Weekly Announcements

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, March 10th, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, March 10^th – First Day of Trimester 3

Spring Musical Dress Rehearsal 5:30 – 8:30 pm

Tuesday, March 11^th – Spring Musical Dress Rehearsal 5:30 – 8:30 pm

PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

Thursday, March 13^th – Spring Musical Performance 7:00 pm Tickets $7 for adults $5 for students and seniors

Friday, March 14^th – Spring Musical Performance 7:00 pm Tickets $7 for adults $5 for students and seniors

Saturday, March 15^th – Spring Musical Performances 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm Tickets $7 for adults $5 for students and seniors

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, March 10^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-up’s”

Tuesday, March 11^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-up’s”

Wednesday, March 12^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, March 13^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B”

Friday, March 14^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mrs. Hanson: Any unclaimed lost and found items will be donated to a local charity after school on Wednesday, March 12^th.

 

Greetings VMSS community:

We are very excited to be hosting our second Polar Plunge at Valley Middle School of STEM!

Date: Wednesday, April 30^th

Time: Jump time starting period 3, around 10:00 am.  Before school check in.

Where: Valley Middle School, west side of building

 

Please see the VMSS Polar Plunge Information 2025 google slide for more information and how to register.

Who is ready to jump this year?!  Our goal this year is to get 100 participants.

Click here to register.  Students can register individually or as a team and fundraise for our Eagle Pals program at VMSS as well as Special Olympics of Minnesota programming. 

Any questions, see Mrs. Walberg, 8^th grade counselor. 952-431-8312, tracy.walberg@district196.org

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, March 10^th, 17th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

From AVHS: 2025 AVHS Eagle Academy information for 8^th grade students: Registration will open on February 5th and will close on May 30th. A great opportunity for upcoming 9^th graders to learn about AVHS, meet teachers and other students!

For students utilizing district transportation, the deadline to register is May 1st. Additionally, space is limited to 20 students per session, and we will be offering three different sessions this year.

For more information and to register, see link: AVHS Eagle Academy (Free summer Camp for incoming 9^th graders) and flyer below.

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Open Conversations: Empowering Parents to Talk with Your Kids About Vaping and Cannabis Use

Tue | Mar 4 | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | Free | EVHS

 

Puzzle Competition Teams of Four, ages 10+
Sat | Mar 8 | 10:00 a.m.-noon | $49 | BHMS

 

Wings of Fire Workshop (ages 7-16)
Sat | Mar 15 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $55 | FRMS

 

“Greased Lightning” Line Dance

Tue | Mar 18 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | $15 | VMS

 

Youth/Adult Bowling League at Bogarts (adult and child ages 7+)
Sat | Mar 22- Apr 19 | 9:00-11:00 a.m. | 5 sessions | $219/pair | Bogart’s Entertainment Center

 

Junior Lifeguarding (ages 11-14)
Mon-Thu | Mar 24-27 | 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $175 | FRMS

 

Water Safety Aide (ages 13+)

Mon-Thu | Mar 24-27 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | $215 | FRMS

 

Storybook Theatre – The Little Mermaid (ages 6-18)
Mon-Sat | Mar 24-29 | *10:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m. | 6 sessions | $149 | FRMS
*additional times for performances
Fewer than five spots left!

 

Horse Camp (ages 4-18)
Tue & Wed | Mar 25 & 26 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | 2 sessions | $250 | Cornerstone on the Vermillion Horse Complex

 

Karate and Mixed Martial Arts-Kick Boxing (ages 6-adult)
Tue & Thu | Apr 1-May 1 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 10 sessions | $129 | WV

 

Symphony (grades 8-12)
Tue | Apr 1-May 20 | 5:00-6:00 p.m. | 8 sessions | $105 | SHMS & Christ Church

 

Fencing Team (grades 6-12)
Wed | Apr 2-May 21 | 7:35-8:35 p.m. | 7 sessions | $115 | RMS

 

Beyonce “All the Single Ladies” Line Dance
Tue | Apr 8 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | $15 | VMS

 

Eggrolls and Samosas (adult and child ages 5-15)

Thu | Apr 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $65/pair+$20 supply fee | FRMS

Fewer than five spots left!

 

Code Championship Tournament – Virtual Computer Coding Competition (grades 3-9)
Sat | Apr 19-May 19 | 9:00-11:00 a.m. | 4 sessions | Live Online

 

Conquer Ninja Spring Rec Team (ages 8-13)
Mon | Apr 28-Jun 23 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 8 sessions | $199 | Conquer Ninja Gyms

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, March 3rd, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Wednesday, March 5^th – PTO Meeting 5 pm - No School Due to Inclement Weather

Thursday, March 6^th – Last Day of Tri 2

Friday, March 7^th – NO SCHOOL

District 196 Middle School Honor Band @ EVHS

Saturday, March 8^th – Spring Musical Dress Rehearsal 9am – 3pm

Monday, March 10^th – First Day of Trimester 3

Spring Musical Dress Rehearsal 5:30 – 8:30 pm

Tuesday, March 11^th – Spring Musical Dress Rehearsal 5:30 – 8:30 pm

PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

Thursday, March 13^th – Spring Musical Performance 7:00 pm Tickets $7 for adults $5 for students and seniors

Friday, March 14^th – Spring Musical Performance 7:00 pm Tickets $7 for adults $5 for students and seniors

Saturday, March 15^th – Spring Musical Performance 2:00 pm Tickets $7 for adults $5 for students and seniors

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, March 3^rd – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F”

Tuesday, March 4^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G and Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, March 5^th – No School Due to Inclement Weather

Thursday, March 6^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H”

Friday, March 7^th – NO SCHOOL

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

Greetings VMSS community:

We are very excited to be hosting our second Polar Plunge at Valley Middle School of STEM!

Date: Wednesday, April 30^th

Time: Jump time starting period 3, around 10:00 am.  Before school check in.

Where: Valley Middle School, west side of building

 

Please see the VMSS Polar Plunge Information 2025 google slide for more information and how to register.

Who is ready to jump this year?!  Our goal this year is to get 100 participants.

Click here to register.  Students can register individually or as a team and fundraise for our Eagle Pals program at VMSS as well as Special Olympics of Minnesota programming. 

Any questions, see Mrs. Walberg, 8^th grade counselor. 952-431-8312, tracy.walberg@district196.org

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, March 3^rd, 10^th, 17th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

From AVHS: 2025 AVHS Eagle Academy information for 8^th grade students: Registration will open on February 5th and will close on May 30th. A great opportunity for upcoming 9^th graders to learn about AVHS, meet teachers and other students!

For students utilizing district transportation, the deadline to register is May 1st. Additionally, space is limited to 20 students per session, and we will be offering three different sessions this year.

For more information and to register, see link: AVHS Eagle Academy (Free summer Camp for incoming 9^th graders) and flyer below.

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Open Conversations: Empowering Parents to Talk with Your Kids About Vaping and Cannabis Use

Tue | Mar 4 | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | Free | EVHS

 

Puzzle Competition Teams of Four, ages 10+
Sat | Mar 8 | 10:00 a.m.-noon | $49 | BHMS

 

Wings of Fire Workshop (ages 7-16)
Sat | Mar 15 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $55 | FRMS

 

“Greased Lightning” Line Dance

Tue | Mar 18 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | $15 | VMS

 

Youth/Adult Bowling League at Bogarts (adult and child ages 7+)
Sat | Mar 22- Apr 19 | 9:00-11:00 a.m. | 5 sessions | $219/pair | Bogart’s Entertainment Center

 

Junior Lifeguarding (ages 11-14)
Mon-Thu | Mar 24-27 | 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $175 | FRMS

 

Water Safety Aide (ages 13+)

Mon-Thu | Mar 24-27 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | $215 | FRMS

 

Storybook Theatre – The Little Mermaid (ages 6-18)
Mon-Sat | Mar 24-29 | *10:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m. | 6 sessions | $149 | FRMS
*additional times for performances
Fewer than five spots left!

 

Horse Camp (ages 4-18)
Tue & Wed | Mar 25 & 26 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | 2 sessions | $250 | Cornerstone on the Vermillion Horse Complex

 

Karate and Mixed Martial Arts-Kick Boxing (ages 6-adult)
Tue & Thu | Apr 1-May 1 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 10 sessions | $129 | WV

 

Symphony (grades 8-12)
Tue | Apr 1-May 20 | 5:00-6:00 p.m. | 8 sessions | $105 | SHMS & Christ Church

 

Fencing Team (grades 6-12)
Wed | Apr 2-May 21 | 7:35-8:35 p.m. | 7 sessions | $115 | RMS

 

Beyonce “All the Single Ladies” Line Dance
Tue | Apr 8 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | $15 | VMS

 

Eggrolls and Samosas (adult and child ages 5-15)

Thu | Apr 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $65/pair+$20 supply fee | FRMS

Fewer than five spots left!

 

Code Championship Tournament – Virtual Computer Coding Competition (grades 3-9)
Sat | Apr 19-May 19 | 9:00-11:00 a.m. | 4 sessions | Live Online

 

Conquer Ninja Spring Rec Team (ages 8-13)
Mon | Apr 28-Jun 23 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 8 sessions | $199 | Conquer Ninja Gyms

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, February 24th, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, February 24^th – Winter III Sports Begin

Wednesday, March 5^th – PTO Meeting 5 pm

Thursday, March 6^th – Last Day of Tri 2

Friday, March 7^th – NO SCHOOL

District 196 Middle School Honor Band @ EVHS

Saturday, March 8^th – Spring Musical Dress Rehearsal 9am – 3pm

Monday, March 10^th – First Day of Trimester 3

Spring Musical Dress Rehearsal 5:30 – 8:30 pm

Tuesday, March 11^th – Spring Musical Dress Rehearsal 5:30 – 8:30 pm

Thursday, March 13^th – Spring Musical Performance 7:00 pm

Friday, March 14^th – Spring Musical Performance 7:00 pm

Saturday, March 15^th – Spring Musical Performance 2:00 pm

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, February 24th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A”

Tuesday, February 25th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B and Tuesday 1”

Wednesday, February 26^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C and Wednesday 2”

Thursday, February 27th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D”

Friday, February 28^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “E”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

Greetings VMSS community:

We are very excited to be hosting our second Polar Plunge at Valley Middle School of STEM!

Date: Wednesday, April 30^th

Time: Jump time starting period 3, around 10:00 am.  Before school check in.

Where: Valley Middle School, west side of building

 

Please see the VMSS Polar Plunge Information 2025 google slide for more information and how to register.

Who is ready to jump this year?!  Our goal this year is to get 100 participants.

Click here to register.  Students can register individually or as a team and fundraise for our Eagle Pals program at VMSS as well as Special Olympics of Minnesota programming. 

Any questions, see Mrs. Walberg, 8^th grade counselor. 952-431-8312, tracy.walberg@district196.org

 

From AVHS: 2025 AVHS Eagle Academy information for 8^th grade students: Registration will open on February 5th and will close on May 30th. A great opportunity for upcoming 9^th graders to learn about AVHS, meet teachers and other students!

