🧡🖤 The first day of school is TOMORROW, Vulcans, Central Elementary families, please take a few minutes today to review the new dismissal procedures for this school year. We’ve included the important information below so families can easily find the procedure that applies to their student. You can also view the full information on the district website here: 🔗 https://www.vassar.k12.mi.us/o/ces/live_feeds/12768318 The goal is to keep dismissal safe, organized, and efficient for all students and families. Please be patient during the first few days as everyone gets used to the new routine. Students, please follow staff directions and remember our Vulcan Values: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe. 🧡 First day is a 1/2 day, please follow the 1/2 day instructions in parentheses below. 🚗 CAR RIDERS — ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN • Car rider check-in begins at 2:45 p.m. Please do not arrive early. (First day is a 1/2 day, so this means check in begins at 11:45 a.m.) • Check in with dismissal staff before entering the dismissal loop. Please have your driver’s license ready. Staff will check your ID and ask for your student’s name and grade. • After checking in, proceed into the car loop and move into one of the two designated rows as directed by staff. • Remain in your vehicle at all times. • Staff will assist students with loading into vehicles. • If your child needs assistance buckling their seat belt, please pull into a safe area after exiting the car loop before assisting them. • For the safety of all students and families, do not exit the car loop until your row has been directed to leave. 🎒 STUDENT CAR RIDERS — WHAT TO DO • Walk quietly to the gym and sit in your assigned grade-level area. • Listen carefully, and when your name appears on the screen, line up in the order directed by staff. 🚌 BUS RIDERS • Students will remain in their classrooms until dismissed by their teacher. • Kindergarten–3rd Grade: Dismissal begins at 3:05 p.m. (12:05 for 1/2 day) in this order: Purple Hall, Red Hall, then Green Hall. • 4th–5th Grade: Dismissal begins at 3:08 p.m. (12:08 for 1/2 day) from Blue Hall. • Kindergarten and 1st grade students will be escorted to their buses by their assigned para. • Students in grades 2–5 will be supervised by all other available staff throughout the hallways. • If you are waiting for your bus, stand against the wall/lockers so hallways remain clear for students walking to the gym. 🚶🚲 WALKERS & BIKE RIDERS • Students will be dismissed with their class and teacher. • Meet Ms. Hoerlein in the Library. • Walkers and bike riders will be dismissed after all cars and buses have left the parking lot. • Students will then be escorted by staff to the bike racks and walker dismissal area. • Please stay on the sidewalk, watch carefully for vehicles, and follow directions. 🔑 LATCHKEY STUDENTS • Students will be dismissed with their class and teacher. • Go directly to the Latchkey room. • Ms. Darcy will be ready for you when your class arrives. 📌 DISMISSAL CHANGES & EARLY PICKUP • Any dismissal changes must be communicated to the elementary secretary before 2:30 p.m (11:30 for 1/2 day) • Students being picked up for an early dismissal must be checked out before 2:45 p.m. (11:45 a.m. for 1/2 day) 🌅 MORNING DROP-OFF Morning drop-off will follow a similar driving path. Simply pull up to the sign near the front door, where a staff member will be waiting, and your student can hop out of the car! 📱 Be sure to follow the Central Elementary Facebook page for school-specific reminders, updates, and information throughout the year: https://tinyurl.com/CentralSchoolVassar Thank you for helping make arrival and dismissal safe and smooth for everyone. We can’t wait to welcome our Vulcans back tomorrow! 🧡🖤 #WeAreVassar #VulcanPride #ForgeOn #CommunityStrong
11 days ago, Andrea Legue
Dear Central Elementary Families,

As we prepare for another exciting school year, we want to share our updated dismissal procedures. Our goal is to ensure that every student gets home safely and that dismissal is as efficient as possible. Your patience and cooperation are essential to making this process successful.

Please take a few moments to review the attached Central Elementary Student Dismissal & Car Rider Procedures. There are several important updates for this school year, especially for families who pick up students in the car rider line. This information will also be given at Open House tonight!

Families with bus riders, walkers, bike riders, and latchkey students will also find important dismissal information in the attached procedures.

We understand that any new process takes a little time to learn. During the first few days of school, dismissal may take a little longer as everyone becomes familiar with the procedures. By working together and following these guidelines, we can provide a safe, organized, and efficient dismissal for all students.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and partnership. We are looking forward to a wonderful school year with your children!

Courtney Delling
Central Elementary Principal
14 days ago, Andrea Legue
Central dismissal procedure
Central dismissal procedure

Children 18 years old and younger can receive FREE breakfasts and lunches throughout the summer. Each registered child will receive:
7 Days of Breakfasts and Lunches along with Menu & Food Handling Instructions

📍 Meals will be available for pick up at
Vassar High School
220 Athletic Street, Vassar, MI 48768
(Front Doors) from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📝 How to Order:
Orders will open. The following link will open for orders on Monday, July 20: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeltOHB9Cs4kpyeVhbLaqWoV7BEkTkk2UrkLyassb59ZtSo7A/viewform and will remain open until 3:00 PM on Wednesday, July 22.

⚠️ Please Note:
• A parent or guardian must pick up meals.
• Meals may only be picked up for children in your household.
• Meals are available for pick up on July 29

about 1 month ago, Stacy Esterline
oragne and black background with white, orange and black text inviting families of children 18 and under to praticipate in the summer eat up and meet up food program. Also includes two children smiling holding a lunch try of food and the Vassar block V logo.

