Our kids earn tickets throughout the school year each time they are lifting up THE VIBE at school, and at the end of the year there is a raffle with some amazing prizes (one per grade).

***We are looking for parents and caregivers willing to sponsor some of these prizes.***

You can see them/purchase them on this Amazon wishlist: https://a.co/6VZi5dc

THANK YOU!!! 

AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE SPONSORED A PRIZE ALREADY!

Step into the most magical courtroom ever as classic fairy-tale characters take the stand! Our middle school cast brings big laughs, unexpected twists, and tons of charm to this hilarious showdown of good vs. evil. Don’t miss the chance to support our talented students—and enjoy a night of whimsical fun for the whole family.

GRAB YOUR TICKETS TODAY before they disappear like Cinderella at midnight!

8th Grade Parents, 

There are two field trips planned this year:

• Buck Hill: Thursday, January 15: all day, skiing/snowboarding or tubing (HARD deadline to sign up is 12/14/25)
• Valleyfair: Friday, May 29, all day!

We need all students to: 

1. Have the permission form filled out by a parent/guardian (Even if your student is not attending; there is a place to note this on the form)
2. Pay the Field Trip fees through the Edina Portal

Fill Out the 8th Grade Permission Slip

Due to changes in state and federal funding and other family hardships, we understand it can be challenging to financially support your family’s needs. If your family is in need of any financial assistance, Valley View provides the following resources:

• Food Pantry (small meals and snack items)
• Gift Cards for grocery stores
• Clothing (Edina gear, winter coats, etc.)
• Scholarships for field trips (sponsored by our fabulous PTO)

If you are interested in accessing supports or learning more about what we offer at Valley View, please reach out to Jill Wait, School Social Worker, at jill.wait@edinaschools.org or call 952.848.4481.

For community based resources, please contact Krista Phillips at Edina Resource Center (krista.phillips.@edinaschools.org) or access resources on their website at: https://edinaresourcecenter.com

Come experience the Valley View VIBE and make a difference in students' lives!

We love having our VVMS parents volunteer during passing times and at lunch! It is a great way to experience the school and make a positive difference in the lives of Valley View students!

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!!

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.

PTO Meetings are open to everyone!

Meetings are generally held the first Monday of the month at 7pm via Zoom. You can use THIS ZOOM LINK to join.

The first 10 minutes are reserved for public shares with 2 minutes awarded per person. If you wish to share something during the PTO meeting please fill out THIS FORM. The rest of the meeting time will follow the Meeting Agenda and is intended for board member discussions only.

VVMS PTO Meeting Schedule:

February 2nd, 2026

March 2nd, 2026

April 6th, 2026

May 4th, 2026

June 1st, 2026

You can find previous Meeting Minutes HERE.

Keeping our school community safe includes promoting secure firearm storage at home. Firearms are currently the leading cause of death for U.S. children and teens, and improper storage increases the risk of accidental injury, suicide, and gun theft. Taking simple steps at home can make a meaningful difference.

We encourage all families to follow the Be SMART principles, which highlight the importance of locking and safely storing firearms:

• S – Secure all guns in your home and vehicles.
• M – Model responsible behavior around guns.
• A – Ask about unsecured guns in homes where your children play.
• R – Recognize the role of firearms in suicide.
• T – Tell others to Be SMART.

Storing guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammunition helps protect your children, their friends, and our broader community. Preventing access to unsecured firearms is one of the most effective ways to reduce tragedies.

Families can learn more by visiting besmartforkids.org, watching the Be SMART educational video, and sharing these resources with others. Together, we can help keep all children safe.