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Friday, February 3, 2023
Lean on Me – Bill Withers

Happy Birthday today to Ja’Ray M. and Isabella S.
 
Congratulations again to Bus F and A riders!!  You all look so cozy in your pajamas!  Keep up the good behavior! 
 
Keep showing Kindness!  We have a week left!  Fill those Bingo Boards!
Today’s quote is by Vice President Kamala Harris: “Anyone who claims to be a leader must speak like a leader.  That means speaking with integrity and truth.”


Thursday, February 2, 2023

Ella Fitzgerald - Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Today's quote from American jazz singer also known as “The First Lady of Song”- Ella Fitzgerald: “Where there is love and inspiration, I don’t think you can go wrong.”
 
Doughnuts will be on sale again for $1 before school tomorrow. Thanks for supporting the band and chorus!
No Birthdays today.
 
It is Groundhog Day today!  Did the Groundhog see his shadow?  Will we have 6 more weeks of Winter or will Spring come early?
 
Here are the POP award winners for January.
 
Early Childhood : Izra
Izra shows Bomber Spirit in the classroom by working hard on all her tasks and participating at group times. She is a good friend and invites others to play and encourages them to take turns and try new things. She has made so much progress on her goals since she started school! We are so proud of her!
 
Kindergarten:  Amari
We are so proud of our POP winner for January, Amarii!  He comes into class every day smiling! He is kind, respectful and such a hard worker. Amarii gives 100% in all that we do! Amarii is happy to work and play with everyone. He is a kind and sweet friend to all his classmates! Great job Amarii!
 
First Grade: Brody
Brody has worked so hard this year and it shows!  We are so happy for him!  Not only does he work hard on his schoolwork, but he also helps others and always keeps our room clean!  Thanks, Brody! You're awesome!
 
Second Grade: Piper
Piper is our January POP award winner. Piper always completes her work, follows school expectations, and helps others. She is very sweet and very deserving of the POP Award.
 
Third Grade:  Mariah
I am happy to recognize Mariah as our 3rd grade POP winner. Mariah can be described as kind, responsible, helpful, and positive. She is a hardworking student, trustworthy friend, and talented basketball player.  I am so proud of Mariah for always striving to be her best!
 
Fourth Grade:  Amiyah
Amiyah is an absolute joy in class. She is always on task and I can count on her to make good choices on what to work on when she finishes tasks. She keeps others on track when doing group work, asks for help when she doesn't understand an assignment and is always ready to run an errand.  I am so glad to have Amiyah as a part of my class.

Please send all the POP award winners to the office at this time.  Congratulations to all our January  winners!
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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Doughnuts will be on sale again for $1 before school on Friday. Thanks for supporting the band and chorus!
 
Happy Birthday today to Dwayne S, Tevin W., Annabelle K, and Jada S.
 
Congratulations to the top scoring teams from the second ICTM Math Contest. Two 3rd grade teams tied with a score of 7. On those teams were Jace L, Carlo P, Mariah H, Dani W, Mia M, Madysen L, London S, James E, Olivia K. On the 4th grade team scoring 13 points were Addison B, Karmen P, Kylie W, and Olivia P. Good luck to all 3rd and 4th graders participating in the individual competition today!
 
Happy 100th Day of School!  100 school breakfasts, 100 morning announcements, 100 days of buses loading and unloading students, 100 days of fun and learning!
 
Tuesday Trivia answer: 176 days we attend school in a school year.
We have 75 more to go!
 
Today also begins Black History Month which honors the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history.
Your teachers have many activities to help celebrate the rich cultural heritage of African Americans and remind us that Black history is American history.
Today’s song was from Louis Armstrong, an American Trumpeter and vocalist.  He was among the most influential figures in jazz.
Today’s quote is by Martin Luther King, JR: ” The time is always right to do what is right.”

Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Wow!  Hope everyone enjoyed their surprise Snow Day! - I hope these friends had a very happy birthday this weekend: Bernard E. and Christopher N. Jr. These friends had a surprise day off on their birthday yesterday:  Happy Birthday to Aurora M. and Solomon A.  Happy Birthday today to Augustus M.
 
Don’t forget our Kindness challenge is still going!!  Continue with your acts of kindness so you can add your name to the BINGO board! 
 
Shout out to Mrs. Robinsons class for getting positive notes from your sub in music class. Mrs. Gallaher is so proud of you for participating in music and asking fantastic questions about Jazz music! I also want to give a shoutout to Ms. Petryshyn’s class for their behavior in music with the sub. You were singing, dancing, participating and being KIND to all of your classmates. Great job!
 
We have been in school 99 days today.  You know what tomorrow is? Our 100th day of school!
Happy 100th Day of School!  100 school breakfasts, 100 morning announcements, 100 days of buses loading and unloading students, 100 days of fun and learning!
 
Tuesday Trivia-How many days do we go to school in a school year?

Monday, January 30, 2023
Inclement Weather - No School

Friday, January 27, 2023
Play School song: http://www.bv119.net/school-song.html
 
Happy Birthday today to Rory T, Wesley T, and  Nariah A.
 
Look at all the yellow today!  It makes me smile!
What a way to ‘yell” “yo” We love our school!!!

Thank you to all who came to the Volleyball games last night to cheer on Belle Valley!

Reminder, today we are dismissed at 11:45.
 
Poster Contest Winners please come to the office at 11:00 for pizza with me, the Principal!
 
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Play school song: bv119.net/school-song.html
 
Happy Birthday to Aubree C. and  Chloe C!
 
We will announce the poster winners before the end of the day!
Thank you for all the entries!  You guys really created some amazing posters showing school spirit! 
 
Poster winners Pizza lunch with the Principal at 11:00 on Friday.
 
Can’t wait for the National School Choice Week Dance in the hallway today at 3:00.
 
Looking forward to seeing you all at the Volleyball game tonight at 4:00!  Get in free with a poster cheering on the Belle Valley Volleyball players.  Each student must be accompanied by a parent.
 
Tomorrow, we have an early dismissal day.  We are dismissed at 11:45. No school lunch is served tomorrow.
 
Wear yellow tomorrow which is the color for National School Choice Week!
Let’s Yell-ow how much we love Belle Valley!

Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Inclement Weather - No School

Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Play school song bv119.net/school-song.html
 
Happy Birthday today to DeMarieya B.
 
Today seems to be all topsy-turvy!  I can’t tell who are the Teachers and who are the students!
It's not too late to turn in your “Why I Love Belle Valley” poster to the office!
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Wednesday, Wait till you see What's Cooking in the cafeteria at lunch. Enjoy music, conversation and special guests (your teachers)!
 
Continue to fill those Kindness Bingo cards!  Teachers too!

Here is a little Tuesday Trivia: Belle Valley is the 64th largest public school in Illinois!

Monday, January 23, 2023
Alian A. had a birthday this weekend!  Hope it was a good one! 
Happy Birthday today to Fallon F!

​Play school song:      bv119.net/school-song.html
 
What a great way to begin School Choice Week and celebrate our school!
Tomorrow,  is Twisted Tuesday.  Students dress as your Teachers and Teachers dress as your students!
Don’t forget, posters are due on Wednesday, January 25 in the office.  Show us what you love about Belle Valley!  You can win pizza with the Principal on Friday!

Friday, January 20, 2023
Happy Birthday today to Ryan S. and Melody S.
 
I love seeing all the classroom Kindness Bingo Cards being filled! Terrific job!
 
Next week is National School Choice Week.  This is the week to celebrate our great school!  One of the fun activities planned is a Poster Contest with the theme “I love Belle Valley!” Show us what makes our school great!  The poster is due in the office on Wednesday, January 25.  You could win pizza with the Principal (that would be me) on Friday, January 27th in the conference room at 11:00!  Check out the flier that comes home today with all super activities planned for next week!
 
