Bearcat - Weekly Bulletin #28 - March 4th to March 8th, 2024

  

POTTER VALLEY 

JUNIOR & SENIOR

HIGH SCHOOL

March 4th to March 8th, 2024

Reminders for the week:

	Mon 02/26/24	Tues 02/27/24	Weds 02/28/24	Thurs 02/29/24	Fri 03/01/24
High School	95%	92%	90%	92%	90%
Junior High	90%	98%	90%	98%	100%
Elementary	92%	95%	96%	94%	92%

              

-Attendance this week - Take a look parents and families....we are doing better!!!

6 days at 95% or above...

Thank you for making school the most important thing your child does all week.

Events this week:

Baseball / Softball - We are working on our first baseball and softball
games...again we are facing a very likely rain delay because of the recent weather....stay tuned to announcements from the school to see if we will have a game or scrimmage this week....

FINALS WEEK - 

How To Study for Finals 

1. Prioritize the tests that matter the most.

As most students know, all finals are not equal.  Some classes may need the extra boost of a good final test score while others are comfortable at their current grade. Students will also be more proficient or have an affinity for a subject over others. You as an individual need to determine where you need to allocate and commit your study time.

2. Understand the test formats.

And use them to your strengths! Most teachers will gladly communicate what format the test will be in. From essay to multiple-choice to a presentation, your studying could be tailored to meet the expectations of each final format. Once you begin studying, bring any questions you have to your teachers. You’ll want to ensure your studying methods and subject focus will answer the asks of the test.

3. Plan ahead !

Number one rule of passing tests…Be kind to yourself, and do not cram the night before. Studying a little bit over a long period in digestible chunks is often the right way to study, especially when the test is cumulative. However, many students regret to look and plan ahead for final exams. The test may seem like a lifetime away, even though it’s usually only a semester.

4. Make a study schedule you’ll stick to.

Don’t get lost in the mess of notes, messages, and endless scrolling. Define what you need to study before you get started. Without having set goals, you can easily lose track of time, jumping between your phone, computer, notes, and books. This method will only result in lost knowledge, disorganization, and a sense of confusion.

The best way to create an action plan is to get specific. Break your study schedule down by day, by subject, and give yourself time limits and goals to hit. Experts recommend breaking studying down into short, concentrated bursts with checklists. Make these tasks easily achievable and appreciate the satisfaction from checking them off the list. You’ll feel accomplished and satisfied at the end of each study session instead of being overwhelmed by everything you haven’t reviewed yet.

5. Practice, practice, practice tests.

Practice tests are your friend! Not only do practice tests help you work through a class’s worth of material, but they also make you more familiar with the exam structure, reducing any possible test anxiety. Most teachers will provide you with all the material necessary to ensure you pass the final exam. Practice questions, essay topics, study guides, and online resources are provided to get all your ducks in a row. Remember, you can always ask if you believe you could use more resources to provide a clear pathway to test success.

6. Avoid multitasking – turn off your phone.

In the process of writing this article, we’ve had to avoid checking the pings happening from social and email notifications, text messages from friends and scrolling through TikTok. And it sure is tempting. However, the research is in, and multitasking is not something our brains can do well. You’re likely cheating yourself out of a great grade by splitting your attention.

7. Read out loud.

A big part of studying is just reading: finally reading that chapter you skipped, re-reading the material you felt shakiest on, reading over the notes you took months ago. To prevent your brain from becoming fuzzy and your eyes glazed over, start reading out loud.  It’s one of the oldest study hacks and one of the most effective, as it forces you to focus on every word. You’ll wake yourself up with your voice, and your brain will need to comprehend every word. And if that starts to get too easy, read upside down. Yes, turn your notes or book upside down and try to read it that way. It’ll slow you down, but you’ll truly concentrate on what you’re reading.

8. Attend all class reviews.

If your teacher is offering any reviews or study sessions, take advantage of them! Naturally, your teacher will focus on the material on the final, which will help you focus on the most important things. Plus, you can ask any teacher about anything you’re finding challenging.

