Daily Announcements for 4/18

Orange Day

Please keep the following in mind as we head into the State mandated testing (Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress) next week:

· Bring a fully charged Chromebook with you everyday.

· You may not have either a cellphone or a smart watch during testing time; both will need to be turned off and put away during testing.

· If you normally start the day at Valley High School, you will need to be at Southwoods instead (there is more information about bus transfers below).

· Take an actual book with you to each day of testing. Any remaining time after you have finished a test is considered reading time. You will not be able to use any electronic devices, such as phones or eReaders, until the testing period is over.

· The testing schedule is in today’s announcements (click here).

Community Service

Blank Park Zoo, Race for Hope DSM – 5K Run/Walk, AND Healthy Kids Day are all looking for volunteers. Visit the Silver Cord website for more information.

Make a Friend Friday

Students are reminded that the third Friday of each month is “Make a Friend Friday.” Club Alpha ask all Southwoods students to make a new friend by doing two things this Friday (Apr. 19). First, say, “Hi” and introduce yourself to someone new; second, invite him or her to your lunch table and have a conversation with someone new!

Sports News

For the week’s complete schedule (click here).

“Just one smile, immensely increases the beauty, of the universe.” Smiling-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).

Schedules for ISASP Testing (Apr. 22-25):

Mon, April 22 Block BLACK DAY
Testing -Conditions for Learning Survey -Reading	8:20-10:20
2	10:20-11:25
1st Lunch 6	11:30-12:00 12:05-1:05
6 2nd Lunch 6	11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30 12:35-1:05
6 3rd Lunch	11:30-12:35 12:35-1:05
4	1:10-2:12
8	2:17-3:20

Tues, April 23 Block BLACK DAY
1	8:20-9:30
Encore: Math Test	9:35-10:45
1st Lunch 3	10:45-11:15 11:20-12:35
3 2nd Lunch 3	10:45-11:15 11:20-12:00 12:05-12:35
3 3rd Lunch	10:50-12:05 12:05-12:35
5	12:40-1:58
7	2:03-3:20

Wed, April 24 Block ORANGE DAY
2	8:20-9:40
4	9:45-11:05
1st Lunch 6	11:10-11:40 11:45-1:10
6 2nd Lunch 6	11:10-11:52 11:52-12:23 12:27-1:10
6 3rd Lunch	11:10-12:40 12:40-1:10
8	1:15-2:35

Thurs, April 25 Block ORANGE DAY
Testing Written Language	8:20-10:20
1	10:20-11:25
1st Lunch 3	11:30-12:00 12:05-1:05
3 2nd Lunch 3	11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30 12:35-1:05
3 3rd Lunch	11:30-12:35 12:35-1:05
5	1:10-2:12
7	2:17-3:20

For a single page version of this schedule (click here).

During the ISASP testing the week of April 22nd we WILL be transporting students to and from Valley High School for their classes as VHS is also testing and following the same schedule. Please note that on Monday and Thursday (Apr. 22 & 25) students that have a 1st hour class at Valley High School will start your day at Valley Southwoods, DO NOT GO TO VALLEY BEFORE SCHOOL on these days.

There is no school for students Friday, Apr. 26th as it is a Professional Development day. School resumes at regular times on Monday, Apr. 29, 2019. If you would like to view the District calendar for similar days in the future (click here).

Valley Dance Team Auditions: The team invites all dancers who will be in grades 9-12 in the 2019-2020 school year to their auditions (April 25th, 2019)! See today’s announcements for details or (click here hardcopy).

· Each dancer and a guardian will be required to attend an information meeting in the Valley High School Forum on April 22nd, 2019 from 6-7:00 pm.

· Dancers will be required to attend both audition practice times on April 23rd, 2019 from 5:30-7:15 pm in the Valley High School North Gym and April 24th, 2019 from 5:30-8:00 pm in the Valley North Gym.

· Closed Auditions will be April 25th from 7:15-9:00 pm in the Valley North Gym.

· If you have any questions please contact Coach Tessa (email click here).

PREP CLASSES: Are you prepared for Valley’s dance team auditions? Get ready at one of our VDT drop-in audition prep classes! VDT is hosting three different classes for students in grades 8-11:

· Jazz and Technique Class (taught by coach Lindsay Brand): Offered April 8, 2019, from 7:30-9 p.m. at Valley High School North Gym

· Hip-Hop Class (taught by Iowa Wolves’ dance team choreographer Lexi Hanna): Offered April 10, 2019, from 5:30-7 p.m. at Valley High School North Gym

· Pom Technique Class (taught by head coach Tessa Kelly): Offered April 16, 2019, from 5:30-7 p.m. at Valley High School North Gym

We are offering one class for $10 or all three classes for $20. These classes are strongly recommended for dancers who are interested in joining the varsity dance team. To RSVP, please (click here) and reserve your spot!

Community Education Classes

Adventures Class: Adulting 101, Grades 7-9

In this fun and interactive workshop, your student will learn some of the basic life skills they may not learn in the classroom. These include sewing on a button, cooking a meal, etiquette, safety and even car repair! Class taught free of charge by Iowa State Extension. Register now (click here).

Saturday, 5/11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $0. Learning Resource Center – Crestview Room.

Parent Quest Class: Teen Vaping: What Parents Need to Know

Teen vaping is more than just a trend. It’s been reported that nearly 1 in 3 high school students have tried vaping! Considering the fact that a lot of advertising is geared towards teens, it’s not surprising that so many are trying it. In this class we’ll discuss the risks of vaping, why it’s popular with our youth, signs to look for, and some advice on talking with your child about vaping. Register now (click here).

Thursday, 4/25, 6:30-8 p.m., $0. Learning Resource Center – Fairmeadows Room.

Valley Southwoods Drama: Please note on your calendar that the spring musical Zombie Prom will be performed May 3, 4 & 5 at the Stilwell auditorium. If you are viewing this online, please click here for more details.