VLA Field trip to Asbury University's Miller Building is always a favorite.
University of the People, is the first ever non-profit, tuition-free, degree granting online university that just received WASC accreditation. Check out https://www.uopeople.edu/
Congratulations to VLA student, Leah Post, who attended the Kentucky United Nations Assembly and did a great job! Over 1,100 students from public and private high schools from all across Kentucky attended.
Leah received both Outstanding Speaker (voted on by the other school's delegations) and Outstanding Doorkeeper (yes, that's a thing at KUNA). We are proud of Leah!
VLA 8th graders took a field trip to both high schools, all three JCTC campuses and Asbury University. They learned a great deal about possible pathways to pursue and much more.
Jackson Birch took first place for singing at the statewide talent competition, Teen Talent. Congratulations! Jackson, we are so proud of you!
VLA student, Jameson Gaddis, taking trumpet lessons, doing warm ups and learning the grammatical scale. Just look at that perfect posture. Great job, Jameson.
Juniors, tomorrow is the ACT. Here are a few tips that were borrowed from the high school:
- Bring a charged and working school Chromebook tomorrow.
- Take a minute to check your room assignments on Google Classroom, they are also posted outside of guidance office.
- Top 5 Reasons Give Your Best Effort on the ACT:
- This is YOUR official score and is reported to colleges and universities.
- Your score is recorded in Infinite Campus and on your transcript.
- The ACT reflects on your high school and our ranking in the state
- Any student who scores a composite of 20 or higher will earn a final exemption for this spring.
- Students who score a composite of 32 or higher will have their names added to the Academic Wall of Fame.
- Top 5 Test Taking Tips:
- Answer every question, leave none blank, even if you have to guess.
- Don't rush- read each question carefully.
- Pace yourself- don't spend too much time on a question. If you can't figure it out, move on and come back to it.
- Use the answer options to help you narrow down your selection- some will be obviously incorrect.
- Review the questions BEFORE reading a passage or looking at a chart, to know what you are looking for ahead of time.
At a recent staff meeting, VLA student, Hailey Cuzick, surprised the group with her homemade cookies and cupcakes. They looked amazing and tasted wonderful as well! Thank you, Hailey! We see a future in the baking industry for you!
VLA students, parents and staff recently met at the Mercantile Coffee Shop to have some fun and fellowship while painting and crafting.
VLA students, parents and staff recently met at the Mercantile Coffee Shop to have some fun and fellowship while painting and crafting.
The VLA staff wishes everyone a wonderful winter break! We will see you on January 7th!
VLA Students and staff celebrated the end of a successful semester of virtual learning yesterday at our annual holiday party!
VLA student Jackson performed in his church Christmas choir over the weekend! We are so proud of the contributions our students make to the community!
The VLA staff wishes everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving break!!
VLA student Natalie is learning the food canning process from her grandmother as part of her independent study cooking class elective!
VLA 7th grader Jameson Gaddis is taking a pottery class for his independent study. Here are some of the pieces he and his dad, Jim, have created!
VLA student James Harley visited the National Infantry Museum in Columbus, Georgia over Fall Break. James plans to join the Army when he graduates!
VLA Celebrates Veterans Day!
October Student of the Month, Chase Adams, will be joining the Navy in December! Thank you for your service, Chase!
VLA students and staff had a fun afternoon at the November McDonald's Meetup!
Thank you, Astro, for loving on these animals who need a forever home.