For students utilizing district transportation, the deadline to register is May 1st. Additionally, space is limited to 20 students per session, and we will be offering three different sessions this year.

For more information and to register, see link: AVHS Eagle Academy (Free summer Camp for incoming 9^th graders) and flyer below.

 

District 196 Club Middle School Rugby

Middle School Rugby registration is open for boys and girls living in the ISD 196 and surrounding areas, open to grades 5-8. No experience is necessary! This will begin as a non-contact program and evolve into contact for those who are ready. Rugby is a great sport for all kids, regardless of body style as there is a place for everyone. For those who play football, rugby is a great way to learn safe tackling skills.

 

FREE TRY RUGBY – join us on Saturday, March 1^st from 1-2PM at the West St. Paul Dome.

 

Full middle school practices begin in early April, however 7^th and 8^th graders are encouraged to attend our pre-season high school sessions, which begin immediately after the TRY RUGBY event noted above.

 

Registration links and additional details can be found at www.eaasports.org/rugby. Players need not be registered to attend the TRY RUGBY event.

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 540 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, February 24^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

District 196 is seeking future teachers for its Grow Your Own (GYO) program! Starting Fall 2025, the fourth cohort will receive scholarships, mentorship, and professional development for three years toward earning their first teaching degree with a Tier 3 teaching license.

Eligible candidates are people of color or American Indian people who are:

• Unlicensed staff, 
• Contracted substitute teachers who have been working in District 196 for at least one year, or
• Teachers with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 teaching license who want to pursue a Tier 3 teaching license.

 

They plan to attend/are enrolled in one of the following institutions:

• Bethel University, 
• Concordia - St. Paul, 
• Metropolitan State University, 
• University of St. Thomas, or
• Southwest Minnesota State University. 

Interested candidates can attend the Informational Zoom session on February 18, 2025 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Email yen.huynhvue@district196.org for Zoom link. 

They can complete the application process by March 25, 2025:

1. Complete the Application Form (tinyurl.com/bp728p8y).  
2. Set up a 30-minute interview using SignUp Genius (tinyurl.com/us6fa3z8). 
3. Request two references each to complete a Reference Form (tinyurl.com/yc4rjsnw). 

 

If you or someone you know is interested in the District 196 Grow Your Own - Adult Pathway Program, visit the GYO webpage (www.district196.org/GYO) or contact Yen Huynh-Vue at 651-423-7941 or yen.huynhvue@district196.org. 

 

Summer opportunity for students who are in grades 7 -9 grade this year: Camp Invention Leaders in Training Program. www.invent.org/lit

 

Week 1 July 7^th – 10th

Week 2 July 14^th – 17th

Week 3 July 21^st – 24^th

Location: Silverbell Learning Center – Eagan (Area Learning Center)

Pricing starts at $175.00 a week

Questions? Kimberly.caldie@district196.org

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 423 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, February 17th, 2025

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, February 10^th – Monday, February 24^th – Winter III Sports Sign-up’s – 8^th grade Boys Basketball and Boys and Girls Swimming for students in grades 6,7, and 8^th.

Monday, February 17^th – NO SCHOOL – President’s Day

Tuesday, February 18^th – NO SCHOOL – Staff Development Day

Friday, February 21^st – Winter II Sports End

Monday, February 24^th – Winter III Sports Begin

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, February 17th – NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, February 18th – NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, February 19^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, February 20th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G”

Friday, February 21^st – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Jotter: Sign-up’s are now open for Winter III Sports until Monday, February 24^th at 3:00 pm. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER FEBRUARY 24TH. Winter sports III consists of 8^th grade Boys Basketball, Boys and Girls Swimming for students in 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th grade. In order to sign-up for sports, students must have a current sports physical on file with the school. (They are good for 3 years). Parents must sign-up for sports on Edu Trak Connect. Any questions please talk to Mr. Jotter.

 

From AVHS: 2025 AVHS Eagle Academy information for 8^th grade students: Registration will open on February 5th and will close on May 30th. A great opportunity for upcoming 9^th graders to learn about AVHS, meet teachers and other students!

For students utilizing district transportation, the deadline to register is May 1st. Additionally, space is limited to 20 students per session, and we will be offering three different sessions this year.

For more information and to register, see link: AVHS Eagle Academy (Free summer Camp for incoming 9^th graders) and flyer below.

 

District 196 Club Middle School Rugby

Middle School Rugby registration is open for boys and girls living in the ISD 196 and surrounding areas, open to grades 5-8. No experience is necessary! This will begin as a non-contact program and evolve into contact for those who are ready. Rugby is a great sport for all kids, regardless of body style as there is a place for everyone. For those who play football, rugby is a great way to learn safe tackling skills.

 

FREE TRY RUGBY – join us on Saturday, March 1^st from 1-2PM at the West St. Paul Dome.

 

Full middle school practices begin in early April, however 7^th and 8^th graders are encouraged to attend our pre-season high school sessions, which begin immediately after the TRY RUGBY event noted above.

 

Registration links and additional details can be found at www.eaasports.org/rugby. Players need not be registered to attend the TRY RUGBY event.

 

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 423 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, February 24^thwith Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

District 196 is seeking future teachers for its Grow Your Own (GYO) program! Starting Fall 2025, the fourth cohort will receive scholarships, mentorship, and professional development for three years toward earning their first teaching degree with a Tier 3 teaching license.

Eligible candidates are people of color or American Indian people who are:

• Unlicensed staff, 
• Contracted substitute teachers who have been working in District 196 for at least one year, or
• Teachers with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 teaching license who want to pursue a Tier 3 teaching license.

 

They plan to attend/are enrolled in one of the following institutions:

• Bethel University, 
• Concordia - St. Paul, 
• Metropolitan State University, 
• University of St. Thomas, or
• Southwest Minnesota State University. 

Interested candidates can attend the Informational Zoom session on February 18, 2025 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Email yen.huynhvue@district196.org for Zoom link. 

They can complete the application process by March 25, 2025:

1. Complete the Application Form (tinyurl.com/bp728p8y).  
2. Set up a 30-minute interview using SignUp Genius (tinyurl.com/us6fa3z8). 
3. Request two references each to complete a Reference Form (tinyurl.com/yc4rjsnw). 

 

If you or someone you know is interested in the District 196 Grow Your Own - Adult Pathway Program, visit the GYO webpage(www.district196.org/GYO) or contact Yen Huynh-Vue at 651-423-7941 or yen.huynhvue@district196.org. 

 

Summer opportunity for students who are in grades 7 -9 grade this year: Camp Invention Leaders in Training Program. www.invent.org/lit

 

Week 1 July 7^th – 10th

Week 2 July 14^th – 17th

Week 3 July 21^st – 24^th

Location: Silverbell Learning Center – Eagan (Area Learning Center)

Pricing starts at $175.00 a week

Questions? Kimberly.caldie@district196.org

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 423 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Eastview Lightning Boys Volleyball Skills and Competition Clinic (boys, grades 6-8)

Sun | Feb 9-23 | 1:00-3:00 p.m. | 3 sessions | $60 | VMS

 

Adventures in Dungeons & Dragons™ (grades 6-12, adults welcome too!)

Thu | Feb 13-Mar 20 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | 6 sessions | $120 | FRMS

 

Karate and Mixed Martial Arts-Kick Boxing (ages 6-adult)

Tue & Thu | Feb 18-Mar 20 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 9 sessions | $105 | WV

 

Allegro Choral Academy (grades 6-9 – Bel Canto)

Thu | Feb 20-May 8 | 6:20-8:00 p.m. | 12 sessions | $155 | EVHS

 

Skyhawks Advanced Volleyball (ages 9-12)

Sat | Feb 22-Mar 15 | 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | 4 sessions | $89 | DR

 

Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)

Mon | Feb 24-Mar 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW

 VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, February 10th, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, February 10^th – Monday, February 24^th – Winter III Sports Sign-up’s – 8^th grade Boys Basketball and Boys and Girls Swimming for students in grades 6,7, and 8^th.

Tuesday, February 11^th – PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

Friday, February 14^th – 7^th grade party 2:45 pm – 4:45 pm

7^th Grade Career Fair in the morning

Monday, February 17^th – NO SCHOOL – President’s Day

Tuesday, February 18^th – NO SCHOOL – Staff Development Day

Friday, February 21^st – Winter II Sports End

Monday, February 24^th – Winter III Sports Begin

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, February 10th – Brown Day Band Lesson Day is “C”

Tuesday, February 11th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D and Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, February 12^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “E and Wednesday 2”

Thursday, February 13th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-up’s”

Friday, February 14^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-up’s”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

Greetings from VMSS PTO!

Reminder that the 7th grade party is this Friday, February 14th from 2:45-4:45 at VMSS. Permission slips are due Wednesday, Feb. 12th! Digital copy here: 7th Grade Permission Slip 2025

We are still in need of parent volunteers!https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-54052699-7thgrade

Questions? Contact Jen Sluiter or Laura Becker at becker.lauraanne@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support!

VMSS PTO

 

From Mr. Roseen: Our next NJHS meeting will take place Thursday, Feb 13^th at 7:20AM in Mr. Roseen’s room.  Please see Mr. Roseen with any questions.

 

From Mr. Jotter: Sign-up’s are now open for Winter III Sports until Monday, February 24^th at 3:00 pm. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER FEBRUARY 24TH. Winter sports III consists of 8^th grade Boys Basketball, Boys and Girls Swimming for students in 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th grade. In order to sign-up for sports, students must have a current sports physical on file with the school. (They are good for 3 years). Parents must sign-up for sports on Edu Trak Connect. Any questions please talk to Mr. Jotter.

 

From AVHS: 2025 AVHS Eagle Academy information for 8^th grade students: Registration will open on February 5th and will close on May 30th. A great opportunity for upcoming 9^th graders to learn about AVHS, meet teachers and other students!

For students utilizing district transportation, the deadline to register is May 1st. Additionally, space is limited to 20 students per session, and we will be offering three different sessions this year.

For more information and to register, see link: AVHS Eagle Academy (Free summer Camp for incoming 9^th graders) and flyer below.

 

District 196 Club Middle School Rugby

Middle School Rugby registration is open for boys and girls living in the ISD 196 and surrounding areas, open to grades 5-8. No experience is necessary! This will begin as a non-contact program and evolve into contact for those who are ready. Rugby is a great sport for all kids, regardless of body style as there is a place for everyone. For those who play football, rugby is a great way to learn safe tackling skills.

 

FREE TRY RUGBY – join us on Saturday, March 1^st from 1-2PM at the West St. Paul Dome.

 

Full middle school practices begin in early April, however 7^th and 8^th graders are encouraged to attend our pre-season high school sessions, which begin immediately after the TRY RUGBY event noted above.

