North Notes
Blue Valley North's Parent Newsletter - March 25, 2022
In this Newsletter …
A Letter from Your Principal
Guide to 4th Quarter
Counseling Center
Senior Information
BVN Bell Schedules
Mark Your Calendar
Parent Announcements
Prom 2022
Student Announcements
Cheer Tryout Information
Dance Team Tryout
Medical Messages
Durham Bus Information
Winter Activity Guide
A Letter from Your Principal
Hello Mustang Community!
We have had a great start to the fourth quarter. It is hard to believe that we only have 8 weeks left for all students! As we get closer to the end of the school year, it is very important that students finish strong. Remember that we have time dedicated during Academic Support Time (Tuesdays/Thursdays) and during North Time (Fridays) for students to get work done with their teachers for help that they need.
Recently, you received important information regarding Blue Valley School updates for the rest of the year. We've also included the updates in this newsletter. Please make it a priority to read this information. More details regarding end of the year events will be in next week's North Notes.
Have a great weekend, Mustangs!
Blue Valley North's Guide to Fourth Quarter 2022
Counseling, Academics & Testing (updated)
Click Here For BVN's Counseling Webpage for information about:
- Virtual summer school is open for enrollment through April 15th. Register through ParentVue. See more information here: https://www.bluevalleyk12.org/summerprograms .
- 9th - 12th graders: Don’t miss the Blue Valley College Fair on April 5th, 6 - 7:30pm at Hilltop Conference Center. Registration and information can be found here - https://app.strivescan.com/registration.
- Senior scholarships can be found on Naviance Home page->College tab->Scholarship Search https://student.naviance.com/bluevalleynhs
- Check out school year and summer opportunities: Opportunities .
- Juniors and Seniors can sign up to attend college admission rep visits to BVN - Naviance Home page->Colleges tab->College Visits https://student.naviance.com/bluevalleynh
- Junior College Planning Information here - College and Career Planning
- Visit the Counseling Virtual Calming Room
- Visit the Counseling Home Page to find additional resources or contact information for Counselors and other Student Services staff.
Questions? Contact Sarah King @ (913)239-3016 or SKing@bluevalleyk12.org .
Senior Information for the Class of 2022
Save the date for 2022 Graduation: Sunday, May 22, at 7 p.m. at the District Activity Center, 13310 Switzer, Overland Park, Kansas 66213. Rain date is Wednesday, May 25 at 6 p.m. There are no tickets required and there is no limit on seating.
Senior Info page: Click HERE to access:
- PROM Info! It will be April 9 from 8-10 p.m. at the Hilltop Conference Center. If you plan to invite a date from another school, you must complete a form--come see Mrs. Miller in Student Services for more info.
- The schedule of Senior Final Exams
- Scholarship info
- A link to audition to give a Senior Speech at Class Day or Graduation
- Info about ordering your cap & gown--Seniors can check the list at Mrs. Miller's desk to confirm if they have/have not ordered yet.
- A link to authorize the release of your student's transcript for college applications
- Info about the Balfour shipping schedule
- A downloadable image of Senior Events (shown below)
We will update this info page as decisions are made in the new few months.
Questions? Contact BVN Activities: Lisa Miller @ lkmiller@bluevalleyk12.org .
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BVN Bell Schedules ~ North Time will return on Fridays
When there are five days in the school week, the Bell Schedule will be Odd, Even, Odd, Even, Traditional Day. On Monday, Wednesday and Friday, school begins at 7:40 a.m. On Tuesday and Thursday, school begins at 8:25 a.m. (see below). If you want a copy for home, ask your student to stop by the BVN main office. It's also posted on the BVN website.
Here is a link to the Bell Schedule which is on the BVN website: BVNBELLSCHEDULE .
Mark Your Calendar for March, April and May 2022
Upcoming All School Events
All BVN events, activities, sporting events and additional calendar adjustments are found on the EKL calendar: www.easternkansasleague.org .
Parent Announcements
Math, ELA & Science State Assessments (new)
Kansas State testing has begun for Sophomores and is coming soon for Juniors! The following tests will be administered during class times for the following dates/grades:
- March 22-25: Math Assessments for Sophomores
- March 28-31: ELA Assessments for Sophomores
- April 4-5: Science Assessments for Juniors
Kansas State Assessments measure student mastery of state standards in each subject. Students will take the assessments during their assigned Math, ELA, or Science class hour. We would greatly appreciate if you could please avoid scheduling appointments or pulling your student out of class during these testing days if it is avoidable.
