
Congratulations to the Student's of the Month at Piedmont Valley Elementary! In May, these students are being recognized for having integrity, and we are so proud of them!
2nd Grade: Anna Wagner, Lianna Yellowhawk, Henry Bordewyk, Aryeana Millhouse, Parker Brewer, Delaney Borries, Jet Dench, Mara Jade Plunkett, Knox Eckelman, Myles Bailey, Marissa Morgan, & Hunter Fugle
3rd Grade: Amelia Kitchens, Kruz Middleton, Kellan Bryant, Hudson Davis, Dax Williamson, Delaney James, Luke Hoiten, Aiden Dolney, Kyser Fines, & Stella Gaaskjolen
4th Grade: Riley Boggs, Isaac Hoiten, Wyatt Farley, Kinley Baldwin, Tripp Burress, Graydon Baker, Cambridge Sheperd, Lyla Beach, & Drew Hoover


"Get the Scoop" Community Newsletter_May 2024


Piedmont Valley Elementary has proudly partnered with Impacks this year to make back-to-school shopping easier! If you want to skip back-to-school shopping this summer, order a school supply kit for a limited time with all the supplies your student will need, tailored to their upcoming grade. These affordable kits will be delivered right to the school. Be sure to purchase before the deadline of July 15.
Order today: https://shop.myimpacks.com/school/piedmont-valley-elementary/



A HUGE thank you to our lunch and kitchen staff on National Lunch Hero Day! We have an amazing team that works with our kiddos everyday to ensure they have healthy food to eat at school and have a fun environment to enjoy their meal in!




Tom Wheaton, Director of Alumni Affairs at Black Hills State University, visited today to recognize Alumni Julie Carpenter as Teacher of the Year for Piedmont Valley Elementary. Black Hills State University and Piedmont Valley Elementary are proud of you, Julie!


Join the Piedmont Valley PTA for Breakfast with a Grownup on April 26 at 7am!


Congratulations to the Student's of the Month for April at Piedmont Valley Elementary! The following students were recognized for the character trait of honesty:
2nd Grade: Addi Hagen, Caden Crisman, Easton Battochio, Banksten Kraft, Komptin Kaski, Eva Dupris, Emelia Elrod, Kensi Schroeder, Fisher Lundin, Ryker Rowlan, Emily Rogers, Jackson Palmberg, & Dusty LeFebre
3rd Grade: Tegan White, Cole Fosheim, Daniel Knuth, Oliver Hartung, Lane Aga, KayLee Barry, Roman Kling, Will Bestgen, William Rikala, & Ryley Gorman
4th Grade: Judson Milstead, Brantley Scott, Axel Williams, Gavyn Miller, Bella Shull, Oakley Tines, Jude Bergstrom, Cooper Mez, Izabella Fontenot, Jackson Hatzenbuhler, & Luke Tryon


Reminder: There will be no school on Friday, April 19, 2024, due to Teacher In-Service.


The Meade School Board members approved to amend the 2023-24 academic calendar at the April 8 board meeting, resulting in the last day for students being scheduled for TUESDAY, MAY 21, with a 2-hour early dismissal!!

The Meade School District School Board cordially invites the public to the Staff Retirement & Recognition Reception to honor the Meade School District 2023-24 employees who are retiring, those who have worked 15, 20, 30, 35, 40 years and those who have been selected as teacher and professional-technical support staff of the year.
This year the banquet will be held the morning of Wednesday, May 22 at 8:00 am in the West Gym at Sturgis Brown High School. A breakfast bar will be served by our very own Lori Jeffery-Kirk!
This free event is open to the public. Family members or general public must make reservations by calling the superintendent’s office at 605-347-2523, ext. 1, or email tanya.ludwick@k12.sd.us.



Seven (7) candidates are running for school board. As the school board election approaches, we invite you to join us in delving into the unique ideas and core values motivating each candidate to forge a promising future for our students and educational institutions.
Visit the 2024 Election Candidates website page for more information on your candidates! https://www.meade.k12.sd.us/page/2024-election-candidates


Rally Day will be held at PVE on Friday, May 10. Please refer to the flyer for specific grade levels and times.


Do you like to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings within the Meade School District? If so, then Like or Follow our individual building social media pages! We have created several new Facebook/Instagram & Twitter pages for our buildings! Don't forget to download our app...
https://www.facebook.com/sturgiswilliamsmiddleschool461/
https://www.facebook.com/ruralschools461/
https://www.facebook.com/piedmontvalleyelementaryschool461/
https://www.facebook.com/sturgiselementary461/
https://www.facebook.com/whitewoodelementary461/
https://www.facebook.com/StagebarnMS461/


Reminder: Bus Route Change Requests, Suggestions and Complaint Requests are due today, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 to the Superintendents Office.


Kindergarten Screening for the 2024-25 school year will be held at PVE on April 17 from 11-6, and April 18 from 730-230. You must have an appointment for your child to be screened, so please call today!


The Meade School District 46-1 will have a 2 hour late start tomorrow Monday, March 25. Busses will be running two hours later. This includes Sturgis Brown High School, Sturgis Williams Middle School, Sturgis Elementary, Piedmont Valley Elementary, Stagebarn Middle School, Whitewood Elementary School, Atall, Elm Springs, Hereford, Opal and Central Meade Co School


Congratulations to the Piedmont Valley Elementary Kindergarten, 3rd, & 4th Grade students on their performance Thursday night. A huge crown of supporters showed up to watch the music program under the direction of Mrs. Anna Peachey.




Congratulations to Piedmont Valley Elementary's Students of the Month. The character trait they were recognized for in March is cooperation.
2nd Grade: Tobias Schmitt, Traye Cotton, Morgan Chayka, Hannah Reiprich, Asher Eckelman, Evan Shaw, Jaxon Banker, Fianna Fleming, Zoe Pfister, Donovan Murphy, Easton Rodriguez, Kole Soltesz, & Odessa Jumping Eagle
3rd Grade: Jasper Hulsey, Payson Piebenga, Kinley Anderson, Tracen Brownell, Michael Wolber, Nolan Brennan, Bradley Berkey, Jadyn Russel, & Weston Smith
4th Grade: Jaxsyn Hooker, Frank Halter, Arabella Farley, Charley Lere, Emmary Lundin, Kinley Marler, Laken Griemsman, Annaleigh Brown, Isabelle Sprecher, Zayne Bosma, Elijah Miller, Kynleigh Miller, & Jackson Merwin


Piedmont Valley Elementary has a new Facebook page! Use the QR code to follow us and learn about upcoming events and activities.


Enjoy your Easter break!