 

Registration links and additional details can be found at www.eaasports.org/rugby. Players need not be registered to attend the TRY RUGBY event.

 

From Mr. Staum:  D&D Update: D&D Club will NOW ONLY BE ON MONDAYS for the rest of the school year - thank you! - Mr. Staum

 

From Mrs. Hanson: Students please check the lost and found for any lost clothing, lunch bags, water bottles, etc. All clothing will be donated to a local charity on February 10^th. All lunch bags and water bottles will be thrown away.

IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO LOOK FOR LOST ITEMS.

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 423 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, February 10^th, 24^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

District 196 is seeking future teachers for its Grow Your Own (GYO) program! Starting Fall 2025, the fourth cohort will receive scholarships, mentorship, and professional development for three years toward earning their first teaching degree with a Tier 3 teaching license.

Eligible candidates are people of color or American Indian people who are:

• Unlicensed staff, 
• Contracted substitute teachers who have been working in District 196 for at least one year, or
• Teachers with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 teaching license who want to pursue a Tier 3 teaching license.

 

They plan to attend/are enrolled in one of the following institutions:

• Bethel University, 
• Concordia - St. Paul, 
• Metropolitan State University, 
• University of St. Thomas, or
• Southwest Minnesota State University. 

Interested candidates can attend the Informational Zoom session on February 18, 2025 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Email yen.huynhvue@district196.org for Zoom link. 

They can complete the application process by March 25, 2025:

1. Complete the Application Form (tinyurl.com/bp728p8y).  
2. Set up a 30-minute interview using SignUp Genius (tinyurl.com/us6fa3z8). 
3. Request two references each to complete a Reference Form (tinyurl.com/yc4rjsnw). 

 

If you or someone you know is interested in the District 196 Grow Your Own - Adult Pathway Program, visit the GYO webpage (www.district196.org/GYO) or contact Yen Huynh-Vue at 651-423-7941 or yen.huynhvue@district196.org. 

 

Summer opportunity for students who are in grades 7 -9 grade this year: Camp Invention Leaders in Training Program. www.invent.org/lit

 

Week 1 July 7^th – 10th

Week 2 July 14^th – 17th

Week 3 July 21^st – 24^th

Location: Silverbell Learning Center – Eagan (Area Learning Center)

Pricing starts at $175.00 a week

Questions? Kimberly.caldie@district196.org

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 423 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Eastview Lightning Boys Volleyball Skills and Competition Clinic (boys, grades 6-8)

Sun | Feb 9-23 | 1:00-3:00 p.m. | 3 sessions | $60 | VMS

 

Adventures in Dungeons & Dragons™ (grades 6-12, adults welcome too!)

Thu | Feb 13-Mar 20 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | 6 sessions | $120 | FRMS

 

Karate and Mixed Martial Arts-Kick Boxing (ages 6-adult)

Tue & Thu | Feb 18-Mar 20 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 9 sessions | $105 | WV

 

Allegro Choral Academy (grades 6-9 – Bel Canto)

Thu | Feb 20-May 8 | 6:20-8:00 p.m. | 12 sessions | $155 | EVHS

 

Skyhawks Advanced Volleyball (ages 9-12)

Sat | Feb 22-Mar 15 | 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | 4 sessions | $89 | DR

 

Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)

Mon | Feb 24-Mar 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW

 

 

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, February 3rd, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, February 3^rd – AVHS Course Registration window closes at 11:59 pm for current 8^th graders

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Tuesday, February 4^th – Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Wednesday, February 5^th – Parent/Teacher Conferences 3- 5 pm – Sign-up online for an appointment

PTO Meeting 5:00 pm room 201 – Front Fab Lab

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Thursday, February 6^th NO SCHOOL Parent/Teacher Conferences 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Sign-up online for an appointment

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Friday, February 7^th – NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, February 11^th – PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

 

Sign up for Conferences on the VMSS Website: www.vmss.district196.org/families/conferences

Website closes at 11 pm on Tuesday, February 4^th for Wednesday Conferences and at 11 pm on Wednesday, February 5^th for Thursday conferences.

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, February 3rd – Gold Day Band Lesson Day is “Make-up’s”

Tuesday, February 4th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A and Tuesday 1”

Wednesday, February 5^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, 6th – NO SCHOOL

Friday, 7^th – NO SCHOOL

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Staum:  D&D Update: D&D Club will NOW ONLY BE ON MONDAYS for the rest of the school year - thank you! - Mr. Staum

 

Greetings from VMSS PTO!

Reminder that the 7th grade party is February 14th from 2:45-4:45 at VMSS. Permission slips are DUE Feb. 12th! Digital copy here: 7th Grade Permission Slip 2025

 

Volunteers needed! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-54052699-7thgrade

Questions? Contact Jen Sluiter or Laura Becker at becker.lauraanne@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support!

VMSS PTO

 

From Mrs. Hanson: Students please check the lost and found for any lost clothing, lunch bags, water bottles, etc. All clothing will be donated to a local charity on February 10^th. All lunch bags and water bottles will be thrown away.

IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO LOOK FOR LOST ITEMS.

 

From Mrs. Martin: Please mark your calendar- the Scholastic Book Fair returns to VMSS the week of Monday, February 3-Thursday, February 6th! This includes conferences on the evening of Wednesday, February 5th and all day Thursday, February 6th. Thanks for all you do to support our readers!

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 372 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, February 3^rd, 10^th, 24^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

8^th grade parents & students, important high school course registration reminders:

-Please check with your student about their course selections, this can be viewed using their Ipad and the Infinite Campus app.

-The courses that are SAVED in the Academic Planning tab is what will be used in making their 9^th grade class schedule.

-The registration window closes at the end of the day on Monday, February 3^rd at 11:59 pm.

-Use the instructional video to complete their 9^th grade course registration or connect with Mrs. Walberg for assistance.  More course registration information for AVHS can be reviewed on their Registration Information website.

-Any questions or requests, please don’t hesitate to connect with Mrs. Walberg, 8^th grade counselor at VMSS or AVHS counselors.

 

Safety and security: building our future

This safety flyer was shared with parent and teacher leaders on Jan.14. 

 

 

Hello Everyone,

The VMSS PTO needs your help! 

At the upcoming VMSS February 6th conferences we will be providing a hot and tasty soup meal for all teachers and staff. 

 

We are looking for food donations, supply donations (plates, napkins, etc.), and volunteers to help out. 

If making food donations please note we do have some teachers who are gluten-free and/or vegetarian, so any items that fit this criteria will be especially appreciated by those particular teachers! Please label your item if it does meet any dietary restrictions. When you sign up, just let us know what you will be bringing so we can hopefully avoid duplicates. Some of the classics (i.e., Chicken Noodle, Chili, etc.) we will want a couple. The teachers and staff appreciate this so much!

Please Note: all items can be dropped off at school no later than 3:30 pm on Thursday, February 6th, but they can be dropped off earlier in the day. Please label your items (serving utensils and dishes, crock pots, etc.). Utensils and serving dishes can be picked up after 6:45 pm or on Monday.

To Sign Up for Food or Supply Donations or to Volunteer click here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-52760122-vmss

 

Thank you in advance for your support and help. If any questions please let us know at vmsspto@gmail.com.

Kind Regards,

VMSS PTO Board

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 372 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Kung Fu: Beginner, White and Yellow Belt (ages 5-adult)

Mon | Jan 27-Mar 17 | 6:30-7:00 p.m. | 7 sessions | $79 | CP

Additional class dates available!

 

Eastview Lightning Boys Volleyball Skills and Competition Clinic (boys, grades 6-8)

Sun | Feb 9-23 | 1:00-3:00 p.m. | 3 sessions | $60 | VMS

 

Adventures in Dungeons & Dragons™ (grades 6-12, adults welcome too!)

Thu | Feb 13-Mar 20 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | 6 sessions | $120 | FRMS

 

Karate and Mixed Martial Arts-Kick Boxing (ages 6-adult)

Tue & Thu | Feb 18-Mar 20 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 9 sessions | $105 | WV

 

Allegro Choral Academy (grades 6-9 – Bel Canto)

Thu | Feb 20-May 8 | 6:20-8:00 p.m. | 12 sessions | $155 | EVHS

 

Skyhawks Advanced Volleyball (ages 9-12)

Sat | Feb 22-Mar 15 | 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | 4 sessions | $89 | DR

 

Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)

Mon | Feb 24-Mar 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, January 27th, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Saturday, February 1^st – Declam Meet at Northfield M.S. – 9am

Monday, February 3^rd – AVHS Course Registration window closes at 11:59 pm for current 8^th graders

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Tuesday, February 4^th – Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Wednesday, February 5^th – Parent/Teacher Conferences 3- 5 pm – Sign-up online for an appointment

PTO Meeting 5:00 pm room 201 – Front Fab Lab

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Thursday, February 6^th Parent/Teacher Conferences 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Sign-up online for an appointment

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Friday, February 7^th – NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, February 11^th – PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, January 27th – Brown Day Band Lesson Day is “E”

Tuesday, January 28^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F and Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, January 29^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G and Wednesday 2”

Thursday, January 30^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H”

Friday, January 31^st – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-up’s”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mrs. Hanson: Students please check the lost and found for any lost clothing, lunch bags, water bottles, etc. All clothing will be donated to a local charity on February 10^th. All lunch bags and water bottles will be thrown away.

IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO LOOK FOR LOST ITEMS.

 

From Mrs. Martin: Please mark your calendar- the Scholastic Book Fair returns to VMSS the week of Monday, February 3-Thursday, February 6th! This includes conferences on the evening of Wednesday, February 5th and all day Thursday, February 6th. Thanks for all you do to support our readers!

 

Greetings from VMSS PTO! We would like to invite all 7th grade students to celebrate as a class with a grade level party!

 

When: Friday, February 14th 2:45pm to 4:45pm

Where: Valley Middle School

Cost: $10 (cash or check payable to VMSS PTO).

 

Details: We are having a carnival themed party this year! Pizza, chips, cookies, and beverages will be provided. Play carnival games and win candy, prizes, & raffle tickets to be entered into a VMSS swag giveaway. We will also have ping pong, basketball, volleyball, bingo, & a craft room.

 

Permission slips will be handed out during advisory TODAY and are due February 12th! Digital Copy also available here: 7th Grade Permission Slip 2025

 

Volunteers needed! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-54052699-7thgrade

Questions? Contact Jen Sluiter or Laura Becker at becker.lauraanne@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support!

VMSS PTO

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 372 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, January 27^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Safety and security: building our future

This safety flyer was shared with parent and teacher leaders on Jan.14. 

 

8^th grade parents & students, important high school course registration reminders:

-This week, AVHS counselors came to give instructions on how to complete the 9^th grade course registration on Infinite Campus.

-Please check with your student about their course selections, this can be viewed using their Ipad and the Infinite Campus app.

-The courses that are SAVED in the Academic Planning tab is what will be used in making their 9^th grade class schedule.

