Pleasant Valley Family Newsletter
April 28, 2023
Our mission is to empower and inspire a community of lifelong learners and leaders!

Dear Pleasant Valley Families,
This week is Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week! Please take a moment to send your child's teacher an email or Remind message to show your appreciation. A thoughtful message means a lot! Or read our PTA's suggestions below!
Please fill out our Title I Survey here if you have a child who accesses Title I services. Thank you in advance for helping us meet federal compliance guidelines by doing so.
The last day for Studnet PSE banking is May 3rd, and all students that participated in the program should have received a letter along with a special Pennie bank as a token of thanks for participating in the banking program earlier in the month on April 19th.
Please use this link HERE to sign up to volunteer for our upcoming Field Day next month on May 24th! May 25th is our Rain Day Field Day Reschedule date. Please use this link HERE to sign up for the Field Day Rain Date.
As always, thank you for your partnership with Pleasant Valley! We are so appreciative of all of our Pleasant Valley families. Should you ever have any questions, concerns, or just a terrific idea you would like to share, please email me at bokas@parmacityschools.org or call the main office at 440.885.2480.
Warmest Regards,
Mrs. Stephanie Boka

Important! PV's Book of the Year
Student Council Collection for the Ronald McDonald House

PTA News
Staff Appreciation Week is next week! Check out the flyer below for optional ways to participate!
If you’re interested in becoming more involved in PTA next school year, please send us an email at PleasantValleyElementaryPTA@gmail.com

Needed Elementary Students for Sound of Music Performance
Auditions for The Sound of Music's Von Trapp Children's roles will be on May 3 from 4:00 -7:00 pm. All auditions will be held in the Valley Fordge Auditorium.
Sun Gold Tomato Sign up- Free for every students
For the second year, PCSD Nutrition Service has partnered with the PTA to provide elementary students with a free tomato plant and online curriculum during the summer. Pickups are next Saturday May 6th at PSH.
WAGS (Working Animals Giving Service to Kids) assembly is coming soon. We are asking families to donate new or gently used towels for the working dogs in training. See the flyer below!

Looking Ahead at PV
4.28 PV Spring Event PV-Cation & Scholastic Book Fair's Last Day/Evening
5.1 All Library Books DUE!
5.1-5.5 Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
5.2 Election Day No School for Students- District Professional Learning
5.3 Last Day for Student PSE banking deposits
5.17 Aloha Spirit Day
5.11 PV Choir Performance @ 7:00 pm Lower Gym
5.24 Field Day (5.25 Alternate Field Day Date for Rain)
5.29 Memorial Day No School for Students and Staff
5.31 End-of-the-Year Classroom Parties PM
6.1 Students' Last Day
Learning Oppotunity for K-8 families:
Registration for Camp Invention "WONDER" is now open!!
To find more information about camp and to register, visit: https://www.invent.org/programs/camp-invention


Attendance is Important

Attendance Procedures
If your child is going to be absent, please call our office at our updated attendance line number, 440-843-3867, no later than 9:30 am. If the absence requires a doctor's visit, please provide a doctor's note when they return to school. Daily student attendance is a vital component of student academic success. With House Bill 410, the state of Ohio requires each school district to communicate with families when a child is chronically absent.
For additional information on HB 410, please visit this link.

School Fees
Please remember to turn in your child's school fees for the 2022-23 school year. 2022-23 school fees are $45.00 per child.
We accept cash (exact change preferred), checks, or money orders
payable to: Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Be sure to write your child's name and teacher on the front of the envelope.
Should you have any questions about how much you owe, you may contact Capri Blasco at blascoc@parmacityschools.org or 440-885-2379
Student Banking Program with PSE Credit Union at Pleasant Valley
Our learners can open a saving account early! Only $5.00 to start. Deposits are taken on Wednesdays ONLY! Click to read and learn about our PSE Banking Program.
Community Resources

From Susannah Hamm: December, January & February Children's Programs at Parma-Powers Branch Library
All events are free and in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL, 6996 Powers Blvd. Registration is required. Sign up today by clicking on the links below or calling 440-885-5362. If you have questions, please call or email Susannah Hamm's contact information below.
All CCPL programs and services are free.
Student Success Center
https://cuyahogalibrary.org/services/student-success/homework-help
Grades K – 8
Help with reading, math, science, and other schoolwork and learning. Work with tutors in small groups.
Mon – Thu / 4 – 6:30 PM
Ready Set Create! Building Challenges for Kids
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/7535086
Grades 2 – 5
Hands-on building and technology challenges give you a chance to solve problems, be creative, and work with real engineers from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
Sat, Mar 4, Apr 8, May 6 / 2 PM - 3:15 PM
Baby Club
https://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/7311689
Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Boost your baby’s brain through play! Join us for a five-week club for caregivers and children ages birth to 35 months. Connect with your kids and other families and get answers about your growing child.
Fri, Apr 28 – May 26 / 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Give a Pig a Pancake Breakfast
https://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/7276146
Families with children Grades K – 3
Make pancakes with delicious, healthy toppings and do activities celebrating the book, If You Give a Pig a Pancake by Laura Numeroff. Gluten-free pancakes are available.
Sat, Apr 29 / 11 AM
Artful Impact
https://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/7165400
Grades K – 8
Art isn't just about making something beautiful but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence, and feeling good. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Fri, Feb 10 – May 12 / 4 – 5 PM
Kids Café
https://cuyahogalibrary.org/services/student-success/kids-cafe
A free afterschool meal for 18 and younger.
Mon – Fri / 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Susannah Hamm
Branch Services Librarian Supervisor-Children's
Cuyahoga County Public Library
Parma-Powers Branch
6996 Powers Blvd / Parma, OH 44129-5472
p 440.885.5362 / f 440.884.2263
Important PCSD and Pleasant Valley Links & Information
Parma Area Family Collaborative, State & County Links
The Parma Area Family Collaborative located at 5210 Loya Parkway Parma, Ohio- Will also have community supports during this- more information can be located on their Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/Family-Collaborative-408375042558677/
Additional Community Resources can be located by calling United Way's 2-1-1. 2-1-1 is the gateway that connects people with community resources. By simply dialing three digits, you can make one call to find or give help. No more wasted time trying to find the right resource. It’s efficient, fast, and easy to use. And the call is free and confidential.
United Way 211:
https://www.unitedwaycleveland.org/
2-1-1 is the gateway that connects people with community resources. By simply dialing three digits, you can make one call to find or give help. No more wasted time trying to find the right resource. It’s efficient, fast, and easy to use. And the call is free and confidential.
Ohio Department of Health:
https://odh.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/odh/home
Ohio Department of Education:
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Spanish: Si necesita un intérprete para una reunión, comuníquese con la secretaria del edificio
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Translation Service Request:
Russian: Если вам нужен переводчик для встречи, обратитесь к секретарю здания.
Spanish: Si necesita un intérprete para una reunión, comuníquese con la secretaria del edificio
Ukrainian: Якщо вам потрібен перекладач для зустрічі, зв’яжіться з секретарем будівлі.
Pashto: که تاسو د غونډې لپاره ترجمان ته اړتیا لرئ ، مهرباني وکړئ د ودانۍ سکرتر سره اړیکه ونیسئ.