GO VIKINGS GO!
New This Week
- High School Attendance Reminder
- Extra! Extra! Get Your Tickets To See Newsies NOW
- Care To Help Feed A Newsie?
- Parent Help Needed By The PTSO
- The Chicks Are Here!
- DRIVERS ED: Non-DPS Student Registration & Class Information
- FAFSA Tips For College Bound Seniors
- Let’s Support The NC Diaper Bank
- North Carolina Governor's School Apps Due 12/2/25
Recent News Items
- Let’s Fill the Food Pantry
- A Call For Donations
- Get Your Class Of 2026 Sweatshirt
- Calling All Proud Parents
Helpful Resources
- NC College Connect
- Stay Up-To-The-Minute With Your Student’s Grades: Become a “Parent Observer” on His/Her Canvas Account
- The Voyager Academy High School Website
- VAHS Counseling Department Blog
- How To Purchase Viking Gear
- Add The Voyager Academy Parent Calendar To Your Calendar
- Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook
- Important dates
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High School Attendance Reminder
Families should continue to use the Voyager High School Absence Form to report student absences. The form is linked on the VAHS page of the Voyager website or directly here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNePl1I_aoJOKMMnShdI3Qt1WEhBxh0wFohBCbjPH1vGUbQw/viewform
* Please note that submitting absences through Infinite Campus will not update attendance records at the high school. *
Student attendance can be viewed in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal under the “Attendance” section. For questions or assistance, contact Ms. Mangum in the HS Front Office or Dr. Monique Link at mlink@voyageracademy.net
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Extra! Extra! Get Your Tickets To See Newsies NOW
NOVEMBER 13 (7 PM) | NOVEMBER 14 (7 PM) | NOVEMBER 15 (2 PM)
Follow the link to RESERVE YOUR SEATS! That's right - you can CHOOSE and RESERVE your seat in the new Voyager Performing Arts Center now!
Scan the code in the graphic or follow the link below!
https://cur8.com/26277/project/134940
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Care To Help Feed A Newsie?
Are you part of a community group or organization looking to help make a difference? Could you help organize a meal to feed our AMAZING cast for their extra rehearsals? Follow the link to learn more and help support our WONDERFUL student cast and crew of 60!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4DADAC2DA1FF2-59805932-feed
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Parent Help Needed By The PTSO
Dear Voyager families.
Please consider donating to our next Hospitality Luncheon at the High School, Monday, November 17th. Our theme this month is Soups/Stews and Chilis, we appreciate any and all help.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D45ACAF2AA4F58-59966896-vahs#/
Thanks in advance.
Laura Garrett, Voyager Academy PTSO
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The Chicks Are Here!
In Ms. Fortkort's Science classes, we are hatching chicken eggs while we study ions and ionic compounds. So far we have 13 chicks and we're hoping for a few more to hatch this week.
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DRIVERS ED: Non-DPS Student Registration & Class Information
To enroll in the Drivers Education class, a student will need to have a personal gmail email account (not a school account). If the student does not already have one, it is very advantageous to set this up a personal gmail account prior to registration.
More information can be found at: https://www.dpsnc.net/o/dps/page/non-dps-student-registration
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FAFSA Tips For College Bound Seniors
Get your FSA IDs: Both parents and students need to create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID. It’s basically a secure, online signature for the FAFSA.
Tackle the paperwork dragon: The FAFSA might be easier now, but it still requires some prep. Gather your documents. You’ll need to know your bank account balances and the net worth of any businesses or investments. You don’t have to report the value of your primary home or your retirement accounts (like 401(k)s and IRAs). Knowing what to leave out is just as important as knowing what to put in
The Direct Data Exchange: This is a tool inside the FAFSA that automatically moves your PPY (Prior, Prior Year) tax information from the IRS into the FAFSA. You will sign an agreement giving your approval for this transfer of information. Just follow the prompts when you are completing the FAFSA.
The early bird gets the aid at some schools: The FAFSA opened on October 1st. Some state and college aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Once that money is gone, it’s gone. Filing early gives your student the best possible chance at getting all the aid they’re eligible for.
Don’t give up! You can appeal: Maybe your financial situation changed a lot after that PPY year. If you can show them what’s different, they might be able to adjust your student’s aid. It’s a bit of extra work, but it’s definitely worth a shot.
Start your FAFSA applications today!
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Click here for the detailed Step-by-Step Guide for students and families.
