9-01-23 Update
Where did August go? The first day of Fall will be here in three weeks and we are ready for some cooler weather! There are plenty of Dragon events to support as our schedule gets busier, so we hope you will attend, as well as consider volunteering or working at these events. Want to be an official Dragon Backer? See details below. We need workers (admission gate, VB line judges, scorekeepers, etc.) throughout the year, so contact the District Office for more information.
DRAGON BACKER
Are you interested in helping our school and also advertising in our sports programs? There are two levels of donations. Black and Gold Club is a donation of $250 and you will be recognized with a business card ad in our sports program. Dragon Club membership is a minimum of a $25 donation. This will put your family or business name in the program. Contact john.hamon@vfalls338.com soon for more information and to be included in our fall sports programs. Thanks for your support!
Trapshooting Team
If any 6th through 12th grade students are interested in joining the Valley Falls Trapshooting Teams Fall League, please contact Jesica Clark at 785-817-1641 or email valleyfallstrapteam@gmail.com. Registration deadline is Sunday, September 10.
Reality U
USD 338 will be hosting Reality U for our 8th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students on the morning of September 7. The 9th grade will not participate as typically the event is only with 8th and 10th grade students and the district plan is to provide the event on a yearly basis going forward to the 8th and 10th grade class. The 11th and 12th grade students have missed the 8th and 10th grade cycle so they are included in this year's event.
The event will be split into two sessions as below:
Session 1 - 8TH & 10TH - 09/07/2023 @ 8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Session 2 - 11th & 12th - 09/07/2023 @ 9:55 AM - 11:15 AM
We need 24 volunteers and you will be trained. Contact john.hamon@vfalls338.com if you can help. Time for volunteers would be from 8:00 to 11:30.
HOW REALITY U WORKS Reality U brings a bit of “reality” to students through a 75-minute interactive and engaging personal finance simulation. Students imagine their life as a 26-year-old and complete an online questionnaire. This information is entered into our trademarked software, along with their current GPA, to create a unique and individualized future scenario. Each scenario includes the student’s monthly income, credit card debt, student loan information, as well as marital and family status. Students are given a checkbook register to track their monthly purchases from the 12 booths representing services and/or products that adults typically must purchase or consider each month. Sometimes they must return a “purchase” and make a different decision. The checkbook register can’t fall below zero! This event actively engages students to help them understand the importance of how their performance in school today impacts their future. It also provides the community an opportunity to share in local students’ learning and developing an understanding of the world of work.
Dolly Parton Imagination Library
All Kansas children ages 0-5 are eligible to enroll and participate in The Dolly Parton Imagination Library of Kansas. Simply click HERE to enroll your child in the program to receive a free, age-appropriate book every month in the mail until your child’s 5th birthday. FLIER with information.
HEALTH
We have had some sickness going around the school. Take the following steps to minimize your risk:
Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water is not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Cover coughs and sneezes with an elbow or tissue. Throw the used tissue away and immediately wash your hands.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily -- including phones, keyboards, doorknobs, handles and light switches – with an EPA-registered disinfectant.
If you are sick, STAY HOME!!
After School Activities at the Christian Church
KEEP
The Kansas Education Enrichment Program (KEEP) provides qualifying parents and guardians with a $1,000 award per eligible student to pay for a variety of educational goods and services that promote learning and facilitate academic enrichment opportunities.
FLIER with more information.
Weekly Activities
Parents are still welcome to donate gatorade or other sports drinks to the football team.. If you have any questions, please email Dallas.brown@vfalls338.com
Friday, Sept. 1 Pep Assembly in west gym @ 2:45 pm
HSFB @ ACCHS 7:00 pm
Saturday, Sept. 2 Varsity VB Tournament @ Jeff West 8:00 am
Monday, Sept. 4 Labor Day-No School-Enjoy the day off!
Tuesday, Sept. 5 HSVB @ ACCHS with Oskaloosa 5:00 pm
Wed., Sept 6 Picture Day! Fall Sports, Elementary, Middle & High School (west) Thursday, Sept. 7 Reality U in East Gym
HSXC Meet @ Lyndon 4:00 pm
MSVB vs P.Ridge @ HOME
MSFB vs P.Ridge @ HOME
Friday, Sept. 8 HSFB @ Troy 7:00 pm
“Tell me and I forget, Teach me and I remember, Involve me and I learn.”
(Benjamin Franklin)
Supporting Your Child BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS
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