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NEWS
1:1 Computer Hours (May 1-Sept 1)
Students will again need either do community service or pay to take home their computer for the 2017-18 school year. There are multiple options 1) 15 hrs of Community Service hours 2) $50 (3 strike system for repairs) 3) $71 … Continue reading
Vinton-Shellsburg Needs Assessment Survey Results
The school board contracted with the Iowa Association of School Boards to conduct a survey last fall.
They collected data from all stakeholder groups – students, staff, parents, school board members and community – and almost 500 people participated. Their … Continue reading
Mr. Murray- SAI Elementary Principal of the Year
Our district is pleased to share the news that Tilford elementary principal, Jim Murray, has been named the 2017 Iowa Elementary Principal of the Year by the School Administrators of Iowa.
There are about 650 elementary principals in Iowa. While … Continue reading
Thoughts from the Superintendent- Attendance
My first posting about security seemed to be well received! Thanks for those of you who gave feedback.
One of the things we are focusing on this year is attendance. If kids have high rates of absenteeism, it is harder … Continue reading
Read, Read, Read!!
Research shows that reading aloud with children is the single most important thing you can do to prepare a child for reading and learning. Read Aloud 15 MINUTES National Campaign promotes parents reading aloud to their children at least 15 … Continue reading
FEATURED
VSCSD Curriculum Website
Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District has made a commitment to the Professional Learning Committee work with Dr. Rick and Dr. Becky DuFour, Mike Mattos, and other Solution Tree staff members. We have worked hard the last three years to answer the … Continue reading
Thoughts from the Superintendent- Attendance
My first posting about security seemed to be well received! Thanks for those of you who gave feedback.
One of the things we are focusing on this year is attendance. If kids have high rates of absenteeism, it is harder … Continue reading
Thoughts from the Superintendent- Student Safety
I’ve thought about starting to post “Thoughts from the Superintendent” for a long time but have been hesitant for several reasons. While I’ve been hesitant, I finally decided I just need to try it for awhile and then evaluate! Let … Continue reading
1:1 Learning Environment
The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District provides a 1:1 learning environment for students in grades 9-12. The laptop program began in the fall of 2013. Each student is provided with a MacBook computer that allows access to multiple online resources and … Continue reading
"The Mission of the Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District is to improve the quality of lives and assist individuals in becoming contributing members of society through the accumulation and application of knowledge."
