Important Announcement: Due to water main issues there will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Thursday, January 14th for students in grades 7-12 at Valley Heights Jr./Sr. High School. Your basketball coaches will be contacting you regarding practice times.
Winter King and Queen of Courts Candidates this year are: Sophie Brungardt, Shyanne Carder, Makenzie Joseph, and Kayla Nemechek for queen. King candidates are Cesar Aguirre, Evan Haines, Josh Whelan, and Cade Zidek. Crowning will take place at 9:00 p.m. Saturday night during the dance, due to the game being postponed Thursday night. Parents of candidates are invited to come for the crowning. Congratulations to all candidates.
USD 498 Board of Education Spotlight:
David Vermetten currently serves as the president of the Valley Heights BOE and is in his 8th year as a board member. David and his family live in rural Waterville where he owns and operates his structural engineering business, VMT Engineering P.A. His wife, Suzie, is a kindergarten teacher for USD 498, and their son, Dawson is in the 6th grade at Blue Rapids Grade School. When he does have free time, he likes to spend as much time as he can with his family.
David summed up his boardsmanship as follows:
"I would not be the person I am today if not for the educational experience and care I received at Valley Heights. I serve as a thank you for what I received." He said the most rewarding part of his role on the board is watching students grow, succeed and ultimately graduate.
Thank you, David, for your consistent and dedicated service to USD 498 and our students! We appreciate you!
January is School Board Recognition Month, a great opportunity to say thank you to the Valley Heights Board of Education who are committed to the success of every student in our community.
Our board of education includes David Vermetten, Sharon Osborne, Robert Chase, Theresa Minihan, Melva Sanner, Mike Vermetten and John Walsh.
These seven community leaders volunteer hundreds of hours attending meetings, reading reports and discussing plans and programs to support educational achievement. Our board members develop policies and make complex decisions that shape the future of our education system. As you can see, a board member’s responsibility goes far behind the monthly meeting.
The administration and staff of USD 498 encourages the entire community to thank a school board member, not only this month but throughout the entire year. Please join with us in sharing our gratitude for these devoted community members who consistently go above and beyond to serve the entirety of Valley Heights schools!
Stay tuned to our social media and live feed as we feature each of our board of education members throughout the month of January!
Link for the high school basketball games tonight in Minneapolis.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNKYSH3sWMj3xssKyM-r9JQ/
Schedule @ Minneapolis tonight:
-Game Order/Times: 4:30-6:00-7:15
4:30pm New Gym- JVG, VG, VB
10 Minute Warmup Prior to JV/C Games 5-Halftime
15 Minute Warmup Prior to Varsity Games 10-Halftime
Livestream: We will be livestreaming all levels. All levels will be broadcast on
YouTube as well the varsity games will be given a second option with City Link.
YouTube Link-
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNKYSH3sWMj3xssKyM-r9JQ/
City Link Broadcast-
http://www.citylinktv.com/channel/minneapolis-high-school/
Happy Friday! First half day Friday of the semester!
#mustangproud
USD 498 COVID-19 Update:
Here is the livestream link for the HS basketball games at Troy Friday night. #MustangProud
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/troy-high-school-troy-ks/gam0237b8295a
UD 498 COVID 19 Update
Just a quick reminder for our students, parents and patrons ~ The calendar changes that were voted upon in November will take effect this week, January 8, with a 12:30 dismissal each Friday for the entirety of the second semester. The Wednesday PLC early release days have been cancelled for the remainder of the school year.
USD 498 COVID-19 Update:
Happy New Year! 2021 is up and running and so is Colt's Round-Up afterschool! CRU will start back up Tuesday, January 5. We look forward to another successful semester of building character, relationships and having fun!
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USD 498 COVID-19 Update
Light up your vehicle or other transportation, if you choose, and come join the Christmas Cruise, sponsored by KAYS, NHS, FFA, and FCCLA. Santa will start the cruise, then be available in the bandstand for pictures (at a safe distance), along with Mrs. Claus, Rudolph and elves. Hot Cocoa, Candy Canes, and Gingerbread men will also be available. KNDY will be broadcasting for the event so tune in! See you Saturday night on the square!!
Valley Heights High School basketball make-up dates:
Jan. 26th at Doniphan West; Feb. 11th home vs Frankfort; Feb. 15th at Washington County.
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