveness increases, and while Swimming: Boys – Varsity, JV, Mod B
of competition for pupils in grades 7-12. Only very
adequate playing time for all team members is strongly
highly talented and skilled pupils should be considered Wrestling: Varsity, JV, Mod B
encouraged, the amount is influenced by skill level.
for advancement.
Varsity Spring Sports Offered
The Board of Regents establishes regulations governing
student eligibility for interscholastic athletic competition. The Varsity level of athletic competition is the Baseball: Varsity, JV, Mod A, Mod B
Through a program known as the Athletic Placement culmination of the high school athletic program. Basketball: Unified
Process for Interscholastic Athletic Programs, school Team play, sportsmanship, individual physical ability, Golf: Boys – Varsity, JV
districts may use athletic eligibility standards based on motivation and mental attitude are very important Lacrosse: Boys and Girls – Varsity, JV, Mod B
physical maturity and skill rather than relying solely on aspects of competition at the Varsity level in Victor. Softball: Varsity, JV, Mod A, Mod B
age as the determining factor for eligibility. Although teams are usually comprised of eleventh Tennis: Boys – Varsity, JV, Mod A
Application for this program begins with a and twelfth grade students, ninth and tenth grade Track: Boys and Girls – Varsity, JV, Mod B
recommendation from a Victor Central School Coach students with the ability can compete at this level. Very
to the Director of Athletics. The parent/guardian is exceptional student athletes who successfully complete
then contacted by the Athletic Director’s office at least the APP may also participate. Eligibility to try out for 3Animals on School Grounds absence. When your child returns to school, he/she must in families whose household income exceeds Medicaid
Based upon (1) the District’s obligation to limit the present a written excuse signed by a parent or guardian income eligibility. The insurance is free or at a low cost.
use of school facilities to educational purposes, and (2) stating the dates of absence and the reason. Coverage includes well-child check-ups, immunizations,
concerns related to maintenance costs and hygiene, as Our District nursing staff can be reached by calling prescriptions, doctor visits, x-rays and lab work,
well as to help maintain safe and healthy conditions 924-3252 and using the following extentions. Please note outpatient mental health, inpatient hospital care,
for the students, staff and visitors to the Victor Central that emails from parents will also be accepted: emergency medical care, and other services. Another
School District, it shall be a violation of District policy Early Childhood ext. 2620 program called Valu-Med provides a basic insurance
#1501 for any individual to bring a dog or other animal email: ECSAttendance@victorschools.org policy for people ages 19-65. For information contact
onto school grounds, except in accordance with the Primary ext. 3620 your school nurse or in the Rochester area call the Child
following regulations: email: PriAttendance@victorschools.org Health Plus Information Line 1-800-698-4543.
1. Animals are prohibited from school grounds Monday Intermediate ext. 4620
through Saturday from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m., except as email: IntAttendance@victorschools.org Code of Conduct
permitted by a building principal for instructions or Junior High ext. 5620 The Board of Education of the Victor Central School
safety purposes. email: JHAttendance@victorschools.org District is committed to providing a safe and orderly
2. All animals will be on a leash at all times. Senior High ext. 6620 (attendance office) school environment where students may receive and
3. A clean up/carry out policy will be adhered to at all times. email: HSAttendance@victorschools.org District personnel may deliver quality educational services
4. Animals are not allowed on athletic fields or at public For more information, see Attendance Policy (policy no. without disruption or interference. Responsible behavior
events under any circumstances. 5100), in the VCS Policy Manual on the school website by students, teachers, other district personnel, parents and
5. Service dogs and properly identified service dogs in - www.victorschools.org/district/board-policies other visitors is essential to achieving this goal.
training will be exempt from the terms of this policy. The District has a long-standing set of expectations for
The animal owner assumes all risks for the safety of persons Board of Education Elections conduct on school property and at school functions.
or property when bringing animals on school grounds. Any individual who has lived in the District for one These expectations are based on the principles of civility,
year can qualify for election to the Board of Education mutual respect, citizenship, character, tolerance, honesty
Attendance by presenting a nominating petition to the District and integrity.
