Pleasant Valley Primary School
August, 2023
Community Conversation with the principal: Pleasant Valley Primary Trivia Night! and new classroom build-out - Monday, February 5th @ 6pm
This month we will have a Pleasant Valley trivia night!!
Bring a friend and enjoy an evening of Kahoot with Craig and Kara!
We will also discuss the upcoming build out project happening to our building this summer!
Please join us and bring your questions - on or off topic!
Date: Monday, February 5th Or Join us Via Zoom!
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Where: PVP Library
(Or Click the link from the message
that will come from PVP that day!)
If you have any questions you would like to have addressed specific to this topic beforehand, feel free to share these with us at info.pvp@battlegroundps.org and we will do our best to include these in the conversation.
We are really excited about building a stronger connection between our school and our community!
We would love to see you there!
Student artists showcase at Salmon Creek Fred Meyer
We’d like to thank Salmon Creek Fred Meyer for offering PVP artists a place to display their learning and creativity! This display showcases K-4 art that focuses on line types, colors (warm and cool), patterns with lines/shapes and quality craftsmanship. Great job artists!
Beaver BRAVO Expectations
Our schoolwide expectations here at Pleasant Valley Primary are:
Be Responsible
Respectful
Always Safe
Value our Community, and be an
On-task Learner
We are here to learn! Be kind! Work hard! Show courage!
Ask your child about the BRAVO pledge that we say every morning on the announcements. It's a great part of the day! If you see your child with Beaver BRAVO tokens or Bus Bucks, this means that they were recognized at school or on the bus for following one or more of our schoolwide expectations. BRAVO, indeed!
News from the Pleasant Valley PTA
Family Sweetheart Dance
Friday Feb 9, 6-8pm in the PV Gyms
Join us for our annual Family Sweetheart Dance! We'll have a live DJ, free photobooth, and a couple fun crafts for when the kids need a break from dancing. Admission is free! There will be popcorn, ice cream, water and some light-up fun for sale. Cards accepted, cash preferred. This is NOT a drop off event. All students must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that there will be flashing lights at this event.
Volunteers are needed! Come work a half hour shift at the concessions booth, and get one free food item, and one free light up item! Sign up now: https://signup.com/go/NCNijRV
Chipotle Night Fundraiser
Tuesday Feb 6th, 5-9pm @ the NEW Salmon Creek Chipotle
Do Good with Chipotle! 33% of sales will be donated to the PV PTA. Order online for pickup using code YPFD4TP or show the attached flyer in the restaurant. Only valid at the new Skyview Station location in Salmon Creek.
Plan ahead for March
March 2, STEM Day: 2-5pm in the gym
March 13, Seuss Shoppe: Make sure your reader is tracking their minutes!
March 22, BINGO: 6-8:30 in the gym
Battle Ground Public Schools Volunteer Process
Do you plan on volunteering in the classroom, to chaperone field trips, or to help with PTA events? Go to https://www.battlegroundps.org/volunteer/ and complete the following steps.
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years old.
Complete the Volunteer Clearance Process prior to being assigned to a volunteer position within the district.
Step 1. Read the Volunteer Handbook/Expectations agreement.
Step 2. Complete the Volunteer Application Form, which Includes the VOLUNTEER DISCLOSURE FORM. If you are a paid employee of Battle Ground School District, fill out the Volunteer Application Form- Staff.
Step 3. Visit the school office you want to volunteer with and present your valid photo identification.*
This must be done in person. Once your documents are validated, it takes 7-10 business days to complete the criminal history background check.
Step 4. You will not be notified when your background check is Complete. Before your first day volunteering please check with your students' teacher or call the front office to confirm that you have been cleared to volunteer! 360-885-5550
*Washington residents must present a valid Washington driver’s license or state ID card. By law, after you move to Washington state, you have 30 days to obtain your Washington driver’s license. Out of state residents, please contact the school’s secretary for instructions on starting the BIB Secure Volunteer Application, which is a different process and a fee.
Catch up with Mr. Wilson!
Character Strong Update
This month’s focus is Honesty. One way to think about Honesty is “being truthful in what you say and do.” Practicing Honesty helps strengthen our relationships and even reduces stress. Honesty is 1 of 3 traits we will focus on throughout the year that helps students Be Well. Across grade levels, students will be developing skills like emotion regulation, positive self-talk, and stress-management. Check out more resources to talk with your child about honesty.
Attendance Matters!