Children 18 years old and younger can receive FREE breakfasts and lunches throughout the summer. Each registered child will receive:
7 Days of Breakfasts and Lunches along with Menu & Food Handling Instructions

📍 Meals will be available for pick up at
Vassar High School
220 Athletic Street, Vassar, MI 48768
(Front Doors) from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📝 How to Order:
Orders will open. The following link will open for orders on Monday, July 13: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeltOHB9Cs4kpyeVhbLaqWoV7BEkTkk2UrkLyassb59ZtSo7A/viewform and will remain open until 3:00 PM on Wednesday, July 15.

⚠️ Please Note:
• A parent or guardian must pick up meals.
• Meals may only be picked up for children in your household.
• Meals are available for pick up on July 22

about 1 month ago, Stacy Esterline
Orange and vlack backgrouns with white, black, and orange writing inviting families with children 18 or younger to participate in the summer eat up and meet up food program.

Children 18 years old and younger can receive FREE breakfasts and lunches throughout the summer. Each registered child will receive:
7 Days of Breakfasts and Lunches along with Menu & Food Handling Instructions

📍 Meals will be available for pick up at
Vassar High School
220 Athletic Street, Vassar, MI 48768
(Front Doors) from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📝 How to Order:
Orders will open. The following link will open for orders on Monday, July 6: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeltOHB9Cs4kpyeVhbLaqWoV7BEkTkk2UrkLyassb59ZtSo7A/viewform and will remain open until 3:00 PM on Wednesday, July 8.

⚠️ Please Note:
• A parent or guardian must pick up meals.
• Meals may only be picked up for children in your household.
• Meals are available for pick up on July 15

about 2 months ago, Stacy Esterline
Orange and black background with white and clack and orange writing inviting families to join us for free meals for children under 18.

Children 18 years old and younger can receive FREE breakfasts and lunches throughout the summer. Each registered child will receive:
7 Days of Breakfasts and Lunches along with Menu & Food Handling Instructions

📍 Meals will be available for pick up at
Vassar High School
220 Athletic Street, Vassar, MI 48768
(Front Doors) from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📝 How to Order:
Orders will open. The following link will open for orders on Monday, June 29: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeltOHB9Cs4kpyeVhbLaqWoV7BEkTkk2UrkLyassb59ZtSo7A/viewform and will remain open until 3:00 PM on Wednesday, July 1.

⚠️ Please Note:
• A parent or guardian must pick up meals.
• Meals may only be picked up for children in your household.
• Meals are available for pick up on July 8

about 2 months ago, Stacy Esterline
Vassar Public Schools is pleased to announce that we will be participating in the Summer Food Service Program - Meet Up and Eat Up. This program allows children 18 and younger to receive breakfast and lunch absolutely free. Vassar Schools will provide families with 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches per registered child, we will also include a menu and handling instructions. We will offer these meals from July 8th 2026 through July 29th 2026. The link to this google sheet will be sent by text message each Monday when ordering opens and will remain open until 3 pm Wednesday each week. A reminder text message will be sent on Wednesday mornings. A parent or guardian must pick up the meals, you may NOT pick-up meals for neighbors. The first sign-up sheet will be available June 29th and close on July 1st with food being available for pick-up on July 8th between 11am - 1pm. ORDER MEALS - Monday, June 29th - July 1st - MEAL PICK-UP July 8th between 11am-1pm Meal pick-up will be at Vassar High School, 220 Athletic Street, Vassar MI, 48768 at the front doors.
🎒 Kindergarten Round-Up is coming to Central Elementary! 🎉

Join us April 8–9 to welcome our newest learners and get a peek at all the fun kindergarten has to offer!

📍 Central Elementary School
425 Division Street, Vassar, MI

👉 Check out the flyer for details and to schedule your appointment—we can’t wait to meet you!
5 months ago, Stacy Esterline
flier with this link to schedule appointment for kkindergarten round up https://forms.gle/1n9tfY2CnHNYJsp39
Just a reminder for students and parents! Don't forget about the KISS dance next Friday, Mar. 20th at Central! You can still turn in your registration on Monday! Extra registration forms are available in the office if needed.
5 months ago, Andrea Legue
KISS Dance
We look forward to welcoming everyone to Central Elementary for a special evening of literacy, games, and fun for the whole family! This event is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy engaging reading activities and hands-on experiences that highlight the joy and importance of reading.

Be sure to mark your calendars for Friday, February 27th, from 5:30–7:30 PM. We can’t wait to see you there for an evening full of learning, laughter, and literacy!
6 months ago, Andrea Legue
Central-Rock and Read
Central Families!
Please check your emails for an important update from Principal Courtney Delling regarding changes to the dismissal procedures for those who pick up their students.

We appreciate your cooperation as we implement changes to ensure the safety of our families during dismissal time.
8 months ago, Stacy Esterline
Central Families!
Don't forget the K.I.S.S dance is this Friday! We can't wait to see you all.
10 months ago, Stacy Esterline
KISS Dance Flier
🎉 We heard you! Our online apparel store with updated logos is officially open!
🛒 Shop now through Friday, September 19
💙 Minimal markup of $ 1-$ 2 on each item – proceeds support student & staff appreciation programs (like PBIS & Staff Appreciation Week)

👉 https://vassarapparel25.itemorder.com/

Show your Vassar school spirit and grab your gear today! 🔥👕🧢
12 months ago, Stacy Esterline
Picture Day is Friday, Sept. 12th!  Picture and yearbook order forms will be coming home this week! 

K-5th grade pictures can also be ordered online at www.mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT3C9CMR

K-5th grade yearbooks can be ordered online at www.ybpay.lifetouch.com using Yearbook ID Code: 14619726

Extra order forms are available in the office.
12 months ago, Andrea Legue
Picture day
picture order form
yearbook order form