Vega Elementary School

❓Would a 4-Day School Week Fix the Budget Shortfall? No, a 4-day school week would not resolve our budget shortfall. For our district, a significant **75.9% of overall expenditures** were for payroll in fiscal year 2023. Most districts that implement a 4-day school week do so as an incentive to attract and retain staff. Importantly, these districts **do not reduce employee salaries**. Instead, staff members work longer hours during the shortened week, and students attend school for extended hours to meet the state’s required number of minutes for the school year. A 4-day week may improve work-life balance, but it won't solve the underlying financial challenges we face. 💛🖤 #VegaISD

📢 Reminder! 📢 Vega ISD is hosting 4-Day School Week FAQ Meetings **TOMORROW** in the HS computer lab! Join us at a time that works for you: 🕗 8:00 AM 🕒 3:00 PM 🕕 6:00 PM Come get your questions answered and learn more about what this change could mean for our students and community. See you there! 👀 🖤💛 #4DayWeekFAQs

How Will a 4-Day Week Affect Student Attendance? A 4-day school week may improve student attendance by allowing families to schedule doctor’s appointments, travel, and other obligations on the day off—reducing missed instructional time. ➡️ Learn more at the Parent/Community Meeting on March 18. #VegaISD #4DaySchoolWeek

Will Extracurricular Activities Still Be Available? YES! Athletics, band, and other extracurricular activities will continue as usual. 🎶🏈🏀 Coaches and program leaders will adjust practice schedules as needed to ensure students continue to receive the same level of participation and training. ➡️ Learn more at the Parent/Community Meeting on March 18. #VegaISD #LonghornPride #4DaySchoolWeek

How Will a 4-Day Week Impact Instruction? A 4-day school week would allow teachers more dedicated time for lesson planning, professional development, and individualized student support. 🏫 One day per month would be designated as a professional development day for teachers, ensuring they continue to meet student needs effectively. ➡️ Learn more at the Parent/Community Meeting on March 18. #VegaISD #4DaySchoolWeek

Why is Vega ISD Considering a 4-Day School Week? Vega ISD is exploring a 4-day school week to enhance teacher recruitment and retention, improve student engagement and attendance, and provide more flexibility for families. 📚✨ Many districts have seen positive outcomes from this transition, and Vega ISD is carefully evaluating the potential benefits for our students, staff, and community. ➡️ Learn more at the Parent/Community Meeting on March 18.

📚✨ AR Game Day was a BLAST! ✨📚 These 2nd- 4th grade students met their AR goals, they earned a special game day reward! It was so fun, lots of laughter, and games were played. 🎲 Keep up the great reading! 📖💫 Thank you for being awesome readers—keep turning those pages! 📚👏

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📢 4-Day School Week FAQ Meetings📢 Vega ISD is hosting a series of informational meetings to answer your questions about the potential transition to a 4-day school week. Join us in the **HS computer lab on Tuesday, March 18** at one of the following times: 🕗 8:00 AM 🕒 3:00 PM 🕕 6:00 PM We want to hear from you and provide the details you need! Can't make it? Stay tuned—we’ll be sharing a series of FAQ posts right here to help answer your questions. 🖤💛 #4DayWeekFAQs

⭐️🤘A big THANK YOU to our amazing PTO for the delicious breakfast goodies! Your kindness and support always put a smile on our teachers' faces. We appreciate you! 🖤💛😊 #ThankYouPTO

**📢 REMINDER: We Need Your Feedback! 📢** Don’t forget to complete the survey regarding the potential of a four-day school week. We need input from as many Vega ISD families as possible to make the best decision for our district. Your feedback is essential—thank you for sharing your thoughts! 🖤💛 4-Day Week Survey -- https://bit.ly/VISD4-dayweeksurvey

Another fantastic display of skill and determination at the San Antonio Ag Mechanics competition! Our team truly brought their A-game: 🌟 Keegan Brorman – Division Champion, setting the standard for excellence. 🌟 Gabe Riley, Mason Neelley, Bentlee Haschke – Dominated the Reserve Division with grit and passion. 🌟 Omar Segovia, Landon Cousins, Elijah Crawford – Proudly took 3rd in Class, proving their mettle. 🌟 Ethan Spinhirne – Shined as 1st in Class, leading the charge. 🌟 Aubree, Sophia, MacKenna Ruiz, Cooper Fowler – Secured 2nd in Class with relentless effort and teamwork. 🌟 Nashton Fowler, Anabelle Cline – Earned Blue Ribbon honors for their precision and skill. 🌟 Jake Jaxon, JT Noggler – Clinched Blue Ribbon (x2) and impressed us all. 🌟 Jack Osborn, Robbie Osborn – Added to the Blue Ribbon accolades with outstanding performances. Every accomplishment is a testament to the hard work, perseverance, and talent of our students, parents and sponsors. Congratulations to everyone! #SanAntonioSuccess #AgMechanics #ProudMoment#TeamWork

