The end of the school year is here and this time is always one of reflection and celebration for what has been accomplished over the school year. I would like to say "thank you" to everyone who has contributed in some way, big or small, to making this year a hugely successful one for our students. Our staff has been remarkable and worked tirelessly this year. PTO and all of our parent volunteers have helped to support our staff's efforts in the classroom and after school as well. Our amazing staff and community of support makes the experience for our students here at Indian Valley special.

The end of the school year is also a time for transition and new beginnings. Thank you and good luck to Mrs. Moore and Ms. Chappell on their new beginnings - they will be greatly missed! We have hired some new staff this spring and I look forward to introducing them to you when we return from summer break.

 

August will also be a time of new beginnings as we welcome our new transitional kindergarteners and kindergartners and their families, and the many new families who are moving into the community. It will also be a time to build upon our strengths as a school and I look forward to sharing updates with you when we return in August. Until then, please know our school office will be closed for the summer starting June 13 and will re-open on July 31. Be sure to check your email for any summer updates.

Best of luck to our 5th graders and their families as they move on to middle school. You are ready and I know you will take all that you learned from Indian Valley with you as you take this next step in your educational journey. Thank you to our students, staff and parents for a wonderful 2024-25 school year and I hope you have a safe and memorable summer!

-Michael

We will live stream 5th grade promotion this year for families and friends who can not attend in person.

Click the link to join at 9:30am.

https://vimeo.com/event/1010051

We are excited to bring to you quick and easy access to your student’s report card via Parent Square. Report cards will continue to be available via the Aeries Parent Portal. Additionally we will send the secure document via Parent Square. You can expect this publication on:

 We are excited to implement this new feature making access to your child’s progress even easier!

Missing a lunch box, water bottle or jacket/coat? Please take a minute to sift through the Lost and found. Unclaimed items will be donated June 2. The rolling rack will be out front.

It’s summertime!!! For most kids that means lazy days, fun in the water, popsicles and NO homework!!! But just because it is summer it doesn’t mean your child should stop reading. Studies show that students lose over 2 months of reading proficiency over the summer gap. The best way to combat that is simple- READ EVERY DAY. Just 20 minutes a day is all it takes to help your child beat the summer slide. Here are 3 tips to help keep your child reading:

4-5 Fingers = Too Challenging

2-3 Fingers = JUST RIGHT

1-2 Fingers = Too Easy  

Every reader who completes a passport is eligible for a free book and a chance to win prizes. Check out this video for more info. https://youtu.be/oTXGmIOLepI?si=s4n8IcYDOZJlNLDB

Have a fun, relaxing summer. Happy Reading and we'll see you in 10 weeks!

We have few yearbooks left, if you want to purchase one for $40, please reach out to Staci Bajuniemi at staciham@hotmail.com

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As the school year wraps up, we want to thank you for being part of a community that believes in strong public schools. Together, we've accomplished so much:

We also celebrated incredible milestones—over $201,000 from Read-a-Thon, $124,000 from Turn Up the Heat, $24,000 from Taste & Toast, and $51,000 from FORE! Education.

But we’re not there yet.

Despite these successes, WCEF is still behind our $1.6 million goal, and overall participation is down. On top of that, the failure of Measure T means our Acalanes Unified High School District (AUHSD) (which includes

Las Lomas) now faces $2 million in cuts—impacting class sizes, electives, and student support services.

If you supported Measure T or believe in protecting quality education, we’re asking families to consider a $130 donation—the same amount Measure T would have contributed per parcel. Every dollar brings us closer to bridging the gap and keeping our schools strong.

Give now at wcefk12.org/donate

or call (925) 933-WCEF to learn more.

Let’s finish strong—for our students, our teachers, and our schools.

With gratitude,

WCEF

There are a handful of extra yearbooks for anyone wanting to place an order. They are $40. Please email STACI staciham@hotmail.com to confirm purchase. Yearbooks will be available in the office for pick up.

Phone: 925-944-6832

ivattendance@walnutcreeksd.org

If you are planning to be away, or on vacation, please contact Lisa in the attendance office 3 days PRIOR to leaving to set up an Independent Study Contract.