Due to the severe icy conditions affecting our area, Elk Valley Unified School District 283 has decided to cancel all school activities, including classes and extracurricular events, for Tuesday, January 23rd. The safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. After careful consideration of the current weather conditions, it is in the best interest of everyone to close the school for the day.
The icy conditions pose a significant risk to transportation and pedestrian safety, making travel hazardous for our students and staff. Additionally, extreme weather conditions may impact the functionality of the school facilities.
We understand that this closure may cause inconvenience, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these challenging weather conditions. Our top priority is ensuring the safety of everyone associated with Elk Valley Unified School District 283.
Please stay tuned to local news channels, our official website, and social media channels for any further updates regarding the school's status. We anticipate resuming normal activities on Wednesday, pending improved weather conditions.
We thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Stay safe and warm.
Sincerely,
Elk Valley Administration
Today's scheduled Middle School Basketball Games have been canceled due to the icy conditions.
Click, Clack, Moo at After School
Due to the extreme weather conditions forecasted for Tuesday, January 16th, including dangerously low temperatures and windchill, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and faculty we have decided to cancel all school activities for Tomorrow.
Physical Education students enjoyed the pinnacle of class today with parachutes!
THE reading activities in Mrs. Alexander's after school program are KEEPING these students QUILT entertained!
Dear Elk Valley Community,
I hope this message finds you well. As we closely monitor the weather forecast, it has come to our attention that the impending inclement weather, particularly the forecasted ice and snow, poses a significant risk to the safety of our students, staff, and their families.
After careful consideration and in consultation with local authorities, we have made the decision to close Elk Valley Schools on January 9th, due to the predicted weather conditions. The safety of our school community is our top priority, and we believe that this proactive measure will help ensure the well-being of everyone involved.
All classes, extracurricular activities, and events scheduled for January 9th, are canceled. We understand that this may cause inconvenience, but we believe it is essential to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Please stay tuned for updates regarding the reopening of the school. We will continue to monitor the weather conditions and provide timely information about any changes to our schedule.
For the latest updates, please check our official website at https://www.usd283.org or download the Elk Valley USD 283 App in your Apple Store or Google Play.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this weather-related closure. The safety of our school community is of the utmost importance, and we thank you for your ongoing support.
Stay safe and stay warm!
Sincerely,
Elk Valley Administration Team
Kindergarten is also out enjoying this thick snow!
Pre-K Loves the Snow!
EV Families - We are continuously monitoring the weather as it changes to make decisions to keep everyone safe. Early release will be considered with notification made as early as possible. Students who miss today due to weather will be excused.
BLACK OUT GAME
Thursday, January 4th, 4:00 pm
Wear black to school and the game to support your Elk Valley Lions
Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge, to be held at Elk Valley on 2/28 for all Elk County (WEHS, EVHS, home-school) students in grades 9-12.
Sign up today!
https://goventuredash.com/competitions/530
Email jrussell@usd283.org with any questions!
Experience the auditory magic of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol performed by The 6-12 Drama Class as a RADIO PLAY
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DyEXZxSgckutREOSSNnxqAma0mW6EUO_/view?usp=sharing
If you have any road trips coming up, or if you just like to listen to audiobooks, please give this a listen. It runs for about an hour.
Featuring the acting talents of:
Zoey Kietzer as Scrooge
Kadie Bruce, Cami Hedges, Claire Alexander, and Hunter Meadows as the four ghosts.
Jamie White and Kabella Hilyard and Mr. and Mrs. Cratchit
Jeremiah Thomspon and Hartlynn Prilliman as Fred and his wife
Sayhlaa Beaumont as Tiny Tim and narrator
Roman Price and Matthew Roach as child Scrooge and young man Scrooge
Khloee Hilyard, Jasmine Irving-Prilliman, and Jaelyn Wade as various characters
Dameon Kiesel with sound effects
So, if you have a chance to give this a listen, we know you'll enjoy it.
Merry Christmas, from the Elk Valley Drama Department!
Archers looked to add marshmellows to their hot cocoa during class today.
It has been a fun week of holiday spirit!
Mrs. Roach’s first-hour art class had the opportunity to visit the immersive Beyond van Gogh exhibit at the OK Museum of Popular Culture in Tulsa this week. The exhibit included an immersive experience in art history that allowed the class to experience Van Gogh's masterpieces by feeling like they were stepping into the paintings and seeing them in a new way
Archery students took aim at carrots for Rudolph today! Thanks NASP for the fun ideas!
EV Lions Pride Band: December 9, Elk City Christmas Parade. Way to go band!
Video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LfOxv6mxTiF_hfq-GB3ct8g31FO2T_US/view?usp=sharing
Last week Kindergarten took advantage of the beautiful weather before the cold snap to art outside with Mrs Roach.
They completed their chameleon marker projects and then used wet paint brushes to blend the colors. These masterpieces will be displayed in a Rainforest hall gallery when we return to school in January.
6-12th Students Only, Formal Attire, 6-8 PM on 12/15, $5 per student, meal provided
