Village Elementary School

Steve Hamel has been volunteering in the York Schools for over 13 years! He began helping when his daughters became involved with theater in elementary school. His daughters have both now graduated and Steve continues to volunteer countless hours to York Schools Drama Program. Steve focuses his talents behind the scenes in our York Community Auditorium, providing the technical direction for all of the York High Drama and Middle School productions and also for the York Parks and Rec productions. Theater is a hobby that Steve loves and he also enjoys performing in seacoast area productions. He is passionate about the lighting, sound and projections he creates with the amazing equipment that the YCA offers.The York Schools Volunteer Program thanks Steve for the hundreds of hours given each year to support enrichment in the York Schools. When we asked Steve why he does it and what he enjoys about it he said: “The student actors & techs I work with put so much of themselves into each production….they are inspiring! Working with these young people over years and seeing them grow as performers brings me real joy. In return, I want to ensure they have a great experience and that the theater tech helps them put on a top notch performance. Also, the team of volunteers I get to work with are wonderful! There is so much that goes into a successful production and it couldn't be done without the other volunteers and the whole crew of parents that support live theater in York, I love working with them!”

All 4 schools will follow 1/16 Menu ON 1/17 (National Bagel Day will be celebrated at all 4 schools Wednesday)

Village and Coastal Ridge Elementary School students and their families are invited to York Public Library on Wed., Dec. 6 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Learn about science and math-themed literacy and play math games. Come meet author Mary M. Cerullo and try to win fun prizes. We hope to see you there!

The last of three YHS Athletic Complex informational meetings scheduled during the feasibility stage of our study will take place at the York Public Library this Wednesday, from 6 to 7 p.m. We hope you will join us to share your thoughts and ask questions.

Students and staff at VES sing the Turkey Tango at their Thanksgiving assembly on Tuesday! https://youtu.be/1DUOee1peUs

The York School Department is seeking input from York, Maine, residents regarding a proposed Athletic Complex on the grounds of York High School. The complex would replace York High School’s current track and multi-use fields. Choose from three Informational meetings that will be held at the York Public Library (prior to scheduled York School Committee Meetings) on November 1, 15, and 29 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the York Public Library. We hope you'll join us!

Superintendent Tim Doak is looking forward to welcoming YSD parents to the York Community Auditorium on Thursday at 6 p.m. He and York Town Manager Peter Joseph are anxious to share ideas about Partnering For York's Future. We hope to see many of you at 6 p.m. Refreshments and friendly faces will be waiting for you!

PARTNERING FOR YORK'S FUTURE Join Superintendent Timothy Doak and York Town Manager Peter Joseph on Thursday, October 19, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. The superintendent is hoping to introduce himself to many parents and will be available to answer your questions. Please join us! This event will be held at the York Community Auditorium (on the high school campus). 1 Robert Steven's Dr., York, ME

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Help us keep drop off and pick up safe at VES for students and staff by following the guidelines on the Drop off/Pick up Infographic.

Odyssey of the Mind Information Night TONIGHT! Monday, Sept 11, from 6 to 7 p.m. Coastal Ridge Elementary School Cafeteria Parents and students from grades K-12 are welcome!

Want to work for the York School Department? We are hoping to fill every position available in York Schools for the start of the 2023/24 school year. Currently, we have a dozen unfilled jobs. Among the listings are those for Ed Techs in special education; a part-time English teacher for non-native English speakers; a part-time art teacher; teacher and nurse substitutes; a lunch and recess monitor; and a soccer coach. To review the job descriptions, go to www.schoolspring.com and search on “York School Department” in “Maine.” We would appreciate you spreading the word about our needs to those who may be interested. Thank you!

Dear Parents and York Community, Our transportation provider, Ledgemere Transportation has asked us to help them in their quest for additional bus drivers for York Schools. If you know of someone who might be interested in working for Ledgemere and our students, please forward along this information to them. Thank you for your help! * * * * * * * * * * Join Our Back-to-School Team! Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity? Become a School Bus Driver for Ledgemere Transportation and be crucial to our students' journey to success! Paid Training Provided-No experience required! Competitive Pay Flexible Hours Safe and Supportive Environment Requirements: Valid Driver's License Clean Driving Record Apply through the link below! https://join.ridesta.com/ridesta/form/FormstackReplica/formperma/sKZnfRyXZAw8Q5PkiJTCWPwAeipIumb85vewiIWA1O0?jobid=ZR_45_JOB&source=YorkSchoolDistrict

Now one month in, Superintendent Tim Doak hosted a BBQ to thank those York School Department employees working throughout the summer. York High School Co-principals Amanda Suttie and Mike Bennett assist on the grills. We'd also like to thank the weather for its cooperation!

Now one month in, Superintendent Tim Doak hosted a BBQ to thank those York School Department employees working throughout the summer. York High School Co-principals Amanda Suttie and Mike Bennett assist on the grills. We'd also like to thank the weather for its cooperation!

2023-2024 Student Transportation Plan Survey August 1, 2023 We hope you are enjoying your summer break. Our staff is working hard behind the scenes to prepare for the start of the school year. One of the areas we need your help is by getting the necessary information to determine bus transportation routes. In order to set these routes, please complete this brief survey: https://bit.ly/3OF4fQZ. Ledgemere needs your input no later than this Sunday, August 6th. We are asking for this information for EACH student who rides the bus. That could mean that whether your child rides every day, only in the mornings or afternoons, or only between sports seasons, we'd still like you to complete a survey for them. Your information will help establish the need for busing to and from the York School Department schools and help improve your child’s safety, comfort, and overall experience. Transportation resources can be found on the York Schools website at https://www.yorkschools.org/page/transportation. Enjoy the last few weeks of the summer break. We look forward to a strong start to the school year. Thank you! York School Department/Ledgemere Transportation

Please Join Us as we bid farewell to CRES Principal Sean Murphy and welcome our new Superintendent and Business Administrator. York School Committee Meeting At the York Public Library, July 19, at 7 p.m. York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York WARM WELCOMES: This is the first York School Committee Meeting for Superintendent Tim Doak and Business Administrator Rick Kusturin. FOND FAREWELL: Coastal Ridge Principal Sean Murphy will join us for his last York School Committee meeting during his sixteen years of service with the York School Department. Join us at the York Public Library at 7 p.m. or stream online at https://townhallstreams.com/stream.php?location_id=77&id=52607.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy summer!

Math Minds Want to Know… How to practice flexible thinking in math? Whether it’s a rainy day or just a lazy, unwinding kind of day; enjoy these games and resources! Reinforce foundational math skills and concepts that are crucial to building math confidence and success in the classroom! We celebrate the flexible math thinkers VES students have become! Click here to view these resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RaFFhxCM-i1DIKfEcJQeOZZzFMKZ2MGL/view?usp=drive_link

The first VES Library Book Swap will be taking place the week of June 5th. The concept is simple: students can bring in 1 gently used, age appropriate book before June 5th. Then during their regular library class that week, all students will select a "new to them" book to take home and keep. All students will take home a book even if their family did not send in a book to swap.