The Lion Update
Important Dates
May 12
Accelerated Withdrawal
May 16
2nd/3rd Grade Field Trip
May 20
1st Grade Field Trip
May 23
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May 26
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Lion Families:
We had a truly special evening on May 1st as we celebrated our annual Night of the Arts! This event beautifully showcased the talents of our students and the incredible work of our specialist teachers through music, movement, and visual art. Families enjoyed a traditional German dance, inspiring performances from our school choir, and vibrant art displays and student projects showcased all around campus.
We are so grateful to all the families who came out to support our students during this memorable night. A heartfelt thank-you goes out to our amazing specialist team for organizing such a meaningful event. Your work highlights the importance of the arts in education and the impact your classes have on our students.
👏🏾 Shoutout to Ms. Luke, Ms. Hall, Frau Bergosh, and Ms. Nichols for sharing your passion and talent with our school community!
This week, we also celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week, and our hearts are full! A huge thank-you to our incredible PTSA for showering our staff with love and support. We truly felt the appreciation!
💐 Special shoutouts to Ms. Huckleberry, Ms. Anders, Ms. Horgan, Ms. Ibanez, Ms. Leftwich, and Ms. Crabtree—your hard work made this week unforgettable. We also want to express our gratitude to all the families who donated items—your generosity means so much!
We do have a few important updates to share:
- The Second and Third Grade field trip has been rescheduled for Friday, May 16. Please mark your calendars!
- Color Run permission slips are due by Monday, May 12—don’t forget to send them in!
Time is flying—we now have just 4.5 weeks left in the school year. Let’s stay focused, keep encouraging our students, and finish strong!
PTSA
Donation Drive for Deployed Soldiers!
The Red Cross Youth Club and National Honor Society from Vilseck High School are teaming up to support our deployed soldiers with a heartfelt Donation Drive!
Check out the attached flyer for all the details and a list of items needed.
Drop-off locations include:
-Vilseck Elementary School
-Vilseck High School
-Vilseck Commissary
-Vilseck Red Cross Office (BLDG 162)
Let's come together as a community to show our support and appreciation for those serving abroad. Every little bit helps!
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Bicycle Safety Month
Before You Ride: Do a Quick Safety Check!
- Tires: Make sure they are firm and fully inflated.
- Brakes: Test them before every ride to ensure they are working properly.
- Chain: Keep it oiled and secure.
- Helmet: Ensure it is snug, level, and buckled.
Protect Your Head – Wear a Helmet!
- Make sure your helmet is the right size and worn correctly.
- Helmets can protect against skull fractures and severe brain injuries when properly used.
Be Seen – Stay Safe!
- Wear bright colors or reflective gear.
- Attach reflectors and lights to your bike.
Cross Smart at Crosswalks
- Always stop and look both ways before crossing.
- Walk your bike across busy streets and intersections.
- Obey all traffic signs and signals.
Let's make this May a safe ride for all! Stay safe and enjoy your biking adventures!
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Accelerated Withdrawal
The Principal may authorize an accelerated withdrawal of a student who must withdraw from school 20 or less instructional days prior to the end of a semester, in accordance with Section 3.1.d, of DoDEA Administrative Instruction 1367.01, “High School Graduation Requirements and Policy,” [TBD]. Accelerated withdrawal will only be considered if the parent/sponsor presents PCS orders. The parent or sponsor must present verification of the date required for the student to depart from the school (e.g., PCS orders). All of the conditions of an accelerated study program outlined by the student’s teachers must be met prior to withdrawal in order for grades to be assigned and credit to be granted. Students who withdraw prior to the 20-day limitation of the accelerated withdrawal policy will receive “withdrawal” grades rather than final grades. In this case, the sponsor/parent should notify the school two weeks prior to the date of withdrawal.
DoDEA School Dress Code
Students MUST wear:
- Tops with sleeves (sleeveless tops/dresses are permitted for school sponsored formal events such as prom)
- Solid clothing (not transparent or translucent) that fully covers the top and bottom from armpit to mid-thigh
- Shoes (shoes must be safe for the school environment)
- Bedroom slippers shall not be worn, except for school activities approved by the principal
- Open toe shoes with a strap across the heel are allowed
Students CANNOT wear clothing with:
- Language or images promoting violence
- Language or images that depict, promote, or advocate the illegal use or sale of drugs, alcohol or tobacco products; violent conduct; curse words; pornography; that contain threats or expressions which are violent, discriminatory, lewd or obscene; or that advocate or promote any other illegal item or activity or the use of same
- Derogatory speech and/or imagery that targets groups based on race/color, ethnicity/national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Headgear that obscures the face (except as a religious observance or health purpose); clothing items with hoods attached can be worn but must not cover the head
* Teachers/courses can require certain attire as part of the curriculum (for example: physical education, culinary) that may include specific dress
* DoDEA issued athletic uniforms and athletic practice attire outside of the DoDEA school dress code is permitted when worn by participants during athletic practices and sports events
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Contacts
| Name | Position Details | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Registrar | Registrar | +49 (0)611-143-545-2107 ext 7307 |
| School Secretary | School Secretary | +49 (0)611-143-545-2107 |
| Attendance | Attendance | +49 (0)611-143-545-2107 ext 7308 |
