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Family News and Notes

October 12, 2026
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Thank You!

Thank you for supporting SPLOST! Thanks to Cobb County School District SPLOST, we will be receiving a new HVAC system, new roof, and all new flooring! We anticipate construction to begin during this school year. 

Our most recent SPLOST projects include the digital marquee, front awning, and primary playground. We can't wait to keep you posted on our newest projects!
 

Milestones Student Performance

We are so proud of our Vaughan students! They consistently score well above the District average in all content areas of the Milestones!

  • 97.8% of Vaughan 3rd grade students score levels 2-4 on the math Milestones - higher than all other west Cobb elementary schools!
  • 96.8% of Vaughan 4th grade students score levels 2-4 on the math Milestones - more than 9% higher than District! 
  • 65% of Vaughan 5th grade students score levels 3-4 on the math Milestones - the best level 3-4 performance in our school & 13% higher than District!
  • 88.3% of 5th grade students score levels 2-4 on the science Milestones - 16% higher than District and 2nd in west Cobb!
 

We Need Your Help!

Reminder: Please help us reach our parent participation goal for the Cognia Family Survey!

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.
 
A flyer for a Coffee Chat about Zones of Regulation at Home, featuring a cute green coffee mug illustration.

Coffee Chat with the Counselors

Please join us for this special family presentation on October 20th at 8:15am.

Learn all about utilizing the zones of regulation at home and school for student success! 
 
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PBIS

💡 We are excited for our First PBIS Experience Opportunity! For only 75 points, students may choose from an experience from the list for their grade level.
💡 The PBIS Family app wlll help you stay up-to-date with PBIS points and behavioral communication! Access letters will be available from classroom teachers during conferences. Please reach out to Mrs. Boone with any questions. nicola.boone@cobbk12.org
 

Student Celebrations

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We Feel the Need to Read

We continue to recognize students who read 20, 60, or 100 books with a special brag tag. Congratulations to these second and third graders for earning their first Brag tags this week!
Keep reading, keep tracking those books, and keep working toward your next milestone! 📖✈️ 
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🚌✨ A big shoutout to these students for demonstrating outstanding SOARing behavior on the bus this week! Keep SOARing on the bus by making choices that help everyone feel safe and respected.
🚌Congratulations to Melonie for winning the 10th raffle ticket for Bus 1994! I am sure that they enjoyed their dance party celebration!
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❤️💙 Spirit wear winner alert! 🚀 This Rocket showed up in style and earned a Chick-fil-A gift card! Way to represent Vaughan! 🐔🎉
 
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Autumn Wellness

I'm here to keep our students healthy, happy, and ready to learn. If you have questions about your child’s health, asthma care, or nutrition, stop by or call the clinic anytime. 
Nurse Jackie
 
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Library News

🎉Gather 'round for the Literati Fall Book Fair - this week! ⛺
Your purchases from the book fair help raise money for library initiatives while growing your child's book collection! We truly appreciate the support.
The bookfair will be open daily from 7:15-2:45. Students can shop from 7:15-12:00, or come with their adult from 7:15-7:50 or 12:30-2:45. 
Cash and card are accepted! 
The online fair is already open! Shop online to avoid the line and have a wider selection. 

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🎉Congratulations to Ison Beck - our Beanstack Reader of the Week! 🏆Way to go Ison for logging your reading for a week straight (and for reading one of Mrs. Zolan's favorite books 😉)!

Our October challenge "Fuel Up for Fall" is live and it's Beanstack Bingo! Students can earn badges by logging minutes and book reviews! 

Keep reading, rockets! 🚀
 
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Monster Mash - October 23rd

🚗 Trunk or Treat – Want to decorate your trunk and pass out candy? Participants provide the first large bag of candy, and PTSA will help keep the treats flowing afterward. 🍭 Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090544A5AD2DA75-66428750-trunk 

📲 Or scan the QR code on the flyer!
 
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Calendar of Events

Think a staff member is doing an amazing job? Take time to recognize them through Staff Member of the Month!

12- Digital Learning Day (no school)/Report cards in ParentVue (5:00 p.m.) 
13-16 Conference Week (early release)/ Book Fair
13- Goodies with Grownups (A-L)
14- Goodies with Grownups (M-Z)
20- Coffee Chat with Counselors (Parent Seminar); School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
23- Monster Mash (6-8pm)
 

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