West Valley School

West Valley School's Friday Newsletter, May 6, 2022 https://5il.co/1a0qf

Good morning! After tabulating the votes yesterday, here is the preliminary results of the bond vote: Yes votes-688 No votes-863 This is disappointing, but we will persevere and continue to work with the community for the best outcome for our kids! Thanks to all of you who supported the bond and helped promote it! School board members voting results: Two-3 year terms: Marilyn Hedstrom-804 Jeff Meredith-763 Stefanie Hanson-656 Meghan Brewster-354 Congratulations to Marilyn and Jeff and thank you to Meghan and Stefanie for running for the board! One- 1 year term: Brent Councilor-907 He ran unopposed. Thanks Brent for running for this position on the board! Thanks! Cal

Today is the day we count the votes for the bond and school board positions! If you haven’t turned in your ballot, it’s not too late. Bring it to the school today and your vote will still be counted. Thank you! Cal

On Monday, May 2, 3rd and 4th grade students will no longer line up to enter the building from the eastside blacktop area of the elementary school. Students who are dropped off will now enter the building through the front doors and go through the foyer to the blacktop area located at the back of the school. All elementary students will stay on the playground until school begins. For dismissal, students will not be released through the eastside doors. Students will exit the building through the front doors or the courtyard doors near the front of the school. All students not riding the bus will be picked up at the front of the school. This way, we will be able to increase supervision and alleviate some other safety concerns. Please do not drop off or pick up your child in the gravel area east of the fence.

West Valley School's Friday Newsletter, April 29, 2022 https://5il.co/19opq

Parents and staff please watch and share this video on Facebook about the West Valley School Bond. https://fb.watch/c78tuedoeN/ West Valley is at a critical point in its growth and we face dire overcrowding in the near future. Every share counts! Together we can make a difference for our students. If you don't have Facebook you can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/aFiQEW8sPHc

With the recent loss of a student from West Valley, we would like to offer parents an informational meeting regarding how to guide your child through times of grief (what to expect , how to give healthy support and when to reach out for professional help will be discussed). There will be time for questions and answers as time allows. Gretchen Brown (LCSW, West Valley parent/board member) will be our speaker. This event will occur May 4th at 5:30 pm in room B3 and is free of charge.

Tina Blair, Middle School Principal, speaks about the importance of passing this year's bond to address critical space needs and her fear of how West Valley could operate in the future if space needs are not addressed. https://fb.watch/cw9fFsuBxw/ Every share counts! If you don't have Facebook you can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/tfpfE2FUkO0

Richard Gross, Elementary School Principal, speaks about the importance of passing this year's bond request to maintain the school the West Valley community has come to expect and doing what's right for students. https://fb.watch/cvmHRBmaDC/ Every share counts! If you don't have Facebook you can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/DEJlMEuoPLM

Friday, April 29th is a special Hat Day for West Valley School. Please support our student Brentley E's family by paying $1.00 to wear a hat at school. All money collected will be sent to the family's GoFundMe page. Thank you for your support of this fundraiser and Brentley E.

Laurel Ekern, a Former Student and Current Parent of a West Valley Elementary Student, speaks about our community's growth over the last decade, overcrowding, and the importance of passing the bond. Please watch and share to help spread the word. https://fb.watch/c7dzbfyALd/ Every share counts! If you don't have Facebook you can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/JTKl1Maadek

Family Math Night K-2 was a blast! Second night for grades 3-8 this Thursday the 28th. If you didn't RSVP, do it by Tuesday at 3:00 or we may not have enough food and supplies! Email tdierenfield@westvalleyschool.com

West Valley Middle and Elementary School Principals Tina Blair and Richard Gross tour the middle school commons area. The Commons Area is a part of the 2013 addition and is already at capacity. Every share counts! You can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/WA2KkChtZsI

Please take a look at this important information about the Kalispell Public Schools High School Levy- https://5il.co/19dnr

West Valley School's Friday Newsletter, April 22, 2022- https://5il.co/19aw6

Join West Valley Elementary and Middle School Principals Richard Gross and Tina Blair as they tour our complete facility. Principals Gross and Blair discuss current space challenges, the benefits of passing the May Bond Request, and how the school has changed over the years. Every share counts! You can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/JK60B2vOvns

Great Information for parents regarding online safety for kids of ALL ages! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g9g_-ZZ2mUAY6gZNtL_wRKAlYLAn0-bi/view

Aryn Kientz, Special Education Para-Educator, speaks about the importance of public education in raising and preparing kids for the future. https://fb.watch/cw9tIjFAYB/ Every share counts! If you don't have Facebook you can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/8IQN5zudlco

Basement Tour! Elementary and Middle School Principals Richard Gross and Tina Blair tour the basement of the elementary, part of the original 1962 school. The basement is currently used for instructional and intervention group learning. https://fb.watch/cuX806Obx1/ Every share counts! If you don't have Facebook you can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/MkPNAjUUAso

Molly Zier-McLaughlin, West Valley Middle School's Special Education Teacher, highlight's the challenges her students navigate due to limited space and what motivates her. Please watch and share to help spread the word on the West Valley School Bond. https://fb.watch/c7dzNo7CfX/ Every share counts! If you don't have Facebook you can view the video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/UQ3PTyw-a3Q