The Bulldog Bark

Frank Vessels Elementary School



Issue 17: December 15 - December 19

A Great Place to Learn and Grow!


Go for the Gold!

Holiday Toy Drive


The Vessels Student Council is hosting a holiday toy drive all week, Monday, December 15, through Friday, December 19.


Please help us by spreading holiday cheer to kids at Choc and St. Jude by participating!


Toy drop-off boxes are in the Vessels front office and by the cafeteria gate! Thank you for your support!

Parent Survey


Please take a few moments to complete the attached parent survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us understand what we are doing well and how we can continue to grow.


By sharing your thoughts, you are partnering with us to make Vessels an even better place for students to learn and grow. Thank you in advance for your time and support!


Ho Ho Holiday Grams

Holiday Fun at Vessels


Don't miss all the exciting events happening at Vessels over the next two weeks, from Holiday Shop to Kahoot Trivia Night, we have something for everyone! Please see the flyers below for more information.

Holiday Kahoot Trivia


Click the link here to join in on the holiday fun! Please only use one device per family!

Friends of Vessels


At Vessels Elementary, we are fortunate to have both the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and the Friends of Vessels (FOV) 501(c)(3) nonprofit working together to support our students.

The PTA offers programs and opportunities that benefit all students, including field trips, assemblies, and school-wide events. Because the PTA’s mission is to serve every child, funds raised through membership dues and events are used to support experiences that reach the entire student body.

The Friends of Vessels (FOV), our school-based 501(c)(3) organization, helps “fill the gaps” by funding items and experiences that the PTA cannot cover. This includes grade-level or program-specific needs, such as classroom materials, enrichment opportunities, and special projects.

Because FOV is a nonprofit, donations are tax-deductible, and the group can also apply for grants and business partnerships to bring even more resources to Vessels.

Together, the PTA and Friends of Vessels make a powerful team: the PTA ensures all students benefit, while FOV provides flexibility to support grade-level and classroom-specific needs directly.



We are in the process of planning events and would appreciate your assistance in getting this worthy cause up and running. We already have a dedicated team at work, but we would like you to make it the best year ever! Please use the button below to sign up and be a part of something truly special!

Friends of Vessels Events

Save the Dates

Join the Program and Help our Kids!


Please spread the word to friends, family, and co-workers!

We Love Our Bulldogs!

2025/26 Academic Calendar

Dates and Times



December is Cooperation Month


December 15 - December 19 - Holiday Grams

December 17 - TK Holiday Performance @ 6:00 p.m.

December 18 - Vessels Family Kahoot Night @ 6:00 p.m.

December 19 - Early Release - Winter Break

December 22 - January 9 - Winter Break

January 12 - First day of School 2026

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