Vel Phillips Middle School - Oshkosh

10/15/2026

We’d like to give a huge shout out to our VelCRO parents for providing dinner during this evening’s parent-teacher conferences. Check out this amazing spread.

10/15/2026

Hello VPMS Families! See this week's newsletter linked below! Remember there is no school tomorrow, enjoy your long weekend!

VPMS Weekly Newsletter

10/13/2026

Just a reminder that tonight is our Culver’s Fundraiser at the Westowne location! We will be here from 5pm-7pm! Hope to see you there!

Hello Vel Families! Just a reminder that tomorrow is our Culver's fundraiser at the Westowne location! Be sure to stop by to support our students from 5pm-7pm.

10/13/2026

Join us Friday, October 16 for a Fall & Farm themed Non-School Day at the Club!

Members can enjoy a full day of fall fun, games, activities, and time with friends. And if you’re up for an adventure, we have two optional field trips planned:

🐑 K–2nd Grade: The Little Farmer | $10/child
🚜 3rd–5th Grade: Flyte Farm | $10/child

📅 Friday, October 16
⏰ 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
💙 K–5th Grade: $15/child
💙 6th–12th Grade: FREE

👉 Register through the Parent Portal! https://bgcoshkosh.my.site.com/portal

We’re ready for a day full of fall, farms, and fun! 🍎🌾🐮

10/12/2026

Hello Vel Families! Just a reminder that tomorrow is our Culver's fundraiser at the Westowne location! Be sure to stop by to support our students from 5pm-7pm.

10/09/2026

🎉 School Food Pantry Update! 🎉

We are thrilled to share that in just our first two weeks, our school food pantry has distributed 959 food items to support our amazing students and families! 🍎🍞📦

We are here to help make sure every family in our school community has access to nutritious food. Whether you need a few extra items for the week or ongoing support, our pantry is open and ready for you.

Thank you to everyone who has supported, donated, and helped spread the word. Together, we are building a stronger, healthier community! ❤️

Check out the image below for more details, and please share this post so every family knows about this resource!

Check out this 24 x 18 in designed by Michelle Smithson.

10/09/2026

Hello Vel Phoenix! See this week's newsletter linked below! Enjoy the beautiful weather!

VPMS Weekly Newsletter

10/08/2026

Less than a week away!! Don't forget to reserve your spot today for our upcoming program, "Running on Empty" with Molly Hildebrandt.

Do you feel like you are running on empty? Snapping at the people you love the most? This is not a parenting class. This is four evenings for YOU, with real tools to dissolve the stress, triggers, and burnout that follows you home.

When: Tuesday - Oct. 13, Oct. 20, Nov. 3 & Nov. 10.
Dinner 5:00-5:30. Program 5:30 - 7:00

Where: Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh Hyde Family Community Center, Door 11. 545 Monroe St.

Cost: There is no cost. This program is sponsored by the Women's Fund. Dinner & Childcare are included. A free 1:1 coaching session is offered for every family that attends the full series AND a $50 gift card for your investment in yourself!

Reserve your spot today by emailing [email protected]

10/13 - Stay Steady When Others Don't Communicate & Repair
10/20 - Unmasking Uniqueness: The Key to Connection
11/3 - Dissolve the Distractions: Triggers & Depression
11/10 - Heal From Within: Anxiety & Burnout

10/08/2026

Parent Teacher Conferences are quickly approaching! Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 15th from 4-8pm. Conferences are being scheduled by appointments via PTCfast. If appointment times fill up please reach out to your student's teacher to set up an alternative time.

Sign Up Here: https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Vel_Phillips_Middle_School
Directions Here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/15cSCjQVEcdqdmH1neEvA8gm7WaiYmhpEUcRhzRI4yMU/edit?tab=t.0

*Reminder no need to sign up for homebase teachers*