Your child's attendance at school is vital to their academic success. For tips on helping your student maintain good attendance throughout the winter, read this letter.
Yet ANOTHER Beaver BRAVO jar filled!
Congratulations to Koutsouvanos' class for filling the Beaver BRAVO jar. Keep up the good work at meeting our Beaver BRAVO expectations!
Yet ANOTHER Beaver BRAVO jar filled!
Congratulations to Mrs. Law's pre-school class for filling the Beaver BRAVO jar. Keep up the good work at meeting our Beaver BRAVO expectations!
Yet another Beaver BRAVO jar filled!
Congratulations to Mrs. Anderson's class for filling the Beaver BRAVO jar. Keep up the good work at meeting our Beaver BRAVO expectations!
Yet another Beaver BRAVO jar filled!
Congratulations to Mrs. Walsh's class for filling the Beaver BRAVO jar. Keep up the good work at meeting our Beaver BRAVO expectations!
Battle Ground Public Schools Information
End-of-semester schedule change
Thank you for your patience during our recent weather-related closures. Please be aware that the week of closures also means that we need to make adjustments to our end-of-semester schedule in order to provide adequate time to meet students’ learning needs.
The early releases scheduled for Jan. 25-26 are postponed by one week to Thursday and Friday, Feb. 1-2. These will be three-hour early release days for all students. Wednesday, Feb. 7, will remain an in-service day for staff with no student attendance. Get more details.
Further information on additional adjustments to the end-of-year schedule will be communicated as soon as possible.
Kindergarten enrollment opens Feb. 12
Children who will turn five years old by Aug. 31, 2024, are eligible to enroll in kindergarten for the 2024-25 school year. Parents/guardians are encouraged to enroll their child as soon as possible to ensure they can participate in key events leading up to the start of kindergarten, including orientation and JumpStart. Starting Feb. 12, get more information on the district website and begin the registration process.
Transitional Kindergarten (pre-kindergarten)
Children who will be four years old by Aug. 31, 2024, may be eligible to attend Transitional Kindergarten in the fall. This free, full-day pre-kindergarten program is offered at five primary school locations, including Captain Strong, Daybreak, Glenwood Heights, Tukes Valley and Yacolt. Families who are interested can fill out an eligibility form through the district website starting Monday, Feb. 12. If accepted, you will be notified by the end of February. More information about the program is available through OSPI.
Feb. 13 capital levy information
Ballots for the Feb. 13 special election should have arrived in mailboxes. Voters living within the boundaries of Battle Ground Public Schools will be asked to consider a three-year capital levy. Check out this video on YouTube to learn more about the capital levy and what it would help to fund.
Here are 10 fast facts about the levy:
1. The capital levy will appear on the Feb. 13 special election ballot.
2. The levy would fund enhanced security measures, including entry controls and security cameras.
3. It would pay for roof repairs and updated heating and cooling systems.
4. It would create additional spaces for hands-on learning in the construction trades, culinary arts and health sciences.
5. It would fund the replacement of outdated technology, including computers, phones and the district’s wireless network.
6. Every school in the district would receive repairs and/or updates as part of the capital levy.
7. Property tax collections for the levy would begin in 2025.
8. The estimated rate would be $0.44 per $1,000 of assessed property value.
9. That amount matches a bond that expired at the end of 2023.
10. The owner of a home worth $500,000 would pay approximately $18.33 a month ($220/yr) for the capital levy - equivalent to the amount paid in 2023.
Please remember to vote by Feb. 13!
Read more about the capital levy and view a proposed list of projects on the district website.
10 главных фактов о леви – налогe с капитала
В случае одобрения избирателями налог на капитал позволит финансировать усиленные меры безопасности, включая контроль входа и камеры наблюдения.
Он позволит оплатить ремонт крыш и обновление систем отопления и охлаждения.
За счет сбора средств будут созданы помещения для практического обучения строительным профессиям, кулинарному мастерству и медицинским наукам.
Средства пойдут на обновление технологий, включая компьютеры, телефоны и беспроводную сеть округа.
Все школы округа получат средства на ремонт и/или обновление.
Владельцы недвижимости начнут платить за трехлетний налоговый сбор с 2025 года.
Расчетная ставка на $ 1000 оценочной стоимости имущества составляет 0,44 доллара на все три года.
Леви заменит бонд (муниципальные облигации) на строительство школ, срок которого истекает в конце 2023 года. Ставка по бондам, срок действия которых истекает, также составляла 0,44 доллара на $1000 оценочной стоимости имущества.
