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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

February 9, 2026

Published by The Pine Valley PTA

Important Dates

This Week

Feb 9 - 13 | Mon - Fri

Spirit Week | See Flyer

Feb 11 | Wednesday

7/8 Grade Lunch Time PTA Reflection Participants Recognition & Celebration

Feb 12 |Thursday

6 PM 8th Grade Parent / Caregiver & Students Virtual Webinar | Register Now

Feb 13 |Friday

Staff Appreciation Lunch - Appetizers & finger food | Sign Up

Weeks Ahead

Feb 16 |Monday

🚫 No School - President's Day

Feb 17 |Tuesday

🚫 No School - Furlough Day

Feb 18| Wednesday

6.00 PM 8th Grade Event Planning Meeting

Feb 20| Friday

1.45 - 3.15 PM Sixth grade Mixer

| Buy Tickets

Feb 25| Wednesday

4-9 PM Dine with Pine - Habit Burger 🍔 |See Flyer

6.00 PM Cal High Open House

6.30 PM EdFund Meeting

February 27| Friday

Students of the Month

Mar 13| Friday

🚫 No School - Floating Day

Mar 18 - 20| Wed - Fri

12 Noon Dismissal - Conference Week

Mar 31 | Tuesday

Health and Wellness Fair

Apr 3, 6 - 10

🚫 No School - Spring Break

Apr 23| Thursday

4 - 6 PM Unity in Diversity Fair

Feb 1 - Mar 1

February is a Black History Month | SRVUSD Resolution

From the PTA President

Join The 2026-27 PTA Board!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Our school thrives because of the amazing community behind it and that includes you! We are now recruiting volunteers to join our 2026-27 PTA Board.

Serving on the board is a wonderful way to:

Get Involved -Support our students and teachers directly.
Make an Impact: -Help shape a positive school experience for all families.
Share Your Voice -Whether you have a lot of time or just a little, your skills and ideas truly matter!

👉 View Open PTA Positions & Job Descriptions

Interested or want to learn more about our open positions? Send an email to nominations@pinevalleypta.org or president@pinevalleypta.org

Thank You,

-Anna Zakharyeva

Pine Valley PTA President 2025-26

Congratulations, Mr. Anderson! 🏆

We are thrilled to share that our Assistant Principal, Stephen Anderson, has been named the 2026 Middle Grades Co-Administrator of the Year by the Diablo Valley Charter!

This award recognizes his incredible leadership at Pine Valley Middle School, where his commitment to student success and instructional excellence inspires us all.

We are so proud to have his vision and dedication guiding our school community.

Rising 9th Grader Parent Night Presentation

We hope you enjoyed the session in January 29. Here's the link to the slide presentation in case you missed it!

Events & Meetings

📣 Join our next PTA meeting!

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

🕔 6:30 PM 📍 PVMS Library

Everyone is welcome

Spirit Week

February 9 - 13 | Monday - Friday

Help your students get into the school spirit! We’re celebrating a week of fun from 2/9 – 2/13 with these daily themes:

❤️ Monday | Wear pink, red, and white outfits.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Tuesday | Wear matching outfits with a friend.

💚 Wednesday | Show up in green.

🏈 Thursday | Rep what you love, from sports to hobbies!

⏳ Friday | Dress like another decade!

Rising 9th Grade Info Night - Virtual

February 12

Join the Cal High Counselors as we discuss key information for incoming 9th graders (current 8th graders) including:

Transitioning to high school
Picking classes for next year and the registration process
Graduation and/or college requirements
Important factors to consider

🗓️ Thursday, February 12

⏰ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

📍 Online

Anyone can view and join.

Staff Appreciation Luncheon : Appetizer & Sweets

February 13

We will be hosting the Appetizer & Sweets Luncheon on Friday, 2/13

If you’re able to help, please sign up to bring your food donation and drop it off at the office by 9:00 a.m. (email us if you need a different time).

Thank you for your continued support of our Pine Valley staff!

NO SCHOOL : February 16 - 17

President's Day & Furlough Day

8th Grade Event Planning Meeting

February 18

Calling All Parents! We are currently in the middle of planning this year's 8th-grade events, and your support is essential to bring it all to the finish line.

Join our meeting to see where we are in the process and learn how you can jump in to help:

🗓️ Wednesday, February 18th

⏰ 6.00 PM

📍 PVMS Library

We hope to see you there!

6th Grade Mixer : Glow with the Flow!

February 20

Get ready for fun LTA games and dodgeball!

👕 Dress Code: Wear your brightest neon/glow clothes!

🍦 Bring extra cash for Menchies, snacks, and drinks

🗓️ Friday, February 20

⏰ 1. 35 PM – 3. 15 PM

🎟️ Cost: Tickets are $5

Buy Mixer Tickets

🍎 Health and Wellness Fair - Volunteers needed!

March 31

The Pine Valley PTA is excited to host the Health & Wellness Fair on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, during lunch!

We need booth volunteers to lead fun student activities! 🌟 Whether your focus is fitness, nutrition, mental health, or meditation—we want you there! 🧘‍♂️

Have an idea and want to help? 🙋‍♀️

Contact Divya at healthnwellness@pinevalleypta.org

Unity in Diversity Fair - Calling Participants

April 23

We are thrilled to invite you to participate in our multicultural fair, where you can share your culture, food, and traditions with our community.

