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FEBRUARY 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 February 11th.
8th grade
Emily Klevan - Considering and recognizing the feelings of others. Lexi Ginsburg - Helping another student in need.
7th grade
Amanda Newberg - Including others.
Ray Harmer - Considering and recognizing the feelings of others.
6th grade
Lena Siebert - Leading by example in health class.
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Congratulations to Welsh Valley Poetry Contest Winners
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Charlotte Miller Simon Poetry Contest Winners
1st Place: ($100) Leah Wang
2nd Place: ($75) Anna Swider
3rd Place: ($50) Ashwini Shende
Honorable Mention: Sinduri Soundararajan
Honorable Mention: Lucy Brumberger
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Fun Friday - February 22
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This is a free HSA sponsored event for all students of WV. Students stay after school and kick off the weekend early. They will be treated to pizza and pretzels and then the fun begins. Activities will include: Volleyball, Basketball, Chess or Decorate your own t-shirts--buy a WV t-shirt for $15 or bring your own. Students can purchase a T-shirt during Fun Friday for $15 cash/check made payable to WV HSA.
All students will be able to take the late busses home at 4:30. Those students competing in the basketball tournament will take the 5:30 late bus home. If you would like to volunteer for this event, please contact Kassieabrams2@yahoo.com.
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LMSD Wellness Council Needs a Logo Contest
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Who: LMSD Middle School Students
When: Submissions due by March 8, 2013
Where: Send submissions to Kathy Bromley,
Welsh Valley Middle School Nurse
Why: Winning Logo and its creator will be featured on the LMSD
Wellness Council Website and a prize will be awarded
How: Submit your name and Logo in black ink on a piece of
white, 8.5" X 11" paper OR
email submissions to bromlek@lmsd.org
Here is some information about the LMSD Wellness Council to help you with your design for the logo:
- Formerly called the School Health Advisory Council
- Composed of parents, students, staff and community members who are interested in the health of students
- Meet regularly to address issues affecting the health of students and to promote healthful behaviors and activities
- Work to reduce risk factors that affect students (injuries, poor nutrition, substance abuse, physical inactivity etc.)
- Share information about programs and activities in the district and in the community
- See the E-Board: www.nutrition.lmsd.site.eboard.com
Email bromlek@lmsd.org with questions.
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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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Summer School Brochure Now Available
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The District offers a six-week summer school program that provides opportunities for advanced credit or make up credit. During the second semester of the regular school year, a full list of summer school offerings are shared in the District's summer school brochure. Registration for Summer School runs from March 1-March 22 at each secondary school.
Please know that this year we will be offering online pay with a credit card. However, parents must still complete the triplicate registration form and get appropriate counselor signatures.
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For 8th Grade students:
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If you plan on playing golf in high school this is something you should attend. We have a great opportunity for you!
The Rules of Golf Seminar being held at Rolling Green Golf Club on Saturday, March 9th.
Start Time: 1:00 PM End Time: 3:00 PM cost $10.00
Master Professional, Tom Carpus who is the Head Professional at Kennett Square Golf & Country Club, and who is also on the National Rules Committee for the PGA of America, will be teaching the most common ruling errors by junior golfers.
This is a great chance to go get an update on the rules of golf and talk to a PGA a professional. If interested please contact: Larry Hirsh Cell (717) 648-4653 Email larry@golfpro.com
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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
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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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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Spring Athletics - 7th & 8th Grade
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Spring Sports Begin in March:
Boys 7th & 8th Grade
Baseball
Lacrosse
Tennis
Track & Field
Girls 7th & 8th Grade
Lacrosse
Softball
Track & Field
The following are important dates related to spring sports:
March 5th: 10th period (homeroom) Spring athletic informational team meetings.
March 7th: PIAA physical forms must be turned in to Kim Petty in the WV main office. Procedures for PIAA physicals can be found on www.wvathletics.org
* INITIAL EVALUATION: Prior to any student participating in Practices, Inter-School Practices, Scrimmages, and/or Contests, at any PIAA member school in any school year, the student is required to (1) complete a Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation (CIPPE); and (2) have the appropriate person(s) complete the first five Sections of the CIPPE Form. Upon completion of Sections 1 and 2 by the parent/guardian; Sections 3, 4, and 5 by the student and parent/guardian; and Section 6 by an Authorized Medical Examiner (AME), those Sections must be turned in to the Principal, or the Principal's designee, of the student's school for retention by the school. The CIPPE may not be performed earlier than June 1st and shall be effective, regardless of when performed during a school year, until the next May 31st.
