ATLAS Summative Testing Dates

Our 2nd grade students take their spring summative assessments during the first week in May.

Testing Schedule:

• 2nd Grade

  • May 4–5: Reading

  • May 6: Math

Important Reminders:

• Please make every effort to ensure your child is at school on their testing days.

• Students should arrive on time, as testing begins promptly and late arrivals may miss important directions.

• Being present and on time helps students feel prepared, confident, and ready to do their best.

Thank you for supporting your child during this important time!

Hello Parents!

Summer is almost here. Can you believe it? It has been an absolute joy looking after your students. I wish them a healthy and safe summer with lots of outdoor fun full of sunshine, sunscreen, hydration, and memories. Please remember that if your student has medication in the nurse's office, that it must be picked up by 3pm on our last day of school (May 27th) or it will be destroyed. If your student will need medication or a health care plan for next year, please get your appointments arranged so that a new plan and/or order is completed by their doctor before school starts. If you have any questions on what you may need, please do not hesitate to contact me. My email is bclupny@bentonvillek12.org. Happy Summer to you and your family!

We need your help to make this last month of school the best one yet! If you have questions email vaughnptopresident@gmail.com

5/1 Eagles Nest 7:05-7:25am

Our Eagles Nest Store happens the first Friday of every month and is a favorite event for the kids. Kids are allowed to purchase items that range from .25 to $5 in the cafeteria and fourth grade hall between 7:05-7:25.  This is a cash only event and it is best to send your child’s money in an envelope or baggie with their name and amount on it. If you want your child to bring home change please write that on there too! We need a few more volunteers for this event please click here to sign up. 

5/4-5/8 Teacher Appreciation Week

We can’t wait to shower our teachers and staff with appreciation during this fun week. Below are suggestions of ways your family can contribute.  

Click here to see all your teacher’s favorite things!

Monday: Bring your teacher their favorite snack, drink or flowers.  

Tuesday: Wear your teacher’s favorite color.

Wednesday: Write your teacher a letter about what you love about them- can be from students, parents, or both! (Don’t forget about the Crumbl spirit night, great for sending a cookie to school tomorrow!)

Thursday: Bring your teacher a sweet treat! 

Friday: Bring in an illustration of you and your teacher or bring them something they love!

5/6 5pm-8pm Crumbl Spirit Night

Stop by Crumbl Cookies to Support VES PTO.  Mention Vaughn PTO on your order and 15% of your sales are donated to the PTO!

5/11 PTO Meeting 8:30-9:00 am

We hold our meetings in the cafeteria, but also have a virtual option to join, click here.

5/19 Pizza Hut Spirit Event ALL DAY

Use Fundraiser Code U4 at check out when ordering at www.pizzahut.com and they will donate 20% to VES PTO. Our event takes place all day at the Centerton location (306 E Centerton Blvd).

5/19 4pm Popsicles In the Park

This summer the PTO is hosting a few fun meet ups that we are calling Popsicles in the Park. This is the perfect way for kids and parents to meet new friends and stay in touch with old friends.

These events will kick off 5/19 at 4pm at McKissic Spring Station Park (301 Allen Rd in Centerton).  Follow VES PTO on Facebook and Instagram for more dates throughout the summer!

5/20 4th Grade Celebration

The PTO is introducing a new event this year, a 4th grade celebration that will take place from 11:30-12:45 in the bus loop where kids will enjoy a sweet treat, receive a special t-shirt gift from the PTO, play yard games, and have a dance party. Parents and teachers will then continue the VES tradition of clapping students out from 12:45-1:00.  We hope you are able to join us!

5/22 Field Day

This year field day will consist of grades rotating through outside game stations, and watching a movie in the cafeteria. We need your help to make this a great day for our kids. We will need volunteers and will send that out in another email closer to time.

The PTO will be selling chips and candy during the movie. This is a cash only event and it is best to send your child’s money in an envelope or baggie with their name and amount on it. If you want your child to bring home change please write that on there too! 

Second Grade

Second grade has been hard at work diving into our study of the human body systems! After learning about how the different systems function and work together, students had the exciting opportunity to participate in a special “Surgery Day.”

During this hands-on experience, students collaborated with participants from the Ignite Health Program, who helped guide and support them as they demonstrated their understanding. It was a fun and engaging way for students to apply what they’ve learned in a real-world context, and they did an incredible job showcasing their knowledge!

First Grade

First graders took a field trip to the Walton Arts Center to watch a performance of Billy Goats Gruff and Other Stories. The students enjoyed the show and bus ride! 

Kindergarten

Kindergarten students had a wonderful time celebrating their CKLA Knowledge end-of-unit review with hands-on activities focused on Colonial America! Students rotated through engaging stations led by our kindergarten teachers, bringing colonial jobs and daily life to life. They explored the work of a baker by rolling playdough dough, churned butter while learning about dairy farmers, used construction paper to practice weaving, developed sewing and fine motor skills while learning about the work of a seamstress and tailor, made leather key chains inspired by blacksmiths, and built as carpenters using Lincoln Logs and other building supplies. These interactive experiences helped students review their learning in meaningful, memorable ways while having lots of fun. We are so proud of their enthusiasm, teamwork, and excitement during this special day of learning!  

Schoolhouse Pantry Grocery Assistance Program

Through the counseling department we offer customizable food boxes for families in need of food support, in partnership with the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank and their Order Ahead program. If you are in need, please complete the Bentonville School Pantry Registration Form. You will then receive a text or email with a link to set up your account. Once your login is created, you can place an order each month and choose the foods you'd like to receive. You will be able to pick up your order on a specific date once a month at Vaughn. Mrs. Snow will send out those dates when you register and place an order. If you need help placing an order, contact: Amanda Kelly | akelly@bentonvillek12.org   | 479-367-8076