217 East 7800 S., Midvale, UT 84047
801-826-8800

Jr Husky Happenings 10.14.22

Dear Midvalley Families – Thank you for a fun week of teaching and learning at Midvalley.  Highlights included All Pro Dads event, Utah Food Bank, and Jr. Husky Success Recognition.  Classroom highlights included Ms. Daniels’ class learning from our new Wonders reading curriculum through an engaging NearPod, Ms. Stark’s class showing mastery of 95% routines, Ms. Milne engaged her students in high quality partner and class discussions, Maestra Illan’s class continued their Spanish language development through learning about animals, Ms. Morgart’s students teaching each other math skills, and Ms. Mourigan’s class mastering math skills through real world examples. Go Jr. Huskies! Jr. Husky Success…Nothing Less!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Smith’s Click HERE to view a How To Flyer on to set up your Smith’s account. Please take a moment to update your Smith’s account to select Midvalley to receive .5% of your eligible purchases.
  1. Go to https://www.smithsfoodanddrug.com/topic/community/#/school-programs
  2. Click on the highlighted blue link about halfway down the page that says, “Enroll in Smith’s Inspiring Donations.”
  3. Follow the directions to create an account or log-into sign up for the “Inspired Donations” program.  It is helpful to have your 10 digit Smith’s rewards number.
  4. The easiest way to find Midvalley is by typing ONLY “RL740.”
  5. Once Midvalley pops up under “Search Results,” click Enroll.
That’s it!  You’re done.  Every time you shop at Smith’s, Midvalley will automatically get the donation.  Nothing more to do, ever!  We currently have 56 households.  Last quarter, we received $277.27.  The money is spent on student rewards and incentives. Digital Citizenship Week in CSD October 17-19, 2022, Canyons School District will be participating in our annual Digital Citizenship Week. Included below is an overview of the activities we will be sharing and discussing in our school so that you may extend these conversations with your children at home. From cyberbullying and photo sharing to digital footprints and online safety, we want to help students and families address important topics and have meaningful conversations about making great choices in their digital lives.
  • “Share with Care”
    • Students will learn how their digital footprint is made up of what they post online, and how to determine what types of information should be kept private.
  • “That’s Not What I Meant!”
    • Students will learn how the meaning of words and pictures can change depending on who is viewing them and where they’re shared.
  • “How Do Others See Us Online?”
    • Students will explore how their digital footprints may tell people more–or just different–stuff about them than they wanted others to know.
  • “Seeing Upsetting Stuff”
    • Students will learn how to respond when someone shows you something that makes you uncomfortable, as well as how to report the situation to a trusted adult.
  • “Handling Mean Behavior Online”
    • Students will learn how to pause and calm down before responding to mean behavior online so as not to escalate the situation.
  • “It’s Cool to be Kind”
    • Students will learn how to respond to mean behavior online to share kindness, block bullies, and report troublemakers.
  • “Noticing Feelings”
    • Students will learn how to empathize with people and identify what others may be feeling during online interactions.
  • “Ways to Show Kindness”
    • Students will practice showing kindness online to make the online world a kinder, more welcoming place.
  • “From Negative to Nice”
    • Students will practice responding to negativity online with positivity for more fun and interesting interactions online.
  • “But That Wasn’t Me!”
    • Students will explore the consequences of sharing their passwords with others and how doing so might negatively impact their digital footprints.
  • “How to Build a Great Password”
    • Students will practice developing strong, memorable passwords.
Halloween The Halloween Parade will be held on Monday, October 31, 2022 and is scheduled to begin at 9:00 am. All students wear their costumes to school.  Students can bring a change of clothing and following the parade can change into their regular school clothes. Please watch for additional information from your child’s teacher Additional Information to Allow for the Best Experience for All:
  • Costumes
    • Students may not wear masks or other items that minimize their vision.
    • Weapons (real and facsimile) are not permitted.
    • We encourage students to be creative with their costumes but to avoid blood and gore as part of their costumes.
  • Parade Route
    • To ensure student safety and provide a fun experience for students, families, and teachers, we will use the parade route map below.
    • Family seating to view the parade will be available on the north side of the building on the playground.
Kindergarten Families – Applications for Midvalley’s Spanish Dual Language Immersion program are being accepted online through Nov. 21, 2022. Any kindergarten-aged student who will be starting the first grade in fall 2023 may apply. A lottery will be held to determine entrance into the programs if the number of applicants exceeds the seats available.  Questions? Call the Instructional Supports Department at 801-826-5026 or reach out to Principal Swanicke at 801.826.8803 or margaret.swanicke@canyonsdistrict.org Stay in the know about Midvalley!
  • SOCIAL MEDIA and WEBSITE: Many questions you have can be answered with information found on our website. Midvalley is also active on Facebook and Instagram
 
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
  • Help in Classrooms – contact your teacher
  • Volunteer to help with upcoming events, PTA committees, or sign up for W.A.T.C.H. Dogs – click HERE
Current Volunteer Openings
  • PTA Planning Committees – Committee members to help with health, safety, and fundraiser events.
  • W.A.T.C.H. Dogs: Males figures to join his student half day or full, assisting to help keep the school safe and build community.
 
INTERESTED IN WORKING AT MIDVALLEY?
Substitutes – There are lots of opportunities to be an emergency sub @ $120 per day at Midvalley, regular substitute @ $140 per day, and licensed substitute at $165 per day.  We would love to have you join our team!  Reach out to Ms. Wendy Court, our head secretary, if you need further information. Kitchen Worker – 2 hours/5 days per week/7:30-9:30 Breakfast
 
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UPCOMING DATES
OCTOBER 17 Classic Fun Center Skate Night at 5:00 pm 17 – 19 Digital Citizenship Week 18 School Community Council at 3:30 pm 20 – 21 Fall Recess 24 – 28 Red Ribbon Week 24 Picture Make-Ups 25 Kindergarten Field Trip 27 Eye Care Clinic 31 Halloween Parade at 9:00 am 31 Classroom Parties – contact your teacher NOVEMBER 4 PTA Board Meeting at 2:30 pm 8 School Community Council at 3:30 pm 10 Family Math Night – more information coming soon! 11 End of Trimester K – 5 11 5th Grade Veterans Day Program at 9:30 am 11 PTA General Meeting at 2:30 pm 14 – 18 Give Thanks Drive 15 Moms Matter at 7:45 am 17 Utah Food Bank at 3:00 pm 23 – 25 Thanksgiving Recess 30 Big Smiles Dental Clinic 30 5th Grade Field Trip DECEMBER 2 PTA Board Meeting at 2:30 pm 12 – 16 Grinch Service Week 13 All Pro Dads at 7:45 am 15 Utah Food Bank at 3:00 pm 16 Kindergarten Program for Families at 9:30 am 16 PTA Board Meeting at 2:30 pm 19 – 2 Winter Recess

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