Dates to Remember:

March 2nd - 6th: VVMS Book Bazaar

March 2nd: Vibe-a-Ganza, 5-7pm

March 3rd: Vibe-a-Ganza (sensory-friendly) 8:30-11:30am

March 3rd: No School; conferences

March 16th-20th: Spring Break; No School

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Hornet Cares Fund

The Hornet Cares Fund can accept tax‑deductible financial contributions that support a wide range of needs for Edina Public Schools' families and staff experiencing temporary hardship — helping ensure stability, dignity, and continued access to school and community resources.

Give here. In addition, the site includes opportunities to volunteer and get involved in support efforts throughout Edina and the greater Twin Cities area.

If you need help, please reach out to a school social worker, cultural liaison, school administrator, or any school teacher. They are ready to support you and provide you with information. Visit Immigration Resources on the EPS website for more information.

Staff & Teacher Appreciation

We are accepting donations for individually wrapped snacks and canned beverages for our lovely VVMS teachers and staff! These goodies for the staff lounge can be dropped off anytime at the main office.

If you have any questions to please email the PTO at vvmspto@gmail.com or Erika Drake at ekdrake@gmail.com

Interested in joining the Teacher & Staff Appreciate Committee?

You will help support our teachers and staff throughout the school year. Please reach out to Erica via email: ekdrake@gmail.com if you are interested in this important position!

VVMS Annual Book Bazaar

March 2-6

Start cleaning your bookshelves to support VVMS!

The Valley View Book Bazaar is a used book sale where we share our abundance of books within our community!

VVMS families donate gently used books. The VVMS Library Council organizes the books, and they are sold to students & families.

All sales support NEW books for the library!

Book Donations

Accepted NOW through March 2nd!

Students can bring all donations to the Media Center OR the table by door 1 in the atrium. Label all donations with: student’s name, grade, advisor’s name, and count of books.

THANK YOU for your generosity and joining in the spirit of sharing the joy of reading with VVMS! Your donations make this sale a success for all!

We’re excited to share that the VIBE K Community Race is returning on May 2, 2026! This fun and inclusive community event brings everyone together to move, cheer, and support a great cause!

Registration is now open, with a “VIBE for All” option available to support families who may need reduced or free entry. We kindly ask that this option be used when necessary so we can continue to sustain and grow the event. We hope to see many of our school families participate!

VIBE K Community Race – Sponsorship Opportunities
Local businesses and community partners are invited to support the VIBE K Community Race on May 2, 2026. Sponsorships and in-kind donations directly benefit Valley View Middle School and Edina Public Schools while providing meaningful visibility at a fun, well-attended family event. To learn more or become a sponsor, view the VIBE K Sponsorship Packet.

Yearbook Announcement

The yearbook Staff is wrapping up creating this year’s book, and it’s going to be a great one!

To secure your copy be sure to order yours as soon as possible, there will only be a few extras ordered and we always sell out! We sent an email on Friday 2/6/26 to all non-buyers as a reminder. If you received that email, you can assume you didn’t order a yearbook for 2026.

You can order your yearbook online at Josten's

Nutrition Services Newsletter

Edina Nutrition Services are excited to share ongoing and upcoming news from their department.

Check out their latest newsletter!

Spoken Word Residency

8th grade students recently completed a spoken word residency as part of their language arts class. Students presented their poems in front of their class or in the auditorium to classmates and parents.

VVMS Thespians Present - Matilda Jr.

Come cheer on the Valley View Thespians as they perform their annual Spring musical. This year is Matilda Jr. Opening night is Thursday, March 5th and the show will run through the weekend (Friday and two shows on Saturday).

Get your tickets now!

Volunteer at Valley View!

Lunch and Hall Monitors

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!!

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

PTO Meeting Calendar

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:

March 9th, 2026

April 6th, 2026

May 4th, 2026

June 1st, 2026

You can find previous Meeting Minutes HERE.

Community Shares

Volunteer Opportunities

Unified Peer Volunteers

Location: South View Middle School
Dates & Shifts: Jun 8-Aug. 13, Mon-Thurs, from 12:45-4pm

Description: Join Edina Community Ed as a Unified Peer Volunteer and play a vital role in creating an inclusive, joyful environment. By committing to just two weeks, you’ll do more than help out—you’ll ensure every student feels valued, engaged, and supported.

How to get started: Attend a one-time, 90-minute training session to build your skills. Commit to at least two weeks of camp (Mon–Thurs)

Green Superheroes of Science at excitED! (Targeted Services)

Location: Concord Elementary School
Dates & Shifts: Jul 13-24, Mon-Thurs, from 12:45-3pm

Description: We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help the next generation tackle one of our world’s biggest challenges: plastic pollution. As a Green Superhero of Science volunteer, you won't just be teaching; you'll be sparking curiosity through hands-on experiments and empowering young learners to think critically about environmental science. If you are a thoughtful leader eager to foster a supportive space for discovery, join us in inspiring tomorrow's environmental stewards.

NEW! Little Kids Club: Pre-K Care

Location: Early Learning and Family Center

Dates: June 22-25, Jul 6-9, & Aug 3-6, Mon-Thurs, (no volunteers week of June 29-July 3)

Shift Details: *TBD: We customize volunteer roles based on enrollment to ensure you’re placed where you can make the biggest impact!

Description: Join Edina Community Ed’s Little Kids Club as a middle school volunteer and be a part of a program where learning and play are the priorities. As a student volunteer, you’ll work alongside other middle school student volunteers to help staff facilitate games, create and run activities in a fun environment.

Deadline for all middle school volunteers is April 12, 2026

Volunteer Training & Orientation: All student volunteers must attend a training session to review program expectations and best practices for working with youth.
Connect: Meet your fellow volunteers before the program starts!
Application Notifications: Applicants will be notified by early May
Orientation Dates: Sessions held the weeks of May 25 and Jun 1.

Questions: Email:Alan.Hendrickson@edinaschools.org

Middle School Track & Field

Lace Up for Middle School Track & Field!

Ready to get moving this spring? Registration is now open for all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders! Whether you are an athlete or trying track for the first time, all are welcome! We invite you to join us for fitness, friendship, competition, and fun.

Students will have the chance to compete in various events, including sprints, long-distance running, relays, jumping, and throwing.

When: Before school Mon-Fri 7:30-9am (only on student school days)
Where: Students practice at their home school (VVMS at EHS Activity Center)
Competition: The season includes four meets at Kuhlman Stadium, culminating in a District Championship!
Physicals: Please note that sports physicals are NOT required for middle school track.

Stay Informed

Head coaches will email detailed schedules and information before the first practice. Please double-check that your Community Ed profile email is accurate during registration.

VVMS Head Coach: Jon Buckley Email | Team Website

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

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