Today's Stanton County basketball game has been cancelled due to weather. Practice will still be held at Vilas during the last hour of the day. Stay safe and warm, everyone!
Our front sidewalk and ramp are officially complete! 🚶♂️🦽 We’re thrilled to welcome everyone to use the main entrance from now on. Thank you for your patience during the updates.
JH and HS students who reached their semester reading goals got to enjoy an exciting day of skiing! ⛷️📚 A well-deserved reward for their hard work and dedication. 🎉
These cuties had so much fun making snowman sugar cookies before Christmas break! 🎄☃️🍪 A sweet way to celebrate the holiday season together.
As we approach the holiday season, please note that Christmas Break will be from December 20th to January 5th. Students will return to school on Monday, January 6th.
We wish everyone a joyful and safe holiday season!
Recently the elementary students had an exciting day visiting the Springfield movie theater, followed by a tour of Southeast Colorado Hospital. They had the opportunity to explore different careers and learn about the important work done in healthcare. What a fun and educational experience!
Team Vilas Matrix headed to Littleton this weekend for a First Tech Challenge qualifier meet. They gained valuable experience, made impressive modifications to their robot, and are excitedly preparing for the next meet. Great job, team!
As part of our district’s commitment to fostering leadership, two outstanding students, Nana Gutierrez and Osman Yanes, have embraced every opportunity to develop their leadership skills for the benefit of our community and their futures.
These students proudly represented Vilas School District at the CASB (Colorado Association of School Boards) Leadership Strand. While there, they connected with student leaders from across the state , networked with school board members from various districts, and gained insights into the similarities and differences between educational systems.
They returned with a renewed sense of gratitude for our district’s commitment to individualized education for all students. We are incredibly proud of their hard work, growth, and dedication! 💪🎓
**🎉 Celebrating Our Students' Success! 🎉**
These talented students participated in the **Ogallala Commons Virtual Entrepreneurship Fair** and showcased their incredible skills! They:
✅ Created a high-quality business plan
✅ Produced an impressive video submission
✅ Presented to a virtual "shark tank" panel
...and walked away with BIG $$$! 💰
We are so proud of their dedication to learning and creativity—it has truly paid off! 🙌👏
The holiday season is here, and we’re thrilled to invite you to our Christmas Concert tonight. 5pm-Senior fundraiser Chili Dinner, 6pm-Christmas concert and JH theatrical production, afterwards is the silent auction!
Due to ramp and sidewalk construction, the front doors of the building are currently inaccessible. Please use the Southwest Elementary Door to enter the main building. Once inside, proceed directly to the office for check-in.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time.
Sincerely,
Abby Pettinger
Superintendent
Vilas School District RE-5
🎉 We had an amazing time at our Cultural Diversity Celebration! 🎉 It was such a joy to try new foods and experience the rich flavors of different cultures. 🌍🍽️
A special highlight was watching our talented students and staff take part in the lively Filipino dance! 💃🕺 It was a fun and memorable moment that brought us all closer together.
Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a success! 🙌
The holiday season is here, and we’re thrilled to invite you to our Christmas Concert on December 5th! 🎄🎶 Mark your calendars and join us for an evening filled with festive music and holiday cheer. We can’t wait to see you there!
Wishing everyone a joyful and restful Thanksgiving break! Take this time to relax, cherish moments with loved ones, and reflect on what you're grateful for. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂
We look forward to seeing student back on December 2nd!
🎉 Congratulations to these incredible students for winning money in Shark Tank at the E-Fair! 🦈💰 Your hard work, entrepreneurial mindset, and innovative ideas have truly paid off. Keep shining and inspiring others.
Exciting news! 🚀 Zoey, Hailey, Jesse, and Nelia are taking their entrepreneurial journey to the Shark Tank! 🦈✨ Wishing them all the luck as they pitch their ideas and make waves in the business world. Go get 'em, team! 💼💡
Many of our JH and HS students are at the Entrepreneurship Fair today, competing for a spot in the Shark Tank round to secure funding for their businesses. 🦈💼 Wishing all of you the best of luck—go shine! Stay tuned for more to come!
Our Student Council had the privilege of giving a tour to the CDE Communication Team today! 🎉 We loved showcasing the many highlights of our district and sharing what makes our community special. Thank you, CDE, for your visit—it was a pleasure to host you!
These hardworking students are getting ready for Cultural Diversity Day by preparing tamales. 🌮 Everyone is welcome to join us tomorrow, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM, in the Vilas Cafeteria. Don't miss out!
We have a engaging busy week ahead! We are looking forward to our community, parents, and school celebrating our different cultures on Thursday for lunch.
