Viking View

9/8 to 9/12

All Things Hero

Arrival & Dismissal Procedures/Map

Assessment & Grading Guide

Athletic Seasons Schedule

Bell Schedule

Dress Code

PRIDE Expectations

School Supply List

Personal Device Ban (SB 1481)

FISD Chromebook Handbook

FISD Student Calendar

FISD Student Handbooks

Mission: Positively impact and advance each student every day.

Vision: Foster one's greatest potential.

Students in Mrs. Seidl's 8th grade ILA class were researching a college, university, or trade school of their choice and summarizing their findings in a presentation. This activity allowed them to strengthen their research skills by locating and using reliable sources and correctly citing them. In addition, students will reinforce their presentation skills during next week’s presentations. These experiences directly align with Vandeventer Middle School’s mission to positively impact and advance each student every day by equipping them with academic and communication skills that will support their future goals and greatest potential.

During Viking Time, Mrs. Madler led a silent reading enrichment activity that gave students dedicated time to enjoy books of their choice while building focus, comprehension, and a love for reading. This activity reflects our vision at Vandeventer Middle School to foster each student’s greatest potential by encouraging independent growth and curiosity. It also supports our mission to positively impact and advance each student every day, as literacy is the foundation for academic success, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.

During Mrs. Colvins' s Viking Time, students had a fun and engaging experience practicing cursive writing by stepping into a “royal” setting—wearing fancy crowns and sipping from teacups while perfecting their handwriting. This creative approach not only made learning memorable, but also reflected our vision at Vandeventer Middle School to foster each student’s greatest potential by inspiring curiosity, building confidence, and turning everyday skills into meaningful, enjoyable experiences.

Week-at-a-Glance

Monday, September 8 (8 Period Day)

College Week Begins

Your Future Starts Here: Wear Viking Attire!

Advisory @ 1:31 p.m. - 2:13 p.m.

Theatre Art Rehearsal @ 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. (Café)

8FB VMS vs. Trent MS @ Lone Star High School

5:30 p.m.|7 p.m.

Tuesday, September 9 (8 Period Day)

College Week

College is a Place I Belong: Wear House Colors!

Viking Time @ 1:31 p.m. - 2:13 p.m. (ILA Priority)

Theatre Arts Rehearsal @ 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. (Café)

7FB VMS vs. Trent MS @ Lone Star HS

5:30 p.m.|7 p.m.

Wednesday, September 10 (Block Day 1,3,5,7)

College Week

Get Creative w/ Your Future: Wear Crazy Socks!

Band Fundraiser Begins

Viking Time @ 1:31 p.m. - 2:13 p.m. (Science Priority)

8VB VMS vs. Nelson MS

5:30 p.m.|6:30 p.m.|7:30 p.m.

Thursday, September 11 (Block Day 2,4,6,8)

College Week

Show Your College Spirit: Wear College Attire or a College Hat!

9/11 Remembrance

Cheer Practice @ 7 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. (Gym)

GT Testing @ 8:25 a.m. - TBD (Library)

Viking Time @ 1:31 p.m. - 2:13 p.m. (Math Priority)

Theatre Arts Rehearsal @ 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. (Café)

7VB VMS vs. Nelson MS

5:30 p.m.|6:30 p.m.|7:30 p.m.

Friday, September 12 (8 Period Day)

College Week Ends

Dream Until Your Dreams Come True: Wear PJs!

Viking Time @ 1:31 p.m. - 2:13 p.m. (History Priority)

Theatre Art Rehearsal @ 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. (Café)

Action Items:

For Bus Information: My Ride K-12
Meet Our Staff
Check out the buttons above for links to important information.
VMS 25-26 Yearbook - Don't Delay, Buy Today! Click HERE

