West Valley Superintendent Gene Sementi, Deputy Superintendent Doug Matson and Assistant Superintendent Kyle Rydell visited Principal Lisa Skay and all school principals during National Principal Appreciation Month to thank them for their hard work throughout the year.

West Valley patrons will have the opportunity to vote on a Supplemental Educational Programs and Operations Levy on November 5. The Supplemental Levy pays for safety, nurses, STEM, teachers, athletics, extra-curricular activities and much more. Click for additional information.

Delrene Pointer, Seth Woodard Special Education Paraeducator, was presented the Above and Beyond Award at a recent school board meeting. Principal Mike Lollar shared "she goes Above and Beyond everyday in everything she does!"

Mark your calendar for the West Valley Outdoor Learning Center Harvest Open House, October 19, 10 - 2 at 8508 E Upriver Dr. Make crafts, play games, participate in a scavenger hunt, visit the classroom animals and meet the hawks and owls. Don't miss the fun!

HOTSTART Heating Systems partnership with Seth Woodard Elementary has grown stronger recently with the addition of the Magic of Storytelling Program. HOTSTART joined KXLY News 4 and Disney in the program that provides new books for children.

Children from every school district are invited to a FREE vaccination clinic on Tuesday, October 8, 3:00 - 6:00 pm at Ness Elementary, 9612 E Cataldo Ave.

The district Above and Beyond Award was presented to Dishman Hills Principal Lauren House, Counselor Pam Stickney and Teacher Matt Filippini during a recent school board meeting. The team was given the award for their success in significantly increasing the number of students who completed their FAFSA.