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🎃 灣谷一年一度萬聖節遊行，本週五(10/30)熱鬧登場！
一年一度最受期待的灣谷萬聖節遊行，即將於本週五（10/30）晚上 7:25 在校園熱鬧登場！歡迎家長與親友蒞臨現場，一起欣賞孩子們精心準備的萬聖節裝扮，為他們拍照、喝采，共度歡樂又難忘的節慶時光！
為了讓活動安全、順利地進行，請家長與同學們詳閱以下活動規範及溫馨提醒，讓我們一起打造一場歡樂又安心的萬聖節遊行！
活動規範:
- 服裝適宜：萬聖節服裝須符合學校場合，並顧及年幼學生的感受。
- 道具安全：請勿攜帶危險或不適當的道具，包括刀劍、仿真槍枝、血漿，或過於恐怖的造型。
- 面具安全：面具須合身、安全，且不得遮擋視線；如有需要，老師可協助調整。
- 充氣服裝：歡迎穿著充氣服裝，但請務必確保行走安全及視線清楚。
- 違規服裝與道具：若服裝或道具不符合規範，教師及行政人員有權暫時保管於辦公室，請家長於放學後領回。
- 自願參加：萬聖節遊行為自願參加活動。若家庭不慶祝萬聖節，請事先告知老師；學生可選擇不參加遊行，也可穿著簡單的節慶服飾參與。
給同學的小提醒:
- 歡迎穿上可愛、搞笑或充滿創意的萬聖節服裝，盡情展現你的巧思！
- 建議同學在家先完成裝扮，再到學校參加活動。
- 若需要在遊行前更換服裝，請提前告知老師，以便安排適當協助。
給家長的溫馨提醒:
- 歡迎家長與親友到場，一起欣賞遊行、拍照留念，為孩子們加油打氣！
- 當晚送孩子進入教室後，請家長離開學校大樓，讓老師與學生有充分的準備空間。
- 為維護遊行秩序與學生安全，請家長及來賓在「家長止步線」後方觀賞及拍照。
- 灣谷攝影組將在第一、第二拍照區拍攝活動花絮，稍後與家長分享精彩照片。
- 歡迎家長自行拍照，並將精彩照片提供給班級家長代表。各班精選五張照片後，將刊登於學校電子報，與大家分享活動中的美好時刻！
遊行流程與路線 (請參考下方路線圖):
- 7:00 PM：正常上課
- 7:25 PM：鈴聲響起後，各班老師帶領學生在走廊排隊，準備遊行。
- 遊行順序：依照活動路線圖進行，A 組高年級（401–7/8 年級）率先出發，接著由 B 組低年級（K–302）出發。
- 遊行路線：各班繞行庭院，依序經過兩處拍照區，並於 A101、A102 教室前領取小禮物。
最佳服裝競賽
今年的萬聖節，誰會成為最吸睛的小明星呢？✨
學校行政團隊及老師們將共同評選出五位最具創意與巧思的服裝得獎者，並於下週頒發特別獎品！無論是可愛風、搞怪風，還是獨一無二的自創造型，都有機會脫穎而出！
感謝每一位家長、老師與志工的支持與配合，讓孩子們能在安全、歡樂的校園環境中盡情展現創意，留下美好的萬聖節回憶！
🎃 BVCS Annual Halloween Parade Is This Friday (10/30)!
One of BVCS's most anticipated annual events is almost here! Our Halloween Parade will take place this Friday, October 30, at 7:25 PM on campus. Families and friends are warmly invited to join us, admire our students' creative costumes, take photos, and cheer them on as we celebrate this festive occasion together!
To help ensure a safe and smooth event, please review the following guidelines and reminders. Thank you for helping us make this a fun and safe Halloween celebration for everyone!
Costume & Safety Guidelines
- School-Appropriate Costumes: Costumes should be appropriate for a school setting and considerate of our younger students.
- Safe Props Only: Dangerous or inappropriate props are not allowed, including swords, knives, imitation firearms, fake blood, or excessively frightening costumes.
- Safe Masks: Masks must fit properly, be safe to wear, and allow clear visibility. Teachers can help make adjustments if needed.
- Inflatable Costumes: Inflatable costumes are welcome, provided students can walk safely and see clearly.
- Costumes or Props That Do Not Meet Guidelines: Teachers and school administrators may temporarily hold any costume or prop that does not meet these guidelines in the school office. Parents may pick up these items after dismissal.
- Voluntary Participation: Participation in the Halloween Parade is optional. Families who do not celebrate Halloween are welcome to let their child's teacher know in advance. Students may opt out of the parade or choose to wear simple, festive attire instead.
Reminders for Students
- Have fun choosing a cute, funny, or creative Halloween costume and let your imagination shine!
- We recommend completing your costume at home before coming to school.
- If you need to change into your costume before the parade, please let your teacher know in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.
Reminders for Parents & Families
- Families and friends are welcome to join the fun! Come watch the parade, take photos, and cheer on our students!
