VAES Family Update
I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your patience and support as we seek to develop the best remote learning plans possible. As you have heard Voyager Academy has chosen to delay the hybrid reopening plan. The Reopening Task Force will meet on February 17, 2021 to review the most current data to determine if we are ready to open on March 01. Our elementary teaching staff will continue to give 100% to every student as we moved forward with quality instruction. Because of the amazing partnership with parents, teachers, and students, we are making great academic progress. Based upon the most recent progress reports that were issued, our K-3 students are doing well with the majority of each grade level receiving scores of “Exceeding Grade Level Expectations” or “Meeting Grade Level Expectations”. We will continue to work hard and also provide students with social and fun experiences. Please hang in there. Better days are coming.
Lottery Application: The new year brings the opening of our application process for admission for the 2021 -2022 school year. The application period opens on January 1 and closes on February 28, 2021. We are scheduling a virtual information session for prospective families on February 9, 2021. Thank you for assisting us as we spread the word about our amazing school.
Report Cards: The second VAES Report Card will be issued to families on February 22, 2021. The grading period will end on February 17, 2021.
School Closed January 18: Voyager Academy is closed for students and staff on Monday, January 18th, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Elementary Social Event: The counselors at Voyager love your children. They are working on a new, fun and exciting social event for all students in grades K-3. The event will take place on February 4 at 2:45. Details will be sent to each family soon. Join in and laugh with your friends!
Mid-Year Math Assessment: During the month of February and March, each grade level will be hosting a mid-year math assessment for all students. The teachers will share the details of this with their class. We want to get a basic idea of where we are and what math concepts your child has mastered.
February Virtual Assembly: The elementary school staff is at it again. We will be hosting “You’ve Got Talent” Virtual Assembly on Thursday, February 25. Our staff members will be showcasing some of their various skills and talents and we will be challenging students to share their skills and talents with us. I guarantee this event will make you smile!
Homeroom Teacher Changes: If your student was assigned a new homeroom teacher, because of our hybrid plan (this is only true for 1st and 3rd grade) the new teacher assignment does not begin until we start in person instruction. At the current time all students will remain with their current homeroom teacher.
Community Partnership with Kate’s Korner for K-5:
Kate’s Korner will provide a supervised remote learning space for Voyager Academy Elementary (Kindergarten-3rd grades) and Middle School (4th & 5th grade) students to complete their school work while Voyager is operating in a remote learning environment and parents are working. Additional information regarding Kate’s Korner can be found on their website https://www.kateskornerdurham.com, and registration can be completed using this Registration Form
Substitute Teachers Needed: As we prepare for our return to school, we need to increase our substitute teacher list. If you are a Voyager parent and you would be willing to discuss subbing for the elementary school, please email Mrs. Graves at jgraves@voyageracademy.net. We need YOU to make our reopening plan a reality.
Greenlight App: It is imperative that all Voyager families set up the Greenlight App. Please set up your Greenlight account today and complete the survey daily for each child even while your children are learning remotely. We will use this data and input to ensure we are ready for reopening safely. The links to set up your account are below.
ACTION NEEDED: Directions and links to set up your Greenlight Account
Setting up your account is simple. Select the link below and enter the email address you use to receive Voyager newsletters. Families with multiple children can select any school their children attend. Once your account is set up you will see all of your children associated with your account and be able to complete the daily health screening for each of them. After you complete your first survey you will see the Greenlight pass cleared indication. We will have students select that option to show the larger pass during car line for screening along with their temperature check. Each student will be able to show their Greenlight pass to ensure they are healthy and can attend school. The app also provides support for families that need access to health care, testing, or additional community resources. Please select the link below to set up your family account now.
Elementary School - activate account here: https://glit.me/go/voyager-elementary
Greenlight Directions Video #2
Questions regarding setting up your account should be directed to help@greenlightready.com. Once your account is set up you can also use their chat feature.