Knightly News
Dear Valley View Parents/Guardians:
Each week Mrs. Posnanski sends home a Sunday evening email to let our families know what's coming for the week at Valley View.
Missed out on one of our weekly updates? Find them below!
Accordion
- Week of September 6
- Week Of September 9
- Week of September 16
- Week of September 23
- Week of October 4
- Week of October 7
- Week of October 14
- Week of October 28
- Week of November 4
- Week of November 11
- Week of November 18
- Week of November 25
- Week of December 2
- Week of December 9
Week of September 6
Week Of September 9
Hello Valley View Families,
Valiant Knights' update:
- We had a fantastic first week of school! Classrooms focused on getting organized, learning classroom procedures and building a team focused environment. Students had a blast breaking into a locked mystery box while learning school-wide expectation. Each grade level finished the week with a grade level tug-a-war competition. It was wonderful to see all of the smiles and cheers. There are so many great relationships being built.
Reminder:
- Mark your calendar - September 19th is our Parent Information Night at 5:30-7:00 pm. Your classroom teacher will share curriculum and other pertinent information about your child's year. We are changing the format a little to accommodate feedback we received. Each grade level will have a separate 30 minute session. Parents are also invited to informal discussions in a Q&A format with the principal and coaches offered multiple times throughout the evening. More information to come soon.
- September 17th is our first Shady Valley PTO Meeting at 6:30 pm in the Shady Lane cafeteria. Please attend to hear how the PTO supports our school and each child and to have a voice in upcoming events. Childcare will be available.
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be a fantastic week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of September 16
Hello Valley View Families,
Valiant Knights' update:
- I wanted to take the chance to remind everyone about a few logistics so that all students are safe -
- There are supervisors on the playground beginning at 8:30 am. So if you drop off your child at Valley View in the morning and arrive early, please keep your child in the car with you until 8:30 am.
oIf your child is absent due to an illness or if you are changing how your child is going home, please include the office on this email (mattdeb@sdmfschools.org). Depending upon when you send this, a teacher may not check their emails or a substitute teacher could be in the classroom.
Reminder:
- Mark your calendar - September 19th is our Parent Information Night at 5:30-7:00 pm. Your classroom teacher will share curriculum and other pertinent information about your child's year. We are changing the format a little to accommodate feedback we received. Each grade level will have a separate 30 minute session. Parents are also invited to informal discussions in a Q&A format with the principal and coaches offered multiple times throughout the evening.
- 3rd Grade 5:30-6:00
- 4th Grade 6:00-6:30
- 5th Grade 6:30-7:00
- Informal discussions with Tina and the academic Coaches are held during each of these sessions in Room 109. Parents are invited to stop by during any of these times.
- September 17th is our first Shady Valley PTO Meeting at 6:30 pm in the Shady Lane cafeteria. Please attend to hear how the PTO supports our school and each child and to have a voice in upcoming events. Childcare will be available.
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be a fantastic week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of September 23
Hello Valley View Families,
Valiant Knights' update:
- Thank you to all who attended our Parent Information Night last Thursday. We enjoyed building connections with parents and sharing the learning journey your child will experience this year. If questions or concerns arise throughout the year, we would love to talk through it. Our partnership is vital to the success of your child's education.
- We had our last Freeze Pop Friday last week also. Thank you to the parents who volunteered to distribute popsicles. We raised a total of about $13,000 so far for the Shady Lane and Valley View Hero Run! At Valley View these funds will support a multicultural hallway mural, classroom grants and numerous PTO programs like Kids Choice Day or the Multicultural Fair.
Reminder:
- Tuesday is our Hero Run! Students will be doing various activities of running, jumping and other cardio fun. Come dressed in your favorite Super Hero costume, but make sure you are able to still do these high energy activities. Parents are welcome to cheer on your child. Events times are -
- 5th Grade: 9:00-10:00
- 4th Grade: 10:15-11:15
- 3rd Grade: 1:30-2:30
- Our concluding event for the Hero Run is the 'I scream' social at Shady Lane on Thursday (Sept. 26) at 6:00-7:00 pm. It is a family event to celebrate the beginning of the year! Hope to see you there.
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an awesome week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of October 4
Hello Valley View Families,
Valiant Knights' update:
- Our Hero Run was a huge success! I hope everyone enjoyed the numerous pictures that were shared on Facebook. Thank you to the PTO for all of the organization of the event. Thank you also to the many volunteers and families who joined us. The students had a blast!
Reminder:
- Picture Retake day is Tuesday, October 1st.
