September 2026

Welcome to September Vikings!

Thank you for helping us kick off an amazing school year! It has been wonderful to see our students learning, growing, and building connections with their teachers and classmates.

As we move into September, we are focused on establishing strong routines, promoting excellent attendance, and creating engaging learning experiences for every student. We encourage families to continue supporting learning at home by reading together and staying connected with school communications. We also look forward to seeing many of you at upcoming school events and family engagement opportunities. Your involvement plays a vital role in building the strong, supportive community that helps our Vikings thrive. Thank you for your partnership and support. Together, we will make this a fantastic year!

Sincerely,
Principal Brown

9/7 - Labor Day - All Schools Closed

9/30 - Open House - More information coming soon!

Start Strong with Strive for 5! 📚✨

We’re challenging our students and families to make every school day count! Strive for 5 means being at school 5 days a week and aiming for no more than 5 absences all year.

Let’s start the school year strong, build healthy attendance habits, and make sure our students are here and ready to learn every day!

📅 Attendance Challenge: September 1–25

Let’s make every day count, Vikings! 💙

Be Safe

Be Respectful

Be Responsible

Believe in Yourself

Always Be Kind

We will have monthly Viking Meetings/Assemblies

· Come together as a school to discuss values, what they mean, how to show them and learn to Live the Values in our everyday lives.

· We are expanding the Valleyview Ways to Be. Not just memorizing the words, but truly learning and understanding what it means to show character values in your everyday life that can shape your mindset and behaviors.

We are Starting a 4 House System of Belonging

· Building Connections with other classes and grade levels. Belonging to not only the Viking community but also a smaller team.

We will have PBIS House Parties!

· Celebrations Together for us to hype each other up, cheer for our teams, and celebrate our successes with academics, behavior and attendance

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day!

This Labor Day, we honor and appreciate the hard work and dedication of all workers, especially those who serve our communities and help make a difference every day. Thank you for all that you do!

Come see what our students have been learning and creating since the start of the school year! Open House is a wonderful opportunity for families to visit the school, see student work, and celebrate all they have accomplished so far.

Families will also have the opportunity to meet and talk with teachers and staff, ask questions, and learn more about how your child is doing at school. Need help with Parent Portal? We’ll be available to help families access and navigate Parent Portal, too!

📅 Date: 9/30/26

🕒 Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

📍 Valleyview Elementary

2989 Valleyview Dr.

Columbus, Ohio 43204

We hope to see you and your family there!

Dear Valleyview Families,

I want to share two counseling resources available to support our students and families this school year.

🌿 OhioHealth Grief Counseling Group

Our small-group grief counseling program, provided through OhioHealth, will begin shortly after Labor Day. If your student has experienced the loss of a loved one and may benefit from additional support, please reach out to me to learn more and sign up.

📎 The OhioHealth Grief Counseling flyer is attached for more information.

💬 Directions for Youth & Families Counseling Services

Directions for Youth & Families will provide clinical counseling in our school building once a week for students who are referred for services. If you feel your student could benefit from ongoing counseling support, please contact me to begin the referral process.

✨ Counseling is provided at no cost to families, and insurance is not required.

Our counselor is bilingual and can provide services to both English- and Spanish-speaking students.

Please know that we are here to support your student’s academic, social, and emotional well-being. If you have questions about either program or would like to discuss support for your child, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Ms. Penney

School Counselor

Keep track of important school dates, holidays, breaks, and upcoming events with the Columbus City Schools District Calendar. Click the link below to view the full calendar and plan ahead for the school year.

🌎 Need the calendar in another language? Other language options are available when you click below!

Click below to view the District Calendar and explore available language options.

Arabic | French | Nepali | Somali | Spanish

Looking for fun, enriching opportunities for your child after the school day ends? Check out the after-school programs available in our community! These programs provide students with opportunities to learn, grow, build friendships, and stay engaged in a safe and supportive environment.

Looking for a fun, supportive, and engaging after-school program? ETSS After School Program is available right here at Valleyview Elementary for students to enjoy a variety of activities, learning opportunities, and time with friends.

📅 Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays

🕞 3:30–6:30 p.m.

📍 Valleyview Elementary

ETSS provides students with a safe and welcoming place to learn, grow, and have fun after the school day ends!

Looking for a safe, fun, and convenient after-school option? CND After School Program is available for children ages 5–10 at our West Location on Tuesdays and Thursdays!

CND provides transportation from Valleyview Elementary to CND after school. At the end of the program, transportation is provided to your child’s home if you live within 3 miles of CND. Families outside the 3-mile area can arrange pickup at Valleyview at 5:15 p.m.

The Children’s Hunger Alliance is helping keep our students fueled and ready to learn by providing free after-school snacks at participating locations. Check the flyer below for the dates, times, and locations where snacks will be available.

Be sure to take a look and see when your child can stop by for a healthy snack!

Contact Information

📞 Phone: (614) 902-9742

📱WhatsApp: Available at the number above

📧 Email: aevans4@columbus.k12.oh.us

💬 TalkingPoints: You can message me directly!

Office Hours

Available Soon!

📞 Main Office: 614-365-6312

Language Assistance Line: 614-365-8802

📠 Fax: 614-365-6768

📍 Address: 2989 Valleyview Dr.,

Columbus, OH 43204

✉️ Email: Valleyview@columbus.k12.oh.us

Talking Points: A quick and easy way to communicate with your child's teacher and the school.