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- 2/7: Community PCR COVID Testing with WorkSite Labs begins
- 2/10: School Board Meeting, 5 pm
- 2/21: Presidents’ Day Holiday, No School
- 2/22: Teacher Professional Development, No School for Students
- 3/4-3/11: Book Fair at Ormondale
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2/7-2/11: Conference Week, Minimum Days
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2/24: STEAM Museum
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Save the dates!
The PTO is planning several fun community events this Spring; here are a couple to mark on your calendar. More details and more events are on the way!
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Scholastic Book Fair March 3-11
The Scholastic Book Fair is back and will be held at Ormondale Friday, March 4- Friday, March 11. Look for ways to support our school libraries with opportunities to shop and volunteer at the Book Fair in the next few weeks.
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PVSD Giants Outing Sunday, April 10
Join our Portola Valley School Community for the Giants game at Oracle Park during opening weekend. The SF Giants are facing the Florida Marlins on Sunday, April 10 at 1:05 pm and a special section has been reserved for the families and faculty of PVSD – including Ormondale, Corte Madera, and the school district offices. Tickets will be on sale soon.
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Seeking for Parcel Tax Oversight Committee Members
In May 2021, the District renewed its annual parcel tax via ballot Measure S. One important provision of the ballot language calls for the establishment of an independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee. The District plans to seat seven (7) members on this committee. Members will include PVSD staff, parents, and community members.
What is the time commitment? The committee will meet for about an hour, once a year. Committee members typically spend additional time reviewing materials prior to the meeting. One or more committee members will present the annual report to the Governing Board.
The purpose of the Committee is to ensure that the District is spending the Measure S funds per the ballot measure language.
If you are interested to serve on this important committee, please complete the application by February 7, 2022, and email it to Connie Ngo at [email protected]. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
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ongoing PTO FUNDRAISERS
Please consider enrolling in the following programs to benefit our PTO.
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AMAZON SMILE
Make your Amazon purchases through Amazon Smile and help our schools! Go to smile.amazon.com and select "Portola Valley Parent Teacher Organization" as your designated organization.
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STEAM Museum February 24
Students will rotate through the hands-on educational exhibits in their class cohorts. Be sure to ask your child about the exhibits - they may interact with an educational pinball machine, build a bridge, program a robot and more!
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CMS Spring sports
CMS COVID Protocols for Spring Sports
Participants in the CMS Sports Program:
Must be vaccinated OR Must be signed up with CMS Tuesday weekly testing with Worksite Labs.
Unvaccinated students that are not participating in weekly CMS Worksite testing WILL NOT be allowed to participate in CMS After School Sports
If your child has already tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 90 days, they are exempt from testing and can still participate.
You can register for Workside testing here: https://forms.worksitelabs.com/212656685977980
CMS Tennis Team - Coed 6-8th grade
Information and Registration. To register your child for CMS After School Tennis, please complete the registration form.
- Days: Monday - Thursday
- Time: 3:30 - 5:30 @ Alpine Hills & Town Center
- Suggested Donation: $400
- Coach: Tracy Cowperthwaite & Lauren Dennenberg
- Season: 3/16 - 5/15
CMS Cross Country Team - Coed 5-8th grade
Information and Registration. To register your child for CMS After School Cross Country, please complete the registration form.
- Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- Time: M & F 3:30-4:45, W: 2:30-4:00
- Suggested Donation: $275
- Coach: Holly Nybo
- Season: 3/21- 5/20
CMS Mountain Biking Team
Information and Registration. To register your child for CMS After School Mountain Biking, please complete the registration form.
- Season: 3/15 - 5/20
- Intermediate Riders Only - This is not a program for beginners
- Grade: 6-8th grade
- Day: Thursdays (Occasional Monday)
- Time: 3:30 - 5:30
- Suggested Donation: $275
- Coach: Dan Flahavan
- Maximum participants - 12 riders
- Equipment: must have a good working Mtn. bike.
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CMS Yearbooks
Order your child’s CMS 2021-22 yearbook by going to the Yearbook Order Center (school code 7530). You can order yearbooks, design dedications (called "Ads"), or upload photos (click the "Share images with ESHARE" button) for possible inclusion in the yearbook. Note: starting January 15 Herff Jones will be placing a $3.99 surcharge on all new online CMS Yearbook orders.
If you need financial assistance to purchase a yearbook, please contact Susan Outland [email protected].
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Consent Reframed: Beyond the Affirmative “Yes”
Vanessa Kellam, Family Engagement Manager, Health Connected
Wednesday, February 9, 2022, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PST, Online Event (Live)
Register: https://vanessakellam2022sequoia.eventbrite.com
The “Consent Conversation” is the new “Sex Talk” and just as critical. Join Vanessa Kellam, Family Engagement Manager from Health Connected, for a meaningful conversation about consent and protective behaviors. Let’s reframe consent beyond an affirmative “Yes,” and help young people integrate the principles of consent into healthy relationships!
Parents/caregivers, educators, mental health professionals, and community members welcome! Free admission. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available.
This presentation is sponsored by SHSEF, Sequoia Union High School District, San Mateo Union High School District, Sequoia Healthcare District, Peninsula Health Care District, and The Parent Venture.
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, MA, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture (The Parent Education Series), at [email protected].
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Raising Kids Who Are Kind and Brave
Deborah Farmer Kris, Writer, Educator, and Founder of Parenthood365
Thursday, February 10, 2022, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PST, Online Event (Live)
Register: https://deborahfarmerkris2022smcoe.eventbrite.com
Kindness and courage are two strengths that help our children flourish in school, in their activities, and in their relationships. Deborah Farmer Kris, an expert in character education and child development, will share practical strategies parents can use to help children of all ages strengthen these vital habits.
Parents/caregivers, students, educators, mental health professionals, and community members welcome! Free admission. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available.
This special presentation is sponsored by Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and San Mateo County Office of Education, in partnership with The Parent Venture.
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, MA, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture (The Parent Education Series), at [email protected].
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The M Word: The Money Talk for the Next Generation
Lori Sackler, Financial Advisor, Author of The M-Word: The Money Talk
Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 12:00pm – 1:00pm PST, Online Event (Live)
Register: https://lorisackler2022parentventure.eventbrite.com
In this presentation, Lori Sackler, a nationally recognized financial advisor, offers an insider's look into what she refers to as "The M Word": The Money Talk. How can families tackle tough conversations with their children and teens like college planning, philanthropic giving, family finances, and retirement? According to Lori, money talks are difficult but necessary, now more than ever.
Parents/caregivers, students, educators, mental health professionals, and community members welcome! Free admission. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available.
This presentation is sponsored by Carlmont PTSA, Sequoia Union High School District, Sequoia Healthcare District, Peninsula Health Care District, San Mateo Union High School District, and The Parent Venture.
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, MA, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture (The Parent Education Series), at [email protected].
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All community news is posted on the pto website
HERE ARE THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS!
For details, click the orange Community News button below and scroll through the listings.
Ravenswood Classroom Partners - Help students who need you most Alpine Little League Spring Registration - T-ball and Coach Pitch Divisions
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