Black Day
Encore
Students are reminded that by now you should be signed up for one of next week’s (Jan. 29) Encore sessions. If you do not pick one for yourself, one will be assigned to you.
· To make sure you are signed up, use Infinite Campus to check your schedule and you should see an Encore session that includes next Tuesday’s date in red.
· If you have any questions, talk to any teacher.
Library Assistants
The library needs a new group of assistants second semester. If you enjoy working with books and want to earn silver cord hours, then stop by the library and pick up an application by the end of school today (Jan. 24) and return in by the same time Friday (Jan. 25). If you applied to be an assistant first semester and are still interested, please stop by and update your application.
Boys’ Rugby Club
The VALLEY BOYS’ RUGBY season is fast approaching and there will be a preseason meeting for all 9th -12th grade boys interested in playing this spring. We will be meeting this evening (Jan. 24) at 7:00 in the Forum at Valley High School.
· Coach Andrew will be on hand to answer your questions and give you an overview of what to expect this season.
· If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please contact Coach Andrew (email click here) or 515-333-1076.
Synchronized Swimming
Please plan to attend the re-rescheduled Valley Synchronized Swimming meeting on FRIDAY (Jan. 25). This is for all current members and those interested in joining the team. The meeting is after school in room 1505 (across from the swimming pool) at 3:45. Hope to see you there!
Sports News
All girls interested in playing tennis this spring should attend the pre-season Player/Parent Meeting RESCHEDULED to this evening (Jan. 24) from 7:00-8:00 in the Valley High School Media Center (enter through the north “main” entrance). Contact Coach Conlon (email click here) or 515-360-9196 with any questions.
For the week’s complete schedule (click here)
“The most basic and powerful way to connect to another person is to listen. Just listen. Perhaps the most important thing we ever give each other is our attention. A loving silence often has more power to heal and connect than the most well-intentioned words.” Compassion-Pass It On!
Notes to Parents & Guardians:
Parents and guardians, please take a moment to review your child’s grades and assignments in Infinite Campus. The information you gather here can help to facilitate conversations at home. It is a great opportunity to celebrate successes and encourage improvement.
If you do not have an Infinite Campus account (click here).
Current VSW student’s timeline for completing their sophomore registration (click here).
Boys’ Track Gear link (click here).
The main office has a limited amount of 2019/20 COURSE CATALOGS for sale. The cost is $5.00 each; you must have exact change or make check payable to Valley PTO. Please note that this information is also available online, but if you prefer to work from a hardcopy, you will need to purchase it from the VHS/VSW PTO.
Valley Southwoods Announcements 