Panther Press

• Join the PTO Board
• Volunteers Needed
• Community Celebrations and Observances
• End of Year Grade Reporting
• BVN Senior Reception
• Chinese Immersion
• Fifth Grade Music Program
• School Supplies
• Registration
• Field Day
• District Calendar
• VPE Homepage
• VPE Family Handbook
• Dismissal Changes & Pick Up Patrol

Join the Valley Park PTO and be the driving force behind our school's success! We're on the lookout for passionate parents like you to fill key roles and keep our events thriving. Whether you're a numbers wizard, an event planning pro, or just eager to lend a helping hand, there's a perfect spot for you on our team.

Step up as President elect, Treasurer elect, Vice President(s) of Fundraising, Carnival Chair(s), Staff Appreciation Chair(s), Sweetheart Dance Chair(s), Volunteer Coordinator, or Lego League Coordinator. Don't want to go it alone? Grab a friend and tackle the role together, or we'll find you a perfect partner.

Are you a busy, working parent? You're in good company – so are we! That's why we've designed our PTO positions to be manageable for even the busiest schedules. Most roles require less than 2 hours per week, so you can make a big impact without adding stress to your plate. After all, we understand the juggling act of balancing work, family, and community involvement.

-Parents/Guardians who are planning to attend/volunteer at Field Day should report straight to the playground - you do no need to check in at the office.

-Kindergarten, 1st grade and 2nd grade: We will not be dismissing from Field Day. Please plan to meet your student at normal dismissal time.

Some May Celebrations & Observances:

• Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month - recognizes the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to American society, culture, and history.
• Jewish American Heritage Month - celebrates the achievements and contributions of Jewish Americans to American society, culture, and history.
• Mental Health Awareness Month - aims to raise awareness about mental health by fighting the stigma, providing support, and advocating for policies that support people affected by mental illness.
• International Family Equality Day - May 7 - celebrates the beauty and importance of family diversity.
• World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development - May 21 - a day set aside by the United Nations to deepen understanding of the value of cultural diversity and to learn to live together in harmony.

Fourth Quarter Report Card Reminder

End of Quarter Information - Viewing Canvas Courses and Fourth Quarter Grades
At the end of each quarter, courses in Canvas will conclude and will no longer be visible on the Canvas app and website. Courses for this year’s fourth quarter will conclude on May 23rd. Report cards will be generated and families will be able to view second quarter grades on ParentVUE at the end of the day on June 6, 2024.

How do I view my child’s report card?

• Log in on ParentVue

• Select your elementary student’s name

• In the left navigation bar, choose REPORT CARD

If you have questions about Standards Based Grading as you view your child’s report card, please review the information found on the Elementary Report Card resource page.

Each new quarter, classroom teachers will publish their next quarter Canvas course. As courses are published, students and families will again be able to see current courses on the Canvas app and Canvas website. For Canvas parent resources, visit www.bluevalleyk12.org/canvas.

Limited spots remaining in Wolf Springs Chinese Immersion Program for 2024-25 kindergarteners

Blue Valley is excited to welcome a new kindergarten class into the Chinese Immersion program for the 2024-25 school year. Limited spots remain in the program that will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. Families interested in the program are encouraged to complete the application to be considered. When the limited spots are filled, the application will be closed.

For more information on the immersion program that is located at Wolf Springs Elementary, visit www.bluevalleyk12.org/immersion.

5th Grade Program: Updated Student Meeting Time

Due to the unavailability of a large meeting room close to the BVN Main Gym, students do not need to arrive until 6:50 pm. At 6:50 pm, students should come and sit quietly in their assigned spot on the risers. If you arrive before 6:50 pm, your child must stay with you on the bleachers until 6:50 pm. Thank you!

Valley Park Elementary parents, buy your 1st Day School Supplies today and eliminate the nightmare of back-to-school shopping. Think of visiting those big box retailers: the empty shelves, the crying babies, the demands for more things from your kids! 1st Day School Supplies is the BEST way to buy back-to-school supplies! Order now

Elementary school registration for the 2024-25 school year is open and online now for current students. Registration is required annually and is the time to update your child’s information and pay fees. Completing registration confirms that your child will attend school in August. Thank you for providing important information as part of this annual process. For more registration information, visit www.bluevalleyk12.org/registration.

VPE will dismiss at 11:45 AM on 5/24.

Unlock a summer of fun with the Skate City Summer Pass!

Support our school and enjoy exclusive benefits all season long. For just $7, snag your School Summer Membership Card and revel in endless adventures while knowing $3 goes directly back to our school. Don't miss out – grab your pass today and make this summer one to remember!

Anytime your student is absent, or will get home a different way than normal, please change their status in Pick Up Patrol for dismissal.

Examples include they will start riding the bus, or will walk home instead of being picked up in the car line. Please change the dismissal plan in Pick Up Patrol instead of messaging the office or the teacher (but still always let office know about absences). We all share Pick Up Patrol as the most efficient way to communicate and get kids where they need to go at dismissal!

1. Sign Up: If you have never signed up for Pick Up Patrol, click here to enter your student's information.
2. Dismissal Changes: If you need the Pick Up Patrol site to make changes to your child's dismissal plan for any given day, click here.
3. To report an absence to the school: You may call the absence line at 913-239-7605 or e-mail: attendancevpe@bluevalleyk12.org

Email: mhansen01@bluevalleyk12.org
Website: www.bluevalleyk12.org/VPE
Location: 12301 Lamar Overland Park, KS 66209
Phone: (913) 239-7600

Email: EAGill@bluevalleyk12.org
Phone: 913-239-7624
Twitter: @EmilyGill_VPE

Email: MZBurton@bluevalleyk12.org
Phone: 913-239-7635

• Julie Bachert: Administration Assistant/Bookkeeper
• Samantha Bashara: Administration Assistant/Registrar/Attendance

Website: www.bluevalleyk12.org/VPE
Location: 12301 Lamar Ave. Overland Park, KS 66209
Phone: (913) 239-7600