Code Ninjas  – Virtual Drop-In & Summer Camp Specials

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Code Ninjas is announcing the availability of Virtual 1:1 coding sessions and a 50% bonus on the curriculum hours you earn while the center is closed. Code Ninjas offers a progressive curriculum that uses video game development to teach kids, 4 to 14 years old, key programming concepts.  They also offer coding, robotics, Minecraft, Roblox and drone camps.

If you’re interested in learning more about their programs or bonus specials, please email irvineca@codeninjas.com.

They are also offering a limited quantity of Early Bird Summer Camp specials ($250 for a half-day weekly camp regularly priced at $325).

 

Vista Verde’s Got Talent – Attention Ticket Holders

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Due to current circumstances, Vista Verde’s Got Talent has been cancelled for this year.  We’re still exploring other options to bring all the fabulous talent and hard work of the performers to the school but a live performance will not take place this year.  If you have purchased tickets for the show, you will receive a refund from PayPal with an email confirmation by the end of the month.  If you have any questions, please contact VistaVerdeTalentShow@gmail.com.  Thank you for your support and stay well.

8th Grade Promotion- Everything you need to know!

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With the deadline looming for 8th Grade Promotion Packets, we wanted to provide an update since there is so much information, misinformation, and confusion circulating.
 
At this time, the only officially cancelled events for VV include the gatherings, etc. from now through Spring Break, which were detailed in Mr. Vlasic’s most recent email.  Future activities are pending, as the school and district continue to monitor the situation.
 
8th Grade Promotion activities scheduled for between May 29th and June 5th are still being planned at this time.  Student registration packets and payments continue to be due by April 1st (but recommended to be returned before next Friday to avoid Spring Break and other possible school schedule delays).  In order for the promotion committee to be fully prepared it is crucial that we receive all student registration packets as soon as possible.
 
If anything changes between now and the end of May resulting in a cancellation or change of events, we will be sure to notify all families. In the case of cancellation, pre-paid funds will be refunded.
 
If you have any questions or concerns please email vistaverde8thgradepromotion@gmail.com
Eighth grade promotion is right around the corner!  In keeping with established tradition, we will celebrate the Class of 2020 with a series of events between May 29 and June 5th.  While registration forms have a due date of April 1st, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that all students submit their packets/payment by March 20th to avoid any spring break-related delays.
 
This year, all promotion information is available online on our website, as well as the ability to fill out pdf forms and pay online. We are thrilled with this new upgrade in convenience and communication.
For more information, online registration and payment options, please visit
For any questions, please send a message to

Support the PTA by dining at Lemonade- Mar 13th

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POSTPONED – Gorjana Shopping Event 
Lemonade still Happening
The Gorjana Fundraiser has been postponed but you can still support the PTA by dining at Lemonade.  
What are you doing after a minimum school day on Friday? Join us for some shopping fun and healthy dining! Come out and support your PTA and the community. Hope to see you there!

CANCELED-PTA General Assembly Mtg – March 17th at 8:40am in MPR

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Voting for new PTA officers will happen at a later date.
In accordance with IUSD guidelines, the PTA General Assembly meeting has been canceled.
Join us for coffee and bagels and some PTA business on Tuesday, Mar 17th right after drop-off.
PTA Executive Board Slate – 2020/2021 School Year
Co-Presidents: Annie Diep & Cindy Huang
EVP: Megan Ormando
Secretary: Mandi Farboudmanesh
Treasurer: Donna Taggart
Financial Secretary: Jamie Duerr
Auditor: Fariba Eftekhar
Historian: Mara Brandes
Parliamentarian: Kimberly Murry
VP Ways & Means:  Open
VP Programs: Natalie Lopez
VP Communications: Renin Varnali
VP Membership: Nicky Colley
VP Volunteers: Dana Illman

CANCELED-Rubik’s Cube Club Final Challenge – March 17th

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In accordance with IUSD guidelines, the Rubik’s Cube Club Challenge has been canceled.
Due to popular demand, the Rubik’s Cube Club will have one final mosaic challenge on Tuesday, March 17th.  All Vista Verde students are welcome to join and parents are encouraged to come and view the final challenge at 4:30pm.  See attached flyer for more details.

Hoops Classic Update

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We regret to inform you that the 2020 Hoops Classic basketball tournament has been postponed to a later date in the school year. Due to developments related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we are following and implementing the newly-issued guidelines from Governor Newsom and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to postpone large gatherings that include 250 people. The health and safety of our players, parents and staff is our top priority.

With this being a rapidly-evolving situation, a new date for the Hoops Classic hasn’t been officially set yet, but the event has not been cancelled. Our plan at this time is to reschedule it for a weekend in May.

Support the PTA With A Fun Afternoon of Shopping at Gorjana Jewelry- Mar 13th

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What are you doing after a minimum school day on Friday? Join us for some shopping fun and healthy dining! Come out and support your PTA and the community. Hope to see you there!

PTA General Assembly Mtg – March 17th at 8:40am in MPR

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Join us for coffee and bagels and some PTA business on Tuesday, Mar 17th right after drop-off.
PTA Executive Board Slate – 2020/2021 School Year
Co-Presidents: Annie Diep & Cindy Huang
EVP: Megan Ormando
Secretary: Mandi Farboudmanesh
Treasurer: Donna Taggart
Financial Secretary: Jamie Duerr
Auditor: Fariba Eftekhar
Historian: Mara Brandes
Parliamentarian: Kimberly Murry
VP Ways & Means:  Open
VP Programs: Natalie Lopez
VP Communications: Renin Varnali
VP Membership: Nicky Colley
VP Volunteers: Dana Illman

Rubik’s Cube Club Final Challenge – March 17th

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Due to popular demand, the Rubik’s Cube Club will have one final mosaic challenge on Tuesday, March 17th.  All Vista Verde students are welcome to join and parents are encouraged to come and view the final challenge at 4:30pm.  See attached flyer for more details.