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OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
PO Box 398 • 1112 West Klutina Street • Valdez, AK 99686
Telephone (907) 834-4701 • Fax (907) 835-4964
March 25th, 2024
I want to thank all of you who participated in one or more of the three information sessions held earlier this month regarding the Flexible Friday schedule proposal. There were a lot of great questions and I hoped to answer as many of the questions as I could. As this is still a proposal with some things to get worked out should we move forward, I am taking all of the questions and comments to the committee for discussion.
Below are questions that were asked during the sessions. Additionally, I am sharing the PowerPoint used. I would encourage you to look at the references and think about if this would be a good fit for Valdez and your child(ren).
The committee will be meeting as many times as necessary to make an informed decision on whether or not to advance this proposal. Your input is greatly appreciated and valued.
You can expect a survey to address the general concept and, as identified below, some concerns and challenges we may have in moving forward, if at all.
Again, thank you all for making this a collaborative process and I appreciate your input. All comments and questions are shared, considered, and discussed.
Thank you again,
-Tim
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the Flexible Friday Schedule Proposal
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Congratulations to Amanda Tippetts
It is with great excitement that I announce Amanda Tippetts has accepted the position of Principal at Gilson Middle School for the 2024-2025 school year, pending board approval. Amanda brings with her a lot of energy and she is beyond excited to join our team here in Valdez.
Amanda stated, “I'm excited to accept the Principal position at Gilson Middle School! It's an honor to lead such a dynamic community. I'm looking forward to collaborating with our amazing staff, supportive parents, and enthusiastic students to make our school the best it can be. Let's work together to create an environment where every student thrives. Thank you for this opportunity—I can't wait to get started!.”
Please join me in welcoming Amanda Tippetts to Valdez. Pictured is Amanda Tippetts with her family.
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VCS SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS:
The next Regular School Board Meeting & Work Session is scheduled for April 8th 6 pm for the Work Session and 7 pm for the Board Meeting at City Council Chambers. To view the Agenda for this meeting please click HERE.
The meeting agendas are made public 5 days prior to the meeting. If an emergency meeting is called, the agenda will be published as quickly as possible. All archived agendas, board packets, and approved meeting minutes can be found HERE
Regular meetings are available by broadcast via KVAK Radio or on the VCS Stream Team Youtube Channel.
You can view the meeting here: Recurring School Board Meeting
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FY 25 Budget Presentation
Please click the link below to view the FY 25 Budget Presentation. For more information or if you have questions about the FY 25 Budget, please reach out to Amber at acawley@valdezcityschools.org
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It is with great pleasure that I announce that after an incredibly thorough vetting and interview process for the Valdez High School Principal position, Mr. Peter Baksis has been selected to lead VHS for the 2024-2025 school year.
I would like to thank all involved in what was a rigorous and collaborative vetting and interview process. Student, staff, and community input was critical in making the decision with three very qualified candidates. Peter clearly stood out and is the right person for the job. Peter is focused on engagement and collaboration, which will be a huge benefit to our students.Please join me in welcoming Peter Baksis to the Valdez team as we move forward to provide the best we can for our students.Mr. Baksis and his family are excited to be part of the Valdez community and we certainly look forward to having them here.Peter shared the following when he accepted the position:It is with great appreciation and anticipation that we accept the position of Principal of Valdez High School. After careful observation, it is clear that Valdez High School has a lot to offer my children and I anticipate a seamless transition to becoming a part of the Team as a Buccaneer!A grand thank you is to the District and Building Staff who were part of the process but more importantly, the Students of VHS, for using their voice in deciding their future!
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Welcome to Valdez City Schools. Our mission is based on a partnership of schools, parents, and the community united in education for life - instructing, inspiring, and empowering every student in a safe environment. We do this by offering a challenging curriculum across all four schools - Hermon Hutchens Elementary, Gilson Middle School, and Valdez High School. Students enjoy a rich educational experience from Pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grade through the collaborative efforts of engaging teachers, administrators, and staff. We strive for excellence through every academic and extracurricular opportunity.
Families New to Valdez - Valdez continues to be the community with promise. We encourage you to visit our schools and enroll your children. The district office is available to assist with the enrollment process.
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VALDEZ CITY SCHOOLS
P.O. Box 398
1112 West Klutina Street
Valdez, AK 99686
Phone: 907.835.4357
Fax: 907.835.4964