PLEASANT VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION

Every student at Pleasant Valley Middle School is known by name, strength, and need.

We believe ALL students can experience academic and personal growth.

Dear Pleasant Valley Families,

It was a great week back after Spring Break.  Our teachers and students completed a PBIS reteach to make sure we are aligned with our core expectations of being Safe, Respectful and Responsible as we head into the home stretch of the 25-26 school year.  Please know our expectations for students start to increase as our 8th graders are nearly high schoolers and our 5th graders are almost in 6th grade.  It would be great if you can help reinforce our core expectations at home as well.  There is often a slight increase of behavior as the weather continues to improve and we want to make sure we are being strong partners at school for your students to continue with the positive momentum we have created so far this school year.

Please know that in the near future we will start our SBAC state testing for the school year.  Our teaching teams have been working diligently to get students ready by taking interim tests to practice and working to create a testing culture of success.  We know that when students are feeling positive about school and confident in their abilities they tend to perform at their best.  Our teams are excited about the gains in learning that we have made this year at Pleasant Valley and are ready to get our testing in the books!

Finally, we look forward to wrapping up the school year with your student on a positive note.  We know that it takes a team effort to get students the support and encouragement that they need.  If you have any questions or concerns about your student’s experience at PVM, please let us know.  We want to be solid partners in education with your family and truly appreciate your support.  Enjoy your week.

Sincerely,

Austin Brothers (Principal)

Erin Thompson (Assistant Principal)

Cultural Connections: Thursdays.  April 30th last meet for the year

Basketball: Tuesdays

Board Games with Friends: Thursdays

Color Guard:  Tuesdays and Thursdays Apr.16th - May 14th, June 2nd (Performances: Hazel Dell Parade May 16th, band concert June 3rd)

Dream Team: April 23rd, May 7th & 21st, June 4th

Homework Help: Wednesdays

Jazz Band only - TBD

All bands practice -TBD

Last day to check the lost and found area for lost belongings is Thursday, April 23rd.  Unclaimed items will be donated on Friday, April 24th. There are lost and found benches on both sides of the library.  Please have your child check for missing coats, shoes, lunch boxes, water bottles etc by Thursday, or you may come sign in at the office and look.

Yearbook pre-orders

Be sure to pre-order your yearbook soon!!!. We only order a certain number of yearbooks each year, so be sure to reserve your copy right away to ensure you get one in June! Yearbooks will cost $20 and may be paid for at the school office with cash, check (made out to PVM) or card.

Looking for something to do?  Community Ed events

Be sure to check out our Community Events page for fun ideas of things to do throughout the local community. Opportunities include mentoring, tutoring, learning activities, sports and more.

If your child is interested in participating in the PVM Color Guard (flag team that marches with our marching band), practices will begin after spring break.  Practices will be on most Tuesdays and Thursdays after school.  Students will be able to ride the primary school bus home.  Please download the information flyer/permission slip and schedule for more details on requirements and expectations.  Students must have a completed, signed permission slip in order to participate.

Click here to download the Color Guard permission slip and schedule.

Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day is coming up on Thursday, April 23rd. This day is an opportunity for students to learn about the world of work, the challenges their parents face and how the school work they do today will help them in their future.

If your child will be participating in this and going to work with someone that day, please pick up a form at the office, or download one below, to pre-excuse their absence. Completed and signed forms should be returned to the office before April 23rd. Your child's absence will be excused, but they will still be responsible for completing the work covered in class that day.

Click below to download the form to pre-excuse attendance

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Get Involved: Carnival Style!

 Step right up! Whether you have a knack for decorating, love organizing games, or just want to lend a helping hand we would love to have you on board! We are in need of volunteers to help with with PV PTA Carnival planning and preparations. Not only will you help make this year’s event a success, but we’re looking to train volunteers to take over as event chairs next year. Reach out to us at pvpta3.6.30@gmail.com to get involved!

