🎶 Music In Our Schools Month 🎶
Help us wrap up Music In Our Schools Month on March 31 by wearing your favorite music-themed outfit!
This could be a band shirt, something with music notes, or anything that shows your love for music and the arts.
We’re excited to see our halls filled with students and staff celebrating music across Jefferson, Washington, and VCHS.
Thanks for helping us make it a fun day! 🎵
Help us wrap up Music In Our Schools Month on March 31 by wearing your favorite music-themed outfit!
This could be a band shirt, something with music notes, or anything that shows your love for music and the arts.
We’re excited to see our halls filled with students and staff celebrating music across Jefferson, Washington, and VCHS.
Thanks for helping us make it a fun day! 🎵

Attention Senior Parents🎓
It’s time to place your student’s Yearbook Grad Ad!
To submit:
• Email a short message to alyssa.thomsen@k12.nd.us
• Send a $25 payment to Central Administration (c/o Yearbook)
📍 460 Central Ave N, Valley City
Deadline: April 4
Don’t miss your chance to recognize your senior in the yearbook!
It’s time to place your student’s Yearbook Grad Ad!
To submit:
• Email a short message to alyssa.thomsen@k12.nd.us
• Send a $25 payment to Central Administration (c/o Yearbook)
📍 460 Central Ave N, Valley City
Deadline: April 4
Don’t miss your chance to recognize your senior in the yearbook!

✨ Valley City Prom 2026 ✨
Join us for Valley City Public Schools Prom on Saturday, March 28!
Come watch our students walk in the Grand March beginning at 8:00 PM.
Doors will open to the public at 7:00 PM. It’s always a fun night to see everyone dressed up and celebrate our students. 🎉
Join us for Valley City Public Schools Prom on Saturday, March 28!
Come watch our students walk in the Grand March beginning at 8:00 PM.
Doors will open to the public at 7:00 PM. It’s always a fun night to see everyone dressed up and celebrate our students. 🎉

Reminder: School Board Election Filing Deadline
If you are interested in serving on the school board, be sure to submit your application by Monday, April 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM to have your name printed on the ballot.
Positions up for election:
• At Large School Board Member (3-year term)
• Rural School Board Member (3-year term)
📍 Election Day: June 9, 2026
For forms or questions, please contact the Valley City Public Schools District Office at 701-845-0483 or jackie.cordie@k12.nd.us
If you are interested in serving on the school board, be sure to submit your application by Monday, April 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM to have your name printed on the ballot.
Positions up for election:
• At Large School Board Member (3-year term)
• Rural School Board Member (3-year term)
📍 Election Day: June 9, 2026
For forms or questions, please contact the Valley City Public Schools District Office at 701-845-0483 or jackie.cordie@k12.nd.us

🌸 Spring Break Reminder 🌸
There will be no school on Friday, March 20 for Spring Break.
There will be no school on Friday, March 20 for Spring Break.

Drivers Education 2026 Registration 🚗
Valley City Public Schools is offering Driver's Education for 2026. Registration is now open for all VCPS students.
Student/Parent informational meetings will be held on April 26 and May 3 in the VCHS Cafeteria (Door W3). Attendance at one of these meetings is required to review expectations, schedules, and course requirements.
📅 Meeting Dates: April 26 & May 3
📍 Location: VCHS Cafeteria (Door W3)
📝 Registration deadline for VCPS students is April 15, 2026.
Out-of-district students may begin registering on April 1, 2026, if space is available.
Detailed registration information has been sent via email. If you did not receive it or have questions, please contact Denise Wadeson.
Valley City Public Schools is offering Driver's Education for 2026. Registration is now open for all VCPS students.
Student/Parent informational meetings will be held on April 26 and May 3 in the VCHS Cafeteria (Door W3). Attendance at one of these meetings is required to review expectations, schedules, and course requirements.
📅 Meeting Dates: April 26 & May 3
📍 Location: VCHS Cafeteria (Door W3)
📝 Registration deadline for VCPS students is April 15, 2026.
Out-of-district students may begin registering on April 1, 2026, if space is available.
Detailed registration information has been sent via email. If you did not receive it or have questions, please contact Denise Wadeson.

Learning about Pi in 1st grade is even better with real pie! 🥧
Thank you to Amy Milbrandt for bringing pies for our students!
Thank you to Amy Milbrandt for bringing pies for our students!

