October 1, 2021
BVSW Newsletter
BV Well Parent Speaker event
Timberwolf Softball
Creating the best possible Blue Valley high school experience
Blue Valley has a unique opportunity this year to study the high school experience with the goal of creating a comprehensive experience that leads to increased student personalization and ownership of learning.
The High School Study Committee, made up of high school teachers and administrators across the district, will study high school programming and spend time learning more about what we want for our students. Committee members from BVSW include Scott Roberts, Dr. Tyler Alexander, Sarah Dolence, Brittany Smith, Cody Parks and Shari Schaake. A complete list of committee members is available online.
The study committee solicited student focus group feedback to help identify the five action teams which will meet regularly over the next two months:
- Graduation requirements: Investigate what Blue Valley requires of its graduates and make any recommendations related to graduation requirements.
- Defining high school success: Identify some accountability measures in our redesign process.
- Real-World Learning Opportunities: Work closely with those leading the BV Edge work and establish a plan to deliver real-world learning opportunities to all students.
- Strategically Agile High School System: Make recommendations that inject more flexibility and agility into high school programming and the high school experience.
- Relevant & Authentic Instruction: Make recommendations related to instructional strategies, feedback/assessment policies and grading.
As high school families, your insight and feedback are valuable. Throughout the study, there will be opportunities for all high school students, staff members and families to offer feedback. Stay tuned for more information about the study and feedback opportunities later this semester.
reBEL club
ATTENTION Parents/Guardians
Upcoming Date: Tuesday October 12th
Upcoming Topic: College 101
This Coffee Talk is especially informative for parents/guardians who are seeking a better understanding of the college application process.
Theatre news
- Save the date for our next Black Box show - "The Odd Couple" will be performed October 21-23.
- We are in need of a few set props for this show. Take a look at the flyer and let Mr. Foote know if you are able to help with any of the items. THANK YOU!
- "Macbeth" rehearsals are under way! We have a fantastic cast and crew and cannot wait to bring you such an exciting show. Mark your calendars to come and see this mainstage play Nov. 18-20th.
- Do you own your own business or work for a company that would be interested in supporting our Black Box Booster Club? If so, you can purchase ad space in one or more of our playbills this year. Complete this form.
- Be sure to follow us on social media:
IG - @bvswbbb and @bvswtheatre
Twitter - @bvsw_bbb
9th grade students and families only
homecoming -- homecoming!!
THE DEN
Another popular RESTOCK in the SWauto tshirt! Get yours before it is off the shelves again! As fall is creeping in don’t miss out on all the awesome windbreakers and jackets The Den has to offer! Be sure to show your SW spirit in one of these fast selling jackets! Stay tuned and be sure you are following us on all social media platforms @bvswden – we will be planning giveaways that will be starting soon! Don’t miss out on free stuff from The Den!
SNACKS! Yes that’s right! Snacks and drinks are NOW AVAILABLE during TIPS and AFTER SCHOOL! Need a boost before practice – The Den has you covered! Be sure to stop by on your way out to practice! We are open until 3:20 after school and on your way to the locker rooms! 😊
Online Shopping: www.bvswden.com
Fall Sports Concessions
Consider taking a short shift to serve at one of our fall games! Kids love seeing you and you're helping to generate revenue that goes right back into our school!
If you have a student who does NOT play a fall sport, consider working a shift now so other parents can enjoy watching their kids play. They'll do the same for you during winter and spring activities! Concessions dollars go directly back to our PTO to fund school grants and other awesome activities.
BLEED GREEN Spirit Apparel is back!
Band fundraiser
Keep up to date with what is happening at BVSW!
All Activities and School Events can be found on the Eastern Kansas League website. Go to BVSW homepage, click on calendar, then click on the Eastern Kansas League website or click on the following:
https://www.easternkansasleague.org/public/genie/997/school/11/
Check out the official student media of BVSW: https://www.bvswnews.com/
Want to include something in our Friday newsletter?
The deadline for submissions to the Friday weekly newsletter is Thursday noon. Any fundraisers must be pre-approved before they may be added to the newsletter. Fundraiser questions, contact Kim Rich at KARich@bluevalleyk12.org.