FIFTH GRADE GUYS AND GIRLS TALK

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The PTA is proud to sponsor the annual fifth grade guys and girls talk held on January 29 in the MPR and library at Vista Verde. This program is optional to attend, and we follow the district guidelines with IUSD speakers who discuss age-appropriate topics like hygiene and general health. Through various community and PTA donations, we are pleased to offer a light dinner ant 5:30 and refreshments along with take home bags for the students after the event. The girls will have their presentation in the MPR starting at 6 PM, and the boys will have their presentation in the library.  Please click on the link to register one adult per student or use the QR code on the flyer.

MATH COMPETITIONS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL

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Hi VV mathletes!

Calling our Middle school (grades 6-8) mathletes— there are 2 big math events coming up:
First, we will be holding tryouts for the Mathcounts math team.  Tryouts will be next Wednesday 1/14 after school in Mrs. Jones classroom.
Mathcounts is a one day countywide math competition at UCI on Saturday 1/31.  Middle school students eligible only.  Come and try out for our Vista Verde team!
Here is the link to signup for the tryout:
Second, we also have AMC8 (nationwide math competition) being offered to our middle school students.  AEFA and our PTA is generously sponsoring our students’ registration.  Mrs. Jones will be proctoring the exam in her classroom after school on 1/28.
**ALL students who plan to take AMC8 must sign up with us prior to the exam in order to be registered and receive a password. They must bring their ID signup and password on the day of the test.  No walk-ins allowed.
Here is the link to signup to take AMC8 exam:
If you want to do both, you must signup separately on both forms.
Best,
AEFA math

IRVINE JUNIOR GAMES

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Please direct your 4th-8th grade families to register online at www.IrvineJuniorGames.com.  Registration is only done online and is $45 per athlete if they register in January; it will go up to $55 on February 1st and will close by March 1st.

 

Kpop and Hip Hop Dance Party

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Get ready for glowing lights, awesome beats and an afternoon full of dancing and fun!!

Jan 15th , 5pm – 7pm

Kpop and Hip Hop Dance Party

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Get ready for glowing lights, awesome beats and an afternoon full of dancing and fun!!

Jan 15th , 5pm – 7pm

ACE IPSF WINTER SESSION

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Looking for activities to keep your child engaged and learning while having fun after the school day? The next session of IPSF’s ACE program is coming soon, offering our students hands-on opportunities to explore interests and discover new passions. Classes are held in-person, directly after school on our campus beginning January 26, 2026. Click here for more information.
 
Registration Dates: December 11 – January 13
Session Dates: January 26 – March 13
 
Secure your spots early and sign up to be a class monitor!  Email acevistaverde@ipsf.net if you would like to volunteer.  Volunteer ACE Monitors also receive discounted tuition on ACE classes.  

GLOW FROM WITHIN PROGRAM

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Enrollment is now open for our next session of Glow From Within, a 5-week, hands-on program created to help girls build confidence, strengthen emotional intelligence, communicate clearly, and navigate friendships with courage and kindness.
This program gives girls practical tools they can use every day at school and at home, all within a warm, supportive environment where they feel seen, heard, and valued.
Program Details
Who: Girls in Grades 1–5
Where: Vista Verde – 5th Grade Classroom (Ms. Gornbein)
When: Wednesdays, 1:30–2:30 PM
Start Date: January 7th
Duration: 5 weeks (one session per week)
Each week, the girls will take part in empowering discussions, confidence-building games, and interactive activities using the HerTruSelf Toolkit. This toolkit helps them recognize their emotions, practice positive self-talk, build healthy friendships, and learn how to stand up for themselves with kindness and clarity.

WINTER SPIRIT WEEK

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SPIRIT WEEK DEC 15TH – 19TH

GLOW FROM WITHIN PROGRAM

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Enrollment is now open for our next session of Glow From Within, a 5-week, hands-on program created to help girls build confidence, strengthen emotional intelligence, communicate clearly, and navigate friendships with courage and kindness.
This program gives girls practical tools they can use every day at school and at home, all within a warm, supportive environment where they feel seen, heard, and valued.
Program Details
Who: Girls in Grades 1–5
Where: Vista Verde – 5th Grade Classroom (Ms. Gornbein)
When: Wednesdays, 1:30–2:30 PM
Start Date: January 7th
Duration: 5 weeks (one session per week)
Each week, the girls will take part in empowering discussions, confidence-building games, and interactive activities using the HerTruSelf Toolkit. This toolkit helps them recognize their emotions, practice positive self-talk, build healthy friendships, and learn how to stand up for themselves with kindness and clarity.

ACE IPSF WINTER SESSION

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Looking for activities to keep your child engaged and learning while having fun after the school day? The next session of IPSF’s ACE program is coming soon, offering our students hands-on opportunities to explore interests and discover new passions. Classes are held in-person, directly after school on our campus beginning January 26, 2026. Click here for more information.
 
Registration Dates: December 11 – January 13
Session Dates: January 26 – March 13
 
Secure your spots early and sign up to be a class monitor!  Email acevistaverde@ipsf.net if you would like to volunteer.  Volunteer ACE Monitors also receive discounted tuition on ACE classes.