🦈🐾THIRD GRADE ZOO CREW: Monroe Elementary School celebrated the Grand Opening of the Monroe Zoo with an exciting event hosted by the Third Grade class. This marked their first-ever Zoo Day, a culminating project for CKLA Unit 2 on Animal Classifications. Each student selected an animal to research, identified its classification group, and explained their reasoning.

They proudly shared their findings with classmates and families, a fun and educational showcase of their learning and creativity! 🙌

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2 months ago, CV Schools
A student in a colorful parrot costume stands with wings outstretched in a school gymnasium near a stage with red curtains.
A student in a green shirt and frog headband holds a frog plush toy in front of a banner that reads "AMPHIBIAN ALLEY."
A student in a red shirt holds a red and black plush snake around their neck while standing behind a table with a yellow handwritten sign.
Children stand at a table holding orange papers; one child in front wears a safari outfit with a "Zookeeper" name tag.
A student wearing a "Panther" visor reads from a yellow paper at a table near a purple "AMPHIBIAN ALLEY" poster.
A student dressed in all black with a cat-ear headband, reads from a purple sheet of paper.
Two children stand at a table; one wears a cheetah mask and holds a paper, while the other holds a cutout. A stuffed animal and a "Pokemon" sign are in the background.
A student in a blue shark costume reads from an orange paper at a table next to another child in a pink outfit, with a fish-themed banner in the background.
A student wearing a sawfish costume with a tall headpiece and fin-like attachments stands in a school cafeteria.
Two children in explorer vests and hats stand behind a table with green papers in a decorated gymnasium.
📆 CALENDAR REMINDER: There will be no school on Monday, October 20. School will resume on Tuesday, October 21.

Enjoy your long weekend, Eagles 😎

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2 months ago, CV Schools
Decorative red and black image with text "Calendar Reminder. October 20: No School for Students (Teacher In-Service)."
✨ SHINING THROUGH AAC: In celebration of AAC Awareness Month, Middlesex Elementary’s LionTV studio welcomed a very special guest: Peter! Using his AAC device, Peter proudly joined Naomi and Ethan as co-anchor and weatherman, sharing the forecast and his voice with confidence and joy. 🥰

Together, the team makes sure everyone is included and that Peter gets to lead his favorite segment. ☀️

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2 months ago, CV Schools
Three elementary students sit at a table in front of a green screen with a bookshelf prop, as part of a filming setup for Middlesex Elementary's LionTV.
🍎 FUELING FUTURES: This National School Lunch Week, we're celebrating the outstanding dedication of our 80+ food service professionals, who have already served over 186,000 healthy, balanced meals since the school year began! 🥗

Every tray is thoughtfully prepared with lean proteins, whole grains, and fresh fruits and vegetables, providing students with the nutrition they need to succeed in and out of the classroom. 💪

A healthy meal is more than just lunch; it’s fuel for learning, growth, and success.

👏 Let’s hear it for our incredible Food Service team making it all happen, every single day!

📸 Winding Creek Elementary School Food Service Staff

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2 months ago, CV Schools
Four cafeteria workers in red shirts and aprons smiling in a school cafeteria with text reading “National School Lunch Week” and “Thank you!”
💡 WALL-TO-WALL LEARNING: Mrs. Zinn’s 2nd graders at Monroe Elementary School dove deep into Early Asian Civilizations, exploring the rich histories of India and China. 🌍📚

From reading and writing to hands-on teamwork, these young historians discovered how mighty rivers shaped the world, and brought history to life by building their very own Great Wall of China right in the classroom using creative materials! 🧱

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2 months ago, CV Schools
Two children are lying on a classroom floor, smiling and playing with colorful building blocks and magnetic tiles to build their version of the Great Wall of China.
Two children in a classroom holding colorful Diwali crafts.
Child in a classroom coloring at a desk with colored pencils, wearing a blue unicorn shirt; other children are working in the background.
Child sitting on a classroom floor, building a colorful Great Wall of China with plastic blocks and wooden sticks.
👑 HOMECOMING ROYALTY: Congratulations to our 2025 Cumberland Valley High School Homecoming Queen, Mary Boone, and King, Justin Tomaine.

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2 months ago, CV Schools
2025 Cumberland Valley High School Homecoming Queen, Mary Boone, and King, Justin Tomaine, stand on the 50-yard line at Chapman Field.
📆 CALENDAR REMINDER: There will be no school on Monday, October 13. School will resume on Tuesday, October 14.

