Vandercook Lake Public Schools

Please help us give a warm Jayhawk welcome to Mr. Josh Carr, our new Transportation Director! He's a Vandy graduate with experience in routing, driving, and mechanics. We're thrilled to have him back in Jayhawk Country! For all of our bus/van riders, Marcy will be staying on this week with Josh to provide a smooth transition for our families.

Congratulations to our 2025 All Conference Team football players Justin Barnes, Micah Crenshaw, Sam Griffin, Leland Barton, and honorable mention Davion Bradley!

Congratulations to cross country state qualifier, Dallas Swanepoel! He'll be racing at MIS, November 1st at 10:50am. Jayhawk Strong!

Middle school students are conducting an experiment in Ms. Fields computer science class. How many pennies can we place in the aluminum boat?

November Lunch Menus

Vandercook Lake Blood Drive @ MS/HS, November 7th, 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM. Scan the QR or use the link below to reserve your spot today!
https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11618792?scrlybrkr=066cb2f3

Student Open Fitness Center - Mondays and Wednesdays - 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Congratulations to our newly inducted National Honor Society members! Proud Jayhawks!

Welcome to Townsend Elementary, Dr. Sarah Thomas!

Halloween Parade at Townsend!

Good afternoon, This is Townsend Elementary reminding everyone that today, October 22nd is early release. Dismissal is at 2:15, please make sure your student is picked up on time. Thank you!

📣 HS Girls Basketball Open Gyms Are Back!
All high school girls interested in playing this season are invited to attend open gyms.
No experience needed — come get reps, meet teammates, and get ready for the season!

🚨 Now Open to the Community! 🚨
Our Fitness & Gym Center at Vandercook Lake MS/HS opens today — and admission is FREE for all community members 18+!

📍 Vandercook Lake MS/HS
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 6–8 PM

Come get active with us! 💪

Winter Sports Updates:

Please join us to hear all about our bond proposal that is on the November 4th ballot. We'll be in the high school library from 6-7pm on Tuesday, October 28th for an informational session and tour of the facilities.

What's included in our November 4th Bond Proposal for Vandercook Lake Public Schools? We created 7 videos to help you understand what will be on the ballot. One of the videos, like this one, shows you our roofing and HVAC needs with Superintendent Melissa Bradfield and Director of Operations Brian Masters. https://youtu.be/TJnOeJeFuSw

🚨 Vandercook Lake Basketball + Detroit Pistons Game Day! 🚨
Saturday, December 6

Come cheer on the Vandercook Lake Boys Varsity Basketball Team as they take on East Jackson High School at Little Caesars Arena at 12:00 PM — then stay for an exciting NBA matchup: Pistons vs. Bucks at 7:30 PM!

🎁 Ticket Includes:
✔️ Access to the High School Game (12pm)
✔️ Ticket to the Pistons Game (7:30pm)
✔️ FREE Pistons Item (redeemable at the NBA game)

🔗 Get your tickets: www.pistons.com/vandercook

📅 Deadline to purchase: Sunday, Nov 16

Let’s pack the arena with Vandercook pride! 🏀

Townsend Junior Jayhawks!