North Notes
Blue Valley North's Parent Newsletter - April 7, 2023
In this Newsletter …
- Mark Your Calendar
- Bell Schedules
- Prom Info & Tickets
- BVN Rep Theatre Show
- Kudos and Celebrations
Counseling Updates
Kansas Education Enrichment Program
Summer Programs
Senior Info ~ Class of 2023
Juniors' College Visits
Volunteer @ AdventHealth Championships
- Student Announcements
Athletic Announcements
Medical Messages
Parent Announcements
Durham Bus Information
Mark Your Calendar
Upcoming All School Events
All BVN events, activities, sporting events and additional calendar adjustments are found on the EKL calendar: www.easternkansasleague.org .
Click here for the 2022-23 Blue Valley School District Calendar.
April 15 - Prom (see info below)
April 24 - No School/Professional Learning for Teachers
April 25 - Even Day
April 26 - Odd Day
April 27 - Even Day
April 28 - Schedule Change/Friday Odd Day
May 22 - Odd Day
May 23 - Even Day
May 24 - Finals: Hour 1, 7:40-9:00/Hour 2, 9:10-10:30/Dismissal at 10:30May 25 - Finals: Hour 3, 7:40-9:00/Hour 4: 9:10-10:30/Hour 5: 10:40-12:00/Dismissal at 12:00
May 26 - Finals; Hour 6: 7:40-9:00/Hour 7: 9:10-10:30/Dismissal at 10:30/Last Day of School
Blue Valley North Bell Schedules
BVN Prom - April 15 - Ticket Sales week of April 10
Rep Theatre Show - April 21 - 22
Kudos and Celebrations
Patty Morales, BVN Senior, took 2nd in 2d Art on April 1 in the Johnson County Shooting Stars competition. The Shooting Stars Program honors high school students and their arts educators for excellence in the literary, performing and visual arts. High school art teachers in Johnson County nominate 12th grade students. Once nominated, students audition or submit a portfolio for review by independent judges. Congratulations to Patty! She will be awarded a $700 scholarship.
Lady Mustang Swim and Dive Team
The Lady Mustangs have had a fast start to the season with showings at both the Greg House Invitational and Olathe Invitational. We rocked the stables! Congrats to those listed below with State Qualifying and State Consideration times in both Swim and Dive!
State Qualifiers
Sarah Blake - 50 Free, 100 Free, 200 Free, 500 Free
Margo Hauser - 100 Back, 200 IM, 500 Free, 100 Breast
Charlotte Barton - 100 Free, 200 Free, 500 Free
Siena Masilionis - 50 Free, 100 Free
Abi Patterson - 100 Fly, 100 Breast
Katie Hettinger - 100 Fly
Madi Stewart - 200 IM
Paige Sears - 100 Free
Olivia Clifton - Diving
Gabriella Indiveri - Diving
Rachel Braun - Diving
State Consideration
Paige Sears - 50 Free, 100 Fly, 100 Back
Natalie Patterson - 100 Free, 100 Back
Madi Stewart - 50 Free, 100 Back
Lillie Mock - 50 Free, 100 Fly
Siena Masilionis - 100 Fly
Katie Hettinger - 200 IM
Kallen Fishwick - 100 Breast
Metals Mustang Robotics Team
Congratulations to the CAPS Metal Mustang Robotics team. They placed 7th overall out of 36 teams at the Heartland Regional Competition 3/17-18. Taking to the field were BVN students, Logan Harder, team captain and robot driver, Reese Hirschler, pit crew captain, and Andrew Meierotto, lead computer programmer.
Congratulations also to fellow Mustang members: Mia Glasow, Caleb Harder,
Beau Martin, Alex Meierotto, Haru Nakagawa, and Hudson Walter.
Good luck to the team as they head to Tulsa this weekend for the Green County Regional Tournament to compete against 48 teams representing 9 different countries.
