West Vincent Elementary School PTA

Calendar

MARCH


Event


Time and Location

3/3/2010 &
3/4/2010

Parent Teacher Conferences

 There will be no school during the conferences

Spring Parent Teacher Conferences Flyer

 
3/4/2010
Blood Drive
sponsored by The WV Wellness Committee and Miller-Keystone Blood Center

There will be a blood drive at West Vincent Elementary.  

The Blood Drive is to honor our 3rd grade student Reagen Amand. She has received over 40 transfusions over the past 5 years , and is still currently needing transfusions to sustain her cells in order to continue her chemotherapy treatments.

WVES Blood Drive Flyer

10:00 am - 8:00 pm
WVES 

3/5/2010

Silent Auction

This is an adults only event. Wine and appetizers will be served. Live entertainment. Auction tables close at 9:30.

No Admission fee.

Click here to see how you can help with this event.

Click here for the auction item catalog.

Click here for directions to the event.

6:30 to 10:00 pm

Byers Station Executive
Model Home
4404 Lobella Court
Chester Springs, Pa

3/8/2010 -
3/12/2010
Spring Book Fair
 
WHEN: Mar 08 - Mar 12

WHERE: Primary Commons

SCHEDULE/OPENING HOURS:

Mon, Mar 8 8:15am-3:30pm
Tues, Mar 9 8:15am-3:30pm
Wed, Mar 10 8:15am-3:30pm
 Doughnuts for Dad7:00am-8:00am
Thurs, Mar 11 8:15am-3:30pm
Fri, Mar 12 8:15am-3:30pm
 Spring Dance6:30pm-8:30pm


Visit our school's website at Scholastic Books.

Spring Book Fair Volunteer Form

Spring BookFair Announcement

One for Books Flyer

 

3/10/2010

Donuts for Dad

Dads come have coffee & donuts and take your kids to the Book Fair. 

7:00 - 8:00 am

3/10/2010

General PTA Meeting

 
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WVES Library
3/12/2010
Spring Dance

Our Spring Dance is a FREE family dance with novelty dances and fun activities for all ages set to music and led by dynamic DJ Bob.  Click here for more details.

Spring Dance Flyer

6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

3/15/2010
Family Visit with author Peter Catalanotto 

Special evening family assembly with the author.  Books can be purchased for signining.  Forms due 1/19.

Click here to read Peter Catalanotto's bio.

Book order form for author Peter Catalanotto

6:30 pm  WVES
3/16/2010

All Pro Dad -  Dad's Day Breakfast.

  The topic will be THE POWER OF WORDS.

 
Click here for details.

All Pro Dad March Breakfast Flyer

7:00 am - 8:00 am
WVES Cafeteria

3/17/2010
Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by March 9th.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on March 11th
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria
3/22/2010

I.M. Softball for 5th and 6th Graders

Softball is an exciting and passionate game. It's also a lot of fun! West Vincent's 5th and 6th grade intramural program will include an eight game season. The games will be held in the school gymnasium (Due to the outdoor field not being completed yet) from 3:00-4:15. Please be sure to pick up your child at door "#2" promptly at 4:15. This door is located next to the front doors. Students will not be permitted to exit the school with anyone until they receive permission from Mr. Hineman who must have parents initial the sign out sheet before taking their child.

Permission slips due 3/19

IM Softball Registration

Field Trip Release form for Intramurals

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

APRIL


Event


Time and Location

4/1/2010 -
4/5/2010

Spring Vacation

School is closed.
 
4/12/2010 -
4/30/2010
PSSA's grades 3 - 6

April 12 - 16Grades 3 to 6 PSSA Reading & Math
April 19 - 23Grade 5 PSSA Writing
April 26 - 30Grade 4 PSSA Science

 

4/14/2010

General PTA Meeting

 
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WVES Library

4/21/2010

Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by April 13th.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on April 15th.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria

4/25/2010

Best Buddies Fit Walk-a-thon and 5K run

Lace up your sneaks! Owen J. Roberts first ever 5K, and second annual Best Buddies FIT Walk-a-thon. Crank the music and put in some steps with family and friends-bathing suit weather is right around the corner! Try a little Zumba and field day-type games on the lawn. Something to do and something to win for everyone!  The school with the most attendance at FIT events will win a prize at the end of the year.

