Verdigris junior, Madison Whitekiller, was crowned the 2015-16 Junior Miss Cherokee at the 24th Annual Junior Miss Cherokee Competition.  For the next year, Madison will act as a goodwill ambassador for the tribe, promoting the government, language, history and traditions of the Cherokee people.  Congratulations Madison!

Beginning Monday, September 21, 2015

• The old Bus #5 route, now #23, will no longer “Double Route” in the afternoon.
• Elementary children will arrive at home about 10 minutes earlier.
• JH and HS students will arrive home slightly later as the first part of the Double Route is eliminated.
• This change WILL NOT affect morning route times.

Bus #5 is a relatively new bus, and will replace the bus used on Route #14.  Bus #14 route will not change in any way. Just the bus and the route number will change to #5.

This replacement will save time, miles and therefore money.  Please use this notice as an opportunity to make new childcare arrangements if needed.

For any questions regarding the issue, please contact your building principal.

Thank you for your support,

Gary Kennemer

Transportation Director

gkennemer@vps.k12.ok.us

Verdigris' Got Talent-The Verdigris Boys Basketball Talent Show and Raffle Fundraiser will be on Saturday, Oct. 10th from 5-10pm in the Jack Collins Gym.  Enter your act before Sept. 25th for a discounted entry.  Solo Acts are $20 and Group Acts are $35.  Anyone age 4 and up, living in the Verdigris and surrounding area may participate.  Entries received Sept. 26th-Oct. 5th will have an additional fee of $5.00.  The final deadline to register is Oct. 5th.  There is a 2.5 minute performance time limit.  Entry forms are available at BJs.  See attached flier for all details./files/user/89/file/Talent%20Show%20FlyercolorFINAL.pdf

VERDIGRIS SCHOOL GIFTED AND TALENTED EDUCATION

ADVISORY MEETING

Interested parents and community members are invited to attend this district advisory meeting for the Gifted and Talented Education Program.

AGENDA

I.          Review the Gifted and Talented Education Policy

II.         Review each school site's educational program

III.        Review dates for the Proficiency-Based Promotion Tests

IV.        Discuss the proposed budget for the Gifted and Talented Education Program

V.         Assess needs and concerns for this year

*** Informational Update ***

Verdigris Schools would like to thank its patrons for their continued support of this student and their family.

Parents / Guardians,

It has come to our attention that a student in our school district is being treated for an unconfirmed case of Viral Meningitis.  Viral Meningitis is typically treatable and not as serious as Bacterial Meningitis.  Verdigris Public Schools has been in contact with the Rogers County Health Department.  The District has taken, and will continue to take the appropriate steps in cleaning all buildings as a preventative measure to ensure the safety of our students and staff.  Attached is a link to the Center for Disease Control and the Oklahoma State Department of Health.  These links will provide additional information about Viral Meningitis.  Again, please note that this is an unconfirmed case of Viral Meningitis.

http://www.cdc.gov/meningitis/viral.html

http://www.ok.gov/health2/documents/new%20revision%20of%20viral%20meningitis%20fact%20sheet%202013.pdf

Please feel free to contact my office at mpayne@vps.k12.ok.us or 918-266-7227 if you have any questions.

Mike Payne

September 3, 7:00 pm 

High School Library

Please come to learn about activities and responsibilities of students during freshman year and a preview of what lies ahead!

Freshmen class sponsors: Karen Tanner, Linda Hon, Cara Ashcraft, Dustin Brown

Verdigris Upper Elementary is need of a full time PARA.

Please contact Gary Kennemer at the Upper Elementary office or apply on line in the employment section on this page.

Verdigris Public Schools is still looking for a Full-Time Cafeteria worker. Hours - 6:00 - 1:30. If you are  interested please apply on the website.  This position is listed under employment opportunities, but can also be found here.

Verdigris Public Schools will resume the 2015 school year on Thursday, August 13th.  You can find the 2015-2016 School calendar here.

Reminder that school begins at 8:10.  Your child is considered late to school if they are not in class by this time.

August 11th  - Open House 

August 13th - First day of classes for students

September 7th - Labor Day (No School)

October 9th - End of the First Quarter

The HS Awards Assembly will be on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 10:00am in the JH Gym.