January is School Board Recognition Month! The Twin Valley School District (TVSD) School Board is a vital part of our community. These dedicated and passionate individuals contribute many volunteer hours to fulfilling school-related responsibilities and duties. Thank you to the TVSD School Board for all that you do to help our students succeed!
#RaiderRecognition: Twin Valley Elementary Center (TVEC) is proud to recognize their November and December 2024 ‘Students of the Month’—Savannah Garrison, Julia Bostdorf, Hayden Bennett, Jarrad Rarick, and Peter Stoudt!
These five students were selected from over 120 nominees who demonstrated TVEC Pride and exemplified kindness between November 11 and December 18. Congratulations to these outstanding individuals!
Stay up-to-date with happenings throughout the District!
The January 2025 Raider Report is now available. Providing concise and convenient at-a-glance information to help TVSD families stay informed and updated on what's happening around the district, save or print this document to easily reference it in the future: https://www.tvsd.org/article/1957401
January 9 is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Twin Valley School District extends gratitude to all law enforcement officers across Twin Valley and the Commonwealth for their dedication and tireless efforts to keep our students, families, staff, and communities safe.
Throughout the district, our schools are finding meaningful ways to show appreciation to our local officials. Robeson Elementary Center celebrated National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day by creating drawings, writing letters, and making signs for the Robeson Township Police Department. Officers visited the school to receive these heartfelt expressions of thanks, followed by light refreshments hosted by the REC PTO.
On Saturday, February 1st, the Twin Valley Middle School Jazz Band, String Ensemble, and Select Choir will perform on ice before and during the Reading Royals Hockey game at the Santander Arena!
The game begins at 7:00 PM, but be sure to arrive a few minutes early to hear our group perform the Star Spangled Banner. In addition, it’s the Royals' Mardi Gras-themed night, featuring free Mardi Gras beads and specialty treats available for purchase.
Student tickets are free, and proceeds from paid tickets will benefit TVMS. We can’t wait to see you there – go Royals!
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/TVSD1.
On Saturday, February 1st, the Twin Valley Middle School Jazz Band, String Ensemble, and Select Choir will perform on ice before and during the Reading Royals Hockey game at the Santander Arena!
The game begins at 7:00 PM, but be sure to arrive a few minutes early to hear our group perform the Star Spangled Banner. In addition, it’s the Royals' Mardi Gras-themed night, featuring free Mardi Gras beads and specialty treats available for purchase.
Student tickets are free, and proceeds from paid tickets will benefit TVMS. We can’t wait to see you there – go Royals!
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/TVSD1.
Congratulations to Julia Waterloo, Twin Valley High School’s January Intern of the Month! Julia interns at the Twin Valley Elementary Center, where she’s made an incredible impact. From helping organize the Children’s Grief Awareness activities to leading kindness lessons for students, Julia is passionate about supporting children and advocating for their well-being.
“Julia has made wonderful connections with students and staff, and her dedication to our community is truly inspiring,” says Mrs. Beth Sharp, Guidance Counselor.
Beyond her internship, Julia stays active in History Club, NHS, TVHS Heroes, and Tri-County Young Life, while also working at Botanery Barn Distillery! We can’t wait to see all the amazing things Julia will continue to accomplish!
#RaiderRecognition: Twin Valley Middle School (TVMS) would recognize their November Students of the Month, Emma Pallante, Axel Tingley, Cassandra Byrne, Blake Edgar, Damien Yarger, Brooklyn Kaiser, Amriella Garvey, and Caleb Hatton.
“Gratitude” was the word of the month and these students expressed this trait daily in class, including interactions with teachers, classmates, and all TVMS staff. Congratulations!
Learn from a Pro! Team USA Olympian and TVSD Alumna, Ashley Hoffman, made headlines this year by competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Now, she is returning to Twin Valley to lead a field hockey clinic for TVMS and TVHS students on December 22nd! Don’t miss this chance to gain insights from an incredible athlete.
To Register: Contact Kim Walsh at kimwalsh813@gmail.com. A $25 donation is requested, with all proceeds benefiting charity.
