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VCPS End-of-Year Dates to Know!
Weβre in the home stretch, and there are a lot of great events coming up, concerts, programs, and graduation celebrations.
π Seniors and families, be sure to take a close look at May 20th and May 24th.
Looking forward to wrapping up another great year together. π
Weβre in the home stretch, and there are a lot of great events coming up, concerts, programs, and graduation celebrations.
π Seniors and families, be sure to take a close look at May 20th and May 24th.
Looking forward to wrapping up another great year together. π

π’ No School β Friday, May 1
There will be no school on Friday, May 1.
Enjoy the day off!
There will be no school on Friday, May 1.
Enjoy the day off!

π Last Chance to Nominate!
Today is the final day to submit your nomination for the 2026 Teacher of the Year!
Take a minute to recognize a teacher, counselor, or librarian who has made a difference.
Submit here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2M9G9KS
Thank you for helping us celebrate the amazing staff who make VCPS such a great place! π
Today is the final day to submit your nomination for the 2026 Teacher of the Year!
Take a minute to recognize a teacher, counselor, or librarian who has made a difference.
Submit here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2M9G9KS
Thank you for helping us celebrate the amazing staff who make VCPS such a great place! π

Congratulations to Boyd Westman! π
Boyd has been recognized as an ADTSEA 2026 Class Teacher of Excellence!
He has been teaching Driverβs Education at VCPS for 11 years and brings 26 years of experience in driver education. Boyd has also served as President of the North Dakota Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (NDDTSEA) twice and currently serves on the executive board as Past President.
We are proud to have Boyd at VCPS and grateful for the impact he continues to make with our students! π
Boyd has been recognized as an ADTSEA 2026 Class Teacher of Excellence!
He has been teaching Driverβs Education at VCPS for 11 years and brings 26 years of experience in driver education. Boyd has also served as President of the North Dakota Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (NDDTSEA) twice and currently serves on the executive board as Past President.
We are proud to have Boyd at VCPS and grateful for the impact he continues to make with our students! π

Happy National Bus Drivers Day! π
Today weβre celebrating the incredible bus drivers of Valley City Public Schools!
From early mornings to the end of the day, you go the extra mile to keep our students safe, supported, and smiling. You truly make a difference in our community, and we are so grateful for all you do.
We appreciate you every day!
Help us thank our bus drivers in the comments! π
Today weβre celebrating the incredible bus drivers of Valley City Public Schools!
From early mornings to the end of the day, you go the extra mile to keep our students safe, supported, and smiling. You truly make a difference in our community, and we are so grateful for all you do.
We appreciate you every day!
Help us thank our bus drivers in the comments! π

π Motherβs Day is May 10!
Looking for a special gift? Personalized Hi-Liners merch is a great option! π
You can save 15% on top-brand clothing and accessories with code SCORE15.
Looking for a special gift? Personalized Hi-Liners merch is a great option! π
You can save 15% on top-brand clothing and accessories with code SCORE15.

πΆ Join us for an evening of music!
Our Band & Choir students will be sharing their contest pieces in a relaxed, come-and-go showcase. Stop in, listen, and enjoy!
Monday, April 27 | 6:00β8:00 PM
VCHS Theater
We hope to see you there! π
Our Band & Choir students will be sharing their contest pieces in a relaxed, come-and-go showcase. Stop in, listen, and enjoy!
Monday, April 27 | 6:00β8:00 PM
VCHS Theater
We hope to see you there! π

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! π
Today weβre celebrating the incredible people who keep our schools running every single day. From the front office to behind the scenes, your work truly keeps everything moving, and it does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and community. We appreciate you more than you know!
Please help us recognize these amazing administrative assistants!
Today weβre celebrating the incredible people who keep our schools running every single day. From the front office to behind the scenes, your work truly keeps everything moving, and it does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and community. We appreciate you more than you know!
Please help us recognize these amazing administrative assistants!

π Nominate a Teacher Who Makes a Difference
Valley City Public Schools is accepting nominations for the 2026 Teacher of the Year!
Think of a teacher, counselor, or librarian who goes above and beyond and has made a positive impact. This is your chance to recognize them.
π Nominations are due April 30
Submit your nomination here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2M9G9KS
Valley City Public Schools is accepting nominations for the 2026 Teacher of the Year!
Think of a teacher, counselor, or librarian who goes above and beyond and has made a positive impact. This is your chance to recognize them.
π Nominations are due April 30
Submit your nomination here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2M9G9KS

βοΈ Heads up for today, Tuesday, April 21!
The south parking lot at Jefferson Elementary will be busier than usual as VCHS hosts a track meet at Hanna Field starting at 3:00 PM.
Please use extra caution in the area to help keep everyone safe. With the nice weather, we expect lots of students and athletes outside enjoying the sunshine! π
The south parking lot at Jefferson Elementary will be busier than usual as VCHS hosts a track meet at Hanna Field starting at 3:00 PM.
Please use extra caution in the area to help keep everyone safe. With the nice weather, we expect lots of students and athletes outside enjoying the sunshine! π

We are excited to share some wonderful news from our school community! π
This past fall, Brinna Berg participated in the Prevention Billboard Contest and was selected as a winner. Her hard work, creativity, and commitment to promoting positive choices truly stood out.
We are proud to announce that Brinnaβs billboard is now on display right here in our community! Her message is making a meaningful impact by encouraging others to make safe and healthy decisions.
Pictured below is Brinna standing proudly by her billboard. We couldnβt be prouder of her accomplishment and the positive example she is setting for others.
Congratulations, Brinna!
This past fall, Brinna Berg participated in the Prevention Billboard Contest and was selected as a winner. Her hard work, creativity, and commitment to promoting positive choices truly stood out.
We are proud to announce that Brinnaβs billboard is now on display right here in our community! Her message is making a meaningful impact by encouraging others to make safe and healthy decisions.
Pictured below is Brinna standing proudly by her billboard. We couldnβt be prouder of her accomplishment and the positive example she is setting for others.
Congratulations, Brinna!

