Schwenksville Family Newsletter
August 1, 2023
Summer Update - 8|1|23
Dear Families,
I hope you are having a fun but restful summer. As we approach the new school year I want to share some important information with you. We are working hard to prepare the building to welcome students and are looking forward to an amazing year of learning and fun!
Take care and be well,
Mrs. Venza
Principal
Please note that this newsletter may be translated into any language by choosing the language you need in the box to the right.
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Important Dates
8/7 - ParentVue opens at 12:00 PM (view class assignment)
8/21 - Kindergarten Orientation/Meet Your Teacher Day
8/21 - Release of bus schedules in ParentVUE
8/24 - Pop-In Open House for all grades K-5 (See schedule & details below)
8/28 - First Day of School for Students
9/1 - Holiday - NO SCHOOL
9/4 - Holiday - NO SCHOOL
9/18 - Home & School Meeting - 7PM Library
9/21 - Grades 1st - 5th Meet Your Teacher Night
9/25 - Holiday - NO SCHOOL
9/27 - Welcome Back Picnic (H&S event - more information to come)
Important Dates for 23-24 School Year - review our Back to School webpage for dates including the release of bus schedules (8/21/23), upcoming orientation dates, Meet the Teacher evenings, etc.
Online Verification (OLV)
The annual Online Verification (OLV) process is now accessible via ParentVUE for families of students in grades 1-12. The primary purpose of OLV is to ensure that our student information system maintains accurate and up-to-date information, including demographic details, health-related information, and family contacts. We value the importance of keeping records up to date, and your cooperation in completing this process is greatly appreciated.
Another benefit of OLV is that it is a completely PAPERLESS process, eliminating the need for distributing physical flyers and forms during the first days of school. Instead, families can conveniently access the information directly through OLV in ParentVUE.
We kindly request all families to complete the OLV process prior to the week of August 7 when class assignments and student schedules will be released in ParentVUE (see schedule below). It is essential to note that only families who have completed OLV will have access to their child(ren)'s class assignments and schedules in ParentVUE.
Important Notes
- Class assignments and schedules for the upcoming school year will be released during the week of August 7, as per the following schedule:
- Monday, August 7: Elementary
- Tuesday, August 8: Middle School
- Wednesday, August 9: High School
- OLV must be completed for each child (grade 1-12) currently enrolled in our schools.
- OLV only needs to be completed by one parent or guardian. Meaning, if both parents have a ParentVUE account, only one needs to complete the OLV process for their child(ren).
TO BEGIN OLV
login to ParentVUE (the OLV process will begin automatically)
and follow the on screen prompts
For assistance, visit the links below or contact the PV HelpDesk (helpdesk@pvsd.org)
Your participation in this process is highly appreciated, and we thank you in advance for promptly completing the annual OLV process for your child(ren).For additional back-to-school dates and important information, visit Back to School 23-24 School Year.
Class Assignments
Student schedules and class assignments for the 2023-2024 School Year will be available in ParentVUE beginning Wednesday, August 7 @ noon. *Welcome letters/emails from your child's teacher will be shared via email after the class placements are posted.
*NOTE: Student schedules and class assignments will only be accessible if online verification (OLV) has been completed for the student. If OLV is not complete, student schedules and/or class assignments will not be accessible in ParentVUE until OLV is completed. Learn more about OLV above.
School Supply List
This is a general school supply list, it represents commonly requested school supplies for elementary students. Please know teachers may suggest additional items in their welcome letter or after school begins.
We encourage you to label all items with your child’s name and send them in on the first day of school or when you come in for our Pop-In Open House on August 24th.
Kindergarten Orientation | Meet Your Teacher Day
Kindergarten Orientation/Meet the Teacher Day will be held at Schwenksville Elementary on Monday, August 21st.
AM Kindergarten Orientation/Meet Your Teacher Day will begin at 9:30 - 10:15 AM.