PV PTA Info

Curious about what the PTA is all about? Join us at our Board meeting on November 25th in the PVP Library—it’s open to everyone! It’s a fantastic opportunity to see firsthand how we work together to support our schools and make a positive impact in our community. Whether you want to volunteer your time, share your ideas, or simply learn more about what’s happening, joining us is a great way to get involved and connect with fellow parents and educators. So why not take a peek behind the scenes and find out how YOU can help make a difference? We’d love to see you there!

PTA memberships expire each July.
Join or Renew your PTA Membership Now

Join us in the BAND App

Get notified of volunteer opportunities and needs at both the school and PTA. Find us in the BAND app by searching “Pleasant Valley PTA” or online at www.band.us/page/99656656

Get cleared to volunteer
In order to volunteer during school hours, you must have a completed background check on file with the district. Background checks are good for two years. Visit www.battlegroundps.org/volunteer/ to start the BGSD Volunteer Clearance process. Please note that you must also visit a BGSD office with your state issued ID to start the process. Processing may take up to 10 days after all information is received.

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Haven’t joined Box Tops yet—or forgot to scan your receipts?

Here’s a quick reminder to start earning free money for our schools! Just use the codes below to create your account and scan any receipt, and our schools will instantly earn a $5 bonus in Box Tops!

In August, only 8 people scanned receipts, bringing in just $8.70 for PVP. With over 600 students here, imagine the difference if everyone got involved!

Sign up today using these codes and help boost our schools funds:

PVP code: SPUZ4IUS

PVM code: UPQZ14SJ

Every scan counts—let’s make every receipt pay for a brighter future!

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Important Dates:

March 24: PTA Board Meeting, 6pm  PVP media center

April 21: PTA Board Meeting, 6pm  PVP media center

April 25: Carnival

May 4-8: Staff Appreciation Week

May 19: PTA General Meeting, 6pm

Download our monthly calendars here

This year Pleasant Valley Primary and Middle Schools will be celebrating 50 years of serving our community! Please fill out the Google form to contribute memories etc.

We are currently planning our celebration and need your help!

Please check out the flier below!

Share the flier far and wide!

Mark your calendars for September 25, 2026!!!

If you are interested in helping plan the Celebration Party or being a volunteer the day of the Celebration Party, please contact Mary Woodard (parent) at: woodard.mary@battlegroundps.org.

Hello 8th Grade Families.

We are excited to be working toward a special celebration for our 8th graders at the end of the school year! We will be having fundraising efforts throughout the year. Donations toward the 8th grade celebration may also be labeled and dropped in the green PTA drop boxes in the PVP and PVM offices.

We are also looking for parent volunteers to help plan and organize the celebration. If you're interested or have questions, please reach out to me at woodard.mary@battlegroundps.org — your support makes all the difference!

Thank you for helping make this a great year for our 8th graders!

 Use this link to download the 8th grade celebration flyer.

Boundary Exception Renewals - Letters of Intent

Battle Ground schools are now accepting in-district boundary exception request applications for the 2026-27 school year, for students living within the BGPS boundary, but wishing to attend a school other than their resident neighborhood school. Applications will be considered in the order received. Please be sure to renew your boundary exception for next year or notify your school if you will not be attending there in the fall. Boundary exceptions must be renewed every year. Applications may be submitted to the school you wish to attend.

Students who live outside Battle Ground Public Schools boundaries and wish to transfer to a school within the district need to begin the process at their resident district. Out of district boundary applications for the 2026-27 school year will be accepted starting May 1st at 7am.

Current Battle Ground students who live outside the district may submit a letter of intent to attend a Battle Ground school for the 2026-27 school year, but must still submit a choice transfer form to the student’s home district on May 1st at 7 am.

Click this link to navigate to the BGPS boundaries webpage for more information and links to forms.

Enrollment open for  many of BGPS's specialized, alternative learning programs

Battle Ground Public Schools’ specialized and alternative learning programs are accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year:

Battle Ground Virtual Academy

Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education (CASEE) 

Open Doors GED program 

River HomeLink 

Summit View High School 
(CAM’s deadline has passed for open enrollment.)

Learn more about the options and how to apply.

