2024-2025 School Year Information
We are thrilled to welcome students back to our buildings after a refreshing summer break. Below, you will find essential information for this school year, including quick links to common resources, helpful back-to-school articles, an overview of new developments, and more.
We look forward to seeing everyone soon!
Important Dates for Back to School
HHES (Grades PK-5)
Conferences (Grades 1-5): 08/13/24
Kindergarten Screening: 08/13/24 through 8/15/24
Pre-K Screenings: 08/20/24 through 8/21/24
First Day of School (Pre-K): 08/26/24
GMS (Grades 6-8)
*DATES UPDATED*
Locker Assignments/Combo Handout:
- 7th/8th Grade: 08/09/24, 8:30-11:30am
- 6th Grade/New Students: 08/09/24, 12:15-3:15pm
- Make Up Day: 08/12/24, 8:30-11:30am
Meet the Principal: 08/13/24, 8:30-9:30am
GMS Mini-Schedule Walk Through: 08/13/24, 09:45-11:15am
VHS (Grades 9-12)
Returning 9th-12th Students:
- Locker Distribution: 08/08/24 and 08/09/24, 8:00am-4:00pm
- Schedule Distribution: 08/08/24 and 08/09/24, 1:00-4:00pm
New & Transfer Students:
- Locker and Schedule Distribution by appointment. Call the VHS Front Office at 907-835-4767 starting on 08/01/24 to arrange an appointment.
Open House (All Students): 08/13/24, 12:30-3:30pm. Nacho Bar served.
First Day of School: 08/14/24
Explore What's New This Year
Back to School Quick Links
Registration & Enrollment
Ensure your child can start school on time by completing the pre-registration form (for new students) and enrollment forms (for all students) by the first day of school on August 14th.
School Year Calendar
Check dates for early dismissal, early release days, school breaks, holidays, and more.
NEW this year: GMS and VHS will implement optional Friday sessions. Changes are reflected on their respective calendar.
View 2024-2025 GMS/VHS Calendar
Bell Schedules
Find out what time your child's school day begins and ends, including early dismissal and early release days.
School Supplies
Review the short list of items requested by each grade level. Most other school supplies are provided by VCS at no cost and will be distributed to your child at school as needed.
Bus Routes
VCS is proud to partner with First Student to safely transport our students from home and school.
Look up your child's bus route which includes pick-up and drop-off times and locations. Plus, view information about alternative routes, in the event of inclement weather or poor road conditions.
Read More About Bus Transportation
School Meals
Read monthly school meal menus, manage meal payments online, and apply for free/reduced lunch if qualified.