📚 NWEA Testing is Next Week! 📚
We want every student to feel confident and ready to show what they know—so we can meet them where they are and help them grow. Here’s how you can help your child prepare and reach their academic goals:
✅ Get plenty of rest – A good night’s sleep boosts focus and memory.
✅ Arrive on time – A calm, unrushed start sets the tone for success.
✅ Offer encouragement – Remind your child that doing their best is what matters most.
✅ Review skills – Read together, practice math facts, and make learning part of everyday life all year long.
Together, we can help students do their best and shine! ✨
The first two days of school were a huge success! 🎉
Students connected with their teachers, rekindled friendships, set meaningful goals for the year, and explored their own personalities as well as their classmates’. With Vilas Grit, they’re ready to take on the year and hit individualized targets. We’re excited for all the learning ahead! 📚✨
First Day of School is August 13th with breakfast at 7:30am and the first bell at 7:55am.
Is your child under the age of 5 and not yet in kindergarten?
This free screening helps identify children who may benefit from early intervention or special education services.
Have questions? Call us 719-523-6738 or tanya@vilask12.org
We’re excited to welcome DeMarkus Swan to the Vilas School family as our new JH/HS History and Physical Education Teacher! Coach Swan will also be coaching with JH/HS boys Basketball Coach.
He brings energy, leadership, and a passion for both academics and athletics that we know will inspire our students on and off the court. We’re thrilled to have him join us this school year!
Hattie Swan is joining the Vilas School family as our new science teacher and bringing her energy and enthusiasm to the South Baca cheer team as our cheer coach! 📚📣
Hi everyone! My name is Hattie Swan — I’m a proud girl mom, wife, Disney lover, and longtime cheer enthusiast who’s super excited to be your coach. When I’m not on the sidelines, I’m usually with my family playing dress-up, making memories, and living life with lots of laughter and love. I can’t wait to cheer, grow, and have a blast with all of you this season! 💕📣✨
We’re so excited to have Hattie on board—get ready for a fantastic year filled with science, spirit, and smiles! 🙌
📣 Just a reminder! 📣
South Baca High School Cheer Tryouts are TOMORROW! 🙌💫
Bring your energy, school spirit, and best attitude—we can't wait to see you shine! ✨📣
#SouthBacaCheer #CheerTryouts #BringTheSpirit
☀️📚 Summer is winding down, and we're gearing up for a great school year at Vilas!
Join us for two fun events to kick things off:
🎉 End-of-Summer Pool Party
🗓 Tuesday, July 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Springfield Pool
We’ll provide hamburgers, hot dogs, and all the fixings—just bring a side dish to share! Friends and family are welcome. 🎈
📄 Enrollment packets will be available for pickup.
🍔 Back-to-School BBQ
🗓 Monday, August 11 | 5:30 PM
📍 Vilas School
Reconnect with teachers and classmates! Please bring a side dish. You can also turn in completed enrollment forms and school supplies.
📆 First Day of School: Wednesday, August 13
We’re excited to welcome everyone back for the 2025–2026 school year!
📲 Find enrollment forms and info here:
👉 https://www.vilask12.org/page/2025-2026-enrollment
Vilas School District is accepting applications for a Head Cook position. If you’re passionate about preparing nutritious meals and making a difference in the lives of students, we’d love to hear from you! Open until filled, equal opportunity employer.
📍 Position open until filled
📞 Contact: Abby Pettinger
📱 719-523-6738, 719-691-5433
📧 abby@vilask12.org
This summer has been an absolute blast! From making ice cream 🍦 and watching movies 🎬 to “tasting the rainbow” with fresh fruits 🌈, swimming 🏊♂️, and diving into robotics 🤖 — we’ve kept busy and had a ton of fun along the way. Here's to learning, laughter, and lots of summer memories! 💫
As summer comes to an end, come celebrate with us and kick off the new school year with a splash! 🎒💦
