Union Valley Elementary

Buhler is proud to introduce the following framework that was collaboratively developed with our stakeholders. The DNA of a Buhler Graduate is our way of emphasizing timeless character traits and skills with our students that will help them to navigate any obstacle in the future whether it be school, work, life, or relationships. Below you will see a launch video with interviews from our teachers and administrators, as well as a link to the full DNA of a Buhler Graduate document. This document communicates all 10 of our DNA skills and traits and includes just a few ways these are addressed at each age as students grow through our schools. View the launch video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ol7z0dnsnF0 View the full DNA of a Buhler Graduate document here: https://5il.co/11kpd

This Wednesday, November 3rd, we will be hosting a Flu and COVID clinic in partnership with the Reno County Health Department. This clinic will be at Buhler High School from 1:00-5:00 and is open to all staff, students, and families. No appointment is necessary. See attached graphic for more information. Below are some FAQs you may have: 1. Is it safe to get the flu shot and the COVID shot/booster at the same time? Yes. 2. What COVID booster is being offered? Reno County Health Department will have all three available and you can choose which one you want. 3. Does it matter which COVID Booster you choose? No. You are able to mix and match brands if you prefer or stay with the same one you originally received. 4. What ages can get the shot? Flu Shots are available to all ages. COVID shots are available to ages 12 and up. 5. When will ages 5-11 have a clinic for the COVID shot? We are working on scheduling one with the Reno County Health Department. There will be more information coming later. 6. What do I need to bring? If you are getting the COVID booster, bring your vaccination card (shows dates of previous COVID shot). If you have insurance, bring a copy of your insurance card. 7. I can't make it Wednesday, what are my other options? You can go to any pharmacy and ask for a flu shot or COVID booster. Buhler Schools will be scheduling more clinics later but no specific dates have been set yet. 8. If I have had COVID recently, do I need to wait 90 days to get the Booster? There is no waiting period if they have had Covid, however, sometimes they may react to the vaccination with not feeling well stronger than someone who has not had Covid. 9. I had the monoclonal antibodies (this is an IV for patients diagnosed with COVID), do I need to wait 90 days to get the Booster? Yes. You will need to wait 90 days if treated with monoclonal antibodies from having Covid. Cindy Couchman, Superintendent of Schools

The Decaying Pumpkin is nameless in the UV Library! Of these kid generated names, which do you like best? #UVlearn

Thanks, UV families, for coming to our Halloween parade! Not only was the parking lot full but I think we had rows of cars all the way to the highway! Wow! Great pic here from Amber Hornbeck! Again, thanks for joining us! Let’s do it again next year!

Our district is in need of substitutes in a few areas. We need substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, food service workers, and cares club aides Apply here to be a substitute teacher: https://www.applitrack.com/buhlerschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Substitute+Teacher Apply here to be a substitute in another area: https://www.applitrack.com/buhlerschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Substitute+-+Classified

Taking MTSS to the great outdoors today! Good call Mrs Powers and 4th and 5th!

Making it happen in Makerspace! Awesome stuff from these fourth graders abs Mrs Newcome!

MTSS in full swing! Mrs Johnson shared that this might be her most engaged and productive group ever! Their focus skill is summarizing self-selected reading! Boom! #UVlearn

Come find us at the Eagle Communications Soar Hire Job Fair today at the Hutchinson Mall!

One of the most wonderful things about our Buhler school community is the support and partnership we have with our families. As educators, we need your help to speak with your students regarding the latest TikTok trend. Last month, our schools had some damage done to bathrooms from the September challenge. Our priority is to keep students and staff safe in all situations and have pride in our school and community. Several of the challenges are criminal and could be prosecuted. Please talk to your student about these and the consequences of participating. We are thankful for our awesome students and families. I have confidence that through proactive communication and support, our staff and students can continue to excel in a safe learning environment. Information on challenges: https://www.distractify.com/p/tiktok-school-challenges-list-2021 Cindy Couchman, Superintendent Buhler Schools

Thanks Hutch News, for checking in! UV PTO, staff, students, families and business partners went BIG with Laps for Learning this year! #40KofFun https://t.co/6FsWysZeQ0

Check out these declarations to positively change the world!!! #UVlearn

Check out these declarations to positively change the world!!! #UVlearn

Check out these declarations to positively change the world!!! #UVlearn

First student to sport the Core Essential Value Chain is this young man in first grade!!! He is a role model for our value this month: Initiative Thanks, Mrs Harmony, for recommending him!

Shoutout to our powerhouse PTO right here for a record smashing Laps for Learning! I was too busy playing music, walking and “occasionally” running to get many pictures but thankful for this one as these four superstar parent leaders need highlighted! Thanks, too, to the many parents who joined us (my estimate = 300) as well as the kids, families, teachers, staff and business partners that made this happen!!! Thanks, too, to Mrs Thompson and Mr Rank for letting us take over the track! So proud of our school, district and community!!! ~Dr Erickson

Two of our teachers; Rachel Harder, 4th grade at Union Valley and Greg Froese, ELA at BHS, are spending the day learning with fellow state teacher of the year nominees today. These two teachers have represented our district so well and we are thankful for such great teacher leaders! #Bexceptional

We are partnering with the Reno County Health Department to offer flu shot clinics in our buildings. See the image for details and download the form that is needed here: https://bit.ly/3ubmD8w #BetterTogether

UV Family had Friends, We had A LOT of moolah come through the door on Friday, our deadline for Laps for Learning pledges! We can’t wait to total it all and share with you! Stay tuned!!!

Our Laps for Learning Business Partner of the Day is....Dixon Lawn Care! Dixon Lawn Care is a generous sponsor of the UV PTO and our Laps for Learning event scheduled for Thursday, September 23rd! Dixon Lawn Care is taking care of us with Laps and they can take care of YOU and all your lawn care needs! Connect with them via Facebook at @dixonlawncarellc! Again, thank you Dixon Lawn Care for supporting us at UV!!!