* SUBSEQUENT SPORT(S) IN THE SAME SCHOOL YEAR: Following completion of a CIPPE, the same student seeking to participate in Practices, Inter-School Practices, Scrimmages, and/or Contests in subsequent sport(s) in the same school year, must complete Section 7 of this form and must turn in that Section to the Principal, or Principal's designee, of his or her school. The Principal, or the Principal's designee, will then determine whether Section 8 need be completed.
March 11th: First day of Spring sports, practice and try-outs begin
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.
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.
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Families Helping Families
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The WV HSA would like you to know that a group of volunteers is available to help parents and guardians get to WV or a WV event at another LMSD school. If you are in need of a ride for any WV event or meeting, please feel free to contact Amanda Cunningham ( mandeebill@gmail.com or 917-560-9849). If anyone would like to help and be on our volunteer list - please contact me.
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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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District to Present Update on Construction at Welsh Valley and Penn Valley
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The District will host an informational public meeting on proposed classroom expansion at Welsh Valley and Penn Valley on Thursday, February 28 at 7 PM in the Welsh Valley Middle School auditorium. This is an opportunity for the community to hear the latest about the projects, including design considerations and costs.
The LMSD Board of School Directors recently authorized the administration to proceed with planned expansion projects, which include a four-classroom addition at Penn Valley and a 12-classroom addition at Welsh Valley.
To view the proposals voted on by the board and for more information, visit the " Planning for Enrollment Growth" section of the District website. Student enrollment has steadily increased in the District since 1989, and has increased more rapidly in the last five years. Enrollment grew nearly 13% in the period 2008-2012 and is projected to increase another 18% in the next ten years. As a result, several schools are at or nearing capacity and need additional classroom space to accommodate students.
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Film and Facilitated Conversation about
The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia
hosted by CSE
March 5 at 7:30 pm
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The Committee for Special Education of Lower Merion School District a parent-led volunteer organization serving families of students with an IEP, GIEP, and/or 504 Service Agreement invites you to a film and facilitated conversation about The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia, a film by James Redford, on March 5, 2013 at 7:30 pm.
Though up to 20% of students are dyslexic, many pass through school unidentified, misunderstood and performing below their potential. Paradoxically, these disorders are often found in highly intelligent, creative minds, and can also be seen as a gift, because many people with dyslexia naturally think outside the box and see the big picture, finding alternative solutions to problems that others might not see.
This movie is recommended for any parent of a child with a learning difference because it emphasizes both the strengths and challenges that come from learning differences. Director-producer James Redford hopes that the documentary will promote "a broader and better understanding of dyslexia and will help make the world a better place"
for those affected. While the study and treatment of dyslexia has become more widespread, there remains much to be done in dispelling the myths surrounding it, as well as diagnosing and treating those in need.
THE BIG PICTURE: RETHINKING DYSLEXIA had its world premiere at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. http://thebigpicturemovie.com/
Where: To Be Announced*
*Information regarding facilitators and location will be shared in the next flyer
For additional information about this event or the CSE please contact:
Vicki Peetros at vpeetros@comcast.net or
Sheila Kineke at skineke@yahoo.com
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Gladwyne Library Handicap Accessibility Project Informational Meeting - February 27
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The Board of Gladwyne Free Library invites you to an informational meeting regarding the Gladwyne Library Handicap Accessibility Project on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 7:30 pm at the Waverly Heights Auditorium, 1400 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA 19035.
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Local Boy Scout Troop Fundraiser
February 22
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SPAGHETTI PLATTER AND MEATBALL SANDWICH FUNDRAISER
For Boy Scouts Troop 243
Friday, February 22, 2013, 10:30 am - 6 pm
Spaghetti platter $10
Meatball Sandwich $ 9
both include Small salad & can soda/water
Preorder recommended:
Call to place order with Gracie 484- 716-9129
Day of call Zion Baptist Church of Ardmore 610-649-1216
Free delivery or pick up 219 Greenfield Avenue, Ardmore
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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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President
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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