Menus & Meal Payments

School lunch menus for April are available online. Meals can be paid through InTouch Receipting.

Tdap booster for entering 7th grade

We want to remind parents/guardians of our 6th grade students that children are required to have a Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) booster vaccination before entering their 7th grade year (or a certificate of exemption).  Please be sure to check with your medical provider to be sure your child's vaccinations are up to date before classes begin in the fall.

Updating contact and health information

Parents/guardians please make sure you are updating the School Health Form in Skyward each year so that we have correct and current information regarding your child/ren (complete the "Update" in Skyward Family Access. Update opens August 1st each year to update school forms.). Skyward does not pull information forward each school year. There are many School Health Forms that have not been updated for 2-4 years. We need current information and this is how we most often know if your child has a Life threatening health condition. We want to keep your child/ren safe while at school and we can't do our job if we do not have correct and updated information.

Thank you for your time in this important matter.

WA immunization requirements

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Life threatening health condition/allergy

If your student has a life threatening medical condition/allergy, we must have updated health information each year as well as medication at school forms for any rescue medications that need to be kept at the nurse's office at school. Parents and nurses work together to create an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for what to do for your child in the case of a medical emergency. Please contact our nurses if your student has a life threatening medical condition/allergy and you have not already alerted the school and had an EAP created. Students and parents will need to meet with nurses before a student may self-carry any rescue medications.

Health and safety resources

See health and safety resources from the Washington state Dept. of Health.

Staying healthy

Clark County Public Health recommends that people take the following actions to prevent colds, flu and other respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19.

Stay home if running a fever or experiencing other symptoms of illness. See our guidelines for keeping children home from school for more information.

Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. When soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Cover coughs and sneezes. Use a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.

Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces that are frequently touched.

If you need to email our nurses:

PVM RN pullen.lisa@battlegroundps.org

PVM LPN info.pvm@battlegroundps.org

School office 360-885-5500

Additional information:

Health & Attendance flyer

Medication at school authorization form

Care Solace: Your link to mental health support

Battle Ground Public Schools has partnered with Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help students and/or their immediate family members quickly find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to their needs, regardless of insurance or circumstance. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:

Call 888-515-0595 (available 24/7/365 in any language).

Visit www.caresolace.com/battlegroundps and either search on your own or select “Book appointment” for assistance by video chat, email or phone.

Russian, Ukrainian and Spanish translation and interpretation services

Услуги по устному и письменному переводу на русский и украинский языки 360-885-5433

Servicios de Traducción e Interpretación en Español 360-885-5431

Mental health resources

There are great resources available for mental health via the Battle Ground Public Schools website. On the district page there are links that lead you to more information for different topics. Here is the link to our school district's page: Mental Health Resources.

NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. Groups are Free of charge.

.https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Family-Support-Group

NAMI- National Alliance on Mental Illness

800-950-6264

Or Text “HelpLine” to 62640

Talk 360-984-0396 (text)

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish

Text 988

Community resources and information

311- Non-life threatening concerns

211- County Resource Directory

800-273-8255- Suicide Prevention

741741- Suicide Text

360-205-1222- Lifeline Crisis Center

360-695-9677- Housing Line

360-903-2833- CVBAP Warm Line (4 pm- 12 am)

866-789-1511- Washington Recovery HelpLine

360-356-1890- Rainier Springs Detox

360-397-8246 ext 30846- Lifeline Detox

800-626-8137 OR 360-696-95560 SW Washington Crisis Line

Locations

Recovery Cafe Clark County

3312 E Fourth Plain Blvd. Suite #100

Vancouver WA 98661

The Reach Center

1601 E 4th Plain Blvd

Building 17, Suite A114

Vancouver, WA 98661

The Recovery Resource Center

9317 NE Hwy 99 Suite M

Vancouver, WA 98665

The People's Harm Reduction Alliance

Online training/Order Free Narcan

https://phra.org/naloxone-training

2026-27 school calendar approved

The district’s board of directors has approved next year’s academic calendar. Key dates include:

First day of school: Sept. 1, 2026

Thanksgiving break: Nov. 25-27

Winter break: Dec. 21-Jan. 1, 2027

Spring break: April 5-9

Last day of school: June 15 (unless there are weather-related closures that must be made up at the end of the school year)

Late starts and waiver/inservice days may be added at a later date. 

