A Message From Principal Serpa:
The last week of school always makes me feel a mixture of happiness and sadness. This year, those feelings are especially true. It is with this mixture of emotions that Ms. Schoneman and I both say good-bye to our time at Burns Valley. We have each accepted new positions with the district and will be leaving after this week. For me, being able to return to Burns Valley as an administrator was a great joy and allowed me to give back to the school that gave me and my family so much growing up. Again, thank you for allowing us the opportunity to help your children grow and learn. Ms. Schoneman and I (and Tiger) will miss them tremendously!
Welcome Principal Milano:
We would like to officially welcome Ms. Lauren Milano as the new Principal for Burns Valley. Ms. Milano will be transferring here from Pomo Elementary School. She will also be the administrator for Summer School, so if your child is attending be sure to introduce yourself as a Tiger. Welcome to the Tiger family Ms. Milano. At this time, a replacement Assistant Principal to replace Ms. Schoneman has not been selected.
Art Contest:
Who knew we had so many amazing artists at BV! We will be handing out awards and ribbons this week to go along with last week’s Art Contest. We hope you had an opportunity to look at them during Open House and the Talent Show. We will be submitting all of the artwork to the Lake County Fair to display at the fair in September. Only art that has a permission slip with it will be submitted.
Slime Run:
Wednesday is our Slime Run. Only students with a permission slip will be allowed to participate. We have a limited number of sprayers. If you would like to help spray the students, please let Ms. Serpa know before Wednesday. Parents are welcome to come watch. You will need to bring a valid ID to the office and get a visitors pass on the day of. If you bring another child with you, sorry they will not be allowed to participate. We are moving the event to our field instead of Haverty Field due to water access. Be sure to send your child with a TOWEL AND CHANGE OF CLOTHES!
Schedule: TK-1 @ 12:25, 2-3 @ 12:50, 4-6 @ 1:15
Field Day:
On Thursday we will hold our Blue Zones Olympic Field Day. Students will rotate through a variety of stations as they compete in pull-ups, long jumps, free throws, sprints and more. They will visit nutrition stations where they will sample a variety of fruits and vegetables. This is a fun day to kick off summer.
Parent volunteers are welcome to run stations. Again, let Ms. Serpa know before Thursday. You will need to bring your valid ID for a visitors pass.
Last Days of School:
The last day of school is Friday, June 7th. School gets out at 12:42. We will gather out front for the annual ringing of the historic bell located above the offices! The After School Program will not be open on the last day of school. Please pick up your children on time.
After School Program 2024-25:
It’s time to start thinking about next year’s after school program. The ASP runs until 6:00 daily. They do all sorts of fun activities as well as provide homework support. Students must be pre registered to attend. If you would like your child to attend the program please use this link to register. You must sign up every year. The program fills up quickly. Spots are filed on a first come basis. If you have any questions about the program please reach out to Lora Anderson ext. 2585
Dates to Remember:
- 6/3 : Student of the year awards 4-6 grades @ 8:15 on the blacktop
- 6/4 : Student of the year awards 1-3 grades @ 8:15 on the blacktop
- 6/4 : 1st grade walking field trip to Austin Park @ 9:30
- 6/5 : Seniors Graduation Walk @ 10:55
- 6/5 : Slime Run at Haverty Field @ 12:30 (permission slip required)
- 6/6 : Field Day grades 1-6
- 6/7 : Kindergarten celebration in the K playground area @ 8:30
- 6/7 : Reports cards go home with students
- 6/7 : Last day of school!!!! Ringing of the bell out front at 12:42. After school program closed.
- 6/24 : Summer School starts @ Pomo
- 8/7 : First day of school!!!!
Community Events:
4th of July
The City of Clearlake (through the Lakeshore Lions Club) will host their Parade, Street Fair, and Fireworks on Saturday, July 6th. They will also have a Carnival located on the shore of Clear Lake at Lakeshore and Olympic Drive from July 4th through the 7th.
Theater Night
June 17th, 19th, 24th, & 26th
4750 Golf Ave. Clearlake, CA.
Put on by the City of Clearlake. For more information please call or text (707)-802-4631
Lake County Library Events -keep your children reading over the summer!
https://www.lakecountyca.gov/704/Calendar
Wings of Hope Bereavement Camp:
There is a 3-day camp located in Upper Lake in July. Do you know a family that has lost someone in their lives and is struggling? Let them know about our Family Bereavement Camps. They are not alone! https://www.lakecountyhospice.org/
Have a great summer Tigers!
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