Principal's Report

Dear PV East Parents and Guardians,

With the start of spring we are noticing that more students are not in compliance with the dress code policy. Tops and bottoms must meet and private areas need to be covered. In addition, we are seeing a lot more gum chewing. Please review these policies with your child and thank you in advance for your support.

We will soon be breaking ground on our new garden in the front of PV East. It will provide a wonderful pathway and sitting area through a butterfly garden. The entire garden was designed by master gardeners at Penn State Extension. If you are interested in having a personalized brick, please use this link: https://4everbricks.com/donors/PVMSE/

Other gardening events include our annual Watershed Clean-up, Green Team Plant Sale, and Loss Group's Flower Sale for Mother's Day.

We are excited to announce that we are hosting an eclipse viewing party and optional after party on Monday, April 8th starting at 2:15PM. We will be reviewing important safety precautions with students beforehand about viewing the eclipse. If you child wants to stay after school for the 'After Party' or if you want to volunteer to help, please use this link. www.tinyurl.com/EastEclipse

This coming Tuesday March 26th is a half day for students as Spring Break begins on Wednesday March 27th and concludes on Monday April 1st. For all of our families who celebrate, we wish you a Happy Easter on March 31st.

Sincerely,

Seamus Clune, Ph.D.

#EastROCKs

Support MSE Home & School and enjoy a burrito, tacos, or some chips & guac!

Tuesday, March 26th from 4pm -8pm at Chipotle in Royersford.

You can show this Flyer in person or use code L8ZFLFB for online ordering!

8th Grade Celebration!

As we turn the corner into the second half of the year it's time to think about the 8th Grade Celebration! If you are interested in being a part of the planning committee for the 8th Grade Celebration, please complete the google form below. We will be reaching out to those on the form to set up our first meeting.

https://forms.gle/urFLfWRMpegdhMNo6

Please check the flyer for our spring spirit wear fundraiser. With the weather getting warmer, it's the perfect opportunity to snag some new PV gear! A portion of the proceeds will go towards supporting staff appreciation initiatives. Your support is crucial to us. Please use this link: https://pvmseast.itemorder.com/shop/home/

A middle school schedule, see below, is being proposed for the 24/25 school year. This proposed schedule would provide purposeful time (I&E) for intervention and/or enrichment (Math and/or ELA), core rotations, and character education to occur within the school day. This week we will share more information about core rotations with you. More information about character education will be shared next week.

If students do not qualify to participate in a small group intervention they will participate in a Tier 1 core rotation. During core class rotation time, core area teachers (Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies) use extended instructional time with their students to provide necessary review or enrichment lessons based on assessment data (PSSA, STAR, LinkIt Benchmark, iReady) or classroom data. These lessons will be provided by using approved curriculum resources. The collective findings from a 2015 study by the National Center on Time and Learning (NCTL) determined that when combined with other factors like supportive school culture and effective leadership, extended instructional time can improve student achievement.

More information will be shared about character education in next week's Principal’s Report. A virtual meeting will also take place for any parents/guardians interested in learning more about the proposed schedule. The virtual meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 9th at 7:00pm. Zoom link information will be shared closer to the meeting. We will record the meeting and share questions and answers posted from the meeting.

It's that time of year again when our Green Team springs into action for their annual plant sale fundraiser! We're excited to announce that we're once again partnering with Floral and Hardy in Skippack to fulfill all your gardening needs.

From vibrant flowers to fresh herbs, there's something for every garden enthusiast. Plus, by participating, you'll not only beautify your surroundings but also support our school community.

Orders and payment are due by April 13th, so don't delay! You can conveniently place your order online using the following link: Online Order Form. Alternatively, you can print a paper form to send in with your child via this link: Printable Form.

Mark your calendars for May 13th, as that's when you can pick up your orders at Floral and Hardy in Skippack from 3-5 PM.

Thank you for your continued support in nurturing both our students and our environment.

