Pleasant Valley Cougar News
March 31, 2021
MESSAGE FROM MR. KROTT
Dear Pleasant Valley Students and Families,
Spring has sprung and it is hard to believe there are only a few short months of school remaining. Classrooms are buzzing with activity and students are getting the opportunity to take advantage of the warmer weather having physical education classes and recess outside once again.
This month's newsletter contains information on PSSA testing, Kindergarten registration, Spring Break and other important information. If you have any questions, please contact the office.
Respectfully,
Kenneth Krott
Principal, Pleasant Valley Elementary
PSSA April 20-30
The Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) is a statewide evaluation of English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. A Science assessment (PSSA) will also be given to fourth grade students. These important tests will be given to ALL students in grades 3-5, both in person and virtual, at our school during the dates listed below. We start our testing at approximately 9:30 a.m. each day.
- ELA, grades 3-5, Tuesday - Thursday, April 20 - 22
- Mathematics, grades 3-5, Tuesday and Wednesday, April 27 - 28
- Science (Grade 4 only), Thursday and Friday, April 29 - 30
It is extremely important that students are on-time, well rested, and ready to do their best each day.
Please help your children get rested and ready for these PSSA assessments. Make every effort to have your child present at school, arriving on time, eating a healthy breakfast, and getting plenty of rest. All that we expect from our students is that they give this assessment their best effort. Thank you for all your support!
See the documents below for additional information.
Phys Ed Fun
Interesting Insects
Oreo Moon Phases
Kindergarten Registration
A list of documents needed for registration can be found HERE.
You can view our promotional video HERE.
WTAJ Chief Meteorologist Joe Murgo "Visits" Third Grade
Spring Break
- Friday, April 2nd
- Monday, April 5th
- Tuesday, April 6th
All classes will resume on Wednesday, April 7th.
Read Across America
In celebration of Read Across America Week, students participated in various theme days throughout the month of March. One of the favorite theme days was to dress as your favorite Dr. Seuss character.
School Pictures
If you ordered photos, be sure to check your child's backpack. Virtual students will be contacted regarding photo pick-up.
Volcano Models
The Right Angle
Fitness Tests
Cell Phones
It is understood that students may have possession of a cellular phone in the case of an emergency before or after school. Students should have phones turned off and in backpacks during the school day. This includes while on district transportation.
The Elementary Student Code of Conduct is available for review on our website https://pleval.aasdcat.com/ under the "Policies" tab.
AASD Food Program
The AASD Food Program is now available for students who are attending full time virtual instruction or cyber programs. Five breakfast and five lunch meals will be provided for each child age 18 and under. Food will be distributed on Wednesday or Thursday each week. A new order form will need to be submitted each week.
Order forms will be posted each Monday on the AASD Facebook page as well as the AASD Website, Altoona Area School District
Meals will be available for pick up at the Washington & Jefferson Building, 420 1st Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602 on the date selected on your order form. Pick up times are from 12:00 until 2:00.
Upcoming Events
April 2nd, 5th & 6th
No School - Spring Break
April 9th
End of 3rd Marking Period
April 20-22
ELA PSSA, Grades 3-5
April 27-28
Math PSSA, Grades 3-5
April 29-30
Science PSSA, Grade 4
The Final Paw
Mr. Krott celebrated his birthday in March and was overwhelmed by the number of cards and birthday wishes he received by both students and staff. Groups of students made special trips to the office just to say Happy Birthday and some classes even sang! Mr. Krott would like to thank everyone for making his birthday extra special this year!
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Website: https://pleval.aasdcat.com/
Location: 310 Cayuga Avenue, Altoona, PA, USA
Phone: (814)946-8397
Twitter: @PrincipalPV