5-4-23 Update
Next week is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week! We are so fortunate to have an awesome staff that goes above and beyond for our district!
Bond Update (Pictures on Website)
Progress for the week of 5/1-5/4
1. Finished installing cabinets in Pre-K.
2. Address floor issue in Pre-K
Work schedule for the week of 5/8-5/12
1. Redo floor in Pre-K.
2. Install Markerboards.
3. Layout new concrete parking area west of Pre-K
Educate Kansas made an awesome video! It features our community, staff and students Check it out here. It is also located on the home page of our website.
HOST A STUDENT-There will be several International Exchange students coming to our area that are needing host families. If you are interested in hosting an international exchange student for the 2023-2024 school year, please contact Deborah Sturgeon at deb.sturgeon66@gmail.com Flyer Student Information
More Foreign Exchange Student Information: We will have 23 Ukrainian students coming to the U.S. for the 23-24 school year. They are recipients of the Future Leaders Exchange Program. If any family is interested in hosting a student from this country or if you need additional info about this scholarship please contact me. Deborah Sturgeon 785-250-7189 deb.sturgeon66@gmail.com
VFAA is hosting a youth softball camp on May 23rd and 24th for grades 1st-8th. Registration is done online at www.leaguelineup.com/valleydra.... Register by May 7th. Information HERE
Employment Opportunities We are HIRING! Check out the opportunities click on the link, even coaching positions are open.
23.24 School Calendar Approved 2.13.23
Mark your Calendars for Events in May
Get involved with Boxtops! Find out more here
Parents of 8th Graders the World of Fun Trip is May 12th! Please look at this registration form HERE
Valley Falls's annual 4-H parade is celebrating 75 years this summer, check it out! HERE
Sunflower Summer 2023: Free Access to Over 100 Kansas Attractions and More! Click HERE
Summer Reading at the Deleware Township Library information here
Next Week’s Schedule:
Monday, May 8th: Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Tuesday, May 9th: 6-12 concert @ 7 pm
Wednesday, May 10th: Academics/Athletics Banquet East Gym 6:30 HIGHSCHOOL PARENTS: Please check your email regarding this, there is a form you fill out if you are attending.
Thursday, May 11: NEKL Track High School @ Pleasant Ridge
Friday, May 12th: 8th Grade WOF Trip
FFA Banquet 5:30 pm
Supporting Your
Child
Celebrating Mental Health
Awareness Month in May
May is Mental Health Awareness; month.
K-12 are doing things to encourage
awareness, positive mental health and
seeking help when needed.
Tips for Parents
Build a support system - Help your child identify trusted adults to talk to when feeling stressed.
Resources for students/parents -
-988 Suicide Crisis Hotline
-24 Hour Free Parent Hotline
(833-441-2240) for behavioral health crisis
-A Friend AsKS app-www.ag.ks.gov
(tools and resources to help a friend who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide/depression)
-7cups.com-free 24/7 chat for emotional support
Prevention - This includes proper rest, eating healthy foods, limiting screen time, spending time outdoors, and exercising. It’s also important to help your child identify coping skills such as:
-slow, deep breathing
-journaling/drawing/coloring
-identifying and expressing their feelings
-helping someone else
-meditation/mindfulness