- The PTO Movie Night is on Friday, October 4th at Shady Lane. Everyone is invited to enjoy The Secret Life of Pets 2. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Children are $2.00. Parents are free. Parents must stay. Hope to see you there!
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an awesome week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of October 7
Hello Valley View Families,
Valiant Knights' update:
- We will enjoy our celebration assembly from our Hero Run on Monday. The students, who raised the most money from each classroom, will participate in a Principal Sundae prize. Stayed tuned to our Facebook page for some great pictures!
- Our 5th graders have started their DARE (Drugs and Alcohol Resistance Education) classes. There are many topics, such as peer pressure, alcohol and tobacco, that are discussed. The dangers of vaping are clear and present and you’re hearing a lot about them lately. Attached you will find some information about vaping from the American Heart Association. 101 on e-cigarettes Infographic 1.19.pdf
Reminder:
- Tuesday, October 15th is our next Shady Valley PTO Meeting at Valley View at 6:30 pm in the Valley View Library. Childcare will be available.
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an awesome week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of October 14
Hello Valley View Families,
Valiant Knights' update:
- I wanted to give everyone a reminder that supervisors are on the playground beginning at 8:30 am. Please do not drop your children off prior to that time. If students are walking and arrive early, they should wait either by the bikes or by the front door near the office until 8:30 when the supervisors enter the playground. Due to security, parents are not allowed on the playground during the morning recess time unless they have checked in the office and have a name sticker. Thanks for helping with the safety of all of our students.
- The Wisconsin RTI Center recognized Valley View in reading and math at the silver level for our work toward fully implementing a system that leads to improved student outcomes. This equitable system helps increase consistency of instruction, enhances staff skills, proactively provides supports for all learners, and builds stronger relationships. We are excited to receive this recognition!
Reminder:
- Tuesday, October 15th is our next Shady Valley PTO Meeting at Valley View at 6:30 pm in the Valley View Library. Childcare will be available.
- Friday, October 25th is the Shady Valley PTO Trunk or Treat at Shady Lane at 5:30 pm. Mark your calendars!
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an awesome week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of October 28
Hello Valley View Families,
Update -
- Your feedback means a lot to us. We would love to hear what you think of the job we are doing at Valley View School to help drive our continuous improvement. Our annual Parent Satisfaction Survey window is now open. If you haven’t already taken it, you can do so here. Your specific feedback is very helpful.
- Parent-Teacher Conferences are quickly approaching. Our partnership with you is important for helping your child succeed. If you don't have a conference scheduled yet, please contact your child's classroom teacher.
Mark you calendars -
- Original Works of Art orders are due this Tuesday, October 29th. The order form is attached here. valvi revised dfl.pdf
- Intergenerational Day is on November 15th, 9-11 am. We look forward to sharing the morning with everyone.
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an awesome week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of November 4
Hello Valley View Families,
Update -
- Your feedback means a lot to us. We would love to hear what you think of the job we are doing at Valley View School to help drive our continuous improvement. Our annual Parent Satisfaction Survey window is now open. If you haven’t already taken it, you can do so here. Your specific feedback is very helpful.
Mark you calendars -
- No School on Thursday and Friday this week. We will host Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday evening, Thursday evening, and Friday afternoon. Please contact your child's classroom teacher if you don't have a conference scheduled yet. We are excited to discuss your child's learning journey.
- Intergenerational Day is on November 15th at 9:00-11:00 am. Guests will spend the entire time with the child they are visiting. Half of their time will be in the gym playing bingo and enjoying a few refreshments. The other half will be in the child's classroom. We look forward to sharing the morning with everyone.
The Valley View Book Fair is open on Wednesday, November 13 - 9AM - 3PM, Thursday, November 14 - 9AM - 5PM, or Friday, November 15 - 8:30AM - 4PM. Exciting announcement: The new Diary of a Wimpy Kid #14 Wrecking Ball will be available at our Scholastic Book Fair!
Students will come home with wish lists early in the week and shop later in the week. As always, send cash or check. Cards are accepted. AND new this year... use the eWallet! (https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/parent-how-it-works.html)
| Parent How it Works - Scholastic Set up a book fair student eWallet. Additional Details. When you create an eWallet, the amount you select as your student's spending limit will appear as a temporary hold (or pending charge) on your credit card and will be reflected in your available balance. bookfairs.scholastic.com |
Shop Online with home delivery (free for $25+ orders) now through November 15th from our webpage :
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/valleyviewsdmf
Volunteers are needed for our fair! (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0948aaab29a7f58-valley1)
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an awesome week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of November 11
Hello Valley View Families,
Update -
- Thank you to those families, who met with your child's classroom teacher. Our partnership is key to your child's success. We strive to continue this partnership throughout the year. Please reach out at any time if you have any questions or concerns.