-The registration window closes at the end of the day on Monday, February 3^rd at 11:59 pm.

-If your student was absent, they can use the instructional video to complete their 9^th grade course registration or connect with Mrs. Walberg for assistance.  More course registration information for AVHS can be reviewed on their Registration Information website.

-Any questions or requests, please don’t hesitate to connect with Mrs. Walberg, 8^th grade counselor at VMSS or AVHS counselors.

 

 

Hello Everyone,

The VMSS PTO needs your help! 

At the upcoming VMSS February 6th conferences we will be providing a hot and tasty soup meal for all teachers and staff. 

 

We are looking for food donations, supply donations (plates, napkins, etc.), and volunteers to help out. 

If making food donations please note we do have some teachers who are gluten-free and/or vegetarian, so any items that fit this criteria will be especially appreciated by those particular teachers! Please label your item if it does meet any dietary restrictions. When you sign up, just let us know what you will be bringing so we can hopefully avoid duplicates. Some of the classics (i.e., Chicken Noodle, Chili, etc.) we will want a couple. The teachers and staff appreciate this so much!

Please Note: all items can be dropped off at school no later than 3:30 pm on Thursday, February 6th, but they can be dropped off earlier in the day. Please label your items (serving utensils and dishes, crock pots, etc.). Utensils and serving dishes can be picked up after 6:45 pm or on Monday.

To Sign Up for Food or Supply Donations or to Volunteer click here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-52760122-vmss

 

Thank you in advance for your support and help. If any questions please let us know at vmsspto@gmail.com.

Kind Regards,

VMSS PTO Board

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 372 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Kung Fu: Beginner, White and Yellow Belt (ages 5-adult)

Mon | Jan 27-Mar 17 | 6:30-7:00 p.m. | 7 sessions | $79 | CP

Additional class dates available!

 

Safety and Self-Defense (ages 10-15)

Wed | Jan 29 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | $55 | DHMS

 

Eastview Lightning Boys Volleyball Skills and Competition Clinic (boys, grades 6-8)

Sun | Feb 9-23 | 1:00-3:00 p.m. | 3 sessions | $60 | VMS

 

Adventures in Dungeons & Dragons™ (grades 6-12, adults welcome too!)

Thu | Feb 13-Mar 20 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | 6 sessions | $120 | FRMS

 

Karate and Mixed Martial Arts-Kick Boxing (ages 6-adult)

Tue & Thu | Feb 18-Mar 20 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 9 sessions | $105 | WV

 

Allegro Choral Academy (grades 6-9 – Bel Canto)

Thu | Feb 20-May 8 | 6:20-8:00 p.m. | 12 sessions | $155 | EVHS

 

Skyhawks Advanced Volleyball (ages 9-12)

Sat | Feb 22-Mar 15 | 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | 4 sessions | $89 | DR

 

Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)

Mon | Feb 24-Mar 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, January 20th, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, January 20^th – NO SCHOOL – Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Wednesday, January 22^nd – No school due to extremely cold temperatures

Wednesday, January 22^nd – 8^th Grade Parent/Guardian Night at Apple Valley High School at 6:00 pm in the Theatre

Thursday, January 23^rd – AVHS Counselors visit to VMSS 8^th grade Global Studies classes to complete online course registration for 9^th grade courses.

Saturday, January 25^th – Declam Meet at Falcon Ridge M.S. – 9am

Saturday, February 1^st – Declam Meet at Northfield M.S. – 9am

Monday, February 3^rd – AVHS Course Registration window closes at 11:59 pm for current 8^th graders

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Tuesday, February 4^th – Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Wednesday, February 5^th – Parent/Teacher Conferences 3- 5 pm – Sign-up online for an appointment

PTO Meeting 5:00 pm room 201 – Front Fab Lab

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Thursday, February 6^th Parent/Teacher Conferences 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Sign-up online for an appointment

Scholastic Bookfair in the Library

Friday, February 7^th – NO SCHOOL

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, January 20th – NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, January 21^st – NO SCHOOL DUE TO EXTREMELY COLD TEMPS

Wednesday, January 22^nd – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, January 23^rd – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C”

Friday, January 24^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 372 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

From Mr. Staum: Attention VMSS Dungeons & Dragons Club Members! 

But here's a reminder after we come back from winter break: NO DnD until Monday January 27th, 2025 is when we start up again. (NO D&D on 1/20 because of MLK Day/no school).

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, January 27^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Safety and security: building our future

This safety flyer was shared with parent and teacher leaders on Jan.14. 

 

Hello Everyone,

The VMSS PTO needs your help! 

At the upcoming VMSS February 6th conferences we will be providing a hot and tasty soup meal for all teachers and staff. 

 

We are looking for food donations, supply donations (plates, napkins, etc.), and volunteers to help out. 

 

If making food donations please note we do have some teachers who are gluten-free and/or vegetarian, so any items that fit this criteria will be especially appreciated by those particular teachers! Please label your item if it does meet any dietary restrictions. When you sign up, just let us know what you will be bringing so we can hopefully avoid duplicates. Some of the classics (i.e., Chicken Noodle, Chili, etc.) we will want a couple. The teachers and staff appreciate this so much!

 

Please Note: all items can be dropped off at school no later than 3:30 pm on Thursday, February 6th, but they can be dropped off earlier in the day. Please label your items (serving utensils and dishes, crock pots, etc.). Utensils and serving dishes can be picked up after 6:45 pm or on Monday.

To Sign Up for Food or Supply Donations or to Volunteer click here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-52760122-vmss

 

Thank you in advance for your support and help. If any questions please let us know at vmsspto@gmail.com.

 

Kind Regards,

VMSS PTO Board

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: The Leadership, Critical Issues, and Service classes are conducting a shoe drive in order to support student led service-learning projects.  Our goal is to collect 2500 pairs of shoes by March 2^nd.  We are currently at 372 pairs and are in need of your support.  We can accept all shoes from baby sizes to big foot and flip flops to boots.  The only catch is that they must not have any holes or tears worn into them.  Students can drop off the shoes in the orange collection bins in the school or in room #305.

 

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, January 13th, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Tuesday, January 14^th – PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

Thursday, January 16^th – VMSS Family Culture Night 5 – 7 pm

Friday, January 17^th – NO SCHOOL – Data Analysis Day for teachers

Monday, January 20^th – NO SCHOOL – Martin Luther King Jr. Day

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, January 13th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H”

Tuesday, January 14^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-ups and Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, January 15^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-ups and Wednesday 2”

Thursday, January 16^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A”

Friday, January 17^th – NO SCHOOL

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Bronson: I will be running another weight lifting session on Wednesdays and Thursdays after school until 4:30 pm for 7th and 8th graders. If you are interested in signing up please fill out the form that is available in Student Services and return it to me. If you participated in the 1st session of weight lifting you do not need to fill out another form. This weight lifting session will run until the week of spring break. Spots are limited so please return the form to Mr. Bronson. Reach out to Mr. Bronson if you have any questions! Thanks.  

 

From Mr. Staum: Attention VMSS Dungeons & Dragons Club Members! 

But here's a reminder after we come back from winter break: NO DnD until Monday January 27th, 2025 is when we start up again. (NO D&D on 1/20 because of MLK Day/no school).

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, January 13^th, & 27^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

8^th grade Families, message from Mrs. Walberg, 8^th grade school counselor at VMSS:

This week I was in your student’s Global Studies to go over high school registration information. 

As part of the lesson, we reviewed the high school course registration information and gave instructions on how to complete a draft of the 9^th grade course registration form. 

As homework-8^th graders are to check in with their advisory teacher, other teachers and parent/guardian about their 9^th grade course registration and submit the 9^th grade course registration form as an assignment for Global Studies class. 

AVHS high school counselors will be coming to complete the 9^th grade course registrations in Global Studies classes on January 23^rd.

If your 8^th grade student is not attending Apple Valley High School next year and you would like your student to have assistance in registering for their 9^th grade courses, please let me know.  I’m currently working on options to have other the ISD 196 high school counselors to meet in person or virtually with students to help them with their forms & answer questions.

 

Mrs. Walberg, tracy.walberg@district196.org, 952-431-8312

 

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, January 6th, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, December 16^th – Tuesday, January 7^th - Winter II Sports sign-ups on Edu Trak for 7^th grade boys basketball.

NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

Monday, January 6^th – Winter II Sports Begin for 7^th grade boys basketball

Wednesday, January 8^th – PTO Meeting 5:00 pm

Saturday, January 11^th – Declam meet at Dakota Hills Middle School in Eagan 9 am.

Tuesday, January 14^th – PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

Thursday, January 16^th – VMSS Family Culture Night 5 – 7 pm

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, January 6th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C”

Tuesday, January 7^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D and Tuesday 1”

Wednesday, January 8^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “E and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, January 9^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F”

Friday, January 10^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Staum: Attention VMSS Dungeons & Dragons Club Members! DnD will resume on Monday, January 20^th, 2025. See you then!

 

From Mr. Jotter: The last day to sign up for 7^th grade boys basketball is Tuesday, January 7^th in Edu Trak. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before you can sign up and the fee is $110.00. 7^th grade boys basketball will start on Monday, January 6^th right after school. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, January 6^th, 13^th, & 27^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Dear VMSS Families,

We are excited to provide a new and exciting challenge for our students this year. We are looking forward to

using Scripps National Spelling Bee’s online testing platform to hold our very own Valley Middle School

Spelling Bee via an online spelling and vocabulary test.

We will be registering all of the students to participate in the Scripps School Spelling Bee. If you do not want

your student to participate in the Scripps Spelling Bee, please reach out to Leslie Gagnon or Sarah Pelinka and

indicate that you are opting out for your student. The VMSS grade level spelling bee will take place during the

school day the week of January 13th.

Our school champion will then move on to represent VMSS in the next level of the regional spelling bee.

Please reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to having your student compete to represent our

school!

Sincerely,

Leslie Gagnon                                               Sarah Pelinka

Leslie.gagnon@district196.org                 Sarah.Pelinka@district196.org

 

From Apple Valley High School: Apple Valley High School Presents: Broadway 2025: Signed, Sealed, Delivered.

Broadway is an annual music variety show starring high school musicians as well as members of the Broadway Children’s Chorus. Auditions for the Children’s Chorus is open to students in grades 3 -6 on Saturday, January 11^th, 2024 from 10am – Noon at AVHS Choir Room. Broadway Performances are February 21^st, 22^nd, 23^rd, 28^th and March 1^st and 2^nd. For more information please e-mail emily.lehmann@district196.org

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Thursday, January 2^nd, 2025 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, December 16^th – Tuesday, January 7^th - Winter II Sports sign-ups on Edu Trak for 7^th grade boys basketball.

NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

Thursday, January 2^nd – School Resumes

Monday, January 6^th – Winter II Sports Begin for 7^th grade boys basketball

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Thursday, January 2^nd – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-up”

Friday, January 3^rd – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-up”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Staum: Attention VMSS Dungeons & Dragons Club Members! DnD will resume on Monday, January 20^th, 2025. See you then!

