{"id":7522,"date":"2020-03-30T08:44:41","date_gmt":"2020-03-30T12:44:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pvcsd.org\/?p=7522"},"modified":"2022-01-31T21:50:47","modified_gmt":"2022-02-01T02:50:47","slug":"april-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/ms\/middle-school-letter\/april-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"April 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-7523\" src=\"http:\/\/pvcsd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/springsun-227x175.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"227\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/springsun-227x175.jpg 227w, https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/springsun.jpg 255w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 227px) 100vw, 227px\" \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dear PVMS Families,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April is upon us and with that comes warmer weather, showers, and flowers and trees start to bloom.\u00a0 I\u2019m hopeful that we have more sunshine than showers, as our children<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">benefit greatly from being outside.\u00a0 This is imperative during times like this for everyone\u2019s social and emotional health.\u00a0 We miss your child(ren) more than ever!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Partnership:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can\u2019t thank you enough for partnering with us through these times of social distancing and isolation.\u00a0 Many of you are trying to work from home, feed your children, and ensure that their education is continuing.\u00a0 We know that this isn\u2019t easy! There are a few things to consider during times like this. As we come to terms with a new normal and move through a time of virtual learning, we hope that you are doing well and have found a balance of academic, emotional, social, and health needs of you and your family.\u00a0 We miss seeing your child(ren) each and every day. Our teachers and staff also miss their normal, daily routine with your child(ren). Staying connected is the best way for us to navigate these unprecedented times. Together we are stronger!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Grading:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to turning in work and grading, please know that we are flexible.\u00a0 Everyday is different and we should do our best to create consistent schedules for our children but know that this isn\u2019t always reality.\u00a0 Teachers will be marking assignments for completion and\/or provide feedback to keep on track with curriculum needs. Please contact teachers if your child is having difficulty and may need more support.\u00a0 We want to make sure that everyone\u2019s needs have been met and we want to be able to support you in any way possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Creating An At Home Schedule:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This assignment chart can help children and parents keep track of work and assignment due dates. This is an editable document, feel free to change it to fit your needs. The blue colored section at the top is an example.\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1wfadnOt4Y-wL__CpzDV-D0PCnqXb2N2XreNaoPw9QVk\/copy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assignment Organization Chart<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Enrichment Opportunities:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for a little culture and change of pace? Explore museums around the world at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/artsandculture.google.com\/partner?hl=en&amp;tab=pop\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google Arts and Culture.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking to help your child find some inspiration?\u00a0 Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ted.com\/playlists\/129\/ted_under_20\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TED Talks by brilliant kids and teens.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>New York State Exams:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NYS has suspended all K-8 state exams. This suspension for the remainder of the school year applies to the following State testing programs:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York State Grades 3-8 English Language Arts Tests\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York State Grades 3-8 Mathematics Tests\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York State Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT) in Grades K-12\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) for students with severe cognitive disabilities in Grades 3-8 and high school\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Course Selection:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This month, sixth grade families will be receiving a communication with an electronic form to fill out with regard to their foreign language choice (Mandarin Chinese or Spanish) for their upcoming school year.\u00a0 Please take the time to watch the presentation and reach out to Ms. Coleman at <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kcoleman@pvcsd.org<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with any questions regarding these options.\u00a0 In addition, eighth grade families will receive a <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/hs\/9th-grade-orientation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">presentation regarding course selection<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> options for their children with regard to their future ninth graders.\u00a0 Complete the electronic form with regard to course selection. Please watch these presentations carefully and reach out to the proper school counselors at the high school with any questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Dates:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Know that all items and events that had originally been scheduled have been postponed indefinitely.\u00a0 We will reassess our situation once we have a better idea of a return date. To date, our schools are closed through April 15<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">th<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring Break will take place from Monday, 4\/6\/20 \u2013 Monday, 4\/13\/20.\u00a0 School (remote learning) will resume on Tuesday, 4\/14\/19.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Stay Connected<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During these times of remote learning it is our hope to stay connected and a nice way of doing this is through our themed Wednesdays and PVMS Tiger PRIDE Fridays.\u00a0 You will receive weekly communications as to what our themes will be, so please share your pictures with us, as this is a nice way to see one another. Please <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/f78WSFKnARscn9129\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">click here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to upload your photos and thank you for your participation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-7525\" src=\"http:\/\/pvcsd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/springflowers-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Flowers\" width=\"305\" height=\"101\" \/>Please reach out to us at any time as we are all in this together.\u00a0 Our administration, teachers, and staff want what\u2019s best for your children.\u00a0 The best way to persevere through these times is to work together through communication.\u00a0 Continue to practice healthy habits in social distancing and washing your hands and may you and your families stay healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sincerely,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travis W. McCarty<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Principal<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear PVMS Families, April is upon us and with that comes warmer weather, showers, and flowers and trees start to bloom.\u00a0 I\u2019m hopeful that we have more sunshine than showers, as our children benefit greatly from being outside.\u00a0 This is imperative during times like this for everyone\u2019s social and emotional health.\u00a0 We miss your child(ren)&hellip; <a class=\"continue\" href=\"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/ms\/middle-school-letter\/april-2020\/\">Continue Reading<span> April 2020<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[51],"tags":[86],"class_list":["post-7522","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-middle-school-letter","tag-covid19","clearfix"],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7522","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7522"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7522\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7529,"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7522\/revisions\/7529"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7522"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7522"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pvcsd.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7522"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}