Weekly Penguin News
Park Village Elementary - A 2018 CA Distinguished School
Upcoming Events
10/05 - D.A.D.S. Work Party | 5:30 - 7:00 pm @ Learning Garden
10/06 - Sort & Crush Recycling | 5:30 - 6:30 pm @ ESS Parking Lot
10/07 - 10/11 Meet the Masters (MTM) In-Service: Paul Klee
10/08 - 3rd Grade iPad Checkout | 1:40 - 4:30 pm @ Library
10/08 - CHADD Meeting: Managing Defiance | 7:00 - 9:00 pm @ MPR
10/09 - Recycling Collection | 8:00 - 9:00 am @ ESS Parking Lot
10/09 - X-Ploration
10/09 - 4th Grade iPad Checkout | 3:20 - 6:30 pm @ Library
10/10 - 5th Grade iPad Checkout *POSTPONED* | 3:20 - 6:30 pm @ Library
10/11 - Ice Cream Social | 3:20 pm @ Lunch Area
10/11 - D.A.D.S Meeting | 7:00 pm
10/14 - 10/18 - MTM Lessons: Paul Klee
10/16 - Reflections Entries DUE | 8:40 am @ Lunch Area
10/17 - Make-Up Picture Day
10/17 - Parent Info Night, Hosted by Principal Mosgrove | 6:00 pm @ MPR
10/18 - Spirit Day: Sports Day
10/18 - PTA Association Meeting | 8 am @ MPR
10/18 - Scholastic Book Fair Opens | 8:40 am @ H102
10/18 - Friday Flag | 9:00 am @ Lunch Area
10/18 - Reflections Art Showcase| 5:00 pm @ Front of K building
10/18 - D.A.D.S. Sponsored Movie Night | 5:00 - 9:00 pm @ Blacktop
Go to https://parkvillagefoundation.com/pages/calendar for additional calendar events
Go to https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/schools/52513 for PVES digital flyers
PVES iPad Check-Out Nights
For the parents of 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders who previously asked to borrow an iPad from Park Village, visit the school library to check out your student’s iPad on the scheduled day and time next week:
- 3rd Grade Checkouts: Tuesday, October 8, from 1:40 to 4:30 pm
- 4th Grade Checkouts: Wednesday, October 9, from 3:20 to 6:30 pm
- 5th Grade Checkouts: Thursday, October 10, from 3:20 to 6:30 pm
If you have more than one child who is borrowing an iPad, you only need to visit once. Please remind us that you need more than one device when we see you. If you have questions, or if you have decided not to borrow a school-owned device, please contact Shelley Fleming at sfleming@powayusd.com. Thank you!
Meet the Masters Art Program
Meet the Masters (MTM) is Park Village’s Art Curriculum that is funded by the Park Village Foundation. Next week the students will be learning about our first artist, Paul Klee (1879-1940), a Swiss born painter and graphic artist of German nationality. Klee had great talent as a musician, and his interest in music is often reflected in his art. His small-scale paintings incorporated several modernist movements including Surrealism, Cubism and Expressionism. The following week, students will create an abstract composition with line, texture and color using tempura paint. Thank you to our parent volunteers who will provide step-by-step instructions to our students for hour-long the art lesson.
Recycling Collection
Wednesday, October 9, 8-9 AM, ESS Lot
The second Wednesday of every month is Recycling Collection. We are collecting California Redemption Value (CRV) plastic and glass bottles, aluminum cans, and household batteries. The money raised by the CRV items goes directly to the school. Separate the items by type and crush them if possible - it really helps out. Again this year we will give out awards for the top student in each grade, and overall top collector. The class that brings in the most will win an ice cream party, so tally up the total number of CRV items, jot it down on a slip of scratch paper along with your child's name and teacher's name, and bring it along with the recyclables. Note that we do not have time to count your items at the drop off, and please avoid taping the slip to the bag as it gets torn, lost or buried. We're always looking for volunteers to come help sort and crush that morning, so come on down and lend a hand. If you have any questions email pvesdads1@gmail.com
Parent Info Night: PV Update
PTA Reflections Program 2019
by Jennifer Myers, Reflections Chair
Become a Famous Artist at PV! The Reflections artist's showcase will Friday evening, October 18th in conjunction with Movie Night, located in the covered area of the K Building. This year’s Reflections theme—“Look Within”— has many possibilities. Ask your child to think about the theme and talk about what it means to them. I've been to many classrooms in the last couple of weeks, so you may have heard more about this program from your child.
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, 8:40-9:00 am in the lunch area before school begins. If you are not able to drop off an artwork at this time, please email to make alternate arrangements. Judging needs to take place prior to movie night, so Wednesday is a firm deadline. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Myers at info@artskiddoo.com.
Coordinator NEEDED FOR Fun Run on November 8
Penguin Page Turners Book Club ~ Recommendation of the Week
The book recommended by Lyla J. of Mrs. Marker's class is "Cleopatra in Space" by Mike Maihack. The book is a graphic novel, about Cleopatra, as a girl, who is teleported from Egypt into the future and into outer space. Cleopatra learns that it is up to her to save the galaxy. Recommended for grades 3 -7.
Winners of Pledge Drive & Parking Space Raffle
Thank you Park Village Families! As of October 1, your generous donations have brought in $79,294.62 from 306 students! Wow! These donations go directly to the academic and community programs here at Park Village. Congratulations to Mrs. Ives' and Mrs. Lafever's classes who won an otter pop party for having the most participation (18 students each) and bringing in the most money ($6,150 and $5,215, respectively).
D.A.D.S. Group Update
Volunteers are needed for the October events below. If you’re new to the school or have been meaning to come out, the Oct 11 meeting is a great opportunity to meet fellow PVES DADS, see what’s planned for the year, and maybe eat the best jalapeño poppers you’ve ever had. Contact D.A.D.S. President Victor Chan at pvesdads1@gmail.com with any questions.
- Oct 5, 5:30 - 7:00 PM: Outdoor Garden work by ESS building
- Oct 6, 5:30 - 6:30 PM: Sort and crush recyclables outside the ESS building. Bring the kids!
- Oct 9, 8-9 AM: Recycling collection at ESS
- Oct 11, 7-9 PM: DADS meeting at Geoff's new place
- Oct 18, 4-9 PM MOVIE NIGHT - We’ll need lots of volunteers for this marquee DADS event.
- Oct 25, lunchtime: Picnic With Penguins. 4 dads needed to host the sign-in sheets in 30-min intervals
- Oct 26, 9 AM-12 PM: Bike Safety and Canyon Ride
Parking Lot Reminder
Please remember that the parking lot is for teachers and staff only, with the exception of the clearly marked visitor spots. We have many support staff members whose hours begin after class is in session. When they have to spend their time searching for parking off campus, it negatively impacts our student services. Thank you for your help!
Box Tops for Education
Do you have the All-New Box Tops App? It's the new way to earn! Use the app to scan your receipts & earn cash for Park Village. Visit https://www.boxtops4education.com for more information.
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**
Playground Partners
Harvest Festival
*Proceeds support the 4th Grade Giving Service Project, 5th Grade Promotion, PUSD Adopt-a-Family, and more.
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.
Park Village is on Social Media!
Follow us on Facebook:
Park Village Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/parkvillagefoundation/
DADS Group: https://www.facebook.com/ParkVillageDADS/
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Contact the Penguin News Editors
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