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Originally delivered on 10/13/2024 8:19 pm

SUBJECT: The Valley View Vibe Newsletter - Oct. 14th

Dates to Remember:

October 17th - 18th: No School (MEA)

November 15th: All School Party (Save the Date!)

VVMS in Focus

ONLY 5K away!!!

Wow Valley View, you are showing up!!! We are now only less that 5K away from our 24-25 budget goal!!

You can help get us there, we are so clos:

- Pay your dues if you haven't already

- Become a PTO Booster and make a $500 donation

- Make an additional donation to the PTO

THANK YOU!!!!!!

Have I paid my dues? Check HERE!

Signing Out Your Student

Checking out your student? Heading to the orthodontist, dentist, doctor, therapist or maybe just traveling and want to get an early start on the weekend?

Please use the infinite campus app or just simply call Ms. Eicher, our attendance admin (952.848.3509). We appreciate you doing this ahead of time so we stay sharp on our record keeping.

Visit our Attendance Section for detailed information.

Thank you!

Valley View Wishlist

Our office is in need of a few supplies, please visit their Amazon Wishlist and donate some items if you can!

6th Grade Scholars

This is 6^th grade and the teams that recognize and celebrate awesome scholars. They lift up our VVMS Vibe! Pictured below is one of their monthly assemblies.

Big Rob Visits VV

One of our favorite DJs, Big Rob, stopped by to say hello to our amazing admin assistant, Sue Cucchiarella! DJ Big Rob is a St. Olaf Alum, and St. Olaf College had a big homecoming game on 10/5.

In addition to the game, St. Olaf launched a grand opening of a barber shop on campus. This may not seem earth shattering, but as an ’05 grad, I can only tell you how challenging it was to stay groomed when you have a different texture of hair than most of the campus. My friends and I, often caught a bus (Northfield Lines) to the cities to patron BIPOC barbers that knew how to get us looking fresh. It was a full day’s ordeal that took planning, money, and determination to see it through because of what it meant to lose a day of studies, activities, etc. I am thrilled that the next wave of students that go to Olaf, will be able to walk right over to the commons to get a crisp fade.

Library Media Center Donations

The VVMS Library Media Center loves to receive book donations to help make our library the very best library it can be for our VV kiddos!

Some requests from students:

Authors: Alan Gratz, Jenny Han, Stuart Gibbs, Judy Blume
Series: The Inheritance Games, Spy School, The School for Good and Evil, Unwanteds Quests
Topics: Korean culture, hockey, soccer, softball, sports, sharks, spiders, cats, BTS, Taylor Swift, US Geography!
Manga: One Piece, Demon Slayer, Haikyu!

Volunteer Opportunities

Lunch and Hall Monitors

Come see what the fuss is all about, our kids are great and you make a difference!

We loved having our VVMS parents volunteer during passing times and at lunch last year! 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!!

The Lunch & Hallway buttons now link directly to the Sign Up Geniuses

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 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

Do you love everything that's happening at Valley View but don't have time to volunteer? Your name could be on this list! A PTO Booster is the perfect way to support PTO and school initiatives and help us achieve our goals this year!

We would love to increase student activities and the support we offer our staff, teachers, and specialists, so we are looking for 20 families to donate $500 each to help us BOOST THE VALLEY VIEW VIBE!

BOOST THE VIBE HERE! We only need 3 more donors!

WE COULDN'T DO IT WITHOUT YOU, THANK YOU!

Thank you to our current PTO Boosters:

1. Brooke and Dominic Allocco - $500

2. Anonymous - $500

3. Anonymous - $500

4. The Drayna Family - $500

5. Anonymous - $500

6. The Sykora Family - $500

7. The Haus Family - $500

8. James & Stephanie Pierce - $500

9. The Olfelt Family - $500

10. The Morrison Family - $500

11. The Priest Family - $500

12. The Green Family - $500

13. The Priest Family - $500

14. The Senn Family - $500

15. The Schultz Family - $500

16. Anonymous - $500

17. The Vickman Family - $500

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Get your Valley View Gear!

Don't miss the chance to get some awesome Valley View gear, our store is still open!

Purchase HERE

Extra Curricular Opportunities

Career Exploration Field Trip

Nov 5 | Careers in Government | 9:00am-3:00pm | $79

It's Election Day! Election Day is an important day in a democratic society, marking the opportunity for citizens to exercise their right to vote and choose their leaders. It's a day when the voices of the people are heard, and the direction of the government is determined. If you're interested in being directly involved in shaping public policy and serving your community, consider a career as a government official. Please join us as we speak to government officials about their careers. We will stop at the State Capital, where students will learn how citizens can get more involved in government. Come see the legislative process with government officials conducting their legislative hearings to debate today's issues. Learn more and register here.

Questions? Email Jessica McLennon, Edina Public Schools Career Exploration Coordinator, at Jessica.Mclennon@edinaschools.org

Valley View Students for Sustainability (VVSS)

Valley View Students for Sustainability - Join a dynamic group of student climate activists looking to make positive and impactful changes toward greater sustainability at Valley View Middle Schools. Work as a group to develop the necessary team skills to accomplish a project oriented goal. Student activists will have an opportunity to build leadership skills, explore career options, and have fun while living out the Valley View Vibe!

This is a free club, only available to VVMS students. The club meets each Tuesday morning from 8:00 - 9:00 beginning Oct 1. No meetings on November 5, December 24, and 31, February 18, April 1, and May 27.

If you want to join the VVSS club, please fill out this VVSS Questionnaire.

If you have any questions, please contact Alan Hendrickson: Alan.Hendrickson@edinaschools.org

ECC Parent/Family Survey

We need your insights and ideas! Edina Community Ed is a place to belong. As our team continues to develop out-of-school time programs designed to help every student discover their possibilities and thrive, your feedback will help us refine and design innovative programs that meet the current and emerging needs and interests of our middle school students and families.

Please take a few moments to complete this short survey. Thank you in advance for your time and engagement.

Middle School Wrestling

Registration for the 2024 Middle School Wrestling season is open! Wrestling is a great opportunity for boys and girls to join a fast-growing program, develop new connections and friendships, and enhance their athletic skills to benefit them in other activities! Season information and registration can be found by following the links below!

When: October 21 - December 20: Practices are after school daily from 4:15 to 5:45pm

Where: Valley View Middle School North Gym (South View students ride activity bus after school)

Middle School Wrestling Flyer

VVMS - Valley View MS Wrestling

SVMS - South View MS Wrestling

6th Grade Dance Club

Get a taste of the Edina Dance Team by dancing with current members of EDT! Coach will teach the basics of team structure & performance dynamics. Jazz dance & new friends will create memories for years to come. Additional performance opportunity at the Edina Dance Invite on January 11th, 2025.

Weekly Schedule
Wednesdays - 7:45-9:00 am starting Oct 30

Perform at Edina Invite!

25 currently registered

Note - There is an activities bus from South View to Valley View every morning at 9:03

EDT Kid's 2024 Clinic

Edina Dance Team 2024 Clinic

Nov. 2nd

12-2:30

Financial assistance for athletic, art, and academic extracurricular activities.

If you are in need of assistance: https://edinagiveandgo.org/successes/need-help/

If you are interested in donating:
https://edinagiveandgo.org/give-help/

Community Shares

Career Exploration - Volunteers!

Share your knowledge with our young Hornets!

If you are interested in participating in upcoming career exploration activities happening in Edina Public Schools, please fill out this form and Jessica McLennon will be in touch.

Looking Ahead

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