Dear Valhalla Families, As I reflect on the 2020-2021 school year, I am thankful for the flexibility and persistence of Valhalla scholars, families, and staff as we navigated the impact of a global pandemic on our school community together. We experienced exponential growth in the application and integration of technology in communication and learning, and authentic family partnerships evolved and strengthened.    Looking ahead to the 2021-2022 school year, at Valhalla, we will continue to prioritize FWPS Strategic Plan Goal 2 – Whole child and Goal 4 – Mastery of all subjects.  FWPS will expand supports in areas such as academic tutoring, mental health services, discounted child care, technology access and more. Fall Re-Opening: Using guidance from OSPI and the Department of Health, we are planning for a safe return that prioritizes learning.  In accordance with Gov. Inslee and OSPI direction, we will be opening the year with full face to face instruction.  Please stay tuned for more information to come in the coming weeks.Health and Safety and Re-Opening:  Our scholars’ health and safety are priority. As we prepare for our face to face fall re-opening, our district is hard at work developing health and safety protocols which include social distancing guidelines, arranging schedules that minimize high traffic contact, considering bus transportation and engaging in deep cleaning protocols to minimize the spread of germs. As part of ensuring a safe learning environment, all scholars and staff will be required to wear face masks. Please take the time this summer to both reinforce and practice the wearing of face masks.  FWPS will continue to place health and safety as a priority as we look forward to welcoming our scholars back on September 1st. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.  As we approach the coming year, I look forward to capitalizing on the strengths, the positive partnerships, and the important learning we experienced this year.  Respectfully, Erika Rudnicki, Principal