Volume 92| February 5th, 2021
Diablo Vista Middle School
Danville, California
Calendar Reminders

  • February 8 & 10: Special Bell Schedule - ODD Block Periods
  • February 9 & 11: Special Bell Schedule - EVEN Block Periods
  • February 12: Floating Work Day, No School
  • February 15: President's Day, No School
  • February 17: PTSA Association Meeting, 7 pm

DVMS hosts a public school calendar here. Subscribe to a Google Calendar or Apple iCal with Student Bell Schedule and Events.
January Students of the Month
We recognize the following students students by their nominating teachers for exemplifying PERSERVERANCE!

  • Kevin J. (6) - Badal
  • Reece K. (6) - Berglund
  • Venya I. (6) - Berke
  • Anabelle R. (8) - Bishop
  • Courtney L. (8) - Briggs
  • Kyle F. (6) - Buckle
  • Ayush R. (7) - Chan
  • Leo D. (6) - Clay
  • Rygan G. (7) - Demos
  • Mitchell D. (8) - Descombaz
  • Emily T. (7) - Dyrness
  • Sarah C. (8) - Edington
  • Karis B. (8) - Gillette
  • Daniel H. (6) - Healey
  • Michael C. (6) - Hughes
  • Justin H. (8) - Keyser
  • Hayden (McKenzie) C. (6) - Lauer
  • Jonas (Jac) C. (7) - Lindblom
  • Kate L. (8) - Lineberry
  • Collin E. (8) - Meyers
  • Doris H. (6) - Montgomery
  • Maleko W. (7) - Mostowtt
  • Alexander R. (6) - Muse
  • Mariella W. (6) - Nair
  • John Louis R. (8) - Nassoura
  • Reyansh S. (8) - Pappachan
  • Zavier V. (8) - Parkey
  • Jasmine M. (7) - Roberson
  • Reya K. (8) - Saksena
  • Aniruth K. (8) - Scott
  • Ryder C. (8) - Simpson
  • Aaryav G. (7) - Sison
  • Jolie T. (8) - Vasudeva
  • Daryl (Kennedy) W. (6) - Vawter
  • Aryia M. (8) - Vlahos
  • Zachary V. (8) - Wildy
  • Raquel R. (7) - Yanes
The character theme for the month of February is Teamwork. See the Student of the Month School Year Calendar for details.
Health & Wellness Update
Pandemic and Loneliness in Kids

Quarantines are necessary for preventing a pandemic spread but forced isolation may have negative impact on children’s mental wellness. Kids feel cut off from friends and family. Here are some signs of loneliness in kids and how parents can help:
  • Kids often don’t vocalize their feelings but instead may “act out”. They might be irritable, behave rudely or cry. Parents can help identify the reason for this change and start a conversation about feelings. Ask questions like are you sad, angry or worried?
  • Parents should also look out for signs like change in eating habits, disrupted sleep, lack of focus, lethargy.
  • Parents should resist the urge to punish or dismiss kid’s feelings. Acknowledge and show empathy. Create a safe space for them to talk about their feelings.
  • Encourage them to think more positively. Ask them things they would like to do once it is safe.
  • Keep them engaged in activities that interest them like art and music.
  • Teach them life skills like cooking, doing laundry, cleaning, money management.
  • Encourage virtual play dates with friends or video chats with family members.
From your Health & Safety Chair
PTA Legislation Conference

California State PTA Legislation Conference.

This year's program is virtual and is open to all PTA members.
When: February 8-9, 2021, Conference Hours are 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM.
Price: $50 per person

Registration closes Sunday February 7 at 12 noon! Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/california-state-pta-2021-virtual-legislation-conference-tickets-128927159605

For more information, check out the CAPTA website or contact the DVMS PTSA Legislative Chair, Christian Park.
Library Update
Rainbow colors
The DVMS Library is hosting the 1st Annual Best of the Best Book Awards!

Think of the Oscars or the Grammys...but for books! There were so many amazing books published last year, and we’re going to be narrowing them down to the best of the best!

Here are the 3 steps to participate!
  1. Check out the nominated books on the library website.
  2. Decide which categories you want to vote for and make a plan to read any of the books you have not already read.
  3. Once you’ve finished reading, cast your vote! The Google Form is on the library website.

You have until February 25th to submit your vote! By the way, there are more details on the library website, and I’ll be sending an email to all students as well! If you have any questions, please email me!

Thank you ! 

Lauren Dowd
Teacher Librarian
Diablo Vista Middle School
2021-2022 PTSA Board
Are you looking for a way to get more involved and stay informed about everything happening at DVMS? PTSA invites current students, parents, and community members to consider serving on the 2021-22 DVMS PTSA Board. Nominate yourself or someone else to join our team!

See positions & descriptions on our website: https://dvms.schoolloop.com/ptsa-board

Please submit nominations by February 12th, 2021. Elections will be held during the DVMS PTSA Association meeting on March 17, 2021.

For questions & nominations, please contact the Nominating Committee.
Lydia Facteau <lydiafac@gmail.com>
Lisa Gross <kevinlisasf@gmail.com>
Shakeela Hurt <sthl7041@yahoo.com>
Rebecca Ingram <ringram@srvusd.net>
Anagha Joshi <anaghaj@gmail.com>
Deanna Karlson <mdja311@gmail.com>
February Association Meeting
Our next PTSA Association Meeting will be held online on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 7:00 pm.
  • Welcome by Mrs. Ingram
  • Spring Event Planning
  • Committee Updates
Grab & Go Meals
NEW SCHEDULE Starts February 1st!
The FREE Grab and Go Meals will now be available on Mondays and Thursdays, starting February 1, from 10:30-1:30pm. Please note that due to the President's Day holiday, there will be no distribution on February 15. And, there will be a "Food Boxes for ALL Families" on February 11 ONLY.

Grab & Go meals are available to all families at NO CHARGE with children 18 years and under. No student ID is required. Visit www.srvusd.net/childnutrition for more information or email srvusdeats@srvusd.net for questions.
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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