What's Happening at SVA?
Feb 11 -- Party Train Family Fun & Games
Feb 13-17 -- Charter Rivalry Week
Feb 15 -- 2017-18 Admissions Lottery
Feb 16 -- Basketball Home vs. Valley Life
Feb 20 -- HOLIDAY *NO SCHOOL*
Feb 16 -- Basketball Home vs. Valley Life
Mar 8 -- PTO Jog-a-Thon
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The Academies in the Spotlight
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BOA Admission for Current SVA Students
Dear SVA Community,
As members of the SVA family, we want to be sure you know that if you wish to transfer your current kindergarten or first grade student to Blue Oak Academy next year, you must notify us by February 14
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at 4:30 PM. This deadline allows us to offer the remaining seats to applicants through our lottery on February 15th.
If you wish to make the transfer, please email Joy George,
[email protected],
so we may hold your child's seat at BOA.
As one of our family members recently pointed out, Sycamore Valley Academy and Blue Oak Academy are giving the city of Visalia a great big hug. Both schools are on the outskirts of town, with SVA off Caldwell to the west and BOA off Caldwell to the east. If a move across town would suit your family, but you're not sure about making the switch, please come talk with us. We're happy to answer any questions you may have about the new campus, leadership at BOA, and our staffing plan.
Thank you,
Damien Phillips
Principal
Sycamore Valley Academy
PS:
Look for our official announcement about staffing for next year in next week's News & Notes
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THIS WEEKEND!
Superintendent Dutton will be out at the Visalia Farmer's Market this Saturday, February 11 spreading the word about our schools. Grab a friend or neighbor and stop by to say "hello"!
The Academies Ambassador Street Team will be accepting admissions applications on the spot.
Thanks for your support!
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RAK Week
February 12-18 is Random Acts of Kindness week! Let's turn the world kind. Check out
randomactsofkindness.org for ideas and inspiration.
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Pennies for Patients is on Now!
The SVA Student Council is collecting pocket change for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's annual fundraising drive. To contribute to the cause and to and help Student Council meet their community service goal, send the contents of your change jar to your child's classroom
by Friday, February 24.
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SVA Theater
Save the date! |
May 5
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El Diamante Theater |
5PM & 7PM
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Miss Chan and her theater troupe will put on a spring production of Disney's Peter Pan Jr. The part of Peter will be played by 5th grader, Georgia Dowdy. Congratulations Georgia!
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Basketball Update
On Thursday
, in front of the largest home crowd ever at SVA, the Varsity Boys team put on an amazing show against Sequoia Union only to fall short in overtime by one point, 35-34. The entire crowd held their breath in both the fourth quarter and overtime periods as the see-saw battle saw six lead changes in the final twelve minutes. Tied 30-30 at the end of regulation, the Explorers held a 34-33 lead with 47 seconds left in overtime. After two free throws by the visitors, Coach Bennett called a time out with seven seconds remaining to draw up one final play. It almost worked, as Jewell received a tip pass from Gair and launched a final shot towards the rim that fell just short. "Holy Toledo! I think I need to go see my cardiologist tomorrow
!" said Coach Bennett after the game. "The boys have arrived as a serious basketball team now, and it's because of their understanding that they are ultimately accountable to each other as teammates." Z Serna led the way for the Explorers with a season high 20 points, and Kylie Lara continued to show why he is one of the best defensive players in the league.
The Explorers now turn their full attention to Rivalry Week, where the team will try to win the first annual Charter Cup Trophy against Valley Life Charter. If the team is victorious, the Charter Cup will be displayed in the cafeteria for all to see. The
morning of game day, next Thursday, a pep rally will take place on the SVA campus where the Charter Cup will be displayed, and the varsity girls and varsity boys teams will be introduced to the entire school. "Charter against Charter in the ultimate rivalry....It doesn't get any better than this!" said Coach Bennett.
The team has a bye Tuesday
, so their next game will be Thursday
at home for the Charter Cup.
