MVES Newsletter
February 23, 2023
Upcoming Events
NO SCHOOL FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24
Parenting Corner
When you ask Dr. Google about “place value,” you typically get the mathematical explanation of “the numerical value that a digit has by virtue of its position in a number.” At Mountain View we start teaching this type of place value beginning in first grade but we also teach another version of “place value” that emphasizes the environmental and historical significance of where we live in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Yesterday, we had a K-5 assembly with the Virginia Wildlife Center that included an injured box turtle named “Wilson,” a blind possum named “Marigold,” and a hognose snake appropriately named “Oscar” (they act like they’re dead to avoid predators). While I’ll be surprised if your child does not mention the assembly (our kids were enthralled), please ask them about it and take some time as a family watching a sunset, or staring up into the night sky, or simply looking around your yard for confused critters who think spring has arrived early! Teaching our kids that this place- our place- has value in its uniqueness is an important part of their learning. As someone whose childhood was spent elsewhere, I fell in love with The Valley’s natural beauty, its people, and its pace. Let’s work together to pass that love on to the next generation!
Winter Growth Assessments (Be On The Lookout)
English Class for Parents
For any parents or family members who are interested in a free, beginner-level English class - join us at the school on Wednesday, March 1st at 6:00 pm for pizza, conversational practice, and learning! Childcare is provided! Call the school at 540-438-1965 or text 540-296-4683 to sign up!
Para cualquier padre o familiar que esté interesado en una clase de inglés gratuita para principiantes, únase a nosotros, en la escuela el miércoles 1 de marzo a las 6:00 p. m. para pizza, práctica de conversación y aprendizaje. ¡Se proporciona cuidado de niños! ¡Llame a la escuela al 540-438-1965 o envíe un mensaje de texto al 540-296-4683 para inscribirse!
Courtyard Update
Text Notifications
Classroom Group Photos
Yearbook Sales
Yearbooks are now on sale for $20! You can purchase a yearbook online OR by cash or check. Please fill out the order form and return to school with payment or you may use the link below to purchase a yearbook online. The deadline to order a yearbook is March 3, 2023. We do not order extra yearbooks, so please order by the deadline if you would like one!
Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration
Registration will be on March 7 from 9:00-3:00 and March 8 from 9:00-6:00.
PRE-K SCREENINGS
children who will be four (4) years old on or before September 30, 2023
-Birth Certificate
-Proof of Residency
-Proof of Income for everyone working in the household
Once all information is provided, you will receive a scheduled screening appointment for a later date to see if your child qualifies for our program.
KINDERGARTEN
We encourage families to complete the registration online using the link that will be provided on our website www.rcps.net starting March 7th (Be sure to select 2023-24 school year). If you are unable to access the online registration form, you may stop by Mountain View on March 7 from 9:00-3:00 or March 8 from 9:00-6:00 and we will gladly assist you.
Required paperwork due upon registration:
Kindergarten
children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023
-Birth Certificate
-Proof of Residency
Please provide the information listed above on the designated dates and times or you may submit it to our registration email mvesregistration@rockingham.k12.va.us
NOTE: A copy of a current physical examination form and a complete immunization record MUST be provided before a child begins school.
Attendance
Parent Portal
The parent portal is an online portal accessible anywhere on the web that parents can log in to and see all of their children in one place, their grades, assignments, scores, attendance, schedules, and teacher comments for each school your children attend.
Parents need to contact the school to get access information to create an account in PowerSchool.