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Valentine View
An e-newsletter from Valentine Hills Elementary School
April 22, 2024
Upcoming events at Valentine Hills
Mon, Apr 22
10:00 Safety Drill
6:30 PTO Meeting
Tue, Apr 23
MCA Math-grades 3,4,5
7:30 Large Group Orchestra-5th Gr @ HVMS
Wed, Apr 24
MCA Math-grades 3,4,5
7:30 Large Group Orchestra-4th Gr Summer @ HVMS
7:35 Large Group Band @ HVMS
Thu, Apr 25
MCA Math-grades 3,4,5
7:30 Large Group Orchestra-4th Gr Fall @ HVMS
Fri, Apr 26
CARES Day-Wear Red
Future Dates:
- May 17: PTO Carnival
- May 24-27: No School
- June 6: Last Day of School
Track Registration
All 4th & 5th Graders can now register for Elementary Track thru Community Ed. It will start on Tue, Apr 30.
Here are some more details:
- Track is after school Tue, Wed, Thu til 5:05 p.m. This is parent pick-up only; busing is not available. The community ed site may seem confusing but track is 3 days not 4 days per week.
- Bring running shoes & a water bottle
- There will be three meets scheduled. The coaches will share out more details.
To register:
- Click here to register for Track.
- Cost is $65 for 4th grade & $70 for 5th grade. Scholarships are available for families thru our Educational Beneftis Program. If you have not applied for benefits, please click here.
- For more information & to order a track shirt, click here.
If you have questions, contact us @ 651-621-7842 or matthew.riesgraf@moundsviewschools.org
Special Education Parent & Professional Advisory Council (SEPPAC)
The Special Education Advisory Council is a collaborative group where school district special
education staff and parents of children who receive special education services can discuss district policy, decision-making and other special projects across the school district.
The special education leadership team will be providing information on the current state of special
education within the Mounds View Public School District. We are also seeking input on information,
learning or activities families might be interested in for the 2024-25 school year. All families are
welcome!
The next meeting will be Tue, Apr 30 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the District Office. For more information, please contact paul.olson@mvpschools.org or 651-621-6041.
Summer Band/Orchestra
Click here for more info on Summer Orchestra
Questions? Email Ms Rogness, VH Orchestra Teacher
Click here for more info on Summer Band
Questions? Email Ms Sorem, Summer Band Coordinator
PTO News
April PTO Meeting This Monday at 6:30 p.m.
In the art room, with a virtual option: https://meet.google.com/gpw-htft-vpk
- Childcare is available if requested ahead of time: valentinepto@gmail.com
- Get updates from VH administration and MV school board
- Guest speaker: Art teacher, Alissa McCourt
- Hear about open PTO board positions
Thank you Volunteers!
During Volunteer Appreciation Month, the PTO would like to recognize and thank all of the people who donate their time and contribute to all of our initiatives. We couldn't build such a strong connection to the VH community without you! As a small thank you, we will have snacks and treats at the April meeting.
Our Students Need YOU!
We are currently accepting nominations for positions on the PTO Board, including co/vice president and co-treasurer. If you're curious about these roles and would like to learn more, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via email at ValentinePTO@gmail.com Time commitment is as minimal or as much as you want!
Donate Through Our Carnival Wishlist!
The Donate to Win "aka Raffle" is back for this year's PTO Carnival on May 17. We are looking to help fill in some of our baskets. Please consider donating an item through our Amazon Wish List. We are hoping to get all of these items by May 3. Thank you for your generosity and support!
Help Make Our Carnival Dreams Come True! Organizations Needed for Sponsorships
We have big ideas and need help making them reality! If you own or work at a business, know someone who does, or are part of a group or organization that would be willing to sponsor a carnival game or activity, please reach out to Kara at karajohnson17@gmail.com to get more information. Sponsorship opportunities range from $50-$500.