February 5, 2021
BVSW Newsletter
boys golf meeting
https://bluevalleyk12.zoom.us/j/97324086925
Those boys who can’t make the meeting should see Coach Holtorf in room 510 or, they can email Coach Holtorf at jholtorf@bluevalleyk12.org
nhs
Repertory Theatre
Auditions for next year’s Southwest Repertory Theatre Class will be after school February 18th and 19th in the PAC. Check out the Theatre Callboard outside the Black Box to get all the details and sign up! Please see Mr. Foote in the Blackbox if you have any questions.
Google Slide: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1OddCkRzYM9zz4ObyJQhFj8xADmnWKd-uxqjd6odqBtA/edit?usp=sharing
the den
Hey Southwest! NEW ITEM ALERT! The Cuddle Fleece is so cute, has thumb holes, is so comfy, and is now available for purchase! We also have our "Last Chance" category live now! 50% off items in that category! Go check 'em out now.
And, as you might know, we are anxiously awaiting Valentine's day in the Den... so, to show you our love we have SALES AND GIVEAWAYS. This week's winner is Haylee Johnson, email bvswden@gmail.com to claim your prize!
Get excited and keep orders coming because each week will bring a new raffle and a new winner! Throughout the remainder of the month of February, any purchase of $20 or more will put you into a raffle for free items. BIG PRIZES!
Just a reminder we are open for cashless in-person shopping during fourth hour and always open for pickup orders online at www.bvswden.com
volleyball fundraiser
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1EfUhgIFQixSED8CgS2yIMD11nLdtAfuHspihfkyHpyU/edit?usp=sharing
school newspaper
- NOMINATING COMMITTEE - The nominating committee is made up of PTO members-at-large and in good standing. The responsibilities of this committee are to put together a strong slate for the executive board as well as filling vacant committee chair positions. This is a short term position but very valuable in helping to establish the leadership for the coming year. KEY DATES: 2/8/21 (Noon - monthly mtg); 4/12/21 (Noon - monthly mtg., committee presents slate); 5/10/21 (TBD - Annual Meeting, Exec. Board elections). Questions or Interested in being on the committee? Contact Chris Heise - chrisheise@me.com / 913-220-5319 or Katie Gillis - ekgillis@mac.com / 760.989.9203.
- PTO MEETING - Mark your calendars for 2/16/21 at noon as we have a couple of important topics to cover and vote on! Teacher grants will be presented, discussed and voted on as well as our bylaw revisions. Visit our website to review the proposed revisions. The zoom invite will be sent out closer to the meeting date.
- SOCIAL MEDIA - Be sure to follow along with all of the latest and greatest PTO happenings via our social media channels! You can LIKE our page on facebook (@bluevalleysouthwestpto), follow us on twitter (@bvsw_pto) and instagram (@bvswpto).
- PTO WEBSITE - You can access membership forms, volunteer opportunities, calendars, purchase yard signs and more on our PTO website http://www.bvswpto.org/
- INVEST in BVSW - Tax deductible donation! Log into (ParentVue) and please consider checking the fee boxes for "Invest in BVSW" and "BVSW PTO". These donations help us fund our PTO activities for the year (Staff Appreciation, teacher grants, scholarships, community building initiatives, After-Prom and so much more).
- SPONSORSHIP INQUIRY - We are planning on doing some giveaways to boost spirit and morale in 2021 and are looking for sponsors. Please contact Chris Heise (chrisheise@me.com, 913.220-5319 or Katie Gillis ekgillis@mac.com 760.989.9203).
- WHERE'S HOWLER - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iNFvom73w0&feature=youtu.be
Prairie Star Elementary Alumni
Each year the Prairie Star PTO offers two scholarships to graduating seniors who are PSE Alumni
The first scholarship is in honor of Dr. Laura Swartz, the very first Principal of Prairie Star Elementary. The scholarship amount is $1,000.00 and will be awarded to a 2021 graduate of one of the five Blue Valley High Schools who attended Prairie Star Elementary for at least one year and intends to major in Education.
Application: https://prairiestarpto.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/133935
Deadline: March 31st, 2021
The second scholarship is a general PSE PTO scholarship for those alumni displaying the virtues valued at Prairie Star Elementary. The amount of $1,000.00 will be awarded to a 2021 graduate of one of the five Blue Valley High Schools who attended Prairie Star Elementary for at least one year.
Application: https://prairiestarpto.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/133936
Deadline: March 31st, 2021
BVEF "Raffle for a Reason"
The link is: Raffle for a Reason — Blue Valley Educational Foundation (fundbv.org)
Keep up to date with what is happening at BVSW!
Check out the official student media of BVSW: https://www.bvswnews.com/