- After dropping off your child in the classroom, please exit the school building to give teachers and students enough space to prepare for the parade.
- For the safety of our students and to keep the parade route clear, all parents and guests must remain behind the designated "Parent Viewing Line" while watching and taking photos.
- BVCS photography team will take photos at Photo Zone 1 and 2. Event photos will be shared with families afterward.
- Parents are welcome to take photos and share their favorites with their class Room Parents. Each class will select five photos to be featured in the school eNews, giving everyone a chance to enjoy the highlights!
Parade Schedule & Route
- 7:00 PM: Regular classes begin as usual.
- 7:25 PM: When the bell rings, teachers will lead students into the hallway to line up for the parade.
- Parade Order: Group A, the upper-grade classes (401– 7/8th Grade), will go first, followed by Group B, the lower-grade classes (K–302).
- Parade Route: Each class will walk around the courtyard, pass both photo zones, and collect prizes in front of classrooms A101 and A102.
Best Costume Contest
Who will be this year's Halloween stars? ✨
Our school administrators and teachers will select five students with the most creative and imaginative costumes. Special prizes will be awarded the following week! Whether your costume is cute, funny, or completely original, you have a chance to stand out!
Thank you to our families, teachers, and volunteers for your support and cooperation. Together, we can create a safe and joyful school celebration where our students can express their creativity and make wonderful Halloween memories!
由高竹儀老師帶領的灣谷助教扯鈴隊，於10月3日參加了黑鷹博物館舉辦的中秋亞裔文化節，帶來精彩又令人驚豔的扯鈴表演！
接下來，讓我們一起欣賞由
扯鈴隊隊長王品蘊 親自撰寫的介紹短文，聽聽她如何分享這次演出的精彩點滴與團隊的心得！
Led by Ms. Becky Kao, BVCS TA Diabolo Team performed at the Mid-Autumn Asian Cultural Festival hosted by the Blackhawk Museum on October 3, delivering an exciting and impressive performance!
Now, let's hear from the team itself! Team Captain Emily Wang has written a special article sharing highlights and reflections from this memorable performance. Let’s take a look!
BVCS Diabolo Team Returns to the Blackhawk Museum’s Mid-Autumn Festival
By Emily Wang, BVCS Student Teaching Assistant
This year, the Bay Valley Chinese School (BVCS) Diabolo Team participated in the Blackhawk Museum’s Mid-Autumn Festival for the second time. The seven performers were Irene Hung, Michael Chen, Leanne Hung, Ryan Wang, Kadence Lai, team captain Emily Wang, and special guest Alvin Cheng.
The BVCS Diabolo Team was formed in 2024. Most team members practice together for an hour before Chinese school classes begin, learning basic movements and gradually working their way up to more challenging tricks. Special guest Alvin Cheng, on the other hand, has been practicing diabolo since second grade and has accumulated years of experience.
Diabolo, also known as Chinese yo-yo, is a traditional pastime commonly enjoyed in Taiwan. Although it looks fun and entertaining, mastering advanced tricks takes a great deal of time and practice. Unlike a traditional yo-yo, a diabolo is not permanently attached to its string. Performers must skillfully manipulate the string to keep the diabolo spinning and adjust its angle to maintain balance. If the speed drops or the angle shifts, the diabolo may wobble or even fall.
Advanced tricks include the vertical diabolo and double diabolo, which involves controlling two diabolos at the same time. Experienced performers can even challenge themselves to manipulate more diabolos, requiring exceptional
hand-eye coordination and control. In group performances, individual skills are only part of the equation. Focus and teamwork are equally important to ensure that everyone’s movements and timing are in sync.
BVCS Diabolo Team has also been invited to perform at community events, including the Lunar New Year celebration in Dublin. Moving forward, team members will continue to practice and improve their skills, with the hope of bringing this traditional art to more communities across the United States. Through their performances, they hope to entertain audiences while introducing more people to the cultural traditions and fun behind the diabolo.
溫馨提醒 Important Dates:
本週的「老師心語」，要和大家分享一部充滿詩意的影音作品！🎬
這次的作品《讀唐詩》，由 7/8 年級的高翃凌老師 精心拍攝與剪輯，帶領我們走進中文課堂，一同欣賞學生們朗讀唐詩的認真模樣，感受經典詩詞的韻律之美與中文的獨特魅力。
讓我們一起點開 影片，聆聽孩子們朗朗的讀詩聲，感受唐詩穿越時空的美好！
This week's A Teacher's Corner features a poetic video creation! 🎬
Titled Reading Tang Poetry, this video was thoughtfully filmed and edited by Ms. Hongling Gao, the teacher of Grades 7/8. It offers us a glimpse into the classroom as students recite classic Tang poems, bringing their rhythm and beauty to life while showcasing the unique charm of the Chinese language.
Let's watch the video and enjoy the students’ lively recitations as we experience the timeless beauty of Tang poetry together!
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