We are very excited about our Art Show and Book Fair this evening, and are hopeful to see everyone here tonight. Please look for pictures in next week's newsletter.
As you scroll through this newsletter, you will find important information about students viewing the solar eclipse at school on Monday, the procedures for early dismissal or absence on Monday for students who will be viewing the solar eclipse from home, and information on how to purchase a 2023-24 Evergreen yearbook.
A quick snapshot of what you can find in this newsletter is listed below.
"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see."--Edgar Degas
Have a wonderful weekend!
Kind regards,
Sharon Franciosa
Principal, Evergreen Elementary School
- Week of April 8th
- Important Upcoming Dates
- Solar Eclipse Information
- Solar Eclipse Early Dismissal/Absence Day
- Upcoming Concerts
- Evergreen Yearbooks Now on Sale
- National Paraprofessional Day & National School Librarian Day
- April is Autism Awareness Month
- "Eat the Rainbow" Healthy Eating Spirit Days
- All Things Variety Show Link & Flyer
- 2024-24 School Year Parent/Guardian Input
- Grades 3-5: 2024 PSSA Information
- Spring Review & Practice of Safety Protocols
- Physical Exam Reminder for 5th Grade Parents
- Evergreen in Pictures
- 2024-25 Grades 6-12 Mountain Bike Team Information
- Full Day Kindergarten Online Registration Is Open
- Now Hiring for the Summer
- PV Hall of Fame--Now Accepting Applications
- How to Translate the Newsletter
- April 5th: Evergreen Book Fair & Art Show
- April 8th: Wear Blue for Autism Awareness
- April 10th: In-Service Day: No School for Students
- April 12th: Evergreen Variety Show
- April 15th: Home & School Meeting
- April 17th: Evergreen Beginners Band Concert at Evergreen (7pm)
- April 22nd, 24th, & 26th: Grades 3-5 ELA PSSAs
- April 23rd: In-Service Day: No School for Students
- April 29th & 30th: Grades 3-5 Math PSSAs
- May 1st & 2nd: Grade 4 Science PSSAs
- May 3rd-May 10th: Grades 3-5 PSSA Makeups
On Monday, some classrooms will be going outside to view the solar eclipse using the glasses the district has provided or ones sent in from home between 2pm and 3pm. If your child's class will be going outside, you will receive an email from the classroom teacher. Your child's participation in this is optional. Please let the classroom teacher know if you do not want your child to go outside.
At school, we will provide students with expectations of when and when not to wear the solar eclipse glasses. Reinforcing the guidelines below at home would be very helpful.
- The solar eclipse can ONLY be viewed when the glasses are on.
- If students wear glasses daily, the solar eclipse glasses should be placed on top of their prescription glasses.
- When students are walking to their buses or walking home, students should not have their glasses on, but rather in their hand.
- Once students are seated on the bus, they should put their glasses on for safety purposes.
As you know, on Monday, April 8th our area will be in the direct line of a total/partial solar eclipse. As per the latest Superintendent Message (PV Superintendent Message 4/3/24), if you feel more comfortable keeping your child at home for the day or picking them up from school early on this day, please follow the procedures outlined below.
Early Dismissal:
For picking your student up from school early to witness the solar eclipse, please send in a note or an email to our office staff by Monday, April 8 at 10:00 AM to evattendance@pvsd.org and your child’s classroom teacher. Please include your student’s name, date and time of the pick up and the adult who will be picking up your student. *For the Solar Eclipse pick up process, please plan to pick up your child prior to 2:30 PM, as we will need to begin preparing for our regular scheduled dismissal. When picking up your child, please be prepared to present your ID (Driver's License). This is to ensure an efficient pick up procedure process and the safety of our students. Please know we will also facilitate our regular pick-up procedures at the end of the school day.
Absence Day:
If your child will be absent on this day to witness the solar eclipse, please send an email to: evattendance@pvsd.org. This will count as your call-out AND parent excuse. Please indicate in the email the student’s name, date of absence, student’s grade and the reason for the absence.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation with these procedures
We are excited that our Evergreen musicians have some upcoming concerts to showcase their hard work this year!
- Wednesday, April 17: Beginning Band and Beginning Strings--7pm in Evergreen's Cafeteria
- Wednesday, April 24: 5th Grade Chorus and Evergreen Singers--7pm in Evergreen's Cafeteria
- Wednesday, May 22: 2nd Year Band and Orchestra--6:30pm at Middle School East
Yearbooks can now be ordered through Friday, May 10th by using this link:
https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/PVEvergreenElem
We would love for you to submit photos for possible inclusion in the 2023-2024 yearbook!
- You can email photo submissions to: pvevergreenyearbook@gmail.com
- Please send school related activity photos or sports photos only.
- Please label your submissions with what event they are associated with. (Examples: First Day, 3rd Grade (teacher) Classroom party, Winterfest, etc).
