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DECEMBER
Tuesday, December 18
- Presentation of District-Wide Facilities Study to Welsh Valley Community
Location: Welsh Valley Middle School Auditorium
Time: 7:30 PM
Monday, December 24
- School Closed - Winter Break
Tuesday, December 25
- School Closed - Winter Break
Wednesday, December 26
- School Closed - Winter Break
Thursday, December 27
- School Closed - Winter Break
Friday, December 28
- School Closed - Winter Break
Monday, December 31
- School Closed - Winter Break
SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday, January 2
Tuesday, January 8
- District Transition Meeting for Grade 8 Parents of Students Receiving Spec. Ed. Services (LM LGI) 9 am
Wednesday, January 9
- Walk Zone Students to Visit LM (AUD) 10 am
Thursday, January 10
- Dsitrict Transition Meeting for All Parents of 8th Grade Students Who Will Be Attending Either LM or HH (LM AUD) 7 pm
Tuesday, January 15
- ISC General Meeting 9:30 am
Friday, January 18
- Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day
Monday, January 21
- School Closed - Administrative Offices Closed
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Thursday, January 24
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Dragon Pride Commendations
Random Acts of Kindness
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Weekly Dragon Pride Student Commendations
We are pleased to recognize our Dragon Pride Commendation award winners. The following students were recognized by our staff for demonstrating Random Acts of Kindness or Contributing to the Welsh Valley Community. We encourage all students to do the right thing for the sake of it being the right thing to do. We want to recognize students for good deeds, sometimes with a smile or thank you, other times with a commendation. But our overall goal is for our staff with the commendation program is to acknowledge students for doing the right thing in the most genuine sense. The Character and Citizenship Committee and WVMS faculty would like to thank these students for helping make Welsh Valley a better place.
Congratulations to the following students for receiving a "DRAGON PRIDE" commendation for the Week of December 3rd. 8th Grade - Sarah Palmieri
- Ben Barnett
7th Grade - Katie Lee
- Quin Leyland
- Morgan Rees
- Morgan Schneider
- Cory Scott
- Emily Sinrod
- Angelika Yeghiazaryan
- Emma Trentacoste
6th Grade - Christina Brown
- Jacob Eiseman
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Concert Receptions
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Thank you to all of the parent volunteers who helped with the instrumental concerts on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. The kids work hard to prepare and certainly enjoy the treats! Additional thanks go to Mr. McAllister and the custodial staff for all of their help.
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LM Township Scholarship Fund Recognition Cards
A great way to show your gratitude
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LOOKING FOR A GREAT WAY TO HONOR AND THANK YOUR CHILD'S TEACHERS IN DECEMBER? Lower Merion Township Scholarship Fund Recognition Cards are the perfect, district-approved way to show your gratitude to teachers and administrators at the holidays! Your purchase will help fund need-based grants to graduates of Lower Merion and Harriton High Schools who are pursuing higher education. Cards cost $15 apiece (or 3 for $40) and can be purchased from your school HSA's Scholarship Fund representative, or online at www.lmtsf.org, or by emailing the Scholarship Fund at guinnaf@lmsd.org or calling 610-645-1893.
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8th Grade Families: IMPORTANT
Lower Merion and Harriton High School Transition Dates and Information
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Harriton High School Lower Merion High School 8/9 Transition
for 2013-2014 school year
January 8, 2013:
Lower Merion High School - 9:00 AM - LGI
District transition meeting for parents of students receiving special education services. January 9, 2013:
Lower Merion High School - 10:00 AM - Auditorium
Welsh Valley Middle School (walk- zone students) visit LMHS. January 9, 2013:
Harriton High School - 10:00 AM - Auditorium
Bala Cynwyd Middle School students visit HHS. January 10, 2013:
Lower Merion High School - 10:00 AM - Auditorium
Bala Cynwyd Middle School students visit LMHS. January 10, 2013:
Harriton High School - 10:00 AM - Auditorium
Welsh Valley Middle School students visit HHS. January 10, 2013:
Lower Merion High School - 7:00 PM - Auditorium
District transition meeting for all parents of eighth graders who will be attending either LMHS or HHS. January 18, 2013:
SCHOOL CHOICE DEADLINE January 25, 2013:
High school mailing to include parent letter, individualized course selection sheet and Program Planning Guide.