Twist it up Tuesday!!-students dress like teachers and teachers dress like students!
 
Shout out to the 2nd grade teachers for making the world famous Belle Valley popcorn to share with the teachers yesterday for National popcorn day!  That was such a kind gesture.  
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Thursday, January 19, 2023
Happy Birthday to Harry M!
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Did you know that today is national Popcorn Day?  What a great afternoon/evening snack!  If you attend a volleyball or basketball  game at Belle Valley, we have the BEST popcorn in town at our concession stand!

Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Happy Birthday today to Khori D, Jacob G, and Elijah W.
 
We still have several buses in the running for bus of the month!!
Bus H-V
Bus B-I
Bus F-III
Bus E-
Bus G-
Bus A-
Bus C-
Bus D-
 
Please make sure you are following the expectations on the bus. Remember to use your inside voice and to keep your hands, feet, hurtful words, and all other objects to yourself.  If you ride the bus that has the fewest referrals at the end of the month will receive a pass to wear PJ’s to school!
 
Today is an early dismissal.  I hope everyone enjoys an extra hour at home!  
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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Happy Birthday over the 3-day weekend to Nadiyah P, Jordan M, Mason S, and Kharma I. 
Happy Birthday today to Kayceon D. and Autumn F.
 
It is time to fill our class Kindness Bingo Board!  Whenever a teacher or a school helper sees you being kind, they will give you a “Caught you Being Kind” note.  You can receive a Kindness note from any teacher, the lunchroom helpers, our office friends, and the bus drivers!  Show that to your homeroom teacher and you will then write your name or number in a box on the Classroom Bingo Card.  During the week of February 13, I will call Bingo boxes.  If your name is in that box, you will come to the office to pick a fabulous prize!  Good Luck!  Let’s fill those Bingo cards!
 
Attention all students and school staff! The Yearbook Staff will officially start the “Race to Memory Lane” Yearbook Orders Competition today!  This competition is to track the percentage of purchased yearbooks in each grade level.  There will be an elementary competition & middle school competition.  The grade level that has purchased the greatest percentage of yearbooks will receive a reward for THE ENTIRE GRADE LEVEL!! Belle Valley staff are included in this competition and will be competing against the middle school grades.
On the windows right outside of the front offices, you will find two giant posters that we will be updating weekly to show the progress each grade level has made to reach the ultimate goal of 100% of the students purchasing a yearbook!
The final day to purchase a yearbook is MARCH 14th, do not wait, order now! If you need more order forms, please contact Mrs. Cole!

Monday, January 16, 2023
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day - No School

Friday, January 13, 2023
Happy Birthday to Forrest B. today! 
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The class that wore the most BV spirit great yesterday was Ms. Brown’s 4th grade!!  Congratulations!! 
 
Today is our PBIS Bingo party!!  Thank you to all students that earned this party!  I hope you all enjoy a fun BINGO game. 
 
Remember to keep your hands, feet, hurtful words, and all other objects to yourself.  

Thursday, January 12, 2023
Happy Birthday to Kaysen R, Janyla C, Kynzho M.
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Love all the Bomber Spirit Today!  Go Bombers!  Congratulations to the Winning Classroom with the most Belle Valley Spirit!  Enjoy your trip to the Spirit Box!  I heard it is full of goodies!!!
 
I want to give a big shout out to Mrs. Morrow's class for doing such a great job in music yesterday. They were playing the drums and doing a wonderful job listening and following along with Mrs. Gallaher. Great job!!

Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Happy Birthday today to Alijah N.
 
It’s time!  Tomorrow is spirit day!  Be sure to wear your Bomber gear or Bomber colors tomorrow to show your school spirit.  If you want to wear a hat, bring $1.00 to give to your homeroom teacher.   Let’s Go Bombers, LET’S GO!!!
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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Happy Birthday today to Jamarlionn B, Faith C, and George E!
 
