Dates to Remember:

Feb. 21-March 5 Donations Accepted for Book Bazaar (last day is tomorrow!)

March 4th Students will take Panorama Survey during Advisory

March 5th-7th Book Bazaar (school hours)

March 7th 5-7pm Open House: Teacher convos, food trucks, DJ, and more!

March 7th 5-7pm Book Bazaar

March 7th 7-8:30pm The Sponge Bob Musical

March 8th 8-11:30am Virtual Conferences (Invite Only)

March 18th-22nd: No School; Spring Break!

VVMS in Focus

The 2nd Annual VVMS Book Bazaar March 5-7

It's Book Bazaar Week!

Thank you to all the families who have donated books so far! It's not too late—books are still accepted through Monday, March 4! All students will visit the Book Bazaar during the following classes on March 5-7:

6^th Grade Reading
7^th Grade Language Arts
8^th Grade Science

Most books will cost just $1-$2, and students in advisories that brought in more than 30 books total will receive a ticket for a free book at the Book Bazaar. The Book Bazaar will also be open to families on Thursday night at the Vibe-aganza so swing on by to shop for excellent books at affordable prices! 100% of the purchases goes toward buying new books for the VV library media center! Please contact Angie Endo with questions:

angie.endo@edinaschools.org (952)848-3325

Brought to you by VVMS Library Council! VVMS READS!!!

100% of funds raised are used to purchase BOOKS

for the VVMS Library Media Center!!!

GOAL = $1,000

*Image designed by Ruby Melander (student in Lib Council)*

This is the Valley View new remix on the old boring conference night!

We need everyone on campus on

March 7th, from 5-7pm!

Students AND parents will earn tickets to win prizes!

Teachers will have really cool experiences for students to walk their parents through

Can you solve the math equations your student can do?

Can you sew a duffle bag as tight as your student can?

Come in and experience our year’s biggest event complete with DJs, food trucks, games, brand new Valley View apparel and swag, and much more!

This will be a chance to see the depth of your students learning and have fun while doing it! We can't wait to show off what our young scholars have accomplished!

We'll see ya there.

VVMS Theatre Presents

The SpongeBob Musical Youth Edition!

Please save the date to attend the Valley View Middle School production of The SpongeBob Musical Youth Edition.

The cast and crew of over 110 students have collaborated to create an exciting, story with dancing Sea Anemones, Sardines, Electric Skates and the Nickelodeon characters from SpongeBob's Bikini Bottom home.

This adaptation from the 2017 Broadway production features music by Cyndi Lauper, David Bowie, Aerosmith, and a host of other musicians with a reminder that kindness and friendship really can save the world!

Appropriate for all ages!

Performances in the Edina Performing Arts Center (EPAC)

Thurs. March 7^th 7:00 pm

Fri., March 8^th 7:00 pm

Sat. March 9^th 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Tickets available at www.vvmsthespians.com

Staff Munch & Mingle - Smoothies

Flip Flop Friday and our tropical smoothie Munch N Mingle!

Admin blended up a veggie smoothie and a berry one. There was a tad bit more love for the fruits than Mr. Bass’ veggie mix.

Valley View Friday Clubs

Our Friday Clubs were a BIG success! Thank you to all who volunteered their time and talents to make this all possible.

Check out some pictures of our clubs in action below:

VVMS Yearbook Team Seeking Photos

*Deadline in March 4th!*

The VVMS Yearbook Team are looking for more photos for the 2023/2024 yearbook. They are looking for the first day of school, homecoming, band, orchestra, choir, winter party, fall play, or just everyday student life pictures to add to the collection.

If you have any you are willing to share, please upload them at this link: https://images.jostens.com/0hYOqgHcjalwyM26h_TIJEQ

Valley View Unified Polar Plunge

Each year, the Polar Plunge challenges thousands of brave jumpers at numerous locations around the state. It’s a great way for everyone—individuals, organizations and businesses—to get involved in supporting Special Olympics Minnesota. All funds raised go towards programming and events for more than 8,000 athletes statewide.

Valley View Unified has accepted that challenge and will be braving the Minnesota elements: Minnesota Nice meets Minnesotan Ice!

Show your support for Team Valley View Unified and consider making a donation today!

DONATE

Volunteer Opportunities

Help stock the Teacher's Lounge coffee bar

Coffee Donations Wanted: Please consider donating this precious resource to the well-deserving staff and faculty at VVMS!

See this Amazon List for the requested coffee donations.

Lunch and Hall Monitors

Keep making a difference in 2024!

We have loved having our VVMS parents volunteer during passing times and at lunch! Please, please please, keep coming in and volunteering to supervise.

We are offering work spaces for those who want to come during our passing time. This allows our parents to supervise halls during transition time but then hop back into an office to work. We're happy to accommodate!

For reference, here is the VV Daily Schedule.

Thank you!!

Working with middle school requires the right temperament. We mostly just need you to be smiley, and cheerful. We avoid practices that involve screaming or yelling. We prefer softer approaches that are kind but firm. Individuals volunteering are able to suspend bias and judgment and can offer support for all students. If you think this is you? Please help us in adding a greater eco-system like approach to how we guide and shepherd our young Hornets.

Parking for Parent Visitors

Parents and caregivers, if you are visiting Valley View and parking in the visitor spots, please check in at the front desk and a clipboard will be provided for you to enter your vehicle information. This will prevent any boots or ticketing.

Thank You!

Parent volunteer in front of large horizontal banner that reads,

PTO News

Support the PTO!

The VVMS PTO does not hold any other fundraisers throughout the year, this is your chance to support our school!

Can you help us get there with a dues payment or consider an additional donation?

THANK YOU!!

Pay your Dues Here

Make an Additional Donation Here

Community Shares

1st annual: Edina Bands Mattress Fundraiser. Every purchase benefits the Edina Band Program. Sat. April 13th 10am-5pm at South View Middle School. For more info text 'Beds' to 651-760-8686

Join Middle School Track & Field

Registration for Middle School Track & Field is open February 26 - March 28 at edina.ce.eleyo.com.

Program begins April 1st. Join us for fun and fitness this spring. Beginner and experienced track athletes are welcome! All participants will have the opportunity to compete in track and field events that encompass sprint and long distances running races, individual and relay options, and jumping and throwing events.

Read MS Track & Field details here

Join Edina Middle School Ultimate Frisbee today! Practice and games are April-May, Tues., Thurs, and Sat. Zero experience required; financial assistance available. Deadline to register is 3/25

Trap Shooting Team

Edina High School Trap Shooting Team is looking 7^th and 8^th graders that would be interested in joining the team for our upcoming season. The season runs from April through May and we shoot at the Minneapolis Gun Club on Thursdays.

If you want more information or are interested please email: edinatrapteam@gmail.com.

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