π Need a gift for your grad?
Our Class of 2026 gear is available, hoodies make a great, easy gift.
Everything can be customized in hundreds of ways, designs, colors, name and number.
Order Now!
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/north_dakota/valleycity/valley-city-public-schools
Our Class of 2026 gear is available, hoodies make a great, easy gift.
Everything can be customized in hundreds of ways, designs, colors, name and number.
Order Now!
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/north_dakota/valleycity/valley-city-public-schools

π
Important End of Year Dates for VCPS!
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, here are some key dates to mark on your calendar! From concerts and celebrations to graduation events, thereβs a lot to look forward to.
π A special reminder for our seniors and familiesβMay 20th and May 24th are packed with important events!
Weβre excited to celebrate a great year with our students, staff, and community. π
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, here are some key dates to mark on your calendar! From concerts and celebrations to graduation events, thereβs a lot to look forward to.
π A special reminder for our seniors and familiesβMay 20th and May 24th are packed with important events!
Weβre excited to celebrate a great year with our students, staff, and community. π

π’ No School β Friday, April 17
There will be no school on Friday, April 17.
Enjoy the long weekend!
There will be no school on Friday, April 17.
Enjoy the long weekend!

π Valley City Public School Pre-K has limited spots available!
If youβre looking for a great (and easy) start for your child, this is such a good option.
β’ Free, 5 days/week (same schedule as public school)
β’ Bus transportation available
β’ Licensed, experienced staff
β’ PE, Music, STEAM, and Library included
β’ Helps make the transition to kindergarten so much smoother
Itβs a great program and fills up fast!
π Call 845-0622 to reserve your spot or ask any questions.
If youβre looking for a great (and easy) start for your child, this is such a good option.
β’ Free, 5 days/week (same schedule as public school)
β’ Bus transportation available
β’ Licensed, experienced staff
β’ PE, Music, STEAM, and Library included
β’ Helps make the transition to kindergarten so much smoother
Itβs a great program and fills up fast!
π Call 845-0622 to reserve your spot or ask any questions.

π£ Valley City Public Schools β Request for Proposals
Valley City Public Schools is currently accepting proposals for a copier lease agreement beginning July 1, 2026.
We are seeking proposals for a multi-year lease with flexible options to meet the needs of our district.
π Please see the full RFP for details, specifications, and submission requirements:
π Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on May 1, 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact Jackie Cordie at jackie.cordie@k12.nd.us.
Thank you for your interest in supporting Valley City Public Schools!
Valley City Public Schools is currently accepting proposals for a copier lease agreement beginning July 1, 2026.
We are seeking proposals for a multi-year lease with flexible options to meet the needs of our district.
π Please see the full RFP for details, specifications, and submission requirements:
π Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on May 1, 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact Jackie Cordie at jackie.cordie@k12.nd.us.
Thank you for your interest in supporting Valley City Public Schools!


Our Pre-K students had a special visit from some of our high school students!
They spent time playing games, laughing, and building connections across grade levels. Itβs always so fun to see our older students stepping in as role models and making a positive impact on our youngest Hi-Liners. π
Thank you to our high school students for taking the time to make it so special! π
They spent time playing games, laughing, and building connections across grade levels. Itβs always so fun to see our older students stepping in as role models and making a positive impact on our youngest Hi-Liners. π
Thank you to our high school students for taking the time to make it so special! π








A couple of weeks ago, our Pre-K students had a great time visiting the VoTech!
They had the opportunity to explore, learn, and see some neat activities. It was a fun and exciting experience!
Thank you to everyone who helped make this trip possible. We appreciate the support in creating these memorable learning opportunities for our youngest Hi-Liners! ππ
They had the opportunity to explore, learn, and see some neat activities. It was a fun and exciting experience!
Thank you to everyone who helped make this trip possible. We appreciate the support in creating these memorable learning opportunities for our youngest Hi-Liners! ππ







π National Library Week Dress-Up Days are happening THIS WEEK!
Join us April 13thβ17th for a fun week celebrating reading:
π Monday: Dress as your favorite book character
π Tuesday: Reading is everywhereβwear a shirt with reading on it
π€ Wednesday: βI dream of readingβ¦ββwear your PJs
π« Thursday: Team up for readingβwear your Hi-Liner gear
π Friday: No School
We canβt wait to see everyoneβs outfits and celebrate the joy of reading! π
Join us April 13thβ17th for a fun week celebrating reading:
π Monday: Dress as your favorite book character
π Tuesday: Reading is everywhereβwear a shirt with reading on it
π€ Wednesday: βI dream of readingβ¦ββwear your PJs
π« Thursday: Team up for readingβwear your Hi-Liner gear
π Friday: No School
We canβt wait to see everyoneβs outfits and celebrate the joy of reading! π

π Reminder β Hi-Liner Back 2 Back State Champs Gear
https://vchsb2bstatechamps.itemorder.com/
Orders close at the end of the day on Sunday, April 12thβdonβt wait to place yours!
Thank you for your order, and congratulations again to the Hi-Liner Girls Basketball Team!! π
https://vchsb2bstatechamps.itemorder.com/
Orders close at the end of the day on Sunday, April 12thβdonβt wait to place yours!
Thank you for your order, and congratulations again to the Hi-Liner Girls Basketball Team!! π

