RVES News and Notes 12.10.21

Cheers to 2021

 

SCHOOL NEWS:

A perfect way to recognize your child's teacher before the holidays is to give them a shout out!  Go here: https://forms.gle/4zzghYgTb8MjH5jP9

Advanced Academic Level IV Screening:  Forms are due December 15th go here: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs or email Melissa Slye at moslye@fcps.edu.

Winter Break:  School and office will be closed from December 20 - December 31.  

Thank you PTA:  Thanks to the PTA for purchasing a "Choose Happiness" shirt for all of our teachers and for providing a nice breakfast at our recent staff gathering.

 

PTA NEWS:

TEACHERS’ FAVORITE THINGS: The PTA sent a survey to our teachers and staff to find out about their favorite things and make shopping for holiday gifts a little easier.  Click the link below for everyone's responses! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/168bM-jDdlh8d8R8GVY8aAI_u7zowz9Bz6nZZBtVtIYU/edit?usp=sharing 

AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES! PTA sponsored after-school classes are just around the corner! Register online using the links below. Please be aware that some classes will not run if there are insufficient students. If this is the case, your money will be refunded. For scholarship information, or to apply for a scholarship, please contact Dr. Boland as soon as possible.For any questions, please contact the PTA’s After-School Programs Coordinator, Lisa Callahan, at: lisa.callahan27@gmail.com

 

Zumba: Grades K-6 (Registration open now)

WEDNESDAYS 4:05 – 5:05  Cafeteria 1/12, - 3/23 = 8 classes $105 (none missed) 

Details Here: Kids in Motion Flyer Link

Register: novakidsinmotion.com

 

Basketball / Flag Football Combo: Grades K-3 (Registration open now)

MONDAYS 4:05 - 5:05 Gym 1/10 - 3/21 = 8 classes $105 (no class 1/17, 1/24, 2/21)

Details Here: Kids in Motion Flyer Link

Register: novakidsinmotion.com

 

Chess Wizards: Grades 1-5 (Registration open now)

TUESDAYS 8:10 - 9:10  Library 2/21- 3/29 = 9 classes $135

Details Here: Chess Wizards Flyer Link

Register: chesswizards.com  

 

Girls on the Run Team: Grades 3-6 (Registration opens 2/7)

MONDAYS & FRIDAYS  4:00 - 5:30 Field 3/7 - 5/22 =22 sessions $175 (discounts available; see flyer.)

Details Here: Girls on the Run Flyer Link

Register. gotrnova.org

 

RunFit Kidz: Grades 2-6 (Registration opens 2/16)

FRIDAYS 7:45 - 9:00 Field  3/25- 5/20 = 8 sessions $99

Details Here: RunFit Kidz Flyer Link

Register: runfitkidz.com  

 

CALLING ALL ASPIRING YOU TUBERS!  Would your student like to record a 15-30 second video to help promote one of our upcoming spirit events (Bertucci’s, etc.)? If so, email Corey Boone, the PTA's Spirit Events Chairperson, at boone.corey@gmail.com for details - note that videos will be posted on RVES social media platforms and/or sent out via email.

Papa John's 40/10 Give Back! EVERY Wednesday during the 2021-2022 school year, you can receive 40% off all menu prices at Papa John's - plus, Rolling Valley will receive 10% of the proceeds! Simply use the code RVES4010 when you order online or by phone.  Offer is valid through 6/8/22 at Papa John's in West Springfield.  

 

BOX TOPS and AMAZON SMILE: The PTA’s easiest fundraisers!

  •     Box Tops (www.boxtops4education.com): Collect and bring them to school or download the app and simply scan your store receipt.
  •     Amazon Smile (smile.amazon.com): Log in to the website with your usual Amazon account and designate Rolling Valley Elementary School as your preferred charity for rewards.

You don’t need to be a member of the RVES family to use these fundraisers, so family, friends and neighbors can help too!