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Originally delivered on 9/21/2024 5:40 pm

SUBJECT: The Valley View Vibe Newsletter - Sep. 23rd

Dates to Remember:

September 23rd - 27th:Homecoming Spirit Week

September 27th:Homecoming Parade & Football Game

October 2nd: Picture Re-Take Day

VVMS in Focus

Have I paid my dues? Check HERE!

ALL ABOUT HOMECOMING!
  • 9/23 - 9/27: VVMS Homecoming Spirit Week! (see below image for details)
  • Friday 9/27:
    • 4:45pm Homecoming Parade - a classic Edina tradition featuring the Edina Hornet Marching Band and the 2024 Homecoming Court. The parade starts at Edina Country Club, runs down Wooddale Ave., and ends at the Edina Community Center before the big game! Fun for all ages, bring a smile and some Edina Spirit!
    • 7pm Homecoming Football Game - GO HORNETS! at Kuhlman Stadium (Edina vs Prior Lake). Purchase tickets here.


Please review the game expectations for Middle School students:

  • Middle School students MUST enter the game with a parent/caregiver and must sit WITH them.
  • Students unaccompanied by an adult will be asked to leave.
  • The same expectations from school apply at the football game. We want our Hornets to live in the green (no harmful, red-level language). Students that are living outside of the green-level expectation, will be asked to leave.
  • Show up and have fun…AND be mindful of the fact that our elderly, community partners, and even celebrities, attend this function. We want to showoff how amazing Edina is!


WE NEED PARENT VOLUNTEERS AT THE GAME!!!

Unfortunately, some of our scholars were unable to contain their excitement last year. This is easily avoidable if our adults in the community help us supervise. Both middle schools are present at our football games (especially Homecoming) and so it is a BIG event that requires lots of eyes. We would love to have parent volunteers arrive early and help us get posted up with chaperoning. 

SIGN UP to Chaperone the Homecoming Game. PERK! Parents that sign up get a free entrance to the game.

VVMS Lost and Found

Is your student missing anything? Take a look below at the images of our Lost and Found table to see if you recognize any of your student's belongings before they get donated!

Sign Up for a Free Library Card

Watch for Friends of Edina Library Volunteers at Lunch on Wednesday!

Two Middle School Career Exploration Field Trips + We Need Parent & Family Insights & Ideas!

Non-School Day Career Exploration Field Trips for Middle School Students

Middle school is a great time to begin exploring the world of career possibilities. We invite your student to join us this fall as we dream big, explore passions, and discover pathways that may be calling.


Oct 4 | Environmental Science Careers | 9:00am-3:00pm | $79

 

Do you care about the environment and want to make a difference? Did you know there are careers dedicated to saving the planet? Environmental science is a dynamic field that offers countless opportunities to make a positive impact on our planet. If you're passionate about protecting the environment and want to contribute to a sustainable future, consider exploring environment science careers. Join us on October 4th as we learn more about environmental science, then take a tour of the biggest water treatment plant in Minnesota. We will learn about the filtration process that makes our drinking water safe to consume. Learn about the scientific methods used by water treatment plants to keep the ecosystem running smoothly. We can't wait to have you join us and make a difference! Learn more and register here.

 

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

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! 

SIGN UP BELOW

For reference, here is the VV Daily Schedule.

Thank you!!

Button to lunch supervisor sign ups
Button to Hallway Monitor sign up
Button to reserve work space

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
ALMOST HALF WAY THERE!!! A huge 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

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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 COULDN'T DO IT WITHOUT YOU, THANK YOU!

Get your Valley View Gear!

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

Purchase HERE

Community Shares
Homework Help Through the Library

Free online tutoring and writing help for K-12 students and adult learners.

  • Available on computers in the library or at home with your Hennepin County Library card.
  • Tutors are available online every day from 1 to 11 p.m.
  • Get help from a tutor in English or Spanish

Free on-site Homework Help available at Southdale Library too! 

Check the schedule for availability

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 

Register Here

EDT Kid's 2024 Clinic

Edina Dance Team 2024 Clinic

Nov. 2nd

12-2:30

Register on Event Brite

Edina Give & Go

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/

Edina Resource Center

August 2024 Newsletter

Your Connection to Community Resources, Services and Information. Free, confidential service for anyone who lives, works or goes to school in Edina 

952-848-3936
EdinaResourceCenter.com

Growing Through Grief

Free grief support through the Growing Through Grief program from Park Nicollet.  If your student/family has experienced the loss of a close immediate family member and would like to learn more, please contact Jill Wait, School Social Worker, Gretchen Brandt or Kent Downing, School Counselors for more information. 

Looking Ahead
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