Monday, March 9, 2020

COVID-19


I'm sure we all have concerns about the Novel Corona virus and how it could impact Visions' school activities and requirements. I know I do. It is such an evolving situation and things seem to change daily. What I can tell you is that Visions is making plans and monitoring the situation closely.

There is a Corona Virus Update and Information page on the Wire with some information and links to the CDC, California Department of Health, and county health departments.

In addition, I have been told...

  • If teachers are unable to support a family face-to-face, they will work with their administrator to determine if a virtual meeting is possible.
  • Visions will cancel events and classes that convene people if recommended and/or there is an identified an outbreak within a Visions’ community.
  • Visions is monitoring the Covid-19 impact County by County and will take action based on the activity within the county.
  • If there is a recommendation by the county’s local health agency Visions will follow it.

This week, all of our meetings are virtual so we have time to watch and see. I haven't heard any news about the Curriculum Fair/Picture Day scheduled for next week. If I do, I will share it immediately.

Stay well.

Jackson Test Prep & Physical Fitness Testing Day



Monday, March 23rd
Grace Fellowship
8040 CA-49, Jackson, CA 95642

Visions In Education Charter School is excited to offer our 2020 Jackson Test Prep and Physical Fitness Testing Day. On Monday, March 23, we will be doing Test Prep for the Smarter Balanced Assessment and conducting our annual Physical Fitness Testing (PFT). Did you know that last year, Visions students who did an Interim Assessment Practice Test scored approximately 43 points higher than those who did not? Yes, every bit of test prep and exposure familiarizes students with the testing format, calms the nerves and increases academic performance! We know it helps and have planned a fun day to provide that support!

Registration deadline is Monday, March 16th
Click HERE for the flyer.

Upcoming & Notable

Have an event, activity or deadline (doesn't have to be Visions' sponsored) you think other families would like to know about? Let me know and I will post it here! 



Rescue Project and Performance Fair - Wednesday, March 11
Last Day to Add a New Voucher Vendor - Friday, March 13
Ski Day - Friday, March 13
Alliance Redwoods Environmental Science Camp - Monday, March 16 - Thursday, March 19
Deadline for Sibling Enrollments & Academy Transfers - Wednesday, March 18 @ 4:30 pm
Curriculum Vendor Fair & Lifetouch picture day - Wednesday, March 18 - Carmichael
LP8 Begins - Monday, March 23
Test Practice and PFT Testing - Monday, March 23, Grace Church in Jackson (PFT is for grades 5, 7, and 9) - More info to come.
Ski Day - Friday, March 27


Last Day to Order Curriculum, Computers & Vouchers! - Friday, April 3
Spring Break - April 6 - 10
LP 9 Begins - Monday, April 20
Early Ordering Begins - Curriculum and partner vendors only, and summer vouchers for July and August services - Monday, April 22 (This date was changed because the "new" Launchpad will be up and running for early ordering. More info to come.)
FAME - Wednesday, April 29th, 9:00 lesson on Monet at 9:00.  Families can still sign up and attend, contact Traci, at 209-217-6538
Math Break-Out Box - 10:00  Wednesday, April 29th, Break-out Math Box for students in grades 6-8. Free to attend
High School Preparation - Wednesday, April 29th, 2:30.  Very special presentation by our counselor, Deanna Stevenson, to share information about high school requirements, and high school planning information.  Please respond to Deanna's email sent Feb. 11 and RSVP.  



Testing in Jackson - Tuesday, May 5th - Friday, May 8th,
*8th Grade Promotion Ceremony - Wednesday, May 6th, 12:30 - 1:30. (Tentative, more info to come.)
*Jackson Field Day - Thursday, May 14, Minnie Provis Park, 71 Church Street, Sutter Creek, CA (Possible change to presentation day at the Dalton Center in Jackson!) More info to come.
LP 10 Begins - Monday, May 18
Memorial Day - No School, Monday, May 25

*These dates are tentative.


This Week's Meeting Schedule

LP7 Agenda - Test Prep (grades 3-8 and 11)

Monday 3/9
Office Day

Tuesday
Virtual
11:00 - Elijah
12:00 - Aria & Akira
2:30 - Angel

Wednesday
Virtual
11:00 - Jezreel
12:00 - McKenna
1:00 - Hunter
2:00 - Ana & Baruch

Thursday
Virtual
11:00 - Skyler
12:00 - Hailee & Lyla
2:30 - Lillian
3:30 - Angel


Friday
Office Day