Spring Valley Family News

Message from Ms. Misner

Dear Spring Valley Families,

I hope that you all enjoyed the Thanksgiving break, we only have 2 more weeks of school until we are off again for 2 weeks at Winter Break.

We will be reviewing both Classroom as well as School-Wide Expectations with students this week. Please take some time to talk with your child/children about what it means to SOAR (Safe, Organized, Attentive and Respectful) both at school and at home.

Thank you all for your continued support and partnership on behalf of our children. I appreciate your openness, flexibility and dedication to making this a successful school year!

Take good care,

Ms. Misner

Attendance Procedures- Refresher

Just a reminder that we will continue to follow the KPS Attendance Policy. 3, 5 and 10 day absences start over at the beginning of each trimester.

When your student has the following number of unexcused absences in a trimester, you should expect to receive the following notifications and support:

3 days of unexcused absences in a trimester

Letter or email to parent/guardian
Robo text or phone call

5 days of unexcused absences in a trimester

Letter or email to parent/guardian
In person, virtual or phone conference

10 days of unexcused absences in a trimester

Letter or email to parent/guardian
School attendance committee creates and individualized plan of support

15 days of unexcused absences in a trimester

Letter or email to parent/guardian
Referral to central office.

Parent(s)’/Guardian(s)’ Responsibility:

It is the responsibility of the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) to notify the student’s school as early as possible on the day of an absence and explain the reasons for the absence.
Written or email verification of a student’s absence by a parent/guardian is required (unless otherwise indicated by the appropriate administrator) and should be provided to the school the day after an absence.

Student absences are considered unexcused if documentation supporting an excused absence is not provided.

What is an excused absence?

Student illness and/or appointment verified by the parent/guardian or medical professional
Medically verified extended illness or hospitalization
Attending a funeral
Religious holiday
Absence due to a subpoenaed court appearance
Any time missed due to KPS school transportation issues

As the temperatures continue to drop and the snowflakes begin to fall please make sure students are properly dressed to be outside (Coats, Hats, Gloves, Snow pants).

We believe outdoor play is crucial to all students. We will be outside as much as possible. We will also continue to line up outdoors during arrival.

Please plan on your student going out for recess as long as the real feel temperature is above 0 degrees.

Our next SOAR flight is scheduled for December 12th.

We will be decorating Gingerbread Cookies and Enjoying a Hot Chocolate Bar!

Students can attend the SOAR Flights by saving up the SOAR slips they earn for being: Safe, Organized, Attentive and Respectful.

Don't forget that we have a Food Pantry on site at Spring Valley through Loves and Fishes.

To schedule an appointment, please call Mr. Nate Lake (CIS) at (269) 337-0750.

12/10- No School for Students (Staff Professional Development)
12/12- December SOAR Flight
12/15-12/19- Winter Spirit Week
12/22-1/2- Schools Closed for Winter Break
1/5- School Resumes

If your child has a change in Dismissal Plans, please let the office know prior to 3:00
Remember not to park in the Bus Lane or on the road during arrival and dismissal. Pick up and drop off is in the side parking lot near the gym.
Please make sure that your contact information (phone number, email, address) is updated in the Main Office.

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