The Perkiomen Stream Clean Up is Saturday, April 13, 2024. Please help us clean Lenape Arboretum. Use the link below to register. We are asking parents to particpate with their child or for any student groups to have an adult participating with them. We are group 101.

https://signup.com/go/fJmZspk

Our Green Team and Loss Group are co-sponsoring a certified butterfly garden and wildlife habitat that was designed by Master Gardeners at Penn State Extension. It will be located at the front of the school by the main office and include 3 benches and a picnic table. This garden is yet be named by the students but will be a place to memorialize and honor people and events through a personalized brick pathway that will run through the middle of the garden. You can help us fundraise by purchasing a brick for the pathway.

https://4everbricks.com/donors/PVMSE/

Please email Dr. Clune directly if you want to sponsor the picnic table ($1,400) or a bench ($800) or be listed as a sponsor ($1000) on the sign.

Is your student worried about the transition to high school? Are they unsure of the academics, social scene, or the building itself? Please consider having them join the High School Transition Group during Advisory on Thursdays. Please contact Mrs. Hildreth for permissions to attend and more information. khildreth@pvsd.org

The Perkiomen Valley School District Hall of Fame was established in 2018 to recognize distinguished alumni, or others, whose outstanding athletic, professional, or civic endeavors have brought honor to Perkiomen Valley School District and serve to inspire future graduates to perform and serve in the same spirit.

Nominations for the Hall of Fame are now open! Nominations will be accepted through May 1, 2024. We are excited to return this tradition here in Perkiomen Valley. We ask that you please follow the criteria on the website to make your nominations. Please click here to nominate.

Parents, we need your help! Your students have been working hard to show ROCK behavior and it is time for them to be rewarded. Students have been earning ROCK tickets throughout the first marking period and it is time for them to start cashing them in for prizes, but we need your help. Please consider purchasing an item or two from our PVMS East ROCK Shop Amazon Wishlist. Purchases will be sent to East and delivered to the ROCK shop where your students can purchase them with their hard-earned tickets. Here is the link to the list:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/23T8340T72HK3?ref_=wl_share

We can also use Amazon gift cards, gift cards to local restaurants and stores, as well as any Philadelphia sports fan gear you would like to donate. We love our community and appreciate your support of our students and school.

Our 8th Graders took their class photo the other day. If you are interested in a copy, there is a form below for ordering.

IMPORTANT DATES FOR SPRING SPORTS

Spring sports registration must occur by FEBRUARY 20.

First day of Middle School Sports is MARCH 11.

If the spring sports season will be the first sport of participation at PV this school year: Registration for spring sports must occur by February 20. This can be done at http://www.planeths.com. In addition to registering, student-athletes must have a PIAA physical examination done by a doctor and the proper paperwork completed by the doctor. In order to count for the 2024 school year, the physical must occur June 1, 2023 or later. The form is found on www.planeths.com when you register.

If the spring sports season is your second or third sport season this school year: Complete section 7 Spring Recertification at http://www.planeths.com by February 20. If there has been a change to your health history or an injury since completing your last physical, an additional section 8 form is required as well. This does require a clearance from a doctor.

We reviewed our Safe 2 Say program last week. Our students viewed the video below during their Advisory period.

Our students can submit an anonymous tip through the Safe2Say Program. Tips are typically related to a variety of challenges our students experience or witness, such as bullying, harassment, disrespectful language, safety concerns, etc. When a tip is received, the State (who runs Safe2Say) immediately follows up with building administrators.

Be a Part of the Conversation equips families and communities in Pennsylvania with skills and resources to understand substance use, addiction, and related health issues. We provide community programs, foster supportive connections, highlight lived experiences, and challenge stigma.

We are a collaboration of community leaders, clinicians, students, school district representatives, and families who believe that having meaningful, inclusive conversations about substance use and addiction will support individuals and their families in their efforts to develop healthy coping skills and access support whenever there is a need. Learn more about us. See the link below for a number of programs that Be a Part of the Conversation offers.

Did you know that the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisit Lifeline?

When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.

https://988lifeline.org/current-events/the-lifeline-and-988/

The previous Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.

Want to find out what’s going on in the PV Community? Visit here for flyers about upcoming events in and around our area!

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March 26 - Half Day - 11:30AM Dismissal

March 27 - April 1 - Spring Break (No School)

April 8 - Eclipse Viewing Party

April 11 - Mountain Biking Information Night (PVHS) - 6:30PM

April 13 - Stream Clean Up

Email: sclune@pvsd.org
Website: https://sites.google.com/a/pvsd.org/perkiomen-valley-middle-school-east/
Location: 5 Tammanund Circle, Collegeville, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 409-8580
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PVMSE/
Twitter: @PVMSEast