Opening week at Voorheesville Elementary

(Aug. 30, 2010) Classes start on Sept. 7. On Sept. 8 there are Site-Based/PTA/Room Parent meetings at 6:15, 7:15, and 8 p.m., respectively. School is not in session on Sept. 9 in observation of Rosh Hashanah. On Sept. 10 a Welcome Back Assembly will be held for students at 2:15 p.m.

Welcome back with open arms!

August 28, 2010

Late summer greetings to you and your family! As we approach the final days of summer, I can't help but be reminded of some of the societal stereotypes portrayed when discussing the return to school. One of our most prominent images has been displayed by a local office supply retailer, who runs a commercial showing students painfully walking through the store to gather their supplies, while their parents rejoice, singing and dancing their way to purchasing new glue sticks....I am proud that Voorheesville Elementary School does not fit this generic stereotype, and like everything else, stands above the standard. Read the rest of Mr. Reardon's corner here.

Open houses set for Sept. 15, 16 and 22

(Aug. 30, 2010) Open house dates are scheduled for Sept. 15 for grades K-1, Sept. 16 for grades 2-3 and Sept. 22 for grades 4-5. More information will be shared shortly. We hope to see you there!

Kindergarten supply list is available, here.

Same great place, but with a fresh, new look!

July 23, 2010

Greetings!  I hope this summer is finding you some time to do things not typically possible during the school year.  With an unseasonably hot summer thus far, I couldn't be happier.  I can distinctly recall last summer's record rainfall, and the few days where one could actually enjoy the carefree weather and warm days.  Those of you with access to a swimming pool, enjoy these next seven weeks. Read the rest of Mr. Reardon's corner here.

VES celebrates annual Read-a-thon featuring celebrity, student speakers

(June 9, 2010) With the support of the PTA and Kiwanis, Voorheesville Elementary celebrated its 2nd Annual Read-a-thon event on Friday, May 21. The evening featured celebrity speakers Superintendent Dr. Teresa Snyder, Principal Tom Reardon, Library Media Specialist Mr. Michael Puspurs (in photo above) and student reader Tori Szesnat. Student Caroline Hunt was also recognized for being the biggest fundraiser for the year. » VIEW THE PHOTO GALLERY

VES 2nd grader, Celia Whalen, checks out her father’s work and adds her name to the guest book at Blackbird Paradise.

Visitor's welcome box installed in Blackbird Paradise

(May 19, 2010) Guests to Blackbird Paradise are now able to sign in and access garden brochures and volunteer information. The newest addition to the school and community garden was made by Mark Whalen, of Whalen Carpentry. Many thanks Mr. Whalen! » VISIT THE GARDEN PROJECT WEB PAGE