Please see the elementary newsletter for the week of December 4-8.
https://www.smore.com/ed1ps
School isn't just about making academic progress. Students build relationships, learn how to work together, and come together to support each other like a school family. Mrs. Woodyard caught these first graders in a special moment supporting each other!

We have a full slate of games scheduled today for our first HS Basketball games vs Riley County.

Schools That Care's December Newsletter is here! Check out opportunities to give, celebrate Christmas with children and families, tips for relieving holiday stress and MORE!
https://www.smore.com/xvcyu #MERRYCHRISTMAS #SchoolsThatCare
SHOPPING LIST: Making a list and checking it twice? Don't forget to check these items off your holiday shopping list to help students believe and achieve everyday in USD498 and USD380.
#tistheseason #rememberthereason

Mrs. Meadows awarded Addelynn a VHS ticket for showing success in requesting extra work in the classroom. Way to go Addelynn!
December Upcoming in Ag Newsletter

Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday are done but I bet you haven't wrapped any of those gifts yet! Let Valley Heights FBLA help you! Come out Dec. 10 or 16 from 3-6PM and we will do the wrapping for you! Wrapping paper will be provided unless you want to bring your own! Enjoy refreshments while you wait, along with Christmas music and community connection!

Christmas programs in your future? Dress up clothes in children and youth sizes are available at the VH Colts Closets located in VH Preschool, WV and BR grade schools. Donations also accepted.
Shop during school hours or by appointment with the Family Advocate. #HolidayDressUp

The Preschool and Kinder-Prep classes visited the Waterville Library for Kansas Reads to Preschoolers. There were fun stories, snacks, and a craft. The library elf was found too.



A simple "Thank You" can go a long way in showing gratitude...for the giver and for the receiver. Expressing gratitude builds others up and stimulates your own brain with those "feel good" hormones! Be grateful. #CountYourBlessings

The Elementary Christmas Music Program is next week! Still needing an outfit for your child? Check out the Colts Closet at Waterville Grade School!



Schedule for JH basketball games at Washington County:

DEADLINE: Today is the final day to sign up for 3-6 youth Winter basketball! Dues must be paid on Friday, December 1st.
Click the link to register:
https://forms.gle/NbwgsgUD6us3228i7

Looking ahead for the Mustangs:

While you are Black Friday shopping, you can make a difference! Shop for items on this list to donate. Schools That Care keeps supplies like this on hand to offer students and families in USD380 & USD498 when they need a hand up. #HolidaySpirit

Feeling grateful for opportunities to serve students and families in USD498 and USD 380. Thankful to all who support this program and make a difference. So blessed!
Happy Thanksgiving from Schools That Care!

It's better to GIVE than to receive. Please give to help VH students provide a Christmas meal for community families to gather around their holiday table. Donations due to VHHS Dec. 12.
Families participating will be contacted with pick up details. #GiveAChristmasMeal

Molly and Natalee both received NHS tickets from Mrs. Joseph. Molly is helping keep the playground clean by picking up after someone's dog. Natalee was helpful by holding the door open for all the kids coming back from Jumpstart. Thank you both for being helpful!


