Reflections Art Submissions due by October 18th!

We look forward to receiving your child’s creative entries and celebrating their talent through Reflections. All submissions need to be turned in by October 18th in the front office.

1.    Online Entry via Google Form:

To participate in the contest, parents are required to fill out the online Google Form for each student. If your child is submitting entries in multiple categories, please ensure that a separate form is completed for each category.

Access the Google Form Here 

2.    Paper Entry Form:

For artwork and photo submissions, we also require a paper entry form to be completed. This form should be attached to your child’s artwork or photos when submitting them. Paper entry forms will be available at the front office or by printing the form through this link: https://www.pta.org/docs/default-source/files/programs/reflections/reflections-2020-2021/fillable-form_local-leader.pdf

3.    All submissions are to be turned into the front office where there is a black art portfolio to place your submission inside by October 18th.  

Should you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to contact Cynthia Zhang at reflections.vistaverdepta@gmail.com

IPSF Giving Day – October 19th

Wherever you are on Thursday, October 19, we need your help to TURN IRVINE ORANGE! Whether at school or out in the community, be sure to wear orange to show your support for educational excellence in Irvine. This IPSF Giving Day we have even more reasons to raise awareness and funds to ensure that students have the resources and opportunities to thrive, wherever learning takes place!

Fifth Grade Girls & Guys Night!

The annual 5th Grade Girls & Guys Night event will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 5:30pm. All fifth grade students and their trusted adults are invited to attend this special evening, which will include a presentation on puberty by IUSD approved speakers. This year’s theme is “Tropical Beach Luau”, so come dressed in your best tropical attire and get ready to have some fun with games, raffles and dinner. The girls presentation will be held in the MPR and the boys presentation will be in the Media Center. Registration begins at 5:30pn, and the presentation will begin at 6:00pm. Registration is required. Please click here to register.

UHS Girls Soccer Youth Clinic

UHS PTSA and UHS Girls Soccer Program invite all 3rd grade to 6th grade elementary girls zoned for UHS to attend a Girls Youth Soccer Clinic on October 21st at University High School. All are welcome and no previous experience is required. Click here to register.

Red Robin Dine-out Fundraiser

Support the PTA and bring your family and friends to Red Robin on October 24th! Red Robin will give 20% of food sales back to the Vista Verde PTA. Valid for dine-in and take-out at the Red Robin located at 2667 Park Ave., Tustin, CA 92782 at The District. See you all there!

Red Ribbon Spirit Week

Mark your calendars for Red Ribbon Spirit Week, October 23 – 27. Show your school spirit and participate in the daily dress up days. There will also be a Virtual Parent Night on Thursday, October 26th from 6-7:30pm. with a presentation on “Parenting in Today’s Society, Keeping our Family and our Community Safe”. To register, click here.

Fifth Grade Girls & Guys Night!

The annual 5th Grade Girls & Guys Night event will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 5:30pm. All fifth grade students and their trusted adults are invited to attend this special evening, which will include a presentation on puberty by IUSD approved speakers. This year’s theme is “Tropical Beach Luau”, so come dressed in your best tropical attire and get ready to have some fun with games, raffles and dinner. The girls presentation will be held in the MPR and the boys presentation will be in the Media Center. Registration begins at 5:30pn, and the presentation will begin at 6:00pm. Registration is required. Please click here to register.

Reflections Art Submissions due by October 18th!

We look forward to receiving your child’s creative entries and celebrating their talent through Reflections. All submissions need to be turned in by October 18th in the front office. Please review the important guidelines and submission instructions below to ensure all the requirements are met. 

Guidelines – Students are allowed to submit in more than one catagories:

·       Literature – http://downloads.capta.org/ref/2022-23/literature-category-guidelines_reflections.pdf

·       Photography – http://downloads.capta.org/ref/2022-23/photography-category-guidelines_reflections.pdf

·       Visual Arts – http://downloads.capta.org/ref/2022-23/visual-arts-category-guidelines_reflections.pdf

Submissions – DUE BY OCTOBER 18th:

1.    Online Entry via Google Form:

To participate in the contest, parents are required to fill out the online Google Form for each student. If your child is submitting entries in multiple categories, please ensure that a separate form is completed for each category.

Access the Google Form Here 

2.    Paper Entry Form:

For artwork and photo submissions, we also require a paper entry form to be completed. This form should be attached to your child’s artwork or photos when submitting them. Paper entry forms will be available at the front office or by printing the form through this link: https://www.pta.org/docs/default-source/files/programs/reflections/reflections-2020-2021/fillable-form_local-leader.pdf

3.    All submissions are to be turned into the front office where there is a black art portfolio to place your submission inside by October 18th.  

Should you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to contact Cynthia Zhang at reflections.vistaverdepta@gmail.com

Irvine Disability Services Fall Programs

Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun!

Enjoy a spooktacular October with Disability Services! Trick-or-treat yourself to fun activities and programs at Sweet Shade including the annual Monster Bash where you’re sure to have a hauntingly good time. Browse a complete offering of Disability Services programs at yourirvine.org. For questions, call 949-724-6637.

Last day to order Spirit Wear!!!

LAST CALL for Spirit Wear!!! Today is the final day to place your orders. Visit the online apparel store at www.vistaverdepta.or/store.