Dates to Remember:

September 29:Say Something Training

October 3rd: Special Person's Day

October 9th: Picture Retake Day

October 16th-17th: No School; MEA

October 24th: All School Party

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

PTO Family Contributions are $75 per family and they grant you access to the school directory and help provide much needed funding to support programs, teachers, and staff at our school.

What are Family Contributions used for?

• They support student programs
• They help us show appreciation to our teachers and staff
• They are the only source of funding for the PTO (that’s right, nothing to sell or additional fundraisers throughout the year!) 

** If you require a SCHOLARSHIP please enter code CONTRIBUTIONS2025 at checkout ** 

Ask your employer about matching your contributions! Some companies offer to match gifts such as PTO Booster or PTO contributions as an employee benefit. Contact your HR representative to learn if your workplace has a matching program available.

There are two 8th grade fields planned for this school year.

Buck Hill: Snow Tubing OR Skiing/Snowboarding Thursday, Jan. 15th

• Last day of the semester

• Full-day  field trip

• Choose: Snow Tubing OR Skiing/Snowboarding

• You can bring your own equipment

• Day pass includes: Equipment rental, lift ticket, and a lesson

Valleyfair: Friday, May 29th

• Last day of the year

• Full-day  field trip

• Rides, waterpark, and food!

Be On the Lookout!

A permission slip is being emailed home by advisors this week! It is a Google Form, no paper slips. There are a lot of details! Make sure you and your student read it carefully

Payment should be made in Infinite Campus for both field trips. Have your student talk to their friends and family as they are expected to commit to their plans. Tickets are nonrefundable once purchased.

If you have questions or concerns, please talk to your student's advisory teacher.

Last Monday Valley View students got to experience an all-school Pep Rally to cheer on the Edina Hornets for their Friday Homecoming Game.

Hang out with six VVMS students during Flex in our Retro Room from 9:40-10:08 (Arrive at 9:30)

• Who? ~ You! Seeking GROOVY parents and caregivers to volunteer in Media Center RETRO ROOM.
• What? Play retro games, do puzzles, listen to records, etc!
• When? Every Friday during Flex period 9:40-10:08AM (please arrive 9:30AM)
• Where? Media Center RETRO ROOM!
• Why? To relax and to enjoy the Valley View Vibe!

Sign up to volunteer!

What is a Heart Language?

A heart language is often the first language and the language someone speaks at home. It is the language that is most emotional and spiritual for a person. 

A Heart language is the language that a person uses to think, dream, and express their most private emotions. It is the language that identifies their cultural and geographic identity. 

Students of Valley View Middle School come to school with a variety of heart languages.

We are super excited that 87 students in grades 6-8 attended the Library Council Kick-off this past Wednesday! The Library Council is a group of people committed to making our VVMS Library the VERY BEST! If your child missed the kick-off, have them come talk to us in the Media Center—ALL are welcome! 

If you are an adult who would like to help us out on Wednesday mornings during Flex time, let Angie Endo know! We'd love to have extra adults involved! (angie.endo@edinaschools.org)

6th Grade Engineers working on their Ping Pong Ball Ball Challenge. They needed to build a device out of paper, string, tape, and paper clips, that would be able to pick up a ping pong ball from a distance and carry it to the start line. 

Show off your school spirit with some Valley View gear!

We are looking for volunteer speakers who are passionate about their careers or hobbies/interests for the 20 in 20 series. Here are some reasons to get excited about this program and to share your knowledge:

Why Middle School?

• It is a critical time for forming identities and interests.
• Early exposure plants seeds that will grow through middle school and beyond.

Moving Beyond Traditional Career Exploration

• Career exploration isn’t just about jobs—it’s about passions, curiosity, and discovering personal strengths.
• Encouraging students to ask “What if?”, “Why not?” and “How?” help them stay open to exploration.

20 in 20 

• 20 in 20 provides a preview to a variety of career fields and interests in just 20 minutes.
• It breaks down barriers by giving students quick, meaningful exposures to different fields with diverse role models and activities.
• It’s designed to spark ideas—not provide all the answers at once.

To volunteer as a speaker, please fill out an interest form. To learn more about this program or ask additional questions, contact Alan Hendrickson at: Alan.Hendrickson@edinaschool.org.

The official 2025 Unity Day t-shirt is here! 

Join millions nationwide who will #WearOrange on Unity Day to show that no child should ever experience bullying. This year’s signature orange t-shirt is more than apparel – it’s a powerful statement of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. 

Place an order today for yourself, your family, and your friends, and come together to promote #UnityEveryDay. Your purchase will support the National Bullying Prevention Center in providing free resources and curriculum for students, families, educators, and community leaders all year long. 

Read the featured book of National Bullying Prevention Month 

We are excited to highlight Henri and the Magnificent Snort as the featured book of National Bullying Prevention Month! This award-winning children’s book by Samantha Childs was inspired by her own experiences with bullying and beautifully captures the spirit of #UnityEveryDay and inclusion.  

Order your copy on Amazon and share Henri’s inspiring story with your family. From now through October 31, 2025, 100% of the author’s profits will be donated to PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center, making every purchase a gift that gives back! It is also available in Spanish. 

To celebrate National Bullying Prevention Month and Unity Day, we are also offering an exclusive audio/video Read-Along with the author. Available on our website during October, this NBPC Book Club special feature is a meaningful way to engage elementary students in conversations about friendship, respect, and celebrating differences. 

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.

Give our teachers some much needed fuel throughout the day! Donate to the Teacher's Lounge coffee bar HERE.

Thank you!!!

If you have a community event that you would like to share in the Vibe, reach out to vvmspto@gmail.com

Valley View Middle School PTO

6750 Valley View Rd., Edina, MN

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