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Principal's Update 10-2-26

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PVIS Families,

We are officially in the full swing of the school year! I hope your students have found their rhythm and are settling into routines that work well for them.

So much of what we strive to do at PVIS is prepare our students for high school and beyond. Organization and time management are important skills that play a huge role in their success, both now and in the future. Our partnership with families is an important part of helping students strengthen these habits at home and at school.

Please remember that our teachers, administrators, and school counselors are here to support your students along the way. We are always happy to help.

Thank you, and be well!

Micah J. Farrell  
Principal

 

P.S.  Our Skechers Walk Team is OPEN!! Let's Hit Our Goal!! Don't Forget to Register "walkers" individually if you are donating for multiple family members- Each Walker Counts towards our Goal

 

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Join the PVIS Skechers/PEF Team Today!

Help support PEF and PVIS by joining our Skechers Walk team. Every PVIS student who registers, whether participating virtually or in person, can earn a FREE Mile Pass for October 26. Register, show your confirmation to your PE teacher, and help us reach our goal of 300 walkers!

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Picture Re-Take Day 10-9-26

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6th Fulcrum Field Days

A huge thank you to our PTSA for supporting this exciting opportunity for our 7th graders! Fulcrum will take place from 1:00–3:00 PM on October 20 for students with last names A–L and October 21 for students with last names M–Z. Students will participate in fun, hands-on experiences designed to build leadership, confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

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🚲 E-Bike & Bicycle Safety Reminder

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PTSA Reflections

PVIS students are invited to participate in the 2026 PTA Reflections Arts Program with this year’s theme, “What My Culture Means to Me.” Students may submit original work in Dance, Film, Literature, Music, Photography, or Visual Arts by October 19, 2026. All participants will be invited to a pizza party on Monday, October 26 at lunch and may bring a friend.

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2027 Niche Rankings: PVIS Ranked #10 in California!

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Reminder: No Food Deliveries to PVIS

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NO STOPPING

🚨 PVIS SAFETY REMINDER 🚨

Please do not drop off or pick up your Sea King on Villa Estudillo. There is absolutely no stopping in this area, and because there are no sidewalks, it creates a serious safety risk for students.

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Section 504 Contact: Sue Harry, 310-378-9966 x 444

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