Teays Valley West Middle School -

We welcomed our Teays Valley staff back for our annual Convocation in the TVHS auditorium this morning! It’s always special to bring our entire team together in one place as we prepare for another great school year. During Convocation, we celebrated and recognized staff members and heard an update and inspiring message from Superintendent Kyle Wolfe as we look ahead to the year to come. We’re grateful for the dedicated teachers, administrators, support staff and team members who make a difference for our students every day. We’re ready for a great year!

We had the privilege of surprising five outstanding members of our Teays Valley team with special honors during this morning’s Convocation! 🌟 ALL In Award Brittany Brushart — Ashville Secretary Pam Elder — Bus Driver The ALL In Award recognizes employees who go above and beyond the call of duty — setting high standards, paying attention to the details and always being willing to go the extra mile. 🍎 Educator of Excellence Award Christy Rigsby — Ashville Kindergarten Teacher Melinda Sauerbrun — West 7th Grade Teacher Alissa Streitenberger — South Bloomfield Preschool Teacher The Educator of Excellence Award honors outstanding educators who make a difference through their dedication to students, excellence in teaching, involvement in our community and commitment to the values of Teays Valley. We are incredibly proud of these five deserving staff members and grateful for the positive impact they make on our students, colleagues and Viking community each day. Please join us in congratulating Brittany, Pam, Christy, Melinda and Alissa on these well-deserved honors!

Congratulations to John Hyder, Heidi Miller, and Laura Nungester, who received their Golden Apple in recognition of entering their 30th year in education! Thirty years of educating, encouraging, and making a difference in the lives of students is an incredible milestone. We are grateful for their years of dedication and service to Teays Valley and the countless students they have impacted along the way. Please join us in congratulating John, Heidi, and Laura on this well-deserved recognition!

We celebrated the incredible folks who keep our school running... our custodial and maintenance teams! We shared great food and a little friendly competition. A massive thank you to this amazing crew for working endlessly behind the scenes to get our facilities sparkling and ready for the new school year. We appreciate everything you do!

As part of Viking Academy, 70 staff members, including teachers, administrators, secretaries and bus drivers had the opportunity to visit Arsenal-1 at Anduril, gaining a firsthand look at the innovative work happening right here in our community. The visit provided valuable insight into the exciting career opportunities in manufacturing available to both our students and community members. Experiences like these help us better connect classroom to careers while continuing to strengthen our partnership with Anduril. We’re excited to keep building this relationship and expanding opportunities that will prepare our students for successful futures, right here in their own backyard. #VikingPride

It's still summer... but inside our buildings, the learning has already begun! Today marked the kickoff of Viking Academy, our three-day professional development event, and our staff members are making the most of their summer by investing in new ideas, collaborating with colleagues, and sharpening their skills for the year ahead. Thank you to all of our educators for choosing to spend part of your summer growing alongside one another. We can't wait to see all the great things you'll bring back to your classrooms!

Attn Viking readers! Victor Viking is back at the Ashville Floyd E. Younkin Library and at Southwest Public Libraries in Grove City. Stop by to check out some books to enjoy during your summer break and snap a pic with Victor! Send it to tvsummerfun@tvsd.us and include the student's name, school and grade and we'll share on the TV Facebook page. We can't wait to see all of our Viking readers!

Check out Teays Valley West 740!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azsvBPJgNjg

Attention families of incoming 6th grade students!

We are once again celebrating Rock Your Socks Day at Teays Valley!
World Down Syndrome Day is celebrated on March 21, but since it falls on a weekend this year, our schools will be celebrating a day early on Friday, March 20.
Students, staff, and families are encouraged to wear their brightest, boldest, and most colorful socks to help us celebrate and show support for our special friends with Down Syndrome. Rocking your socks is a fun way to start conversations about inclusion, kindness, and celebrating the things that make each of us unique.
Join us as we Rock Our Socks and celebrate the amazing members of our Viking community!

Last night we welcomed our Key Communicators group for an engaging and productive meeting. We appreciate the parents and community members who joined us to learn more about what’s happening in Teays Valley Schools and help keep our community informed. Thank you for being engaged advocates for our students and schools

Teays Valley West Middle School Yearbooks are now on sale! To order go to:

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Use online ordering code if prompted: SK3B772G

Sale ends March 14th.

Please call Ripcho Studios Customer Service Department at (216) 631-0664 Ext 28 or Toll Free (800) 686-7427 Ext. 28 if you have any questions.

Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools is offering a summer camp for students entering grades 6-8 next school year. For more information, go to https://drive.google.com/file/d/18N6gTrce356gvAQ8bgx9rUjsj_Hdbae1/view?usp=sharing

Fun opportunity sponsored by the Pickaway County Addiction Action Coalition.

Attention 7th Grade TVWMS Parents:
Please plan to attend the parent meeting this Thursday, 2/12, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will provide important information about your student’s transition to 8th grade and high school.

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This morning, we welcomed parents of our 8th grade students for a guided tour of the TVHS campus. Families had the opportunity to learn about the many options available to students and to explore several of our Career Pathways classrooms and labs. We were excited to share many of the opportunities that their students will have the option to participate in next school year! All 8th grade families and students are encouraged to attend a meeting with TVHS guidance counselors this Thursday, February 5, at 6:30 p.m., in the TVHS auditorium.

Congratulations to Freshman, and former West student, Hannah Daniels for receiving the Read Ohio Award during the Ohio Educational Library Media Association conference. Hannah was nominated by Mrs. Seebauer for her passion of reading last school year. Congratuations Hannah!

Join us by wearing red, white and blue as we celebrate Veteran's Day tomorrow.