Tonight’s the Night — Bingo! 🎉
Join us this evening for Bingo Night hosted by the Education Foundation.
🗓 Tonight
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
📍 VCHS Cafeteria – 493 Central Ave
Bring the family, grab a seat, and enjoy a fun night out — all while supporting Valley City Public Schools. 💙
Join us this evening for Bingo Night hosted by the Education Foundation.
🗓 Tonight
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
📍 VCHS Cafeteria – 493 Central Ave
Bring the family, grab a seat, and enjoy a fun night out — all while supporting Valley City Public Schools. 💙

Mark your calendars - Bingo Night is coming up! 🎉
The Education Foundation is hosting a fun, family-friendly evening you won’t want to miss.
🗓 March 16
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
📍 VCHS Cafeteria – 493 Central Ave
Bring your friends, bring your family, and enjoy a great night together — all while supporting Valley City Public Schools. Every dollar raised goes right back to our students. 💙
For more information, contact Meaghan Wharton at vcps.foundation@k12.nd.us
We hope to see you there!
The Education Foundation is hosting a fun, family-friendly evening you won’t want to miss.
🗓 March 16
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
📍 VCHS Cafeteria – 493 Central Ave
Bring your friends, bring your family, and enjoy a great night together — all while supporting Valley City Public Schools. Every dollar raised goes right back to our students. 💙
For more information, contact Meaghan Wharton at vcps.foundation@k12.nd.us
We hope to see you there!

R E M I N D E R — It’s a Hit! is Today! ⚾
Jefferson 3rd graders perform at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the Jefferson Gym.
We hope to see you there supporting our young Hi-Liners! 💙🤍
Jefferson 3rd graders perform at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the Jefferson Gym.
We hope to see you there supporting our young Hi-Liners! 💙🤍

It’s a Hit! ⚾
Our Jefferson 3rd graders have been working hard and are ready to present It’s a Hit! A Musical of Innings and Winnings on March 12th in the Jefferson Gym.
Showtimes are 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Two chances to come out and support them!
They are excited, prepared, and ready to take the stage. We hope you can join us and cheer on these awesome young Hi-Liners! 💙🤍
Our Jefferson 3rd graders have been working hard and are ready to present It’s a Hit! A Musical of Innings and Winnings on March 12th in the Jefferson Gym.
Showtimes are 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Two chances to come out and support them!
They are excited, prepared, and ready to take the stage. We hope you can join us and cheer on these awesome young Hi-Liners! 💙🤍

If you are interested in serving on the school board, be sure to submit your application by Monday, April 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM to have your name printed on the ballot.
Positions up for election:
• At Large School Board Member (3-year term)
• Rural School Board Member (3-year term)
📍 Election Day: June 9, 2026
For forms or questions, contact the Valley City Public Schools District Office at 701-845-0483 or jackie.cordie@k12.nd.us.
Positions up for election:
• At Large School Board Member (3-year term)
• Rural School Board Member (3-year term)
📍 Election Day: June 9, 2026
For forms or questions, contact the Valley City Public Schools District Office at 701-845-0483 or jackie.cordie@k12.nd.us.

📢 Attention Valley City Residents!
The deadline to file for the Valley City School Board Election is quickly approaching.
If you are interested in serving on the school board, be sure to submit your application by Monday, April 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM to have your name printed on the ballot.
Positions up for election:
• At Large School Board Member (3-year term)
• Rural School Board Member (3-year term)
📍 Election Day: June 9, 2026
For forms or questions, contact the Valley City Public Schools District Office at 701-845-0483 or jackie.cordie@k12.nd.us.
The deadline to file for the Valley City School Board Election is quickly approaching.
If you are interested in serving on the school board, be sure to submit your application by Monday, April 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM to have your name printed on the ballot.
Positions up for election:
• At Large School Board Member (3-year term)
• Rural School Board Member (3-year term)
📍 Election Day: June 9, 2026
For forms or questions, contact the Valley City Public Schools District Office at 701-845-0483 or jackie.cordie@k12.nd.us.