 

From Mr. Jotter: The last day to sign up for 7^th grade boys basketball is Tuesday, January 7^th in Edu Trak. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before you can sign up and the fee is $110.00. 7^th grade boys basketball will start on Monday, January 6^th right after school. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, January 6^th, 13^th, & 27^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

From Apple Valley High School: Apple Valley High School Presents: Broadway 2025: Signed, Sealed, Delivered.

Broadway is an annual music variety show starring high school musicians as well as members of the Broadway Children’s Chorus. Auditions for the Children’s Chorus is open to students in grades 3 -6 on Saturday, January 11^th, 2024 from 10am – Noon at AVHS Choir Room. Broadway Performances are February 21^st, 22^nd, 23^rd, 28^th and March 1^st and 2^nd. For more information please e-mail emily.lehmann@district196.org

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, December 16^th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, December 16^th – Tuesday, January 7^th - Winter II Sports sign-ups on Edu Trak for 7^th grade boys basketball.

NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

Tuesday, December 17^th – Choir Concerts – all grades at Apple Valley High School

Wednesday, December 18^th – Winter I Sports End

Monday, December 23^rd – Wednesday, January 1^st – Winter Break – NO SCHOOL

Thursday, January 2^nd – School Resumes

Monday, January 6^th – Winter II Sports Begin for 7^th grade boys basketball

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, December 16^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F”

Tuesday, December 17^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G & Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, December 18^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H & Wednesday 2”

Thursday, December 19^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A”

Friday, December 20^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mrs. Hanson: Lost and Found items will be donated to a local charity on Wednesday, December 18^th. Please check for any lost items like clothing, shoes, lunch bags, backpacks, etc. by 3:00 pm on Tuesday, December 17^th.

 

From Mr. Jotter: 7^th grade boys basketball sign-ups begin on Monday, December 16^th in Edu Trak. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before you can sign up and the fee is $110.00. 7^th grade boys basketball will start on Monday, January 6^th right after school. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, December 16^th, January 6^th, 13^th, & 27^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, December 9^th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, December 9^th – Declam starts

Spring Musical Auditions

Tuesday, December 10^th – 6th grade band concerts 6 pm (Brown Day Bands) and 7:30 pm (Gold Day Bands) here at VMSS

Spring Musical Auditions

PTO Snack Stand in the cafeteria during all lunches

Thursday, December 12^th – 7th grade band concert 5:30 pm – 8^th grade band concert 7:30 pm here at VMSS

Spring Musical Auditions

Monday, December 16^th – Tuesday, January 7^th - Winter II Sports sign-ups on Edu Trak for 7^th grade boys basketball.

NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

Tuesday, December 17^th – Choir Concerts – all grades at Apple Valley High School

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, December 9^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C”

Tuesday, December 10^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D & Tuesday 1”

Wednesday, December 11^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C & Wednesday 1”

Thursday, December 12^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “make-ups”

Friday, December 13^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “make-ups”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Jotter: 7^th grade boys basketball sign-ups begin on Monday, December 16^th in Edu Trak. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before you can sign up and the fee is $110.00. 7^th grade boys basketball will start on Monday, January 6^th right after school. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, December: 2^nd, 9^th, and 16^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

 

Funky Tree Fused Glass Ornament (adult and child ages 11-17)

Sat | Dec 14 | 10:00 a.m.-noon | $69/pair | FRMS

 

Flashy Wire Wrapped Fused Glass Stars (adult and child ages 11-17)

Sat | Dec 14 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | $72/pair | FRMS

 

“Shake It Off” Dance Class (adult and child ages 10-16)

Tue | Dec 17 | 6:15-7:15 p.m. | $19/pair

 

Extreme Coding: Artificial Intelligence (grades 3-6)

Wed | Dec 18 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | $40 | Online

 

Horse Camp (ages 4-18)

Mon/Tue | Dec 30 & 31 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | 2 sessions | $250 | Cornerstone on the Vermillion Horse Complex

Fewer than 5 spots left!

 

3-D Printing: Star Wars (grades 3-7)

Mon | Dec 30 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $59 | Online

 

Dungeons & Dragons® One Shot Campaign (grades 1-6)

Mon | Dec 30 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $63 | Online

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, December 2^nd, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, December 2^nd – First Day of Trimester 2

Thursday, December 5^th – 8^th grade High School Prep night 5 – 7 pm here at VMSS Cafeteria

Monday, December 9^th – Declam starts

Spring Musical Auditions

Tuesday, December 10^th – 6th grade band concerts 6 pm and 7 pm here at VMSS

Spring Musical Auditions

PTO Snack Stand in the cafeteria during all lunches

Thursday, December 12^th – 7th grade band concert 5:30 pm – 8^th grade band concert 7:30 pm here at VMSS

Spring Musical Auditions

Tuesday, December 17^th – Choir Concerts – all grades at Apple Valley High School

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, December 2^nd – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “No Lessons – MBDA Recordings”

Tuesday, December 3^rd – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “No Lessons – MBDA Recordings”

Wednesday, December 4^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “No Lessons – MBDA Recordings’

Thursday, December 5^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A”

Friday, December 6^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Roseen: Attentional all National Junior Honor Society Members: We will have our next meeting on Thursday, Dec 5^th at 7:15AM in room 516A.  If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Roseen.

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, December: 2^nd, 9^th, and 16^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th. Parents please click on this link for more information about sharing your careers with us.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Youth Equestrian Club (ages 4-17)

Fri | Nov 29-Dec 20 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $210 | Cornerstone on the Vermillion Horse Complex

 

Beginner Tae Kwon Do (ages 6+)

Mon | Dec 2-Jan 27 | 6:25-6:55 p.m. | 7 sessions | $70 | RMS

Tue | Dec 3-Jan 28 | 6:25-6:55 p.m. | 5 sessions | $50 | RMS

 

Candyland (ages 6-16)

Wed | Dec 4 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. | $36 | FRMS

 

Ribbon and Bow Making (adult and child grades K-5)

Sat | 9:00-10:30 a.m. | $35 | FRMS

 

Funky Tree Fused Glass Ornament (adult and child ages 11-17)

Sat | Dec 14 | 10:00 a.m.-noon | $69/pair | FRMS

 

Flashy Wire Wrapped Fused Glass Stars (adult and child ages 11-17)

Sat | Dec 14 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | $72/pair | FRMS

 

“Shake It Off” Dance Class (adult and child ages 10-16)

Tue | Dec 17 | 6:15-7:15 p.m. | $19/pair

 

Extreme Coding: Artificial Intelligence (grades 3-6)

Wed | Dec 18 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | $40 | Online

 

Horse Camp (ages 4-18)

Mon/Tue | Dec 30 & 31 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | 2 sessions | $250 | Cornerstone on the Vermillion Horse Complex

Fewer than 5 spots left!

 

3-D Printing: Star Wars (grades 3-7)

Mon | Dec 30 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $59 | Online

 

Dungeons & Dragons® One Shot Campaign (grades 1-6)

Mon | Dec 30 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $63 | Online

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, November 18^th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, November 18^th – NO HOMEWORK HELP WITH MS. CALDERON

Tuesday, November 26^th – Last Day of Trimester 1

Wednesday, November 27^th – NO SCHOOL – Staff Development Day

Thursday, November 28^th – NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break

Friday, November 29^th – NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, November 18^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “E”

Tuesday, November 19^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F and Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, November 20^th - Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G and Wednesday 2”

Thursday, November 21^st – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H”

Friday, November 22^nd – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-Up”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Bronson: “We will be doing another session of the VMSS weight lifting group. We will be doing speed and strength training, Wednesdays and Thursdays, starting on Nov. 20th until Dec 19th.  We will meet in the Art room at 3pm and will lift weights until 4:30ish, there will be an activity bus leaving VMSS at 5 every night. This group is for 7th and 8th grade students who have never lifted weights all the way up to students who think they are really strong! The expectation is that students show up in gear to work out in and try everything with a great attitude. Anyone who cannot meet those expectations will not be invited back. You must return a permission slip to Mr. Bronson if you would like to participate. 

Please email or call if you have any questions 952-431-8782 or john.bronson@district196.org.”

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY, November 25^th and for the month of December: 2^nd, 9^th, and 16^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

From the PTO: REMINDER: Gertens Holiday Plant Pick Up will be Monday, November 25th from 5-7 PM at VMSS Door 33. Thank you for supporting VMSS PTO!

 

From Mr. Bronson regarding the 7^th grade Career Fair on Friday, February 14^th.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYOBzoxjp9V7JVAIU705P3sj8Lk28oXH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105606986637873192068&rtpof=true&sd=true

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Champion Youth Karate: Beginners (ages 5-12)

Mon | Nov 18-Jan 20 | 6:10-6:50 p.m. | 8 sessions | $59 | WL

 

Skyhawks Volleyball (ages 6-9)

Sat | Nov 23-Dec 21 | 9:40-10:25 a.m. | 4 sessions | $79 | RE

 

Skyhawks Advanced Volleyball (ages 9-12)

Sat | Nov 23-Dec 21 | 10:35-11:35 a.m. | 4 sessions | $89 | RE

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, November 11^th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, November 11^th – NO SCHOOL – Staff Development Day

Tuesday, November 12^th – PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

November 26^th – Last Day of Trimester 1

Wednesday, November 27^th – NO SCHOOL – Staff Development Day

Thursday, November 28^th – NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break

Friday, November 29^th – NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, November 11^th – NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, November 12^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A and Tuesday 1”

Wednesday, November 13^th - Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, November 14^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C”

Friday, November 15^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY’s in November: the 18^th, 25^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Intro to Ninja – Conquer Ninja Gym (ages 5-13)

Sat | Nov 2-Dec 21 | 9:00-10:00 a.m. | 5 sessions | $199 | Conquer Ninja Gyms

Less than 5 spots left!

 

Safety and Self-Defense (ages 10-15)

Wed | Nov 13 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | $55 | DHMS

 

Puzzle Competition teams of four (ages 9-adult)

Sat | Nov 16 | 10:00 a.m.-noon | $49 | BHMS

 

Do It Together Puzzle Competition (adults and children ages 6+)

Sat | Nov 16 | 1:00-3:00 p.m. | $49 | BHMS

 

Run with the Lightning (girls, grades K-6)

Sat | Nov 16 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | $30/$20 additional child | EVHS

 

Champion Youth Karate: Beginners (ages 5-12)

Mon | Nov 18-Jan 20 | 6:10-6:50 p.m. | 8 sessions | $59 | WL

 

Skyhawks Volleyball (ages 6-9)

Sat | Nov 23-Dec 21 | 9:40-10:25 a.m. | 4 sessions | $79 | RE

 

Skyhawks Advanced Volleyball (ages 9-12)

Sat | Nov 23-Dec 21 | 10:35-11:35 a.m. | 4 sessions | $89 | RE

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, November 4^th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, November 4^th – Scholastic Book Fair in the Library

Tuesday, November 5^th – Scholastic Book Fair in the Library

Wednesday, November 6^th – Scholastic Book Fair in the Library

Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

PTO Meeting 5:00 pm in room 201, the front Fab Lab

Thursday, November 7^th – NO SCHOOL – Parent/Teacher Conferences Noon – 7:00 pm

Scholastic Book Fair in the Library

Friday, November 8^th – NO SCHOOL

Monday, November 11^th – NO SCHOOL – Staff Development Day

Tuesday, November 12^th – PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, November 4^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H”

Tuesday, November 5^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-Up’s”

Wednesday, November 6^th - Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-Up’s”

Thursday, November 7^th – NO SCHOOL

Friday, November 8^th – NO SCHOOL

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mrs. Hanson: Please visit the Lost and Found closet before Wednesday, November 6. All unclaimed items will be donated on Monday, November 11.

