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MARCH
Thursday, March 7
- WV - School Play - Music Man 7 pm
Friday, March 8
- WV - School Play - Music Man 7 pm
Saturday, March 9
- WV - School Play - Music Man 2 pm
Monday, March 11
- Spring Sports begin - CIPPE Forms Due
Tuesday, March 12
- ISC General Meeting 9:30 am (Academy Bldg)
Friday, March 15
Monday, March 25
- All Schools CLOSED Spring Break - Admin Offices Open
Tuesday, March 26
- All Schools CLOSED Spring Break - Admin Offices Open
Wednesday, March 27
- All Schools CLOSED Spring Break - Admin Offices Open
Thursday, March 28
- All Schools CLOSED Spring Break - Admin Offices Open
Friday, March 29
- All Schools CLOSED Spring Break - Admin Offices Closed
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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 25th.
8th grade
Emma Arrondeau 7th grade Adam Fagan Taylor Johnson Blaise Maguire 6th grade Cristina Hoog Huda Almidan
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Reminder to Parents of 8th Graders Regarding PSSA
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On Monday, March 11th and Tuesday, March 12th all 8th grade students will be taking the PSSA Writing Test.
· Please remind students to get a good night's rest and eat a healthy breakfast.
· Attendance is a priority during testing and it is important that you are on time each day!
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Attention Sixth Grade Parents!
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You will soon be receiving a packet containing information on the Waterbound program. Many of you may be familiar with the program, now in its 19th year. In addition, Tuesday or Thursday of next week, your sixth grader will visit the Waterbound classroom for an overview of the class.
If your child is interested in the program for the 13-14 school year, a parent MUST attend one of the following meetings* at which time a full explanation of the program will be given and applications will be distributed.
TUESDAY March 19th 9:25-10:05 A.M.
WEDNESDAY March 20th 7:00-8:00 P.M.
THURSDAY March 21st 12:30-1:30 P.M.
THIS IS THE ONLY WAY TO GET AN APPLICATION, with the following exception:
- If an older son or daughter was a member of Waterbound from 2009-to the current year, it is not necessary to attend one of our meetings. Just have your child stop by for an application.
All meetings will be held in the Waterbound Classroom (A-108) in the "link building" (the area between the 7th and 8th grade buildings).
If you find that none of these meeting times fit into your schedule, please contact one of us by Friday, March 22nd 3:00 PM to set up an alternative time to come in and review the program. Our email addresses:
raidym@lmsd.org - Mrs. Raidy
vsoskej@lmsd.org - Mr. V'Soske
Applications will be accepted in A-108, the Waterbound classroom. The deadline for turning in applications is FRIDAY, APRIL 5TH - 8:20 A.M.
We look forward to meeting many of you at one of our information sessions and to sharing the unique experiences we offer to our students.
Marybeth Raidy and John V'Soske
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Counselor's Corner - Internet Safety
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We wanted to share with you a few of the latest social media websites and apps that we are hearing about around school. It is important to know what your kids are accessing online. Although these sites may not be intended to do harm, we know that when misused, bullying and other negative consequences can occur.
Snapchat is an app for the iPhone that many students are using. It allows you to send an image to another person that has a "self-destruct" timer attached so that the image will be deleted after a certain amount of time. This can give the sender a false sense that the image sent cannot be captured and saved by the recipient. This article gives a good summary and warning about this app:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/josephsteinberg/2013/02/11/a-warning-about-snapchat-teenagers-and-online-photo-sharing/
Instagram is also something that is quite popular amongst our students at this time. This is a site that you can post your own pictures to your account and others can comment on them, which can lead to negative and hurtful comments.
Spillit.me is another website that allows people to post anonymously about one another. It says to "join spillit to find out what others think about you". We have already had some students report that this is being used to express inappropriate and negative thoughts about others. It has also been reported that you can write about anyone even if that person does not have an account.
Other sites to continue to monitor facebook, tumblr, twitter and youtube
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Music Man - Tickets and Show Times
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"Welsh Valley Middle School will be performing "The Music Man" on March 7th and 8th at 7pm and March 9th at 2pm. Tickets are $5 dollars and can be purchased at the door. There is no reserved seating.