Spirit day is almost here!  Get your Bomber gear or Bomber colors ready for Thursday this week!  Remember to bring in $1 to wear a hat.  Time to show your Bomber Pride!!!
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Monday, January 9, 2023
Kyrie Harriel. and Jameir H. celebrated their birthdays this weekend.  Hope you had a great birthday!  Happy Birthday today to Journee B!
 
Please remember the PBIS expectations today and everyday throughout the week.  We are going to keep our hands, feet, etc. 
 
We have some visitors in the building for the next couple weeks.  Please show them what a great place Belle Valley is!
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Friday, January 6, 2023
I hope you all enjoyed your donuts this morning! 
 
Happy birthday to Blake H.
 
Please continue to follow our school expectations in the hallway, bathroom, cafeteria, and playground.  Please remember to keep your hands, feet, hurtful words and all other objects to yourself.  
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Thursday, January 5, 2023
Happy Birthday today to Devionna W, Royal D, Gisella M, Madelyn P, Kamorah J, and  William R.
 
Doughnut day is tomorrow!  Bring a dollar to buy a doughnut before school tomorrow!
 
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Elementary News - Welcome back!    Happy New Year!  I hope you all enjoyed your break!  I am so excited to make 2023 a great year!! 
 
Today we are doing our PBIS bootcamp.  During this camp, you will review the expectations of the school.  All buses will have seating charts starting today.  Please remember to keep your hands, feet, hurtful words, and all other objects to yourself.  Our focus in 2023 is to be kind individuals.  We are going to treat others the way we want to be treated. 
 
Happy Birthday today to Shawndrea R!
 
Here are the POP award winners for December.
Kindergarten would like to nominate Grace D. from Mrs. Leach’s room.  Grace is a great listener and is always following the school rules. She is always kind to her friends and likes to make them happy. She makes good choices every day. She is wonderful to have in class. Great job, Grace!
 
First Grade's POP winner for December is Jordyn L in Ms. Miller's class.  With a beautiful smile, Jordyn comes to school every day prepared to learn.  She takes pride in her work and makes a diligent effort to complete her assignments with her very best handwriting and neatness.  Jordyn is the first one to help a classmate and be a friend to everyone around her. She never gives up when things get hard and encourages those around her to keep trying.  Jordyn's positive attitude in the classroom is contagious and others gravitate to her because she shows so much kindness and peace.  We are very happy to have her in our class! Great job Jordyn! Keep up the good work!
 
Second grade is nominating Na-Zir G from Miss Meneese’s class because he has shown to be a great asset to our classroom. Even though he is new to Belle Valley this year he is dependable, caring, and a team player. Na-Zir is always eager to help his classmates out in any situation. He is kind to everyone and a friend to all. He is always ready to learn and is excited to do so. Na-Zir is a true example of a pop winner.
 
Mrs. Sintzel would like to nominate Ayva T. for third grade. Ayva's smile and kindness will brighten anyone's day. She is smart, helpful, and considerate to her classmates and teachers. Ayva is going to make an awesome fourth grader next year. Way to go!
 
Karmen P. in Miss Sweet’s room is December's 4th grade pop winner. Karmen is always following the classroom expectations as well as the Belle Valley expectations. She tries her best in class and completes all of her work on time. Karmen is a caring friend and loves to help others. She is sweet and is able to treat everyone with kindness especially when they need it most. Karmen's positive attitude never goes unnoticed. Keep up the good work Karmen!
 
We would also like to nominate 3rd grader Brielle T. from Mrs. Morrow’s room. Brielle is a friend to all. She is always willing to help out a friend, either academically or socially. Brielle exhibits the characteristics of an honorable person of character. We know that you can do anything you set your mind to! Congratulations Brielle!
At this time, please ascend all POP award winners to the office.  Congratulations to all our POP award winners!!
 
Doughnut day is Friday!  Bring a dollar to buy a doughnut before school on Friday!
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