🎸 CLASSROOM ROCKSTARS: Yesterday was National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, and we want to give a huge shoutout to the incredible paraeducators who make a difference every single day at CV. You’re the multi-tasking educational rockstars who live to inspire and love to encourage. Your dedication, support, and unwavering commitment to our students doesn't go unnoticed. We appreciate each of you ❤
💰 CURRENCY OF CULTURE: Hampden Elementary School's ELD students in Mrs. Banks' class took the class on a global tour! They shared money from their home countries and used their language skills to tell everyone all about the coins, bills, and their values. It was an exciting day celebrating diversity with currency from seven different countries: Nepal, India, Vietnam, Korea, Puerto Rico, Japan, and Mexico 🌏
❤ CHAMPS BEHIND THE SCENES: The countdown is on – in just TWO WEEKS, our Olympians will take over Chapman Field for our districtwide Special Olympics! 🏅 Today, a fantastic group of volunteers came together to pack gift bags, create signs, and prepare awards, all to make this day even more special for our amazing student-athletes and their buddies. Let’s give a huge shout-out to these volunteers for their dedication and hard work. 🙌
We’re beyond excited to welcome our student-athletes for a day filled with fun, competition, and lasting friendships. 🤞 Fingers crossed for sunny skies and no rain so our athletes won't have to delay their Olympic debuts 🦅
📖 VENDING A GOOD READ: Monroe Elementary School unveiled its brand-new Book Vending Machine at their Portrait of an Eagle Adaptability Assembly! Students can earn tokens through Portrait of an Eagle Certificates for the rest of the year, with even more fun additions planned for 2025-2026, including Birthday Books! 🎂
Thanks to the Portrait of an Eagle and Theme Committees, Monroe PTO, and Sun Motor Cars, Inc. for making this possible! 🙌
❤ THANK YOU, TRAINERS: March is National Athletic Training Month, and we’re proud to celebrate the incredible work of our athletic trainers who keep our student-athletes strong, healthy, and safe. From the sidelines to the training room, their dedication and care make a huge impact on our teams. Thank you to our amazing athletic trainers for all you do!
Are you a student interested in athletic training? Apply for our Athletic Training Student Internship and gain hands-on experience supporting CV’s athletes! 🔗http://bit.ly/4c8gj7E
📸 (L-R): Sheila Mueller (Head Athletic Trainer), Bob Wolf (Assistant Athletic Trainer), Tyler Fleck (Assistant Athletic Trainer). Not pictured: Sonny Mills (Assistant Athletic Trainer).
🎶 PERFECT HARMONY: To celebrate Music in Our Schools Month, fifth-grade students from Winding Creek Elementary School delivered a fantastic performance at the Board meeting on Monday, March 17. Led by Ms. Hollenberg and Ms. Snyder, their voices filled the room with joyful harmony!
🎩 HISTORY IN ACTION: Second graders at Sporting Hill Elementary wrapped up their Civil War unit with a historical blast! From donning Abraham Lincoln and Union soldier attire to playing classic games like dominoes, and even tasting hardtack, they got a hands-on history lesson they’ll never forget!
Huge thanks to Gettysburg National Military Park for generously donating the items that made this experience so engaging and interactive!
🏊♀️🏊♂️ READY TO DIVE IN AT STATES: Good luck to the 10 CVHS Swimming and Diving athletes heading to the PIAA State Championships at Bucknell University this weekend!
We’re cheering you on and are #CVProud of all your hard work and dedication. Let's go, Eagles 🦅
#PortraitOfAnEagle #SwimmingStates #DivingStates
⚠️ PSA - EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXERCISE: Ensuring the safety and preparedness of our students, staff, community, and first responders is always our top priority. On 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, Mountain View Middle School will conduct an Emergency Preparedness Exercise in partnership with local, state, and federal law enforcement and emergency personnel.
🚨 Key Details:
- This is a 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲—there is no actual emergency.
- Only actors will be present, as the exercise will occur while schools are not in session.
- Winding Creek Elementary will be used as a staging area for emergency personnel during the drill.
- You may notice increased emergency vehicles and personnel in the area.
- Access to Winding Creek Elementary and Mountain View Middle School will be closed to the public from 8 AM to 2 PM.
This exercise is 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜, and we appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a secure training environment.
Thank you for your support in keeping our schools safe.
#PortraitOfAnEagle #CVProud #PublicServiceAnnouncement
👨🚀 ADVENTURES IN SPACE: Third-grade students at Silver Spring Elementary School had a fantastic time presenting their space projects. As part of their CKLA unit on astronomy, they researched various topics they had studied in class, such as planets, stars, and galaxies.