February 5, 2013:
Harriton High School - 7:00 - Auditorium
Course Selection evening for parents of students attending HHS in grades 9-12 during the 2012-2013 school year. February 6, 2013:
Lower Merion High School - 7:00 - Auditorium
Course selection evening for parents of students attending LMHS in grades 9-12 during the 2012-2013 school year. February 12, 2013:
Bala Cynwyd Middle School - 8:20 AM - Computer Labs
LMHS school counselors will meet with each 8th grade student to discuss course selection and to register the students for classes. February 12, 2013:
Welsh Valley Middle School - 8:20 AM - Computer Labs
HHS school counselors will meet with each 8th grade student to discuss course selection and to register for classes. February 13, 2013:
Bala Cynwyd Middle School - 8:20 AM - Computer Labs
HHS school counselors will meet with each 8th grade student to discuss course selection and to register the students for classes. February 13, 2013:
Welsh Valley Middle School - 8:20 AM - Computer Labs
LMHS school counselors will meet with each 8th grade student to discuss course selection and to register the students for classes. May 23, 2013:
Harriton and Lower Merion High Schools - 10:00 AM
"Move up Day" June 1, 2013:
Students will receive copies of the summer assignments in both English and Math. June 18, 2013:
A list of summer transition activities will be published. Note:
While it is hard to believe, the course selection process for 8th graders transitioning to the high schools is beginning. Parents and students are encouraged to review this process which is outlined on page 15 of the student handbook (http://www.lmsd.org/documents/schools/wvms/handbook.pdf). Also, please consider reviewing the transition dates and/or the presentation which were included in the September 19th 8th grade parent meeting. The presentation and relevant transition dates are located on the website and can be viewed here ( http://www.lmsd.org/sections/schools/default.php?t=wvms&p=wvms_transition_89&menu=wvms_transition ).
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Reading Olympics
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READING OLYMPICS --yes, it does exist in middle school! Both Welsh Valley and Bala Cynwyd will have teams this year. Students will meet to read and discuss the books on Wednesdays, 3:05 - 4:20 p.m. in Ms. Wolfe's room (the "Artifacts" room). Students who cannot make it on Wednesday afternoons may come in before school (7:30 a.m.) on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays (in Ms. Wolfe's room, E213). Students are required to read a minimum of eight books, from a list of 45 -- which are varied in content, style and difficulty, so there is something for everyone! The "competition", in which we compete against teams from other middle schools, will be the evening of Tuesday, April 30, 2013, at Wissahickon MS -- so we have months to read and enjoy. Questions? Please contact Debbye Wolfe (Reading Olympics Coach and 6th grade teacher) at wolfed@lmsd.org, or Amy Norr (parent assistant) at norrmetz@verizon.net.
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Before & After School Activities
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 December Activities Calendar - Use link for larger version
Hotline: 610-658-3901
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Winter Athletics - 7th & 8th Grade
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Please check the website: www.wvathletics.org for the most current information. The site provides parents and student athletes with information regarding Welsh Valley Athletics. Take advantage of the ability to receive "email blasts" regarding your student's athletic teams and events.
WINTER ATHLETICS
Upcoming Games:
BASKETBALL- 7th Grade Girls
Head Coach: Chris Gari
12/17/2012 3:30 (H) Upper Merion Area Middle School
12/19/2012 3:30 (A) Valley Forge Middle School
BASKETBALL - 7th Grade Boys
Head Coach: Sean Scott
12/13/2012 3:30 (A) Upper Merion Area Middle School
12/18/2012 3:30 (H) Valley Forge Middle School
BASKETBALL- 8th Grade Girls Head Coach: Victor Scali
12/17/2012 3:30 (H) Upper Merion Area Middle School
12/19/2012 3:30 (A) Valley Forge Middle School
BASKETBALL - 8th Grade Boys
Head Coach: Peter Phillips
12/13/2012 3:30 (A) Upper Merion Area Middle School
12/18/2012 3:30 (H) Valley Forge Middle School
78 WRESTLING - 7th & 8th Grade Boys
Head Coach:
12/14/2012 3:30 (A) Radnor Middle School
12/18/2012 3:30 (A) Paxon Hollow Middle School
12/20/2012 3:30 (A) Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School
If you have any photos taken at WV games and would like to share them on the website, you can submit them through www.wvathletics.org. Back to Top
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Assistance Statement
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Assistance is gladly offered to all Welsh Valley families to participate in school-wide events. For information or help, please contact your school counselor. Every student is welcome at all school events.
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No Bus Passes Permitted
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Reminder: We are not permitted to issue bus passes to students. This is a transportation policy, which is written in our handbook. Please know that this policy is in place for safety reasons and is in the best interest of all students.
We appreciate your understanding.
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Wolf Performing Arts Center presents two fabulous family-friendly shows!
December 13-16
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Jack and the Beanstalk is a creative re-telling of the classic tale of Jack's journey up a beanstalk to a magical giant kingdom. Audiences will meet brave Jack, sweet and loyal Milky White and the "fearsome" giant. This delightful production is for audiences of all ages performed by children and teens. December 14-16 at the McShain Performing Arts Center, Rosemont College.
