PS/MS 498 - The Van Nest Academy

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A modern auditorium with a grand piano on stage and wooden seats arranged in rows.

Modern school building with many windows against a clear blue sky.

Empty classroom with tables and organized book bins.

Cozy reading nook with bookshelves and warm lighting.

Teacher instructing students with raised hands in a classroom.

Students engaging with a classroom project display.

Students walking through a school corridor lined with yellow walls.

Group of adults and children participating in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

VNA Announcements

Gym teachers gather for the ribbon cutting

Van Nest Academy Celebrates Our Newly Renovated Gym

Van Nest Academy celebrated the completion of our gym renovation with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. Take a look at the refreshed space!

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Meet the Teacher Night: Let’s Start the Year Together! Wednesday September 30th

Join us for a welcoming evening to meet your child’s teachers, explore the classroom, and learn what’s ahead this school year.

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Welcome Our New Principal Ms. Casey Kenny!

An introduction letter and some background regarding our new principal.

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Catch the Latest from VNA

More moments, more memories, more VNA at our Instagram.

Boy carrying large book bag.

Bringing In School Supplies

A message that shares the best way for students to bring their supplies in a timely manner.

Upcoming Calendar Events

Sep 30

Meet The Teacher Night (in person)

Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Oct 12

No school-Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples' Day

Nov 3

Election Day, School will be in session REMOTELY for all students

Nov 26

Thanksgiving Recess-no school

Nov 27

Thanksgiving Recess-no school

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Our Mission

The Van Nest Academy is a community of HEROES* and life-long learners who work together to develop our students into exemplary, free-thinking citizens, positively impacting our society for a brighter future…...globally, nationally, locally, and personally.

H-helping others

E-engaging in learning

R-respecting all people and property

O-organized

E-everyday responsible

S- safe, first and always

At A Glance

K - 8
Grades Served
97%
Attendance Rate
STEM, Environmental Science & Technology
Student Programs

A circular arrangement of colored pencil tips in various hues.

A circular arrangement of colored pencil tips in various hues.

A circular arrangement of colored pencil tips in various hues.

A circular arrangement of colored pencil tips in various hues.

A circular arrangement of colored pencil tips in various hues.