Pine Valley Elementary School

We are utilizing a reading program at our school called Accelerated Reader. This is a program designed to encourage students to read independently and increase their comprehension skills. Students receive points for each test taken according to the number of answers that are correct. You may be interested in visiting the Accelerated Reader Website by clicking on the link above. Students may take Accelerated Reader tests in the classrooms under the teacher's supervision. Please encourage your child to participate in a wonderful reading program!!!

The STAR reading test is administered on a computer to assess a student's reading level. Students are tested at least three times per school year to monitor the progress of the student. This also helps a student know which level books are appropriate for him/her.

• Generates unlimited practice assignments-tailored to each student.
• Gives you immediate, individualized feedback-shows what mistakes each student makes and how you can help correct them.
• Lets you know that all objectives are being mastered-covering each student's needs, abilities, and learning style.
• Automatically scores all assignments and tests.
• Helps each of your students practice the precise skills necessary to move ahead at their own pace.

Gang Resistance Education And Training (G.R.E.A.T.) is a gang and violence prevention program built around school-based, law enforcement officer-instructed classroom curricula.

Growth and Changes (grade 5)	PTA Reflections Contest
Honor Roll (grades 3-5)	Science Fair
Special Education Services (grades K-5)	Embryology Study (grade 2)
Chess Club	Life Cycle Study (grade 2)
Geography Bee (grades 4 & 5)	Star Lab (grade 3)
Technology Assistant	Battle of the Books (grades 4-5)
Computers in Every Classroom	Computer Networked Campus
New Hanover County Technology Fair (every other year)	Full-time Counselor & Social Worker
English as Second Language Services (grades K-5)	Junior Achievement
AIG (Academically & Intellectually Gifted) Program (grades K-5)	Spelling Bee (grades 3-5)
Weekly classes for Art, Music, Physical Education, and Library	County, School and PTA Sponsored Field Trips
Chorus	Individual Opportunities for At-Risk Students
8/7/04 Pencilline clipart from: http://holoua.k12.hi.us/studentlinks/Gradelevel/GradeK/graphics/

 

In compliance with Federal law, including Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and the provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, New Hanover County Schools administers all state-operated educational programs, employment activities, and admissions without discrimination because of disability, race, religion, national, or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, or gender except where exemption is appropriate and allowed by law.
NHCS Mission Statement: The mission of New Hanover County Schools, in collaboration with our parents and the community, is to strive to provide children an excellent education in a safe and positive learning environment where they are prepared with the critical skills to reach their full potential for a world yet to be imagined.

Pine Valley Elementary School, 440 John S. Mosby Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412 (910) 350-2121 Sandra Crews, Webmaster