DRAGONBITES
Welsh Valley Middle School
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Weekly Newsletter
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Calendar of Upcoming Events
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Thursday, March 27
- PSSA Testing (Reading & Math - All Grades)
Friday, March 28
- PSSA Testing Make-up
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WV FAMILY DINNER highlighting International Foods! 6-8 pm, WV Cafeteria
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Summer School Registration ends
Monday, March 31
- PSSA Testing Make-up
- ISC/LMSD Special Program - Sleep and the Teenage Brain 7-9 pm (Lower Merion HS) Read More
Tuesday, April 1
- CSE General Meeting @BCMS Library, 6:30 - 7:30 pm: Review LMSD Special Education Subcommittee Plan; 7:30 pm: Presentation by Dr. Marie Lewis, Read more
Tuesday, April 8
- 6th Grade Choral Concert, 7 pm
Wednesday, April 9
- TSA State Conference at Seven Springs (April 9-12)
- 7th Grade Choral Concert, 7 pm
Thursday, April 10
- 8th Grade Choral Concert, 7 pm
Monday, April 14 - Friday, April 18
- All Schools Closed - Spring Break
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Welsh Valley Family Dinner this Fri., 3/28, 6-8 pm @ WV Cafeteria
Come One Come All - Lets celebrate our cultural differences! - Join your WV Family and Friends for an International Dinner this FRIDAY, March 28th from 6pm to 8pm! Enjoy foods donated by YangMing, Primos, Jules Thin Crust and from our own WV families. Yum Yum! Entertainment will include a performance by WolfPac and also a Bollywood Dance.You won't want to miss it. You and your family are also welcome to bring a special cultural food to share or tell us a story that depicts your own unique heritage. See you on Friday in the cafeteria! Any questions contact Mary Copeland at copedem@comcast.net, Cathy Surbeck at csurbeck@gmail.com or Rebecca Segall at rebecca@segalls.com.
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Who Does Not Love Pizza?
Support the Welsh Valley TSA Club. We are fundraising to help our team go to a national competition in Washington, D.C. We already took first place in our regional competition. Please buy a Peace A Pizza(s)--The coupon is good for any pizza and it does not expire! View flyer here.
All order forms should be brought to Main Office-please put form and payment in an envelope marked TSA Pizza. The deadline to order is March 30, 2014. Thank You for your Support !!!!!!
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Summer School Resgistration - deadline is Fri., 3/28
Summer School registration for advanced credit courses runs through Friday, March 28, 2014. The brochure is available online and in the student services offices of the four secondary schools. Payment may be made online or by check. However, the registration must be submitted in person along with proof of payment or checks to any of the four secondary schools during regular school business hours. If you have any questions regarding summer school, please contact Lauren S. Marcuson, the Summer School Principal, at 610-658-3955.
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Spring Clean and Do a Good Deed because the POV students are sponsoring a clothing drive April 2-23:
POV students will be collecting slightly used men's business clothing, shoes, ties, belts etc. for Philadelphia CeaseFire, a non-profit affiliated with Temple's School of Medicine. Stay tuned for more details next week. So start looking in your closets now for items to donate.
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Free Eye Care & Eyeglasses - Sat., 4/12, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
The annual Give Kids Sight Day sponsored by Wills Eye Hospital will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2014 from 8:30 am - 2:00 pm at the Jefferson Medical College Hamilton Building, 10th & Locust Streets, Philadelphia, 19107. Walk-in only, no appointment needed, 2 free SEPTA tokens given to each child. This program is for children (18 years and under) who did have or did not pass an eye screening this year. A parent or guardian must accompany each child. Health insurance accepted but not necessary to receive a free eye exam and glasses. Click here for more details.
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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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HSA Needs Volunteers for 2014-15
Are you interested in getting involved and joining the Welsh Valley HSA Board? We have a Secretary position that is available for any parent who is interested. We also have various school events throughout the year that we'll need help organizing. If you have an hour or two to spare, we would really appreciate your help. Go to www.SignUpGenius.Com to signup to help.
