There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow or Monday.
Staff will be available on these days to help with enrollment. Please come by or call 620-805-7900. We can help with technology, passwords, or any other enrollment questions. If you have a new address, please bring proof of new address. Enroll online or come by soon.
VO families: We have 60 more boxes to go! If you want a box to sell during spring break please contact the office. The last day to turn in money is March 28th. Be sure to ask your family and friends to buy CHOCOLATE!
Today, Victor Ornelas Elementary participated in the statewide tornado drill. Our staff and students followed emergency procedures efficiently and effectively, ensuring that everyone is well-prepared in case of severe weather. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
KRR ENGAGE is cancelled for tonight, Tuesday, March 4th due to weather conditions.
❄️ SCHOOL CANCELED TOMORROW DUE TO EXTREME COLD ❄️
Garden City Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 19th, due to dangerously low temperatures and wind chills. The safety of our students and staff always comes first, and with extreme cold in the forecast, it is simply too dangerous for travel and outdoor exposure.
🔹 No school for students and certified staff
🔹 District offices will remain open
Please stay safe, stay warm, and avoid prolonged time outside. We’ll keep you updated if any additional changes are needed. See you soon! #EveryoneLeads #StayWarm

❄️ SCHOOL CANCELED TOMORROW DUE TO EXTREME COLD ❄️
Garden City Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 18th, due to dangerously low temperatures and wind chills. The safety of our students and staff always comes first, and with extreme cold in the forecast, it is simply too dangerous for travel and outdoor exposure.
🔹 No school for students and certified staff
🔹 District offices will remain open
Please stay safe, stay warm, and avoid prolonged time outside. We’ll keep you updated if any additional changes are needed. See you soon! #EveryoneLeads #StayWarm

SNOW DAY ALERT – NO SCHOOL TOMORROW❗️❄️ Garden City Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 12, due to incoming hazardous weather conditions and high rates of illness. ❄️🌨️. 🔹 No school for students and staff 🔹
Check out our Victor Ornelas February newsletter:
https://vonewsletter.my.canva.site/
School has been cancelled TUESDAY, January 21st.
Victor Ornelas Elementary parents: We will NOT have Engage after school program today, Monday, January 20th.
Parents we would like to remind you that it is MUCH quicker to park across the street and walk over to pick up students after school.
The calendar committee for Garden City Public Schools is seeking input from parents regarding calendar options for the 2026-2027 school year. The survey consists of 6 questions and will take only a couple minutes. Survey is open through January 15th. Thank you!
Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DWCJ6BJ

As much as we would like to have students back in school, we do not feel that can be done safely due to forecasted extreme windchill temperatures. There will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, January 16th for Garden City Public Schools.
Stay warm!

Santa isn’t ready to go back to school yet! Due to expected inclement weather conditions, all Garden City Public Schools facilities will be closed to the public on Monday, January 8th.
The Board of Education meeting will proceed as normal at 6pm and will be open to the public.
Staff members are not required to report to work, unless specifically instructed by their supervisor.
Please stay tuned to USD 457 social media for the most current updates.
Stay safe and warm!

Santa isn’t ready to go back to school yet! Due to expected inclement weather conditions, all Garden City Public Schools facilities will be closed to the public on Monday, January 8th.
The Board of Education meeting will proceed as normal at 6pm and will be open to the public.
Staff members are not required to report to work, unless specifically instructed by their supervisor.
Please stay tuned to USD 457 social media for the most current updates.
Stay safe and warm!

Garden City Public Schools will run mud routes tomorrow, Monday, November 27.
Parents of bus riders - please be aware that bus routes may be delayed 15-20 minutes tomorrow, October 27. If you have questions, please call your child's school or the transportation department. We appreciate your patience!
October is National Principals Month! Let's celebrate the incredible school leaders who work tirelessly to shape the future of our students and schools.
Take a moment to thank and recognize your school principal for their dedication and commitment. #NationalPrincipalsMonth

The phones and internet are down at Victor Ornelas Elementary School. Crews are working to fix the issue as quickly as possible. If you need to reach the school, please contact the district office at 620-805-7000. We will notify parents when services are up and running.

It's National School Lunch Week and we’re celebrating the power of school lunch! In the quest for academic success, research shows that healthy school lunches give kids the stats they need to come out on top. #NSLW23