Enjoy the long weekend, Eagles 😎

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2 months ago, CV Schools
Calendar reminder graphic from Cumberland Valley School District stating "October 13: No School" with district name and eagle logo.
🌱 AGRICULTURE IN ACTION: What an incredible day at CVHS for our 14th Annual AgVenture Day! Nearly 1,000 fourth graders and chaperones from across the district joined us for a hands-on journey through the world of agriculture.

70 CVHS Cumberland Valley Agricultural Sciences & FFA students led the charge as workshop leaders, group guides, and lunch organizers—sharing lessons on pollination, aquaponics, the journey of milk from cow to glass, animal care, and more. 🐝🐄

A huge thank you to our student leaders and community partners for making it all possible. Your preparation, passion, and leadership made this day unforgettable.

DYK: Our students showcased the #PortraitofanEagle competencies throughout the day—proving that #EaglesAreResponsible, #EaglesAreAdaptable, #EaglesAreCommunicators, and #EaglesAreCriticalThinkers. 🫶

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2 months ago, CV Schools
Four children stand in front of a vertical hydroponic garden with leafy greens under pink LED lights
CV Superintendent Dr. Blanchard pets a black alpaca at AgVenture Day.
Two children garden outdoors, using a scoop and trowel to fill pots with soil near a watering can and cart of plants.
A student pets a brown calf inside a livestock trailer with straw-covered flooring, while another calf rests in the background.
A student pets a large gray horse near a trailer on a sunny day, with hay on the ground and others waiting their turn.
Children sit on the ground outdoors, some raising their hands, during an activity near a stone wall with greenery and observers in the background.
Children gather around a pen outdoors, petting a sheep behind a metal fence.
Two students stand beside a metal fence enclosure with two alpacas, one light brown and one dark brown.
Students sit outside a building listening to three high school presenters dressed as bees and butterflies, with a table of plants and nature posters behind them.
Two high school students stand beside a white horse wearing a blue halter on straw bedding.
♣️♥️A FULL HOUSE OF EAGLE PRIDE: We’re #CVProud to introduce the 2025 Cumberland Valley High School Homecoming Court!

These outstanding students have been selected to represent the spirit, leadership, and pride of CV during this year’s Homecoming celebrations. 🦅

👑 The King and Queen will be crowned at this Friday's football game.

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2 months ago, CV Schools
Group photo of 20 CVHS students in semi-formal attire posing outside the Performing Arts Center with "2025 Homecoming Court" text at the bottom.
🙌 THANK YOU, CUSTODIANS: Today is National School Custodian Appreciation Day! A huge THANK YOU to the incredible custodial staff across CV who work behind the scenes; early mornings, late nights, and everything in between, to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming.

Your hard work and dedication make all the difference in creating the best environment for our students and staff to learn and grow. We appreciate you today and every day! ❤

📸 pictured: CVHS 1st and 2nd shift Custodians

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3 months ago, CV Schools
CVHS 1st and 2nd shift custodians post for a picture to celebrate School Custodian Appreciation Day.
🦅 LIVING THE MISSION: We’re proud to recognize our 2024–2025 Portrait of an Eagle Coin recipients: exceptional staff members who exemplify our district’s core competencies and go above and beyond for our students and school community. 🫶

Superintendent Dr. Blanchard surprised each honoree with a POE challenge coin and certificate in recognition of their dedication, leadership, and impact.

We look forward to continuing this tradition throughout the 2025–2026 school year!

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3 months ago, CV Schools
Graphic with message 'Thank you for making a meaningful difference every day!' and Cumberland Valley School District Portrait of an Eagle logo.
❤ NATIONAL PTO APPRECIATION DAY: We’re incredibly grateful for the amazing parents, guardians, and community members who make up our PTO. Their time, heart, and dedication make a lasting impact, not just in classrooms but in the lives of every student and staff member.

From organizing events to supporting teachers, they help create meaningful moments and enrich the school experience for everyone.

We’re so thankful for all you do! 🙌

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3 months ago, CV Schools
Floral-themed 'Thank you!' graphic for National PTO Appreciation Day.
🎉 HAPPY HR PROFESSIONALS DAY: Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals on our HR team who lead with heart, care, and purpose. 🫶

They are so much more than a department; they are trusted partners, thoughtful listeners, problem solvers, and advocates. From recruiting top talent to supporting and caring for our educators and staff, their work lays the foundation for success in every classroom, office, and school across the district.

Though much of their work happens behind the scenes, the impact is everywhere.

Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to excellence! 🦅

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3 months ago, CV Schools
Group of people standing under a 'Human Resources Professionals Day' banner.
🐾 MORNING WELCOME: Middlesex Elementary School students had a special surprise today! Officer Shoemaker and K-9 Zoro greeted them as they got off the bus. ❤

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3 months ago, CV Schools
CVSD Officer Shoemake stands with K-9 dog, Zoro outside of Middlesex Elementary School.
CVSD Officer Shoemaker and K-9 dog, Zoro, great students outside of Middlesex Elementary School.
🔍 LEARNING THROUGH DISCOVERY: All 5th graders across the district recently dove into hands-on science with the amazing team at Stroud Water Research Center.

Students explored freshwater ecosystems, examined aquatic creatures up close using magnifying glasses & microscopes 🔬, and identified them using macroinvertebrate sorting sheets. It was an exciting, interactive way to discover how these tiny critters help scientists understand water quality! 💧🐛

Huge thanks to Stroud for making science come alive!

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3 months ago, CV Schools
Two students using a microscope at a science station labeled '#2'.
Student examining a rock sample with a tool in a classroom setting.
Children using microscopes at an outdoor science activity with the Stroud Water Research truck in the background.
Digital microscope showing an enlarged insect image, with a hand holding a petri dish.
Children gathered around tables for an outdoor science activity with microscopes and materials.
Stroud Water Research employee pointing at a projected screen while students work with microscopes and materials in a classroom.
🎗️ GOING GOLD: September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and we're proud to stand together in the fight against childhood cancer — both on and off the field. 💪

CV9 staff are rocking their CV Mini-THON Gold Out shirts to raise awareness and show support for tonight’s GOLD OUT football game. 🏈

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3 months ago, CV Schools
CV9 staff wearing yellow Mini-THON Gold Out shirts pose together in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
🦅 HOUSE PRIDE, PURPOSE & PORTRAIT VALUES: Sporting Hill Elementary School kicked off the school year with an exciting House assembly, celebrating our Portrait of an Eagle competencies! 🙌

Students and district admin staff competed in fun challenges like Hungry Hippo and Survivor, while learning how to earn House points by showing responsibility, inclusion, teamwork, and academic growth. 📚

❤ A special moment was shared when Dr. Blanchard awarded a POE coin to a student who showed incredible empathy by helping a younger student in need without hesitation.

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3 months ago, CV Schools
Collage of images from Sporting Hill Elementary's House Assembly showing students and staff in house-colored shirts participating in activities.
🌺 CREATIVITY TAKES ROOT: In Mrs. Cole's 8th-grade Discovering Agriculture class at Mountain View Middle School, students recently explored the world of floral design, where creativity meets science and business.

They learned how professionals in the floral industry use marketing to build their brands, then brought their knowledge to life by crafting 3D models of flowers they researched.

Through this engaging project, students learned how flowers grow, color variations, and bloom times. A perfect blend of research, creativity, and real-world skills. 🌿

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3 months ago, CV Schools
Four students in a hallway holding paper flower crafts.
🌎 HISTORY BROUGHT TO LIFE: We were honored to welcome Dr. Edda Fields-Black 🏆, 2025 Pulitzer Prize-winning author, historian, and descendant of a freedom fighter in the Combahee River Raid, to speak with CVHS students in AP African American Studies, AP U.S. History, and History & Literature of Black Civil Rights classes. 📚

Dr. Fields-Black shared a powerful, lesser-known side of Harriet Tubman’s legacy as a military leader who helped lead a daring Civil War raid that freed over 750 enslaved people in South Carolina.

📜 Through rare historical documents and personal family stories, she offered students a deeply personal and human view of the raid’s impact, showing how the freed individuals helped shape the rich legacy of Gullah Geechee culture.

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3 months ago, CV Schools
Dr. Edda Fields-Black stands with five students in a tiled hallway, holding her book "Combee.
💻 TECH CHAMPIONS: Today, on IT Professionals Day, we’re giving a huge shoutout to our incredible IT staff, Library team, and exploration teachers who keep our tech world turning. Since the first day of school, they have resolved over 4,113 helpdesk tickets, supporting students, staff, and families with everything from device setup to complex troubleshooting.

Whether it’s a broken device, a tricky glitch, or a system rollout, they keep our district running—ensuring classrooms stay connected and learning never skips a beat.

Thank you for your expertise, reliability, and the essential support you provide every day. 👏

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3 months ago, CV Schools
Group photo of fifteen people with a banner reading 'Thank You, Tech Team! IT Professionals Day 2025.