Greetings Valley students and families,
This week, parents and teachers connected during our Tiger Talks conferences and the focus on student success was apparent. Conferences is an opportunity for everyone to focus on a common goal; making sure students have a positive school experience and feel there is a connection to school.
On Tuesday, October 11th, we will have our Tiger Snapshots arena-style conferences where conferences are a way for parents and teachers to quickly touch base; Tiger Snapshots conferences shouldn't last longer than 5 minutes.
We are also in our fall concert season, and Vocal Music and Band have concerts next week as well.
Enjoy your weekends!
Go Tigers!!!
ACADEMICS
There is NO SCHOOL Monday, October 10th.
Tuesday, October 11th is an 8 period day.
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!
Students should not let friends in doors during the school day. All students will enter through the North Main Doors between 8:20 AM-3:20 PM.
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.
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 today 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!!!
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
Starting in the 2022-2023 season, girls wrestling will be a sanctioned sport by the IGHSAU. There will be a meeting in Coach T. Young's room (1601) on Wednesday, October 12th at 8:00 AM for any girls interested in wrestling this year. If you have questions, please reach out to Coach Rasmussen (rasmussenc@wdmcs.org).
Principal
David Maxwell
Associate Principals
Shannon Campbell
Josh Griffith
Chris Novak
Megan Thomsen
Activities Director
Brad Rose