9. Motivate yourself with rewards.

How do you stay motivated when you’re not in the mood to study? Treat yourself! It’s unrealistic and unhealthy to think you’ll be able to review non-stop, so allow yourself valuable breaks as rewards. Chunking your review will make the material more digestible, you’ll be more driven to get things done since there’s a reprieve insight, and your brain will benefit from the refresh. 

Finals Schedule is here:

T2 Final Schedule

Monday, March 4th - 

- 10:45am - 504 meeting

- 3:15 pm PVHS Staff Meeting - whole staff - PVHS Library

- 4:00 pm - JH Softball - Potter Valley vs. Fort Bragg Middle - Home Game

possible rain delay / see website calendar for most recent updates 

http://www.pottervalleyschools.us/

- 7:00 pm - Potter Valley 4-H Club Meeting - multipurpose room

- Bus Duty - AM - Bray

- Bus Duty - AM - Madden

Tuesday, March 5th -

- FFA - NC Region LDE Contests & Officer Screening

- 3:30 pm - Baseball - Potter Valley at Upper Lake (scrimmage)

possible rain delay / see website calendar for most recent updates 

http://www.pottervalleyschools.us/

- 3:30pm - Softball - Potter Valley at Upper Lake (scrimmage)

possible rain delay / see website calendar for most recent updates 

http://www.pottervalleyschools.us/

 

- Bus Duty - AM - Mason

- Bus Duty - PM - Jensen

Wednesday, March 6th -

 

Lots of Good Food, Sleep & Focus 😁

Minimum Day - Finals Week

- 8:00 am - Period 1 - Final

- 10:10 am - Period 3 - check in period

- 10:35 am - Period 5 - Final 

- 3:00 pm - IEP Meeting

- 4:00 pm - JH Soccer - Potter Valley vs. Eagle Peak - Home Game

- 6:30 pm - PVCUSD School Board Meeting - PVHS Library

- Bus Duty - AM - Malmanis

- Bus Duty - PM - Hallman

Thursday, March 7th -

Minimum Day - Finals Week

Lots of Good Food, Sleep & Focus 😁

- Superintendents Spring Conference

- 8:00 am - Period 3 - Final

- 10:10 am - Period 2 - check in period

- 10:35 am - Period 4 - check in period

-11:50 pm - All School Rally 

- 2:00 pm - IEP Meeting

- 3:30 pm - Baseball - Potter Valley at Willits High School (non-league)

possible rain delay / see website calendar for most recent updates 

http://www.pottervalleyschools.us/

- 4:00pm - JH Soccer - Potter Valley at Mountain Vista Middle (Kelseyville)

- Bus Duty - AM - Clark

- Bus Duty - PM - Scatena/Anabel

Friday, March 8th -

End of 2nd Trimester

Minimum Day - Finals Week

Lots of Good Food, Sleep & Focus 😁

- Superintendents Spring Conference

- 8:00 am - Period 2 - Final

- 10:10 am - Period 4 - Final

-12:10 pm - ASB Class Meetings 

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Upcoming Events:

• 03-11-24 - Athletic Directors' Meeting (Cloverdale)

 

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What is the Principal thinking about today?

"Success depends upon previous preparation,

and without such preparation there is sure to be failure. "

- Confucius

"Formula for success: rise early, work hard, strike oil."

- J. Paul Getty

Bearcat Teacher Resources - CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW

• PVCUSD Website & District Calendar

• Athletics Calendar

• Common Core State Standards

• 2022-2023 Ag Dept Calendar

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Mission Statement

The Potter Valley Community Unified School District provides a safe, sound, comprehensive educational environment with the participation of a supportive community.  

The District empowers all students with a common core of knowledge and skills which allows them to recognize their potential to become successful and active participants in our democratic society.

School-wide Learning Goals

As a graduate from Potter Valley Junior/Senior High School, you will be able to: 

1. Demonstrate your command of essential academic knowledge and skills
2. Assume responsibility for self, education, and future.
3. Develop interpersonal skills
4. Demonstrate civic and social responsibility

Go Bearcats!