New Soccer Goals!

We are excited to share that the PTO has purchased soccer goals! Kudos to the Vanderlyn third graders who wrote the sweetest letter to Mrs. Crenshaw requesting them! We can't wait to hear how much fun it is to play soccer during recess!

Viking families, this would not be possible without your generosity and support of PTO fundraising efforts.

THANK YOU!

Annual Fund: Corporate Matching and Tax Deduction

Every Student Counts. Every Gift Matters.

We are so lucky to have a community that supports one another and works together for the betterment of our school for all of our children. This is truly unique and it makes all of us proud to be a Viking. There is not a more fitting time than now to say thank you to all the families that have contributed to the Annual Fund so far this year. We are well on our way to reaching our goal of $60,000 and 100% participation, but we are not there yet! If you have not yet donated or you would like to add to your contribution, click here to make a donation.

Did you know many corporations have matching gift programs for their employees, retirees, and board members? In some cases, these companies will double or even triple the portion of a donation that is tax deductible. Please contact your employer to determine if they will match your financial gift and to learn about the guidelines for obtaining matching funds for Vanderlyn. The Vanderlyn PTO will assist you in providing the details necessary for completing the matching gift paperwork.

Did you know that your donation is also tax deductible? Our Vanderlyn Elementary PTO is classified as a public charity and has been granted 501©(3) non-profit status. Our tax ID number is 46-5137968. 100% of your donation is tax-deductible as provided by law. No goods, gifts or services of any value will be received in connection with your donation. Just one more reason to help your community school by donating to the Annual Fund!

Email us at vanderlynannualfund@gmail.com if you have any questions!

Vanderlyn's Book Fair is OPEN!

Click here to shop!

Vanderlyn's book fair runs until October 31. Fair proceeds will be used to purchase books for the Vanderlyn library and magazines for the classrooms.

Don't forget - take the CMP Survey!

DCSD is hosting virtual, regional town hall meetings to present the Comprehensive Master Plan (CMP) Options and Recommendations. Region 1 will host a virtual Town Hall meeting on October 26th.

Please complete the **NEW CMP Stakeholder Feedback Survey** to provide input on the options presented at the October Town Hall meetings and on the CMP process.

Click here for more information on the CMP.

School photos have been loaded to the Legacy website! Your student’s unique QR code should have been sent home by now. If you have not received your child’s QR code, carefully check the bottom of their book bag. It is a strip of paper, not a full sheet. If you still cannot locate your child’s QR code, please contact Emily Lane and Jennifer Benator at vanderlynvikingyearbook@gmail.com

Picture retakes are scheduled for the morning of Friday, October 29.

See Mrs. Crenshaw's Principal's Post, Volume 10, for important updates and reminders, including:

Congratulations to Vanderlyn's newest PAC members!
Edulog Parent Portal for Bus Transportation
Do you know who to contact at the school when you have questions? See the list!
Covid Resources and Safety Reminders

Annual Fund Update!

Vanderlyn Families,

Your support of our PTO and the school’s Annual Fund are how we are able to fund all of the wonderful programs our school offers (STEM projects, academic competitions, classroom stipends, teacher appreciation, the list goes on and on!). If you have not already done so, please consider donating to the 2021-22 Annual Fund by clicking HERE.

So far, we have over $36,000 in donations for this school year, but we are still short of our goal! Remember, 100% of your donation will be used to enhance the educational experience of EVERY student and faculty member at Vanderlyn Elementary. All donations, large and small, DO make a difference.

Help us reach our goal of 100% family participation. Be a Viking Champion and DONATE today!

Every family that donates to the Annual Fund receives a magnet! The 2021-22 magnets have been ordered, but due to Covid delays they have not come in. Magnets will be distributed via homerooms once they have arrived.

You can stay connected to our PTO by visiting our website, vanderlypto.org, follow us on Facebook or Instagram, and subscribing to Viking Views and the School Calendar. Log into your MTK account, click on My Account, Calendar/Newsletter Subscriptions.

THANK YOU for your donations and support and GO VIKINGS!

