Vega Elementary School

☕ Reminder: Coffee with Dr. Adams! ☕ Don't forget to join us TOMORROW MORNING for coffee and a conversation about the upcoming VATRE election. Dr. Adams will be sharing FAQs and answering any questions you have! 📅 Date: October 17 🕖 Time: 8-9am 📍 Location: Mama Jo's Come learn how VATRE impacts our schools and our community. Your voice matters! 💛🖤 #VegaISD #VATRE #CoffeeWithDrAdams #LonghornPride #CommunityMatters

Did You Know? A staggering 99% of fentanyl overdoses are accidental. Together, we can help reduce these tragic accidents. #FentanylAwareness #AccidentalOverdose

📚✨ **Help Build Our Classroom Libraries!** ✨📚 Our amazing teachers have **book wish lists** for their classrooms, and you can make a difference by donating to their Book Fair Wish List! 🙌❤️ Support your child's teacher by helping them grow their classroom library with new books that will inspire and engage our students. 📖🎒 For more info or to donate, reach out to **Amy Kirkland** at **akirkland@vegalonghorn.net**. Let's work together to keep our kids' love for reading alive! #SupportOurTeachers #ClassroomLibraries #BookWishList #DonateBooks

Time is fleeting, hold on to the memorable moments with a Vega yearbook. Order by Friday, October 18, 2024 to get the lowest price of the year. Order yours 🔗 https://bit.ly/2025VegaYearbook

📚✨ **Don't Forget!** ✨📚 The **Book Fair** is happening NOW! 🎉 Come shop **today through Friday** and grab some amazing books for all ages! 📖🛍️ Stop by and support our school while finding your next great read! #ShopTheFair #BookLoversUnite #LastChance #BookFairFun

🏠 How Do Property Appraisals Affect School Taxes? The State conducts a **Property Value Study**, and the Appraisal District must ensure values are within 5% of the State's estimates. Here's how property appraisals impact school taxes: - Under the state's **Foundation Schools Program**, Vega ISD does **not necessarily receive more M&O funding** when local property values increase. As local tax income rises, the State reduces its share of school funding, creating an **inverse relationship** between local and state contributions. - School districts, like Vega ISD, receive funding from the state based on **student attendance rates**. To increase M&O funding without raising the tax rate, the only option is to grow **student enrollment**. This is why Vega ISD launched a transfer campaign in Spring 2024, welcoming students who meet the district’s high academic and behavioral standards. 💛🖤 #VegaISD #VATRE #SchoolFunding #SupportOurSchools #CommunityMatters

💼 What is the state of the District's finances? We're proud to announce that Vega ISD received an “A” rating and a perfect score of **100** in the Texas Education Agency’s Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) – the highest rating possible! 🎉 This achievement reflects our commitment to financial responsibility and ensuring the best use of our resources to support our students and staff. 💛🖤 #VegaISD #FinancialExcellence #StrongSchools #SupportOurCommunity

🎖🍂 **Join Us for Our Annual Veterans Day & Thanksgiving Meal!** 🍂🎖 Vega ISD invites the community to a special Veterans Day Program and Thanksgiving celebration on **November 8, 2024** 🕰 **Meal Service Begins:** 10:45 AM **Veterans and their spouses eat FREE!** - Enrolled Elementary and Junior High students will enjoy the meal at no extra cost, just like any regular lunch. - Guests, Staff, and High School students can join us for **$6.00 per plate** (pay at the point of service, no prepayments). 📞 **Guests please RSVP by November 1st, 2024** by calling Talia at (806) 267-2123, Extension 2220. We look forward to sharing this special day with you! 🖤💛 #ThankfulForOurVeterans #VegaISDPride

Make your Saturday morning plans to head to Highland Park and cheer on the Lady Horns as they take on the Lady Hornets! 🏐 JV hits the court at 10 AM, followed by Varsity at 11 AM. 🎟️ Remember, tickets must be purchased online – grab yours now at https://secure.payk12.com/school/Highland-Park-Secondary-School/628! #LadyHorns #GameDay #LonghornPride 💛🖤

🏠 How Does the VATRE Affect Homeowners 65+? For homeowners **65 and older**, the VATRE would not increase your taxes if you've already applied for and received your **senior exemption**. You won't see any tax increase unless you make substantial improvements to your home. This exemption helps protect seniors from rising taxes while still supporting our schools! 💛🖤 #VegaISD #VATRE #SeniorExemption #SupportOurSchools #CommunityFirst