Care Solace
We partner with Care Solace to provide students and their immediate family members with access to a network of mental health providers and services, including housing and food programs. Care Solace can connect you with providers accepting all forms of medical insurance and an option for those without insurance. To get started:

Call 888-515-0595 at any time. Multilingual support is available.

Search anonymously for care providers.

Contact a school psychologist or counselor and they will submit a referral on your behalf.

Employee Recognition Award

Do you know an amazing staff member? The Employee Recognition Award highlights staff members who reflect the district’s strategic plan goals. Three to five nominees are selected and recognized at board meetings. Everyone is welcome to submit a nomination.

Russian, Ukrainian and Spanish translation and interpretation services

Услуги по устному и письменному переводу на русский и украинский языки 360-885-5433

Servicios de Traducción e Interpretación en Español 360-885-5431

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Standardized testing opportunities

World language tests give students a chance to earn up to four credits and possibly the State Seal of Biliteracy on their diploma. Register online by April 10 for the test on April 25.

Report, don’t repost

If you see or hear of a possible threat, please report it to law enforcement directly and/or to school staff. This is the best and most helpful action because it begins an investigation and helps to limit the potential for misinformation to spread. You can report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system. Emergencies should always be reported to 911.

Family and Community Resource Center

Battle Ground Public Schools’ Family and Community Resource Center (FCRC) helps meet the needs of families faced with housing instability and similar economic challenges.

While a main goal of the FCRC is to assist families experiencing housing instability, it can also help connect families with many other types of resources and is intended to respond to the changing needs of the community.

The FCRC is a continuation of the district’s joint efforts with the Battle Ground Education Foundation, an all-volunteer, nonprofit community organization whose purpose is to leverage community resources to help maintain quality education for all students in Battle Ground schools.

The Family Resource Guide is full of contacts to aid families in connecting with agencies who are able to help with a great variety of needs. Please click the link below to view this helpful guide.

Family Resource Guide

(click below to be redirected to the FCRC page)

Family and Community Resource Center (FCRC)
Phone: (360) 885-5434
Email: fcrc@battlegroundps.org

BGPS information links and additional information

Here are some helpful links to the Battle Ground Public Schools website for back to school information.

Boundary exceptions

Bus routes

First View bus app (view bus progress etc)

Calendars

Enrolling students

Child nutrition eligibility and education benefit application (we encourage all families to apply)

Immunizations

Medication at school (forms and other health information)

Nutrition services (menus, meal prices)

School supply lists

School information, calendars, handbook

Office: 360-885-5500

Fax: 360-885-5510

Absence reporting: 360-885-5512

District office switchboard: 360-885-5300

Principal: Austin Brothers

Asst. Principal: Erin Thompson

Mailing address:

PO Box 200

Battle Ground, WA 98604

PVM webpage

BGPS district webpage

PV PTA

PV PTA on Instagram

Email: info.pvm@battlegroundps.org
Website: https://pvm.battlegroundps.org/
Location: 14320 NE 50th Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98686 Mail to: Pleasant Valley Middle, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604
Phone: 360-885-5500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PVMiddle/

BGPS Calendars 2025-2026

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BGPS Student & Family Handbook 2025-2026

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Pleasant Valley Middle Student & Family Handbook 2025-2026

Pleasant Valley Middle Student and Parent Handbook 2025-2026

Battle Ground Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation,  gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Information about the district’s nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures are located on the District’s website at: https://www.battlegroundps.org/notice-of-nondiscrimination/.

The following employees have been designated to receive and respond to questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Coordinator/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Lynnell Tsugawa-Murray, Assistant Superintendent, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604, EMAIL  PHONE: 360-885-5340

Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Michelle Reinhardt, Executive Director of Human Resources, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604, EMAIL  PHONE: 360-885-5481

April 19, 2025

Issue #17-26