2017 Basketball Schedule
1/24 - Three Rivers @ SVA
1/26 - @ George McCann
1/31 - Ivanhoe @ SVA
2/2 - @ CVC
2/7 - @ Oak Grove
2/9 - Sequoia Union @ SVA
2/16 - Valley Life @ SVA
2/21 - Willow Glen @ SVA
2/28 - @ Valley Life
3/2 - @ Sequoia Union
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JOG-A-THON Business Sponsors Needed!
Save the date! March 8
is the 5th Annual Jog-A-Thon.
SVA PTO is looking for business sponsors for this annual event. If your business or one you know is interested in a sponsorship opportunity, please see/share the
letter and sponsorship form
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Sponsors names/logos will be included on this year's jog-a-thon t-shirts as well as on signs around campus. It's a great way to advertise AND support our school.
PTO is hoping to get more business sponsors this year and students who secure a $500 sponsorship will win one of the coveted spots to go Bowling with Mr. Benton (includes lunch and limo ride to/from bowling alley!) in March.
Individual pledge forms for students to collect donations will come home with kids at the end of February.
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Party Train!
It's not too late to grab your tickets to upcoming party train events. Tickets to each event are limited, so buy now!
Click here to see a complete list of parties happening now through spring.
Up Next:
Family Event: Saturday, February 11, 11AM-2PM -
3rd & 4th Grade Fun & Games
Calling all 3rd and 4th grade students and families to participate in fun and games! Board games and snacks will be provided.
Kid's Event:
DATE CHANGE! Saturday, March 4, 12:30PM-2:30PM -
Wanna be a Video Star?
Come out and join Mrs. Andrews and Mrs. Cazarez for a groovy, dance-tastic event and pizza lunch! All K-8th graders are welcome.
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Lunch Menu
Monday 2/13 - Soybutter & Jelly Sandwich
Tuesday, 2/14 - Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce
Wednesday, 2/15 - Hamburger
Thursday, 2/16 - Chicken Taquitos
Friday 2/17 - Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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New Postings Are Here!
Our 2017-18 job postings are now on
edjoin.org and linked through our websites.
Site Principal for Blue Oak Academy
The Academies Charter Management Organization is hiring a Principal for our new school. If you are someone you know is interested in joining our team, check out the
job posting on EdJoin.
Substitute Teachers Needed
Sycamore Valley Academy has a experienced and dedicated teaching staff, but we are always looking to expand our sub list.
If you or someone you know has the desire to be a substitute teacher at our amazing school, has a bachelor's degree, has passed the CBEST, and is willing to get a substitute credential and fingerprint clearance we would love to grow our team.
Substitute Instructional Aides Needed
Sycamore Valley Academy Aide Subs minimum requirements are a high school diploma and fingerprint clearance.
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Next PTO Meeting
Monday, February 13
6:00PM
Round Table Pizza
4035 S. Mooney Blvd.
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Children's Art Classes
Arts Visalia, a local nonprofit organization, is holding children's art classes this spring.
Arts Visalia offers classes for both adults and children in their on-site classroom. Classes are designed for both beginners and more advanced students to explore their creativity, expand their technical skills and learn at their own pace. Small class sizes provide a hands-on experience that encourages artistic engagement with instructors and fellow students.
To enroll your child, please fill out the enrollment form and return it to Arts Visalia. Class sizes are limited with enrollment on a first-come first-served basis. To guarantee a place in a class, tuition must be paid at the time of enrollment.
Arts Visalia
214 East Oak Avenue
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 739-0905
Download more information and registration forms here.
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High School Summer Science Program
The College of Chemistry and the Berkeley Global Science Institute present SciTech, a program for rising high school students (grades 9-12) who are interested in enhancing their understanding of the problems facing the world, learning about the relevance of science and technology in addressing such problems, and being inspired to pursue careers in science and technology that will ensure their contribution to positively impact the world.
Please visit their website for more information or click here for their brochure.
To Apply:
SciTech is now accepting applications! For more information about the application process, please click
here
. They will be accepting applications until April 30, 2017.
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