DRAGONBITES
Welsh Valley Middle School
Home and School Association
Weekly Newsletter
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Calendar of Upcoming Events
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Thursday, February 20
- 5th to 6th Grade Transition Meeting for Parents (AUD) 9 am & 6 pm
- Meeting for Parents of Prospective Grade 6 Special Education Students (AUD) 10 am & 7 pm
Friday, February 21
- HSA Fun Friday (more details below)
Saturday, February 22
- Schuylkill Valley Area Band Rehearsal at Radnor MS 9 am-3 pm
Monday February 24
- HSA General Meeting (Aud) 7-8 pm -Counselors speak on stress & building character (more details below)
Tuesday, February 25
- Schuylkill Valley Area Band Rehearsal at Radnor MS 10:15 am-3 pm
- College Readiness for 8th Grade Families (HH AUD) 7-9 pm
Thursday, February 27
- Schuylkill Valley Area Band Rehearsal at Radnor MS 10:15 am-3 pm
Friday, February 28
- Schuylkill Valley Area Band Concert at Radnor MS 8 pm
Saturday, March 1
- Schuylkill Valley Area Band Concert (Snow Date) at Radnor MS 8 pm
Wednesday, March 5
- 5th to 6th Grade Parent Transition Meeting 9 am
Saturday, March 8
Monday, March 10
- Spring Sports Begin - CIPPE Forms Due
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Principal Advisory Committee
The Principal Advisory Committee is looking for a parent volunteer to replace an outgoing member who served as a representative on behalf of parents of children who are new to the district (e.g. their child student did not attend a LMSD elementary school). Principal Advisory Committee members will meet monthly with Mr. Hall and a group of faculty representatives from 3:15-4:15pm. If you are interested, please contact Mary Ann Fusaro at fusarom@lmsd.org by Friday, February 21st.
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Welsh Valley 2013-14 Yearbook, Order by Fri., Feb. 28 to Receive Discount Price
Due to the ridiculous weather this winter, we have extended the early order discount period for yearbooks until Friday, February 28th. You now can order the Welsh Valley Yearbook at the discount price of $28.00 until February 28, 2014. After that, you will have to wait until June to purchase the book for the full price of $35.00. Order envelopes are available at school or you can order on line.  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 4.) Enter student information 5.) Enter Credit card information
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Fun Friday - Fri., Feb. 21
Fun Friday is scheduled for Feb. 21st after school. It is a Free event sponsored by the HSA. All WV students are invited to stay after school on Friday 2/21. Students will go directly to the cafeteria after school and be treated to pizza and pretzels and then will participate in an activity. After the activities, the students will take the late buses home. Sign ups for the activities will take place next Tues. and Wed. during lunches. If you would like to help volunteer for this event, please contact: kassieabrams2@yahoo.com
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HSA General Meeting - Counselors speak on stress & building character - Mon., Feb. 24 7-8pm (WV Aud)
WVMS is striving to help students deal with the increase in stress that our students are facing today as well as ways in which to improve and build their character; hear how at the HSA general meeting on February 24th from 7-8pm in the WV auditorium. Our School counselors, Social Worker and mental health specialists will talk about the supports and programs that are in place for our students and answer your questions.
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Career Fair for 8th Grade Students:
Welsh Valley Counselors are holding our annual Career Fair for 8th Grade students on Wednesday, May 21st from 8:15 am to 9:45 am. We are looking for presenters for that day. If you are interested please call or email Ms. Pitts 610-658-3925 pitts@lmsd.org. Read more.
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Arts Club
Arts Club is an after school club that is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grade student who has an interest in art. Ability level does not matter! The Arts Club meets every Tuesday after school in E-204, from 3:15 to 4:15. Students must sign up to attend outside of room E-204 or A-104 before 1:30 pm on the day of club. Sponsors - Ms. Cassidy, Ms. Rendler & Mr. Vaughan
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 Welsh Valley Middle School Presents:
Once on this Island Jr.