Attendance is an indication of a student’s physical and Clerk thirty (30) days prior to the election. Board of The Board recognizes the need to clearly define these
mental health, as well as his/her social adjustment. A Education nominating petitions and absentee ballots expectations for acceptable conduct on school property,
student’s frequent absence from school may denote a are available from Maureen Goodberlet, District Clerk, to identify the possible consequences of unacceptable
loss of interest in school for reasons that are important 953 High Street, Victor, NY, 14564. conduct, and to ensure that discipline when necessary
to know and understand early in the school year. Parents is administered promptly and fairly.
are requested to phone the nurse in their child’s building Booster Club Information Unless otherwise indicated, the VCS Code of Conduct
by 9:30 a.m. on the first day of absence. This notification Booster Clubs are independently operated adult applies to all students, school personnel, parents and
informs the school that you are aware of the student’s organizations that help support the efforts of a sports other visitors when on school property or attending a
team or program in conjunction with VCS Athletics. school function.
Support is shown in many ways, including but not limited This Code was developed in consultation with
to volunteering service, fundraising, and contributing teachers, administrators, School Board members, other
other donations to better enhance the Team, Program or school service professionals, students and parents/
Department of Athletics. Victor Interscholastic-Athletic legal guardians. A complete copy is available for
Booster Club contact information can be located at viewing and/or downloading from the VCS Website
www.victorschools.org/parents/parent-groups. at www.victorschools.org/district/board-policies
under Board Policies or you may call the office of the
Child Health Plus Program Superintendent at 924-3252 ext. 1402 to have a copy
Child Health Plus is New York State’s medical insurance mailed to you.
program which serves uninsured children under age 19
4Community Swim million, awarded nearly $30 million in scholarships to
The pool is closed whenever school is not in session for more than 38,000 students, and invested the remainder
holidays, vacations, emergency weather conditions or primarily in endowment funds for future scholarships.
during Regents test weeks. Check the aquatic webpage on The Dollars for Scholars program allows local donors
our website frequently for information on dates, times, the opportunity to donate and receive a tax deduction.
programs and aquatic news. https://www.victorschools. Unlike high schools, Dollars for Scholars chapters are
org/community/aquatics-center-and-fitness-rooms 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations, and any donations
to Dollars for Scholars receive a deduction. In addition,
District Communication more than 80 Collegiate Partners® support the ongoing
Student Photographs work of Scholarship America® and its community-
During the course of the school year, students may be based, volunteer-driven Dollars for Scholars program.
photographed for purposes of school related publications Dollars for Scholars chapter scholarships brought to
or area media publications/broadcasts. If you DO NOT these campuses are used first to fill any unmet student
want your child’s photograph/likeness and/or name to need. If there is no unmet need, the Collegiate Partners
appear in any District communication (publications, agree to use up to $2,500 of a scholarship to reduce the
website, and social media) or local media, please send a self-help portion (loan, work-study, etc.) of the package.
written request to Victor Central School District, Attn.: Some Collegiate Partners will also match Dollars for
Office of School & Community Relations, 953 High Scholars scholarships up to a specific dollar amount.
Street, Victor, NY 14564. Victor Scholarship Program, the local chapter of Dollars that their scholarship be awarded to a student who has
for Scholars, awarded over $125,000 to 95 members participated in a specified community or school activity
Dollars for Scholars of the Class of 2021. The scholarships are awarded or has chosen a particular field of study or career.
Dollars for Scholars®, a program of Scholarship America®, by a selection committee using established criteria to For information on Dollars for Scholars and to access the
is a national network of more than 1,200 community- select the best-qualified student for the specific award. online application, go to www.victor.dollarsforscholars.
based, volunteer-driven scholarship foundations located The application grading guidelines followed by the org. The current officers of the Victor program are Mrs.
throughout the United States. The program mobilizes selection committee are as follows: GPA, AP/IB classes, Laurie Fiorito and Mrs. Julie Merges, Co-Presidents;
and unites local citizens, and encourages local students community service, school activity, work experience, Mr. Jim Exton, Treasurer. For more information about
to reach for, and achieve, their educational goals. Last career, and educational objectives. In addition, individual Victor’s Dollars for Scholars program, call (585) 924-
year, Dollars for Scholars chapters raised more than $59 sponsors may elect to impose certain restrictions; e.g., 3252 ext. 6218 or 6300 and leave a voice mail message.
A representative will contact you.
