The Original Voice of Valmeyer

Volume 12 – Number 31                                                                                                         August 9, 2004

To look in and not out, to look forward and not back, to look up and not down.

IF THE ROOSTER DIES . . . . . . . BUY AN ALARM CLOCK!

 

MONDAY - - MONDAY - - MONDAY - - MONDAY - - MONDAY - - MARK YOUR CALENDARS - - - VALMEYER COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE – Monday, August 9 at St. John United Church of Christ from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m.  Each presenting donor will receive a coupon for a complimentary DQ blizzard.  With an increase in accidents both on the road and in the water, summer safety is a top priority - - - and so is maintaining a safe and adequate blood supply.  The American Red Cross needs your help, as blood donations traditionally decline during this time of year.  Do your part - - - donate blood.

 

VALMEYER SCHOOL REGISTRATION for Grades K-8 will be Tuesday, August 10th from Noon to 7:00 p.m. in the Unit Office.  If you have any questions call the Unit Office.

 

VALMEYER PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCREENING - - - Valmeyer Elementary School will hold its PreKindergarten screening on August 16th and 17th in the evening and on August 23rd and 24th during the day.  Children who are 4 years old or will be 3 years old by September 1st are eligible for screening.  Call to make an appointment for screening after August 9th at 935-2100, extension 502.  Children under the age of 3 years can make arrangements for a screening with the district Parent Educator, Mary McCarthy at 935-2100, extension 510.

 

Valmeyer Community Unit School District #3 is accepting applications for the position of Latch Key Helper with the before and after school program.  The position would work 3 hours per day on days when school is in session and some mornings would be required.  Pay will be a minimum of $8.50 per hour.  Interested parties should make application at the Valmeyer School Unit Office by August 6.

 

THE CALENDAR HAS BEEN TURNED TO AUGUST . . . . . AND SCHOOL IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER.  A teacher’s workshop will be held on Wednesday, August 18th.  The first day of school for the students is Thursday, August 19th.  Classes will be in session from 8:17 a.m. until 10:41 a.m. on that day.  Thereafter classes will run from 8:17 a.m. until 3:13 p.m. each day.  Kindergarten students will attend all day everyday.  Pre-Kindergarten eligible students will be notified about their schedule by the coordinator, Mrs. Riechmann, extension 502.  Bus routes will be similar to last year and will be changed as necessary.  If you have any bus questions please contact Mr. Russell, the transportation director, at 935-2100, extension 205.  Mr. Russell will be available for calls beginning Tuesday, August 3rd.  Senior pictures will be taken on Tuesday, August 17th.  Pictures for the yearbook and student I.D. cards will be taken on Tuesday, August 24th for Grades K-12.  Retakes and Pre-K picture date is tentatively set for Monday, October 18th.

 

Members of the Valmeyer High School Yearbook Staff, Sophomore Class, Volleyball Team and Music Department would like to thank all who worked for and supported their Lemonade Stand at the Monroe County Fair.

 

Visit the School’s webpage at www.valmeyerk12.org . . . find the Original Voice of Valmeyer on line by visiting the Community Links section of this site.                         

SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!!!!!!!!!!!!