1:00 pm - 4:00  pm
OJR HS Track

4/27/2010
Kindergarten Roundup

No school for the current Kindergarten class on this day.
 
4/30/2010
Spring Fun Fair 

Come out to this indoor/outdoor event and enjoy activities, games, win prizes and enjoy some great food.

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

MAY


Event


Time and Location
5/4/2010

Staff Appreciation Luncheon

 

5/4/2010

Earth Day Celebration
 
Raindate is 5/5/2010.
 
5/7/2010
Grandfriends Day

• 9:30-11:00 Classroom visitations grades 1, 2, 4, and AM kindergarten (until 11:15 dismissal)
• 1:00-2:30 Classroom visitations grades 3, 5, 6, and PM kindergarten
• Tours of the building will be available between 9:30 and 2:30.

5/11/2010

Spring Picture Day 

Class pictures are taken
 
5/12/2010
General PTA Meeting

 
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WVES Library

5/19/2010

Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by May 11th.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on May 13th   

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria
 

5/21/2010

1st Annual Spaghetti Dinner!
More details to come soon!

Please contact Michelle Cucinotta (michelle.cucinotta@weldwire.net or 610-935-9370)
if you would like to volunteer to help with this event.

5:30 - 8:00 pm

5/28/2010

Game Day (Intermediate grades 4-6)

 

5/31/2010

Memorial Day

No classes for students.

 

JUNE


Event


Time and Location
6/14/2010
5th & 6th Gr. Award/ 6th Gr. Promotion Ceremony

 Parents are welcome.

9:00 am - 10:15 am
APR


 

6/14/2010 

Early Dismissal

There will be early dismissal at 11:50 am

 

6/15/2010

Last Day of School  

There will be early dismissal at 11:50 am
 

6/16/2010

Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by June 8th.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on June 10th   

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Archived Calendar


SEPTEMBER


Event


Time and Location
9/9/2009

Bye Bye Lunch/Breakfast

After drop off, Kindergarten parents are invited stay for a breakfast/luncheon with staff and PTA officers.  It is a great time to socialize and learn more about West Vincent.

Breakfast 8:45 to 10:00
Lunch 12:30 to 1:45 
9/9/2009
General PTA Meeting

New this year - PTA meetings will be bi-monthly!

September 9th at 6:30 in the WVES Library. Jo-An Rechtin of the OJR Wellness will be there to promote the wellness program and discuss our First West Vincent Fit Fest on 9/25

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WVES Library
9/11/2009

Back to School Bash

A night of fun for the whole family.  Click here for all the details.

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WVES
9/11/2009 -
9/25/2009

KidStuff Coupon Book Fundraiser

The sale runs 9/11 - 9/25.   All additional book orders due by 9/25.
For any questions please contact Lois Markle-Tayman.

 
9/15/2009

I.M. Soccer for 5th and 6th grade.

West Vincent's Intramural program will include an eight game season (September 15, 17, 21, 24, 28, 29, October 1, and 5th) and is for fifth/sixth grade students.  Permission slips due by 9/14.   Click here for details and forms.

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

9/16/2009

Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by September 4th.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on September 10 th.   

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria
9/17/2009 -
9/30/2009

Innisbrook Fundraiser

The sale runs 9/17- 9/30.   For any questions please contact Brenda Andresen.

Click here for more details.

 

9/18/2009

WV Night at OJR Football Game

West Vincent families are special invitees at the OJR High School Football game against Spring Ford

Click here for the flyer and coupon

7:00 pm
Wildcat Stadium

9/22/2009
Meet the Teacher Night
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
9/25/2009

First Annual WV Fit Fest

The WV Wellness committee announces its "Fit Fest" Friday Sept 25 6-8 pm. Over 20 local businesses will be present to inform students AND parents about local recreation/activities and healthy food promotion/demonstrations. Students will be able to watch or try a variety of activities. Mr. Smoothy will sell yogurt smoothies.  The event is free to everyone in the community.