Coming Soon

September

15-Oct 15 Hispanic Heritage Month

15 Football Portraits

15 Cheer Portraits

15 Tennis Portraits

15-19 Dance Tickets on Sale @ Lunch

15 Tribe Meeting (During Advisory Time)

15 Theatre Arts Rehearsal

15 8FB Fowler MS vs. VMS

16 7FB Fowler MS vs. VMS

17 8VB VMS vs. Stafford MS

18 Cheer Practice

18 Theatre Arts Rehearsal

18 7VB VMS vs. Stafford MS

18 Band, Orchestra, Choir (Main Event)

19 Cheer Practice

19 Back to School Bash

Administrative Information

Viking Families,

As we begin this school year, I want to share an important update about attendance and grading expectations. Unlike in recent years, student grades and assessments will now be collected through the very last week of school. Every instructional day matters, and it is essential that students are present and engaged until the final day of the school year.

We know families often plan trips in advance, but please schedule travel after the last day of school. Missing these last instructional days can affect a student’s learning and may have a direct impact on their final grades.

Access the academic calendar and view our grading practices on the Campus Assessment and Grading link on our campus website. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure students finish the year strong.

We’re looking forward to a great year of learning together!

Stephanie Taylor, Principal

Senate Bill 12: Requires Routine Health Service Consent Form

Complete the Routine Health Services Consent Form by Sept. 1, 2025

Complete el Formulario de consentimiento para servicios de salud rutinarios antes del 1 de septiembre de 2025.

Learn more about Senate Bill 12 and Routine Health Services

Obtenga más información sobre el Proyecto de Ley del Senado 12 y los servicios de salud rutinarios.

New legislation requires every Frisco ISD student to have a consent form on file by September 1 to receive services from nurses, counselors or trainers. 🩺 Learn more about SB12 and fill out the form by visiting friscoisd.org/sb12health

La nueva legislación requiere que cada estudiante de Frisco ISD tenga un formulario de consentimiento archivado antes del 1 de septiembre para recibir servicios de enfermeras, consejeros o entrenadores. 🩺 Aprenda más sobre SB12: friscoisd.org/sb12health

📵 No Personal Devices at School

Starting Aug. 13, 2025, and in line with Texas House Bill 1481, Frisco ISD students can’t use personal devices — cellphones, smartwatches, tablets, personal laptops, earbuds and more — during the school day, even at lunch or between classes.

What to know: Students should leave devices at home when possible. If they bring them, devices must stay off and in backpacks from bell to bell. Devices seen, heard or used will be confiscated. All secondary students have a Chromebook to use for schoolwork.

Staying in touch: Students won’t be able to text or call you, so call the school office if you need to reach them. Staff will deliver urgent messages, and students can check email on their Chromebook. Please keep your contact info updated and try to plan appointments or pickups in advance.

More details & FAQs

Ten Commandments

Due to the Texas Senate Bill 10, Frisco ISD is required to display the Ten Commandments in every instructional classroom. The law specifies the wording and size of the posters. Teachers will not be teaching or discussing the Ten Commandments. The posters are for display only and are not part of the curriculum. Read more about new Texas laws and changes for Frisco ISD students.

Crosswalk Safety

Keeping students safe on their journey to and from school takes all members of the community working together. Please watch this video with your student and discuss the critical role of the driver and the pedestrian in ensuring all students travel safely through the community.

All PRIDE expectations are linked above.

FISD Takes All Threats Seriously

When students make a threat to a campus, even via social media, the District and campus move quickly to address them. Watch Frisco Police discuss why words matter.

Parents are encouraged to remind children that while they may be “joking” about having a weapon or threatening harm to a school campus, the punishment by law is, at minimum, a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $4,000 and up to a year in jail. The punishment can be as severe as a third-degree felony, punishable by up to $10,000 and two to 10 years in prison.

Frisco ISD supports the Frisco Police Department's full prosecution of any individual who threatens harm to our students, staff, and campuses.

