Dates to Remember:

March 9th-13th: VVMS Food Drive (Digital Only)

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

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2026 VVMS Polar Plunge

Valley View's 2nd annual Polar Plunge is coming up on Friday, April 3rd!

A Polar Plunge is an opportunity for Valley View students to come together to celebrate inclusion, have fun, and raise money and awareness to support Unified activities at Valley View and across Minnesota. Watch our Polar Plunge hype video for this year.

Valley View students have learned about this opportunity for the past few weeks, and now we need your help as caregivers to help kids get signed up and raise awareness and money!

Questions to ask your student...

Are you planning on 'taking the plunge'?
Have you created a Polar Plunge account yet?
Use page 1 of this Sign-up Doc to create one.
Have you sent any emails yet to fundraise money?
Use page 2 of this Sign-up Doc to create one.

Reach out to the Valley View main office or Mr. Lowe (erik.lowe@edinaschools.org) if you have any questions.

Thank You to Tono's Pizzeria & Cheesesteaks!

Tono’s Pizzeria & Cheesesteaks on 50th & Xerxes donated the entire cost 20+ pizzas for our staff dinner prior to the Vibe-a-Ganza. The VVMS Teacher Appreciation team was able to pair it with salad, cookies & drinks to have the staff ready to go for the evening.

*Reminder* Middle School Food Drive participation is online only.

Make Your Donation Now

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.

Purchase Your Yearbook!

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

Hornet Cares Fund

The Hornet Cares Fund provides direct support to Edina Public Schools families and staff facing temporary hardship, helping ensure stability, dignity, and continued access to school and community resources.

As of February 22, $55,000 has been raised; $27,000 in gift cards has been distributed to families who have reached out to their schools seeking assistance. Additional gift cards are being purchased and processed. Learn more and make a tax deductible donation to the fund.

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 the Immigration Resources page on the EPS website for more information as well as links to the latest communications from District leadership.

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

Edina High School POPS Concert

The Edina High School Band proudly presents the 73rd Annual POPS Concert, a student-created tradition celebrating music, creativity, and fun since 1954. This year’s theme, Carnival POPS, features high-energy performances filled with music, skits, video, and choreography - all designed and performed by students.

Performance dates: April 10, 11, 16, 17, 18. Tickets will be released mid-March at edinabands.org. Families are encouraged to attend and support this beloved Edina tradition!

Edina Give & Go Gala

You’re Invited: Edina Give & Go Annual Gala

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Edina Give & Go Annual Gala, our biggest fundraising event celebrating community, generosity, and impact. Enjoy great food, meaningful connections, and the chance to support a mission that brings us together. We’d love to see you there—come celebrate, connect, and be part of something special!

Ticket sales are now open!

You’re Invited!

Wayfinders: A Community Approach to Meaningful Student Career Exploration

Students don’t know what they don’t know. Most high school students—if they have started exploring at all—only explore careers they’re already familiar with. As a community, we can change that. Whether you are a parent, educator, community leader, business leader, or member of a faith community or service organization, YOU can help young people find their way. Join us to learn from community experts—including EHS students themselves—about what they need to thrive.

Thursday, March 26, 2026

7:45-9:15am

Edina High School

Edina Center for Performing Arts (EPAC) | Enter Door 3

Coffee and light refreshments provided.

Please RSVP onlineby Friday, March 13, 2026.

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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