Diablo Vista Middle School
Danville, California
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- Book Fair: Nov 30-Dec 11
- Asynchronous Day (No Bell Schedule): Dec 8 & 9
- Winter Break: Dec 19 - Jan 3
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November Students of the Month |
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We proudly acknowledge these outstanding Eagles for exemplifying GRATITUDE!
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- Jaleena C. (7) - Badal
- Maddy P. (7) - Berke
- Ananya A. (8) - Briggs
- Mia M. (6) - Buckle
- Jivraj W. (7) - Chan
- Mateo T. (6) - Clay
- Madeline B. (7) - Darrah
- Miguel S. (7) - Demos
- Nolan Y. (8) - Descombaz
- Margaret M. (7) - Downing
- Kevin L. (7) - Dyrness
- Olivia B. (8) - Edington
- Tanner H. (8) - Gillette
- Ella K. (6) - Healey
- Sofia M. (6) - Hughes
- Cash C. (7) - Keyser
- Peyton H. (6) - Lauer
- Milana N. (8) - Lindblom
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- Laina S. (8) - Lineberry
- Fiona A. (8) - Meyers
- Akhil S. (6) - Montgomery
- Addison K. (6) - Mostowtt
- Keyvan N. (7) - Muse
- Anna B. (6) - Nair
- Danielle M. (6) - Nassoura
- Itamar (Iko) O. (7) - Pappachan
- Owen B. (8) - Saksena
- David (Tres) S. (8) - Simpson
- Lianna M. (8) - Sison
- Saachi B. (8) - Vasudeva
- Ava D. (6) - Vawter
- Marino E. (8) - Vlahos
- Alexa M. (7) - Wildy
- Gabriella W. (7) - Wren/Parkey
- Eva V. (7) - Yanes
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Masks Save Lives from our Health & Wellness Chair |
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Resurgence in the number of COVID-19 cases countrywide has health officials stressing the importance of wearing a mask. Here is how masks saves lives:
- COVID-19 is spread by respiratory droplets, even from people with no symptoms. Masks stop respiratory droplets before they reach others, preventing the spread of COVID-19.
- Wearing a mask reduces transmission of COVID-19 and thus reduces hospitalization and deaths.
- The mask traps virus particles on the inside, preventing the virus particles becoming airborne. Protecting Others!
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- The mask prevents airborne virus particles being inhaled from the outside. Protecting Yourself!
- The mask puts a physical barrier between potentially contaminated hands and passages to one's lungs.
- A well-fitted, multi-layer mask works best at preventing droplet spread.
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Sister School Holiday Adopt-a-Family |
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Every year our DVMS community comes together to brighten the holidays of families in need from our sister school, Helms Middle School, in San Pablo. This year our Adopt-A-Family program is going virtual and we are asking that you mail your gifts directly. The 25 families listed below are amongst the neediest at the school and will benefit greatly from your generosity.
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Sign up to fill the wish list item for each family member. For gift cards, $25 gift card values would be great, but really - whatever you can give is much appreciated!
- After you sign up, you will receive an email with the ADDRESS of the family so you can mail them your gift.
- Label your gift with the name of the family Member.
- Please mail directly by December 16th.
- A student from the DVMS Leadership Class will follow up with you via email to confirm that you were able to send your gift
Thank you in advance for keeping this the season of giving despite all of the obstacles thrown at us this year. Helms families will be so grateful!
DVMS Sister School Committee & DVMS Leadership
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'Quarantine & Read!' Book Fair: Nov 30 - Dec 11 |
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Our Virtual Book Fair is here! This year's theme is, fittingly, Quarantine and Read! Shop the Book Fair here, or visit the Library website.
There are books for all ages, and books ship directly to your address. All students have the opportunity to create a wishlist by Dec 9 and be entered to win a DVMS Swag Bag -- a DVMS themed blanket, beanie, and mask, along with a mug and hot chocolate! No purchase necessary, and we'll have three winners.
Book Fair proceeds help support our library!
Reach out to Ms. Dowd with any questions. |
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Reflections Showcase is Now Open |
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The Reflections Virtual Showcase is now live! We invite all of the DVMS community to view our showcase on the PTSA website under Reflections 2020.
Visit our virtual gallery featuring the artistry of our very own DVMS students. Works include dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts. The creativity and enthusiasm demonstrated in these original pieces portray the personal meaning and reflection of each artist on this year's theme, which is "I Matter Because..."
For the protection of our artists, only DVMS families with Schoolloop logins are allowed access to the Showcase. If you have any questions, please contact the Reflections Chair at dvmsptsareflections@gmail.com.
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DVMS Counselor Presentation |
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Our PTSA invited our counselors, Jill Cruz & Lindsey Wondowlowski, to our November Association Meeting to share more about the support they provide our students and our families. Includes Q&A at the end.
Contact Information
- 7th Grade A-L
- All 8th Graders
Lindsey Wondolowski -
- 7th Grade M-Z
- All 6th Graders
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We have some wonderful staff here to support your DVMS Eagle! |
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Middle school students are invited to participate in this year's essay contest "How Can Patriotism Be Demonstrated" by the Elks of America, and is sponsored locally by the Walnut Creek Elks Lodge No. 1811.
The info will also be sent via Peachjar to families. If you or your teachers have a question, please contact Mike Schaaf. See here for details. All essays should be received no later than December 15, 2020.
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Virtual Hugs for the Holidays |
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Handmade Holiday cards with a message for the local Senior Homes, Children's Hospitals, and Homeless who are especially isolated during this pandemic.
Drop off Location: 5433 Belarus Street, Danville
by December 19
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In need of toys and kids clothes for Hoops for Hood, low-income and homeless children in Oakland.
Contact hopeavenue@gmail.com for drop off location.
by December 15
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We are here as a united community to support and encourage each other to become positive, well-rounded, lifelong learners and successful leaders of the future. -Mission Statement DVMS
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