Jaguar Journal
May 24, 2024
Quick Links (new items are Bold)
SENIOR NEWS
COUNSELING
COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS AND OBSERVANCES
IMPORTANT LINKS
ALL SCHOOL NEWS
Summer Office Hours
Jags, It’s summertime! Well done on finishing your 2023-2024 school year strong! We hope you have a fun and safe summer.
Summer office hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am-5:00 pm.
Class of 2024 Final Transcripts
Official transcripts, which show second semester grades and graduation date (for seniors), are not available yet. They will be prepared the week of June 10 and sent via Xello/Common App to the college that the student had indicated they’re attending. Transcripts for student athletes who are registered with the NCAA/NAIA will be uploaded to NCAA/NAIA as well.
Unofficial transcripts will also be prepared the week of June 10. Once they’re ready they can be viewed and printed from ParentVue/StudentVue under the Course History tab. The class of 2024 will have access to ParentVue/StudentVue until July 1.
Graduation Video Link
The video recording of Graduation has been uploaded. Here is the link. You can find the links to all Blue Valley Graduations on the District website.
End Of Semester Canvas Information
At the end of the day on Friday, May 24th, courses in Canvas will conclude and will no longer be visible on the Canvas Parent app. A concluded course is only visible through the Canvas Website. To view Past Enrollment courses open Canvas in a web browser, log in, and click on the Courses tab. Click View All Courses and scroll down to find the past enrollments (directions linked here).
Second-semester Report Cards will be published in ParentVUE on June 6th.
***Need some help?
Blue Valley has a variety of resources available for parent support on the district’s Canvas web page, www.bluevalleyk12.org/canvas.
Jaguar Hoops Summer Camps
Check out these summer basketball opportunities! We cannot wait to get back in there to Have Fun & Get Better with current and future Jaguars. You will find all the information needed in the two links below
High School information & registration (Grades 9-12)
Youth information & registration (Grades 3-8)
Save the Date - Fall 2024 PSAT NMSQT
Next school year, the PSAT will be administered on Friday, October 11th, 2024. This is a non-school day for all students who have not signed up for the PSAT.
Who typically takes the PSAT?
PSAT NMSQT (Preliminary SAT, National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) - 10th graders who want to practice for the high-stakes PSAT NMSQT in preparation for the high-stakes opportunity in 11th grade.
PSAT NMSQT (Preliminary SAT, National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) - for juniors, the PSAT NMSQT is high-stakes, as students who score exceptionally well (typically the top 3% nationally) can qualify for the National Merit Scholarship competition.
**Bus transportation will pick up and drop off any student who is already accessing district transportation.
Additional details will become available near the start of the 24-25 school year. Don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Casey Petty with any questions or concerns regarding the PSAT administration.
BVW Red Zone Golf Tournament & Auction
Join us as we tee off for a great cause at the BVW Red Zone Golf Tournament and Auction!
From avid golfers to beginners, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Not a golfer? Grab a ticket to the after party including happy hour, auction, and dinner. Sign up on the BVWRZ website https://www.bvwrz.com/2024-golf-tournament/ (https://www.bvwrz.com/2024-golf-tournament/)
July 19th at Iron Horse Golf Club. RSVP by June 1 to secure early bird pricing. Limited spots available!
All proceeds go towards Blue Valley West Football.
Interested in donating to the auction? Email bvwredzoneauction@gmail.com
Technology Reminder: Traveling Out of the Country
This important message is for any family or staff that will travel out of the United States during school breaks. Click here to read the restrictions and recommendations for out of the country travel. Canvas, Classlink, and email are not accessible out of the country unless you have a personal device with a VPN on it.
SENIOR NEWS Class of 2025
Senior Pictures for Class of 2025
Pre-assigned appointment flyers from Rolland Studios will arrive in the mail over the next 2 weeks. All Blue Valley appointments will be at the Hilltop Learning Center. You can go online and schedule your appointment for June now. Here is a link: https://bit.ly/BV2022
Your online appointment will automatically cancel your mailed appointment.
ATHLETICS NEWS
2024 Summer Camps
Blue Valley West High School Athletics is excited to share information for 2024 Summer Camps and Conditioning. Click here to see what's coming up.
2024-25 Athletic and Activities Registration
Click here to see information regarding Athletic Online Registration for next year.
COUNSELING
Fentanyl Safety Event - Free Screening & Expert Panel
- Free Screening & Expert Panel
Community Celebrations and Observances
Some May Celebrations and Observances
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month - recognizes the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to American society, culture, and history. Jewish American Heritage Month - celebrates the achievements and contributions of Jewish Americans to American society, culture, and history. Mental Health Awareness Month - aims to raise awareness about mental health by fighting the stigma, providing support, and advocating for policies that support people affected by mental illness. International Family Equality Day - May 7 - celebrates the beauty and importance of family diversity.