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Important Update: Bus Stop Changes Due to Hurricane Impact   Dear Volusia County Schools Families,   Following a thorough review of our bus stops and routes by the transportation team, some adjustments have been made to ensure student safety. We have established alternative routes in areas where existing bus stops are either inaccessible or pose safety concerns.   If your child’s bus stop is affected, you will receive a notification through Focus Communications this afternoon or evening. Additionally, your child’s school will be informed to assist with any further questions or concerns. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. Ensuring the safety and well-being of all our students is our top priority.   Thank you for your attention to this matter.   Volusia County Schools Transportation Team

As a reminder, all schools and district offices will be closed on Wednesday, Oct. 9, and Thursday, Oct. 10, due to Hurricane Milton. In addition, 𝗩𝗖𝗦 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟭𝟭. All after-school activities and athletic events on these days are canceled. We anticipate returning to our regular school calendar on Monday, Oct. 14, which is a pre-scheduled teacher duty day/student holiday. Additionally, grading period 1 will now end on Oct. 17, 2024, and grading period 2 will now begin on Oct. 18, 2024. Information will be communicated in the future about making up these instructional days. Families and staff should continue to stay tuned to their emails, texts, VCS social media, and the VCS Storm Resource Center webpage (vcsedu.org/community/storm-r…) for further updates that may impact operations.

We are continuing to work with @VCEmergencyInfo to closely monitor Hurricane Milton. At this time, all after-school activities except for Extended Day Enrichment Programs will be canceled on Monday, Oct. 7. VCS will announce further information on Monday about potential school closures after the morning briefing with @VCEmergencyInfo This will ensure we have the most current information to make the best decisions for the safety of our families and staff. Families and staff are encouraged to stay tuned to their emails, VCS social media, and the VCS Storm Resource Center webpage (vcsedu.org/community/storm-r…) for further updates that may impact operations.

Go Panthers! Ormond Beach Middle School has earned an A grade for the 2023-24 school year! 🐾🎉 Volusia County Schools is so proud of our amazing students and teachers! #VCSSuccess @OBMSMedia

📢 Reminder VCS Families! Wednesday, December 6, 2023, is an Early Release Day! Please check with your school for the exact time of dismissal.

All Volusia County high schools will be at the 18th Annual HS Showcase, Dec 7, 2023, 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Volusia County Fairgrounds/Tommy Lawrence Arena. Dive into the world of education options for 7th and 8th graders! #HighSchoolShowcase

Tomorrow's the day! Our Virtual Fall Instructional Job Fair kicks off on Nov 29-30. Ready to explore teaching opportunities with VCS? Don't forget to register at tinyurl.com/VCSFallJobFair. Complete the online employment application: tinyurl.com/VCSApplyNow

Mark your calendars, job seekers! Join us at the Virtual Fall Instructional Job Fair on Nov 29-30. Explore teaching opportunities with Volusia County Schools. Get ready for a career-changing experience! Register: tinyurl.com/VCSFallJobFair

This school year, report cards will be available online via the Parent Portal. Make sure your account is connected to your child to access their report card on October 20th. Helpful resources for creating your account and accessing report cards can be found at vcsedu.org/portals. If you need a printed copy of the report card, please contact your child’s school directly.

Reminder VCS Families! Wednesday, September 6, 2023, is an Early Release Day! Please check with your school for the exact time of dismissal.

🎉 Get ready to celebrate a well-deserved break! 🌟 We wish you a wonderful Labor Day weekend with family and friends! Remember, all Volusia County Schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, September 4th. Enjoy the holiday and recharge!

Good afternoon, VCS families, We hope that this message finds you and your loved ones safe and secure after Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida this morning. While Volusia County was spared much of the impact, our thoughts go out to those who experienced and continue to experience greater effects and damage from the storm. At this time, all schools have been inspected and cleared with no damage. Volusia County Schools is ready to reopen tomorrow, Thursday, Aug. 31. Families and employees, please return to your usual school schedules starting in the morning. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time. We plan to share more information on instructional make-up time in the near future. We look forward to seeing you back at school tomorrow.

**Volusia County Schools Official Statement​​** As we continue to work with the county’s Emergency Operations Center to closely track Hurricane Idalia, the safety of our students and community members remains our highest priority. As such, all Volusia County public school and district activities will cease at 8 p.m. this evening, and all schools and district offices will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. 30. All school activities, events, and programs scheduled for Wednesday are canceled. Any VCS employee expected to report to work on Wednesday will be contacted by their supervisor. Make-up time for the lost instructional day will be announced in the near future. At this time, we anticipate students will be able to return to school on Thursday, Aug. 31. However, we will continue assessing the situation and provide an update by midday on Wednesday. As a reminder, the county has opened shelters in lieu of the district closing any schools for shelter. These shelters are located at the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County for individuals with special needs and the Volusia County Fairgrounds for the general population. Please take this time to finish making preparations for the storm, and please follow any emergency orders from the county. Updates will continue to be made available on our website (vcsedu.org/community/storm-r…).

📢 Reminder VCS Families! Wednesday, August 23, 2023, is an Early Release Day! Please check with your school for the exact time of dismissal.

📢 Reminder VCS Families! 🚨 Tomorrow marks the first early release day of the school year.

📚 Welcome back to school! A fresh chapter starts today. Day 1 means new possibilities, reuniting with friends, and thrilling adventures ahead. Get set for a year of learning and laughter. Let's make this year unforgettable! #AchievingExcellenceTogether

As a reminder and pursuant to HB 379, student use of all wireless communication devices is prohibited during instructional time unless express permission is granted by the teacher and only used for instructional purposes. This includes cell phones, tablets, ear buds, and smartwatches.  All wireless communication devices must be stored in a backpack or purse during instructional time. This new policy will be in effect beginning Monday, August 14, 2023.  Any student who violates this policy is subject to disciplinary action. Please reach out to your school administration with any questions or concerns you may have.