Владелец недвижимости, оцениваемой в $500,000 по оценкам будет платить $220 в год или $18,33 в месяц, что эквивалентно сумме, выплачиваемой в 2023 году.
Налог с капитала (предложение № 7) будет включен в бюллетень для голосования на внеочередных выборах 13 февраля 2024 года.
Более подробную информацию вы найдете на сайте.
Los 10 factores más importantes sobre el impuesto de capital
Si los votantes lo aprueban, el impuesto de capital financiaría el mejoramiento de medidas de seguridad, incluidos los controles de entrada y cámaras de seguridad.
Pagaría las reparaciones de tejados/techos y la actualización de los sistemas de calefacción y aire acondicionado.
La recaudación de capital crearía espacios para el aprendizaje práctico de los oficios de construcción, las habilidades culinarias y las ciencias de la salud.
Los fondos se utilizarían para actualizar la tecnología, incluyendo computadoras, teléfonos y la red inalámbrica del distrito.
Todas las escuelas del distrito recibirían reparaciones y/o actualizaciones.
El dueño de una propiedad comenzará a pagar impuestos de capital por un periodo de tres años, comenzando en el 2025.
La tasa estimada por cada $1,000 de valor de la propiedad es de $0.44 por cada uno de los tres años.
Esta recaudación de fondos tomaría el lugar de la recaudación de fondos que se vence al final del 2023. La recaudación de fondos que ya está por terminar también es de $0.44 por cada $1,000 del valor estimado de la propiedad.
Se calcula que el propietario de una vivienda valorada en $500,000 pagará $220 al año, o $18.33 al mes, equivalente a la cantidad pagada en el 2023.
La recaudación de capital (Proposición no. 7) aparecerá en la papeleta en las elecciones especiales del 13 de febrero de 2024.
Save the date: Feb. 15 Industry Fair
Attend the Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair to learn about apprenticeships and jobs in health care, education, manufacturing, technology, construction, finance, hospitality, retail, transportation and more. The event is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15, at Battle Ground High School. Some employers may be hiring--bring your resume! There is also a resume workshop from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Everyone is welcome. This event serves students, families and the community. Child care will be available at the event.
If you represent a business or know someone who does, reserve a table at this free annual event to connect with current and future workers. Register now.
Check out this video to hear from local businesses about how the Industry Fair benefits them.
January nutrition newsletter
Get nutritional information and other news in this edition of the district’s nutrition newsletter.
Russian, Ukrainian and Spanish translation and interpretation services
Услуги по устному и письменному переводу на русский и украинский языки 360-885-5433
Servicios de Traducción e Interpretación en Español 360-885-5431
Report incidents anonymously with SafeSchools
Please report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system. Reporters can remain anonymous. Emergencies should always be reported to 911. Learn more about emergency procedures and safety protocols.
February schedule reminders
End-of-semester: Three-hour early release, Thursday and Friday, Feb. 1-2
In-service day (no student attendance): Wednesday, Feb. 7
Wednesday one-hour late starts: Feb. 14, 21, 28
Presidents Day: Monday, Feb. 19 (no school)
Employee Recognition Award
Do you know an amazing staff member? The new Employee Recognition Awards will highlight staff members who reflect the district’s strategic plan goals. Three nominees will be selected each month and recognized at a board meeting. Everyone is welcome to submit a nomination.
Weather-related information
Please visit the district’s weather and emergency information page to make sure you are ready in the event of a school closure or delay.
How we notify families
Automated phone calls, emails and texts: Please keep your contact information updated in Skyward (Family Access) or contact your school office. On weather days, calls may begin going out as early as 5:30 a.m. to families who have not opted out.
Information line: 360-885-5343 (updated by 6 a.m. on weather impacted days).
Flash Alert: Sign up for email alerts or download the mobile app for updates about emergency and non-emergency issues. You must re-subscribe every year.
TV and radio stations, local newspapers may share information at their discretion.
Please download and print our weather guide for quick access to weather-related information and make sure you know if your child’s school is in the north or south part of the district.
Looking for something to do?
Be sure to check out our Community Events page for fun ideas of things to do throughout the local community. Nonprofit organizations looking to share their own upcoming events are welcome to submit a flyer to be included. Flyers are posted on the community events webpage and printed at relevant schools on their community bulletin boards. The BGPS community flyer checklist provides information about what is required for flyer submission.