Weekly Penguin News
Park Village Elementary - A 2018 CA Distinguished School
Upcoming Events
09/18 - Deadline to return Golden Envelopes to qualify for raffles
09/18 - Penguin Squad Spirit Wear Store Closes
09/18 - PTA Association Meeting |5:00 pm @ H102
09/19 - Volunteer Workroom Training | 9:30 am @ Workroom
09/20 - Golden Envelope Pledge Drive Ends
09/20 - Friday Flag | 9:00 am @ Lunch Area
09/20 - Ice Cream Social | 3:20 pm @ Lunch Area
09/20 - D.A.D.S. Group Meeting | 7:00 pm
09/23 - Math Olympiads Info Meeting | 6:30 pm @ MPR
09/23 - 09/27 Parking Spot Raffle Sales
09/25 - X-Ploration
09/26 - Jr FIRST Lego League Applications DUE
09/26 - Volunteer Workroom Training | 9:30 am @ Workroom
09/26 - 5th Grade Science Night | 6:45 pm @ MPR
09/27 - Ice Cream Social | 3:20 pm @ Lunch Area
Go to http://parkvillagefoundation.com/pves-calendar/ for additional calendar events
Go to https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/schools/52513 for PVES digital flyers
Your Pledge Drive Donations Fund the Gap
We are entering into the last week of our Golden Envelope Pledge Drive. As of this morning, we have raised almost $64,000 with 237 students participating! Our goal is to raise $160,000 this year. A 2018 report by the California School Boards Association found nearly a $2,000 gap between California’s per-pupil funding and the national average. Your donations help fund this gap and keep the Science, Technology, Art, Music, and P.E. programs here at Park Village. Golden Envelopes can be returned to your teacher or to the Foundation mailbox just inside the front gates. Or, you may donate online at https://parkvillagefoundation.com/.
As a reminder, families who donate via our website or Golden Envelope by Wednesday, September 18, will be entered to win the Round Table, Souplantation, or Disney raffles. Thank you for investing in your child’s education!
Foundation Spotlight: Meet Mrs. Nellies
Your donations to the PV Foundation fund our Science Coordinator, Mrs. Nellies, and the Science Lab and Science Night supplies.
Mrs. Nellies is starting her 7th year at Park Village! She meets with classes for 36 weeks this year. Grade levels vary on how many times they head to Science Lab - 5th Grade goes every week! Students participate in labs that align with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). And Mrs. Nellies assists teachers to make sure all the standards are covered.
Fun facts:
- Mrs. Nellies puts on six grade-level science nights throughout the year. No need to create a big elaborate science experiment and results report at home - come to your Science Night and have a blast participating in the six science stations that Mrs. Nellies has created, just for you!
- The teachers at the middle schools have commented about how the kids from PV stand out in Science. Many of our students say that having all the labs at PV helped them in Middle School. If the kids like science, they can learn it!
Mrs Nellies says: " I love bringing hands-on science to the kids at PV. That moment when the kids feel the "WOW" of science never gets old. Science should be experienced and witnessed... not just read from a book. I love that the kids get to come to the lab and get messy. Some of them are surprised when I don't get upset when they make a mess. That's why they come to the lab and we don't do these things in their classrooms!"
Foundation Spotlight: Meet Mrs. Hirst
Mrs. Hirst has been our Meet the Masters (MTM) "Artist in Residence" since 2013! The MTM program showcases four different art masters in a school year. Each artist has three activities to embrace and learn about the master. First, the students view an age-appropriate DVD about the artist's life, artwork, and techniques. Second, the students use a worksheet to practice some of the techniques mentioned in the DVD. Third, the students have a step-by-step art lesson provided by Mrs. Hirst or a classroom volunteer. In this lesson they replicate the techniques they have been learning, in their own masterpiece.
Fun facts:
- There are three levels of instruction for each artist. We have beginner (TK-2nd grade), intermediate (3rd-4th grade) and advance (5th grade) levels. Each level typically imitates the same step-by-step art lesson, but is age appropriate.
- There are 22 artists that are studied in this program, so students will never repeat a lesson during their time at Park Village!
This year we will be studying:
- Paul Klee (Swiss) - Abstract, composition with line, texture and color using tempura paint.
- Rosa Bonheur (French) - Realism, Line and texture using oil pastels.
- Faith Ringgold (American) - Patterns, Dimension and texture using paper and oil pastels.
- George Seurat (French) - Pointillism, reflections using sandpaper and color.
Mrs. Hirst says: "I have always loved art and art history and it is so wonderful to be able to share a creative hands on art history program to these young thinkers. I hope we open their minds to a life time of art appreciation."
Introducing Penguin Squad Spirit Wear!