Feel free to contact Dr. Lisa Stolper, Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction, if you have any questions about state testing.
Fostering A Safe School Environment
Blue Valley Schools is committed to promoting and fostering a safe environment in and around all of our schools. Through the convergence of physical and intellectual security measures, we are continuously working to prevent, mitigate, respond to and recover from a wide range of emergencies. Please check out available ways to report safety concerns.
Are you moving? Have you moved?
Please contact the BVN Registrar, Suzy Doherty, by email at sdoherty@bluevalleyk12.org .
BVN Prom sponsored by STUCO - April 9
Mark your calendars Mustangs, because Junior/Senior Prom is almost here. Prom will be held on April 9th, 2022 at Hilltop from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm. The theme is "A Night in the Enchanted Forest." Tickets will be sold the week of the dance in the commons during lunch for $35 each. Food (mini donuts) and drinks will be provided. REMINDER: Prom is only for upperclassmen, however, underclassmen may be invited as a date by an upperclassman. If a date is from another school, they will need to fill out paperwork from Student Services. Finally, all students will need a form of ID (driver's license or student ID). We can't wait to see you on this magical night!
Student Announcements
2022-2023 Cheer Team Tryouts & Info Meeting (new)
Interested in trying out for the 2022-2023 BVN Cheer Squad?
BVN Cheer Tryout Informational Meeting: The BVN Cheer Tryout Informational Meeting is Monday, March 28th at 6pm via Zoom. During this meeting we will cover the tryout process and provide you with tryout forms and tryout material. We ask that both athlete and parent/guardian are in attendance in order to ensure all are aware of the tryout information.
BVN Cheer Tryout Zoom Link: https://bluevalleyk12.zoom.us/j/92495819266
Tryout BAND App/Website: For the 2022-2023 BVN Cheer Tryouts the coaching staff will be utilizing BAND to communicate and send out reminders/calendars for tryouts. Please download the BAND App or utilize BAND through your computer to join the BVN 22-23 Cheer Tryouts BAND in order to stay up to date on all things tryout related! BVN Cheer Tryout BAND App Link: https://band.us/n/a9a86ft8C7n1B
Please email bvnorthcheer@gmail.com or pashoemaker@bluevalleyk12.com with questions.
2022-2023 Dance Team Information Meeting (new)
Any dancer interested in auditioning for next year's dance team is to fill out the Google Form at the link below. This is how we will get emails to distribute information about important dates and more. If there are any questions about tryouts, please contact Coach Thompson at krthompson@bluevalleyk12.org. Can't wait to see you there!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9KWO_pXydZNeDmFMhfpXvZUOMh9mDnILAf-1iTlchK1PsRg/viewform
BOYS STATE 2022 JUNE 5-11! “Boys State is a practical opportunity to learn leadership skills through role play civic exercise.” Applications are available for high school sophomores and juniors to attend Boys State 2022. You can find more information at https://ksbstate.org/. Boys State will take place on the Kansas State University campus. If cost is an issue, please contact the KS Boys State Main Office (see FAQs). Questions? Contact Catie Bosch, cbosch@bluevalleyk12.org .
Medical Messages
School Nurse Information and Clinic Hours
The Nurse's office is open M – F: 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. It closes for lunch 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. except in the case of an emergency. Nurse Amanda Collichio is available to assist students with their health needs, first-aid and medical conditions. For help, contact Nurse Amanda at (913) 239-3013 or AJCollichio@bluevalleyk12.org .
Prescription Meds at BVN - Action Needed
This is reminder to parents: All prescription medications must be accompanied by this written authorization from a physician or other person licensed to prescribe medications, for the administration of that medication at school. All prescription medications to be administered at school must be in their original containers with the label intact. Students shouldn’t be self-carrying unlabeled prescription medications or any prescription medications. Questions? Email Nurse Amanda Collichio at ajcollichio@bluevalleyk12.org.
MAWD Drive-In Testing Clinic Info
Testing/Drop off location: MAWD labs 14950 Newton Drive Overland Park, KS (Northwest of CAPS on the Blue Valley District Office Campus).
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
New! Online Scheduling and Registration for MAWD Drive-In Testing Clinic
The MAWD Drive-In Testing Clinic now can accept online appointments and registrations.
