Weekly Message from Dr. Fish
Dear Flower Valley Community,
All I can say is, "Wow!" International Night was amazing! Our students did such a fabulous job singing culturally diverse songs and sharing their artwork. Thank you to all of our families who came out to enjoy this time together and share their cultural heritage with us through food and artifacts. It was truly a night to celebrate our rich cultural diversity at Flower Valley and to enjoy each other. A special thank you to Ms. Kormann, Ms. Choi, our International Night committee, the PTA, and all of our staff who supported this wonderful community event. It was a memorable night for all!
We also had our first Field Day for our kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade students. It was an absolute blast! Thank you to all of our staff and families who supported this day of fun. Field Day for our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students is this upcoming week.
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
With Firefly Pride!
Dr. Fish
Important Items in This Week's Newsletter
- Author Visit
- Reading Corner
- Field Day Update
- 5th Grade Promotion
- Counseling Corner
- PTA Corner
- Pre-school Opportunity
- Important Dates in May and June
- Helpful Resources
- Bus Transportation Updates
- Attendance, Early Dismissals, and Transportation Changes
- School Visitors and Volunteers
- School Cash Online
- School Contact Information
Author Visit
Adam Newman, author of many fun picture books, will be visiting Flower Valley ES on Thursday, May 25th for grade level assemblies.
- Grades 3-5 assembly is 9:15-10:05
- Grades K-2 assembly is 10:15-11:05
Here is more information about his assembly: https://miloinkbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/2017_BookSellSheet_SM2.pdf
Field Day Update
We are so grateful for all of our volunteers! If you are volunteering, please check in at the main office and get a visitor pass.
5th Grade Promotion Ceremony
When: Wednesday, June 14th @ 5:30 pm
Where: Rockville High School Auditorium
A reception will immediately follow the ceremony in the Rockville High School cafeteria.
Student Arrival Time: 5:00 pm
Please meet in the hall in front of the auditorium.
Dress code: Students should be dressed nicely. Please no jeans, shorts, or sneakers.
We will also have our annual 5th grade clap-out. The 5th grade team will be sharing all of the details with our families.
Counseling Corner
Here are some resources to support families with the SEL needs of their children:
https://www.cfchildren.org/blog/2018/09/lets-talk-sel-parents-this-is-for-you/
https://casel.org/systemic-implementation/sel-with-families-caregivers/
Flower Valley Elementary School PTA Corner
Run a game, volunteer and have fun at the Carnival and Silent Auction this Sun. May 21 from 2 - 5 PM at FVES! SSL and adult volunteers welcome! Enjoy an ice cream truck, bounce houses, class basket raffle and more! Silent Auction items include themed packages for outings and activities with children & adults, and retail!
Get your Papa John's Discount Cards here! This PTA fundraising card is just $15 and grants a year of unlimited free pizzas for every pizza purchased at regular menu price. Great for parties and group events! Applies to carryout orders, not online, at 150 locations!
-Cards purchased before the PTA Carnival on May 21 will be available for pickup at the PTA table during Carnival from 3 - 4 PM.
-Cards not picked up or purchased before 5/21 will go home in backpacks the 1st week of June.
Important Dates in May and June
May 22nd: Kindergarten In-House Field Trip - Reptile Wonders
May 24th: Grades 3, 4, and 5 Field Day (rain date - May 31st)
May 29th: No School
June 1st: Spring Instrumental Music Concert at FVES, 7:00pm
June 6th: 6:30-7:00pm- PTA General Membership Meeting
June 14th: 5th Grade Promotion at Rockville High School at 5:30 pm; Students arrive at 5:00pm
*Please remember these dates are subject to change.
Helpful Resources
MCPS Things to Know (Community Messages)
Student Rights and Responsibilities (Spanish Version Available in Main Office)
Student Code of Conduct (English) (Spanish Version Available in Main Office)
Bus Transportation Updates
Attendance and Dismissal Information
If your child is going to be absent, please email your child's teacher and Mrs. Sintetos at Catherine_G_Sintetos@mcpsmd.org or call the office at 240-740-1780. When your child is absent, please send in a note explaining the reason for the absence within 3 days of the return to school. If your child sees the doctor, please bring in a doctor's note.
If your child is going to be arriving late, you need to bring your child to the main office and sign them in. If you will be picking up your child early or changing your child's dismissal process, please let your child's teacher and Mrs. Sintetos or Ms. Peckoo in the main office know in advance.
School Visitors and Volunteers
If you are interested in serving as a volunteer, please contact Mrs. Atanda at Jennifer_T_Atanda@mcpsmd.org.
School Cash Online
Flower Valley Elementary School
Be bright! Be kind! Be you!
We inspire all children to become critical thinkers who are imaginative, adaptable, and collaborative. We strive to cultivate peaceful, life-long learners who contribute positively to the community around them.
Email: Angie_L_Fish@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/flowervalleyes/
Location: Flower Valley Elementary School, Sunflower Drive, Rockville, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-1780
Twitter: @AngieFish_FVES