Pleasant Valley Weekly News
January 19, 2024
Hello PV Families,
This week, although short, was filled with learning and joy. Below are highlights from a fourth-grade class and STEM activities. Additionally, the entire third grade enjoyed playing Bingo as a game time reward, and students had fun during recess in the snow, attempting to build mini snowmen and more.
From Grade 4:
In our class, we delved into a MLK book and embarked on a simple "I Have A Dream" project with our Partner pals in Ms. Devlin's class. Following this, we engaged in discussions about Martin Luther King Jr.'s numerous speeches and his profound impact on society. Students were encouraged to identify a particular aspect they connected with and express their ideas on how they could contribute to changing the world. I find this project particularly enriching as it propels them to a higher level of critical thinking. -Mrs. Didden
From STEM:
A special shout-out to Ms. Cherko's 2nd-grade class for their exceptional efforts in STEM! They not only retained the knowledge from our investigations before the winter break but also applied that understanding to explore further, distinguishing between materials as conductors and insulators. See pictures below. Great teamwork! - Mrs. Brennan
Finally, PV students, staff, and families were acknowledged at the PTO PV Wolf pack game this past Saturday. Check out the photo below for a glimpse of the recognition.
On that note, I hope you all have a great weekend. We go far together!
Sincerely,
Esther & Jenna
MLK Celebrations
2nd Grade -Temp Investigation
Kindergarten -Three little pig house building
Mrs. Boakye-Dattey shares
MLK Quotes with student reaction
MLK Quotes with student reaction
MLK Quotes with student reaction
PV is recognized at the PTO sponsored Wolfpack Game
Grade 3 Bingo
Recess in the snow
Reading lesson with Mrs. Honyotski
Morning Meeting with Mrs. Dehaas
Writing with Mrs. Federowicz
Events
Thursday, February 1, 2024
PTO Meeting
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Special Person's Event
Gentle Reminders
Winter Wear
We highly encourage parents to kindly ensure that their children have winter and snow gear. We go out for recess daily unless the temperature is below 20 degrees. We allow students to play in the snow with the appropriate snow gear. Without snow gear students are allowed to play on the blacktop only. Some items to consider are snow boots, snow suit/pants, gloves, hat, and a winter coat.
Remember your ID
All visitors are required to sign in and present identification (driver's license or state ID) upon arrival at Pleasant Valley
Dropping off items during the school day
If you need to drop off any items for your child during the school day, please be sure to notify your child's teacher via SeeSaw ahead of time. You will be asked to leave the item on the cart in the vestibule and write both your child's name and the teacher's name on it.
Valentines Day
Kindly remember that we encourage sharing of non-candy treats in accordance with our wellness initiative.
Spring sports
Please Take Note- Change in 2023-2024 Calendar
SWPS Families- At the December 12th Board of Education meeting a change to the 23-24 school calendar was approved. This change moves our district-wide professional development day from 3/12 to Tuesday, 3/5. Students will not be in school on March 5th, and March 12th will be a regular school day. Have a great weekend!
Preschool Applications
The Preschool Outreach Program (POP) is currently accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year (attached is the application and the POP flyer).
Please submit your application at your earliest convenience as the role model screenings are occurring. More details regarding a date and times for screenings will be sent to you from the POP staff once they receive your application.
Employment Opportunities
Interested in Working for the South Windsor Public Schools?
The South Windsor Public Schools has openings for caring, responsible, and reliable individuals to substitute in all of our schools.
We need your help to find individuals interested in working in our amazing district with wonderful students and staff, while having a flexible schedule and earning $125 per day.
Prior experience working with school-aged children or a bachelor’s degree is required. Our substitutes are an essential part of our schools. Please share with your friends, neighbors, and relatives who may be looking for a flexible job opportunity, enjoy community involvement, or are interested in gaining experience working in the field of education.
For more information, please contact any of our school administrators (or even some of our ET parents who are AMAZING subs in our building!), or visit our website below to apply for these important positions!