Jennifer Dees & Sara Graviss

PTO Co-Presidents

vanderlynelempto@gmail.com

The Grounds Committee assists in the beautification of our campus by organizing a Grounds Clean Up Day in the fall and spring. Please email VanderlynelemPTO@gmail.com if you are interested in chairing this committee.

See Mrs. Crenshaw's Principal's Post, Volume 8, for important information on the virtual learning option.

Want to get more involved at Vanderlyn?

We need chairs for the following committees:

Grounds

Teaching Gardens

VanderDash

Field Day

Kindergarten Production

2nd Grade Production

3rd Grade Production

To learn more about how you can get involved or for information about chairing a committee, please reach out to Jennifer Dees & Sara Graviss at vanderlynelempto@gmail.com.

We received an update from our vendor regarding the status of this year’s agenda. Unfortunately, there has been a delay in shipping. Once they arrive, agendas will be delivered to homerooms. Thank you for your patience!

Yearbooks are available for sale! Yearbooks must be purchased through Josten's site, jostensyearbooks.com. If you have any questions, please contact Emily Lane and Jennifer Benator at our yearbook email vanderlynvikingyearbook@gmail.com.

Welcome our new Assistant Principal, Mr. Griffin Nichols!

Click here for important school updates from Mrs. Crenshaw.

This week, the PTO celebrated Ms. Baptiste. Ms. Baptiste will assume the new role as a Human Resources Recruitment and Retention Coordinator in the Newton County School System. We are sad to see her go, but wish her all the best!

DCSD RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATION

The Dekalb County School District has moved all returning student registration to an online portal called "Annual Verification."

If your child is returning to Vanderlyn ES for the 2021-2022 school year, you must register them using this online verification portal. During the verification process, be prepared to upload a copy of your license, proof of residence (June/July bill statements only), and your child's medical information. The district is moving all records to a digital format.

All questions pertaining to registration and access to Infinite Campus should be directed to our school registrar, Mrs. Gillett at andrea_gillett@dekalbschoolsga.org or contact the school at 678-874-9002 between the hours of 9am-2pm.

Vanderlyn PTO Registration

Vanderlyn families, the Membership Toolkit system is OPEN for 2021–2022 online PTO registration!

1. Go to Vanderlyn’s MEMBERSHIP TOOLKIT at www.vanderlynpto.org to create or update your online account**, and complete the following:

Parent and student family information: All families need to enter their contact information. Once entered, it will be saved for the online directory.
Your directory and publishing preferences

**Please note: If you already have an account on Membership Toolkit, your account becomes “inactive” at the end of the school year. When you login, it will ask you to verify your account and information for this year. Your previous login and password will work, and your child’s grade level will automatically be updated to reflect his or her promotion to the next grade.

2. Fill out the OPEN FORMS to complete your PTO registration and pay for your student’s items with a credit card. Click on “my account” and “online forms”.

Student Fees: This form includes classroom dues, field trip fees, and agendas (for grades 2-5).
2021–22 PTO Membership form: Joining the PTO provides you an active voice to support your child’s school and is the best way to stay connected with what is going on at Vanderlyn. Membership also provides you with access to the online school directory.
Annual Fund One-Check, One-Time Donation form: Please help us continue the tradition of excellence at Vanderlyn by donating money to the 2021-2022 Annual Fund campaign. 100% of your donation will be used to enhance the educational experience of every student and faculty member at our school.

Programs Supported by the Annual Fund:

Faculty Development and Appreciation - Seminars, conferences, training (i.e., Orton-Gillingham and Project Based Learning), and stipends
Educational Programs - Educational materials, author visits, teaching gardens, academic competitions, field trips, and book room resources
STEM Initiatives - STEM lab supplies, STEM resources, STEM community nights, and STEM career day
Schoolwide Events - International Night (Passport to the World), VanderDash, and Field Day
Facility Care and Campus Safety - outdoor classrooms, clinic supplies, playground equipment, landscaping, and upgrades to the Media Center

Without your Annual Fund donations, these programs would not be possible. All donations, large and small, DO make a difference. Help us reach our goal of 100% participation. Be a Viking Champion, donate today!