FBLA Kansas Adviser of the Year
Allison Gossick, BVN Business Teacher, was awarded the Kansas State FBLA Adviser of the Year for 2022/2023. Out of the 82 schools in Kansas who attend the FBLA convention, only one adviser is chosen for this prestigious honor. Ms. Gossick works tirelessly for the BVN FBLA students and does a wonderful job of communicating and inspiring these students to achieve in their chosen events. During Ms. Gossick's career, she has coached 1,304 students to top 10 finishes at state, took 151 students to the national competition, and had over 30 students make the stage at the national competition. While winning is not the most important thing about FBLA, she has taken this to the highest level. Mrs. Gossick is a motivational and organizational master and keeps the chapter running at the highest level possible. Warm congratulations to Allison Gossick!FBLA State Results
The BVN FBLA students listed below deserve a huge congratulations! They had the best showing at FBLA state the weekend of March 31 with 14 state champions and 48 top 10 event finishers. We are Mustang Proud of these oustanding students!
Accounting I (National)
McCartan, Molly - 6th place
Vunnama, Rishika - 4th place
Accounting II (National)
McCartan, Molly - 5th place
Advertising (National)
Caron, Louise - 2nd place
Robertson, Alexandra - 6th place
Agribusiness (National)
Lozaw, Samuel - 1st place
Broadcast Journalism (National)
Team 884975
Caroline Place & Elizabeth Place - 5th place
Business Calculations (National)
Gaffney, Thomas - 3rd place
Schafer, Quinten - 6th place
Business Communication (National)
Schafer, Quinten - 7th place
Business Ethics (National)
Team 884979
Bechard, Molly & Skomal, Emery - 5th place
Computer Problem Solving (National)
Schafer, Quinten - 1st place
Deng, Caleb - 4th place
Cyber Security (National)
Schafer, Quinten - 1st place
Data Analysis (National)
Team 884983
Hall, Madelyn & Van Lieshout, Adele - 1st place
Digital Animation (National)
Team 884984
Thummel, Joe - 1st place
Digital Video Production (National)
Team 884968
Bhatia, Aadhya & Boda, Haya - 4th place
Economics (National)
Gaffney, Thomas - 4th place
Graphic Design (National)
Team 884971
Caron, Louise & McCartan, Molly - 3rd place
Help Desk (National)
Nicholson, Manoa - 5th place
Hospitality & Event Management (National)
Team 885001
Nicholson, Manoa & Robertson, Alexandra - 1st place
Human Resource Management (National)
Thornton, Kayoko - 1st place
Impromptu Speaking (National)
Robertson, Alexandra - 4th place
Insurance & Risk Management (National)
Van Lieshout, Adele - 6th place
International Business (National)
Massman, Caroline - 1st place
Introduction to Business Communication (National)
Place, Caroline - 4th place
Venkatachalam, Shivram - 5th place
Introduction to Business Concepts (National)
Chinbat, Khasar - 1st place
Introduction to Event Planning (National)
Team 885004
Madelyn Hall, Anjali Kambhampati & Kushal Reddy- 3rd place
Introduction to FBLA (National)
Batrash, Hanny - 1st place
Mares, Mateo - 9th place
Van Lieshout, Adele - 2nd place
Introduction to Social Media Strategy (National)
Team 884992
Masilionis, Margaux & Stout, Addison - 2nd place
Journalism (National)
Ain, Stella - 3rd place
Hahn, Sejin - 1st place
Network Design (National)
Team 885012
Ben Ding, Quinten Schafer & Joshua Shin - 2nd place
Networking Infrastructures (National)
Schafer, Quentin - 2nd place
Ding, Ben - 9th place
Organizational Leadership (National)
Thornton, Kayoko - 3rd place
Personal Finance (National)
McCartan, Molly - 3rd place
Political Science (National)
Inturi, Sanvika - 9th place
Masilionis, Max - 2nd place
Robertson, Alexandra - 7th place
Public Speaking (National)
Boda, Haya - 4th place
Securities & investments (National)
Aravind, Raahul - 1st place
Nelson, Gavin - 7th place
Social Media Strategies (National)
Team 884994
Bechard, Molly & Skomal, Emery - 6th place
Sports & Entertainment Management (National)
Team 885018
Nicholson, Malia & Williams, Greysen - 5th place
Counseling, Academics & Testing
- Counselors visited senior English classrooms this week to ask seniors to submit their Senior Exit Survey. This includes the name of the college they would like BVN to send their final transcript to. This serves as the final transcript request and no further request is necessary. For students who do not yet know where they are attending, the survey will remain open and they are asked to submit by graduation. An email with more information was also sent to all seniors and parent/guardians on April 6th.