- Step 1: Book an appointment online (https://mawdbvsd.simplybook.us/v2/ )(up to 6 people per appointment/car)
- Step 2: If you have not done so already, create an online account (https://c19order.com/school/enrollment) for parent/guardian. Please note that to login into the account in the future, username is the parent/guardian email address.
- Complete a form for the child needing COVID-19 testing and submit. Create forms for additional household members by clicking “Add Individual.”
- Receive a QR code via email for each family member needing testing. Keep this code as it will need to be shown upon arrival for each appointment.
- Call (913) 239-4371 and leave a message if you have questions. Calls will be returned in the order received.
- A parent/guardian will need to complete a consent form and must be with the student at the Drive-In Clinic to give verbal permission at the time of testing.
- Tests: Nasal self-swab and saliva PCR tests are both offered at the clinic. Individuals will need to refrain from eating or drinking 30 minutes prior to the saliva test.
- Test results are sent to the provided email/text address and to Blue Valley Health Services generally within 12-16 hours. They are not sent to building nurses.
Students and families who wish to access PCR testing, may use the MAWD COVID-19 Drive-In Testing Clinic or any other community COVID-19 testing* location.
BV MAWD Hours for April's Professional Development Days: *** BY APPOINTMENT ONLY or to drop off already completed test kits
- Sunday, April 17 - Clinic Closed
- Monday, April 18 - Clinic Closed
- Tuesday, April 19 - Clinic Open 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Wednesday, April 20 - Regular hours resume
- BV MAWD Hours for Last Day of School: *** BY APPOINTMENT ONLY or to drop off already completed test kits
- Thursday, May 26 - Clinic Open 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
BV MAWD Regular Hours: *** BY APPOINTMENT ONLY or to drop-off already completed test kits
- Monday-Thursday: 8am-6pm
- Friday: 8am-3:30pm
- Sunday: 10am-2pm
- MAWD Drive-In Testing Clinic will be closed whenever school is canceled for inclement weather.
- MAWD Drive-In Testing Clinic will operate on regular hours if there is an emergency closing for other reasons, such as high staff absences or transportation absences.
BV MAWD Courier Pickup Times:
- Monday-Thursday @ 11:30am and 5:45pm
- Friday @ 11am and 4:15pm
- Sunday @ 2:15pm
Normal dropoff hours at the MAWD Labs Headquarters: 11070 Strang Line Rd, Lenexa, KS 66215
- Monday - Friday: 8am-9pm
- Saturday/Sunday & Holiday Hours: 8am-3:30pm
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- Inclement Weather Schedule
- The MAWD Drive-In Testing Clinic will be closed whenever school is cancelled for inclement weather.
- MAWD Drive-In Testing Clinic will operate on regular hours if there is an emergency closing for other reasons, such as high staff or transportation absences.
Additional information about MAWD’s Drive-In Testing Clinic is available on the district website. General COVID-19 resources from Johnson County Department of Health and Environment, community testing locations and vaccine information from Children’s Mercy can be found on the district website.
COVID-19 Resources
Blue Valley families can find a variety of COVID-19 resources on the district website including general COVID-19 information, community testing locations and vaccine information from Children’s Mercy.
Durham Bus Riders
Durham will continue to transport our bus riders in the 2021-22 school year. If you have questions, please call Durham at 913-681-2492. The best time to call is between 9:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. when more staff are available to answer questions.
Durham Bus Services has three helpful tools for families with bus riders. Registration is required each year for families as bus routes and participants change:
- Bus Tracker: The Blue Valley Durham location will be using the Bus Tracker mobile app that is available for iOS and Android devices. To use the app, users will create an account that is tied to an email address of the user’s choice. The tool will allow account users to follow the route of a specific bus. Durham is updating daily when a scheduled backup bus is being used for a planned maintenance activity. If a bus is replaced with a quick turnaround due to an unforeseen event, Durham dispatch will make the switch on Bus Tracker at their next opportunity to update the app.
- Text Messaging: Families are still encouraged to sign up for Durham Text Messaging. The system is designed to share the “why” as Bus Tracker is designed to tell the “where”. To sign up for Durham Text Messaging visit www.bluevalleydurham.com.
- E-Link: Allows for verification of a student’s transportation information (i.e., stop location, bus # and pick-up and drop off times) based on the input of grade and home address. To access E-Link, go to www.bluevalleydurham.com.
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North Notes is published most Fridays during the school year. North Notes is a newsletter for the parents and students of Blue Valley North High School. If you have questions, please contact Janet Roush, Assistant to the Principal, at JRoush@bluevalleyk12.org .
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