Pleasant Valley Weekly News
October 27, 2023
Weekly Newsletter #9
Dear PV Families,
We hope this newsletter finds you well and that you had a fantastic week. As always, we have some exciting updates and events to share with you:
Highlights from the Week:
Our kindergarten and Grade 4 students embarked on field trips, creating lasting memories and valuable learning experiences.
We launched our Partner Pals program this week by pairing students from lower elementary with those from upper elementary in a mentoring relationship. Our kickoff involved a joint activity for Read for the Record.
Read for the Record was on October 26th, 2023, an event recognized as the world's largest shared reading experience. This day is a celebration fostering an intergenerational community through reading and highlights the essential significance of early literacy and access to inclusive literature. This year's selected book is "With Lots of Love" by Jenny Torres Sanchez.
The Read-a-thon winners were celebrated in style (see photos below)
Tysen had a blast serving as Principal of the Day.
Dhruva selected the song for our upcoming whole school dance party
Millie lent her voice to record our announcements, adding a personal touch to our school communications.
Mark your calendars for November 3, as Mathieu (1st place) will have the honor of naming the school on this special day.Congratulations to all the young readers!
On Friday, our school united in wearing pink attire and generously contributed donations in support of breast cancer awareness-initiated by our student council.
Also on Friday, prior to the start of classes our staff came together for a meaningful moment of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) by engaging in the art of creating floral arrangements.
Upcoming Events and Reminders:
We invite all veterans and those who know a veteran residing in the PV area to join us for a heartwarming breakfast and assembly on Thursday, November 9, as we honor their service and sacrifice (see photo).
Next week, our kindergarten through Grade 5 students will show their support for our I/POP students by cheering them on during their fall parade within our school building.
Don't forget to mark your calendars for our virtual PTO meeting on Thursday, November 2. Grab a cup of hot chocolate and join in from the comfort of your home.
Prepare for an evening of family fun at our PV Bingo night on November 11, from 5:30 to 8:30 at TE. It promises to be a fantastic time for all!
A friendly reminder that Tuesday, October 31st, will be a PJ day at PV School. So, get cozy and comfortable in your pajamas.
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued partnership and support. It is your involvement that makes Pleasant Valley School the extraordinary place it is. Together, we are creating wonderful memories and opportunities for our students.
Sincerely,
Esther Boakye-Dattey & Jenna Trudeau
Highlights of the Week
Staff celebrates Jean Jacket Day!
K field trip
Grade 5 Writing Celebration
Read-a-thon Celebration
Tysen Vega (Principal for the Day)
Dhruva Mothe (Dance Party Winner)
Millie Baseel (Announcer of the Day)
1 min whole school dance party-Baby Shark...
1 min whole school dance party-Baby Shark...
1 min whole school dance party-Baby Shark...
UPCOMING EVENTS
Please read below for all our upcoming events. We 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.
Thursday, November 2nd
PTO Meeting, 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 5th
PV Family Hike, 2:00 - Case Mountain
Tuesday, November 7th
NO SCHOOL - Professional Development Day
Thursday, November 9th
Veteran's Day Assembly
Saturday, November 11th
BINGO Night - 5:30 PM - TEMS
REMINDERS
Lost and Found
Please ask your children to take a look at the Lost and Found table in the cafeteria to see if anything belongs to them!