- All families are invited to our first Tina Talk this Wednesday (Nov. 13th) at 9:30-10:00 am at Valley View. Bobbie Johnson, our school counselor, and I will host the first informal conversation about bus safety and student friendships. There will be time reserved at the end for questions. Come enjoy a few refreshments, coffee and great conversation.
Mark you calendars -
- Intergenerational Day is on November 15th at 9:00-11:00 am. Guests will spend the entire time with the child they are visiting. Half of their time will be in the gym playing bingo and enjoying a few refreshments. The other half will be in the child's classroom. We look forward to sharing the morning with everyone.
The Valley View Book Fair is open on Wednesday, November 13 - 9AM - 3PM, Thursday, November 14 - 9AM - 5PM, or Friday, November 15 - 8:30AM - 4PM. Exciting announcement: The new Diary of a Wimpy Kid #14 Wrecking Ball will be available at our Scholastic Book Fair!
Students will come home with wish lists early in the week and shop later in the week. As always, send cash or check. Cards are accepted. AND new this year... use the eWallet! (https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/parent-how-it-works.html)
| Parent How it Works - Scholastic Set up a book fair student eWallet. Additional Details. When you create an eWallet, the amount you select as your student's spending limit will appear as a temporary hold (or pending charge) on your credit card and will be reflected in your available balance. bookfairs.scholastic.com |
Shop Online with home delivery (free for $25+ orders) now through November 15th from our webpage :
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/valleyviewsdmf
Volunteers are needed for our fair! (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0948aaab29a7f58-valley1)
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an awesome week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of November 18
Hello Valley View Families,
Update -
- Our Intergenerational Day was a huge success! Thank you to our PTO and Mrs. Mattson for organizing it. We celebrated the day with about 500 guests. Many of them commented about how wonderful it was to spend time at Valley View with their student. Thank you to all who came!
- Our Book Fair was also successful. Many students purchased new books to enjoy reading. We purchased $1,000 worth of new books for our classroom libraries and more bean bag chairs for our school library. Thank you!
- Our PTO Cold Cash for College begins Monday. All donated money will go towards scholarships for our high school seniors, who were alumni of Valley View and Shady Lane. Our dress up days will be:
- Monday - PJ Day (along with a small stuffed animal)
- Tuesday - Tie Dye/Neon Day
- Wednesday - Wacky Wednesday
- Thursday - Holiday Dress (dress as your favorite holiday)
- Friday - Green Day
Mark your calendars -
- Our next PTO meeting is on Tuesday, November 19th at 6:30 pm at Shady Lane. Childcare will be available. Hope to see you there!
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an outstanding week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of November 25
Hello Valley View Families,
Update -
From the entire Valley View staff, we are very thankful for the partnership we have with you to make sure your children are successful socially, emotionally and academically! It is a responsibility we don't take lightly and could not be done without you! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Mark your calendars -
- It is once again time for our Annual Outdoor Tree Decorating with artwork from students. Each school in the district decorates their own tree. This year, Riverside is hosting the trees. The tree decorating is tomorrow evening Monday, November 25 from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Riverside's PTO will also be serving hot chocolate and cookies after the decorating. See that attached flier for more information. District Tree Decorating Flier.png
- We have No school on Wednesday as we begin our Thanksgiving Break. Students resume school on Tuesday, December 3. December 2 is a teacher day to complete report cards which will be coming home soon.
- December 3rd is our 5th Grade Music concert, both 2p and 6:30p, in our gym. Hope you can attend!
- Our Valley View Spelling Bee will be on Tuesday, December 10th at 1:30 pm in the Valley View cafeteria. Our top 35 spellers from third through fifth grade will compete on this day. The attached list of 4,000 words contains the 450 words that were given to students for the school spelling bee. This list of 4,000 is intended for students who are going beyond the school bee. Words used during the school bee will come primarily from the list of 450 already provided to students. Additional words may be from the Words of Champions list by coincidence. We are sharing this resource for students simply because some parents asked for it. Words_of_the_Champions_Printable_FINAL.pdf
- PTO Candy Cane Grams: Help spread holiday joy at Valley View! Parents, family members and special friends are invited to send a Candy Cane Gram to their student to celebrate a successful 2019. Forms are due to the office by December 11th. Please review the attached flyer for more information. Candy Cane Grams.pdf
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an outstanding week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of December 2
Hello Valley View Families,
Update -
- We have no school tomorrow (Monday). Teachers will be completing report cards which will be coming home next Tuesday (Dec. 10th). Students resume school on Tuesday, December 3.