@Welsh Valley Middle School Auditorium
Thursday, March 13, 2014 7:00 PM Friday, March 14, 2014 7:00 PM Saturday, March 15, 2014 2:00PM Ticket Price: $5/person You may pay by cash or by a check/money order made out to "Welsh Valley Middle School". Please do not send money to the Office. Advance ticket sales will begin Tuesday, February 18, 2014 and end Tuesday, March 11, 2014 only during 1st period homeroom in E104 (Mrs. Porter's room) and in the link (between the A and B buildings) with Mrs. Branscome. Those who purchase tickets in advance will be able to be seated between 6:00PM-6:15PM 3/13 & 3/14 and 1:00-1:15 3/15. Doors will open for everyone else at 6:30PM 3/13 & 3/14 and at 1:30PM 3/15. Tickets will also be sold at the door. |
HSA Needs Volunteers
We have various school events that need volunteers. Please go to www.SignUpGenius.Com to signup to help. Attention Parents with a Green Thumb - Volunteer Meeting - Feb. 26, 3:10-4:15pmWe are looking for volunteers to join our Campus Beautification Committee and help organize, design and plant flowers in our new planters and throughout the school. Volunteers will be working with the WV Green Team students. The first meeting is February 26th at 3:10-4:15pm. If you are interested, please contact Nanette Taraya-Vonk at ntarayavonk@comcast.net or click the following link: www.SignUpGenius.Com
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8th Grade Parent Transition Presentation
Please find the 8th Grade Parent Transition Presentation from January 9, 2014 here.
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Special Education Transition Presentation
To view a copy of the Special Education Transition presentation to parents and guardians of 8th grade students, click here.
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Welsh Valley Athletics - Go Dragons
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Important Athletic Dates for Spring Sports
March 3rd - Spring Sport Athletic Fair during 10th period - All interested 7th & 8th grade students should plan on attending the spring sports meeting during 10th period. March 10th - All sports tryouts and practices begin at 3:15. **All PIAA forms must be turned in to Kim Petty in Main Office before students are allowed to try out or practice! Visit the WV athletics webpage for more information on schedules and forms.
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LMSD Strategic Plan: Opportunity to Participate in ISC Focus Group
On Tuesday, March 11th from 9:30AM to 11 AM at the Academy Building (adjacent to BCMS), the ISC is inviting all parents and guardians to be part of the district's long range planning process and to help define LMSD's future. Dr. Wagner Marseille, Assistant Superintendent, will be presenting various issues and objectives of the district and soliciting feedback from all who attend. Topics to be discussed will include:
- What will the high schools look like in 10 years?
- What new technology is coming to the classroom?
- What is fundamental to our district's culture and what should we change?
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ISC presents: Sleep and the Teenage Brain - Mon., 3/31, 7-9 pm @ LMHS
The Interschool Council and Lower Merion School District invite you to attend "Sleep and the Teenage Brain" on Monday, 3/31 from 7 - 9 pm at Lower Merion High School. - Why do teenagers have such trouble getting up in the morning? - How can we use our knowledge of teenagers' unique sleep patterns to help our teens be healthier? - How much sleep do teenagers need? How much do they actually get? - How is sleep related to physical/mental health as well as academic success? - Is starting high school later the way to go? What are other communities doing in this regard? Sleep expert Dr. Judith Owens will address these and other important questions during the program. Judith Owens, MD, MPH, is an internationally recognized authority on children and sleep. She is the Director of Sleep Medicine at Children's National Medical Center and Professor of Pediatrics at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Owens is co-author of "Take Charge of Your Child's Sleep: The All-in-One Resource for Solving Sleep Problems in Kids and Teens." Small group discussions led by LMSD administrators will follow the presentation. All parents/guardians are invited to attend. View the flyer for this event.
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Revisions to 2013-14 Academic Calendar
The District has revised the 2013-14 academic calendar due to multiple, weather-related school cancellations this winter. For details, see Superintendent Christopher McGinley's 2/7 letter to families. Watch for further updates as the year progresses.
