Valley Newsletter
May/June 2020
Valley Elementary
Email: Dan.Schwieterman@gocreek.org
Website: https://gocreek-valley.edlioschool.com/
Location: 3601 Jonathon Drive, Beavercreek, OH, USA
Phone: 937-429-7597
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Valley-Elementary-School-1009571372465970/
Twitter: @VALLEYprincipal
Principal's Update
Dear Parents,
I hope this finds everyone well and starting to be able to enjoy some of the "normal" summer activities.
What an unprecedented and emotional end to the year! There are no words to express the many emotions we have all experienced these last couple of months. We faced situations and endured hardships that we could never of imagined back in August. With that being said, I do want to say thank you to teachers, staff, students, and parents for the amazing job that everyone did to step up to the sudden challenges that we were faced with. The learning curve to offsite learning was a steep one, but we pulled together to do the best we could to finish the year. I truly appreciate all of you!
As we look to the future, it is my hope that we can have all our kids back with us full time next year, but we will have to wait and see. People with much more knowledge and power than I have will make that decision. All I know for sure is that we will work together to do everything we can to support our students and families. I will make sure you are informed of all decisions throughout the summer.
This Newsletter at a Glance:
Yearbook Pick Up Last Chance!
Important Dates for Next Year
2020-2021 School Year Calendar
2020-2021 Supply Lists
PTO Sponsored 1st Day School Supply Kits
Summer Reading
Off-Site Learning Resources for Families
PTO
New Playground Equipment (PTO Sponsored over $40,000)
Happy Summer!
Please follow me at @Valleyprincipal.
Valley Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Valley-Elementary-School-1009571372465970/
Please contact me if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions throughout the year.
Sincerely,
Dan Schwieterman
Dan.Schwieterman@beavercreek.k12.oh.us
937-429-7597 ext. 2540
Happy Retirement Mrs. Fisher!
In case you were not aware, Mrs. Fisher has retired! There are not enough thanks in the world to show our appreciation for her service, support, encouragement, and leadership to everyone at Valley. She has been so important in shaping the lives of countless students! Since we were not able to properly honor her this year (board of education meeting and clap out), we are hoping we can do so next year.
Mrs. Fisher, you will be missed dearly!
Yearbook Orders
ATTN: PARENTS
Thank you all for your patience with the Yearbooks!
If you missed Monday's Yearbook Pick Up, you may stop by the office any day this week between 8:00am and 3:00pm.
We do have some soft cover yearbooks still available for purchase ($14).
Congratulations again to our cover contest winners, Makenzi Orf and Luke Yancey!
Important Upcoming Dates (All Tentative!)
- July 27th - Valley Office Opens
- August 7th - Class Lists Posted (7:30am)
- August 7th - New Student Orientation (9:00am-10:00am)
- August 7th - New Family Potluck (5:30pm-7:00pm)
- August 10th - Meet the Teacher Night (4:30pm-6:30pm)
- August 12th - First Day of School 1st-5th Grades
2020-2021 Supply Lists
1st Day School Supply Program
Dear Parents,
I know it's hard to think about school supply shopping with the summer beginning but I am so excited to announce a new partnership with 1st Day School Supplies!
This year, 1st Day School Supplies is going to help parents and teachers get the exact supplies needed for next school year. It will be delivered to the school and waiting for your child to pick up at the teacher night. You can also purchase backpacks,lunch totes, and spirit wear all from the comfort of home! Please note that earbuds/headphones are NOT included with the kit but can be added on.
You can make your purchase right now, get started by clicking the link below:http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/kits.php?sid=83984
Orders must be placed by Wednesday, July 1st!
2020 Summer Reading List
Elementary
- Grade 3 The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling
- Grade 4 The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies
- Grade 5 Frindle by Andrew Clements
Middle School
- Grade 6 Choose either Wonder by R.J. Palacio OR Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper
Off-Site Summer Learning Resources for Families
These were included in the last newsletter but are still good resources for maintaining skills over the summer. The website is linked for your convenience.
This was mentioned on the Today show. It contains a plethora of resources that are currently free!
This site was mentioned by Governor DeWine. It offers learning opportunities, videos, and lesson ideas.
This website offers additional practice with reading, math, science, arts and colors. Free Access Code Here.
Students are able to read various books, watch videos and play scholastic games.
GoNoodle provides students an opportunity to move around!
Daily engaging science through COSI videos and hands-on activities you can try at home.
Offers a home Safari each day at 3pm EDT where they will highlight one of their amazing animals and include an activity you can do from home.
From their habitat to yours, these live streaming cams provide views of wildlife. This family-friendly website is jam-packed with videos and information about animals, fun stories, hands-on activities, and games.
Valley PTO
Hi Everyone,
The Valley PTO is a volunteer organization. It is through your financial support and volunteer
assistance that we can make Valley the best experience possible for our children. Join us in
placing our children’s education and social learning experiences as a top priority.
You may contact the PTO at valleyvikingpto@gmail.com. You can also stay connected on
our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyElementaryPTO/
We invite you to attend our PTO meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of every month in the IMC
(Library) at 6:30 p.m.
Warm Regards,
The Valley PTO
Amazon Smile to Support Valley PTO
Hey Valley Vikings - did you know you can support our school by shopping at smile.amazon.com? Amazon smile donates a portion of your orders to our PTO. Read below to find out how you can help!
1. Log into your account
2. In the top right corner click "Account and Lists"
3. Under the left list "Your Lists" click "AmazonSmile Charity List"
4. Click "get started"
5. Search "Valley Elementary School Beavercreek Ohio" (PLEASE BE SURE TO SELECT "our" SCHOOL and not another city's)
6. Check yes to agree to shop at smile.amazon.com in order to give our school credit. (nothing changes with your account, points, prime membership, etc.)
As always, thank you for your support!
-Valley PTO