Orange Day
Southwoods Drama
. . . students are reminded the Drama Awards Banquet is Sunday. See today’s announcements for details.
· Who: Participants in the Fall Play, IHSSA, and/or the Spring Musical
· When: Sunday, May 12 at 6:00 p.m.
· Where: Staplin Performing Arts Center at VHS.
· Purpose: We will celebrate our year and accomplishments in style. See you there!
· Questions? Stop by and see Mr. Penning.
FCA
Join us at the FCA End-of-Year Bash on Monday (May 13) in the North Gym at Valley High School from 7:30-9 pm. We’ll have lots of fun games to play, plus Hope’s Danny Housholder will share some stories! All Valley, Southwoods, Indian Hills and Stilwell students are invited to attend!
Don’t forget to follow us on twitter @Valley_FCA and Instagram @valleyhs_fca.
Pennies for Patients
Today is the last day to drop some money in your teachers P4P box!
· Dates: Apr. 29-May 11
· Goal: $1,500
· Cause: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS).
· Reward: The teacher that raises the most money will get ice cream sandwiches for every student.
Sports News
Football players, put this in your planner: Team meeting with Coach Swenson the morning of Thursday, May 23rd at 8:00 in the Southwoods’ gym. Questions? Stop by and see Coach Mitchell or Coach Lansink.
For the week’s complete schedule (click here).
“It’s what you learn after you know it all that counts.” Learning-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).
The May 14th AP Human Geography Exam
The Exam will be given at the West Des Moines Christian Church (4501 Mills Civic Pkwy) on Tuesday, May 14 beginning at 12:00 pm. Estimated finish time for the test will be 2:45 pm. Students will be bused to the church from Southwoods. Those students with school licenses are allowed to drive to the test. We request parent pick-up at the church rather than having the students return to Southwoods for a few minutes of class. Students are to eat first lunch that day and board the buses at 11:30 am. The test is challenging and their nerves will be on high that day. They will be tired when it is over.
VSW Registration Packet Volunteers Needed: Four parent volunteers are needed to help assemble registration packets. Students of the parent volunteers can also sign up to help and earn Silver Cord hours.
Monday, June 3, 2019, from 9 – 11:00 am. Sign-up (click here). Thanks for your consideration!
If you have any questions or would like to sign up by email, please contact Julie Bebensee (email click here).
Clive Community Services Seeking Volunteer Physicians! CCS is seeking volunteer physicians for our free clinic. Due to maternity leave and continuing education, we find ourselves in immediate need. Our clinic is open Mondays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Any level of commitment is acceptable and would be most welcome. Please contact Karla (email click here) to learn more. Additionally, please share this need with any physicians who may be interested. Thank you!
Community Education Class
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.
Anyone at you house interested in playing, or learning to play, TENNIS? Summer camps are available:
· This is for boys ages 3 up to 8th grade (going into 8th grade for the 2019/20 school year – NOT incoming freshman). For more information (click here).
· This is for girls in first grade all the way through returning varsity players from the Valley team. For more information (click here).
VHS/VSW Finals Schedule
May 2019
Day 1 Wednesday, May 29
Period Time
3 8:20 AM – 9:50 AM
5 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Lunch 11:30 AM – 12:05 PM
7 12:10 PM – 1:40 PM
Buses arrive at 2:35 PM
Day 2 Thursday, May 30
Period Time
2 8:20 AM – 9:50 AM
4 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Lunch 11:30 AM – 12:05 PM
8/Early Bird 12:10 PM – 1:40 PM
Buses arrive at 1:45 PM
Day 3 Friday, May 31
Period Time
1 8:20 AM – 9:50 AM
6 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Lunch 11:30 AM – 12:05 PM
Buses arrive at 12:10 PM
Finals Week Notes:
· May 27: No School (Memorial Day)
· May 28: Chromebook return begins. (Click here) for more information.
· May 28: Is a black day and will run on a “Monday” eight-period schedule, not the usually extended period schedule (OB).
· May 29: First day of testing.
· May 31: Last day of testing. Makeup tests can be arranged with a teacher for Friday afternoon if a student misses a testing period as teachers are available until 3:20 pm.
· Open Campus: Unless otherwise instructed by a teacher, you do not have to be at school when you do not have a test. If you have missing assignments, a teacher can revoke your open campus privileges and require you to be in his or her room to complete those assignments.
· 2019-20: Next year’s school calendar is online (click here).
If you are viewing this online:
· Please click here for information on the Back to School Health Fair.
· Please click here for more information about the WDM Police Open House.
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