- Valley View hosted about 125 guests from around the United States on December 19th. Some students from each classroom shared their goals and learning journals/data binders. The guests were amazed how fluently the students were able to speak about their learning and goals. Overall our district shared our improvement practices with about 250 visitors. We are proud to share our practices and lead the education profession in continuous improvement.
Mark your calendars -
- The 5th Grade Concert (Sights and Sound of the Season) is Tuesday, December 3rd at 2:00 pm and 6:30 pm. Our students are excited to share their music accomplishments. See you there!
- Our PTO is hosting their next Movie Night on Friday, December 6th in the Shady Lane Gym. We will be showing The Polar Express. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Children are $2.00 and parents are free. Please remember that all children MUST be accompanied by an adult. We also encourage all students to remain seated (not running around or playing in the bathroom/hallways) during the movie so that everyone can enjoy the movie.
- Our Valley View Spelling Bee will be on Tuesday, December 10th at 1:30 pm in the Valley View cafeteria. Our top 35 spellers from third through fifth grade will compete on this day. The attached list of 4,000 words contains the 450 words that were given to students for the school spelling bee. This list of 4,000 is intended for students who are going beyond the school bee. Words used during the school bee will come primarily from the list of 450 already provided to students. Additional words may be from the Words of Champions list by coincidence. We are sharing this resource for students simply because some parents asked for it. Words_of_the_Champions_Printable_FINAL.pdf
- Smart Cow is hosting a Valley View Day (Noon-9:00 pm) on Tuesday, December 10th. Part of the sales that day will be donated to Valley View for students behavior rewards. Come on out to enjoy some ice cream!
- PTO Candy Cane Grams: Help spread holiday joy at Valley View! Parents, family members and special friends are invited to send a Candy Cane Gram to their student to celebrate a successful 2019. Forms are due to the office by December 11th. Please review the attached flyer for more information. Candy Cane Grams.pdf
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an outstanding week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal
Week of December 9
Hello Valley View Families,
Update -
- We are entering the flu and cold season. If your child has a temperature of 100 degrees or more or is vomiting, we ask that you keep him/her home for 24 hours in order to keep the rest of the students healthy. When you feel your child is ready to return to school, we expect your child to have full participation in all activities including recess.
- Our lost and found is continuing to grow. Please stop in if you are missing items as they are most likely there.
Mark your calendars -
- Our Valley View Spelling Bee will be on Tuesday, December 10th at 1:30 pm in the Valley View cafeteria. Our top 35 spellers from third through fifth grade will compete on this day. The attached list of 4,000 words contains the 450 words that were given to students for the school spelling bee. This list of 4,000 is intended for students who are going beyond the school bee. Words used during the school bee will come primarily from the list of 450 already provided to students. Additional words may be from the Words of Champions list by coincidence. We are sharing this resource for students simply because some parents asked for it. Words_of_the_Champions_Printable_FINAL.pdf
- Smart Cow is hosting a Valley View Day (Noon-9:00 pm) on Tuesday, December 10th. Part of the sales that day will be donated to Valley View for students behavior rewards. Come on out to enjoy some ice cream!
- PTO Candy Cane Grams: Help spread holiday joy at Valley View! Parents, family members and special friends are invited to send a Candy Cane Gram to their student to celebrate a successful 2019. Forms are due to the office by December 11th. Please review the attached flyer for more information. Candy Cane Grams.pdf
- Our 5th Grade DARE graduation is on Thursday, December 12th at 1:30 pm in our gym. We look forward to celebrating our 5th grade accomplishment.
- Our next PTO meeting will be on Tuesday, December 17th at 6:30 pm at Valley View. Childcare will be available. See you there!
- Looking ahead- Save the Date- Hoopalooza 2020: Friday, March 13th! We
are looking for some help in coordinating raffle baskets for this awesome
event.This
year, we will have two raffle baskets per grade level, so we need a few parents
from each grade who would be willing to work together to get family and
community donations.
My door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call (262-250-2620), email (posntin@sdmfschools.org) or stop by.
It is going to be an outstanding week! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Valley View Family.
Respectfully,
Tina Posnanski
Principal