August 2009

Dear Vernon Elementary School Families:
Welcome to the 2009-2010 school year at Vernon Elementary School. The entire VES
staff is excited to be working with the families of this wonderful Vernon Elementary
School community. As a staff we are committed to providing a quality education for all
students as well as ensuring a safe and healthy learning environment.

Vernon Elementary School is a member of the Windham Southeast Supervisory Union,
serving schools in the southeast corner of Windham County, Vermont. The WSESU
mission is to develop students capable of thoughtful engagement in their own civic,
economic, and personal development, who will be successful members of society.

The Family Handbook is a valuable source of information for the various operations here
at VES. We recommend that both parents and students take the time to read this
handbook together. The contents of this handbook will be helpful to you in
understanding the daily functions of VES.

At Vernon Elementary School we value the importance of our relationship with families
and welcome open communication between the home and the school. We encourage you
to become involved with Vernon Elementary School and welcome you to visit and ask
questions about your child’s progress.

The efforts of our parent group, the VES-PTC Spirit Club, help to provide many different
activities throughout the school year. We encourage volunteers and invite you to contact
classroom teachers, the school nurse, or the guidance counselor if interested.
We hope you have had a great summer and are ready for all of the exciting opportunities
that will be in store for the 2009-2010 school year.

Sincerely,
Mark V. Speno
Principal