Emergency Closings
If an emergency arises, such as inclement weather or
hazardous driving conditions and school must be closed,
or the opening of school delayed, the decision will be
announced as early as possible via ParentSquare and the
following media outlets: 13 WHAM News, WHEC
TV Channel 10, WROC-TV Channel 8 and Spectrum
Cable News. Closings will also be communicated on
the VCS web site as well as the District’s Facebook and
Twitter accounts. If an early dismissal is warranted, Early
Childhood, Primary and Intermediate School students
will be transported home after the Junior and Senior
High students. 5Federally Funded Programs Federal IDEA Section 611 & 619
During this school year, Victor Central School District will The purpose of this Federally funded grant is to
participate in the following federally funded programs: supplement local efforts to provide free appropriate
special education services to children who have
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) disabilities. Funds are allocated towards direct services,
The Every Student Succeeds Act is a US law that was professional development for staff as well as supplies and
passed in December 2015 that governs the United materials for students.
States K–12 public education policy. The act supports For information regarding a parent’s rights regarding
standards-based education and the premise that setting the referral and evaluation of a student for the purposes
high standards and establishing measurable goals can of special education services or programs, please refer to
improve individual outcomes for children. The school A Parent’s Guide to Special Education, available on the
system utilizes allocated monies for skill development, New York State Education Department’s website. A link
educational improvements, support services, and certain to this website is provided below. For more information,
projects such as, professional development, substance contact Leanne Gmeindl, Director of Special Education,
abuse prevention, technology, and innovative programs. at 924-3252, extension 1451.
Title I, II, III & IV A Parent’s Guide to Special Education is located at
Title I, II, III, & IV funds received from the federal http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/publications/
government support the District’s Academic Intervention policy/parentsguide.pdf
Services and fund professional development for faculty.
Students who receive these supplemental services have
been identified through multiple assessments to be at risk
of or not meeting proficiency standards set by New York
State and/or the District. These Academic Intervention
Services include reading, writing and mathematics support.
Fundraising
• A completed fundraising form should be submitted
at least four weeks in advance to the Athletic Director
or Building Principal for approval for every fundraiser
that is conducted by a club/organization.
• Merchants/vendors should be contacted by parent/
booster representatives rather than by students.
• Door-to-door solicitation is prohibited and students
should not be given individual quotas for sales.
• Window clings for businesses supporting Victor School
athletic activities are available in the athletic office and
can be given to businesses to display.
6Food Service Program Breakfast Lunch 4. Can Homeless, Runaway, And Migrant Children Get Free Meals? Yes,
children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant qualify
The Victor School District operates a self-supporting Early Childhood/Primary for free meals. If you haven’t been told your children will get free meals, please
Food Service program that includes both lunch and /Intermediate $1.70 $2.45 call or e-mail Jodie Janke, Pupil Services, 585-924-3252 ext. 1456 jankej@
Junior/Senior High $1.70 $2.70 victorschools.org to see if they qualify.
breakfast. These programs, as part of the National
School Lunch and Breakfast programs, are designed Reduced (K-12) FREE FREE 5. Who Can Get Reduced Price Meals? Your children may be approved as
reduced price eligible if your household income is within the reduced-price
to improve children’s diets by providing nutritionally Milk a la Carte .60 .60 limits on the Federal Eligibility Income Chart, shown on this letter. Beginning
sound meals and to teach good eating habits to children Please visit the District’s website at www.victorschools. July 1, 2019, students in New York State that are approved for reduced price
org to review menus, prices, and procedures for setting meals will receive breakfast and lunch meals and snacks served through the
who participate in the program. Numerous studies Afterschool Snack Program at no charge.
have shown a positive relationship between good eating up online payments. Please be sure to also click on
6. Should I Fill Out An Application If I Received A Letter This School
practices and learning in school. Departments and then Food Service in order to get a Year Saying My Children Are Approved For Free Meals? Please read the
Victor Central School cafeterias are meeting tough new complete review of the program including information letter you got carefully and follow the instructions. Call the school at 585-
on applying for free or reduced price school meals, 924-3252 ext. 6471 if you have questions.
federal nutrition standards for school meals, ensuring
that meals are healthy and well-balanced and provide as well as breakfast, and classroom celebration order 7. My Child’s Application Was Approved Last Year. Do I Need To Fill Out
Another One? Yes. Your child’s application is only good for that school year
students all the nutrition they need to succeed at school. forms. Questions regarding the meals program should and for up to the first 30 operating days of this school year. You must send
Now is a great time to encourage your kids to choose be directed to Alix TePoel-DeWitt, Director of School in a new application unless the school told you that your child is eligible for
Nutrition at 924-3252 ext.6470. the new school year.
school lunch and breakfast!
