This Week at MVE

Dear MVE Families,

This is a reminder that Methow Valley Elementary’s Open House is on Wednesday, September 23, from 5 - 6 pm.

This evening will be dedicated to parents and guardians to gain an understanding of the learning taking place during the school day. Students should plan to attend with their adults, who will serve as the guide for the evening. This is an Open House format; families can come anytime between 5 - 6 pm.. Families should plan to spend 10-20 minutes in their child’s classroom. In addition to seeing some of the learning taking place in the classroom, families will also be able to visit with our staff members (PE, Music, Literacy Support, Special Education) and connect with community partners, including Methow Arts and Classroom in Bloom, as well as other community partners as part of the Community Resource Fair in the cafeteria.

Paul Gutzler

Methow Valley Elementary

Principal

Arrival & Dismissal Times:

School begins at 8:25 am and ends at 3:10 pm, Monday-Thursdays, and ends at 1:20 pm on Fridays. *Children can be dropped off no earlier than 8:00 am.

Bus Note Reminder:

Please call in bus notes by 1:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and by 12:00 p.m. on Fridays. Our office phone number is 509-996-2186. Thank you!

No Animals at Parent Pick Up: We ask that animals do not accompany their owners at parent pick up. Over the years, we’ve had dogs, horses, and cats at parent pick-up, and no matter how cute, we ask that they don’t show up to parent pick-up. It's a busy spot, so thanks for supporting an orderly student dismissal.

Picture Day is coming up on September 15th! Please use the link below to pre-order your child's individual pictures. Order forms/fliers were sent home. There are extra forms in the office, as well.

Here is a direct link for ordering online: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001412632

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Parsons Photography at 509-662-9576 or 1-800-846-8469. They are happy to help!

Friday Foods Registration Info: Is your family in need of assistance with food over the weekends during the school year? The Cove has partnered with the Methow Valley School District to offer supplemental food every Friday during the school year to support families in need. The Friday Food Program helps to ensure that our students have every opportunity to be successful during the school year. Please fill out the form below, and we will include your child(ren) on our confidential list for distribution of Friday Food. Return the bottom portion of this form (folded or in an envelope) to the school office. There are also hard copies of this form in the office. Methow Valley Elementary teachers distribute bags to their students. If you have any questions, please contact MVE at 509-996-2186.

Cub Clubs

Fall Clubs begin this week!

• Thursday Flag Football, grades 5 & 6
• Friday Crafts, grades K & 1
• Friday Garden, grades 1-3
• Friday Science, grades 3-5

* Registration is closed, but we still have some space in flag football and craft club. Email lcarlton@methow.org if interested.

AfterCare (Grades K–5) Register For AfterCare here (space is limited)

Questions?

Contact Laurel Carlton, Family & Community Engagement Coordinator
lcarlton@methow.org

Art room volunteers:

I would love to have volunteers start in the art room beginning the week of September 14th.

I need consistent volunteers during the following class times:

• Monday 11:55 - 12:25 (Pilkinton, Kindergarten)
• Tuesday 11:55 - 12:25 (Wicken, Kindergarten)
• Monday 12:40 - 1:10 (Grace, First grade)
• Thursday 12:40 - 1:10 (Thomas, First grade)

During the kindergarten and first grade class, you will be floating around the room to support students during their work time.

I am in need of volunteers to help with the 4th grade Farmers Market Signs project.

• Monday, 9/14 and 9/21 @ 1:30 - 2:15 (Stratman)
• Tuesday, 9/15 and 9/22 @ 1:05 - 1:50 (Surface)
• Wednesday, 9/16 and 9/23@ 1:05 - 1:50 (Barber)

These classes will be using acrylic paint to create banners for their farmers market, taking place on September 25th.

If you love art and creating, I would love your help in the art room! Your child does not have to be a student in the class in order to volunteer. But you do need a background check completed.

For new volunteers, please fill out our online volunteer form. Questions can be directed to Stacey: scooley@methow.org

I look forward to a colorful, creative school year!

Ali Greb

This Fall Classroom in Bloom is full of migrating birds, cooler mornings, produce ready to harvest, and now, MVES students and teachers! We're so happy to have school back in session and students joining us for harvesting, garden art and lessons, and of course farm-fresh snacks!

In a couple weeks, our 4th graders will be running their Fall Farmers Market here at CiB, Friday, September 25 from 9am-12pm. Please stop by to support or 4th grade farmers and pick up some produce from the garden.

Classroom in Bloom: A Year in the Life of a School Garden photo book is now available at Classroom in Bloom. For purchase, email classroominbloom@gmail.com."

Girls and Boys Volleyball Clinic open to 4th - 6th Grade, on Sundays, beginning September 20th. Please see the attached flier for more information and to register.

Register NOW for all Winter Programs at the Winthrop Rink - Learn to Skate, Advanced Figure Skating Lessons, Adult Learn to Play Hockey, and Wolverines Youth Hockey!

Visit www.winthroprink.org for more program information.

Season Passes on sale October 1st, with expected for Winter Opening on November 1st.

Questions? Contact the rink (509) 996-4199 or info@winthroprink.org

District Calendar

Volunteer at our School!

Methow Valley Elementary School Website

Air Quality Protocols & FAQs

Kindergarten FAQ & Readiness Info

Shop your METHOW VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sideline Store

Email: pgutzler@methow.org
Website: www.methow.org
Phone: 509-996-2186