 

From Mrs. Martin: The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way! Here’s what you need to know about the big event, which will take place from Wednesday, Nov 6th, 3pm-5pm and Thursday, Nov 7th, 12pm-7pm in the VMSS Library. If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Book Fair online. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Every online purchase will also benefit our school.  Catch you at the Fair! Visit our Book Fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/valleymiddleschool1

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY’s in November: the 4^th, 18^th, 25^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Parent/Teacher Conferences are coming up on Wednesday, November 6^th from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm and on Thursday, November 7^th from Noon – 7:00 pm. Sign up for conferences by going to the VMSS website – Click on Families – Scroll Down to Family Resources – Click on Conferences and click on the link for PTC Fast link to find the teachers you would like to make an appointment with.

 

 

Please help the PTO support our teachers by helping us provide a dinner for our wonderful teachers during conferences. 

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-51557357-vmss

 

The PTO also has monthly treat we provide for staff each month that still has some items that need to be filled.  Click the sign up below if you can help. 

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-50830772-vmss

 

Mark your calendars for our next PTO meeting on 11/6 at 5:00pm at the fab lab room right by the front doors. 

 

Valley Middle School Parents/Guardians

 

Just a reminder that ISD 196 medication policy is for all prescriptions medication be administered by the school nurse. Please reach out to Hilary Gallaher hilary.gallaher@district196.org or 952-431-8784 to discuss steps to set up medication administration for prescription meds during the school day. Please do not send your student to school with prescription medications for them to take on their own.

 

Thank you,

Hilary Gallaher, BSN, RN, MSNE, Licensed School Nurse

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Intro to Ninja – Conquer Ninja Gym (ages 5-13)

Sat | Nov 2-Dec 21 | 9:00-10:00 a.m. | 5 sessions | $199 | Conquer Ninja Gyms

Less than 5 spots left!

 

Safety and Self-Defense (ages 10-15)

Wed | Nov 13 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | $55 | DHMS

 

Puzzle Competition teams of four (ages 9-adult)

Sat | Nov 16 | 10:00 a.m.-noon | $49 | BHMS

 

Do It Together Puzzle Competition (adults and children ages 6+)

Sat | Nov 16 | 1:00-3:00 p.m. | $49 | BHMS

 

Run with the Lightning (girls, grades K-6)

Sat | Nov 16 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | $30/$20 additional child | EVHS

 

Champion Youth Karate: Beginners (ages 5-12)

Mon | Nov 18-Jan 20 | 6:10-6:50 p.m. | 8 sessions | $59 | WL

 

Skyhawks Volleyball (ages 6-9)

Sat | Nov 23-Dec 21 | 9:40-10:25 a.m. | 4 sessions | $79 | RE

 

Skyhawks Advanced Volleyball (ages 9-12)

Sat | Nov 23-Dec 21 | 10:35-11:35 a.m. | 4 sessions | $89 | RE

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, October 28th, 2024

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

NOW – Tuesday, October 29^th – Winter Sports I Sign-ups on Edu Track – Girls’ Basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girls in grades 6th, 7^th and 8^th. Winter Sports I Starts on Monday, October 28^th. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN!!!!

Wednesday, October 30^th – Picture Re-Take Day

Sign-ups start for Parent/Teacher Conferences at NOON! Go to the VMSS website – Click on Families – Scroll Down to Family Resources – Click on Conferences and click on the link for PTC Fast link to find the teachers you would like to make an appointment with.

Monday, November 4^th – Scholastic Book Fair in the Library

Tuesday, November 5^th – Scholastic Book Fair in the Library

Wednesday, November 6^th – Scholastic Book Fair in the Library

Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

PTO Meeting 5:00 pm in room 201, the front Fab Lab

Thursday, November 7^th – NO SCHOOL – Parent/Teacher Conferences Noon – 7:00 pm

Scholastic Book Fair in the Library

Friday, November 8^th – NO SCHOOL

Monday, November 11^th – NO SCHOOL – Staff Development Day

Tuesday, November 12^th – PTO Snack Stand during all lunches

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for times and locations for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - Click on the “Calendar” Link on our home page

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, October 21st – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C”

Tuesday, October 22^nd – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D and Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, October 23^rd - Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “E and Wednesday 2”

Thursday, October 24^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F”

Friday, October 25^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mrs. Martin: The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way! Here’s what you need to know about the big event, which will take place from Wednesday, Nov 6th, 3pm-5pm and Thursday, Nov 7th, 12pm-7pm in the VMSS Library. If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Book Fair online. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Every online purchase will also benefit our school.  Catch you at the Fair! Visit our Book Fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/valleymiddleschool1

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY in October: 28^th. Monday’s in November: 4^th, 11^th and 25^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Mr. Jotter: Winter I sports sign-ups are right around the corner. Winter I Sports consists of Girls Basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girl’s grades 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before parents sign you up on Edu Trak. The cost for sports is $110.00. THE LAST DAY TO SIGN-UP FOR WINTER I SPORTS IS OCTOBER 29^TH. NO EXCEPTIONS FOR LATE REGISTRATIONS. Winter Sports I start on Monday, October 28^th.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Parent/Teacher Conferences are coming up on Wednesday, November 6^th from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm and on Thursday, November 7^th from Noon – 7:00 pm. Sign up for conferences by going to the VMSS website – Click on Families – Scroll Down to Family Resources – Click on Conferences and click on the link for PTC Fast link to find the teachers you would like to make an appointment with.

 

Please help the PTO support our teachers by helping us provide a dinner for our wonderful teachers during conferences. 

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-51557357-vmss

 

The PTO also has monthly treat we provide for staff each month that still has some items that need to be filled.  Click the sign up below if you can help. 

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E48AEA72CA3F4C25-50830772-vmss

 

Mark your calendars for our next PTO meeting on 11/6 at 5:00pm at the fab lab room right by the front doors. 

 

Valley Middle School Parents/Guardians

 

Just a reminder that ISD 196 medication policy is for all prescriptions medication be administered by the school nurse. Please reach out to Hilary Gallaher hilary.gallaher@district196.org or 952-431-8784 to discuss steps to set up medication administration for prescription meds during the school day. Please do not send your student to school with prescription medications for them to take on their own.

 

Thank you,

Hilary Gallaher, BSN, RN, MSNE, Licensed School Nurse

 

From the PTO:

It is time for some holiday décor shopping with the VMSS PTO GERTEN'S HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER!

Place your order now through 10 PM on October 24th at https://www.gertensfundraising.com/

Store ID: 689 

Your seller’s name is:  VMSS PTO Orders must be completed by October 24^th at 10:00 PM

The PTO will receive 30% of all plant and greens sales and 15% of all plant card sales.

Order pick up details will be coming soon.

If you have any questions, please contact Laura Becker at vmsspto@gmail.com.

 

Thank you for your support!

VMSS PTO Board

 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Ghosts and Goblins (ages 6-16)

Wed | Oct 30 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. | $36 | FRMS

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, October 21st, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

NOW – Tuesday, October 29^th – Winter Sports I Sign-ups on Edu Track – Girls’ Basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girls in grades 6th, 7^th and 8^th. Winter Sports I Starts on Monday, October 28^th.

Friday, October 25^th – 6^th grade Party after school 2:45 pm until 4:45 pm.

Saturday, October 26^th – Trunk & Treat in the Southview Elementary Parking Lot 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Wednesday, October 30^th – Picture Re-Take Day

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - click on the word “Menu” – Scroll down and click on “Families” – Scroll down to “Family Resources” then click on the “Calendar” link.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, October 21st – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H”

Tuesday, October 22^nd – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-Up and Tuesday 1”

Wednesday, October 23^rd - Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make Up and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, October 24^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A”

Friday, October 25^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From the PTO: 6th graders:  Reminder to get permission slips for the 6th grade party turned in ASAP!!  Please click HERE if you need to print a copy. We are in need of volunteers for this event.  If you are able to volunteer, please click HERE.   If you have any questions, please reach out to Felicia at Felicia.Santana@live.com

 

From Mr. Vaillancourt: Valley Middle School’s Leadership and Critical Issues class and Apple Valley High School’s Student Council are hosting a Trunk or Treat for elementary and younger aged children in the Southview Elementary parking lot on Saturday October 26^th from 12:00 – 2:00.  There will be games, treats, and lots of fun!  

 

From Administration: A special thank you to Fresh Thyme in Apple Valley and Sam’s Club in Apple Valley for donating gift cards to our school so we can purchase snacks for our students in need. We greatly appreciate it.

 

From Mr. Lindquist: 

Wrestling Informational Meeting

Our meeting will be on Tuesday, October 22^nd during your scheduled lunch time in the cafeteria on the stage.

Check your email for more information and talk to your parents about getting signed up on EduTrak Connect. – Coach Lindquist.

 

From the District 196 Figure Skating Team: The District 196 Figure Skating Team is open to all 7th and 8th graders.  Come to an informational meeting on October 22, 7 pm at EVHS (lecture room) to find out about the District 196 Figure Skating Team and our upcoming season.  All abilities of skating are welcome on the team.

You can find more information at Icettes.com or contact the Head Coach at Icettes.Coaches@district196.org

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY’s in October: the 21^st, and 28^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Mr. Jotter: Winter I sports sign-ups are right around the corner. Winter I Sports consists of Girls Basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girl’s grades 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before parents sign you up on Edu Trak. The cost for sports is $110.00. THE LAST DAY TO SIGN-UP FOR WINTER I SPORTS IS OCTOBER 29^TH. NO EXCEPTIONS FOR LATE REGISTRATIONS. Winter Sports I start on Monday, October 28^th.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

From the PTO:

It is time for some holiday décor shopping with the VMSS PTO GERTEN'S HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER!

Place your order now through 10 PM on October 24th at https://www.gertensfundraising.com/

Store ID: 689 

Your seller’s name is:  VMSS PTO Orders must be completed by October 24^th at 10:00 PM

The PTO will receive 30% of all plant and greens sales and 15% of all plant card sales.

Order pick up details will be coming soon.

