Mill Valley Weekly

Brrrrr...it's finally feeling like winter out there! We appreciate you sending your students to school with all of the essential items to keep them warm. Students have two 15 minute recesses outside unless the windchill is below zero. Even when there is no snow on the ground, we encourage students to wear their snow pants for warmth.

Many jackets, snow pants, hats and gloves look alike, so please be sure to label them with your student's name

Sincerely,

Allyce & Julie

Principals

Muskego-Norway Schools is developing our 2025-2029 Strategic Plan, and we want your input! Your support is the foundation of our success, and your feedback is crucial to shaping the future of our schools.

We are offering three opportunities for you to join the conversation:

• January 14 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

• January 16 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

• January 20 from 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Meetings will occur at the Educational Services Center (ESC) at S87W18763 Woods Rd.

These sessions will include:

• A review of our previous strategic plans and key performance indicators.

• Time to share your insights on:

• Current strengths

• Growth opportunities

• Aspirations – Where should our district be in five years?

• Results – What data will define success and track progress?

Our schools' success is built on the incredible support we receive from the families and communities we serve. Your perspective matters, and we hope you can attend one session to share your insights to help us fulfill our commitment to continuous improvement.

To help us prepare with adequate space and resources, please RSVP at this link. Please select only one event.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to create an even brighter future for our students!

Starting January 20th, Mill Valley students and staff will all engage in reading Because of the Rabbit. Students will read the book outside of the school day with their families, while teachers will do activities to help students understand and develop positive friendships and integrity. Please keep the title of the book unknown to the students until January 16th. Look for the books and bookmarks to come home with your student(s) on January 16th.

Thank you in advance for participating to build integrity in our school and bring us all together!

Special THANK YOU to the PTO for funding the purchase of the books.

OBOS Committee

As you know, we have transitioned away from using edible treats for birthdays school-wide. With Valentine’s Day approaching, we want to remind everyone that this will also apply to Valentine’s Day celebrations. Food-based items are not allowed for the Valentine exchange. There are many non-food based options such as bouncy balls, glow sticks, slime, etc. Any edible treats brought to school will be sent back home. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

You will receive more specific communication from your child(ren)'s teacher.

This year, classroom teachers will be teaching with two new resources! This will be an adjustment for staff, students, and parents/caregivers. We want to be sure to offer multiple opportunities to keep families engaged and learning alongside our staff and students.

Each month, there will be a short recorded presentation shared with you that answers a focus question. The videos will cover various curriculum topics. Please see the outline below. These videos will be linked in school newsletters and posted on the Muskego-Norway Teaching and Learning website.

The December topic focuses on literacy instruction, including strategies and ideas for supporting literacy development at home.

Dine to Donate at The Lodge Muskego on Monday, January 13th from 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Mill Valley Gym 4:00pm to 4:45pm - Parents must attend Jan 27th

• Please do not arrive before 4:00pm (after buses dismiss and parent pick up is complete)
• Enter door 12 by the gym

Sign-up now...space is limited, cost is $30

Flyers were sent home last week with students

Questions or suggestions, email us at millvalleymuskegopto@gmail.com or

join us on our Mill Valley PTO facebook page

Join other Mill Valley Elementary and Lake Denoon Middle School families for Family Snow Tubing at Crystal Ridge! Each family is responsible for purchasing their own tickets. Please click THIS LINK to order tickets and fill out the waiver. Please be aware there is a 36” height requirement to participate.

We will be joined by the 2nd grade teachers.

The 4th Grade Committee will meet immediately after the meeting.

This Friday is our next ski club night!

Bring friends and family to enjoy skiing together. Everyone will get the discounted price.

Ticket sales in the North Room from 4:30pm until 6:15pm..

CASH ONLY!

Did you miss registration in the fall? We currently have space available to add your student to the class roster! Looking for an exciting way for your child to learn Spanish? This 8-week adventure, ¡Vamos con los animales!, is just what they need! From “visiting” a pet store to exploring a family farm, the zoo, the ocean, and the rainforest, students will learn new vocabulary, conversation skills, and cultural facts—all in Spanish! Join us for a wild journey!

Please note: Students enrolled in the Full Year session, which started in the Fall, do not need to re-enroll.

Enroll today! https://futuraadventures.com/wisconsin-region/

Don’t miss this chance to get involved and make a difference in your Muskego Norway school district. Apply today 800.713.4439 teachersoncall.com

To view current support staff job vacancies, click HERE

Email: allyce.harris@muskegonorway.org
Website: muskegonorway.org
Location: W191 S6445 Hillendale Dr, Muskego Wi, 53150
Phone: 262-971-1830
Facebook: facebook.com/millvalleyelementary