Important News

Subject : Reminder: the PVM Spring Social is this Saturday! All PVMS Students are invited to attend the PVM Spring Social 2024, sponsored by the PTA, this Saturday, April 27th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm! The Spring Social has something for every student to enjoy time with their friends and make great memories: a dance in the Gym, board games…

As we gear up to finish the school year strong, it's important to address student interactions that can affect both individual students and/or our school community. Peer conflict is something that most students will experience at some point in their school career. . However, it is essential to understand the difference between conflict and bullying, should bullying occur. By understanding…

Dear Patuxent Valley Families and Community, We had yet another busy and full week at Patuxent Valley this week. Not only did many grade 6 students take part in a field trip to the Kennedy Center on Thursday but we also completed our academic responsibilities for quarter 3 and began our last part of the academic journey in quarter 4…

Dear Patuxent Valley Families and Community, Welcome back from Spring Break! This week we received confirmation that the last day of school is June 14, 2024 and we are committed to making every day count as we finish up the school year. Next Tuesday is the last day of the quarter and I know that there will be many conversations…

Dear Families, We are in our state testing season which began in March. Our students have been working hard all year and this is their opportunity to show what they know in regards to the standards they have been taught. Please see the testing dates below for grades 6-8. ELA 4 sessions 70 minutes each Math 4 sessions 40 minutes…

On Monday, April 8, 2024, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in Howard County, Maryland. This partial eclipse will begin at 2:05 pm, with maximum coverage at 3:21 pm, and end around 4:35 pm. School dismissals will occur during the solar eclipse, with Tier 2 elementary and middle schools dismissing during the height of the eclipse. Some students will…

Dear Patuxent Valley Families and Community, It’s time for Spring Break! Whether you are traveling, staying home with family, conducting religious observances for Ramadan or Easter, or continuing working through the break, I hope that each member of our community gets what they need from this break from the school rhythm. My family will be taking some time to disconnect…

All PVMS Students are invited to attend the Spring Social on Saturday April 27th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm! Students have been requesting a school dance and the PTA is delivering! There will be a dance in the Gym, board games & cards in the Media Center, and concessions in the Cafeteria - and lots of fun! Tickets are free…

All Things Yearbook It is that time for pre-ordering the yearbook and sharing favorite memories. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mrs. Salik at kandyce_salik@hcpss.org . See attachment for all links and specific information. Pre-ordering the yearbook . Though students will have the opportunity to purchase the yearbook once the shipment is received, it will…

It is that time for pre-orders, sharing favorite memories, and submitting dedications for our 8th graders! If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mrs. Salik at kandyce_salik@hcpss.org. See attachment for all links and specific information. Pre-ordering the yearbook. Though students will have the opportunity to purchase the yearbook once the shipment is received, it will be…