Greetings, Marmaton Valley Families:
As we prepare for the upcoming Christmas Break, we continue to think about and reflect on the many successes and achievements of our students, staff, and school community during this school year. Our students make us so proud, and we truly appreciate your continued support and partnership in everything we do.
We also wanted to provide you with a few reminders about some important dates:
• Our office will be closed from Wednesday, December 21 through Tuesday, January 3.
• Students will return for their first day of school after the break on Wednesday, January 4.
We hope that you and your family have a safe, fun, and restful Christmas Break.
Happy Holidays to you and your family,
Kim Ensminger
Superintendent of Schools
Wonderful night spent listening to the Marmaton Valley Elementary students singing at their Christmas concert. Thank you Mrs Allee and all others involved for all you do for the students.
On December 7th we had the privilege to bring one of our own back in to talk to our students 6-12. Kurt Jackson did an excellent job talking with all of the students about mental weight and dealing with all of the pressures that come with being a teenager. The students loved him and I would definitely recommend bringing him in to talk to any group of kids that you have. Thank you Kurt for all that you do for.
Huge Congratulations to senior Zach Allee who played at the Bicknell Center in Pittsburg this past Saturday. He was awarded 2nd chair in the Southeast Kansas Music Educators Association District Band.
****Notice of Change to tomorrow's Pre-Season Tournament Basketball Schedule****
THURSDAY DEC. 8TH
4:00 JV--½ Girls MVHS-MADISON
5:00 JV--½ Boys MVHS-MADISON
6:00 Varsity--GIRLS MVHS-MADISON
7:30 Varsity--BOYS MVHS-MADISON
**With all games being in one gym start times are approximates**
The 4th grade took the opportunity on their own today at lunch to thank three Army recruiters who were on the campus talking with our high school students.
After lunch the recruiters surprised the kids with a visit to the classroom! They told the class all about their jobs in the Army and what it takes to be able to join the military. They answered questions and just enjoyed a visit with the kids.
It's time once again for the Drama Club Candy Cane Grams! If you would like to order, please find a Drama Club member this week or talk with Miss Luken. Cards were sent home last week with elementary students but if you need more, they are in the elementary office. Selling until December 15th!
It's a busy day in the Valley and we have an announcement! The Theme Nights for our High School Basketball Home Games!
But first, don't forget that HS Scholar Bowl is hosting their Varsity meet tonight @ 4pm. Then at 5:30pm, the JH Boys and Girls Basketball team will play Pleasanton. B team Boys will play a full game followed by a full A team Girls then A team Boys all in the Main Gym. The HS Basketball season starts tonight at Hartford beginning @ 6pm. There are no JV games.
The Fall 2022 Marmaton Valley Art Auction will be held on December 16th from 4 pm - 10 pm. This is a silent auction. If you wish to bid simply email your name, item number and bid amount to bwilson@usd256.net. Watch the video on the USD 256 Marmaton Valley Facebook page for more instructions and to view the wonderful art that is for sale.
Congratulations to the following Jr High Art students for their performance at the JH art show in Uniontown.
Brian Morgan: 2nd in oil pastel, 2nd in Print and 1st in painting acrylic
Andie Carr: 3rd in foam sculpture
Corbin Bowers: 3rd in acrylic painting
Mahala Burris: 2nd in acrylic painting
Makayla Beal: 2nd in ceramics
Team:
Mahala, Colter, Brian: 2nd in sculpture
Corbin, Andie, and Kylie: 3rd in masking tape
Makayla: 2nd in portrait
The Junior High Basketball games scheduled for tonight 11/22/2022 have been postponed to a later date due to sickness. I will let you know when we settle on a date.
Tonight's High School Boys Basketball parent meeting will be moved up to 6:00 pm in the commons. Sorry for the short notice. Hope to see you all there
The Junior High Basketball games scheduled for tonight 11/17/2022 at Pleasanton have been canceled. I will let you know if/when a makeup date has been scheduled.
High School Basketball is doing a fundraiser. Check out their online store at https://marmatonvalley22.itemorder.com/shop/home/
On November 3rd the Marmaton Valley Kay club attended the Regional Conference in Yates Center. The club received the GOLD award recognizing the students for their leadership and service to their community and nation. The group also delivered over 900 items and $400 to Hope Unlimited. These donations came from the recent 6th Annual Trick-Or-Treat-So-They-Can-Eat event held October 28th in Moran. Congratulations to their Sponsor Mrs. Kelci Botts and all the members of KAY club.
Brought to you by the National Honors Society along with some teachers we will be hosting a Save Your Grade Night in order to give some additional help on homework, projects, or reports. Any help a student may need we will be able to cover. Sign up in the office if you are interested. Please make your own transportation arrangements or talk with Mr. Campbell if arrangements cannot be made.
Come meet the new coaches!
There will be a High School Boys basketball parent meeting on Friday 11/18/2022 at 6:30 pm in the High School Commons.
JH basketball tonight 11/14/2022 at Crest has had some changes!!!
Games will still start at 5:00 pm
A full boys "B" game will be played
followed by a full "A" team girls game
With "A" team boys to end the night.
****There is no "B" team girls game due to low number of girls on both MVJH and Crest***** All girls will still travel
Congratulations to our newest “Cats With Cool Character”recipients for the month of October!!!!!!!!!
JH Basketball games for tomorrow at Uniontown
All games in the WBE Gym
Start time is 5:30 p.m.
2 quarters B Girls
2 quarters B Boys
Full A Girls Game
Full A Boys Game