Welcome to Valley City! 🏀
We are excited to host the Region 1 Boys’ Basketball Tournament at the Hi-Liner Activity Center (HAC) on March 9, 10, and 12.
We look forward to welcoming players, coaches, and fans from across the region to our community. With many visitors coming to town over the three days, we appreciate everyone helping make Valley City a great place to compete, visit, and enjoy.
Tournament teams, brackets, and schedules can be found here:
https://ndhsaanow.com/brackets/basketball-boys/963/2026-ndhsaa-region-1b-boys-basketball-tournament
Thanks for supporting our community and helping showcase everything that makes Valley City special.
We are excited to host the Region 1 Boys’ Basketball Tournament at the Hi-Liner Activity Center (HAC) on March 9, 10, and 12.
We look forward to welcoming players, coaches, and fans from across the region to our community. With many visitors coming to town over the three days, we appreciate everyone helping make Valley City a great place to compete, visit, and enjoy.
Tournament teams, brackets, and schedules can be found here:
https://ndhsaanow.com/brackets/basketball-boys/963/2026-ndhsaa-region-1b-boys-basketball-tournament
Thanks for supporting our community and helping showcase everything that makes Valley City special.

STATE SEMIFINAL GAMEDAY! 🏀
The Hi-Liners are back on the court tonight as Valley City takes on Thompson in the State Semifinals at the Jamestown Civic Center. Tip-off is at 6:30 PM.
Tonight’s theme: Fans – White Out | Students – Jerseys
Make the trip to Jamestown and help cheer on the Hi-Liners! 💙🤍
The Hi-Liners are back on the court tonight as Valley City takes on Thompson in the State Semifinals at the Jamestown Civic Center. Tip-off is at 6:30 PM.
Tonight’s theme: Fans – White Out | Students – Jerseys
Make the trip to Jamestown and help cheer on the Hi-Liners! 💙🤍

📢 No School Reminder
There will be no school on Thursday, March 6, and Monday, March 9.
Enjoy the extra-long weekend, Hi-Liners!
There will be no school on Thursday, March 6, and Monday, March 9.
Enjoy the extra-long weekend, Hi-Liners!

Our Pre-K crew would love to see you next year — all four of them can’t wait to welcome a new group of little learners! 💙
Last week, our Pre-K and 3rd-grade students put their creativity to work for Kindness Week by designing special kindness stickers. They shared them with Alley Beans to help spread a little extra positivity throughout our community.
Stop by Alley Beans to check out their designs and see the kindness in action!
Last week, our Pre-K and 3rd-grade students put their creativity to work for Kindness Week by designing special kindness stickers. They shared them with Alley Beans to help spread a little extra positivity throughout our community.
Stop by Alley Beans to check out their designs and see the kindness in action!


Looking for the perfect start for your 4‑year‑old?
Valley City Public School is excited to offer FREE Pre‑K for the 2026–27 school year!
What we provide:
• Experienced, energetic, dedicated educators — Mrs. Berntson & Mrs. Marthaler
• Play‑based learning and playground time
• PE, music, STEAM, and library classes
• Daily rest time
• On-site early intervention / special education support
• Calendar matching VCPS 🍎🥪& so much more
Did we mention your child will be able to watch and be part of the excitement that comes with building our new Hi-Liner Home, which will be constructed right next door? 🏫💛
Have questions or want to enroll? Call 845-0622 today! 😊
Valley City Public School is excited to offer FREE Pre‑K for the 2026–27 school year!
What we provide:
• Experienced, energetic, dedicated educators — Mrs. Berntson & Mrs. Marthaler
• Play‑based learning and playground time
• PE, music, STEAM, and library classes
• Daily rest time
• On-site early intervention / special education support
• Calendar matching VCPS 🍎🥪& so much more
Did we mention your child will be able to watch and be part of the excitement that comes with building our new Hi-Liner Home, which will be constructed right next door? 🏫💛
Have questions or want to enroll? Call 845-0622 today! 😊

📅 March Lunch Menus Are Here!
The March breakfast and lunch menus are now available. Take a look so you can plan ahead for the month.
We’re thankful for our food service team and all they do for our students each day! 🍎🥪
The March breakfast and lunch menus are now available. Take a look so you can plan ahead for the month.
We’re thankful for our food service team and all they do for our students each day! 🍎🥪




Is your child ready for Kindergarten? 🎒
If your child will be 5 by August 1, 2026, don’t wait, CALL 701-845-0622 to register today!
Valley City Public School offers dedicated staff, lifelong friendships, big hearts, and tons of fun. Plus, the NEW Valley City Public School will be built right next to Jefferson Elementary.
Be part of history and show your Hi‑Liner Pride! 💙🏫
If your child will be 5 by August 1, 2026, don’t wait, CALL 701-845-0622 to register today!
Valley City Public School offers dedicated staff, lifelong friendships, big hearts, and tons of fun. Plus, the NEW Valley City Public School will be built right next to Jefferson Elementary.
Be part of history and show your Hi‑Liner Pride! 💙🏫

