Veterans Park Academy for the Arts

09/02/2026

A big thank you to the Lee County Rotary Club for their generous $250 donation to our school garden!

We secured donated organic compost from Lee County Recycling Center, and the Rotary Club’s contribution has provided the additional funding needed for the topsoil and perlite to amend our soil mix. Thanks to their support, our raised beds will be fully prepped and ready for planting!

Our VPAA Agriculture teacher, Ms. Dill, and our students are hard at work starting every plant from seed this year. So far they have planted sunflowers, zinnias, marigolds, pumpkins, eggplant, basil, and a wide variety of tomatoes, peppers, and beans.

We are so grateful to the Rotary Club and our community for supporting hands-on learning for our students!

09/02/2026

👓 Free Eye Exams & Glasses for Your Student! 👓

The Florida Heiken Children's Vision Program bus is coming to VPAA on October 5th and October 8th to provide FREE comprehensive eye exams and glasses to students in need!

Did you know? You can apply for this service every single year—whether your child needs an updated prescription, replacement glasses, or a first-time vision check.

Who is eligible?
Any student who needs glasses, requires a new prescription/replacement pair, or is suspected of having trouble seeing.

How to apply:

Head to floridaheiken.org

Complete the quick online application prior to the visit.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to make sure your student is set up for academic success! 📚✨

09/01/2026

🗓😁Thank you, smiLee Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, for our magnetic calendars!

09/01/2026

Our kindergarten class took on their first painting lesson of the year! Inspired by artist Mark Rothko, they experimented with bold shapes and vibrant colors while mastering the basics: holding a paintbrush correctly, using paint carefully, and exploring shape design.

Look at these proud little artists! 🎨✨

08/26/2026

From planting seeds to solving real-world challenges, learning is always growing in Mrs. Dills’ Agriculture and STEM classes! 🌱🔬 Our students are taking a deep dive into science concepts with hands on learning!

08/24/2026

Turn your everyday grocery runs into cash for our school! 📱✨

No more clipping paper physical box tops—raising funds is now easier than ever with the Box Tops for Education app.

How to Start Earning in 3 Easy Steps:

Download the App: Search for "Box Tops for Education" in the App Store or Google Play.

Select Our School: Set up your free account and choose our school as your beneficiary.

Scan Your Receipts: Tap the scan button and take a photo of your paper store receipt (or submit digital receipts for online grocery orders) within 14 days of purchase.

The app automatically detects participating items—like Cheerios, Nature Valley, Pillsbury, and Annie's—and instantly credits our school's account!

Every single box top adds up and directly supports classroom supplies, school events, and student programs. Invite grandparents, friends, and family to download the app and select our school, too!

Download today and scan your next receipt! ✂️📲

08/18/2026

😁Get ready to smile! School Picture Day is coming up soon.

📸 Save the Date: School Picture Day

What: Individual student portraits
When: Elem Picture Day - Aug 27th and MS Picture Day - Aug 28th
Dress Code: Standard school uniform required
Details: Check your child’s backpack this week for order flyers and details!

08/17/2026

🍎 Help Us Recognize Our Amazing VPAA Teachers! 🍎
Do you know a teacher at Veterans Park Academy for the Arts who goes above and beyond, inspires creativity, and makes a lasting impact in the classroom? Now is your chance to give them the recognition they deserve! Nominations are officially OPEN for the annual Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Program! It only takes a few minutes to nominate an educator who has made a difference in your student's life. Let's show Lee County how incredible our VPAA teachers are! 🎨🎭🎶📚

🍎 Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Program Nominations Are OPEN! 🍎

It’s that time of year again! We are excited to open nominations for our Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Program, celebrating the outstanding educators who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of their students and our community.

Do you know a teacher who deserves to be recognized for their dedication, passion, and impact? Nominate them for a Golden Apple!

🍎 Scan the QR code to submit your nomination
🔗 Or use the link below to nominate an outstanding teacher

👉 https://apply.leeschoolfoundation.org/

Help us shine a spotlight on the incredible educators who make a difference every day! ✨

School District of Lee County

08/17/2026

🧊✨ Hands-on Learning in Action! ✨🧊

Our elementary STEM students are taking geometry to the next level! They became master architects—building and exploring 3D shapes. From cubes to pyramids, our young innovators are discovering how math and design come together! 📐💡

08/16/2026

Important: F.A.S.T. PM1 Testing Dates for Families! 📝✨

We are preparing for the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (F.A.S.T.) Progress Monitoring 1 (PM1). Please help your student prepare by ensuring they are ready to do their best!

How to Prepare:
💤 Get plenty of sleep.
⏰ Arrive between 8:10-8:35 a.m.
🎧 Bring wired headphones if in KG or accommodations allow.
🔋 Have their Chromebook fully charged.
🌟 Offer plenty of encouragement to try their very best.

Results will be available in Focus in the days following the test.

For more information, please visit: https://flfast.org/families.html