Athletic Information

Football Schedule (Click Here)

Boys Athletics (Football)

Offensive Coordinator - Coach Sims

Quarterbacks - Coach Sims

Offensive Line - Coach Swanberg | Coach Howe

Running Backs - Coach Henderson

Wide Receivers - Coach Williams

Defensive Coordinator - Coach Swanberg | Coach Williams

Defensive Line - Coach Swanberg

Defensive Backs - Coach Williams | Coach Henderson

Linebackers - Coach Howe

Boys Athletics (Basketball)

7th Grade A Team - Coach Henderson

7th Grade B/C Teams - Coach Henderson | Coach Howe

8th Grade A Team - Coach Williams

8th Grade B/C Team - Coach Williams | Coach Swanberg

Boys Athletics (Cross Country/Track)

Cross Country - Coach Sims

Track - Coach Howe | Coach Henderson | Coach Swanberg |Coach Williams

Boys Athletics (Soccer)

7th Grade - Coach Swanberg | Coach Henderson

8th Grade - Coach Swanberg | Coach Henderson

Volleyball Schedule (Click Here)

Girls Athletics (Volleyball)

7th Grade A Team - Coach Near

7th Grade B/C Teams - Coach Garcia

8th Grade A Team - Coach Oberst

8th Grade B/C Team - Coach Gribble

Girls Athletics (Basketball)

7th Grade A Team - Coach Near

7th Grade B/C Teams - Coach Gribble

8th Grade A Team - Coach Park

8th Grade B/C Team - Coach Oberst

Girls Athletics (Cross Country/Track)

Cross Country - Coach Gribble

Track - Coach Park | Coach Near | Coach Oberst | Coach Garcia

Girls Athletics (Soccer)

7th Grade - Coach Garcia

8th Grade - Coach Near

THE FRISCO WAY
A character-building lesson designed to grow our athletes into leaders.

Motto: CHAMPS LEAD THE WAY

With respect for others, control of self, and the spirit of competition

Building character. Growing leaders. That’s the goal.

Our Focus:

Set clear expectations rooted in The Texas Way
Create consistency across all FISD campuses
Use a standardized form to simplify documentation

This week's focus for our athletes is Integrity: The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.

Out inspirational quote for the week:

"Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest." Mark Twain

Counselor Updates

Library News

Miscellaneous Information

Carpool Procedures

Use All Lanes to Enter Carpool: Utilize ALL lanes when entering the carpool line. Begin merging at the tennis courts using the ZIPPER method (TAKING TURNS MERGING INTO ONE LANE) to keep traffic flowing smoothly. Do not drive around to the cones expecting to merge at the last minute, as this is frustrating for other drivers and disrupts the process.
Arrive Early: Allow extra time for drop-off during inclement weather. Our doors open at 7:45 a.m., and arriving earlier can help avoid the busiest times, which tend to be between 8:05 and 8:25 a.m.
Drop Off at Café Entrance: All students arriving by car should enter at the carpool entrance and be dropped off on the north side of the building outside the cafeteria entrance. No drops offs in the outer lanes of traffic. Student drop-off in front of the building is strictly prohibited between 7:45 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
Procedure: Pull all the forward to ensure we maximize the number of vehicles that can drop off at each interval.
No Parking for Drop-Off: Please refrain from using parking spaces for drop-off to avoid disrupting the flow.
Prompt Exit: Once your child exits, please proceed promptly to help keep traffic moving.
Drive Safely: Stay off your phone, avoid aggressive driving, cutting off other vehicles, or speeding. Violations will be reported to the School Resource Officer (SRO).

Why Attendance Matters

Here are three key reasons why student attendance is crucial:

Academic Achievement: Regular attendance keeps students on track with lessons and assignments, leading to better understanding and improved grades.
Skill Development: Consistent attendance builds essential skills like reading, writing, and problem-solving, which are vital for long-term success.
Socialization: Regular school attendance allows students to interact with peers, fostering important social skills such as teamwork, communication, and empathy.

Frisco ISD is committed to our students' success and looks forward to seeing everyone at school every day!

As outlined in the FISD Student Handbook (page 40): A parent must provide an explanation for any absence upon the student’s arrival or return to school. The student will be allowed three (3) days to submit a written note excusing an absence (an email is acceptable as a note). Up to 8 days per year (4 per semester) may be excused by a parent note.