**DONUTS FOR DADS** is 1 Week from TODAY! Dads, mark you calendar and make plans to attend.

📚✨ **Save the Date!!** ✨📚 The **Book Fair** is back next week, and we can't wait! 🎉 Come shop for your favorite reads **Tuesday - Friday** and discover something new! 📖❤️ 🛍️ Don't forget to check out our Book Fair website for sneak peeks and more info! 📲✨ https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/vegaelementaryschool2 Get ready for a week full of books, fun, and adventure! See you there! #BookFairMagic #ShopTheFair #NextWeek #SaveTheDate

📊 How Would the VATRE Affect My Taxes? If voters approve the VATRE in November, here's how it would impact your taxes: 🏡 **Home valued at $100,000** - After homestead exemption: taxable value = $0 - **Tax increase**: $0 🏡 Home valued at $200,000 - After homestead exemption: taxable value = $100,000 - **Tax increase**: $120/year ($10/month) 🏡 Home valued at $300,000 - After homestead exemption: taxable value = $200,000 - **Tax increase**: $240/year ($20/month) 🏡 Home valued at $400,000 - After homestead exemption: taxable value = $300,000 - **Tax increase**: $360/year ($30/month) For more info on how the VATRE affects you, join us for Coffee & Conversations 10/17 @ 8am at Mama Jo's or 10/24 @ 8am at the Hickory Inn 💛🖤 #VegaISD #VATRE #SupportOurSchools #CommunityMatters

🎉📊 We are proud to announce that Vega ISD has earned an A RATING from the TEA First Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST)! This prestigious rating reflects our commitment to excellence in financial management and accountability, ensuring that we continue to provide top-notch educational experiences for our students. 👏🌟 A special thank you to our Business Office and Staff for working together to make this achievement possible! Together, we’re ensuring the future of Vega ISD remains bright. 💛🖤 #VegaPride #FinancialExcellence #VegaISD #LonghornStrong

🏀 Exciting news, Longhorn fans! 🎉 The 2024-25 Junior High and High School basketball schedules are now live on the Vega ISD website! 📅 👉 Head over to our Athletics page to check out all the game schedules. Plus, don’t forget to check out the events section in the Vega ISD app, where you can easily add those dates right to your phone calendar! Let’s go Longhorns! 💛🖤 #VegaISD #LonghornBasketball #SupportOurTeams #GoLonghorns

☕ Join Dr. Adams for Coffee! ☕ Want to learn more about the upcoming VATRE election? Come sit down with Dr. Adams as he shares some FAQs and answers your questions! 📅 Date: October 17 🕖 Time: 8-9am 📍 Location: Mama Jo's 📅 Date: October 24 🕖 Time: 8-9am 📍 Location: Hickory Inn Bring your own questions and get the facts straight from the source. Let's chat about how VATRE impacts our schools and community! 💛🖤 #VegaISD #VATRE #CoffeeWithDrAdams #CommunityMatters #LonghornPride

🖤💛 **Late but with LOTS of love!** 💛🖤 On *National Coaches Day*, we want to give a huge shout-out to our incredible Vega Longhorn coaches! 🏆 Your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students go far beyond the game. Whether it's on the field, in the gym, or in life, you shape champions in every way. We are forever grateful for all you do! 💪👏 #NationalCoachesDay #LonghornPride #ThankYouCoaches #ItsALonghornThing

🏐🤟Proud of our JH Lady Shorthorns and fans tonight! All three teams got a win against Tulia🖤💛

📅 Red Ribbon Week Dress Up Days 🎉 🗓️ Oct 21-25 Get ready for a week full of fun and awareness! 🔴 Monday - PJ Day Put drugs to sleep. 😴 🎒 Tuesday - Anything but a Backpack Don’t let drugs weigh you down. 🎉 👩‍⚕️ Wednesday - Career Day Don’t let drugs get in the way of your dreams. 🌟 🎨 Thursday - Mismatch Day Don’t let drugs make you crazy. 🤪 👻 Friday - Costume Day Say "Boo" to drugs! 🎃 Let’s make this Red Ribbon Week unforgettable! ❤️ #RedRibbonWeek #SpiritDays #DrugFree

📢 Reminder: Vega ISD VATRE Public Meeting is TONIGHT (Monday, October 7th) at 7 PM in the Vega ISD Auditorium. Come learn about how VATRE impacts our schools and community! 🖤💛 #VegaISD