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The Latest Scoop SJVS Book Fair/Fundraiser At Barnes & Noble L to R: Twila Powers (SJVS Coordinator), Nick Vasiliades(SJVS Teacher) and SJVS student Mary Johns at the recent book fair. At left: Kathy Jones with the SJVS hands out Easter candy at the book fair. At right: Kids were all smiles at the SJVS booth. SJVS student Kaelyn Solomon with Adyson Powers at the SJVS booth at Barnes & Noble. Thanks to all the students, parents and teachers who came out to support the SJVS at the recent book fair at Barnes & Noble. Although it was a stormy Saturday afternoon, we were able to raise over $175 for our school by handing out coupons to shoppers who could turn them in at the register. Barnes & Noble would then donate a percentage of the customer’s purchase to SJVS. SJVS tables were set-up around the Barnes & Noble located at SR 312, with free goodies like candy, stickers and pencils. Kids enjoyed arts and crafts and coloring books. SJVS’s own, Twila Powers, was the resident artist that day with her kids’ tattoo art which included Spider Man, Butterflies and hearts....all washable of course! St. Johns County School District Receives Accreditation For 5th Year The St. Johns County School District recently received a recommendation from the AdvanceED External Review to receive district accreditation, rating it as a quality school system for the 5th year in a row. The AdvancED is an international accrediting agency for Kindergarten through 12 grade schools. The five areas evaluated were: purpose and direction, governance and leadership, teaching and assessing for learning, resource and support systems and using results for continuous improvement. For more information on the district’s accreditation go to www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/accreditation on the district’s website. Page 2
Dear Virtual Families, Coordinator’s Comments By Twila Powers, SJVS Coordinator I had the incredible blessing of attending the St. Johns County American Youth Character Awards (AYCA) Banquet last month. We were able to select two students from our organization who exhibited outstanding character. Our junior level recipient was Jordan Schrader, an SJVS veteran. Our senior level recipient was Shannon Rogers, new to SJVS, but outstanding nonetheless. Both have bright, beautiful spirits for serving others and both are excellent academic role models. Each student had the opportunity to select a mentor who had made a positive impact on her life. Jordan selected our very on Mr. V (Vasiliades) and commented on how his presence in her life as her English instructor for the past four years has helped to mold not only her academics, but the chapters in her life as well. Shannon was accompanied by Betty Bush, her community service volunteer partner. Shannon expressed her deep appreciation for how despite the 70 year age difference, she has learned so much from Betty on how being a servant to others can bring the ultimate joy. Both ladies were outstanding representatives for SJVS and I am so proud of them. I am also very proud of the rest of our SJVS students. Our FCAT/EOC testing season has been a tremendous success so far. Your scores will no doubt be a reflection of your positive work ethic. I have seen strong growth and success as the school year marches towards its end. We have less than a month left, and I know you all will work even harder to make sure you finish strong. Remember, all coursework, including proctored segment exams, must be completed by June 4 th . My advice is to finish early and be successful. Courses for next year are being added to schedules. We will have a pre-registration verification session on May 29 th and 30 th . Plan to attend one of those days to confirm elective choices. Our final SAC meeting is May 20 th at 9:30 a.m. at the Evelyn Hamblen Center. Please make plans to attend. We always appreciate participation from our SJVS families. Looking forward to finalizing a phenomenal first year! SJVS Student Meets Carrie Underwood Alexis Levea has a knack for getting results. Despite being born with Collagen II gene defect (which affects her bones and as a result her stature) she is one highly active person. Alexis has created her own successful YouTube channel which focuses on make-up application. But the SJVS freshman also has an uncanny ability for rubbing elbows with celebrities. Her many brushes with fame include NY Yankees future Hall-of-Famer, Derek Jeter and the rest of the Yankee squad. Additionally, she has met the NY Mets roster, the entire Boston Red Sox team, has a friend who plays for the Jacksonville Sharks and is good buddies with the Wolfson family (yes, as in Wolfson Children’s hospital). Most recently, she dipped backstage at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena to chat it up with country/pop superstar Carrie Underwood and her opening act, Hunter Hayes. Alexis had no idea as she was headed to the show that she would be meeting any celebrities. It was a surprise arranged by her good friend Grier. “At first, I thought I was being pranked,” she says, “I was looking around for the TV cameras from the show Punked.” Alexis was able to spend fifteen minutes with Carrie Underwood before the concert. She described the country sensation as “shorter than I imagined, soft-spoken, very nice and just beautiful.” Alexis also discovered that Carrie does all her own make-up for every show. If you are hoping to meet a celebrity, Alexis Levea just might be your ticket! SJVS student Alexi Levea with country music superstar and Grammy winner Carrie Underwood. Attention SJVS Students....Reporters Wanted If you would like to write for our school’s newsletter just contact Mary Johns, student editor, at virtualscoop@yahoo.com. We would also love to hear any ideas for news and for articles! St. Johns County Virtual School 1 Christopher Street St. Augustine, FL 32084 Page 3
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