- Virtual summer school registration for non-credit recovery classes is closed, however families may email Robert Asquith at rasquith@bluevalleyk12.org to inquire about class availability. Credit recovery (classes taken and failed previously) will remain open until the 1st week of June and families may sign up by emailing Mr. Asquith. More information about class offerings and dates can be found here - https://www.bluevalleyk12.org/summerprograms.
- In-person credit recovery summer school will be offered at Blue Valley North during the month of June. Please reach out to your counselor for more information and to sign up.
- Virtual summer school registration is open. Families may register through Parentvue and instructions can be found here - https://www.bluevalleyk12.org/summerprograms. For non-credit recovery classes (classes taken for the first time) the deadline to register is April 3rd at 4:00 p.m.
- In-person credit recovery summer school will be offered during the month of June. Please reach out to your counselor for more information and to sign up.
- AP testing will begin in May. If you decide to cancel your test, you must do so by April 21st in Total Registration.
- Test scores from the October testing day were distributed during lunch before winter break. Those who didn’t pick up received their scores in advisory within the last few weeks. In addition, any student who also wants their test booklet may pick it up in Student Services before the end of the school year in May.
- Seniors needing mid-year transcripts for their colleges: pick up request form in Student Services
- Seniors should be sure to check regularly for new scholarships on Naviance -> College tab -> Scholarship Search.
- Senior college and career planning information - Counseling Canvas page/Senior College Planning
- Junior college and career planning information - Counseling Canvas Page/Junior College and Career Planning.
- Sophomore recommended Naviance tasks - https://bvusd.instructure.com/courses/76177/pages/naviance-10th-grade
- Freshmen 4 year academic plan information - Freshmen Four Year Academic Planning
- Check out School year and Summer Opportunities - Opportunities
- Visit the Counseling Virtual Calming Room
- Visit the Counseling Home Page to find additional resources or contact information for Counselors and other Student Services staff.
Is your child enrolled in one of Blue Valley's Summer Programs courses? Fees will be posted in ParentVUE for all Summer Programs and available for payment starting April 10. All Summer Programs fees are due by May 1. Visit bluevalleyk12.org/summerprograms for more information.
BVN Updated Schedule Repair Process -- 2023-2024
As you know, student course selection/enrollment for next school year has occurred at BVN, and we wanted to share a significant change with you for next year as a result of new district guidelines. We are sharing this with you now so that students prioritize the enrollment process they are going through, and carefully select their courses and alternates for the next school year.
Beginning in August for the 23-24 academic school year, per new district guidelines, Blue Valley North students will be able to make schedule “repairs” during the first three days of the Fall Semester if they meet the following conditions:
- The student completed a full schedule of course requests along with four alternates AND
- The student was placed into a class not listed on their original enrollment sheet
If the student's circumstance meets the above criteria, the student should reach out to their counselor during the scheduled repair window at the beginning of the semester.
Why change?
- We understand this is a shift from previous “schedule change” practices. However, the stability of the first week of school is essential to student success throughout the semester.
- The first phase of this transition began in December when the schedule change window was limited to 3 days before the semester started. This shift was overwhelmingly successful and allowed teachers and students to concentrate on learning on the first school day of the semester on January 4th. Counselors could also work with students on new enrollments and other student needs.
