On May 16, over 75 students, parents, and other community members gathered to showcase their engineering, programing, and team work skills that they have learned throughout the Lego Robotics league. The friendly competition consisted of 2 rounds in which students had to program their robots to deliver various objects as well as pick up and move other objects within a time limit. A good time was had by all. If you have any questions or would like to inquire about next seasons league (2015-2016) contact Mr. Bullis.

Fifth grade student members of the Student Team Of Reporters and Meteorologists (STORM group) researched, wrote, and produced a video about weather around the world.  They used the Wuppets (weather puppets) and a green screen in the making of their video.  To celebrate the completion of the video they enjoyed a Movie Premiere with popcorn and juice at their Weather Wednesday meeting.  

The STORM group is comprised of fifth grade students who volunteer to perform a service for the school.  They keep the school's community informed about the weather conditions.  They also track weather of the week, month, and school year.  They learn how to use the green screen for making videos.  On Weather Wednesdays they focus on learning more about different weather conditions and watching their weekly weather video that they video.  Our goal for next year is to partner up with another elementary school and compare and contrast their weather with ours and how that affects their lives.

For further information, contact Mrs. Stone in the Computer Lab  - dstone02@lausd.net.

Now get your popcorn ready, click play on the video below, and sit back and enjoy!

Thursday, May 21st, 2015 Vintage hosted a brunch with contributions from the Vintage staff.  This year's theme was "You are My Sunshine."   It is a small token of thanks for all those Vintage parents, friends, and families that have given their time and energy to make Vintage the special place it is for all of our students.  Your volunteer efforts, both big and small, all add up to improving the school and brightening our lives.  We understand how busy and hectic life can get so it is extra special to us that you choose to volunteer at Vintage.   Click here for more photos.

Monday, May 18th, 2015 Vintage's fifth grade students spent a long day at Hess Kramer Science Camp where the mountains meet the Malibu coast.  Students gathered together at Vintage at 8AM full of energy and excitement for this year end activity and returned back to campus at 8 PM tired but pleased with all they learned during the day. 

At camp, students participated in actives such as Science Cam, Oceans & Marine / Tide Pools (Students study tide pool specimens, learn about tides, wave action, gravitational pull of the moon and kelp forest), Adaptation Auction/ Mammalogy (Students learn about animal adaptations through an interactive auction), Riparian Ecology/Creek Hike, Adventure Rope Hill Hike (Students leaned about wild edibles, tracking, geology, chaparral ecosystem and Team Building games such as the giant sling shot).  


This day will remain a fond memory for Vintage's fifth graders.  Thank you to all the teachers and parents who made it possible.  Click here to take a look at the 2015 Hess Kramer Science Camp photo slideshow.

Monday, May 18th, 2015, Vintage's 4th graders were entertained by PBS's Joel Greene.  Portraying two characters from California's history, Mr. Greene, enthralled the students with facts about California mission history and the gold rush.  During his humorous and informative presentation, students were able to interact with Mr. Greene impressing him with knowledgeable  answers to his questions. They were able to see historical artifacts such as an original mission adobe brick, mission made soap and candle, a pick, and gold pan.  A highlight of the assembly was being able to pan for gold.  Click here for more photos of this enjoyable event.

To learn more about the California Brought to Life program and other programs visit http://historybroughttolife.com

Don't forget to check out Mr. Greene appearing on KVCR TV, Channel 24-PBS. Curiosity Quest and Curiosity Quest Goes Green.

Don't forget to stop by Menchie's at 17840 Chatsworth Street in Granada Hills.  Tell them you are from Vintage Magnet and will will get 20% of the purchase price.  Yea!  Yummy for you and money for Vintage - a win win!  

Vintage volunteers are invited to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Brunch.  Please join us on May, 21st, 2015 at 9:45 a.m. in Vintage's auditorium.  RSVP if you are able to come by returning the bottom portion of the form.  Vintage appreciates all its volunteers.  Your help gets things accomplished that might not get done otherwise.  What you do means a lot to the staff and students.

Click here for Volunteer Brunch form.

Vintage's Library will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair the week of May 11 - 15.  Please stop by and purchase some books or other items.  Each class will have an opportunity to come to the book fair.  See schedule below. Additionally the book fair will be open Thursday, May 14th at Open House.

This year's theme is "under the sea."  So stop by.  There will be plenty of Scholastic Squids to help you make some great book purchases.  Now is a great time to stock up on summer reading.  

Vintage Magnet School is please to invite you to our OPEN HOUSE on Thursday, May 14, from 5:30 to 7:30PM.  Reminder: This day is a minimum day with school out at 12:58 PM.  Classroom visitations will be conducted from 6:00 to 7:30PM.  We hope all families will be able to attend this special evening event.

This is an opportunity to learn more about the educational programs at our school, visit your child's classroom, see your child's work, and talk informally with your child's teacher. (This is not a time for individual parent/teacher conferences.) Children are welcome with an adult. 

Additionally, Book Fair will be open to stock up on summer reading materials.

Please Note: SCHEDULE FOR THE REST OF THIS YEAR
Monday, May 25th - Memorial Day – No School
Wednesday, June 3rd  - 5th Grade Culmination – 8:30 AM
Thursday, June 4 - Last day of school, MINIMUM Day, 8:15-12:58PM,  Kindergarten Culmination – 8:30 AM, - Report Cards go home

Click here for downloadable copy of Open House Flyer in English and Spanish.

Thanks to Vintage's wonderful families and friends, teachers and staff were made to feel like rock stars.  Through three sessions of lunches, teachers and staff were directed through a golden fringe entrance by an event coordinator and security guard who alerted the press and fans who was walking down the red carpet.  The paparazzi was there with camera capturing the moment.  Security was high that day as these stars filled up the Vintage Auditorium venue.  

Once inside Vintage's Stars were met with 'Swag Bags' of goodies.  A vast array of delectable treats were laid out for them to select from. Food was provided by "Vintage's Awesome Families Catering Company." Not a star left feeling a bit hungry.  It was noted that emotions ran high during the event as a few tears were seen with some staff overwhelmed by the thoughtfulness of their fans (a.k.a. as amazing Vintage families, friends, and students).  Teachers and staff want everyone involved to know how much that luncheon and all the goodies during the week have made them feel so appreciated.  Thank you, thank you, thank you!.

Fans... click here for photos of this star studded event.