Vendors and activities include Cooking for Re, Mr. Smoothy, Pearls Market, Power Play-ice skating, Simply Yoga, Chest County Parks, Welkenweir, Maysie's Farm, YMCA-Pottstown, Gymolympic Sports Academy, Monkey Joe's, Martial Arts, Horseback Riding, Zumba, OJR MS Flags, Rock Climbing,Tennis Addiction, Twirl Sports, Personal Trainer (kids), Bicycling, WV outdoor classroom, Vital Touch (nutrition) and Lionville School of Dance.

See you there!

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

OCTOBER


Event


Time and Location
10/1/2009

I.M. Soccer for 5th and 6th grade.

West Vincent's Intramural program will include an eight game season (September 15, 17, 21, 24, 28, 29, October 1, and 5th) and is for fifth/sixth grade students.  Permission slips due by 9/14.   Click here for details and forms.

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

10/6/2009

I.M. Flag Football for 5th and 6th grade.

West Vincent's Intramural program will be an eight game season (October 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 19, 20, & 26) and is for fifth/sixth grade students.  Permission slips due by 10/2.   Click here for details and forms.

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

10/7/2009

Picture Day for grades K-3

 

10/8/2009

Picture Day for grades 4-6

 

10/11/2009

Fit Fest at the Pottstown YMCA

Bring the family and swim, play in the gym, and participate in fitness demonstrations-walking track open!

Also at the Pottstown YMCA, Sunday, October 11 1-4 pm Fall Fitness Festival Kickoff Featuring a chicken BBQ, DJ, petting zoo, moonbounce, community swim, dodgeball tournament and games. Open to the community.   Free!

The school with the most attendance at F.I.T. Events will win a prize at the end of the year!

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

YMCA Pottstown

10/14/2009

Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by October 6th.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on October 8th.   

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria

10/21/2009 -
10/22/2009
Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held for Grades K-6 on Wednesday, October 21st and Thursday, October 22nd, 2009.  Please note that teachers will be scheduling conferences on Wednesday from 12:30 - 8:00 pm and on Thursday from 12:30 - 8:00 pm.  Kindergarten teachers are scheduling an additional day on Friday, October 23.

There is no school on Wednesday and Thursday.  School will be in session on Friday.

Fall '09 Parent Teacher Conferences (Kindergarten)

Fall '09 Parent/Teacher Conferences Flyer (grades 1-6)

12:30 pm - 8:00 pm

October 27, 2009

4th and 5th Grade Cross-Country Meet

37th annual OJR Cross Country Race open to the boys and girls from all 5 elementary schools in grade 4 and 5.  Permission slips due Oct 20th.

 

Cross Country Flyer and Permission Slip

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Warwick Park

October 27, 2009

FIT Family Hike

Always a blast! Cheer for the Kids Run after-school then join in a 1-mile Walktoberfest through beautiful Warwick Park. Crunch some tasty local apples and let the little ones run off some steam on the playground.  This is a free event.  The school with the most attendance at FIT events will win a prize at the end of the year.

4:30 pm
Warwick Park

10/26/2009 -
10/30/2009
Red Ribbon Week

Click here for the schedule.

NOVEMBER


Event


Time and Location
11/2/2009

I.M. Hockey for 5th and 6th grade.

West Vincent’s 5th/6th grade intramural program will include a sixteen game season (11/2, 11/3, 11/10, 11/12, 11/16, 11/17, 11/19, 12/1, 12/3, 12/7, 12/8, 12/10, 12/14, 12/15, 12/16, 12/17, & 12/21). The games will be held in the school gym from 3:00-4:15.  Permission slips due 10/30.
Click here for details and forms.

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

11/4/2009

Reflections submissions are due.

The 2009/2010 theme is "Beauty is ..."

Please drop your submissions to the office by 3:00 pm today.

