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This free summer program supports students who completed VPK and are preparing to begin kindergarten. STEP into K helps students build skills, confidence, and a strong foundation before the school year begins.
Families can learn more here:
https://www.indianriverschools.org/o/sdirc/page/step-into-kindergarten
2026 STEP into K registration Form:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ax2isW7tbUiLCDMODbOOaG5jJ5S9wk9JqVmJW4XtahtUQTAxQVM5UVc5TTBaU01NMjlIT1lZNzk0Ti4u
Spots are limited, so families are encouraged to review the program details and complete the application during the open window.
STEP into K ya está abierto en #MySDIRC.
Este programa gratuito de verano apoya a los estudiantes que completaron VPK y se están preparando para comenzar kindergarten. STEP into K ayuda a los estudiantes a desarrollar destrezas, confianza y una base sólida antes de que comience el año escolar.
Las familias pueden obtener más información aquí:
https://www.indianriverschools.org/o/sdirc/page/step-into-kindergarten
Formulario de inscripción de STEP into K 2026:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ax2isW7tbUiLCDMODbOOaG5jJ5S9wk9JqVmJW4XtahtUQTAxQVM5UVc5TTBaU01NMjlIT1lZNzk0Ti4u
Los espacios son limitados, por lo que se recomienda a las familias revisar los detalles del programa y completar la solicitud durante el período de inscripción.


❤️ Weekly Edition of Tribal Talk ❤️



Vero Beach Elementary is a Moonshot Demonstration School committed to building strong, literacy-rich classrooms where every child thrives.
Future kindergarten families are invited to explore hands-on learning spaces, connect with our teachers, and receive enrollment information.
We will end the evening with an Ice Cream Sundae Social to celebrate the start of your child’s educational journey.
No registration required. We cannot wait to meet our future Little Indians.

❤️Sunday Evening Edition of Tribal Talk ❤️
Good evening, VBE Tribe!
This is your principal and Lead Learner Ms. Van Brimmer with your weekly edition of Tribal Talk. As we head into a busy and exciting week, here are a few important reminders:
📊 iReady Testing Begins This Week
Families can support students by:
Ensuring your child gets a good night’s rest
Making sure your child arrives to school on time
Talking with your child about their academic goals and encouraging them to do their very best.
🔬 STEAM Week
This week, our Special Area team will be launching STEAM Week! All K–4 classes will rotate through STEAM activities on a daily basis next week. The week will culminate with a Field Day on Friday for Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, and 4th grade students. During art and music classes this week, we are excited to welcome community partners from Coastal Connections and the Audubon Society, who will be presenting integrated science lessons to our students.
📚 Book Fair
Our Book Fair is also happening this week!
Your child’s Library/Media rotation will serve as their class’s Book Fair time.
Students should have already received a flyer with their assigned day highlighted.
Extended Book Fair Hours:
Monday: 8:00–4:30
Tuesday: 8:00–3:00
Wednesday: 8:00–4:30
Thursday: 8:00–5:30
🌟 Special Events
Wednesday: Our Pre-K students will be participating in the Special Olympics
Friday: Second grade families are invited to join us for a Showcase of Student Learning from 1:00–2:00 PM, highlighting student work from our recent unit on insects
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to a wonderful week ahead!




































Join us for the Showcase of Schools on January 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Gifford Middle School. Discover all the amazing opportunities our schools have to offer, meet staff, and see our programs in action.
Mark your calendars. We can’t wait to see you there!
#MySDIRC #ShowcaseOfSchools #FueledByInnovation



We’re looking for volunteers to serve as Science Fair Judges. Help support our young scientists as they showcase their creativity and innovation.
Sign up here:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ax2isW7tbUiLCDMODbOOaOv0hBUJkg9DgL1M2z3Cwn9UMThZMVZYNUxKSFNMTFRJMUdERElISUZLTy4u&route=shorturl

