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📣 Parent/Teacher Conferences are Friday, Sept. 26, 1–6pm. No appointment needed! This is a great opportunity to connect with teachers, celebrate progress, and work together in support of your student’s success. 💙🤍 Parents/guardians who attend are also invited to enjoy a pulled pork dinner provided by the Senior Class—on us! 🍽️
📍 See You at the Pole
Join us Thursday morning as students, staff, and community gather around the flagpole to pray for our school, community, and nation. 🌎🙏
All are welcome! 💙🤍
Join us Thursday morning as students, staff, and community gather around the flagpole to pray for our school, community, and nation. 🌎🙏
All are welcome! 💙🤍
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📣 We’re excited to share that Vilas School District is participating in S-CAP (Student-Centered Accountability Program)!
S-CAP provides a strong accountability and feedback process that helps districts like ours ensure alignment with whole child education and set meaningful goals for the future.
As part of the process, educators from other districts spent the day with us collecting data from conducting classroom observations, focus groups, and reviewing documents.
🙏 A huge thank you to our students, staff, families, and reviewers for your input and involvement during our first System Support Review (SSR). Your voices help us continue to grow and provide the very best for our students! 💙💛
S-CAP provides a strong accountability and feedback process that helps districts like ours ensure alignment with whole child education and set meaningful goals for the future.
As part of the process, educators from other districts spent the day with us collecting data from conducting classroom observations, focus groups, and reviewing documents.
🙏 A huge thank you to our students, staff, families, and reviewers for your input and involvement during our first System Support Review (SSR). Your voices help us continue to grow and provide the very best for our students! 💙💛
🎥🏀 Our Sports Media class is back at it! They’re covering their second game with live-streaming coverage.
Big thanks to these students for stepping up and giving our community a front-row seat no matter where you are. 👏📲
Tune in and cheer on our athletes from anywhere!
https://www.youtube.com/live/7IhJ39znF18?si=WRXGQD59fWx6tASg
🚀✨ Getting started with LEGO League!
Our students are diving into hands-on building, problem-solving, and teamwork as they prepare for this year’s challenges. 🧩🤖
Stay tuned for more updates as their creativity takes shape and they enter competitions! 💡
Our students are diving into hands-on building, problem-solving, and teamwork as they prepare for this year’s challenges. 🧩🤖
Stay tuned for more updates as their creativity takes shape and they enter competitions! 💡
🌟 Big News for Baca County! 🌟
We are proud to share that two outstanding students from Baca County have been selected to serve on the Colorado Youth Advisory Council (COYAC) this year! 🎉
✨ Anabelle Pettinger – Vilas School District
✨ Parker Arbuthnot – Springfield School District
COYAC is a statewide program that gives Colorado teens (ages 14–19) a powerful voice in the state lawmaking process. Created by the Colorado Legislature in 2008 (House Bill 08-1157, sponsored by Rep. Ellen Roberts, HD59-Durango), COYAC allows youth to advise legislators on issues important to young people and their communities.
Through this council, students build leadership skills and civic engagement while helping shape policies that impact the future of Colorado. Learn more here: 👉 coyac.org
These two students completed a rigorous application process to earn the honor of representing Senate District 35. Their selection is a true testament to the incredible educational opportunities in our rural Baca County districts.
We couldn’t be prouder of Anabelle and Parker for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to making a difference! 💙✨
We are proud to share that two outstanding students from Baca County have been selected to serve on the Colorado Youth Advisory Council (COYAC) this year! 🎉
✨ Anabelle Pettinger – Vilas School District
✨ Parker Arbuthnot – Springfield School District
COYAC is a statewide program that gives Colorado teens (ages 14–19) a powerful voice in the state lawmaking process. Created by the Colorado Legislature in 2008 (House Bill 08-1157, sponsored by Rep. Ellen Roberts, HD59-Durango), COYAC allows youth to advise legislators on issues important to young people and their communities.
Through this council, students build leadership skills and civic engagement while helping shape policies that impact the future of Colorado. Learn more here: 👉 coyac.org
These two students completed a rigorous application process to earn the honor of representing Senate District 35. Their selection is a true testament to the incredible educational opportunities in our rural Baca County districts.
We couldn’t be prouder of Anabelle and Parker for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to making a difference! 💙✨
Today our K–1 scientists explored the properties of rocks! 🪨🔍
Students observed different types of rocks and described their color, size, texture, and hardness. They even compared them through a fun “rock mining” activity. Hands-on learning makes science come alive! ✨
Students observed different types of rocks and described their color, size, texture, and hardness. They even compared them through a fun “rock mining” activity. Hands-on learning makes science come alive! ✨
📚 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! 📚✨
August yummy breakfast and lunch menu!
Vilas Days is right around the corner! Join VSD and the Vilas community for a day full of fellowship, laughter, and lasting memories.
Looking forward to kicking off a great school year with our Back to School Potluck BBQ on Monday August 11th at 5:30pm!
First Day of School is August 13th with breakfast at 7:30am and the first bell at 7:55am.
First Day of School is August 13th with breakfast at 7:30am and the first bell at 7:55am.
UPDATED TIME: Child Find is Monday 2:30-4PM. No appointment needed. We can't wait to see the little ones!
🧒 Child Find This Monday – No Appointment Needed! 📚
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
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
📣 Welcome to the Team, Mr. Swan! 🏀📚
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!
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!
Good news! We’ve rescheduled the End of Summer Pool Party to Friday, July 25th from 6–9 PM at the Walsh Swimming Pool.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked through the changes. We look forward to seeing you there for a fun evening to close out the summer!
Due to unforeseen circumstances at the Springfield Pool, we regret to inform you that tonight’s party has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience and will do our best to reschedule if possible. Thank you for your understanding.
🎉 End-of-Summer Pool Party
🗓 Tonight, 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.