A Midsummer Night's Dream Shakespeare's fantastical comedy of mistaken identity, run-away lovers, mischievous fairies, magical elves and theatrical mechanics explores a world of enchantment in one warm summer night. Audiences are in for a spectacular, fantastical treat. This production is recommended for audiences of all ages, performed by children, teens, and adults. December 13-16 at the McShain Performing Arts Center, Rosemont College.
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LMHS vs. Radnor HS Ice Hockey Game
December 14
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Don't let the NHL Lock-out depress you...
Come watch your ACES!
Lower Merion vs. Radnor
Friday, December 14 - 8:45 pm
The Skatium, 1002 Darby Road, Havertown, PA 19083
Support your School AND your Community!
Please bring Non-perishable food items, sundries (shampoo, soap, dish detergent), & monetary donations to benefit
Ardmore Food Pantry
Narberth Community Food Bank
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Meet the Narberth Rugby Football Club -
for boys 11-18 years old
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Lower Merion High School:
Jan 15, 2012. 7:00-8:30pmNeed a Spring Sport? Rugby Curious? Wrestling ends too soon? Too Much Gaming?
- Meet the coaches
- Information for first time parents
- Registration materials available
- Parent support club present
- New and returning parents encouraged to attend
- Rugby players, potential players, and those just curious should attend...
Link to flyer
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Green Council of LMSD
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The Green Council of LMSD is a grass-roots organization consisting of staff, students, and parents which works to promote sustainable practices within all parts of the school district. The Green Council is open to any and all who wish to engage in this important work with others of like mind. Meetings take place monthly at Lower Merion High School in the Large Group Instruction room from 4:00-5:00pm. The meeting dates for the rest of this school year follow:
Wednesday, 1/9/13 Wednesday, 2/20/13 Wednesday, 4/3/13 Wednesday, 5/8/12
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Coffee and Conversations on Gifted Education for Parents and Guardians
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The Lower Merion School District in Collaboration with Chester County Intermediate Unit is offering informational sessions for parents on Gifted Education for 2012-2013.
Sessions will be run in both a morning and an evening time. The dates times and topics are listed on the registration form.
Please RSVP and reserve your space as soon as possible! We look forward to seeing you there!
For dates, times and topics, please view the workshop flyer.
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Community Links - Activities & Events
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For additional information and links for more information, go to:
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Listserv Information
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Please Note:
The weekly deadline for submissions to WV Dragonbites is by noon each Tuesday. Please email information to WVDragonbites@gmail.comAn Archive of past Dragonbites is available by using the link in this issue or go to the WV page of the LMSD website under Parents/HSA. Publication is on Thursday of each week. This weekly e-newsletter is for school-related news and announcements. We regret that we are unable to include articles from organizations that are not directly related to Welsh Valley Middle School. To unsubscribe to Dragonbites, click on the "SafeUnsubscribe" link below. To update your information and/or to sign up for other HSA listservs, click on the "Update Profile/Email Address" link below.
To forward this email to another WV parent who may not be receiving our weekly newsletter, please click on the "Forward email" link below. If you are having any difficulty viewing Dragonbites please contact Laurie Koziol at WVDragonbites@gmail.com. Thank you! If you have any questions about WV school activities please contact the individual listed or call the Welsh Valley office at 610.658.3920. |
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Welsh Valley
Middle School
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Dr. Orathia T. Bradley
Principal
Ms. Beth Persofsky
Assistant Principal
Mr. Steven Van Mater
Assistant Principal
Welsh Valley Middle School 325 Tower Lane
Narberth, PA 19072 Phone Number: 610-658-3920 Absentee, Lateness & Safe Arrival Hotline: 610-658-3946
Daily Activities Hotline: 610-658-3901
School Closing Number: 302
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School Counselors
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6th Grade
Guidance Counselor
Mrs. Beth Cooke
610.-658-3942 Room D117
7th Grade Guidance Counselor
Mr. Boris Oden
610-658-3943
Room D116
8th Grade Guidance CounselorMr. Josh Gansky
610-658-3941 Room D115
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Mrs. Mary Ann Fusaro
Principals Secretary
Mrs. Cheryl Campbell
Attendance
Mrs. Sherri Pitts
Guidance
Mrs. Kim Petty
Athletics
Mrs. Lori Davies
Scheduling Secretary
School Hours
8:20 am - 3:05 pm
Early Dismissal
8:20 am - 11:55 am
for absentee procedures, permission slips and current WV calendar
Link for daily schedule, daily before and after school programs and announcements.
Link for the athletic website with information about the sports at WV.
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Welsh Valley
Home & School Association
2012-2013 Board
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Co-Presidents
Kiki McKendrick
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Community Information
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Archived Dragonbites
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Past Dragonbites can be viewed by clicking on the link above.
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