Vandenberg Elementary
24901 Cathedral  Redford, MI   48239   Phone:313-532-0300   Fax: 313-532-0327 
 MAP   Kindergarten - 5th Grade   Office Hours    8:00 a.m. –  4:30 p.m.         School Hours    8:45 a.m. –  3:36 p.m. 


 

Principal,
Syndee Malek
ext. 1855

Secretary, ext. 1859 
Kathy Sternfels
sterka01@southredford.net 

Media Center and

Accelerated Reader 

 ParentConnection

Parent Resources

PTO Information

 Just for Families
Math Trailblazers

Bus Stops

Book Fair
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Book Fair Blizzard

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Health & Wellness

Commission on Children's Issues presents Basketball Jones
Parents, students and staff are invited to attend a high energy basketball show with great tricks. In addition, Basketball Jones will supply a few life lessons. Don't miss this fabulous event, hurry as space is limited to the first 100 people.  This event is sponsored by the Commission on Children's Issues. Friday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. at Fisher gym. Please RSVP at 313-387-2787.

 Tom Burnosky Resigns from Board of Education
At the Regular Board of Education meeting held Monday, April 14, Cheryl Flesher, Board Treasurer read a letter of resignation from Board of Education Trustee, Tom Burnosky. The Board vacancy shall be filled from among registered school electors of the South Redford School District by a majority vote of the remaining Board members.  Residents of South Redford are notified of the following Board vacancy and the application process. See notification

Notice of Special Board of Education Meeting 
Monday, April 28, 2008  6:30 p.m.  in the Board Office
Persons interested in appointment to this position are invited to submit a background résumé to the Board office located in the Jan W. Jacobs Educational Services Center, 26141 Schoolcraft Road, no later than 4:00 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2008.  Applicants are then asked to appear at a special Board meeting to be held on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 6:30 p.m., at the Jan W. Jacobs Educational Services Center, at which time the appointee will be selected.  Call the Board office at 535-4000 ext. 1012 and ask to be referred to the Board President for further information.

Thurston Drama Club presents Anything Goes -
 April 18 - 20  - See Anything Goes Flyer

Dr. William F. Weber Performing Arts Center
 Parents, guardians and students are invited to attend the Gala Celebration and Dedication Ceremony of the Dr. William F. Weber Performing Arts Center on Thursday, May 1, at Thurston High School at  6:45 p.m. Tickets are required, however tickets are free and will be used to help plan for the event. Contact Mrs. Connie Marshall for tickets after April 16 at 313-535-4000, ext. 1012.

PaySchools Online Payment System
 PaySchools program allows you to make school-related payments online via e-check or credit card at your convenience. Payments made to Food Services accounts by 12:00 a.m. (midnight) are applied by 11:00 a.m. (before lunch) the following business.

2007 - 2008 Bus Stops
Parents and guardians please,  remind your students to: be at the bus stop at  least 10 minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive. By working together, we can ensure the safety of your child to-and-from school and maintain the designated bus schedule. Students should know and adhere to the Bus Rules. Should you have any questions regarding this matter, you may contact Mr. John Duncan at duncjo01@southredford.net.

Parenting Tips: Bystanders Stop Bullying Video
If you’re looking for parenting tips and insights into parenting
skills, check out Connect with Kids . 

Student Assessment and Testing Schedule Information
Are you wondering about the next test your child will be taking.
 What is the DIBELS test?  What is the PLAN test and when will my child take the test?  When is the MEAP test? You can find the answers to these questions and become acquainted with assessment terms at the South Redford Assessment and Testing Schedule web site.
See Assessment and Testing Schedule.

Are your child's immunizations up to date? 
Parents and guardians of a child enrolling in a school for the first time must submit a certificate showing required immunizations have been given. Updated immunization records must also be submitted to the school office as your child receives additional doses. See the MI Department of Ed.  web site for an immunization schedule. 

Grade Level Content Expectation Parent's Guides
A Parent's Guide to Grade Level Content Expectations booklet is intended to give parents an overview of the Grade Level Content Expectations.  It is a  tool to facilitate communication between parents and teachers enabling parents to be a partner in their child's education. Select Grade Level Content Guides.

 Our Mission    We, the staff of Vandenberg Elementary, in    partnership with parents and the community, believe all children can learn. We will provide a safe and orderly environment that offers varied educational opportunities, which will enable children to master academic, physical and life skills. We will strive together to empower each student to reach his or her potential as a lifelong learner and a contributing citizen.

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                         Last updated: 04/23/08      copyright © 2000-2005 South Redford School District, Redford, Michigan U.S.A.