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MARCH
Friday, March 15
- All School Social (WV Gym) 7 - 9 pm
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
APRIL
Tuesday, April 9
- ISC General Meeting 9:30 am
Friday, April 12
- BC/WV Combined Middle Schools Dance at BC 7-9 pm
Wednesday, April 17
- TSA Conference at Seven Springs
Thursday, April 18
- HSA Meeting
- TSA Conference at Seven Springs
Friday, April 19
- TSA Conference at Seven Springs
Saturday, April 20
- TSA Conference at Seven Springs
Tuesday, April 23
- 6th grade Choral Concert 6 pm
- 7th grade Choral Concert 7:30 pm
Thursday, April 25
- 8th grade Choral Concert 7 pm
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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 March 4th.
8th grade
Yohann Rurange
Maxwell Koerner
Caleb Roca
7th grade Liza Cohen Lilly Hoffman Sarah Yerger Carmen Schuldt Kincaid O'Hara Liana Haigh Mason Gray 6th grade Anna Wolverton Reilly Short
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Attention Sixth Grade Parents!
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Is your son or daughter interested in the Waterbound Program for the 2013-2014 school year?
If so, 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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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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TSA Open House - March 21
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TSA will be holding an open house on Thursday, March 21 for the families of all team members from 3:30 until 4:15. No RSVP is necessary. Please report to the tech ed rooms upon arrival at Welsh Valley.
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Summer School Registration ends 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. Summer School registration for advanced credit ends on Friday, March 22, 2013. Registration forms are available in Student Services. The Summer School brochure is available online. Registration is done at any of the four secondary schools. There is also an online payment option this year as well! If you have questions, please contact the Summer School Principal, Lauren S. Marcuson at 610-658-3955.
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Winter Season Sportsmanship Awards
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Our 7th Grade Girl's Basketball team (led by Coach Gari) came in 1st place for last season's Continental League Sportsmanship Voting!  The work that Coach Gari puts in during the season is nothing less than amazing. It's awesome that his team was rewarded for one of their many accomplishments. Our entire winter sports coaching staff showed tremendous dedication and hard work throughout the season. Their willingness to always go above and beyond expectations made a tremendous impact in the lives of our student athletes well beyond athletics. This hard work and dedication also helped Welsh Valley bring home 3rd place in the "overall" category! Congratulations, coaches & players! Our certificates and plaque will arrive shortly.
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Attention Parents of 8th Grade Football Players Going to Harriton High School
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There will be a parent meeting to meet the new football coaching staff on Tuesday, March 19th at 7:30 p.m. in the Large Group Instruction room at Harriton High School.
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Spring Athletics - 7th & 8th Grade
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Spring Sports Begin March 11th, practice and tryouts begin.
Boys 7th & 8th Grade
Baseball
Lacrosse
Tennis
Track & Field
Girls 7th & 8th Grade
Lacrosse
Softball
Track & Field
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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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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5th to 6th Grade Transition Information
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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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LMSD Policy No. 816 Web Content Development and Hosting
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Dear Parents and Guardians:
Lower Merion School District is continuously moving forward with the introduction and implementation of new technology. With all new technology, however, consideration must be given to its use to ensure that student privacy and safety are at the forefront.
Lower Merion School Dietrict has recently adopted a new policy titled Web Content Development and Hosting. This policy requires District employees to notify parents and guardians if their student is being directed to a website that possesses one or more ofthe following characteristics:
- The student is required by the teacher to register to use the website;
- The website permits two-way communication between students or between students and employees;
- The website will be used to post student work that will be assessed.
It is important to note that not every website your student may be asked to use requires notification to parents and guardians. A good example of a website that does not require notification is a website that simply provides academic resources to your student.
The implementation of this policy has started recently and will take several months to be fully employed due to the necessary training of District employees. Therefore, you may receive a larger than normal amount of correspondence from teachers via memorandum or email sharing with you the teachers' use of websites with your student. This correspondence serves two purposes: one, the exciting methods that technology is being integrated into your student's curriculum and instruction; and two, the implementation of Policy 816, Web Content Development and Hosting.
If you have any questions regarding this new policy, please Contact George Frazier at 610-645-1925 or frazier@lmsd.org.