📢 **Don't Miss Out!** 📢 Order your **2024 Vega Longhorn Yearbook** today and capture the memories of this unforgettable year! 🖤💛 ✅ Secure your copy before it's too late! 💻 Order Online: https://bit.ly/2025VegaYearbook It's a Longhorn Thing—you don't want to miss it! 🏈📚🎉 #VegaLonghorns #ItsALonghornThing

**📢 We Want Your Input! 📢** Based on feedback from our Vega ISD parents and teachers from the original calendar survey, the site-based committee has determined that additional information is needed before proposing a calendar for the 2025-26 school year to the school board. We are currently researching the pros and cons of a four-day school week. *At this time, no decision has been made.* We ask for your honest and thoughtful responses. Your feedback is highly valued and will play a crucial role in this process. Thank you for your time and input! 🖤💛 4-Day Week Survey -- https://bit.ly/VISD4-dayweeksurvey

🏀🔥 It’s GAME DAY, Longhorn Fans! 🔥🏀 Before you head out to cheer on the Lady Longhorns, be sure to purchase your tickets in advance! 🎟 📲 Scan the QR code or visit the link to get your tickets! successfund.com/2025BasketballPlayoffs 📅 Tonight | 7:30 PM 📍 Dimmitt High School (Vega is the visitor team) 🎟 Admission: $5 🚌 Send-Off at 5:00 PM Let’s pack the stands and bring the Longhorn energy!🖤💛 #GoLonghorns #PlayoffTime #BeatFarwell

🚨 Schedule Update due to Weather 🚨 Vega ISD will have an early release today at 2:00 PM. If you are unable to pick up your student(s) by 2 PM, please contact the school office, and we will make sure they are attended to. Buses will run at 2PM 📢 Thursday Late Start Time: School will begin at **10:00 AM** Buses will run 2 hours late. Stay safe and warm! ❄️🖤💛 #VegaISD #LonghornStrong

🚨 Weather Update🚨 Vega ISD is closely monitoring the weather and road conditions. At this time, there are NO CHANGES to today’s school schedule. We will keep you updated if anything changes. Stay safe and drive carefully! 🖤💛 #VegaISD

🏀🔥 Lady Longhorns vs. Farwell Lady Blue 🔥🏀 The Lady Longhorns are advancing to the AREA PLAYOFF GAME!!! Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on! 📅 Thursday, February 13 ⏰ 7:30 PM 📍 Dimmitt High School (Vega is the visitor team) 🎟 Admission: $5 🚌 Send-Off at 5:00 PM – Come show your support as they hit the road! Radio Link: www.network1sports.com/station/vegalonghorns Let’s bring the energy and #GoLonghorns! 🖤💛 #PlayoffBound #LonghornPride

T-Minus 3 Hours Until Tip-Off! 🏀⏳ The Lady Longhorns are ready to hit the court for their *Bi-District Playoff Game!* Don’t forget to grab your tickets and be there to cheer them on! 🎟 Get your tickets now: https://events.hometownticketing.com/organization/f0f446c8-444e-4585-a88b-61abe2df03d0 📅 Tonight | 7:00 PM 📍 Wayland Baptist University 🚌 Send-off at 4:15PM – Let’s show them our support as they head to battle! Let’s bring the energy and show our LONGHORN PRIDE!!! 🖤💛 #GoLonghorns #PlayoffTime

🚨🔥 Longhorn Fans, We’ve Got a Surprise! 🔥🚨 Brace yourselves … Dr. Danger is making a special appearance TONIGHT to hype up the crowd and cheer our Lady Longhorns to victory! 🎉🏀💥 You won’t want to miss this energy! Grab your spirit gear, bring the noise, and let’s pack the stands! 🖤💛 🎤 Who’s ready to get loud?! 🎤 📍 See you at the game!