We love you seniors! #classof2020 #wearethevalley
Tonight April 10th, MdCV will be joining schools around the country by turning on our stadium lights at 8:20 pm, which is 20:20 military time for 20 mins, and 20 secs to honor the class of 2020. At 8:20 pm tonight, drive by to show support for our graduating class of 2020!
We're starting to get a little stir crazy, so let's do a Spirit Week! Be sure to share a daily photo of you and your family on social media participating in our themed days next week, April 13-17! Be sure to tag it #wearethevalley! Looking forward to seeing all of your photos!
Looking for a job in education or know someone who is? Interested in coaching a sport? Interested in driving a bus? Check out: https://jobs.kansasteachingjobs.com/4.0/inner.php?p=scripts/funct.employer.details&employerCode=03a673cfc292530&MapQuery=105+SW+Main++Melvern%2C+KS+66510
Did you miss last night's virtual board meeting? You can check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCPqFO4qYCE
Students and Parents - be sure to check out Mrs. Sumner's "Thoughtful Tuesday" tips and ideas to help you through the week!
Students! Are you staying on track during Continuous Learning? Review these tips to make sure you are making this transition work for you!
Parents - As we begin Week 2 of Continuous Learning, be sure to take a moment and review this week's technology tips!
UPDATE! District food service is changing its schedule! Drive-thru service will now occur only on Mondays and Thursdays at both locations, 12:00-12:30pm. Food served will cover breakfast/lunch for each weekday, as usual. Again, this service is for ANY child 1-18 and is FREE!
Due to recent events concerning the security of Zoom Meetings involving published invites, the April board meeting will instead be available via live stream on our district YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0Mr-fRI6I-sNYkWBe-pz0g
Our district social worker, Mary Sumner, will be providing valuable information each week during the remainder of the semester for those that may need some extra help during this time. Take a look at this week's "Mental Notes!"
Today is National Paraeducator Day! Our paras proudly serve many unsung roles assisting students on a daily basis! Although their role is somewhat altered during this time, we certainly appreciate everything they do for our schools! Paras, be sure to check your email later today!
Kids still trying to make that transition to home school? Take a look at our optimal day organizer! While it may not fit everyone, it can be the starting point for organizing a day/morning/afternoon/evening of school work! Be sure to stay in touch with staff for assistance!
Have you completed the U.S. Census yet? Get one of those blue cards in the mail? Fill it out online and you will be performing a great service! Census data determines hundreds of programs we utilize everyday! Visit https://my2020census.gov/ and complete your information!
Does your student need some assistance learning from home? Are they having a tough time figuring things out? Be sure to contact our JH/HS Counselor Emily McCullough! She is here to help our students AND parents through this difficult time!
Is your student having a tough time with the transition? Need help setting goals for the remainder of the semester? Be sure to contact our Social Worker Mary Sumner! She is here to help our students AND parents through this difficult time!
Technology questions? Be sure to contact our Technology Director Kim Dayhoff! She is here to help our students AND parents with all of your technology needs!
Trojan Family - as Day 1 begins, please note contact info:
Superintendent - jsample@usd456.org
Principal - twollenberg@usd456.org
Principal - bgordon@usd456.org
Technology - kdayhoff@usd456.org
Social Work - msumner@usd456.org
Counselor - emccullough@usd456.org
Trojan Family - please review the revised district information regarding the county and state stay-at-home order: https://www.mdcv.org/article/221668?org=mdcv
The agenda for the USD 456 Board of Education Meeting on April 7, 2020 has been posted: https://www.mdcv.org/o/mdcv/browse/115286
Due to recommendations from the Governor and Osage County Health, the board will meet via Zoom Meeting. Link listed on the agenda.