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A Weekly Update from Perkiomen Valley High School May 21

ONE MORE TIME!

We are excited to offer ONE MORE OPPORTUNITY to move your student to in-person instruction this school year. You can fill out this form, Last Chance to move to in-person this year ,until May 26th for instruction that will begin on June 1st. You will receive a confirmation email on May 27th.

If your student is hoping to drive to school and park on campus, they must apply for and receive a parking permit. Students without a valid parking permit may NOT drive to school. If your students was in-person previously, moved to virtual and had a permit, that permit is NO LONGER VALID. Students will receive a NEW SPOT. Bus information for those hoping to take a bus will be entered into ParentVue.

Next week

Keystone Exams continue next week with the Algebra Exam on May 25th and the Biology Exam on May 27th. Those who are scheduled to take those exams as well as our low incidence special education students will report to the building on this day. All other students , including NMTCC students, will participate virtually (and synchronously) during their scheduled class time.

Switch to Virtual Mode

You may still move your student to virtual learning at any time by filling out the form which can be found Here- link to change to virtual

Keystone Exams

This week, email communication was sent to parents of students scheduled to take Keystone Exams this Spring. Please note the following information regarding Keystone Exams.

Keystone Exams will occur as follows

Literature- May 19th

Algebra- May 25th

Biology- May 27th

1. Students will take Keystone Exams on site at the High School on these dates. All other students, excluding low incidence special education students, will participate in classes virtually and synchronously from home.

Students who attend tech and are scheduled to take a Keystone Exam will NOT attend tech on the day of their Exam.

2. All testing students MUST use their school issued chromebook. If your child does not currently have a school issued chromebook, they should report to the HS library to receive one at their earliest convenience.

3. Students who will need bus transportation to school on the day of their Keystone Exam MUST complete the form below, to ensure transportation will be provided. Even if your child currently rides the bus on a daily basis, we will need to account for each student requiring transportation on these testing days.

Keystone Testing Transportation Form

4. Any parent or guardian who wishes to opt their child out of testing may do so by sending an email to keystone2021@pvsd.org. Further opt out instructions will be shared with you after that email is received.

Please send any questions or concerns to Mr. Berk at sberk@pvsd.org

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Students of the Month for NMTCC

Congratulations to Makayla McKiernan and Aidan Judd! They were chosen for NMTCC's June's Student of the Month by their teachers. Congratulations to both students on this recognition.

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Yearbook Distribution

If you missed the online ordering deadline, do not worry, there will be extra yearbooks available come June on the handout days for $100 (cash only). Here is a listing of when yearbooks can be picked up by grade. ALL students will need to show student id's or license as proof of identification for pickup. In person students will also receive a yearbook pickup ticket prior to the handout day, one which they will need to keep and bring along on handout day. If you have any questions, please email welser@pvsd.org.

Seniors will be able to pick up their yearbooks on June 10 after the graduation walk and before the senior picnic.

Grades 9-11 In-Person students will be getting their yearbook on June 16 during the half day of school.

Grades 9-11 Virtual students/ parents will be able to go through a drive-up pickup on June 16 from 4-6 pm in the HS Main Office Loop.

Career Study

Career Study begins May 17th. Please refer to the website for additional information regarding the expectations for the Class of 2021.

https://sites.google.com/a/pvsd.org/perkiomen-valley-high-school/departments/career-study

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Week of Change

SAFE Collective’s Week of Change is coming!! SAFE Collective's Week of Change is a collaborative celebration of the rich culture that makes up our world and our PVSD community. The event starts Sunday, May 16th and consists of six days of online activities and will conclude with an in-person celebration at PVHS on Saturday, May 22nd. From guest speakers, to activities, to a Supers Celebration honoring all the contributions the PVSD teachers, administration, and staff have made this year, Week of Change is going to be an event to remember for everyone (K-12 are welcome). Our objectives are for people to leave feeling educated and eager to learn more and participate in a true change in our communities. Please register to come to the event via the QR codes on the flyer attached below or via these links: Online Registration, In-person Registration. You MUST register to come! Spread the word and see you there!!!!!!!!

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Senior Survey

Please remind your senior to complete the Senior Survey in Naviance as soon as possible. This is imperative so the Counseling Center knows where to send your final transcripts. The senior survey is located in - The "About Me" Tab under "Surveys from your School" - "Senior Survey 2021." Students should contact their counselor if they have any questions.

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Senior Dues

The time is here to collect Senior Dues of $25

These dues cover the expense of the cap and gown for graduation. Yes, graduation is LESS than 1 month away!! Payment is set up in synergy or students may bring a check into the office and give it to Mrs. McCloskey. Checks can be made out to Class of 2021. Please be sure to check the announcements, media sites, and Class of 2021 webpage for deadlines and responsibilities for Seniors. The cap and gown will not be distributed until all outstanding dues/fees have been cleared.

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Disney Refunds

The refund checks have been sent out. If you have questions about your refund please contact one of the class advisors.

Mrs. Ubowski kubowski@pvsd.org or Mr. Storm mastorm@pvsd.org

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Career Study

Career Study begins May 17th. Please refer to the website for additional information regarding the expectations for the Class of 2021.

https://sites.google.com/a/pvsd.org/perkiomen-valley-high-school/departments/career-study

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Seniors' Google Files

Graduating student accounts will become inactive on July 15, 2021. Meaning, after July 15, graduating seniors will no longer have access to their PV Gmail nor their Google Drive. Students can transfer their school files and emails using Google Takeout and Google Transfer. More information can be found in this article. Additional information, including directions for transferring files, will be shared directly with graduating seniors next week. Please contact helpdesk@pvsd.org if you have any questions or if you wish opt your child out of using this service.