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2023-2024 Summer Information Hub
A one-stop resource for everything you need to know before the school year begins.
Grades refer to September (new) grade level.
- School Forms
- Summer Work
- Dress Code
- Supplies
- Technology
- Transportation
- After-School Programs
- More Info
School Forms
Medical Forms
In August, the 2023-2024 health forms will be posted to your Magnus Health portal. This service is a simple and secure platform for managing students' healthcare records. Parents will use this platform to submit annual medical, athletics clearance, and medication authorization forms.
Other Required Forms (refer to "My Child" within the Parent Portal in August)
- Emergency Contact
- Trip Permission
- Parent Code of Conduct
Frequently Asked Questions
- When do we receive teacher assignments?
- Will my child be able to meet his/her teacher before school starts?
- What if my child has difficulty with the summer work?
- Is campus open over the summer?
- How can I update our family’s contact information?
- I am not receiving emails from the School. Who can I contact?
- Who can I speak with regarding my child's food allergy?
- Will Beginnings/Mommy & Me be offered next year?
- Is there a Student/Parent Directory I can access?
- When does my child select an instrument? Where do I rent or buy it?
- What fall sports are offered? When does my child make a selection?
- How can I get involved with the Parents Association?
- Does Green Vale have a mobile app?
When do we receive teacher assignments?
Teacher assignments are published on the GVS Parent Portal one week before School begins. An email will be sent out to all parents when this information has been posted online.
Please note that as per the Parent Handbook, The Administration and Faculty give careful thought and consideration to the sectioning of individual students. The School does not solicit parent requests for sectioning students, therefore special requests for teachers or placement should not be made.
Will my child be able to meet his/her teacher before school starts?
Many teachers will reach out to their class prior to the start of the school year, but the first meeting for current students will likely be on the first day of school.
For new students (and their families) there will be an orientation on Tuesday, September 5 for students in Grades 1-8 and on Friday, September 8 for Early Childhood (Pre-Nursery-Kindergarten). This meeting allows our students and families to better acquaint themselves with their classroom, teachers and schedules.
What if my child has difficulty with the summer work?
Is campus open over the summer?
How can I update our family’s contact information?
Parents may update their contact information at any time via the online GVS Parent Portal.
Once logged in your name will appear in the upper right hand corner. Click on the corner arrow and select “Profile” from the list of options. From there you will see various edit boxes where you may update your information.
Please note that you also have the option to also update your child’s information by clicking on their name under "Relationships".
I am not receiving emails from the School. Who can I contact?
If you are not receiving email communications from the School, please contact Green Vale's Director of Technology, Marko Pacic.
For any other questions regarding Communications, please contact Chloe Johnson.
For any other questions regarding Communications, please contact Chloe Johnson.
Who can I speak with regarding my child's food allergy?
The School Nurse keeps a record of all student allergies, including food, and communicates these restrictions to Dining Services.
Should you have any specific concerns please reach out to Nurse Sharon.
Will Beginnings/Mommy & Me be offered next year?
Beginnings will resume in mid-September. If you are interested on learning more, please reach out to the Admissions & Enrollment Department.
Is there a Student/Parent Directory I can access?
When does my child select an instrument? Where do I rent or buy it?
Students at Green Vale choose an instrument in one of the School's ensembles starting in 4th Grade. While students receive weekly music lessons, participants in Green Vale's instrumental music program are encouraged to deepen their facility with their musical instruments by taking private lessons. These lessons can be arranged privately or through the Director of the Music Department to be held at Green Vale.
New 5th-8th Grade students will be placed in instrumental groups based on size of existing groups and their preference.
New 5th-8th Grade students will be placed in instrumental groups based on size of existing groups and their preference.
Instruments will be rented through the Green Vale School on behalf of the students.
What fall sports are offered? When does my child make a selection?
Green Vale interscholastic team sports program begins in Grade 5. Student make their selections during the first week and the 5th & 6th Grades and 7th & 8th Grades are combined to form teams. Most teams have scheduled games with various local schools. When the number of players necessitates, we may form two equal teams to allow for greater playing time. Our philosophy at this age is to give the most positive experience and as equal play time as possible.
Fall Seasonal Offerings
- Girls - Soccer or Field Hockey
- Please note that all 5th Grade girls split the season between field hockey and soccer. Soccer will feature scheduled games; but field hockey does not at this level.
- Boys - Soccer or Flag Football
How can I get involved with the Parents Association?