If you have any questions, please contact Laura Becker at vmsspto@gmail.com.

 

Thank you for your support!

VMSS PTO Board

 

From District 196 Health Services: Dear ISD 196 Middle and High School Parent/Guardian,

 

Impaired vision and/or hearing can drastically impact a student’s ability to learn. During the months of October and November, District 196 nurses have partnered with the Eagan Lions Club to provide FREE vision screenings for 7th and 10th grade students under the MD5M Lions KidSight Foundation’s vision screening program. Valley Middle School 7^th grade vision screening will be Tuesday, October 22.

 

Members of the Lions Club have been certified in the use of a vision screener. The vision screener is capable of screening for near-sightedness, far-sightedness, astigmatism and pupil size deviations. The individual screening of students only takes a few seconds and is performed from a distance of about three feet. No eye drops are administered.

 

If the student does not pass the screening, a vision referral letter will be sent home recommending further examination by an eye professional. No notice will be provided if the student passes. If you do not want your child screened or you have questions, please contact your child’s school nurse. 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

 

Thriller Line Dance (adult and child ages 10-14)

Tue | Oct 22 | 6:15-7:15 p.m. | $19 | RE

 

Code Championship Tournament – Virtual Computer Coding and Competition (grades 3-9)

Sat | Oct 26-Nov 16 | 9:00-11:00 a.m. | 4 sessions | $77 | Live Online

 

Ghostly Goo (ages 4-9)

Sat | Oct 26 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $47 | FRMS

Perfect for your student’s younger sibling!

 

Ghosts and Goblins (ages 6-16)

Wed | Oct 30 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. | $36 | FRMS

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, October 14th, 2024 

 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, October 7^th – Tuesday, October 29^th – Winter Sports I Sign-ups on Edu Track – Girl’s basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girls in grades 6th, 7^th and 8^th. Winter Sports I Starts on Monday, October 28^th.

Thursday, October 17^th – NO SCHOOL – MEA Teacher’s Convention

Friday, October 18^th – NO SCHOOL – MEA Teacher’s Convention

Friday, October 25^th – 6^th grade Party after school 2:45 pm until 4:45 pm.

Saturday, October 26^th – Trunk & Treat in the VMSS parking Lot – Time to be determined

Wednesday, October 30^th – Picture Re-Take Day

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - click on the word “Menu” – Scroll down and click on “Families” – Scroll down to “Family Resources” then click on the “Calendar” link.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, October 14^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “E”

Tuesday, October 15^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F and Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, October 16^th - Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G and Wednesday 2”

Thursday, October 10^th – NO SCHOOL

Friday, October 11^th – NO SCHOOL

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From the PTO: 6th graders:  VMSS PTO would like to invite all 6th grade students to celebrate the beginning of the school year with a grade level party!  The party will take place at Valley Middle School on Friday, October 25th right after school until 4:45pm.  Permission slips will be handed out on Monday 10/14.  Please click HERE if you need to print a copy.  It greatly helps the PTO volunteers if you can turn permission slips ASAP. We are in need of volunteers for this event.  If you are able to volunteer, please click HERE.  If you have any questions, please reach out to Felicia at Felicia.Santana@live.com

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY’s in October: the 7^th, 21^st, and 28^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Mr. Jotter: Winter I sports sign-ups are right around the corner. Winter I Sports consists of Girls Basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girl’s grades 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before parents sign you up on Edu Trak. The cost for sports is $110.00. THE LAST DAY TO SIGN-UP FOR WINTER I SPORTS IS OCTOBER 29^TH. NO EXCEPTIONS FOR LATE REGISTRATIONS. Winter Sports I start on Monday, October 28^th.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

From the PTO:

It is time for some holiday décor shopping with the VMSS PTO GERTEN'S HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER!

Place your order now through 10 PM on October 24th at https://www.gertensfundraising.com/

Store ID: 689 

Your seller’s name is:  VMSS PTO Orders must be completed by October 24^th at 10:00 PM

The PTO will receive 30% of all plant and greens sales and 15% of all plant card sales.

Order pick up details will be coming soon. 

If you have any questions, please contact Laura Becker at vmsspto@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support!

VMSS PTO Board

 

From District 196 Health Services: Dear ISD 196 Middle and High School Parent/Guardian,

 

Impaired vision and/or hearing can drastically impact a student’s ability to learn. During the months of October and November, District 196 nurses have partnered with the Eagan Lions Club to provide FREE vision screenings for 7th and 10th grade students under the MD5M Lions KidSight Foundation’s vision screening program. Valley Middle School 7^th grade vision screening will be Tuesday, October 22.

 

Members of the Lions Club have been certified in the use of a vision screener. The vision screener is capable of screening for near-sightedness, far-sightedness, astigmatism and pupil size deviations. The individual screening of students only takes a few seconds and is performed from a distance of about three feet. No eye drops are administered.

 

If the student does not pass the screening, a vision referral letter will be sent home recommending further examination by an eye professional. No notice will be provided if the student passes. If you do not want your child screened or you have questions, please contact your child’s school nurse. 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

 

Eggrolls and Samosas (adult and child ages 5-15)

Mon | Oct 14 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $65/pair | FRMS

 

Rubik’s Cube Challenge (grades 2-8)

Mon & Wed | Oct 14 & 16 | 5:00-7:30 p.m. | 2 sessions | $75 | FRMS

 

Thriller Line Dance (adult and child ages 10-14)

Tue | Oct 22 | 6:15-7:15 p.m. | $19 | RE

 

Code Championship Tournament – Virtual Computer Coding and Competition (grades 3-9)

Sat | Oct 26-Nov 16 | 9:00-11:00 a.m. | 4 sessions | $77 | Live Online

 

Ghostly Goo (ages 4-9)

Sat | Oct 26 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $47 | FRMS

Perfect for your student’s younger sibling!

 

Ghosts and Goblins (ages 6-16)

Wed | Oct 30 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. | $36 | FRMS

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM 
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, October 7th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, October 7^th – Tuesday, October 29^th – Winter Sports I Sign-ups on Edu Track – Girl’s basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girls in grades 6th, 7^th and 8^th. Winter Sports I Starts on Monday, October 28^th.

Homework Help with Ms. Calderon in room 409 2:50pm – 4:45 pm

Tuesday, October 8^th – PTO Snack Stand in the cafeteria during all lunches

Wednesday, October 9^th – Community Night Discussion – The Impact of Social Media and Smartphones on Our Youth

At VMSS 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

Thursday, October 17^th – NO SCHOOL – MEA Teacher’s Convention

Friday, October 18^th – NO SCHOOL – MEA Teacher’s Convention

Friday, October 25^th – 6^th grade Party after school 2:45 pm until 4:45 pm.

Saturday, October 26^th – Trunk & Treat in the VMSS parking Lot – Time to be determined

Wednesday, October 30^th – Picture Re-Take Day

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - click on the word “Menu” – Scroll down and click on “Families” – Scroll down to “Family Resources” then click on the “Calendar” link.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, October 7^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make-Up Lessons”

Tuesday, October 8^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A and Tuesday 1”

Wednesday, October 9^th - Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, October 10^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C”

Friday, October 11^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Adedeji: Attention all Valley students,

Do you enjoy singing? Are you looking to have some fun and make new friends? Advisory choir might be for you! Advisory choir is an opportunity for students in all grades to sing and perform. 

6th Grade Advisory Choir will take place on Gold days from 11:47-12:17 

7th Grade Advisory Choir will take place on Brown Days from 10:47-11:17

8th Grade Advisory Choir will take place on Gold Days from 12:47-1:17

Practice will begin next week Monday, October 7th. 

If you are interested, please see or message Mr. Adedeji to sign up! Attendance will be taken at every practice. Every student will need a pass from Mr. Adedeji to be able to participate!

 

From PTO: 6th graders:  6th graders:  VMSS PTO would like to invite all 6th grade students to celebrate the beginning of the school year with a grade level party!  The party will take place at Valley Middle School on Friday, October 25th right after school until 4:45pm.  Permission slips will be handed out on Monday 10/14.  We are in need of volunteers for this event.  If you are able to volunteer, please click HERE.  If you have any questions, please reach out to Felicia at Felicia.Santana@live.com

 

From Ms. Calderon: Homework help will be offered to students who need help with school work on the following MONDAY’s in October: the 7^th, 21^st, and 28^th with Ms. Calderon in room 409 from 2:50 pm – 4:45 pm. You will need to sign up with Ms. Calderon and she will be calling home to speak with your parent/guardian to verify your attendance. Student expectations are to have school assignments to work on. This is not a social hour. If students are not working on school work, they will have a parent/guardian called to pick them up.

 

From Mr. Jotter: Winter I sports sign-ups are right around the corner. Winter I Sports consists of Girls Basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girl’s grades 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before parents sign you up on Edu Trak. The cost for sports is $110.00. THE LAST DAY TO SIGN-UP FOR WINTER I SPORTS IS OCTOBER 29^TH. NO EXCEPTIONS FOR LATE REGISTRATIONS. Winter Sports I start on Monday, October 28^th.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

From District 196 Health Services: Dear ISD 196 Middle and High School Parent/Guardian,

 

Impaired vision and/or hearing can drastically impact a student’s ability to learn. During the months of October and November, District 196 nurses have partnered with the Eagan Lions Club to provide FREE vision screenings for 7th and 10th grade students under the MD5M Lions KidSight Foundation’s vision screening program. Valley Middle School 7^th grade vision screening will be Tuesday, October 22.

 

Members of the Lions Club have been certified in the use of a vision screener. The vision screener is capable of screening for near-sightedness, far-sightedness, astigmatism and pupil size deviations. The individual screening of students only takes a few seconds and is performed from a distance of about three feet. No eye drops are administered.

 

If the student does not pass the screening, a vision referral letter will be sent home recommending further examination by an eye professional. No notice will be provided if the student passes. If you do not want your child screened or you have questions, please contact your child’s school nurse. 

 

FROM COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Defense Robotics and Technology Education Program (grades 1-6)

Sat | Oct 5-Oct 26 | 10:00-11:30 a.m. | 4 sessions | FRMS

 

Group Guitar Lessons (ages 9-15)

Mon | Oct 7-Nov 11 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | 6 sessions | $55 | SHMS

Less than 5 spots left!

 

Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)

Mon | Oct 7-28 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW

Less than 5 spots left!

 

Eggrolls and Samosas (adult and child ages 5-15)

Mon | Oct 14 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $65/pair | FRMS

 

Rubik’s Cube Challenge (grades 2-8)

Mon & Wed | Oct 14 & 16 | 5:00-7:30 p.m. | 2 sessions | $75 | FRMS

 

Thriller Line Dance (adult and child ages 10-14)

Tue | Oct 22 | 6:15-7:15 p.m. | $19 | RE

 

Code Championship Tournament – Virtual Computer Coding and Competition (grades 3-9)

Sat | Oct 26-Nov 16 | 9:00-11:00 a.m. | 4 sessions | $77 | Live Online

 

Ghostly Goo (ages 4-9)

Sat | Oct 26 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $47 | FRMS

Perfect for your student’s younger sibling!

