Books may be returned to either building
Our first early release day will be Wednesday, September 2. Buses will leave the schools at 12:20 PM. There will be NO PM Preschool!! If you have questions or need to let the school know of an alternate plan for that day please call the school!
Please contact Judy Lacey if you would like to sign up. jlacey@usd456.org Please sign up before September 18th. Our shirt order will be put in at that time!!! Shirt availability after that date will not be guaranteed.
It’s game day in the valley! Volleyball girls are in their first contest today. Go Trojans!
Southern Lyon County USD 252 - Olpe/Hartford has announced spectator restrictions at their home athletic events.
In addition to the LCL guidelines released this week, they will limit visiting spectators to 2 individuals per participant. Pre-cut tickets will be required for entrance and no passes will be accepted.
Additionally, they will have designated spectator areas where household members are encouraged to sit together and following strict social distancing while at the event.
Questions? Call: 785-549-3521.
MDCV HEART T-SHIRTS ARE IN!!! If you pre-ordered a shirt, they are now at the district office. Come by during regular business hours 8am-12pm, 1pm-4pm, and you can pay and pick up your order! Didn't pre-order? Call us at 785-549-3521, adult sizes still available!
NOTIFICATION: The Lyon County League has passed their "Return to Activities" guidance. At sporting events, MDCV will: (1) Require masks to be worn by all visitors, (2) require temperature checks for all visitors upon entrance, and (3) assign seating areas for spectators by team. To review these guidelines and other league operations, refer to the guidance document here: https://5il.co/k7rl
GO TROJANS!
USD 456 - Marais des Cygnes Valley will conduct its' annual budget hearing tomorrow, August 25th, 2020 at 8:00am at the district office. To view the meeting agenda, please follow the link: https://5il.co/k32c
SCHEDULE CHANGE: The HS volleyball competition on September 1st is now a dual against Cair Paravel, with the matchup against Bishop Seabury being moved to September 21st at 4pm. Thank you for keeping up with our schedule changes as this season promises to have a few more!
Due to the uncertainty of the fall athletic schedule, notable ceremonies have now been moved to new dates. Specifically, HS volleyball will now celebrate Senior Night on September 1st, against Cair Paravel. For HS football, the annual Homecoming game will now occur on September 11th, against Southern Coffey County. Go Trojans!
If your child is going to be gone please call the office by 9 AM.
If you need to make alternate arrangements for your child after school please call the school before 3 PM.
SCHEDULE CHANGE: Due to the guidance from KSHSAA and the Lyon County League, the Burlingame Volleyball Tournament on August 29, 2020, at 9am, has changed to a multi-site tournament. Specifically, MDCV is now the host of a quad of participating teams, including your Lady Trojans. Good luck ladies!
Just a quick reminder that menus for both buildings are located on our website under dining.
Sack lunches are not able to be stored in refrigerators at school. They will need to be kept in lockers until lunch time. We are also not able to reheat lunches. You may send a drink with your child's lunch but it needs to be water, fruit juice, or milk. Soda is not allowed at lunch.
We had a fantastic first day at MdCV!! Thank you students, staff, parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles for bearing with us during all of the changes.
Tomorrow is the day! Just a few reminders.
-School starts at 8:00am and runs until 3:30pm.
-Shuttle busses leave at 7:30 from both buildings.
-With the exception of those riding the shuttle buses, we ask that no student should be on either campus until 7:30am.
-Students and staff will only be using the rear doors at Melvern at this time, and will report upon arrival to the commons/big gym until dismissed to classes.
-Quenemo will use the front door as usual.
Thank you, we will see all students tomorrow!
Parents of JH/HS athletes - handbooks/parent letters for your student's specific sport have been posted online for your convenience!
We may not be conducting a parent meeting in person, but it is still important to know your coach's expectations for the season. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your student's coach!
Info can be found here: https://www.mdcv.org/o/mdcv/browse/127722
The buildings have been cleaned, the staff have arrived, and the planning has been set. WE ARE READY for the first day of school on Wednesday, August 19th, 2020! Please make sure your student brings a face covering to wear, a backpack for any items, and a smile on their face for a great year! We cannot wait to welcome your student to our buildings!
REMINDER: JH/HS fall sports will begin practices TODAY, Monday, August 17th, 2020. Practices will begin at 4:00pm. All athletes are required to have a physical on file in order to participate!
Student/staff masks are scheduled to arrive around August 28th, so all are asked to wear masks from home as we begin school for the time being. If your student does not have a mask to wear, please contact your student's school and they can provide an alternative. THANK YOU!
If anyone is interested in an Agility and Power shirt, we are selling them for $20. They will be blue, drifit with the logo below. Appreciate the support!
Please let Mr. Whitson know ASAP! lwhitson@usd456.org or 785-549-3313
