"Gratitude can transform common days into Thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy,

and change ordinary opportunities into

BLESSINGS!"

-William Arthur Ward

Sea King Families,

As we officially kick off the holiday season with the upcoming Thanksgiving

break, I would like to take a moment to share my reflections of gratitude. 

It is with gratitude and sincerity that I would like to thank all of our students,

families, and PVIS staff.  In my first three months as principal of PVIS,

I have been extremely impressed with our student body, and their efforts

to be good human beings and students. They prioritize hard work,

kindness, and respect every day, and that is no accident. Our parents

have been supportive, engaged, and great teammates. The staff has

been welcoming, creative, and committed to their students.  I am

grateful to work with people that strive to put students first in all

they do! Our success as a school would not be possible without

each member. Please continue what you are doing, and reach

for better every day!

On Friday, November 15, STEM class held a robotics parade in the MPR All the students

did a great job; I was very impressed with the creativity,

collaboration, and intelligence that went into the project

design and execution.

BIG CONGRATS to our PVIS Cross-Country Team as they

competed in the California Middle School State Championship

on Wednesday, November 20. Our XC team finished winning

a record three State team titles as well as two individual titles

We are all incredibly grateful to Coach Scott, Linda Reid, coaching

staff, and XC parents for their commitment and dedication to our

exemplary program. 

The 8th grade boys won their third State title becoming the first class

in California history to go undefeated at both the Mt. SAC Invitational,

the world's largest cross country meet, and the State meet. Alex Naehu led the entire race,

only to lose to Vail Ranch's Gabriel Rodriguez in the final step of the race.

Both runners broke the old course record.

Natalie Wang won the 8th Grade race, leading from start to finish,

finishing 22 seconds ahead of the runner-up

Addison Lundstrom won the 7th Grade

individual title leading the

Sea Kings to the team title in a dominating

performance by PVIS. Trinity McKenny was

third, Kate Sherry 9th, Michelle Nikmehr 11,

Isabella Murillo 25th and Eto Uchiyama 27th.

The PVIS 6th grade girls, led by Maddie

Farnsworth's second place finish, also

won a team title.

 Robert Michael was second in the 7th Grade boys race with Cole Foster

placing 7th. The 6th grade boys were second in the team standings,

finishing just three points behind the winner,  while the 7th Grade boys

were third. Coach Reid said the team has worked very hard this season,

but most importantly have been excellent teammates to one another.

He said this was one of the most impressive teams in the 12-year history

of the program!

On Thursday, November 21, PVIS inducted 24 students into the National

Junior Honor Society (NJHS). 

National Junior Honor Society is a

very important component to our school and students. The NJHS uses five pillars of Everyday Scholarship, Service, Leadership,

Character, and Citizenship  as their guiding principles. Personally,

I value any program that exists to

connect students to something positive, surround themselves

with like-minded people, and give back to their community. 

Finally, our community partnership with Palos Verdes School Gardens

continues to bring engaging lessons that only enhance our curriculum! 

Farmer Garth and staff do an excellent job of blending our science

standards and curriculum with agricultural education-   

Farm on, Garth!!

 Happy Thanksgiving Sea Kings! Enjoy the week off with your

family and friends!

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The field trip to Museum of Tolerance 1/14 is quickly approaching.

Please Click Here for parent permission form. The deadline for permission

slips is 12/6.

*Ten dollar, per student, suggested donation, checks can be made

payable to PVIS*
* Any students that do not attend are expected to attend school.

7th Grade Parents: 

The Pali Outdoor Science Trip will be April 8,9, & 10
Parent Informational Night December 12th @ 6:30 PM in the PVIS MPR

*Please note the science trip will fill up quickly- space is limited. 

First come, first serve*
*A Permission Click/Parent Permission form will be sent December

13th at 12 PM to all 7th grade students from science teachers.*