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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 17th:
8th Grade
Nick Anstadt commended by Madame Flexner7th Grade Lexi Lee commended by Ms. Eckrich Caroline Davies commended by Mrs. Vaughan Sarah Desplaces commended by Madame Flexner Nemeisha Meekins commended by Sra. Rudner Mila Lacey commended by the 7B Team Maddie Farrer commended by Mrs. Vaughan 6th Grade
Jonah Remer commended by Madame Infield
Ian Lissack commended by Mrs. Wisser
Monali Zhao commended by Mr. Gari
Graham Branscom commended by Mr. Gari
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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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Spring Sports
Baseball, Lacrosse, Softball, Tennnis, and Track and Field **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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Executive function is a set of skills that the frontal lobe, your motherboard and central processing unit, coordinates related to managing time, attention, remembering details, inhibiting inappropriate speech or behavior, learning from past experiences as related to present actions, switching focus, planning and organizing. Read more on the flyer here. - PLEASE NOTE: Prior to the meeting, beginning at 6:30 pm, ShaVon Savage, the District's Administrator for Special Student Programs, will review the District's proposed Special Education Plan. This will give parents/guardians the opportunity to review the plan and also participate in a short focus group session regarding the larger Comprehensive Plan.
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Harriton Theatre Company Presents Godspell, Thurs., 4/3-Sat.,4/5, Harriton (Aud)
Harriton Theatre Company Presents Godspell, Thurs., 4/3-Sat., 4/5, Harriton (Aud) Godspell, the beloved musical from Stephen Schwartz, the Grammy® and Academy Award®-winning composer of Wicked, has returned! This irresistibly exuberant new production will make you a believer in the power of musical theater. Enjoy one of the most enduring shows of all time as it comes to Harriton High School in a brand new and up-to-date, intimate, one-of-a-kind production. Performances take place on: Thursday, 4/3, 8 pm; Friday, 4/4, 7 pm; Sat., 4/5, 2 pm and 7 pm. Buy tickets at htc.tix.com
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Parents Night Out - Sat., 4/5, 6:00-9:30 pm
LMHS staff and student volunteers will provide babysitting service for children ages 4-11, featuring a fun-filled night of board games, open gym, arts & crafts, nail painting, movies and more. Cost is $25 or one child, $40 for two. Read more and spread the word to families who might be interested. Parents must fill out an online registration form to register their child.
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"Heathful Tips" from the LMSD Wellness Council
Happy National Nutrition Month!
March is a great month to encourage children to eat healthy foods! One of the ways LMSD elementary schools will be celebrating is by holding Go for the Greens March 24 - April 1 (specific dates are listed on the menu).
Students will also be treated to a fun nutrition lesson called Rainbow on my Plate highlighting the role that different colored fruits and vegetables play in the spectrum of good health. How can you encourage healthier meals? Count how many colors of fruits and vegetables you can eat in one day. How many can you eat in one week?
For ideas and recipes check out: http://www.eatingwell.com/
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Updates 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 2/26 letter to families. Watch for further updates as the year progresses.
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 "Sleep and the Teenage Brain" - Mon., 3/31, 7-9 pm @ LMHS
Please join us for a special joint ISC and LMSD presentation by nationally renowned expert Dr. Judith Owens on Monday, March 31st, 7 - 9 pm at Lower Merion High School. Dr. Owens was recently featured in a New York Times article on the topic -- "To Keep Teenagers Alert, Schools Let Them Sleep In" (March 14, 2014). The ISC is excited to co-sponsor what promises to be an informative and relevant program for parents of both elementary and secondary age children. One of the topics to be discussed is flipping starting times for elementary and high schools. More information can be found in the attached flyer. If you have any questions about the program, please contact ISC Co Presidents Amy Norr ( norrmetz@verizon.net) or Deb Rocco ( drocco@roccolaw.com).
View the flyer for this event.
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Save the date: "State of the School District" - Mon., 5/13, 9:30 am
Tuesday, May 13th, 9:30 am - Dr. McGinley, LMSD Superintendent, will join us for his semi-annual presentation and conversation
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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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Book Swap to Build a Library - Sun., 3/30, 2-4 pm
On Sunday, March 30, from 2:00-4:00pm, there will be a used book swap at Main Point Books, 1041 West Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr. For a $5 donation, you can bring in one or more gently used books and swap them for other donated books. Organized by Kayla Finn, a Welsh Valley Middle School student, all proceeds from the event will be donated to Room to Read, a globally recognized charity that promotes literacy and education equality for girls. Kayla is hoping to raise enough money to build a school library in a rural village in India. Unclaimed books will be donated to local libraries. For more information, email ellenfinn@gmail.com.
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Belmont Hills Library is looking for vendors for their annual Community Festival and Flea Market - Sat., 5/3, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm (rain date Sat., 5/10)
The event will be held on the grounds around the Belmont Hills Public Library. Vendors may sell flea market items, original artwork, handmade crafts and any other items approved by the Library. Spaces are $25. The application deadline is April 24. Proceeds from the event benefit the Belmont Hills Public Library. If you have any questions or would like a copy of the Vendor Application, please contact danjamie@hotmail.com. View flyer here.
