5950 Nichols Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127 | Phone: 678-594-8298
9/28 Family News and Notes
SHARE
Family News & Notes
September 28, 2025
π Rocket Blast Update! π₯
π Thank You for Blasting Off with Us! π
We’re thrilled to announce that Rocket Blast was a soaring success — we reached our fundraising goal even before Field Day fun began during specials! π
But the celebration isn’t over yet...
π¬ Mark Your Calendars: October 3 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Join us for a FREE Family Movie Night under the stars, sponsored by PTSA!
We’ll be showing Lilo & Stitch on the primary field, and you’re invited to bring:
π§Ί Blankets
πͺ Lawn Chairs
π₯ͺ Your Favorite Picnic Snacks
Let’s celebrate together with laughter, love, and a little bit of “ohana” magic. π
π Thank you for being part of our Mission: Success!
Family Input
Cognia Surveys Available Sept 10 to Oct 17
The Cognia Student, Parent, and Staff Surveys are designed to collect data on student academic learning and wellness during the current school year. Participation in each survey is anonymous and voluntary, and participation is highly encouraged. The survey results will provide the Cognia Accrediting Agency, Cobb County School District, and local schools with data regarding student learning environment, staff input, and parent feedback to support continuous learning. Cognia Parent Survey
Family Needs
How can we support our Vaughan families? The Family Needs Assessment provides the counseling department with valuable information used in identifying resources, program planning and collaboration between home and school to ensure our students' success and well-being. Please complete the survey using the link below.
π Every nomination enters a raffle for a chance to:
Have the nominee’s name proudly displayed on our school marquee
Win a special prize!
Thank you for recognizing the incredible work of our team!
CCSD Fall Learning Quest
Welcome to the Cobb County School District’s Fall Learning Collection. These collections include instructional activities students can complete during Fall Break. There are no grades associated with these activities as they serve as an optional supplement to the instruction your student receives throughout the school year. Activities are available for each day of the Fall break and can be completed at a time convenient for the family. Click the link below and enter the access key: FLC2025
π Bruster’s Spirit Day – Fall Break Edition! π¦
Take a break and treat yourself! Join us 2–8 PM at Bruster’s for a sweet celebration during fall break.
Whether you're craving a cone, a sundae, or something chilly and delicious, we've got your spirit covered.
Bring your friends, wear your school colors, and let’s make it a flavorful fall memory! πβ¨
πβ¨ This Week at Vaughan September 29-October 3 β¨π
Goodies with Grownups — Sponsored by PTSA
π You're Invited! π
Start your morning with smiles and sweet treats! Join us for Goodies with Grownups, a special breakfast event where grownups and students can enjoy a tasty treat and a drink together before the school day begins.
π Dates to Remember:
September 30 – Families with last names A–L
October 1 – Families with last names M–Z
π Time: 7:00 am to 7:45 am
π Location: School Cafeteria
Come share a moment, a quick treat, and a memory with your student. We can't wait to see you there!
Book Fair
From the Librarian
-Please join us for Literati's 'Tumble into Tales' Bookfair from 9/29-10/3. The bookfair will be open daily from 7:15-3:15, and on 10/3 (Vaughan's Movie Night) from 6:30-7:30. The bookfair is a great way to support the school library and find some new books for your child.
-We would love volunteers to assist during the bookfair! Please visit the link if you are able to join in a volunteer capacity.
-The online bookfair is already open! If you would like to shop early, please visit this link! Your online purchases also help raise money for the library.
Thank you for your support!
Strong 4 Life Pep Rally October 2
π Get Ready to Rally! π
Mark your calendars — our Strong4Life Challenge Pep Rally is happening on October 2 in the gym!
All students and staff are invited to join this energizing, hourlong assembly where the Challenge Team will pump up the crowd and share the four powerful habits for a healthier life.
Expect music, movement, and motivation — let’s kick off the Strong4Life Challenge with spirit and strength! πͺπΆπ
Student Celebrations!
πβ¨ SOAR-ing at Vaughan! β¨π
π Congratulations to this week’s PBIS Raffle Winners! These amazing Rockets showed outstanding responsibility and earned their Mission: Success stickers! π
Your positive choices are lighting the way — keep soaring, keep shining, and keep showing what it means to be a Vaughan Rocket! π«
ππ Happy Birthday, Rockets! ππ
Wishing all our birthday stars a day filled with joy, laughter, and out-of-this-world celebrations! ππ
π Vaughan Spirit Wear Winner! π
We’ve got school spirit and it shows! π
Congratulations to our Vaughan Spirit Wear Winner — rocking that school pride in style! π
π All Aboard the PBIS Express! π
Congratulations to our Bus Behavior Superstars!
These students have shown Respect, Responsibility, and Safety while riding the bus—and now they’re riding high as our PBIS Bus Winners!
π Terrific Kids Word of the Month: Compassion! π
These rockets soared with kindness, showing true compassion in their classrooms. Whether lending a helping hand, sharing a smile, or standing up for a friend — they’ve proven that caring is cool! πβ¨
Best Wishes Nurse Atkins!
Important Upcoming Dates
Sept 29-10/3 Fall Bookfair
Sept 30 PTSA 7:00-7:45 a.m. Goodies with Grownups (A-L)
1- PTSA 7:00-7:45 am Goodies with Grownups (M-Z)
2 Strong 4 Life pep rally
3 PTSA Movie Night 6:30-8:30 pm
6-10 CogAT testing for 1st and 3rd grades
7-11 Public Safety Appreciation Week
13 Digital Learning Day
14-17 Early Release/Conference Week
13-17 National School Lunch Week
21-25 National School Bus Safety Week (bus driver appreciation)
21-29 IOWA testing for 3rd and 5th grades
23 Terrific Kids: Respectful
24 PTSA Monster Mash 6-8 pm
31 Wacky Hair Day (Rally $1 donation)
Vaughan Vision: An innovative learning community achieving academic excellence for all.
The electronic translation service is hosted by Google Translate. The quality of the translation will vary in some of the languages offered by Google. Google Translate is a free service and currently offers translation in over 50 languages, although an impressive number, this does not capture all languages or dialects. The basic translationβs goal is to capture the general intention of the original English material.
The Cobb County School District does not guarantee the quality, accuracy or completeness of any translated information. Before you act on translated information, the District encourages you to confirm any facts that are important to you and affect any decisions you may make.
The Cobb County School District is committed to parent, family and community engagement, and it is our hope that by providing this tool on our website that we are making our information more accessible to families whose first language is not English and thereby enabling better engagement in public education.