Clinic Schedule:
12:00 - 1:30 PM – Grades 5-8
1:30 - 2:00 PM – Signing/Pictures/Raffle (all ages welcome)
2:00 - 3:00 PM – Grades 9-12
As the leaves begin to change and a crisp breeze fills the air, we’re reminded that fall is a season of transition. Fall sports are coming to a close, and with that, many teams across the District—like Twin Valley Middle School’s Soccer Team—are enjoying end-of-season festivities. These gatherings provide the perfect opportunity to reflect on how far they’ve come and remind us that, just like nature, we’re all growing, adapting, and preparing for what’s ahead!
#RaiderRecognition: Twin Valley Middle School (TVMS) would like to recognize September Students of the Month, Lee Triest, Charlotte Moser, Mara Witman, Delaney Dahl, Devyn Lytle, Brandon Hertzog, Osvaldo Bello-Hernandez, and Brady Kilgore.
“Welcoming” was the word of the month and these students expressed this trait daily in class, including interactions with teachers, classmates, and all TVMS staff. Congratulations!
Pumpkin spice, crackling bonfires, spooky skeletons, and… fall sports! This Sunday kicks off the first day of Fall, and our TVSD Athletics Calendar is bursting with exciting events across Berks County. Dive into the season and support our amazing student-athletes by checking out the full schedule at https://tvsdathletics.org/main/calendar.
You can also follow along with TVSD athletics and activities updates via @twinvalleyathletics_activities on Instagram! #GoRaiders
Yesterday evening, the Twin Valley Music Department hosted their Annual Instrumental Fair, attracting over 90 novice instrumentalists.
The evening began with an inspiring performance by the High School Marching Band, coupled with the welcoming presence of the Tri-M Music Honor Society. Students received personalized instruction from teachers and high school instrumentalists on proper hand placement and sound production techniques for their preferred instruments.
Thank you to all who attended in support of our growing music program. Additionally, we extended gratitude to the Twin Valley Music Boosters for their contribution of a raffle and musical accessories for the emerging musicians. We look forward to hearing all of the beautiful music our students will be making this year!
Attention Twin Valley School District Community: Please note that the TVSD Board Meeting scheduled for Monday, September 9, has been cancelled. Our next Board Meeting will take place on Monday, September 16 at 6:30 P.M.
#FeatureFriday: Congratulations to this year’s Twin Valley Community Education Foundation (TVCEF)’s Grant Winners!
Tawn Reidel, TVHS: Infant CPR Manikin with Feedback
Randi Goldberg, HBEC: A Comfy Corner
Debbie Troffo, Brooke Lonsdale, Julie Rotoloni, & Brittany Bowman, TVEC: Flexible Seating for Student Success
Jodie Kline, REC: Indoor Story
Kim Walsh & Ted Morse: Colorful is Beautiful
HBEC 3rd Grade Team: Re-Write MX Boogie Boards
Brittany Kratz, REC: REC Sensory Room Upgrade
REC Kindergarten Team: Magical Multisensory Math
The work that TVCEF does not only supports our Alumni, but also our local classrooms. We thank them for their partnership and for supporting our educational programs.
Welcome back to school, Twin Valley! Let’s make 2024-2025 a great year!
As a reminder, the first day of school is August 26, 2024. Bus assignments and class schedules can be found in Infinite Campus. School supply lists, lunch menus, and upcoming events can be found on your building’s websites. See you Monday!
TVSD Families: Please note that bus schedules for the 2024-25 school year have been posted online via Infinite Campus. We encourage you to check your e-mail for additional information.
Questions or concerns about your child’s bus assignment? Contact the TVSD Transportation Team by filling out this form: https://buff.ly/3MbW8cL
#MotivationMonday: Are you ready for the new school year?! As we await the first day of school on August 26, get a head start with our August 2024 Raider Report. Find important dates, new faces, and useful information across the District at: https://5il.co/2u0qe
This week, we held our New Teacher Induction, a program designed to help educators joining our team to familiarize themselves with TVSD while also receiving resources and support from Administration to ensure their success this year. Thank you to our veteran teachers who serve as mentors for this program, and welcome to our newest teachers! We’re so happy to have you as a part of #TeamTwinValley!
