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Dear PVMS Families,<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s that time of year where we take a moment to give thanks for all that we have and gather to spend time with friends and family.\u00a0 November brings on those emotions beyond being thankful while we also experience leaves falling and cooler temperatures.<\/span><\/p>\n Our month of October was extremely eventful with our Red Ribbon week being a success with this year’s quote, \u201cBe Kind To Your Mind. Live Drug Free.\u201d\u00a0 Our PTA sponsored Laser Show was amazing with music and lasers representing the word RESPECT and being kind to people.\u00a0 This was followed up with another PTA event in bringing in an inspirational speaker, Nick \u201cSunshine\u201d Tokman from Discovery Channel\u2019s Deadliest Catch.\u00a0 He was super energetic and encouraged students to follow their dreams and to persevere through challenges they may face.\u00a0 Thursday was our third annual First Responders Apparatus and Equipment Day where our local municipalities came to PVMS to show off what they do.\u00a0 A tremendous thank you to the Putnam Valley Ambulance Corps, Putnam Valley Volunteer Fire Department, Putnam County Sheriff\u2019s Department, Westchester County Police with their helicopter and Putnam County SWAT team.\u00a0 It was wonderful to see some of our former students as volunteers.\u00a0 Our high school SADD team members along with Ms. Penta came over to speak with our students during their lunch periods as well.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The Halloween Bash was a tremendous success with many students attending!\u00a0 Ms. Diaz and Mrs. LaVarnway along with our student council created a memorable evening <\/span>filled with spooktacular activities which included a DJ, a costume contest, face painting, a mummy wrap, movie showing of Hocus Pocus (1993) and much more!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n As November rolls in we can anticipate colder temperatures in the near future. Please have your children bundle up for these changes.\u00a0 They should be wearing jackets and be prepared for outdoor recess and outdoor physical education classes while enjoying the fresh air.\u00a0 Please remind your children to check the lost and found as we have an overabundance of jackets and sweatshirts that have been left at PVMS.<\/span><\/p>\n This time of year reminds us that there is always the possibility of snow or icy roads moving forward and to <\/span>have a contingency plan in place.<\/b>\u00a0 In the case that we may have an early dismissal, it is imperative to provide your children with a house key or a plan to go to a neighbor\u2019s or relative\u2019s house.\u00a0 We do not want your children to panic or need to make last minute plans as this will impact their emotional state and distress them in a time where this doesn\u2019t need to be the case.\u00a0 Create a plan and discuss it with your child.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Important Dates<\/b><\/p>\n Middle School Picture Day will take place on Monday, November 6th. <\/b>\u00a0Please ensure your child dresses to impress!\u00a0 Picture makeup day is Tuesday, December 5th.<\/span><\/p>\n Tuesday, November 7th – Superintendent\u2019s Conference Day – Election Day –\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n No School for students. <\/b>\u00a0Our staff members will be taking part in a Superintendent\u2019s Conference Day and expanding on professional development opportunities.\u00a0 Please get out and remember to vote!<\/span><\/p>\n Friday, November 10th – Veterans Day (observed) – Thank you to those who have served our country!\u00a0 No School for staff or students.<\/b><\/p>\n Quarter 2 begins Monday, November 13th <\/b>so please have a conversation with your child regarding any missing materials that may need to be turned in before the end of the quarter.\u00a0 Please check PowerSchool weekly to ensure that your child is being successful and up to date on assignments.\u00a0 This is also a great time to clean out binders and keep all items in safe storage until the end of the year. \u00a0 Please mark your calendar to check PowerSchool on Thursday, November 16<\/span>th<\/span> for Quarter 1 Report Card Grades and Comments.\u00a0 Please be sure to reach out to teachers regarding any academic, behavioral, or social concerns.<\/span><\/p>\n Read With Me Night<\/b><\/a>– Thursday, November 16th at 6:00PM<\/b> – PVMS invites students along with their parents and guardians to a night of reading.\u00a0 Come get familiar with our Learning Commons and find a book that you can share together.\u00a0 We\u2019ll provide booklists for each grade level by genre to help you find the perfect book.\u00a0 You don\u2019t want to miss this great PVMS community event.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Thanksgiving Recess will be observed November 22nd – November 26th.<\/b>\u00a0 Enjoy this time with your family and reflect on everything that we have to be thankful for.<\/span><\/p>\n Please find time to discuss the community in which we live and how we can give back.\u00a0 This may be collecting for a food drive or food pantry and\/or volunteering time to help others.\u00a0 Putnam Valley is a special place and our children are our future.\u00a0 Thank you for your support and be well!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Sincerely,<\/span><\/p>\n Travis W. McCarty Dear PVMS Families, It\u2019s that time of year where we take a moment to give thanks for all that we have and gather to spend time with friends and family.\u00a0 November brings on those emotions beyond being thankful while we also experience leaves falling and cooler temperatures. 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