Pike Valley USD 426

Pike Valley Community: Thursday, November 14th, Pike Valley Schools will not have school. We are taking this time to allow our families and staff to attend Mrs. Julie Bolte’s funeral in Jewell at 10:00am. We will reschedule the junior high basketball game at Lincoln. The Math Olympics and Kays Regional Event will go on as scheduled for students who choose to attend. Thank you for your understanding at this time.

Dr. Randy Watson, Kansas Education Commissioner, will be at Pike Valley Elementary on November 11th at 1:00pm. Dr. Watson is presenting the Pike Valley School District with the Commissioner’s Award with Highest Distinction. Only 7 school districts in the state won this award. The public is welcome to come to this event.

Good morning 8th graders and parents! Please remember that tomorrow you will be doing your 8th grade presidential election with Mr Joonas. Bring dress up clothes and practice ! Have a great day!

USD 426 is taking applications for a High School Science Teacher Apprenticeship position. Please fill out a certified application on our website and return to the District Office by Monday, November 18, 2024. For questions regarding the position, please contact Superintendent Steve Joonas at steve.joonas@pikevalley.com or 785-335-2206.

Mon. 10/28 : Decade Day - dress up in clothes from your favorite decade so you can remember "say not to drugs no matter your age!" Tues. 10/29 : Twinning Tuesday! - Find a staff or student to be your twin for the day! "Double up against drugs & bullying?" Wed. 10/30 : Wacky Wednesday - "Drugs are Wack" wear your crazy socks, hair, and clothes for the day! Thurs. 10/31 : Halloween Costume! - "Drugs are a Nightmare" wear your costume! Please remember no masks, face paint, or weapons! Fri. 11/1 : Rally in Red - See how much red you can wear head to toe!

PV Families, Just a reminder that Grandparents'/Friends' Day is tomorrow, October 24th from 8:30am-1:00pm. The book fair will also be open until 8:00pm tomorrow during parent-teacher conferences.

October 18th, 2024 Dear Parents, The students of Pike Valley Elementary (Kindergarten-6th Grade) have been asked to participate in the 2024 Homecoming activities on Friday, October 18th. All of our students will be bussed over to Scandia to participate in the parade that is scheduled to start at 1:00 p.m. At the conclusion of the parade all the students will be bussed up to the high school to attend the homecoming assembly. ****THE PEP RALLY WILL BE OVER AROUND 3:00PM**** ***Routes will start running about 3:00PM*** When the pep rally has concluded, parents who wish to take their children with them will need to sign out with the classroom teacher. This is important, so that we can keep track of where all students are supposed to go at the conclusion of the school day. Courtland students will be bussed back over to the grade school at the conclusion of the day. The route busses will be loaded from the high school and all routes will begin from Scandia. If you have any questions regarding the schedule for the day, please call the school at 785-374-4221. Sincerely, Mr.Gritten, Principal Pike Valley Elementary Courtland, KS 66939

Pike Valley Homecoming is next week, October 14-18. We are cheering for the Panthers to "Wrangle up a Win" against the Longhorns. Here are the spirit week theme days for junior high and high school culminating in the Homecoming Parade on Friday at 1 pm, pep assembly at the jh/hs at 1:30pm, and the football game on Friday night at 7pm. Monday - PJ Day Tuesday - Disney Day Wednesday- Country vs. Country Club Thursday -Teacher Day Friday - Spirit Day

Parents, This is a reminder that Pike Valley USD 426 has an early out today, 10/11/2024, for the end of the quarter. PVJH/HS gets out at noon and the PV Elementary gets out at 12:30pm after lunch. Buses will run accordingly. Thank you,

Many school districts, school counselors and caring Kansans have helped us to spread the word. This program allows Kansas kids who are income-eligible for free and reduced-price school meals, to receive $120 in grocery assistance. Applications for this program have extended to OCTOBER 15, so we are working even harder to ensure every family eligible knows they can apply. Summer EBT is available to all Kansas school children who are income-eligible to receive free and reduced-price meals during the school year. While many children were auto-issued for these benefits, plenty more can receive it, but only by completing an online form. Forms must be submitted by October 15, through the Department for Children and Families (DCF) website at www.dcfapp.kees.ks.gov. To assist you in promoting this program and ensuring that eligible families are aware of these benefits, we have prepared sample emails to prospective families, as well as a social media graphic that you can share through your channels. We encourage you to enthusiastically share this information with your school community, including parents, guardians, and students, to help maximize the program’s reach and impact. By working together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of many families across the state! More information can be found through DCF’s Summer EBT fact sheet, found here. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Kansas Appleseed team at hdale@kansasappleseed.org.

Parents: Reminder, today we have early childhood screenings at PV Elementary from 8:30am-3:00pm.

Parents and Spelling Fans: Today's District Spelling Bee is open to the public. It starts at 12:30pm at the PV Elementary School. Thank you

Parents, Just a reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday, September 24th, is Picture Day. Thank you,

Good evening. We are planning to take a pep bus for any JH/HS students and parents who are interested in riding to the game next Friday at Waverly. Parents will be required to ride with JH students . The bus will leave at 1:15 pm. The cost to ride the bus will be $5 a person. Anyone riding will also need to bring money for payment to get into the game and money for supper. If you are interested, please contact the HS office to save your spot on the bus by Wednesday, Sept 25th..

The last mini cheer camp performance will be tonight, September 13th at the Pike Valley Football field in Scandia. Meet at press box at 8:00 pm. Participants will perform at halftime and afterward, they'll be free to leave. Wear camp shirt (and gifted hot pink scrunchy if you have it).

The last mini cheer camp performance will be Friday, September 13th at the Pike Valley Football field in Scandia. Meet at press box at 8:00 pm. Participants will perform at halftime and afterward, they'll be free to leave. Wear camp shirt (and gifted hot pink scrunchy if you have it).

5th Grade Band Night: Monday, August 26th at 6:00pm at the PV Elementary Cafeteria in Courtland. Email Mr. Jackson with any questions: keon.jackson@pikevalley.com or call the school at 785-374-4221. Thank you

Financial Assistance for Students needing PE Shoes In partnership with the Republic County Elementary School, Pike Valley Elementary School, Faithworks, and the Republic County Resource Council; In this community based project, local groups are coming together to combine funds to assist families in need of assistance for the purchase of tennis shoes for the 2024-2025 school year. We all know that tennis shoes are costly items, and often an item that can be difficult for some families to provide for their students. We would like to assist in this issue so that it is not such a financial burden for our local families. Our funds are limited and are on a first come, first serve basis to elementary school students. Families in need may purchase tennis shoes and present receipts to Audrey or Karla at the Republic County Hospital for a reimbursement of $50 for shoes. Please remember that this is on a first come, first serve basis and that receipts must be present for the reimbursement. Stop by the school and get a signed certificate to put with your receipt. With questions please call Karla at 785-527-9171.

Pike Valley Parents, This is a reminder to please finish up your online forms for enrollment. If you need assistance, contact your building administrator. Thank you, Elem: 785-374-4221 JH/HS: 785-335-2294

PV Elementary Open House is Tuesday, August 13th at 6pm in Courtland. The Depot has provided watermelon for us. We'll start in the gym and then have 2 sessions in the classrooms at 6:10pm and 6:30pm. Your child may bring their supplies to leave at the school to make Thursday morning easier.