Every parent is a member of Green Vale's Parents Association, and we welcome new volunteers throughout the School Year. To learn more the PA, attend a meeting or sign up for a volunteer position, please click here
Does Green Vale have a mobile app?
Yes, the GVS mobile app enables easier access to website, portal, and calendar content, as well as mobile notifications relevant to your family.
To download the app, visit the Apple Store or Google Play and search for "The Green Vale School". The 2022-2023 parent password and set-up tips will be emailed in August.
To download the app, visit the Apple Store or Google Play and search for "The Green Vale School". The 2022-2023 parent password and set-up tips will be emailed in August.
2023-2024
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Important Contacts:
Kelly Flink, Early Childhood
Heather Wagner, Lower School
Cathy Iannotta, Upper School
Lynn Dixon, Admissions/Enrollment
Richard Hirt, Finance
Marko Pacic, Technology
Summer Work
Pre-Nursery
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Dress Code
Dress Code
The collective appearance of the student body is an important reflection values and attitudes of a school. The GVS dress code is designed to balance a degree of individual choice with consistency in student dress. Students and parents are asked to adhere to the approved colors and styles listed in the 2023-2024 Dress Code.
Athletic/PE Uniforms
For physical education classes in 3rd Grade, students may remain in their school clothes. We recommend keeping a pair of extra sneakers and socks at school, as well as a Green Vale sweatshirt for colder days.
For PE classes and sports practices in 4th-8th Grade, a GVS athletic uniform (grey or white GVS shirt with navy GVS shorts) is required and may be left at school— exceptions will no longer be allowed as was the case during past COVID years. Purchase these items and other optional GVS apparel via SquadLocker.
Supplies
Supplies
Books and many school materials are provided by the School. The following required items should be brought on the first day of school:
Books and many school materials are provided by the School. The following required items should be brought on the first day of school:
Pre-Nursery - 5th Grade
Classroom supplies are provided by Green Vale.
Upper School
Refer to the supply lists for each grade below. Use of "Yubbler" is optional, but does offer one-click purchasing and donates a percentage back to GVS.
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
Book Bags
All Early Childhood students (PN, N, PK, K) use GVS-issued tote bags each day. (These are distributed in September.)
1st-8th Grade students supply their own book bag/backpack, preferably without wheels.
Water Bottles
Students supply their own reusable water bottle for use throughout the school day.
Technology
Transportation
Bus Transportation
To obtain free bus transportation for Kindergarten-8th Grade students, families must file a request directly with their local school district by April 1 of the preceding school year (or within 30 days of moving to a new district.) By law, all non-city districts must provide free transportation within 15 miles for K-8th students. There is no bus service for students below Kindergarten.
Transportation Request Forms
Arrival & Dismissal by Car
To help manage traffic on campus, families are asked to drop-off and pick-up their children from a designated space on campus. The attached document provides you with a summary of each of the locations and times, based on your child/children's grade(s). Please note that the location may vary on Friday, and that older siblings should ALWAYS go to the location of the youngest sibling.
Arrival & Dismissal for 2023-2024
Vehicle ID
In August, each family will receive two 2023-2024 vehicle ID cling decals for the inside windshield to help our security personnel identify parent and faculty cars. Request an additional sticker.
After-School Programs
Extended Day
Green Vale’s Extended Day provides supervision in an enriching environment for children to remain on campus after school hours, for a fee. Extended Day is offered Monday-Thursday until 5:00 PM, and Friday until 4:30 PM.
After-School Programs
Starting in October, students may opt to participate in a variety of high-quality instructional and recreational activities on campus after school, each offering typically taking place once a week and lasting until Thanksgiving. A new season of programs will begin in January and another after spring break. Program information and pricing will be available in September.
More Info
Keep an eye out for...
- Wall Calendar & Family Directory: A colorful printed wall calendar with vacations and major events will be mailed in mid-August. The complete detailed calendar is accessible via the GVS website and mobile app and is updated throughout the year. A printed Family Directory will be distributed in early fall to ensure accuracy.
- Homeroom Teacher Assignments: Teacher assignments are available shortly before the start of school via the Parent Portal. Once available, instructions for access will be emailed.
- GVS Mobile App 2023-2024 Password: The GVS app is available via App Store and Google Play. The password for all parent users is the same; content and notification groups are self-selected. Look for an email in August with the password and user tips.
Summer Email Communications (Archive)