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1st Annual A Better Chance Lower Merion 5K Run Sunday, April 18, 2014 9:00 am at the Cynwyd Heritage Trail in Bala Cynwyd Time: Check-in starts at 8:00 AM, race begins at 9:00 AM Location: Cynwyd Heritage Trail, Barmouth Trailhead at Levering Mill Rd. Parking: Barmouth Trailhead, Bala Cynwyd Playground and Cynwyd Station Prices: $20.00/adult, $12.00/student, $55.00/family all registration costs include a free t-shirt This event will raise money to provide educational opportunity to academically gifted, economically challenged minority male students attending Lower Merion High School. Our goal for the program is designed to increase the educational achievement amongst outstanding young men through our in-house tutoring and mentoring program. The students, young men who are successfully attending high school, attend four years of school while receiving support from host families, committed academic advisors and in-house tutors. Read more and register at http://www.abclowermerion.com. Link to flyer.
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 Lower Merion (EFLM) 6th Annual "Run for Our Schools" The sixth annual Education Foundation of Lower Merion "Run for Our Schools" will take place on Sunday, June 8, at 9:00 a.m. This community-wide event starts and ends at the Harriton High School stadium and includes a 5K run, a 1.5-mile walk, a "Track Trot" for the youngest children, and a Fitness Fair. Prizes will be awarded for top individuals overall and by age group in the 5K, and a participation trophy will be awarded to the LMSD school with the greatest number of overall participants (including volunteers). The first 150 registrants receive a Run t-shirt. Proceeds benefit the Education Foundation's grants program in our public schools. Business and individual sponsorships are available; for more information, or to register for the event, see www.educationfoundationoflm.org . View flyer here. Click here for brochure. |
C-MITES Weekend Workshops - Sat., 5/10
C-MITES is once again offering Weekend Workshops at Lower Merion High School this spring. Classes include Adventures in Physics, Bubbleology, American Math Idol, Game Design for Minecraft, Incredible Anatomy, Pathology 101, Playing with Probability, Tangram Math, WeDo Robotics, and Wonderful Writing Workshop,
These challenging, hands-on classes are designed for academically-talented students in grades K-9. Classes meet from 9am-noon or 1-4pm on Saturday, May 10th. Parent sessions will also be offered - One Size Does Not Fit All and Gender Issues in Educating Gifted Students. For more information or to register online, click here. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and financial aid is available.
C-MITES (Carnegie Mellon Institute for Talented Elementary Students), based at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, has offered challenging and fun classes for gifted students for more than 20 years.
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The Starfish Project for Children in Grades K-12
Have a look at a great, new non-profit that is run by a Lower Merion Community parent for students K-12 living in Lower Merion/Narberth! Check it out and enter your child to be recognized by the Starfish Project for Children. For more information please go to www.thestarfishprojectforchildren.org.
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Lower Merion Summer Basketball Camp - Registration Now Open!
Registration is now open for the Lower Merion Summer Basketball Camp which will take place June 23-27 in the Kobe Bryant Gymnasium at Lower Merion High School. Join three-time Coach of the Year Gregg Downer, current Aces' players, NCAA alumni, professional players, and some of the area's best instructors for a week of action-packed skill development and fun! Register today at http://aceshoops.com/camp. Link to flyer.
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Rams Baseball Summer Camp
Sign up today to improve your fielding, throwing, situational hitting, pitching, base running and more! Signups are limited! 16 & under camp - June 23-27, 2014, 8am until noon 12 & under camp - July 21-25, 2014, 8 am until noon Cost: $175 per week For sign-ups and questions contact us at: Matt Rowley 610-858-3954 Scott Kurzinsky 484-889-6265 rams4040baseball@gmail.comCamps are located at Harriton High School 600 North Ithan Avenue, Rosemont, PA 19010 Checks payable to: "RAMS BASEBALL"
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Narberth Athletic Association Baseball On-line Registration Now Open - ages 5-19 yrs
The NAA Cal Ripken Baseball League has the following divisions: Tee Ball (5 & 6 yrs. old), Rookies (7 & 8 yrs. old), Minors (9 & 10 yrs. old), Majors (11 & 12 yrs. old). Click here to view flyer.
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Narberth American Legion Baseball Teams
Summer Baseball for the following divisions: PREP Legion (13 yr. old), Sandlot (14 yr. old), Jr. Legion (15 yr. old) & Sr. Legion (16 to 19 yrs. old). Tryouts for each will be held in March/April. Please visit www.NarberthAA.com for more information or email NarberthAA@gmail.com
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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 Baseball & Softball - Ages 5-16 - Spring Registration now Open
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 - 11:55 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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