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Welcome to November!

This month, our school-wide focus turns to the core value of Gratitude. As the season changes, we are taking time to help our students reflect on appreciation, community, and the many good things surrounding us each day.

Looking back on October, our school community truly shined. Not even the rain could stop us from enjoying our annual Halloween Parade! Between our vibrant Halloween festivities, an impactful Red Ribbon Week, and our inspiring Hispanic Heritage celebrations, our students had incredible opportunities to learn, celebrate, and connect.

As we settle into the new month, here are two key administrative updates:

• California Healthy Kids Survey (CHKS): The survey window is now open throughout the entire month of November. Your input is vital in shaping our school climate, programs, and support systems. Please take a few moments this month to complete the survey—we deeply value your feedback!

• End of Trimester 1: This week officially marks the end of our first trimester. Teachers are finalizing grades, and hard-copy report cards will be sent home with students on Wednesday, November 18th.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support in making Valley View such a wonderful place for our students to learn and grow.

Have a fantastic week!

Mrs. Hynding

Ms. Revuelta (Ms. R) will be a temporary counselor at Valley View while Ms. Martinez is out on leave. We are thrilled that she has joined the dolphin community to ensure that our students continue to receive support 🐬

*If you have a sixth grader, please be sure that they have a TDAP on file with the health office!

Please remember to turn in medical authorizations if your child(ren) takes medications in school. If students attend a trip outside of school hours and require meds, they MUST have a medical authorization form on file.

Medical Authorization English

Medical Authorization Spanish

It is important that all students attend school every day. Exceptions may include if your child is ill. Please plan all family vacations during school vacation days. It is important to set your child up for success by assuring they are in school. For a detailed look at the Duarte Unified School District's attendance policies, please click this link:

Duarte Attendance Policies

We realize some absences are for health or other reasons. But, when students are absent they can fall far behind in what they learn. Whether the absence is excused or unexcused It means your child is missing important classroom learning time.

Some Attendance Tips:

• Please notify the office within 72 hours to report your child's absence and the reason they were not in school. Please report using THIS LINK or calling 626-599-5512.
• Illness, bereavement, and court hearings are the only reason for an "Excused" absence.
  
• Make sure your students keep a regular bedtime and establish a morning routine.
  
• Turn off all electronics including TVs, phones, and tablets at bedtime.
  
• Make sure clothes and pack backpacks are ready the night before.
  
• Check with our school nurse or office staff if you are not sure about when to keep your child at home due to illness.
  
• Avoid scheduling vacations or doctor’s appointments when school is in session.
  
• Talk to teachers and counselors for advice if your student feels anxious about going to school.
  
• Develop backup plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, neighbor, or another parent to take your student to school.
  

Please let us know how we can best support you and your student so that they can show up for school on time every day.

Please do not forget to send with your child every day:

• School materials including books, homework, projects, etc.
• Water bottle
• Breakfast and/or lunch (lunch available to all students free of charge for the 2026-2027 school year.)
• Layers of clothing (sweatshirt, windbreaker, etc.) Keep an eye on the weather.
• A growth mindset for a successful day!

*Students who receive outside transportation by bus will always be able to receive breakfast upon arrival regardless of the time.

November 2-November 30- California Healthy Kids Survey Window

November 6- SWIM store and end of Trimester 1

November 11- Veteran's Day Holiday- No School

November 12- Parent Tour 9AM

November 13- Career Day

November 17- Author's Tea

November 17- School Site Council 4PM

November 18- Report Card Distribution

November 19- Trimester 1 Awards

November 19- Pali Virtual Meeting for 5th Grade Families 7PM

November 20- Minimum Day

November 23-27- Fall Break