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Hello, Colt families!

Student Parking Update

The student parking area between the football stadium and the guard rail is currently closed due to the next phase of the stadium construction project. During this closure, student drivers will be permitted to park along the fence starting at the guard rail. To ensure the safety of all during afternoon dismissal, student drivers are required to wait until all buses have departed before pulling out of their parking space. Students who are assigned to the overflow parking area in the lower middle school lot are reminded to arrive prior to 7:20 and park in the designated area. 

World Kindness Day

Monday, November 13 is World Kindness Day!  We encourage everyone to start the week off by performing acts of kindness and participating in a theme day to promote kindness.  Wear a shirt promoting kindness or a cardigan in honor of Mr. Rogers, who always taught the importance of being kind.

Dear Chartiers Valley,

I hope this message finds you well.  We are now in full swing of the school year.  The first nine weeks have passed, our fall sports season has concluded, and we are entering a time traditionally of family and giving thanks.  I would be remiss if I didn't mention that that it is one of my favorite times of the year, celebrating two important events: Kindness Day and Thanksgiving.

First, Kindness Day, which is today, November 13, serves as a reminder of the powerful impact that kindness can have in our lives. It's a day when we celebrate the small acts of compassion and generosity that make our school district a nurturing and inclusive environment. 

As we approach Thanksgiving, a time when we come together to give thanks for the blessings in our lives, I want to express my deep gratitude for the support, dedication, and hard work of our students, teachers, staff, parents, and the entire community. It is through your collective efforts that we continue to provide an exceptional education and a safe, nurturing environment for our students.

Additionally, I am humbled and honored to share some exciting news with you all. I have been nominated as an American School Superintendents Association (ASSA) Superintendent nominee. Also, this upcoming December, I am thrilled to be inducted into the University of Pittsburgh Superintendent's Forum. These recognitions are a testament to our school district's collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence in education. I look forward to representing our community at the forum and sharing the invaluable insights and experiences I gained with you.

I am genuinely thankful for the privilege of serving as your school superintendent and the incredible support we receive from all of you. Together, we are making a positive difference in the lives of our students, and I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.

I wish you all a heartwarming Kindness Day and a joyous Thanksgiving holiday. May this season be a time of reflection, appreciation, and renewed commitment to the values that make our community great.

Warm regards,

Johannah Vanatta, EdD.

Superintendent

Advisory Day

The next advisory day is this Wednesday, November 15th. Please make sure you have your Chromebooks with you.

Fall Musical

Tickets for the Fall Musical “Freaky Friday” are now on sale. "Reserved seating" and "General Admission" tickets are $15. The dates of the performances are November 15th - 18th at 7:30pm. Tickets can be purchased at the door the night of the show or online at cvtheatre.ticketleap.com.

After-school Tutoring

After-school tutoring is available Monday through Thursday in Room D1414; please talk to your teachers if you have any questions.

Important Graduation Information for the CV Class of 2024.

Caps and Gowns are on sale now. Please see the flyer below for details about how to order.

Pickleball

Pickleball open gyms started on Monday, October 16th, 7-8:30 p.m. Open gyms will run most Monday nights till March. Follow CV intramurals on Twitter (@chartiersvalle2) to get dates, cancellations and locations. Please contact Ms. Daeschner with any questions.

2023-2024 Yearbooks

Copies of the 2023-2024 CVHS yearbook are available for purchase by visiting jostens.com. Yearbooks are currently at the lowest price they'll be all year, so don't miss your chance to purchase your student's today!

Senior Yearbook Photos

Senior yearbook photos are due Friday, December 1, 2023. All photos must be submitted through ImageFlo and meet the requirements laid out in the email sent at the start of the year. Photo requirements can also be found on the class of 2024 Schoology page. Questions? Please reach out to Mrs. Koons (skoons@cvsd.net).

Free and Reduced Lunch Applications

If your family qualifies for free lunch, please complete the Free Lunch Application or contact Sally Metrovich at 412-429-2254 (smetrovich@cvsd.net). Students will be categorized under the "paid" status unless a form is completed. School lunch menus can be found on the school district’s website, by clicking here, or by downloading the Nurtrislice app.

2024 English Festival for CVMS - Grades 7-9

CVMS students in grades 7-9 are invited to participate in the English Festival sponsored by Ms. Bouch (English 8, Teal House) and hosted by the Western Pennsylvania Council of Teachers of English (WPCTE). English Festival is a battle-of-the-books type competition that takes place against other schools and includes a live presentation from an author of one of the books used in the event. Students participate in teams of 3-5 in grades 7-9.

Students prepare for the event by reading the books and discussing with their teams. There are also pre-festival team and individual contests. As of now, there will not be any meetings with 9th graders; participants are expected to prepare on their own/with their team.

The event for 7th-9th graders is on Wednesday, May 15 at La Roche University. Permission forms and participation fee are due by Friday, January 12. We look forward to having many students participate in this wonderful reading opportunity!

Ms. Bouch will communicate with students via their school email. Please email Ms. Bouch with any questions: abouch@cvsd.net.  

2024 English Festival Permission form

Handmade Cards

Students in our Life Skills classroom at the high school are selling hand-made greeting cards. Order now, and the cards will be shipped to you. Shipping is included in the cost of the cards. Click here to place an order.

National Signing Day

Four CV seniors signed letters to compete in college. On National Signing Day, Wednesday, November 8, 2023, the following students committed to continuing their athletic careers:  

Marta Gualazzi- Robert Morris (Softball)

Payton O'Malley- Bowling Green (Girls Soccer)

Rhiannon Molnar- Cleveland State (Girls Soccer)

Zoe Fries- Duquesne (Girls Soccer)

Click here for photos from CV's signing day. 

CV to be Featured on KDKA's KD Quiz

You can watch the CV Quiz Bowl Team compete on KDKA's KD Quiz show on Saturday, November 18, at 11 a.m. and again on Saturday, November 25, at 11:30 a.m. The team is made up of seniors Gwen Horzempa, Rhi Molnar, and Rachel White, along with alternates Anisha Pai, Camryn Welsh and junior Sydney Trainor and is coached by Mrs. Kristen Steen. 

Chartiers Valley students are invited to submit artwork for the Holiday Greeting Card Art Contest. The theme is "Holidays Around the World." Artwork can be submitted through Wednesday, November 29, 2023, and the winning artwork will be featured on the 2023 CV Holiday Card. Submissions can be dropped off in person at the building offices, via this Google Form, or by emailing publicrelations@cvsd.net.