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FEBRUARY Thursday, February 7 - Spirit Week - Wear Your Favorite College or WV Apparel
- HSA Staff Appreciation Dinner (CAF) 4:45 pm
- Parent-Teacher Conferences 6-8 pm
Friday, February 8 - Spirit Week - Wear White Day
- WV vs. BC Basketball Game
- BC/WV Combined Schools Winter Dance at BC 7 pm
Saturday, February 9 - TSA Regional Conference 7 am - 5 pm (Snow Date 2/23)
Tuesday, February 12 - ISC General Meeting 9:30 am (Academy Bldg)
Thursday, February 14 - Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day
- Parent Teacher Conferences 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Friday, February 15 - School CLOSED - Administrative Offices Open
Monday, February 18 - School CLOSED - Administrative Offices Closed
Wednesday, February 20 - Green Council of LMSD - LMHS Large Group Instr Rm 4-5 pm
Friday, February 22 - HSA Fun Friday 3:15 - 5:15 pm
Saturday, February 23 - BC/WV - Schuylkill Valley Band Rehearsal at Valley Forge MS 9 am
Tuesday, February 26 - BC/WV - Schuylkill Valley Band Rehearsal at Valley Forge MS 12 pm
Thursday, February 28 - BC/WV - Schuylkill Valley Band Rehearsal at Valley Forge MS 12 pm
SAVE THE DATE Saturday, March 2 - WV - Play Tech Rehearsal 10 am
Tuesday, March 5 - WV - 5th to 6th Grade Parent Transition Meeting 9 am
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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 January 28th. 8th grade Kevin Sanchez John Griffith Joel Danilewitz Ben Barnett
7th grade
Meg Willcox
Katie Lee
Ava-Lauren Weber
Jackson Sanders
Jordan Rosenfeld
6th grade
Marshall Leland
Nina Gold
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Letter from the Principal
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Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s)/Caregivers:
As we reach the mid-year point of the 2012-2013 school year, we want to take a moment to pause and praise the middle school students of the Lower Merion School District. It has been a great year at both Bala Cynwyd Middle School and Welsh Valley Middle School, with students working hard, making great achievements in academia, sports and activities, and raising awareness for important causes through donations and fund raising efforts. There is a great sense of community in these two schools, and we, as principals, are very proud of the work the students are doing; we are excited for you to see what the rest of the year has in store.
Along with congratulating our students on their hard work, we want to make our families aware of a few changes to the school calendar. These changes are necessary due to the school days missed because of hurricane Sandy at the end of October and beginning of November.
- Tuesday, June 18th, 2013 is now the last school day for students. It is a half day; no lunches will be served.
In addition to the calendar changes above, the school district has moved the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremonies for both BC and WV to Monday, June 17th. More information about 8th grade promotion will be sent out from each school as we get closer to the event.
As we move through the second half of the school year, we ask that you continue to encourage your children to work hard and explore new and exciting endeavors during their time in middle school. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the changes in the calendar or your individual child's needs, please feel free to contact us.
Sincerely,
Jason E. Potten, Principal Dr. Orathia T. Bradley, Principal
Bala Cynwyd Middle School Welsh Valley Middle School
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WV Spirit Week
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Thursday, February 7: Wear your College or Welsh Valley Apparel
Friday, February 8: Wear White Day
To support the eighth grade basketball team we will all be wearing to intimidate our B.C. opponents. WHITE OUT!!!!
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The 3rd Annual Middle School Dance
February 8
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The combined dance with Welsh Valley and Bala Cynwyd Middle Schools will be held on February 8th from 7:00pm -9:00pm. The dance will once again take place at Bala Cynwyd Middle School. The members of both schools' student council helped to coordinate this event.
- The dance is open to all current 6th, 7th and 8th grade students at both schools.
- Guests are not permitted to attend this event.
No tickets will be sold at the door!!
- Tickets will be available for purchase in the Commons Lobby on Friday, February 8th during school; the price is $5.00
- There will be a DJ providing the music, games and activities. Food will be available for purchase.
- Parent chaperones are needed for the dance. If you would like to volunteer please contact Addie Eichman at (eichmaa@lmsd.org) or John McNabb at (McNabbJ@lmsd.org )
Dance Rules
- All Student Government Representatives are expected to attend the dance.
- All school rules and dress code will be in effect.
IMPORTANT.....PLEASE READ
Welsh Valley and Bala Cynwyd Dance Pick-up
- The WV and BC dance is this Friday, Feb 8th.
- The dance begins at 7pm and ends promptly at 9pm
- We strongly suggest that you carpool.
- All Welsh Valley Students will be picked up at the front of the school which is located on Bryn Mawr Ave.
- Please observe all traffic signs.
- If you are planning on picking up your child earlier than 8:45 you must come in and meet your child in the lobby.
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Singing Valentines
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Hello Parents,
The 8th Grade Advanced Chorus is doing a fundraiser for their trip to Boston. They will be selling and performing singing Valentines Feb 11th-14th for 7th and 8th grade students only. The Singing Valentines will be sold during lunch ($3 for one and $5 for 2). Here is how it will work:
1. Students purchase a Singing Valentine during their lunch period.
2. On the Singing Valentines note, they will write their name on the inside of the note and their "Valentine's" name and homeroom on the outside of the note.
