Thank you Valley Falls Fire Department and emergency workers for the time you took to meet with our grade school students! You are the best!!
The pumpkin patch came to school today for our kindergarten students. What fun!!
What a fun “Little Dance Night” at the HS football game. Thank you HS dancers for all the work put in making this available for our grade school students. Everyone did a fantastic job - smiles all around!
Good Morning!
Open enrollment for 2nd semester HCC courses has begun. If your student needs assistance with enrollment, please have them see me by Wednesday, October 27th 2021. Just a reminder that 1st semester balances will need to be paid or payment agreements set up before your student can enroll for 2nd semester.
Thanks and have a great day!
Stacy Cervantez
Good Morning Dragon Family,
The USD 338 PTO has reached out to us concerning supply chain issues that are impacting the availability of items at the concession stand recently. They are working with vendors and trying to find items through local grocers and wholesale suppliers. The shortages are impacting candy, Dr. Pepper, and Gatorade the most. Please be understanding at they work through these issues. Thank you and have a great day!
Good Morning!
If your student is interested in taking the Public Speaking course through Highland Community College for the 2nd semester, for college credit, please contact Stacy Cervantez by Wednesday, October 27th, 2021 at Stacy.cervantez@vfalls338.com. The cost is $360, and payment plans can be set up through Highland Community College.
Thank you and have a great day!
Frequently asked bond questions: Is there a plan in the district for capital improvements? YES- https://5il.co/1063k Highlighted areas have been moved to the bond. Estimated revenue in Capital Outlay each year is around $280,000. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked questions: Can other funds be used for capital improvements? Yes, General and Supplemental. However, funds are already budgeted for salaries, instruction, and current district supports such as utilities. Cuts needed if those funds used for capital improvements.
Frequently asked bond question: Why an instructional greenhouse? Academic tool for Career and Tech Ed courses such as Plant/Soil Science, Culinary Arts, hands-on science, and “Farm to Table” concepts. Grown food can be served at lunch. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Friday's High School Football Game vs. Washington County @ Home will be broadcast on KNDY FM 95.5 instead of YouTube.
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Frequently asked bond question: What is included in the new track design? New design will allow for: fix to the correct radius, upgrade to rubberized surface, and an additional lane. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Bond question: Security and safety upgrade?
Upgrades will be made to the security camera system. Also upgrades to the intercom system that will allow more control over building communications. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: Why do you need more classrooms? New educational opportunities (Ag) have created some space challenges. A preschool addition creates space for another SPED room and a STEM room. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: Why do you need another elementary SPED room? The district can move approximately 30-40 students through the current one SPED room each day depending on student needs for the day. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: What is a STEM room? A classroom for PreK-8 STEM (science, technology, engineering, math)- we no longer have a technology lab. Supports critical thinking and problem solving. (i.e. drones, robotics, etc.) More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: What does the HVAC entail? The chiller in the HS must be replaced. Replacing and upgrading the system provides, energy efficiency, quieter learning environment, and more control of daily temperatures. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: What is the multipurpose building? Contains: two large classrooms that can be dual purpose as a meeting/changing room (includes shower/bathrooms), area for officials, and restroom for those using the track. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: Why is a NEW track included? USD 338 had 72 students out for track last year. There is an inequity to these athletes. They do not have a facility that is appropriate for practice or hosting a meet. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
-Games vs P Ridge, start at 4:30-West gym-(B - C -0o
-Sandwiches will be ordered in the AM, ready to serve at 3:25.
-$ owed - 7th & 8th will have 10 meals x $5=$50 The NEK team of 12 players will pay for 2 more games after announced later in season. 6th graders will have 5 home games @$5=$25. If and when they get to travel-pay as they go. Cheerleaders served only on away games including NEK 7 @ $5=$35. 6th Cheer and BBall will owe $60.
Go to https://dragons2021.itemorder.com/sale for your Dragon attire for the season! Help support the MS BBall team get a new heavy duty ball cart and spread school spirit!
Great night for the middle school. Football team beat Oskie 38-6 ending their season 5-2! Great job Dragons! Cheerleaders did a fantastic job cheering on our dragons!