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Let’s Support The NC Diaper Bank
Voyage into Service will hold our next event at the NC Diaper Bank on tomorrow, November 15th! Ages 4+ and all ability levels are welcome and encouraged to attend! Time: 9:30-11:30a. Location: 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough 27278. Please register in advance, and complete the required waiver. If you have any questions, contact Dr. Link: 919-433-3301 X 146 / mlink@voyageracademy.net This will be our last opportunity to support the NC Diaper Bank this academic year!! Please consider supporting this amazing organization, which will help others in a tremendous way!
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North Carolina Governor's School Applications Due December 2, 2025
The North Carolina Governor's School is a 4-week summer residential program for gifted and talented 10th (Arts) and 11th (Arts and Academic) grade high school students, integrating academic disciplines, the arts, and unique courses on each of two campuses. The curriculum focuses on the exploration of the most recent ideas and concepts in each discipline, and does not involve credit, tests, or grades. Please see the NC Governors School Website: https://www.dpi.nc.gov/students-families/enhanced-opportunities/north-carolina-governors-school. and the attached document with the timeline for VAHS candidates.
Interested students should contact Jill O'Kane VAHS Counselor for more information.
Please see this 2026 Governor's School Process document for more information (click here).
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Let’s Fill the Food Pantry
Vikings--my name is Aidan Daly, I am a senior at Voyager, and am a member of our Service Club here in the high school. I am organizing a food drive that will run from Monday, November 10th, through Friday, November 21st. There will be a collection box in the elementary, middle, and high schools. All of the donations will go to the Voyager Food Pantry, PORCH Durham, and Parktown Food Hub, all organizations that work to fight hunger in the Durham community. All donations of non-perishable food items are greatly appreciated!
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A Call For Donations
Cold & Flu season is here and we have gone through all of our supplies! We would be greatly appreciative of any donations.
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Get Your Class Of 2026 Sweatshirt
Senior families,
The PTSO is thrilled to add “Class of 2026” hoodies to our merchandise lineup! These sweatshirts are $35 and available by pre-order only through our virtual storefront:
https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLJVP04K8A9XW/checkout/67D6UTVYF4622SKSVNLC3D52 (go here for our full storefront inventory: https://voyagerptsostore.square.site )
The storefront image only shows the backside of the hoodie, so here is a look at front and back. Get yours today!!
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Calling All Proud Parents
Recognize your student's milestones and successes with a yearbook ad.
Go to http://jostensadservice.com/student to view size and layout options and place your order. Create and purchase online by 12/31/2025
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NC College Connect
Congratulations to the VAHS seniors who have earned eligibility for the NC College Connect program. https://www.cfnc.org/nc-college-connect/. NC College Connect is a program that provides a simpler and faster way for students with a weighted 2.8 or higher to get admitted to college in North Carolina. Eligible seniors should have received a letter from the College Foundation of NC (CFNC) with a list of colleges and universities that they have been offered admission through the program. Information about next steps is included in the letter and at the website listed above. The Attached PowerPoint is also a great resource.
Please contact VAHS School Counselor, Jill O'Kane if there are additional questions.
Click here for a slideshow with highlights and details!
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HELPFUL SITES AND RESOURCES
Stay Up-To-The-Minute With Your Student’s Grades: Become a “Parent Observer” on His/Her Canvas Account
Click here to become an “Observer” in your child’s Canvas account. Once there, you can set it up to receive notifications about upcoming assignments, and grades just entered, keeping you updated on progress, daily.
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The Voyager Academy High School Website
One of the first places to check for basic information about VAHS is the VAHS website. Among the information you can find there are calendars and schedules, student clubs and organizations, faculty directory, the counseling page, special bulletins, etc. Here is the VAHS website:
http://voyageracademy.net/vahs
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VAHS Counseling Department Blog
Please be sure to check the VAHS Counseling Department blog frequently. The blog provides news, information, and opportunities for VAHS students and parents all in one convenient location. Topics range from Career/College Counseling and Application Support to Summer Programs and Opportunities. Check it out!
CLICK HERE FOR THE VAHS COUNSELING DEPT. BLOG
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How To Purchase Viking Gear
How to purchase Viking Gear!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WNh8rYGBbD
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Add The Voyager Academy Parent Calendar To Your Calendar
You can add the Voyager Academy Parent Calendar to your calendar. Go to the bottom of the page linked below for instructions:
VAHS Calendars and Schedules – Voyager Academy.
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Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook
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Important Dates