Please remember that:

Parents may use up to 4 notes per semester (8 per year).
Notes cannot be banked or carried over from one semester to the next.
This is the policy campuses are following districtwide to ensure consistency across all campuses.

Student Check Out

As a reminder, we do not release students between 3:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. If you need to check out your student early, please do so before 3:30 p.m. Regular carpool expectations apply for students being pick up after 3:30 p.m. Parents may not pick up students from the front parking lot from 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Meals

Our campus cafés are ready to serve students fresh, balanced meals every school day. To help cover rising food and labor costs, meal prices have increased slightly this year — breakfast is now $2.50, and lunch is $4 for middle and high school students. Families with qualifying household incomes are encouraged to apply for free or reduced-price meals. Visit www.schoolcafe.com/FriscoISD to create an account, view menus, make payments, apply for meal benefits, and set purchase restrictions. Please check your student’s meal account and add funds if needed.

Lunch Visitations

Parents/guardians will be allowed to eat lunch with their student(s) after the Labor Day weekend (Sept. 3). Below are the guidelines:

24 hour notice required
complete this form to schedule a lunch visitation
bring food for your student(s) only; food sharing is not allowed
check-in at the front office to receive a visitor badge
photo identification required to receive a visitor badge

Item Drop Offs

If you need to drop off something for your student, you will need to check in at the front office. To minimize classroom disruptions, we will only deliver urgent messages, glasses, house keys, and money to students during instructional time. All other items will be left on the shelf on the front office. Parents will be responsible for emailing their student that the item has been left in the front office for pick-up.

Background Checks

FISD Board Policy requires each volunteer, chaperone, and mentor to undergo a background check annually before working with students. To work with students on campus, you must create a VOLY account by visiting https://friscoisd.voly.org.

Emergency Alerts

Frisco ISD utilizes a text messaging service on a limited basis to communicate timely information such as school closures/delays or campus emergencies. Opt-in by texting “Y” or “Yes” to 67587. This system is maintained separately from Remind, which some teachers and coaches use to text message students and parents.

Senior Gold Card

Frisco ISD’s Gold Card gives seniors age 60+ free admission to most home athletic and fine arts events for 2025–26. Residents within FISD can get a free card at the Administration Building or Athletics Office (7210 Stadium Lane). Non-residents must purchase theirs for $35 (credit/debit only) at the Athletics Office. Bring photo ID with your address, cards are available starting August 4.

Buy Tickets or Stream

All tickets to athletic events hosted at FISD venues (including Ford Center and Toyota Stadium) must be purchased online. No tickets are available at the front entrances, but tickets can be purchased up through game time using the ticketing website. Visit tickets.friscoisd.org to purchase season passes and individual tickets. During the 2023-24 school year, FISD fans will be able to watch live streams and view live scores of most sporting events held at FISD athletic facilities at FriscoSportsLive.com. Learn more about the subscription and streams.

Nurse Notes

Beginning of the Year Medication Drop Off

For questions, please contact the school nurse.

School Nurse: Heidi Teeling, RN, BSN

Phone Number: 469-633-4358

Email: teelingh@friscoisd.org

PTA News

Technology Information

What's Happening?

VMS Yearbooks are on Sale now! Get your yearbook for the lowest price of the year, $30. Anyone who purchases a yearbook with personalization by Friday, September 12 will receive 4 free icons. You can buy your VMS Yearbook on our school homepage by clicking on the BUY YEARBOOK TAB and follow the instructions. Click HERE.

Who's Who at Vandeventer

Stephanie Taylor, Principal

Ms. Taylor began her career in education in 1997 with Irving ISD after receiving her bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Dallas. After several years as a teacher and coach, she obtained her master’s degree in Educational Administration from the University of North Texas and continued in Irving as a middle school assistant principal. In 2006, she transitioned to Dallas ISD where she worked in various leadership roles until moving to the Frisco area. The 2024-2025 school-year marks Ms. Taylor's seventh year as the Vandeventer Middle School principal.

taylorste@friscoisd.org

469-633-4350