Click here for more details

 
11/5/2009

K-Kids Orientation Meeting

Thursday, November 5th from 3-4 p.m. is our first K-Kids Club Orientation meeting in the Library Classroom after-school.  Please make plans prior to this date for transportation.  During the session you will receive information on the organization and related materials including an activity calendar.  You will need a pen or pencil to take notes during the meeting.  Parents/Guardians are welcome to attend this session to learn more about this service leadership group.  Parents/Guardians are required to sign you out prior to dismissal from K-Kid meetings/activities.
 

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

WV Library

11/9/2009 -
11/13/2009

Learning Express Fundraiser

Shop at the Learning Express and save 10% off your purchases and also have 10%   donated to WVES!  You must present the flyer to get the deal!

Click for more info

Print this flyer. You'll need it !

WHITELAND TOWNE CENTER

187 W LINCOLN HWY, SUITE 300

EXTON, PA

11/11/2009
General PTA Meeting -- CANCELED!

Larry Mauger the OJR Chief Security Officer will be speaking on security in the OJR district.
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WVES Library

11/11/2009

Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by November 3rd.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on November 5th

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria

11/13/2009
Picture Retake Day

 
11/13/2009
Fall Festival

Come out and join us for a night of fun, compliments of your PTA!  We'll have snacks and drinks, baked goods, book fair guest readers and lots of fun and games for all.

Fall Festival Flyer

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
11/13/2009 -
11/20/2009
Fall Book Fair

The Book Fair schedule is as follows:

Friday Nov 13:   5:30pm – 8:00pm
                       (open during Fall Festival)

Monday Nov 16:   8:15am – 3:30pm

Tuesday Nov 17:  8:15am – 3:30pm

Wednesday Nov 18:  8:15am – 3:30pm

                               Mom’s Tea :
                               3:30pm – 4:30pm 
Thursday Nov 19:  8:15am – 3:30pm

Friday Nov 20:  8:15am – 3:00pm

Click here for more details

Fall Book Fair Announcement

Fall Book Fair Volunteer Form

11/14/2009

Flu Vaccination Clinic

Vaccinations will be administered by qualified health professionals and each vaccination will cost $25 for pre-registered, $27 onsite and $30 for the FluMist. Anyone getting the FluMist must pre-register. Medicare Part B will be accepted from those eligible. Participants will also be able to receive additional tips on staying healthy during this influenza season.

Signup online by Nov 5th.


Click here for more details.

9:00 am to 12:00 pm
WVES

11/19/2009

American Education Week Classroom Visitation
 

Parents and guardians are invited to visit West Vincent classrooms on Thursday, November 19, 2009 during the following times:

  • AM kindergarten 10:30-11:15
  • PM kindergarten 2:00-2:45
  • Grades 1-6 9:00-11:00

We ask that all visitors respect the educational process for both learners and teachers by not bringing siblings with you to the visitation.  Please sign in at the table in the lobby when you arrive and obtain your visitor nametag.  We are requesting that all visitors pre-register so that we can be appropriately prepared for your visit. Please complete and return the attachment to the office by Friday, November 13. 

American Education Week RSVP

 

11/26/2009 -
11/27/2009

Thanksgiving Vacation

No classes for students

 
11/30/2009
PTA Business Meeting

This meeting is open to the public.  There will be no guest speakers.
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WVES Library

DECEMBER


Event


Time and Location
12/1/2009

I.M. Hockey for 5th and 6th grade.

West Vincent’s 5th/6th grade intramural program will include a sixteen game season (11/2, 11/3, 11/10, 11/12, 11/16, 11/17, 11/19, 12/1, 12/3, 12/7, 12/8, 12/10, 12/14, 12/15, 12/16, 12/17, & 12/21). The games will be held in the school gym from 3:00-4:15.  Permission slips due 10/30.
Click here for details and forms.

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

12/09/2009
Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by December 1st.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on December 3rd.
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria

12/24/2009 -
12/31/2009

Winter Vacation
 

12/29/2009

FIT Family Ice Skating

This is FREE to all students, older siblings and families.  Preregistration is recommended.

Ice Skating Preregistration Form

10:15 - 11:50 am

Exton Power Play Rink

JANUARY


Event


Time and Location
1/1/2010
Winter Vacation

No classes for students.  Classes resume on January 4th.
 