- Additionally, each school’s Master Schedule is built upon the numbers generated during our spring enrollment period. When significant changes are made in August, classes can become imbalanced, which may result in larger class sizes for your student.
Our continued commitment…
Each high school faculty has heavily invested in the enrollment process, ensuring that our students make informed decisions about their 23-24 schedule. Counselors have met with all students to check that the classes they selected satisfy the student’s graduation credits and fall in line with their post-secondary college and career goals.
Seniors--Info for Class of 2023
Put Saturday, May 20 on your calendars! Graduation for the Class of 2023 will be held at 5:00 p.m. at the District Activity Center (DAC) at 135th & Switzer.
Parents should also plan to attend Class Day in the BVN gym on Friday, May 19, at 8 a.m.
You should have received an email on Wednesday, March 29 with tons of grad info. If you didn't receive it, it is linked on our SENIOR INFO page.
NOTE--Gowns for the Class of 2023 are NOT the same as previous years, so an older sibling's gown cannot be used this year. If you need to order cap & gown, go to www.Jostens.com. or click here: ORDER HERE.
If your student knows they are not planning to participate in the ceremonies, there is no need to purchase the cap & gown--please have your student notify lkmiller@bluevalleyk12.org .
Project Graduation (PG) is a long-standing tradition that provides a safe, alcohol and drug free environment on the night of graduation for the entire Senior class. PG is NOT a school sponsored event but typically over 90% of seniors attend. May 20th, after the commencement ceremony, from 8PM- midnight at Chicken N Pickle (135th & Lamar)--ticket sales link is coming soon! There will be pickleball, casino games, food, DJ, photobooth, awesome prizes and much more! Parents, get more info on our “BVN Class of 2023 Project Graduation” Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/5rZPKDjpK
Want to help? Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094AAEAB22A3FFCF8-projectDonations are needed--ANY amount accepted! Venmo: @Todd-Welhoelter (last 4 digits 8010; in memo line "Project Graduation").
- Our diplomas have been ordered so that we have them in time for May graduation. If you did not complete the diploma form prior to our order, we used the name as written in ParentVue/StudentVue, confirmed by birth certificate on file.
- If you have not done so already, please click on the link and complete the Senior Transcript Form as soon as possible. This form authorizes the release of senior transcripts for college applications. Click here: Diploma/Transcript Authorization.
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Questions? email Mrs. Miller at lkmiller@bluevalleyk12.org
College Visits at Blue Valley North -- Reminder for Juniors!
Juniors, check Naviance everyday for the colleges visiting Blue Valley North. BVN has a very short season and the colleges often switch days frequently. We want you to have the opportunity to visit with colleges you might be interested in attending. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Sarah King in Student Services.
Student Announcements
Student Volunteer Opportunity
Hey Students! If you’re looking for community service volunteer hours or hospitality career experience, look no further! Join us at the AdventHealth Championships at Blue Hills Country Club, in Kansas City this May 15th – 21st, 2023. If you’re a student between the age of 14 – 21 years old, you’re invited to join us for this professional golf tournament, which is a stop on the Korn Ferry Tour! Youth volunteers receive a volunteer t-shirt and hat/visor, free tournament admission plus five free tickets for friends and family, and food and beverage on the days of volunteering. You’ll be surrounded by an incredible display of golf and charity, as well as participating in a hospitable, community focused, engaging environment. Click here to register and get more info:
https://events.trustevent.com/templates/index.cfm?fuseaction=templates.home&eid=4406
We can’t wait to have you join us at the 2023 AdventHealth Championship!
FCA Meetings
FCA meets on Wednesday mornings from 7:00 - 7:30 a.m. in the Little Theatre. Come for fellowship and fun! If you have questions, please email BVN teacher, Jason Jones at JJones05@bluevalleyk12.org .