Sincerely,
George Frazier
Director of Information Systems
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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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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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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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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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School Board Meeting: Option for Future High School Enrollment Issues
Monday, March 18 at 8 pm in the DAO Board Room
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Dr. McGinley will present an option for addressing future high school enrollment issues. Among the proposed actions is an expansion of the current walk zone, and having LMHS utilize classroom spacein the Administration Building. For background on high school enrollment projections, click here for Dr. McGinley's presentation from the March 4, 2013 Policy Meeting.
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Creating Safe and Welcoming Schools Conference - March 22 at Arcadia University
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LMSD Superintendent Dr. Christopher McGinley and Lisa Ruzzi, Cynwyd Elementary Guidance Counselor, will be presenting at the Creating Safe and Welcoming Schools Conference on March 22, 2013 at Arcadia University, in Glenside, PA. This conference will bring together school professionals, high school, and families to share their experiences creating safe, welcoming, and affirming K-12 spaces for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/gender nonconforming, and questioning) students. For more information and to register go to www.arcadia.edu/safeandwelcomingschools. Registration ends March 15th.For questions, please contact Dr. Graciela Slesaransky-Poe at SlesaranskyPoe@arcadia.edu.
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Are you looking for a break from your kids? Are your kids looking for a break from you? We're here to help! Just drop your kids off at Lower Merion High School. Your kids will be entertained and you'll have some time to yourself for less than what it would cost to hire a babysitter! (Proceeds benefit the Class of 2015.)
What: A fun night filled with movies, board games, open gym, arts & crafts and more. LM Staff as well as student volunteers will supervise the event.
When: Saturday, April 6th 6:00pm- 9:30pm
Where: Lower Merion High School
(Drop off & pick up at the main entrance on Montgomery Ave.)
The cost: $25.00 for 1 child
$40.00 for 2 children
$50.00 for 3 children
$5.00 for each additional child
(For children aged 4 to 11)
*Parents must fill out & sign the consent and registration form to register their child. A copy of this form is available at http://tinyurl.com/nightoutregistration3 (If you will be carpooling, please be sure that each child has a form signed by his/her parent.)
*Please go to: http://tinyurl.com/ParentsNight2 to complete a survey to help place your child in an activity group for the evening.
*Email Eric Lynn (lynner@lmsd.org ) or Jill Knight (knightj@lmsd.org ) with any questions or concerns or for a copy of the consent and registration form.
*Payment is due on April 6th. Cash or check accepted- please make checks payable to LMHS. (If this cost presents a hardship please contact Eric Lynn or Jill Knight to make special arrangements.)
*Walkups are welcome but parents must complete the consent and registration form.
*Light snacks will be provided but please be sure that your child eats dinner before arriving.
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Adam Spector '99 Walk set for April 13
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The 5th Annual Adam Spector Walk to Win is set for 10 AM on Saturday, April 13th at Harriton High School. Register for the event, which benefits Hodgkin's research, at The Adam R. Spector Foundation website, www.adamspector.org. Adam was the valedictorian of the Class of 1999 at Harriton High School. He passed away from Hodgkin's lymphoma in April 2007 at the age of 25. Adam's last request to his parents was to fund money for Hodgkin's research. His vision was fulfilled through the establishment of the The Adam R. Spector Foundation. Foundation grants have supported the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Texas Children's Hospital at Baylor College of Medicine. The Foundation strives to improve the outcome of the patients who relapse from Hodgkin's and those who have refractory Hodgkin's. Please take a moment to look at the new website to learn about Adam, who battled Hodgkin's with much courage and strength. He was and continues to be an inspiration to the entire LMSD community.
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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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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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Summer Writing and Reading Enrichment Programs Registration
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Lower Merion School District, in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Writing and Literature Project, is offering Summer Writing and Reading Enrichment Programs for students of all ages. Students will gain confidence in their reading and writing abilities while focusing on brainstorming, prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, reading response activities and more. Classes are available the weeks of July 8-19 and July 22-August 2; space is limited. Read more.
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Tickets for Harriton Night at the Phillies
Saturday, May 5
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Saturday, May 5th - Harriton Night at Phillies
Limited Tickets Available - Deadline to order is Thursday, April 18th!
Harriton Music Dept Featured and Benefits Harriton Alumni '93 Kyle Helton
Link to flyer
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Green Council of LMSD - Meeting Schedule
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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 dates for the rest of this school year follow:
4/3/13 5/8/13
For more information, please contact Joseph Mudd, Director, Green Council of LMSD, at MuddJ@lmsd.org
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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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