1/11/2010

I.M. Volleyball

West Vincent's 5th/6th grade intramural program will include a sixteen game season. The games will be held in the school gymnasium from 3:00-4:15.  Signups due by 1/9.  First meeting is 1/11. 

Volleyball registration and schedule info.

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

1/13/2010
General PTA Meeting
      
Larry Mauger the OJR Chief Security Officer will be speaking about SAFE an acronym for Security, Avoid, Flee and Engage. 

Chief Swinniger and Officer Butler will be discussing a safety packet for our children in the event of an Amber Alert that is available to Parents.

Mike Frederick, our All Pro Dads organizer, will be at the meeting to answer questions and meet Parents. All members are encouraged to attend and get involved. 

A representative from the fundraising company, My Friendly Neighbor will be there to discuss fundraising opportunities.  He will have a sample bag for all members! 

Should you need babysitting for this meeting,  please RSVP to Amy and Grace.
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WVES Library
1/15/2010
Pizza Bingo Night

The West Vincent Elementary PTA is hosting a PIZZA BINGO NIGHT! There will be plenty of WONDERFUL PRIZES and fun to be shared by all! Bring the whole family for a night of food and fun!!!  Doors open at 6, Bingo starts at 6:30.   

Click here for more info. 

Bingo RSVP Flyer and Volunteer Form

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Doors Open at 6

1/18/2010
Martin Luther King Day

No school for students
1/19/2010

All Pro Dad -  Dad's Day Breakfast.

 The Topic will be "Growing Up Too Fast"

Their will be breakfast served and a raffle ticket will be given to each family that attends for a drawing that morning.    Click here for details.

7:00 am - 8:00 am
WVES Cafeteria

1/20/2010
Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by January 12th.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on January 14th
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Lobby

1/20/2010

Science Fair

Snow day makeup date is Jan 21st.
 

6:00 pm

1/28/2010

Meet our Superintendent

Dr. Joel DiBartolomeo

Refreshments and snacks will be served
Please, no children

6:30  pm
WVES
Auditorium

FEBRUARY


Event


Time and Location
2/5/2010
Silent Auction

Due to the impending snow storm, this event has been postponed to Friday March 5th!

6:30 to 10:00 pm

Byers Station Executive
Model Home
4404 Lobella Court
Chester Springs, Pa

2/16/2010

All Pro Dad -  Dad's Day Breakfast.

  The topic will be THE POWER OF WORDS.

 
Click here for details.

7:00 am - 8:00 am
WVES Cafeteria

2/15/2010
President's Day

There will be no classes today.
2/17/2010
Market Day Pickup

Order forms are due back to the school by February 9th.  Online orders are due by 11:00 pm on February 11th
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
WVES Cafeteria
2/17/2010

I.M. Bastketball for 5th and 6th Graders

West Vincent's 5th/6th grade intramural program will include a sixteen game season. The games will be held in the school gymnasium from 3:00-4:15. Please be sure to pick up your child at door "#2" promptly at 4:15. This door is located next to the front doors. Students will not be permitted to exit the school with anyone until they receive permission from Mr. Hineman who must have parents initial the sign out sheet before taking their child.


2/16 - All teams will meet to discuss rules, schedule, and expectations of the season. Students will still have an opportunity to play. Teams 1 through 6 will be created for future reference by students and parents.

Permission slips due 2/12

I.M. Basketball Schedule and Signup form

Field Trip Release form for Intramurals

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

2/18/2010

K - 12 District Family Math Night  -  "Pirates of the Matharibbean"

Have a fun night out with the family at our first District wide family math night.  It is for grades K through 12!

Reschedule from 2/11 due to the snow!

Click here for more info.

6:00 - 8:00 pm
OJR High School

2/19/2010
Movie Night

Presenting....

"Cloudy with a chance of Meatballs"

6:30 pm

2/25/2010
Family Visit with author Peter Catalanotto 

Special evening family assembly with the author.  Books can be purchased for signining.  Forms due 1/19.

Click here to read Peter Catalanotto's bio.

Book order form for author Peter Catalanotto

6:30 pm  WVES