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Welsh Valley All Grade Social - March 15
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The Welsh Valley all school social is on Friday, March 15th, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm in the Welsh Valley School gym. It will be a fun-filled evening with a DJ, dancing, basketball and games. Snacks and refreshments will be served.
Wristbands are $5 per student in advance and $6 at the door. For advance sales, wristbands will be sold during lunch starting on Wednesday, March 13th through Friday, March15th. This social is for Welsh Valley students only, please no guests.
All students will be supervised by Welsh Valley staff and parent volunteers.
Parents and Guardians are expected to arrive promptly at 9:00 pm to pick up students in front of the school gym at the Hagys Ford Road loop.
If you are interested in volunteering to help, please contact Lynn Hertzfeld at lhertzfeld@gmail.com.
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5th to 6th Grade Transition Information
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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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WV Directories
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Due to great popularity, we have run a second printing of the WV Directories. If you need additional copies - or you have lost your copy - they are available in the office for $10.00, while the supplies last.
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Summer School Registration through March 22
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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. Summer School registration started March 1, and runs through March 22. Registration is done at any of the four secondary schools. Payment may be made by check or by credit card (online only). Any questions, please call Lauren S. Marcuson, Summer School Principal at 610-658-3955.
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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 March dates and times clubs will be meeting at Welsh Valley.
 March Activities Calendar - Use link for larger version March Intramural and Activities Calendar Click here for more information about WV Student Activities. Always check the Welsh Valley Hotline for up-to-date information regarding before and after school program cancellations or changes. 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 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. Back to Top
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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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Lower Merion High School Jazz Festival
Friday, March 8
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Featuring: 9 Local High School Jazz Bands
Date: March 8, 6:00 - 11:00 pm
Ticket Prices: $10/adult, $7/student, $25/family
Please join us for a fun musical evening and support our talented high school musicians. Dinner and snacks available for sale.
Click here for flyer.
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Interschool Council Meeting
Tuesday, March 12 at 9:30 am
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The next ISC General meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at 9:30 a.m., at the Academy Building (next to Bala Cynwyd Middle School).
Topic: Guidance Counseling
Speakers will include Rich Marta, Supervisor of School Counseling, Holistic Supports and Testing, as well as an elementary, middles and high school counselor. All parents and guardians are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
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buildOn Benefit
March 15
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The Jones Family Talent Show
to Benefit buildOn Trek to Haiti
The Buoniconti Fund
March 15, 2013
Lower Merion High School Auditorium
7:00-9:00 pm
Tickets: $10/person
Or $30 for a family of four
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Register for EFLM's Run for Our Schools
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The Education Foundation of Lower Merion's Fifth Annual Run for Our Schools is set for Sunday, June 9th at 9 AM at Harriton High School. The event includes a 5K run, a 1.5M Fun Walk, a Track Trot for children ages 7 and under and a Fitness Fair. For more information, including sponsorship and registration, visit www.educationfoundationoflm.org.
The Run for Our Schools is a popular, family-oriented event that brings students, staff, parents and friends together from across the community. Last year, more than 300 people participated. Proceeds directly benefit educational programs in our schools.
Run for Our Schools Brochure
Run for Our Schools Flyer
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Internet Safety/Cyber Bullying Presentation for Secondary Parents - April 24 at 7 pm
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Are you a parent of a middle school or high school student who would like to learn more about Internet Safety and Cyberbullying? The PA Attorney General's Office will host a presentation in the LMHS auditorium on April 24th at 7 PM about keeping our children safe and away from internet child predators and cyberbullying. Come join the LMSD community to learn more about these topics.
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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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Dragonbites is published every Thursday during the school year. New submissions should be emailed by noon on Tuesday to WVDragobites@gmail.com in order to be included in Thursday's email edition. Dragonbites is intended to publish news and announcements related to Welsh Valley Middle School and the Lower Merion School District. An 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.
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.
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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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