Welcome to Van Voorhis Elementary School

Van Voorhis was fully accredited by NCA CASI in 2008.  We were specifically commended for our exemplary efforts to involve teachers in the understanding and use of data, purposefully planning and providing an extensive number of support services for our stakeholders, and most importantly, for providing a warm, welcoming environment that is safe and highly conducive to student learning. 

 

If new to Ft. Knox, find a wealth of information on the PCSing Families tab.  Get to know us by browsing our site for Academic Resources, Curriculum Guidelines and News and Information. If you have questions or concerns, contact Principal Laura Gibson or the Webmaster of this site.

 

Fun Days in May

Guest Readers show that Reading is Fundamental and...FUN!

2009 Van Voorhis Kindergarten graduates

3rd grade celebration

 

The race is on during Field Day.

 

Safety Safari

Andy Armadillo and Sparky spread the word on Safety!

 

 

 

 

Post Library

Activities for children are plentiful at Barr Library this summer. Consider these and other MWR activities when planning your summer fun.

 

DoDEA Customer Satisfaction Survey results

Results for the 2008-2009 Customer Satisfaction Survey are available for review. View the full report, our school report or results in specific categories. (Area: DDESS; District: Kentucky; School: Van Voorhis PS)

 

Change in early childhood entrance age

Effective for School Year 2009-2010, DoDEA schools will implement a change in the entrance age cut-off date for Early Childhood Education Programs. Read more about it on the DoDEA website.

 

Dates to Remember !

May 25	Memorial Day - No school
May 29	Kindergarten graduation VV cafeteria at 9:30 a.m.
	Last school day for students
Aug. 3	First school day for students

Total Enrollment: 387

Our Vision

Together: Nothing Less than the Best

 

Our Mission

The mission at Van Voorhis Elementary School is to provide a holistic learning environment where the military child is nurtured, challenged and inspired to reach excellence in academics and character.

 

 

Memorable Moments from SY 08-09

Calendars for School Years 09-12

 

Poems for the Month of the Military Child

What a life!
By Kitiara, Grade 3       

My daddy is honorable, brave and true.
He defends our country and the red, white, and blue.

I live in an army world,
where friends come and go.
But as soon as they leave, in moves someone else,
and our friendship begins to grow.

But with the snap of a finger,             
they leave too
And yet once gain, I find myself
feeling alone and blue.

My daddy goes away – far, far away.
For a year or more, he could stay.
The days and nights feel so long.
My sister and I have to be strong.

With prayers and faith,
God gets us through
Because my daddy defends the Lord’s
RED, WHITE, and BLUE!

 

Military Child
By Emma, Grade 2
I’m a military child, my dad goes away.
Sometimes he will even miss my birthday.
That’s OK, I’m a military child.
I make friends at lots of different schools.
I’m caring, friendly, helpful and loveable.
I’m this way because I’m a military child.