3. They will fold their note and give it to the teacher at the Singing Valentine's table.
4. The Advanced Chorus will perform for students and teachers in 7th and 8th grade homerooms.
5. After they perform, they will privately give the notes to the people who received singing valentines.
Should you have any questions, please let Mrs. Vaughan know. Vaughal@lmsd.org
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Collecting Donations for School in Need
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The 6th grade Challenge students would like to collect donations for the Andrew Jackson School in South Philadelphia. They are in desperate need of supplies for their students. This is a K-8 school that is in need of the following materials:
Pencils
Paper- copy paper or art paper
Electric pencil sharpeners
Folders
Dividers with tabs
Marble composition books
Any basic school supplies
Backpacks
Gloves/mittens
New or gently used non fiction books
This will run from Monday, February 11th until Tuesday, February 29th. Boxes will be placed in each homeroom and in the main office for your donations. Thank you!!!!!
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Course Selection Registration for All 8th Graders
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Course Selection: February 12th - 13th
8th graders attending Harriton High School:
Registration for courses with your counselor is Wednesday, February 12th in the library.
8th graders attending Lower Merion High School:
Registration for courses with your counselor is Thursday, February 13th in the library.
8th Graders will receive a pass in homeroom on the morning of their registration to meet with their high school counselor to register for elective classes.
** Students should bring their Course Selection Sheet with their selected electives on their designated day of registration **
Also, please have your child turn in any Change of Course Recommendation forms to their counselor on their day of registration.
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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
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 (https://www.lmsd.org/harritonhs/student-services/transition/index.aspx )
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Welsh Valley 2012-13 Yearbook
Order by February 15 to Receive Discount Price
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Hurry! Time is running out to save money on the best bargain of the New Year. You can only order the Welsh Valley Yearbook at a discount price until February 15, 2013. After that, you will have to purchase the book in June for full price. To place an order online: 1.) Go to www.legacyphoto.com 2.) Click "Pre Order Yearbook" 3.) Select the Correct school and enter password LMASD https://cart.legacyphoto.com/preorder/step2.html 4.) Enter student information 5.) Enter Credit card information
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Parent Volunteer Opportunities for 2013-2014
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We are looking for parent volunteers to join our HSA Board. We will have 3 board positions available for next year: two Co-Vice Presidents and one secretary position. If being a chair and organizing single events is what you prefer, such as the All School Dance, Fall BBQ, Thanksgiving Luncheon, Staff Appreciation Breakfast/Dinner, Book Fair or Movie Night (to name a few), we could definitely use your help. We are looking for parents who have enjoyed volunteering in the past, parents new to the area or parents that would like to start getting involved. Please contact Nanette Taraya-Vonk at ntarayavonk@comcast.net if you have any questions.
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Before & After School Activities
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Click on the link below for a calendar of the upcoming February dates and times clubs will be meeting at Welsh Valley.
 February Activities Calendar - Use link for larger version Hotline: 610-658-3901 Back to Top
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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
02/11/2013 3:30 (A) BC BCMS
02/13/2013 4:15 (A) Radnor Middle School
BASKETBALL - 7th Grade Boys
Head Coach: Sean Scott
02/07/2013 3:30 (H) Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School
02/07/2013 3:30 (H) Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School
02/11/2013 3:30 (A) BC BCMS
02/12/2013 3:30 (H) Radnor Middle School
BASKETBALL- 8th Grade Girls Head Coach: Victor Scali 02/08/2013 1:15 (H) BC WVMS 02/11/2013 3:30 (A) Stewart Middle School 02/13/2013 3:30 (A) Radnor Middle School BASKETBALL - 8th Grade Boys
Head Coach: Peter Phillips
02/07/2013 3:30 (H) Stewart Middle School
02/08/2013 1:15 (H) BC WVMS
02/12/2013 3:30 (H) Radnor Middle School
78 WRESTLING - 7th & 8th Grade Boys
Head Coach:
02/07/2013 3:15 (H) Valley Forge & Radnor MS @Valley Forge MS
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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BCWV Squash Spring Session Registration Open
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Created by Parents to Provide Squash Instruction to LMSD Elementary and Middle School Students
The BCWV Spring session consists of an 8-week program for players of all abilities in grades 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. The Intramural Program is focused on improving skills of players of all abilities through drills and conditioning games.
Registration Deadline: February 10th
Click here for flyer.
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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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ISC General Meeting - February 12
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Our next ISC General meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at 9:30 a.m., at the Academy Building (next to Bala Cynwyd Middle School). Our speaker will be Patrick Guinnane, LMSD Director of Operations, who will discuss "School Facilities -- Changes and Plans". All parents and guardians are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
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C-MITES - April 27 - Time to Register
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C-MITES, a program based at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, provides Weekend Workshops for academically talented students in kindergarten through 9th grade. The next session is Saturday, April 27, 2013, at Lower Merion High School. C-MITES will be offering 12 classes at this location. Classes include: American Math Idol, Bug-bots, Bubbleology, Chess for Beginners, Intermediate Chess, Extreme Weather, Eye on the Sky, Fossil Dig, Money Matters, Physics and Our World, The Mysterious Human Heart and The Physics of Toys.
The brochure listing the classes and descriptions is available at http://www.cmu.edu/cmites/weekend_workshops.html . You may register online or fax or print and mail the registration form. Register soon because classes fill quickly! Registrations is on a first-come, first-served basis. Financial aid is available.
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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. Jon Fadely
Interim 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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