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ISC Executive Committee Openings for 2014
There are four open positions on the ISC Executive Committee for the upcoming year. Nominations are being accepted through 2/28/14. For more information about the mission of the ISC, its role and activities, and the open positions, please go to ISC pages of the LMSD website found under "Community -- Parent Organizations" tab.
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NBS Gala Faculty Recital
The Nelly Berman School of Music will host its annual Gala Faculty Recital and International Delicacies Reception on Saturday, February 22nd at 7pm at St. Luke United Methodist Church in Bryn Mawr. To purchase your tickets, please go to www.nbsmusic.com. For more information please email the Nelly Berman School at nbsmusic@comcast.net or call 610-896-5105.
All proceeds will benefit Nelly Berman Classical Music Institute, a non-profit organization which provides merit-based scholarships to talented and hard-working students whose dedication and passion advances the traditions of classical music in our society.
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Show off your stuff! If you are a LM resident or LM library card holder enter your art work, photography and crafts at the Gladwyne Library. This is open to Adults and children and youths. Call 610-527-1819 for more informaton or email annesfoote@yahoo.com. Click here to view flyer.
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Wolf Performing Arts Center Presents Camp Summer Stock for Grades 9-12
June 30-July 25, 2014 1 to 4 PM at Harriton High School
The new Wolf High program for rising 9th-12th graders offers 4 weeks of focused actor training led by one of Wolf PAC's expert teaching artists. Performers will spend their afternoons in workshops and rehearsals in Harriton High School's Black Box Theatre.
Click here to view flyer.
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Lower Merion Little League Spring registration now open for Baseball & Softball. For Ages 5-16 years old. Visit www.lmll.org to register and for more information. Limited spots available. All players must be residents of LM Township, the Borough of Narberth or attend school in the Township. Season runs from early April to mid-June. Link to flyer
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Ashbee Lacrosse - Boys 1st-8th grades - Register now for 2014
The Ashbee Lacrosse Club is for boys in 1st-8th grades residing in Lower Merion Township. For more information go to www.ashbeelax.org
Link to fllyer
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RESOURCES: Contact information and links
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School Hours: 8:20 am - 3:05 pm
Early Dismissal: 8:20 am - 11:5 am Welsh Valley Administration
| MAIN OFFICE | | 610-658-3920 | | PRINCIPAL | Mr. Christopher Hall | | | ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS | Ms. Sarah Stout | | | | Mr. Scott Weinstein | | | COUNSELORS | | | | 6th Grade | Mr. Josh Gansky | | | 7th Grade | Mrs. Beth Cooke | | | 8th Grade | Mr. Boris Oden | | | SCHOOL NURSE | Kathy Bromley | | ABSENTEE, LATENESS &
ARRIVAL HOTLINE | | 610-658-3946 | | DAILY ACTIVITIES HOTLINE | | 610-658-3901 | | SCHOOL CLOSING NUMBER | | 302 | | WELSH VALLEY OFFICE | | | | Principal's Secretary | Mrs. Mary Ann Fusaro | | | Attendance | Mrs. Cheryl Campbell | | | Guidance | Mrs. Sherri Pitts | | | Athletics | Mrs. Kim Petty | | | Scheduling Secretary | Mrs. Lori Davies | | | TRANSPORTATION | | 610-645-1940 |
Reminder: WV is not permitted to issue bus passes to students. This is a transportation policy, which is written in the WV student handbook. Please know that this policy is in place for safety reasons and is in the best interest of all students. WVMS Home and School Association (HSA) 2013-14
Co-Presidents: Lynn Hertzfeld & Nanette Taraya-Vonk
Co-Vice Presidents: Ellen Finn & Rebecca Segall
Secretary: Yaz Rosner
Co-Treasurers: Bill Cook & Aliza Remer
President Emeritus/Member at Large: Kiki McKendrick
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