Principal’s Update: Meadow View Happenings
A Chance To Make A Difference
Pappy’s Pizza is sponsoring a fundraiser for a Meadow View student who has recently encountered some significant health challenges. Flyers were sent home this week in the Tuesday folder. The fundraising event is scheduled for May 14 and you must present the flyer at the time of food purchase. If you did not receive the flyer, here’s a copy. The school also has an envelope in the front office if you would like to donate in a different way. Donations, gift cards and gas cards are being collected. Click here for a message written by the student’s family.
Principal’s Update: Meadow View Happenings
8th grader Dustin Jones will have more room to fly in the newly expanded Meadow View long jump pit.
We recently encountered a pleasant problem with a simple solution here at Meadow View School. During the first Bethel Track Meet of the season, Dustin Jones, one of our 8th grade students jumped 16 feet, 6 inches in the long jump. This was not only a record but caused a problem for practice sessions because the long jump pit is too short. He has out jumped it! Dustin and his family recently spent some time at the school expanding the pit and now all is well until he jumps 20 feet and we need to do further expansion!
The jog-a thon is coming this Friday, May 4. If you haven’t already returned your volunteer sheet to assist with the event, please get your form to the office early Tuesday morning. This event is the second largest fundraising activity we do here at Meadow View so please get those pledges and let’s make this fundraiser a successful one! Please have your child wear appropriate shoes and dress for the weather.
This week is school spirit week. Monday is miss matched socks, Tuesday is Hawaiian shirt day, Wednesday is wacky mis-matched clothes, Thursday is Duck/Beaver or Green/Orange clothes day and Friday is wear your jog-a thon or Meadow View shirt. Our school colors of blue and green also work great!
This Wednesday is our next PTO meeting at 6:30 in the south media center. It was great seeing a few new faces last month so please come and see what his happening in our school. This is a terrific way to
learn more and get involved at a level that works for you. Without parents, we can’t offer the fun things we do here at Meadow View so come on down and join the fun!
The deadline for publishing the yearbook has passed and has just gone to print. The last time I checked, I was told we have 80 yearbooks left to be sold. This always go fast, especially the last few weeks of school so don’t wait or you might be too late! You can purchase your yearbook in the front office.
Do you want to know more about How to Talk to Kids About Teen Sexuality? Parents & guardians of middle and high school students are encouraged to attend the adults-only Bethel Community Health Forum on Tuesday, May 1, from 6:30-8:00 at Cascade Middle School. Bethel parents will learn practical methods on how to talk to their teenagers about sexuality. Professionals from the Faith, Medical, Education, and Counseling communities will be there to lead the discussion and answer questions. A raffle, free childcare, and food/refreshments are included. Click here to learn more about this free and valuable opportunity.
We are in the process of wrapping up state testing for students in grades 3-8. The testing window closes Thursday, May 17th. This leaves 14 more days of testing and then we are finished for another year. The results have been positive and our students have worked extremely hard this year.
Principal’s Update: Meadow View Happenings
Trivia Night is tomorrow night in Willamette High School’s caforium. I am hosting this event with former assistant principal Jenny Sink. Trivia Night is modeled after a quiz show, only this time you get to use teams. Each table of 6-8 will be a team. Teams will listen to the announcer read 10 questions which constitutes a round. We will keep a running score. Between rounds there will be fun audience participation games and prizes, so bring your check book. The winning team will win prizes!! There will be Teriyaki Chicken Meals available for $4. The meal includes noodles, salad, fruit, drink, and dessert. There will also be hot dogs and soft drinks for sale for $1. All tables will have popcorn to snack on to help fuel your brain!! Everyone will receive a silly band bracelet to remind them of the fun evening! Everyone is welcome, but younger kids won’t be able to participate as much as middle school or high school aged students. This will be a super fun and challenging night, and a great chance to help Bethel Education Foundation raise money to support all Bethel Schools! Tickets are available at all schools and will be available at the door, but space is limited, so buy your ticket today. For more information please visit betheleducationfoundation.org. BEF gave out $24,000 in grants this school year! Please help us help kids!! The doors open at 6:00 and the games begin at 6:30.
Kindergarten Round-Up is early this year across the district. Meadow View will be hosting this event on Thursday, March 8th in the caforium beginning at 6:30. This is only 10 days away. If you have an incoming kindergarten student or know of someone who does, please pass this information along to them. If you haven’t contacted the office letting them know you have a kindergarten aged child coming in September, please do so prior to March 8 . Child care will be provided in the north gym for children two and older.
March Madness teams have been formed by our 8th grade students. This year they are determined to defeat the teachers. The word on the street is the staff won’t be denied! Mark those calendars for Tuesday, March 13th from 6-8. The cost is $2 at the door and you won’t want to miss the fun and exciting event.
This year Meadow View moved toward an electronic newsletter. We have also provided a paper copy for any family who has requested one. I am curious how this is working for our families. Please remember the newsletter is posted at the end of each month for the upcoming month. Parents do not receive a notification of this information being posted. Please feel free to share your thoughts and opinions with me regarding this topic.
Dont forget Dr. Seuss Week starts this Monday! This year we are kicking off the week in a different way. Rather than a Friday night activity, we are doing a Monday night activity. On Monday, February 27th the school has rented Skate World from 6:30-8:30 for all Meadow View families. We are charging $1 for students and parents skate for free! We are hoping to see you there!
Principal Update: Meadow View Happenings
These hoop stars are ready for the game!
When was the last time you laughed hysterically? If you like to laugh and you enjoy basketball, then you won’t want to miss the Staff -vs- 8th Grade Basketball Game scheduled for March 13th at 6:00. The staff is undefeated over the last four years but this year could be different. Our 8th grade students are feeling confident and are looking forward to schooling the staff! The entry fee is $2 at the door. Raffle tickets will also be sold at the door and if your name is drawn out, you will be shooting for cash!
Do you like to play the game called Trivial Pursuit? If you answered yes, then you won’t want to miss the Bethel Education Foundation Trivia Night. This event is happening Friday, February 24th at Willamette High School’s cafeteria. The doors open at 6:00 and the trivia games begin at 6:30. Tickets are on sale now in our front office for $5 and will also be sold at the door the night of the event. Come as a participant or come as a spectator. This will be a great evening and terrific fundraiser for the foundation. The proceeds go directly back into the classrooms so please come and show your support.
Dr. Seuss Week is just around the corner! This year we are kicking off the week in a different way. Rather than a Friday night activity, we are doing a Monday night activity. On Monday, February 27th the school has rented Skate World from 6:30-8:30 for all Meadow View families. We are charging $1 for students and parents skate for free! We are hoping to see you there!
Why The YMCA In Bethel?
The proposed YMCA/Community Center would be located on Legacy just south of Meadow View School.
This is an important issue specific to Meadow View families.
The plan for a Community Center in Bethel would place it right next to our school. The proposal is closer to becoming a reality, but first the City of Eugene wants to hear your thoughts on the idea. Take this quick survey to share your thoughts with City staffers.
The proposal would permit the Eugene YMCA to build a new facility along Legacy Street, immediately south of Meadow View. The City would lease the land to the Y for $1 a year.
Like the idea? Not so sure? Share your thoughts in the survey today.
And make plans to attend the next community meeting about this proposal, here at Meadow View on January 25th, 6:30 p.m.