National Paraprofessionals Day & National School Librarian Day
Please join me in thanking and celebrating some special people this week. Wednesday was National Paraprofessional Day and Thursday was National School Librarian Day.
The paraprofessionals at Evergreen and throughout PV work tirelessly to support our students, teachers and school community. Their commitment to helping every student thrive is truly admirable and we are all grateful for the positive impact they make every day!
Mrs. Lane's and Mrs. Buffo's passion for instilling a love of literacy and helping students explore and discover new worlds through books is amazing. The welcoming library environment and the gift of learning to love books will benefit students for a lifetime.
"Light It Up Blue" on Monday, April 8th at Evergreen
To learn more about autism, please visit the Autism Speaks website at https://www.autismspeaks.org/.
During the week of April 12th to April 19th we are encouraging students and staff to wear the colors of the rainbow and bring in a snack that matches the color of the day! Students in grades 3-5 will participate in an assembly on Friday, April 12th titled "Eat the Rainbow".
- Friday, April 12: Assembly Spirit Day: Encourage students to wear any color of the rainbow
- Monday, April 15: Red Spirit Day (encourage students to wear red and bring a red, healthy snack)
- Tuesday, April 16: Orange Spirit Day (encourage students to wear orange and bring an orange, healthy snack)
- Wednesday, January 17: Yellow Spirit Day (encourage students to wear yellow and bring a yellow, healthy snack)
- Thursday, January 18: Green Spirit Day (encourage students to wear green and bring a green, healthy snack)
- Friday, January 19: Blue/Purple Spirit Day (encourage students to wear blue or purple and bring a blue/purple healthy snack)
In the final weeks of the school year, Evergreen will begin the scheduling process for the 24-25 school year. We consider class placement to be one of our most important tasks. Each child's academic, social and emotional growth, peer relations, and overall strengths and needs are carefully considered.
Parents and guardians of children entering grades one through five are welcome to complete the google form linked below if you have any information you wish to share regarding your child that will be helpful in class placement. This input will be referenced as students are placed in classes for the 24-25 school year.
24-25 Parent/Guardian Input Google Form
The deadline to submit this form is Friday, May 3rd.
Please submit a form for each child.
While we carefully consider the type of teaching style and qualities of an educator you think will best serve your child, I respectfully ask that you refrain from making specific teacher requests.
Thank you for your support in this process.
Students in grades three, four, and five in our elementary schools will be participating in the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) during late April and early May. The PSSA (Pennsylvania System of School Assessment) is made up of three separate tests that assess to what degree our students have become proficient in English Language Arts (reading and writing), Mathematics, and Science.
- Grades 3-5 ELA: April 22, 24, 26, 2024
- Grades 3-5 Math: April 29 & 30, 2024
- Grade 4 Science: May 1 & 2, 2024
- Grades 3-5 Make-up Assessments: Ongoing--must be completed by May 10, 2024
The PSSA is an example of assessments that provide achievement and growth data that assist schools in developing educational plans in support of successful school experiences for students. The tests will be scored by the State and results are expected to be returned to the school district during the summer. Parent reports, which identify the results for your child and how to assist him/her in improving, are expected to be available in the fall of the upcoming school year. We ask that during this assessment period, you encourage your child to do his/her best and to be sure he/she takes time to obtain a good night’s sleep and to eat a nourishing breakfast. The PSSA Parent FAQs (Spanish), the Keystone Parent FAQ’s, and Electronic Device Letter serve to address questions you may have, however, do not hesitate to contact Sharon Franciosa if you have additional ones.
Ensuring the safety for our students, staff, and visitors is a top priority.
It is important that students learn how to be safe. During April and May classrooms will review our various safety protocols. We will also practice the different Standard Response Protocols including the Hold, Secure, Shelter, Lockdown, and Evacuate safety drills. Student friendly and age-appropriate language is used.
For more information about our emergency preparedness, please visit https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html
Just a reminder!! PA state law requires a medical examination for all students in sixth grade. It is recommended that this examination be performed by your family physician since he/she can best evaluate your child’s health and update immunizations. An examination completed on or after July 1, 2022 (up to one year prior to the student’s entry into sixth grade) will suffice. The physical exam report (distributed to all 5th-grade students ) is to be returned to your child’s school nurse by the first week of the 2023-2024 school year.
It is a good idea to make a copy for your records.
Please note: The PA Department of Health immunization recommendations for this age group include 1 dose of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap), and 1 dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV). These vaccines will be required for entrance into 7th grade unless a letter of exemption is on file.
Thank you!
Mrs. McOwen
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.
Evergreen Attendance Line
Call: 610-409-9751 and press #1
Email: EVAttendance@pvsd.org
Having tech issues?
- Chromebook malfunctions/damages: Email the helpdesk@pvsd.org
- Forgotten student passwords: Go to https://accounts.pvsd.org
- FAQs about Chromebooks can be found on our website
