Principal Welcome to Families
Pleasant Valley Elementary School 2023-2024
Dear PV families,
I'm thrilled and honored to welcome each and every one of you to the start of a new school year in our stunning new home, a place I've affectionately named the "City on a Hill."
With unwavering confidence, I anticipate that this school year will be nothing short of remarkable. It's a year where we will seamlessly carry forward the incredible progress that has been unfolding over countless years. Moreover, it presents an exceptional opportunity for us to collaborate, innovate, and partake in fresh, invigorating experiences as a united front.
As we embark on this journey, let's collectively channel our efforts toward constructing a harmonious, encouraging, and cooperative community. Our shared goal is to nurture an environment where every child can uncover their innate gifts and talents, refining their abilities while striving to become compassionate and empathetic advocates. Through this, we aim to foster a generation of individuals who are not only actively involved and socially aware but also empowered and resilient in the face of challenges.
Let's meet our new staff...
Esther Boakye-Dattey
Jenna Trudeau
Rachel Boulette
Emily Clifford
Kara Connor
Nikki Craig
Gio Delgado
Rebecca Ferrero
Katie Kardos
Danielle Korzep
Kathryn O'Connor
Alex Rodriguez
Jarelyn Sandoval
Taeha Woodard
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Please read below for all our upcoming events and links. I encourage you to participate in as many activities and events as possible to ensure a smooth transition into the school year and connect us as a community. The links contain important information about arrival/dismissal procedures, FAQ, PTO information and our school website link.
Teacher Assignments available in Parent Portal
August 26, 2023
11:00 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
August 28, 2023
5:00 PM Kindergarten Bus Ride
5:15 PM PTO Picnic & Popsicles with the Principal (for all students in grades PreK-5)
August 29, 2023
Meet and Greet (K-5)
8:15-8:45 AM Last Names Beginning with A-L
9:15-9:45 AM Last Names Beginning with M-Z
Meet and Greet (POP/IPOP)
8:15-8:45 AM Last Names Beginning with M-Z
9:15-9:45 AM Last Names Beginning with A-L
August 30, 2023
First Day of School
September 12, 2023
Open House
6:30-7:00 PM Principals' Presentation
7:00-7:30 PM Classroom Presentations Session 1
7:30-8:00 PM Classroom Presentations Session 2 (repeat of Session 1)
*This event is for parents/guardians/caregivers only
Important Links
GENTLE REMINDERS
Parent Portal-Complete Forms
As a reminder, grades K-5 class placement information will be available in Parent Portal beginning on Friday, August 18th at 3:00 p.m. You can log into your Parent Portal account to find out your child’s teacher.
While in Parent Portal please complete the annual Student Information Update and Transportation Information Form (TIF) if you have not already done so:
Annual Parent Update
2023 – 2024 Form A – Student Contacts
2023 – 2024 Form B – Health Information
2023 – 2024 Form C – Annual Notices and Acknowledgements
2023 – 2024 Form D – Acknowledgement of Completion
***The Annual Parent Update is only required for our returning students. Our new students, the parents completed during the registration process.
Buses
Bus information will be available in your Parent Portal beginning on Friday, August 18th. To access:
1. Log into your Parent Portal account
2. Click on FORMS in left side menu
3. Click on BUS INFORMATION
**If you need any assistance, please feel free to call our main office.
A gentle reminder that the 2023-2024 Transportation Information Form (TIF) is still open for parents/guardians to complete. A TIF is required for each student enrolled in South Windsor Public Schools, whether he/she takes a bus or not, so we will know with certainty how every child is getting to and from school. This also helps tremendously with the efficiency of our bus routes, which are currently being created for the 2023-2024 school year.
The TIF is completed electronically in PowerSchool through the Parent Portal under forms. Please complete the 2023-2024 Transportation Information Form as soon as possible.
Flyers of Upcoming Events
K Bus Ride
PV Welcome Back Picnic and Popsicles with the Principal
Open House
Open House
6:30-7:00 PM Principals' Presentation
7:00-7:30 PM Classroom Session 1
7:30-8:00 PM Classroom Session 2
*This event is for parents/guardians only
I hope you continue to enjoy your summer and I look forward to seeing you all soon. If you have any questions or concerns, you can reach me via email at edattey@swindsor.k12.ct.us or office staff …Eileen Strom estrom@swindsor.k12.ct.us or Amy Brown abrown@swindsor.k12.ct.us or by phone at 860-610-0291
Sincerely,
Esther Boakye-Dattey/Lead Servant/Principal
Pleasant Valley Elementary School