Hello PV Families,
Happy New Year! I hope you all enjoyed a restful and joyful break with friends and loved ones and are as excited and grateful as I am to step into a new year together.
Please take a moment to explore this newsletter for photos from recent events (such as our Skate Night over the break and our Grade 5 trip to the Capitol), important announcements, and upcoming events.
Math Night is scheduled of Jan 28th from 6-7pm for all grade levels. One of my fun nights of the year. Please don't miss out.
A special reminder to always click on the PTO link, under "Important Links" below, to stay up to date on upcoming events, meeting dates, and other important information on the PTO website.
One event I would like to highlight—and seek volunteers for—is our Cultural Day. While the PTO and the school have decided to make this more of a school-day event to ensure all students can participate and that it becomes a meaningful learning experience for our entire student body, family involvement remains essential—just in a different way.
If you are interested in being part of the planning team, please reach out to Marisa Lewis, our World Language teacher, at mlewis@southwindsorschools.org.
Some of the ideas discussed at our PTO meeting include:
- Hosting the event during the school day
- Student cultural displays in the hallways and gym
- Interactive stations featuring games and activities from various cultures
Once the planning committee is formed, families will be contacted with details about the many ways they can contribute to making Cultural Day a meaningful celebration for all students and families. We all have a culture and a way of living to share—and to learn from one another.
Secondly, in the month of
February, we will be piloting a
hybrid PTO meeting. The meeting will take place
in person at PV in the Library Media Center, with a virtual option available. Childcare will be provided, along with cookies, cupcakes, and hot beverages. Please be sure to
RSVP using this link so we can plan appropriately for food and beverages.
This will also be a great opportunity to learn more about running for the PTO Board, as we are currently recruiting for the positions of President, Vice President, and Secretary.
Thank you for your continued partnership. As I shared with staff in my welcome note, it truly takes a village—and you are an important part of the village that makes PV not just good, but great. Thank you for all you’ve done, all you do, and all you will continue to do for our students and staff.
Have a great weekend!
Esther and Jenna
Every student, Every day.
Excellence & Belonging
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