Greetings Valley students and families,
Now that September is completed and we transition to October, conferences are taking place the next two Tuesdays. Tiger Talks are Tuesday, October 4th from 3:45-7:45 PM. These conferences are arranged by teachers. Tiger Snapshots are Tuesday, October 11th from 4:15-7:45 PM and are the arena style conferences when all parents are invited to the building to meet briefly with teachers.
Students are put in the best position for success when school and home are working together in a partnership. The Family Engagement committee at Valley wanted me to convey this thought; "Thank you for the work families do each day to lift up their students. We aim to amplify the work families engage in with their students through partnership in the learning process."
Go Tigers!!!
ACADEMICS
Monday is an ODD block day.
This is the perfect time to establish positive habits and routines for school success! Let's focus on being to class on time and practicing 4CP (Critical Thinking, Continuous Learning, Communication, Collaboration and Professionalism) in all of our classes and interactions.
To celebrate the first of the 4 A's (Academics), Academic Awards are taking place Monday, October 17th at 7:00 PM. Students who earn a 3.4 GPA both semesters in the same calendar year in at least 5.5 classes are eligble for the award.
We were recently notified by surrounding apartment complexes they have noticed an increase in students parking illegally on their properties. They stated they will begin towing vehicles not belonging to residents. Please don't park on private property
ACTIVITIES
A friendly reminder from the Yearbook staff tha senior portraits are due Friday, October 28th. All senior portrait information can be found at bit.ly/2023seniorportraitinfo.
Sparkle Cheer is looking for a few students who want to be part of a fantastic cheer squad! Sparkle cheer pairs differently-abled students together in an inclusive, supportive and fun environment who cheer at Valley sporting events. If interested, please contact timmermans@wdmcs.org.
Any student interested in serving on Valley's Principal's Advisory Council, please print and fill out this application. This group meets with Mr. Maxwell on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:15 AM in the Forum and will discuss building projects and provide feedback around district and building initiatives. Today is the last day to sign up!
Valley's Hall of Honor nominations are now open!!
Chess Club will begin meeting Tuesday after school in the Media Center.
Valley Chem Club will begin meeting soon in 3433. See Mrs. McGrane with questions. Also....
Students interested in Science Bowl, also see Mrs. McGrane.
Students interested in music should join the Music Club where you can listen and learn new music, create playlists, join ensembles, play instruments and do performances. Email pr58248@wdmcs.org for more information.
Join Young Feminists Club! Text "@ag743ha" to 81010 or follow on Instagram @vhsyoungfeminists.
Join CORE (Community of Racial Equity) in room1316 Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 PM. For more information email kanec@wdmcs.org.
Chinese Club meets every other Monday from 3:30-4:40 PM in room 1351. First meeting is TBD and contact jl40095@wdmcs.org for more information.
Valley GSA meets every Monday from 3:30-4:30 PM in room 3422. ALL are welcome!
ARTS
ValleyFest Calling all volunteers! Valley is hosting its 43rd Valleyfest at Valley Stadium on Saturday, 10/8. We need 500 volunteers to make this day a success! We are looking for adults and students to help run concessions, sell tickets, and greet incoming bands and fans. Please use the following link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d49acad22a7fdc16-valleyfest1 to sign up. Silver Cord hours are available for students who volunteer. Please contact Karla Willis at vfvolunteers@valleybands.org with any questions. Go Tigers!!!
The fall Orchestra concert is Thursday, October 6th at 7:00 PM in the Staplin Performing Arts Center.
Make sure to put the Vocal Music concert on Tuesday, October 11th on your calendar!! More information coming soon!
Don't forget the Band concert on Thursday, October 13th in the Staplin Performing Arts Center!
Valley's fall play is "Peter and the Starcatcher". Stay tuned for more information.
ATHLETICS
Click here for Valley's sports page.
Please make sure to make it to one of our Fall sports competitions. Fall sports include
- Boys and Girls Cross-Country
- Girls Swimming
- Boys Golf
- Volleyball
- Football
Principal
David Maxwell
Associate Principals
Shannon Campbell
Josh Griffith
Chris Novak
Megan Thomsen
Activities Director
Brad Rose