We are reaching out to address a growing concern that is significantly impacting students’ instructional time. Recently, many students have been checked out early, often just before their intervention classes. These sessions are critical in helping students build the skills needed to close academic gaps and ensure they are meeting grade-level expectations.
With only 53 instructional days remaining before AASA testing begins, it is essential that students are present for the full school day. Therefore, we will be implementing a strict checkout cutoff time of 1:30 PM. After 1:30 PM, early checkouts will not be permitted except in the case of a true family emergency.
Early checkouts not only hinder student progress, but they also disrupt classroom instruction and impact the entire learning community. Our goal is to give every student the best possible opportunity to succeed, and consistent attendance is a key part of that effort.
We kindly ask for your partnership in avoiding unnecessary early checkouts and ensuring your child remains on campus for the full instructional day.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Sincerely,
Mr. Mitchell
Principal
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We are excited to share that Kona Ice will be on campus tomorrow for our annual Turkey Trot! Students will have the opportunity to purchase shave ice during their designated lunch periods. Please refer to the attached flyer for details on pricing and available flavors.
As a reminder, 20% of all proceeds will be donated back to Valley View.
Happy Holidays,
Mr. Mitchell
As a reminder, Thanksgiving break is quickly approaching. Both school days this week will follow our regular schedule, with dismissal at 2:30 PM. In observance of the holiday, there will be no school from November 26–28. Classes will resume on Monday, December 1, 2025.
We wish all of our families a very Happy Thanksgiving and hope this time brings rest, rejuvenation, and quality moments together as we prepare to finish the year strong.
Sincerely,
Mr. Mitchell
Principal
Spirit Days
November 24th & 25th
Thursday, November 20
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Valley View School — 8220 S 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041
What to Expect:
🧮 Practical tools and tips to support K-5 math at home (offered in English and Spanish)
🎉 Attend for a chance to win a prize
Our annual Thanksgiving meal will take place on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Each homeroom class may invite up to 10 parents or guardians to join us for the celebration.
Please note that all guests who plan to participate in the meal will need to purchase a ticket. Tickets are $4.75 and may be purchased in the front office prior to the event. We do not carry change, so exact change is necessary, cash only.
Additionally, once a classroom has reached its allotment of 10 parent participants, no additional parents will be able to attend due to cafeteria capacity limits. We hope to see you there.
Sincerely,
Mr. Mitchell
Principal
Good Afternoon Eagle Families,
As we prepare for Parent-Teacher Conferences next week, we want to remind you of our early release schedule for the week of November 17–21.
Students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. on the following days:
Wednesday, November 19
Thursday, November 20
Friday, November 21
Please make the necessary arrangements to ensure students are picked up promptly at dismissal.
Additionally, if you have not yet done so, please be sure to schedule your conference with your child’s teacher. Conferences are an important opportunity to discuss your child’s progress and goals for the remainder of the school year.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child’s education.
Warm Regards,
Mr. Mitchell
Principal,
Valley View Leadership Academy
We are excited to welcome you to our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences the week of November 17–21, 2025. This is a valuable opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, celebrate progress, and discuss goals for the remainder of the year.
Conferences will be held in person, virtually, or by phone. Teachers will contact you to schedule a convenient time. Translators will be available by appointment for families who have requested language support.
We look forward to meeting with all our families and continuing to strengthen the partnership that helps every Eagle soar!
The Valley View Leadership Academy Team
This is a reminder that there will be no school tomorrow November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day. Classes will resume as normal on Wednesday November 12th.
We hope everyone enjoys the day as we take time to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of our nations veterans.
Thank you,
Mr. Mitchell
Please be advised that Ms. Zavala, our 1st grade teacher, has a substitute today. As a result, her after-school tutoring sessions are canceled for this afternoon.
Parents and guardians, please make the necessary arrangements to ensure that students are picked up at regular dismissal time.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sincerely,
Mr. Mitchell
Principal | Valley View School
As a reminder, tomorrow is early release Wednesday, please make the necessary accommodations to ensure that students are picked up on time. All Valley View students will be released at 12:30 PM.
Sincerely,
Mr. Mitchell
Principal
Student Meal Updates
We understand that recent cuts to SNAP funding and the temporary lapse in benefits may cause concern for many of our Roosevelt families. Please rest assured that all Roosevelt students will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch every school day, regardless of any changes to SNAP.
TOMORROW 10/29
@ 9:00 AM
ONLY HOMEMADE COSTUMES WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR JUDGING
THE FRONT PARKING LOT WILL BE CLOSED TO VISITORS FROM 8:30-10:30 AM
Hello Valley View Families: Read the October Family Engagement Newsletter
🌟 Join us Thursday! 🌟
Supporting Your Child for AZELLA Success Workshop
📅 Oct. 23 ⏰ 9–10:30 a.m. 📍 RSD Board Room
What to Expect:
Parents and caregivers will learn simple ways to support their children for the AZELLA test
Enjoy a Día de los Muertos altar and pan de muerto
Take home free bilingual books and homework dictionaries
Raffle 🎉
Don’t miss out — we can’t wait to see you there!
💼 Job Fair
Work for RSD and be the genesis of change in South Phoenix!
📅 Saturday, Oct. 25 ⏰ 10 a.m. – Noon
We're holding a job fair on Saturday, Oct. 25, to fill vacant classified positions including: bus drivers, maintenance techs, custodians, parapros and more!
📍Roosevelt School District Board Room
Bring your resume to the District Office between 10 a.m. and Noon and interview for the job that's right for you!
Walk-ins welcome, registration preferred
October 21, 2025
VVLA Library
@ 8:15