Each student took the time to gather information and create a presentation to share with their peers and families. It was a fun, hands-on way to wrap up the unit, and the students did an awesome job of bringing their projects to life 🚀
#PortaitOfAnEagle #CVProud
🎉 ROTARY CLUB RECOGNITION: Congratulations to CV seniors, Jack Boyer (pictured left) and Mofiyinfoluwa Orekoya (pictured right) for being recognized as the Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg-North's February Students of the Month! Both students are outstanding examples of what it means to embody the Portrait of an Eagle. Their dedication, leadership, and well-rounded achievements serve as an inspiration to their peers and the entire CV community.
We are #CVProud of their accomplishments!
#PortraitOfAnEagle
📆 CALENDAR REMINDER: There will be no school on Monday, March 17. School will resume on Tuesday, March 18.
Enjoy your long weekend, Eagles 😎
#CVProud #PortraitofanEagle
📖 SHARING THE LOVE OF READING: Last week’s Read Across America Day at Hampden Elementary School was a total blast! The students had so much fun with awesome guests like WGAL News Channel 8 Susquehanna Valley, Pa.'s Jere Gish, abc27 News's Valerie Pritchett, Coco the Bear, Rascal the Senator, Red Robin, and Blaze the Dragon! Plus, there were guest readers from the high school, local fire departments, and District Admin. Such a fun day full of reading and excitement ❤
#PortraitOfAnEagle #CVProud #ReadAcrossAmerica
🎓 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: Starting in April, we will be honoring CV seniors and celebrating their post-secondary plans—whether it's college, trade school, the military, or a career they've worked toward during high school.
CV seniors and their families are invited to submit their names for recognition in the #PortraitOfAnEagle Senior Spotlight once their post-secondary plans are finalized 🦅
Visit https://forms.gle/HRZ5nPx2hXr9tu817 to learn more.
Please note: To upload an image, you will need a Google account to complete the form.
#CVProud #SeniorSpotlight #Classof2025
🤼♀️ MAKING MOVES ON THE MAT: Huge congratulations to Emma Beaven for her amazing performance at the 2025 PIAA Girls Individual State Wrestling Championship, where she took 8th place in the 170 lbs class! Your hard work and determination truly paid off—we are #CVProud of you 💪
#PortraitOfAnEagle #WrestlingStates
👏 THANK YOU: This week, we're celebrating National School Social Worker Week and the incredible impact our CV School Social Workers have on our students, families, and staff ❤ They go above and beyond, providing emotional support and connecting families with vital resources to help students thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
This year's theme, “Unite to Ignite: Celebrating our Impact,” highlights the resilience, passion, and dedication school social workers bring to fostering growth and positive change in our community. Thank you, CV Social Workers for your hard work and the difference you make every day 🫶
#PortraitOfAnEagle #CVProud #SSWWeek2025
🍕 A Slice of Fun: Students in Mrs. Herman's class at Monroe Elementary had a blast with a creative lesson thoughtfully planned by Ms. Lavoie, the Library Teaching Assistant. After reading Curious George and the Pizza Party, the fun continued as they rolled up their sleeves to create their own pizza masterpieces.
Ms. Lavoie’s creativity and efforts were key to the success of the lesson. With the help of a toaster oven generously provided by the Monroe PTO, each student baked their delicious creations and enjoyed a memorable pizza party. It was the perfect combination of learning, creativity, and, of course, tasty food 🥰
🏊♀️ DIVING INTO SUCCESS: CV Diver Mattie Boone had an outstanding performance at the 2025 PIAA District III Diving Championships this past weekend, finishing in 4th place! With this impressive finish, she punched her ticket to STATES in March— marking her second straight year earning a spot, a true testament to her skill and dedication 🏅
Congratulations and best of luck, Mattie 👏
📰 STRIKE A POSE: The countdown is on–only NINE days until the strike of the century! Join the Mountain View Players as they head back to 1899 for an unforgettable performance of Disney's Newsies Jr.
📅 Dates and Times:
- March 7 at 7 PM
- March 8 at 7 PM
- March 9 at 2 PM (ASL interpreted)
📍 Location:
Mountain View Auditorium
🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://cur8.com/16592/project/124807
Come see our talented students shine on stage—their energy and passion will leave you inspired! 🌟
🤼♂️ WRESTLING TO VICTORY: Four CV Boys Varsity Wrestlers put on an impressive show at the 2025 PIAA District III Tournament this past weekend, punching their tickets to the State Championship! 🙌
Pictured left to right:
🥉 Jake Mitchell - 3rd place, 145 lbs
🥈 Logan Maurer - 2nd place, 139 lbs
🥈 Phil Montes - 2nd place, 114 lbs
🏅 Connor Killian - 5th place, 127 lbs
They’ll be competing at States in March! Congratulations and best of luck, Eagles! 🦅💪