We encourage you to participate!

📅 Thursday, April 23

🕒 4 PM - 6 PM

📍 Pine Valley Middle School

Interested in participating?

Cpmtact us at diversity@pinevalleypta.org and president@pinevalleypta.org.

A SignUpGenius link with additional details will be shared in the next newsletter.

We look forward to celebrating our community with you!

Portraits, Yearbook & Dedication Ads

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School Portraits

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Education Fund

_{Does Your Employer Have a Matching Gift Program?}

Many employers will match your donation to our school that means your contribution can go twice as far — helping funds programs that directly benefit our students. It’s a simple way to make a bigger difference without giving more.

Visit our website for more information. Check to see if your employer will match your donation!

Questions?

Contact Marnie Noel pinevalley.edfundmatching@srvef.org

Pine Valley Education Fund Tax ID 20-0030511.

Check for a Match

✈️ Spectacular Sardinia - Art Tour ✈️

April 4 - 13, 2026

Tricia Grame, art teacher at Pine Valley Middle School, is offering a creative, fun, safe and educational tour led by an authentic Italian artist, photographer, and educator from Sardinia.

Open to students and adults, this is Tricia's 9th Tour with Jet Vacations. Parents interested in joining or learning more can contact Tricia at: 📞 925-786-0631 | ✉️ tmontair@comcast.net.

📥 See Brochure for itinerary and reservation form..

Note: This trip is not sponsored or sanctioned by Pine Valley Middle School or by SRVUSD.

ATTENTION 8th Grade Parents

Messages From Cal High Registrar & PTSA

🎓8th Grade Summer Advancement Guide🎓

For students entering California High School (Fall 2026)

If your student is planning to take a Non-District Course (NDC) this summer, please complete the following steps. NO late submissions will be accepted.

Step 1: Before the Course Starts | Deadline: June 12, 2026 @ 11:59 PM

Review Policy: Read the full guidelines at Summer Advancement Via Outside Institution.
Apply: Complete the Non-District Course Intent Application.
Proof of Enrollment: Submit your official proof of enrollment by the deadline.

Step 2: After the Course | Deadline: August 10, 2026

Application to Place Credit: Visit the counselor's webpage and complete "Step 2."
Submit Form: Upload the Application to Place Credit form via the designated Google Form (Section 4, Question 3).
The form must be signed by both student and parent.
Paper copies will not be accepted.

Step 3: Official Transcripts | Deadline: August 10, 2026

_{Your final transcript}_{MUST be sent}_{directly from}_{the institution}_{to the CHS}_Registrar.

Transcripts handled by parents or students are considered unofficial.

Electronic Option: Have the school email the transcript to vbattu2@srvusd.net (Preferred).
Mail Option: Have the school mail a physical copy to the California High School Registrar’s Office.

Important Dates to Remember

June 12, 2026 - Final Deadline for Intent Application & Proof of Enrollment

August 10, 2026 - Final Deadline for Application to Place Credit & Official Transcripts

Questions?

Please contact the Registrar via email at vbattu2@srvusd.net

Thank you,

Vinita Battu - Registrar

California High School

9870 Broadmoor Dr., San Ramon CA 94583

vbattu2@srvusd.net

Phone: (925) 803-3214| Fax: (925) 828-1054

Registrar's Website

Stay Connected, Get Involved.

Join Cal High PTSA 2026-2027

Looking for a *great* way to stay connected and make a positive impact at Cal High? We invite you to consider getting involved with the Cal High PTSA!

Our Nominating Committee is now seeking volunteers to serve on the 2026–2027 Cal High PTSA Board. Join our team to support our entire school community—students, teachers, families, and staff alike.

All PTSA members are welcome to participate, including parents, caregivers, teachers, administrators, AND students. Whether you have lots of experience or are brand new to PTSA, we would love to hear from you!

Please fill out the Interest Form !

If you have any questions, please contact us at chsnominations@calhighptsa.org

Thank you!

Cal High PTSA Nominating Committee

Support Pine Valley

_{Support PV Teachers’ Projects / Classrooms}

Your support helps our teachers create engaging projects that directly benefit Pine Valley students. Consider donating today and help our classrooms thrive!

Select a project / classroom you want to support and donate through DonorsChoose platform.

Pick a Project & Donate

Shop Uniforms & Spirit Wear

Need More PE Uniforms?

Order now to stay ready for class all year long!

Buy Uniforms

Gear Up with Puma Pride!

Show your puma pride with fresh gear available to purchase online.

Buy Spirit Wear

Resources

New SRVUSD volunteer requirements - Be a Mentor

Get Cleared to Volunteer!

Here's how:

1. Take the 15 minutes Livescan fingerprint background check.

👉 Visit your nearest Livescan location like Postal Annex to get started.

2. Take the Mandated Reporter & Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.

👉 Watch the training videos

Get cleared to Volunteer Now!

For more information:

Beamentor.org. | PVMS PTA Website

Red Card for Immigrant Families

Everyone in the U.S. has constitutional rights, no matter your immigration status. The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) created Red Cards to help families know and assert their rights if approached by ICE.

Download and print your own at home: 👉 www.ilrc.org/red-cards