Athletic Announcements
BVN Athletics' Questions?
Please contact Stevie Gibson, BVN Athletics Administrative Assistant, at (913) 239-3011 or SGibson@abluevalleykk12.org .
Medical Messages
Did your student forget to take a daily morning medication before leaving for school?
If your student ever forgets to take a daily morning medication before coming to school, the parent may bring the medication to the school’s front office and the parent may dispense and give the student the medication. If the nurse is to give the medication it must be in the original prescription pill bottle accompanied by the signed physician’s medical order.
https://www.bluevalleyk12.org/cms/lib/ks02212623/Centricity/Domain/4486/Medication-Authorization.pdf .
Immunization News
Graduating 12th grade Parents: All graduating 12th graders will receive a complete copy of their immunization profile that was on file with the school. This document is very vital to hang onto. It is recommended that this immunization profile is kept with important documents such as social security cards and birth certificates.
Attention Rising 11th grade parents: All 16-year-old students in 11th grade for the 2023-24 school year are required to have their updated booster of MCV4 meningococcal immunization before the start of the school year on August 16, 2023. Please E-mail any updates to your student’s immunization record to Nurse Collichio at ajcollichio@bluevalleyk12.org. Students who are not compliant will be excluded from school starting August 16, 2023.
Disease and Symptom Exclusion Recommendations/Regulations 2023
If your student has a fever with or without symptoms, they must be fever free for 24 hours without the aid of medication (Blue Valley nursing standard is fever =100 °F or above.) before returning to school. If your student has diarrhea/vomiting/rash they must be symptom-free for 24 hours without the aid of medication before returning to school. Thank you for keeping your student and our school healthy.
Need to speak with the nurse?
If you need to speak with the nurse, please e-mail ajcollichio@bluevalleyk12.org to set up an appointment.
Parent Announcements
Student Support After School Program
Officer Tony Latas, BVN Student Resource Officer, and Sean Birdsong, BVN Student Support Liaison, are running a Student Support After School program. This program is Monday and Wednesday, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. in room 602. This time is for students who are routinely waiting a few hours for rides after school, having any failing grades, and/or missing assignments that need to be completed.
This is also a good opportunity for students needing community service hours. If your student is interested in volunteering or you have questions, have your student see Officer Latas, Mr. Birdsong or any BVN Administrator. Thank you!
Safe Schools Reporting
Blue Valley Schools is committed to promoting and fostering a safe environment in and around all of our schools. Through the convergence of physical and intellectual security measures, we are continuously working to prevent, mitigate, respond to and recover from a wide range of emergencies. Please check out available ways to report safety concerns.
ParentVUE URL updated -- Action Needed
Over the summer the URL for ParentVUE changed. Click here for the new URL: ParentVUE
Parents will need to have the new URL or they won’t be able to login to ParentVUE or request a password reset. The Blue Valley School District website and the BVN website have both been updated with the new URL so the parents can access the link from Parent>ParentVUE.
In addition, this also impacts the ParentVUE app. Parents will need to update their device to the correct link.
Student Digital ID Cards
Students have a digital student ID card on their phones. If you paid for a Student Activity Pass, it should say that on the ID and students will show this to get into games. They can save their ID on their home page on an iPhone, or it can be saved as a favorite page on an android phone. If students were absent on Picture Day or if they have any trouble loading the ID, they can come to Student Services for help.
Family Activity Passes
All Family Activity Passes and Adult Individual Passes have been distributed. If you purchase a pass after September 13, you need to contact Lori Freeman, BVN Bookkeeper, to obtain your cards.
Are you moving? Have you moved?
Please contact the BVN Registrar, Suzy Doherty, by email at sdoherty@bluevalleyk12.org .
Durham Bus Riders
Durham will continue to transport our bus riders in the 2022-23 school year. If you have questions, please call Durham at 913-681-2492 or contact them via email at admin6700@durhamschoolservices.com.
We are Mustang Proud!
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