8. I Get Wic. Can My Child(Ren) Get Free Meals? Children in households
School meals offer students milk, fruits and vegetables,
Dear Parent/Guardian: participating in WIC may be eligible for free or reduced price meals. Please
proteins and grains, and they must meet strict limits on Children need healthy meals to learn. Victor Central School District offers fill out a FREE/REDUCED PRICE MEAL application.
saturated fat and portion size. School lunches will meet healthy meals every school day. Breakfast costs $1.70; lunch costs K-6 $2.45, 9. Will The Information I Give Be Checked? Yes and we may also ask you
additional standards requiring: 7-12 $2.70. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced price to send written proof.
meals. Beginning July 1, 2019 students in New York State that are approved
• Age-appropriate calorie limits for reduced price meals will receive breakfast and lunch meals and snacks 10. If I Don’t Qualify Now, May I Apply Later? Yes, you may apply at any
• Larger servings of vegetables and fruits (students served through the Afterschool Snack Program at no charge. time during the school year. For example, children with a parent or guardian
who becomes unemployed may become eligible for free and reduced price
must take at least one serving of produce) 1. Do I Need To Fill Out An Application For Each Child? No. Complete meals if the household income drops below the income limit.
• A wider variety of vegetables, including dark the application to apply for free or reduced price meals. Use one Free and
Reduced Price School Meals Application for all students in your household. 11. What If I Disagree With The School’s Decision About My Application?
green and red/orange vegetables and legumes We cannot approve an application that is not complete, so be sure to fill out all You should talk to school officials. You also may ask for a hearing by calling
• Fat-free or 1% milk (flavored must be fat free) required information. Return the completed application to: Alexandra TePoel- or writing to: Derek Vallese, Assistant Superintendent for Business, 585-924-
DeWitt Victor Central School District, 953 High Street, Victor, NY 14564. 3252 ext 1410, vallesed@victorschools.org
• More whole grains
2. Who Can Get Free Meals? All children in households receiving benefits 12. May I Apply If Someone In My Household Is Not A U.s. Citizen?
• Less sodium Yes. You or your child(ren) do not have to be U.S. citizens to qualify for free
from SNAP, the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations or TANF,
Smart snack guidelines are also being followed for all can get free meals regardless of your income. Categorical eligibility for free or reduced price meals.
foods sold (including vending machines) to students meal benefits is extended to all children in a household when the application 13. Who Should I Include As Members Of My Household? You
lists an Assistance Program’s case number for any household member. Also, must include all people living in your household, related or not (such as
during the school day. These foods must meet strict your children can get free meals if your household’s gross income is within grandparents, other relatives, or friends) who share income and expenses. You
nutrient standards and must be a whole grain, dairy, the free limits on the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines. Households with must include yourself and all children living with you. If you live with other
fruit or vegetable. children who are categorically eligible through an Other Source Categorically people who are economically independent (for example, people who you do
Eligible designation, as defined by law, may be eligible for free benefits and not support, who do not share income with you or your children, and who
We are always striving to offer our students healthier should contact the SFA for assistance in receiving benefits. pay a pro-rated share of expenses), do not include them.
and more appealing choices. No sugar added yogurt 3. Can Foster Children Get Free Meals? Yes, foster children that are under the 14. What If My Income Is Not Always The Same? List the amount that you
smoothies, as well as many homemade salad dressings legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court, are eligible for free meals. normally receive. For example, if you normally make $1000 each month, but
and more made from scratch foods are emphasized and Any foster child in the household is eligible for free meals regardless of income. you missed some work last month and only made $900, put down that you
Foster children may also be included as a member of the foster family if the made $1000 per month. If you normally get overtime, include it, but do not
continue to gain greater acceptance. Victor’s continued foster family chooses to also apply for benefits for other children. Including include it if you only work overtime sometimes. If you have lost a job or had
outsourcing of locally grown produce not only adds to children in foster care as household members may help other children in the your hours or wages reduced, use your current income.
the freshness of the meals, but also supports the local household qualify for benefits. If non-foster children in a foster family are
not eligible for free or reduced price meal benefits, an eligible foster child 15. We Are In The Military. Do We Include Our Housing Allowance As
farmer and economy. will still receive free benefits. Income? If you get an off-base housing allowance, it must be included as
School meals are a great value and a huge convenience income. However, if your housing is part of the Military Housing Privatization
Initiative, do not include your housing allowance as income.
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