PM Kindergarten Orientation/Meet Your Teacher Day will begin at 10:15 - 11:00 AM.
New Student Building Tour
Pop-In Open House
We would like to invite you to a Pop-In Open House on August 24th beginning at 9:00 AM, please see the schedule below. The purpose of the Pop-In Open House is to allow students and families a brief and informal opportunity to meet their teachers before the first day of school.
Please follow this schedule which was created to allow for parking and ease of movement through the building and classrooms. We ask that families adhere to the schedule below to the best of their ability. If you have children with different last names, please choose the time slot that works best for you.
Group 1: Students with last names beginning A-H: 9:00-9:20
Group 2: Students with last names beginning I-P: 9:20-9:40
Group 3: Students with last names beginning Q-Z: 9:40-10:00
Please understand that this is a very busy time of year for our teachers and staff and they will be placing the final touches on their classrooms. You may see some "work in progress." All staff have mandatory meetings immediately following the Pop-In Open House.
Please note: All students must be accompanied by an adult. This is not a drop-off event. If you would like to bring your child's school supplies, so they don't have to carry them on the first day of school, please feel free to do so.
We look forward to welcoming our students and families!
Apply for Free & Reduced Meal Program
Financial situations have changed for many families and you may qualify for our Free & Reduced Meal Program.
If you've already received a Letter of Direct Certification and all children are listed in the letter, you're all set and you do not need to apply.
If you think you may qualify, please click HERE to apply online or call the Food Service Office for assistance: 610-489-8506 ext 1109.
PV SUMMER Power Packs
This summer, instead of offering weekly bags, we will have 3 opportunities for you to come and "shop" for food at Middle School East. We will have perishable and non-perishable food, including milk and fruit. Because some of the food will be perishable, you MUST be signed up in order to participate. Please complete a form for each child in your household, including children who are not yet school age.
The Summer Power Packs Pantry will be open in the Middle School East cafeteria from 5:30 - 7:30 pm on the following dates:
Final Summer date:
August 10 (sign up no later than Monday, August 7th)
Reply to this email with any questions: powerpacks@pvsd.org
3rd Grade Dental Examination Information
Pennsylvania School Health Law requires a dental examination for students upon original entry to school, third and seventh grades.
These grades were selected because they represent critical periods of growth and development in a child’s life.
It is recommended that your child’s private dentist perform this examination since they can best evaluate your child’s dental health. Any screening exam completed on or after July 1, 2022 is acceptable.
Please return the linked form below to the school nurse. You may also scan and email the form to the school nurse at ssaks@pvsd.org. Making a copy of the completed form for your records is a good idea.
Thank you for your attention to this mandated school health program.
Save the Date: Vikings U-Night
PV Families: Are you looking for something fun to do on a Friday night? Are you looking to be part of a night where we are UNITED as a PV community? If you are, then mark your calendars for Friday, September 15, 2023, and plan to attend the Vikings U-Night football game.
This is the game where we as Vikings UNITE to honor the diversity within our
community and to foster an inclusive environment for ALL learners. Be part of the
fun and watch as students stand together to send a message of acceptance and
belonging for the many types of learners we have in our district.
Below you will find a link to purchase a shirt we hope helps to send our message of
unity and acceptance as our goal is to cover the stadium in blue! We hope to see you there!
Vikings U-Night T-shirt Order Form
Home & School Association Updates
Schwenksville Home & School Association First Update for the 23-24 School Year:
The first Home & School meeting will be on Monday, September 18th at 7:00 PM in the Schwenksville Elementary School Library.
We will be hosting a Welcome Back Picnic on Wednesday, September 27th. More information to come soon!
H&S Information
Email / Website / Facebook / Calendar of Events
Nicole Vozzolo – Co-President | Nikki Hartman – Co-President
Denby Guellich – Vice President | Jill Podbutzky – Secretary
Rene Adelsberger - Treasurer