Parking Spot Raffle
Math Olympiads
What is the Math Olympiads contest? A opportunity for children to participate in creative problem solving which develop a child's ability to reason, to be logical, to be resourceful, and occasionally to be ingenious. Students in grades 3 through 5 are eligible to participate in PV's Math Olympiads program. There is an informational meeting for students and parents on Monday, September 23 at 6:30pm in MP room. No RSVP needed. If you have any questions email Shiv Keyal at shivkeyal@gmail.com. For more information please visit here: https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/806891/schools/52513
2019-2020 GATE Testing Information
Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) involves services for students whose cognitive needs may require modified classroom curriculum and instruction to accommodate their learning differences and ensure their achievement. Parents may request GATE testing for students in grades 2-7.
To request GATE testing for your child, complete a GATE Parent Questionnaire/Test Consent form online through the PUSD GATE webpage - https://onlinereg.powayusd.com/GateSurvey
NOTE: Requests for GATE Testing will only be taken during the request submission window dates (now through November 22, 2019).
Test Date (only 1 test opportunity) at PARK VILLAGE ELEMENTARY: January 16, 2020
**Testing will be on site during regular school hours.
If you have questions, please contact the PVES Admin. Office at 858-484-5621.
Harvest Festival
*Proceeds support the 4th Grade Giving Service Project, 5th Grade Promotion, PUSD Adopt-a-Family, and more.
PTA Association Meeting
Our first PTA Association Meeting will be Wednesday, September 18 at 5pm, in H102.
If you haven't signed up for a membership, you can do so online: https://jointotem.com/ca/san-diego/park-village-elementary-pta
Volunteer Workroom Trainings
By Joy Turnage, Campus Supervisor
In order to use the copiers in the Workroom, classroom volunteers MUST be trained to use these machines.
We will have Workroom Training Sessions on the following dates:
September 19th – 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
September 26th – 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Classroom volunteers, please plan to attend this training session as you will not be able to use the copiers in the Workroom without training. Thank you so much for your cooperation.
Volunteers Needed for Science Nights
Looking for a fun night out? Come be a science supervisor at one or more PV grade-level science nights! No experience or science background is needed. You will oversee a station while our little ones sharpen their science skills with their parents. Please sign up for a night when your own child is not attending as each participating student must be accompanied by an adult. Your time commitment is about 2 hours, generally from about 6:20-8:30 p.m. Science Nights cannot happen without your help! To volunteer, please sign up at the following link: PV Science Night Volunteers
All science nights begin promptly at 6:45 pm in the MP room. If you have any questions, contact Shannon Nellies at s.nellies72@gmail.com
- 5th grade - September 26
- 4th grade - October 24
- 3rd grade - November 7
- 2nd grade - January 9
- 1st grade - February 6
- TK/Kindergarten - February 27
D.A.D.S. Group Meeting, Friday Sept. 20 at 7PM, Victor's Back Yard
Jr FIRST Lego League
PTA Reflections Program 2019
Calling All Creative Kids! This year’s Reflections theme “Look Within” has may possibilities. Ask your child to think about the theme and talk about what it means to them.
Brainstorming Starting Points:
Let your child get creative and have fun! They can create a piece of artwork or short film, take a photo, choreograph a dance, and/or write a song or story that captures the theme in their own unique way!
If your child wants to submit an entry, click here for the rules and entry form. Completed Reflections entries will be due October 16th in the lunch area before school begins (8:40-9:00 am). If you are not able to drop off an artwork at this time, please email to make alternate arrangements. Your child's creative efforts will be displayed at the artist's showcase on Friday evening, October 18th in conjunction with Movie Night. More details to come!
If you have any questions, please contact Reflections Chair, Jennifer Myers at info@artskiddoo.com.
PV Yearbooks On Sale Now
Order your Yearbook by September 30 to receive 15% off the regular price! Don't wait - this is the biggest discount (and lowest price) of the 2019-2020 year! Each yearbook comes with two free, custom pages. Plus, earn $5 for PV Foundation AND a tree is planted with every purchase. https://tr5.treering.com/createAccount/101471725840797
FAQs: https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/811954/schools/52513
Questions? Contact parkvillageyearbook@gmail.com.
Volunteer Opportunities for 2019 - 2020
Park Village prides itself on our programs and events. However, they are all run by parent volunteers, and we need your help! We have opportunities of all types and sizes. Even one hour once a month can make a difference!
- Library - Help reshelve books. This task is constant and can happen any time of day. Perhaps you can help after morning drop-off or while waiting to pick up your child in the afternoon? You can make a difference in as little as 15-20 minutes. I just need folks to stop by regularly. Many hands make light work! No experience is required. If you’re interested, please email me at sfleming@powayusd.com, or stop by the library to chat.
- Recycling - Help sort and crush recycling. Second Wednesday of every month, 8-9 am, ESS Parking Lot. Even 15-30 minutes before school is a big help!. Contact Victor at pvesdads1@gmail.com.
- Science Night Volunteers - You will oversee a station while our little ones sharpen their science skills with their parents. Please sign up for a night when your own child is not attending - PV Science Night Volunteers. Contact Shannon Nellies at s.nellies72@gmail.com.
- Marquee Editor in Chief(s) - Update the marquee in the front of the school with our PVE news, and help keep our families informed! Contact Gigi in the office.
**REMINDERS**
The Next Generation of Box Tops is Here!
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