 

Ghosts and Goblins (ages 6-16)

Wed | Oct 30 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. | $36 | FRMS

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, September 30th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Wednesday, October 2^nd – Parent Teacher Conferences 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

PTO Meeting 5:00 pm

Friday, October 4^th – NO SCHOOL Data Analysis Day

Monday, October 7^th – Tuesday, October 29^th – Winter Sports I Sign-ups on Edu Track – Girls basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girls in grades 6th, 7^th and 8^th. Winter Sports I Starts on Monday, October 28^th.

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - click on the word “Menu” – Scroll down and click on “Families” – Scroll down to “Family Resources” then click on the “Calendar” link.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, September 30^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “F”

Tuesday, October 1^st – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “G and Tuesday 2”

Wednesday, October 2^nd – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “H and Wednesday 2”

Thursday, October 3^rd – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “Make Up Lesson Day”

Friday, October 4^th – NO SCHOOL

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From PTO: 6th graders:  VMSS PTO would like to invite all 6th grade students to celebrate the beginning of the school year with a grade level party!  The party will take place at Valley Middle School on Friday, October 25th right after school until 4:45pm.  Permission slips will be handed out on Monday 10/14.  We are in need of volunteers for this event.  If you are able to volunteer, please click HERE.  If you have any questions, please reach out to Felicia at Felicia.Santana@live.com

 

From Mr. Roseen: Attention all NJHS members: We will have our first meeting on Thursday, Oct 3^rd at 7:15AM in room 516A.  Attendance is required. If you have any questions please see Mr. Roseen.

 

From Mr. Jotter: Winter I sports sign-ups are right around the corner. Winter I Sports consists of Girls Basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girls grades 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before parents sign you up on Edu Trak. The cost for sports is $110.00. THE LAST DAY TO SIGN-UP FOR WINTER I SPORTS IS OCTOBER 29^TH. NO EXCEPTIONS FOR LATE REGISTRATIONS. Winter Sports I starts on Monday, October 28^th.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

From Administration: We would like to extend a special thank you to Trader Joe’s in Eagan and Valley Natural Foods in Burnsville for there generous donation of snacks (granola bars, applesauce) to our nurses office. Thank you, we really appreciate your support!!

 

From District 196 Health Services: Dear ISD 196 Middle and High School Parent/Guardian,

 

Impaired vision and/or hearing can drastically impact a student’s ability to learn. During the months of October and November, District 196 nurses have partnered with the Eagan Lions Club to provide FREE vision screenings for 7th and 10th grade students under the MD5M Lions KidSight Foundation’s vision screening program. Valley Middle School 7^th grade vision screening will be Tuesday, October 22.

 

Members of the Lions Club have been certified in the use of a vision screener. The vision screener is capable of screening for near-sightedness, far-sightedness, astigmatism and pupil size deviations. The individual screening of students only takes a few seconds and is performed from a distance of about three feet. No eye drops are administered.

 

If the student does not pass the screening, a vision referral letter will be sent home recommending further examination by an eye professional. No notice will be provided if the student passes. If you do not want your child screened or you have questions, please contact your child’s school nurse. 

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, September 23rd, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Thursday, September 26^th – STEM Family Night – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday, October 2^nd – Parent Teacher Conferences 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

PTO Meeting 5:00 pm

Friday, October 4^th – NO SCHOOL Data Analysis Day

Monday, October 7^th – Tuesday, October 29^th – Winter Sports I Sign-ups on Edu Track – Girls basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girls in grades 6th, 7^th and 8^th. Winter Sports I starts on Monday, October 28^th.

 

Check out the VMSS Calendar on our website for sports games/matches.

https://vmss.district196.org  - click on the word “Menu” – Scroll down and click on “Families” – Scroll down to “Family Resources” then click on the “Calendar” link.

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, September 23^rd – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “A”

Tuesday, September 24^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “B and Tuesday 1”

Wednesday, September 25^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “C and Wednesday 1”

Thursday, September 26^th – Gold Day – Band Lesson Day is “D”

Friday, September 27^th – Brown Day – Band Lesson Day is “E”

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mr. Jotter: Winter I sports sign-ups are right around the corner. Winter I Sports consists of Girls Basketball for 7^th and 8^th graders and Wrestling for boys and girls grades 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th. You must have a sports physical on file with the school before parents sign you up on Edu Trak. The cost for sports is $110.00. THE LAST DAY TO SIGN-UP FOR WINTER I SPORTS IS OCTOBER 29^TH. NO EXCEPTIONS FOR LATE REGISTRATIONS. Winter Sports I starts on Monday, October 28^th.

 

From Administration: Students are not allowed to stay after school to watch sporting events/games without THEIR parent/guardian.

 

From Apple Valley High School: The AVHS Cheer team is hosting: Little Leaders Cheer Clinic for K – 8^th Grader

On Thursday, September 26^th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm and Saturday, September 28^th 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Learn some cheer and put your skills to practice during the first half of the Apple Valley High School Homecoming game.

Apple Valley High School Homecoming Football Games is on Saturday, September 28^th – Game starts at 12:00 pm

Registration Now Open Through Community Education.

 

From Mr. Staum: 2024-2025 VMSS Dungeons & Dragons Club Sign up Info! 

Start Date: Monday September 23rd and will continue until May. Where: Fab Lab Room 515 (Mr. Staum)

When: Mondays & Wednesdays

Times: 2:50pm - 4:50pm

Who: 6th, 7th & 8th graders!

Student Sign up form Link: https://forms.gle/pDthk4kt8p8bVZi87

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

STEM Family Night 2024.pdf 

You're Invited!
Valley Middle School STEM Family Night & Picnic

Date: September 26, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Valley Middle School

We warmly invite you and your family to join us for an exciting evening of fun, learning, and creativity at our STEM Family Night & Picnic!

Enjoy over a dozen hands-on projects and activities where you can build, design, and discover together. This event promises a great opportunity to explore the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.

We hope to see you there!

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, September 16th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Wednesday, September 18^th – PTO Meeting 5:00 pm Room 201

Thursday, September 16^th – STEM Family Night

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, September 16^th – Gold Day

Tuesday, September 17^th – Brown Day

Wednesday, September 18^th – Gold Day

Thursday, September 19^th – Brown Day

Friday, September 20^th – Gold Day

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From Mrs. Trudeau: For all of next week (9/16-9/23): Are you interested in creating a city for the FUTURE? Do you enjoy building, writing essays, and/or presenting? How about working hard with a team? If you answered YES, then Future City Competition might be for you! FCC is open to all grades and meets once or twice a week from October – January. Interested? Attend a meeting in room 207 from 3:00-3:30 on Monday, 9/23. Can’t come? Email Ms. Trudeau at sarah.trudeau@district196.org.

 

From Mr. Staum: 2024-2025 VMSS Dungeons & Dragons Club Sign up Info! 

Start Date: Monday September 23rd and will continue until May. Where: Fab Lab Room 515 (Mr. Staum)

When: Mondays & Wednesdays

Times: 2:50pm - 4:50pm

Who: 6th, 7th & 8th graders!

Student Sign up form Link: https://forms.gle/pDthk4kt8p8bVZi87

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Monday, September 9th, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Monday, September 9^th – Fall Sports Start after school

Wednesday, September 18^th – PTO Meeting 5:00 pm Room 201

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Monday, September 9^th – Brown Day

Tuesday, September 10^th – Gold Day

Wednesday, September 11^th – Brown Day

Thursday, September 12^th – Gold Day

Friday, September 13^th – Brown Day

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From the Administration:  All students, if you forgot something at home and you know that a parent will be dropping it off, please pick it up on the table in the vestibule in the main entrance of the school between classes or during the noontime.  Students will not be paged to pick up forgotten items.  Valley Middle School of STEM is not responsible for any lost or stolen items from that table.

 

From Mr. Jotter: All students interested in participating in school sports MUST have a sports physical on file with the school. The fee to participate is $110.00. Please register on-line through EduTrak.

7^th and 8^th graders interested in participating in fall sports have the option to sign up for: Boys and Girls Cross Country, Boys and Girls Soccer, Girls Tennis, and Girls Volleyball.

6^th grade students may participate in Boys and Girls Cross Country and Girls Tennis this fall.

LAST DAY TO SIGN UP FOR FALL SPORTS IS SEPTEMBER 11^TH. NO EXCEPTIONS FOR LATE REGISTRATIONS.

 

From Mrs. Sanchez VMSS Attendance Secretary: Ways to report your student’s absence, early pick up or late arrival. Please include the student’s name, grade, and reason for absence.

 

• Go to VMSS Webpage: www.vmss.district196.org click on REPORT AN ABSENCE at the top of the home page. (Student ID needed)
• To call: use the attendance line: 651-683-6969 Ext. 82616
• To email: use this address: vms.attendance@district196.org
• Send a written note with student to turn into the office

 

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

From Apple Valley High School: AVID Marketplace September 14, 2024 10-3 @ Apple Valley High School Live Music, Food Trucks, Face painting, Henna, Jewelry, Baked Goods, and MORE!

VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL of STEM
WEEKLY BULLETIN
For the week of Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS AT VMS:

Tuesday, September 3^rd – Fall Sports Sign-ups on Edu Trak

Wednesday, September 4^th – Fall Sports Sign-ups on Edu Trak

Thursday, September 5^th – First Day of Fall Sports

 

STAFF AND STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tuesday, September 3^rd – Brown Day

Wednesday, September 4^th – Gold Day

Thursday, September 5^th – Brown Day

Friday, September 6^th – Gold Day

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: (New announcements are in italic)

From the Administration:  All students, if you forgot something at home and you know that a parent will be dropping it off, please pick it up on the table in the vestibule in the main entrance of the school between classes or during the noontime.  Students will not be paged to pick up forgotten items.  Valley Middle School of STEM is not responsible for any lost or stolen items from that table.

 

From Mr. Jotter: All students interested in participating in school sports MUST have a sports physical on file with the school. The fee to participate is $110.00. Please register on-line through EduTrak.

7^th and 8^th graders interested in participating in fall sports have the option to sign up for: Boys and Girls Cross Country, Boys and Girls Soccer, Girls Tennis, and Girls Volleyball.

6^th grade students may participate in Boys and Girls Cross Country and Girls Tennis this fall.

 

From Mrs. Sanchez VMSS Attendance Secretary: Ways to report your student’s absence, early pick up or late arrival. Please include the student’s name, grade, and reason for absence.

 

• Go to VMSS Webpage: www.vmss.district196.org click on REPORT AN ABSENCE at the top of the home page. (Student ID needed)
• To call: use the attendance line: 651-683-6969 Ext. 82616
• To email: use this address: vms.attendance@district196.org
• Send a written note with student to turn into the office