Dear Flower Valley Community,
First, I want to thank Dr. Elyse and Dr. Norah who did a fabulous job as principal and assistant principal for the day Friday. They truly represent what it means to be a leader.
And now, what about Field Day! Wow! Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students had a blast at Field Day! A special shout-out to Mr. Taubman for all of his efforts organizing the day of fun, and a huge shout-out to our families who supported the fun and to all of the staff who pitched in to make it a memorable day for our students.
I would like to take a moment to recognize our Girls on the Run club. Girls on the Run is all about empowering girls and building a strong sense of self. Our students who participated are such wonderful voices in our school, and they did a fabulous job. They all trained for several weeks and ran (and finished) a 5K. They also provided a great deal of service within our community by cleaning up our school grounds and making them look beautiful. A special shout-out to Ms. Summers, Ms. Aust, and Ms. Seaman for leading this effort!
We also welcomed our incoming safety patrols this past week and our new 4th grade Peacemakers. Our 4th grade patrols started shadowing our 5th grade patrols this week, and our Peacemakers will be supporting the 4th and 5th grade recess with their mediation skills and getting some practice in for next year. They are all doing a fabulous job! We are so fortunate to have such wonderful student leaders at Flower Valley!
This upcoming week will be a special evening of music for our students and community. Our chorus and Instrumental Music students will be sharing their musical talents at our FVES concert at Rockville High School May 30th at 7:00PM.
As we begin the Memorial Day weekend, I hope that you take time to honor all of the individuals who have sacrificed their lives defending our country. Without their sacrifices, we would not be able to enjoy the freedom we have as a nation.
Wishing you a peaceful weekend!
Dr. Fish
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Parent Input Survey
New MCPS Literacy Curriculum
Kindergarten Enrollment Update
Support for 5th Grade Promotion
Lost and Found
Supporting Our Community
PTA Corner
Save the Date
Information from Previous Newsletters can be found on our school's website and in the FVES Parent Handbook linked here. The document can be translated by clicking "File", scrolling down to "Language", and then selecting your preferred language.
Your voice makes a difference in the work we do each and every day. We need your input to best reflect upon the current year and plan for the upcoming year. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey linked here. Since portions of the survey focus on individual student experiences, please complete one survey for each child attending FVES. Thank you for your input!
We are getting close to summer, so if you have not yet enrolled your incoming kindergartener, please do so as soon as possible. With the current budget situation in MCPS, they are closely monitoring our kindergarten enrollment to ensure our current level of staffing is appropriate. If you know of friends in the community with incoming kindergarteners, please let them know to enroll as soon as possible as well. This helps us better plan for next year. Once we have your enrollment information, we will be able to provide you with updates about opportunities to get to know the kindergarten teachers, play dates, class assignments, and so much more! Should you have any questions, please email Mrs. Sintetos at Catherine_G_Sintetos@mcpsmd.org or call 240-740-1780.
All of the details can be found on our school website linked here. Our next tours are June 5th at 8:00AM and 4:00PM.
On June 12th at 5:30PM at Rockville High School, our 5th graders will be celebrating their exit from Flower Valley Elementary School.
Please consider volunteering to help out at the 5th grade promotion ceremony. It is a FVES tradition that parents of younger students offer support at this event so that the 5th grade parents can enjoy this special moment with their child.
There are several 1.5 hour shifts available between 4-7pm. All help is appreciated! If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Taylor at JRT42209@gmail.com.
Thank you for helping! Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F49AAA628A6FD0-49223822-5thgrade
Join us in celebrating the memory of our beloved former firefly, Madison Jane Smith, by taking part in a Lego drive. We're collecting NEW and UNOPENED Lego sets through May 31st to bring joy to young cancer patients at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C. These Legos will give them fun and distraction during their treatments. Let's come together to spread smiles and hope. Your contribution can truly make a difference. Thanks for your support!
- Join our last PTA General Membership meeting Tues. June 4th at 6:30 PM in the Media Center (and Zoom) where we'll elect Treasurer & Secretary, discuss summer business, have our annual recap, and thank volunteers!
- Keep the tradition going and volunteer at 5th Grade Promotion Weds. June 12th (Rockville HS) if you have younger children! Get a sneak peek into the future and help those families celebrate.
- June 5th is Dine and Support at Villa Maya. Come enjoy some delicious food and have some of the proceeds go back to the PTA. Don’t forget to mention FVES PTA when ordering!
- There is a Kindergarten playdate, Wednesday, June 5th at 4:30pm, on the back playground at FVES.
- Donate a book or two for Rockville Day this summer (send books labeled "for PTA mailbox" in your child's backpack)
- Donate outgrown spirit wear to our new Spirit Wear Share for FVES families in need. Reuse and recycle to keep firefly spirit going! (Contact president@fvespta.org to donate)
PTA runs thanks to parent/family volunteers. Please check out these opportunities to help or contact president@fvespta.org if you'd want to help with anything next year.
Flower Valley Elementary School
Be bright! Be kind! Be you!
We inspire all children to become critical thinkers who are imaginative, adaptable, and collaborative. We strive to cultivate peaceful, life-long learners who contribute positively to the community around them.
Email: Angie_L_Fish@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/flowervalleyes/
Location: Flower Valley Elementary School, Sunflower Drive, Rockville, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-1780
Twitter: @AngieFish_FVES