A message from the Superintendent
Weekly Communication
February 15, 2024
Dear PV Families,
I am aware there are many anxious to learn how we will make up the canceled school days experienced this year. We had our fifth inclement weather day earlier of this week. We have three days built into the calendar, as is typical, and as in past years, would be obligated to make up the additional two days by adding them on to the end of the year. Fortunately, new legislation, House Bill 1507, signed into law as Act 56, was recently passed and implemented this school year. This legislation allows school districts to consider the number of student school days or total hours, eliminating the requirement for schools to consider both. Prior to the legislation, school districts were obligated to host students for 180 days (with the exception of Act 80 days) and ensure a minimum of 990 hours for secondary students and a minimum of 900 hours for elementary students.
At this week's Board meeting, approval was granted to revise the instructional calendar to represent the required hours (and not the 180 days). Therefore, because the District will have held school for at least the minimum number of hours, it is not required to make up the two additional student days; teachers must make them up, but students do not. As we contemplate the next couple of weeks, we are monitoring our hours carefully in the event we experience additional inclement weather days.
As a note, administration is planning to submit the FID application to PDE for the 2024-25 school year.
Sincerely,
Barbara A. Russell, Ed.D.
Superintendent
In This Issue...
- PV Showcase
- Board Work Session - Summary from 2/12
- PV Spring Musicals
- Hall of Fame - Now Accepting Nominations
- Kindergarten Registration - Fall '24
- Community Bulletin Board
- Important District Dates
PV Showcase
View our monthly collection of Activities & Happenings from across the district!
Thank you to our Building News Coordinators for their contributions: Mrs. Tarquino (EG), Mrs. Ledford (SCH), Mrs. Jacobson (SK), Ms. Derstine (SO), Mrs. Kratz (MSE), Mrs. Muscatello (MSW), and Mr. Komp (HS).
Board Business Meeting - Summary from 2/12
- Dr. Boyd presented Special Education Updates, including staffing needs for the 24-25 school year.
- As part of the Superintendent's Report, Dr. Russell shared information regarding the process for hiring an Assistant Superintendent. She also shared updates on the Southeast Youth Development Center that the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services plans to open on the grounds of SCI Phoenix in July. As the local District, PVSD will be responsible for the education of the students placed in the center. PVSD is exploring options to assist in this effort.
- During this month's Education Committee of the Whole (ECTW) meeting, middle school principals Dr. Clune and Mr Creeden discussed an updated middle school schedule. The changes would allow for more targeted I&E (intervention and extension) time and the development of a Character Education program. Dr. Dietrich presented an update on Full Day Kindergarten as planning continues for next year.
- During the Finance Committee of the Whole (FCTW) presentation, Mr. Weaver discussed a Bond Refunding opportunity and provided updates for the development of the 24-25 general fund budget.
- The Board voted to retire Policy 720 Use of Restroom and Locker Room Facilities. This policy had been approved in October 2023 and provided rules and regulations about restroom and locker room use. There has been significant discussion about the topic of this policy and the administrative regulation (AR) aligned to Policy 103 Discrimination/Title IX Sexual Harassment Affecting Students now serves as guidance.
PV's Spring Musicals: Let Us Entertain You!
PV's spring musicals are just around the corner. Our talented students are hard at work, putting in their best efforts for an unforgettable performance. Click on the pictures below to learn about purchasing tickets.
MS East presents Moana Jr. (March 1-3)
MS West presents Oliver! Jr (March 8-10)
PV High School presents The Prom (March 21-23)
Hall of Fame - Now Accepting Nominations
The Perkiomen Valley School District Hall of Fame was established in 2018 to recognize distinguished alumni, or others, whose outstanding athletic, professional, or civic endeavors have brought honor to Perkiomen Valley School District and serve to inspire future graduates to perform and serve in the same spirit.
Nominations for the Hall of Fame are now open! Nominations will be accepted through May 1, 2024. We are excited to return this tradition here in Perkiomen Valley. We ask that you please follow the criteria on the website to make your nominations. Please click here to nominate.
Kindergarten Registration - Fall '24
PV will transition to a FULL DAY Kindergarten program for the 24-25 School Year!
Will your child turn 5 years old before September 1, 2024? If so, he/she is eligible to attend kindergarten in the fall of 2024! Registration can be completed online using our online registration (OLR) portal in ParentVUE. Online registration for 24-25 Kindergarten is NOW OPEN. For more information, visit: Kindergarten Registration 24-25.
Online Community Bulletin Board
Wondering about family and community events in the area? Curious to learn about local sports clubs and other opportunities? Planning for Summer 2024? Visit our online Community Bulletin Board!
Learn about:
- Rugby - Spring Youth League
- FunE Farm Camps - Summer '24
- Field Hockey & Lacrosse Camps- Summer '24
- and more!
To submit an event for posting, please send a PDF version of your flyer to webmaster@pvsd.org for review.
Please note that Community Bulletin Board items may contain links to websites of organizations outside Perkiomen Valley School District. Items are posted to this bulletin board as a free service to the community, and should not be interpreted as being sponsored or endorsed by the district.
Upcoming District Dates
- Monday, February 19 - President's Day Holiday, Schools and Offices Closed
- Tuesday, February 20 - Wellness Committee @ 3:45pm
- Tuesday, February 20 - Policy Committee @ 6:00pm
- Thursday, February 22 - Safety and Operations @ 6:00 pm
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