MONDAY
MEMO
from the principals
2 March 2020 | Chartiers Valley Middle School
Hello Colt Families,

The school year is flying by as we turn the corner into the 4th and final marking period. On March 19, the third grading period ends, so please encourage your students to turn in missing assignments and work diligently to complete classwork. 

On Friday, Rabbi Chuck from the Tree of Life Synagogue presented a moving speech to our students and staff. His theme emphasized the power of kindness, so the 6th grade classes spent some time on activities that supplemented his words.  The culminating activity asked the students to write down acts of kindness that they had done. These were put together as a visual reminder of how important kindness truly is. 

Some students wrote notes of encouragement and appreciation that were greatly welcomed by staff members. In the afternoon, a “Positive Card Making” I&E was the perfect way to end a day that revolved around such a powerful message.  

Lifetouch will return on April 6th for Spring pictures. There is no obligation to buy, but we encourage all students to participate. Information and ordering details will come home closer to the date.  

Finally, please be sure to scroll down for a new addition to the Monday Memo -- CV in the News, and an important message from Dr. Vanatta regarding colds, flu, and coronavirus.

Make it a great day, 

Dr. Michele Welter, Principal
Mr. Dan Knause, Assistant Principal
All flyers are now sent digitally via PeachJar!

That means no more backpacks full of paper!

CVSD has saved 138,000 pieces of paper since September...that's 14 trees!

Click the graphic below to view flyers for:
  • community events
  • school events
  • youth sports and activities sign-ups
  • job and scholarship opportunities
  • and more!
This Week At a Glance

MONDAY - Day 1
TUESDAY - Day 2
WEDNESDAY - Day 3
THURSDAY - Day 4
FRIDAY - Day 5

Looking Ahead

March 19 - End of 3rd marking period
March 23 - No School for Students- Act 80 Day 
March 26 - Celebrate CV! An interactive, hands-on exhibition of all things CV, for people of all ages; 6:00 - 8:00 pm at CVHS.
April 6 - Lifetouch Spring Pictures
April 9, 10, 13 - Spring Recess, No School

PSSA Testing Schedule
April 21 - Section 1 ELA  
April 22 - Section 2 ELA
April 23 - Section 3 ELA
April 28 - Section 1 MATH
April 29 - Section 2 MATH
May 5 - Section 1 SCIENCE (8 th Grade)
May 6 - Section 2 SCIENCE (8th Grade)
After School Policy
It is Middle School policy that students are NOT permitted to remain on school property(unless they are directly participating in a club/sport) after dismissal to attend after school sporting events. Dismissal is at 3:07 and there is no supervision provided for students after that time. Unless a student has direct supervision by a parent or adult, they are not permitted to be at a sporting event. If students are found unattended, they will be subject to disciplinary action.   

Homework Club
At this time, the homework club has been cancelled until further notice.

Parkway West Annual Open House
The Parkway West CTC invites you to the annual Open House on Tuesday, March 3rd. Click this link for more details: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/FMfcgxwGDDjqzqPMKtxmnBJhbkhDChJF?projector=1&messagePartId=0.1

Athletic Dismissals
If your child participates in a Middle School sport and you wish to take him/her with you at the end of the game instead of the district provided transportation, you must complete this form by noon on game day. Please direct any calls or issues to the athletic office at 412-429-2244.

CVSD is Hiring
Our schools are seeking instructional aids, substitute teachers, cafeteria and playground monitors, cafeteria workers, substitute custodians, and more! We know that so many of you love our children as much as we do, and we would love to have you join our team.
A Dose of Colt Coffee Website
The Student Newspaper, A Dose of Colt Coffee, is proud to announce our new website. We've got an incredible variety of stories published for you to read! 
Newspaper meetings are held every Monday after school in room 2061. 

Yearbook Club
Yearbook club meetings will be held on Tuesdays in room 3017.

Newspaper  
Newspaper meetings are held every Monday after school in room 2061. 

Student Council Meetings
Click this link to access the calendar of meetings for the year.   https://docs.google.com/document/d/15luNBcVoaa0dPerXUjO49dL64IjPuoAwzwc9Wa4W-Oo/edit

Box Tops for Education
Please help our PTSG by submitting Box Tops. See the following link for exciting contests, rules, and ways to submit:   https://tinyurl.com/yyqq64mg

From the Cafeteria
The cafeteria will be holding open interviews at the District Administrative Offices February 26 and March 11 and 25, from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Email  jvanbibber@cvsd.net  with any questions.   

Wacky Snack Wednesdays! Snacks may be purchased on Wednesdays with $1.00 cash or through a student lunch account with a positive balance. 

Download the Nutrislice mobile app or click the graphic below to access menus.
. . . CV in the News . . .

Chartiers Valley Defends WPIAL Title Wins 55th Consecutive Game

Chartiers Valley Comes Alive with 'Young Frankenstein'

Chartiers Valley Names First Ever Student of the Month

Looking Back at the Greatest Streaks in WPIAL Sports History

More CVSD Headlines
Superintendent's Spotlight
A monthly message from Dr. Vanatta
Dear Chartiers Valley Families,

While spring is just around the corner, flu season runs through March, and sometimes as late as May. However, there are preventative measures you can take to defend against illness.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the following actions to help people stay healthy this year: 

  • Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. 
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow when sneezing or coughing. 
  • Get plenty of rest. 
  • Eat healthy foods and drink a lot of healthy liquids (avoid sodas). 
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces that could be contaminated. 
  • Get your flu shot.

Both the common cold and the flu are respiratory illnesses that are caused by different viruses. You can learn more about both from the CDC’s website. 

Influenza (flu) ( https://www.cdc.gov/flu/index.htm )

There has also been a lot of talk about the Coronavirus as of late. According to the CDC’s website: “The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new virus that causes respiratory illness in people and can spread from person-to-person. This virus was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.” For more information about coronavirus, visit the sites listed below.


The District will be working closely with the PA Department of Health along with CDC to monitor the potential impact of the virus. We also ask that our families do their part to help maintain a healthy environment in our schools. Please do not send your child to school if he or she has experienced:

  • A fever of more than 100 degrees within the last 24 hours. Students must be fever free without medication for 24 hours before returning to school. 
  • Vomiting or diarrhea within the last 24 hours. 
  • Continuous coughing that is not relieved with cough medicine. 

In addition, please do not send your child to school if he or she has been advised by a doctor to refrain from attending school for any medical reason.

Should you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact your student's school nurse. Contact information can be found on the school website ( https://www.cvsd.net/student-services/nursehealth ).

Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our schools healthy! 

Sincerely,

Johannah M. Vanatta, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Inspiring, achieving and celebrating excellence!

Chartiers Valley Middle School


50 Thoms Run Road Bridgeville, PA 15017
412-429-2220