Originally delivered on 5/31/2021 12:04 pm

SUBJECT: Monday Memo - May 31, 2021

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May 31, 2021
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Monday, May 31
Memorial Day -- NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, June 2
7:00p PTA Meeting - Virtual
Friday, June 18
5th grade Promotional Ceremony
Monday, June 21
5th Grade Drive-By Clap Out
Wednesday, June 23
Last Day of School
  • MEDLC registration begins tomorrow JUNE 1st at 12:00 pm. Click here for more information.   


  • For incoming Kindergarten parents:  Due to COVID-19  protocols, kindergarten orientation will be virtual this year.  You will receive a kindergarten welcoming packet when you bring your child for screening.  Please use the QR code to view our virtual presentation at your convenience. Please do not hesitate to contact the school with any questions.  We look forward to welcoming your beautiful children for a full day of learning and fun on Thursday, September 9, 2021.


  • Montville Township High School Hall of Fame Educator Recognition Program.  Click here for more information.  


  • For our 5th Grade students:  The New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services has mandated that children born after January 1997 and entering grade six must receive a booster dose of the Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids and Pertussis, (Tdap) vaccine as well as one dose of the  Meningococcal vaccine.  Please see the attached letter with specific information and how to submit the proper documentation.



  • A great way to honor someone for a special occasion is to make a donation to Valley View's Library.  Click here to make a donation through MT.


  • Did you want an exciting way to celebrate your child?  Click here to register for the PTA to "CARD YOUR YARD".


  • There's a limited number of Smencils for sale this year. Buy yours through MT today!


  • Be sure to log onto Parent Access to fill out the health screening for your student(s) who are in person.

Puravida Bracelets

Did you forget to order your Puravida Bracelet?  Well, there is still time.  Additionally, they are in, so distribution will begin.  

https://valleyviewelem.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/03678/PuraVidaFundraiser_VV_2020.pdf

Fundraisers

Did you know that Valley View participates in ongoing fundraiser programs?  These programs include SMILE.AMAZON.COM and Box tops for Education.  Be sure to check out these easy ways to help our school.  

Community Connections

  • Join the Virtual Relay for Life of Greater Montville Township on June 16 & June 17 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. via Facebook Live:  Facebook.com/relayforlifeofgreatermontvilletownship

    Lots of entertainment, speakers and fun games to play to win cool prizes from local businesses including - Tuscany Villa, The Village Market, Metro Pet Supply, Red Bard Restaurant, Pizza Cucina, Zana Spa, and Diane's Dairy.


  • Come join the fun with DST this summer! Tryouts are happening soon for Summer AAU Basketball. Boys grades 3-12 and Girls grades 3-10 will participate in weekly practices and games in Montville and surrounding Morris County towns. Develop skills while having fun! Register today at dstbasketball.com.


  • Cub Scout Packs and Boy Scout Troops of Boonton, Boonton Township, Montville, Towaco, and Pine Brook invite everyone to their Fun Festival.  Activities are expected to include: Model Campsite, Archery*, BB*, Backyard Bass, Balloon Popping, Stomp Rockets, Corn Hole, and Pinewood Derby Cars.  All social distancing regulations will be in effect on that date.
    *Pending approval    

    For information contact Al.Thomas@scouting.org or 973-765-9322 x229


  • The Teen Advisory Board of the Montville Township Library publishes a monthly Montville Library Youth Art Magazine.  They are looking for artwork from students in grades kindergarten through grade 8.  The theme is "Summer Fun."  The deadline to submit your creations is May 25, 2021.  Submit your artwork to Kaitlyn Lee at Kaitlyn.lee100862@gmail.com


  • Fun with Brownie Friends Sessions-Join Girl Scouts!

    Girls entering Grades 2-3 in fall 2021, who have registered to be a Girl Scout Brownie, can attend the virtual five-week series, Fun with Brownie Friends, on Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. via Zoom.

    ·  May 27, Ice Cream Kickoff! Learn about Girl Scout traditions. 

    ·  June 3, Plant a Fairy Wildflower Garden.

    ·  June 10, Make a Lava Lamp. Explore different types of density and expand your math skills with this fun and informative activity.

    ·  June 17, Nature Walk and Wildlife Viewing. Take a walk outside and look for critters. Learn to identify animal footprints and clouds in the sky.

    ·  June 24, Fun Outdoors at Lake Rickabear Camp from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Enjoy pizza, S’mores, games, a scavenger hunt, slime making, and more! Attend our Fun with Brownie Friends Certificate Ceremony.

    Girls will also receive Brownie by Mail Booklets in July and August. Once the five-week guided Fun with Brownie Friends series is completed, your Girl Scout can join a troop or work as an individually registered Girl Scout (known as a Juliette) and start earning her badges and patches.       

    Contact Darlene Lyden Cooper: dlydencooper@gsnnj.org or Customer Care 973-248-8200 to register. For more info go to:  www.gsnnj.org/BrownieFriends             


  • The MTHS Relay for Life Club is holding a sweatshirt sale as a fundraiser for pediatric cancer.  Here is the link: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/support-mths-relay-for-life-club-3398?utm_campaign=mobile-campaign-page-share&utm_content=support-mths-relay-for-life-club-3398&utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link


  • To see June's schedule of programs for Pathways, click here


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