Volunteer to be a Speaker or Performer

Valley View Elementary School is hosting International Day on March 3rd, 2025, and this year’s theme is “Stories Bring the World Together.” Through books, videos, presentations, and activities, our students will explore how stories and cultures bring people together.

 

We want this event to showcase the many different vibrant cultures that make up our diverse community and welcome parents and community members to participate! Whether through volunteering to help with the event on the day, or connecting us to potential speakers and performers, we could really use your help! Maybe you’re a Japanese calligraphy artist, Polynesian dancer, African poet, Puerto Rican musician, Indian author, Indigenous chef, or Chinese artist? Maybe you’re a disability activist, an ASL interpreter, or cultural historian? Maybe you’re an anthropologist with a band? Maybe you would just like to showcase your culture?

 

If so, please email Jenny at jahn702@gmail.com!

 

 

 

Valley View Elementary International Day Cookbooks

 

Be a Part of the Story!

This year’s International Day theme is "Stories Bring Us Together," and we’re celebrating our school’s diversity through food and storytelling. Let’s honor the traditions and flavors that unite us. We need your help to make it happen—share your family’s favorite recipe and the story behind it, and let’s create something delicious together!

 

 

How to Participate

 

1. Submit a Recipe

  • Fill out the Recipe Page with your family’s favorite recipe and the story that makes it special.
  • Need another copy? Click HERE to print one out.
  • Turn in your hard copy to the school by January 17th, 2025.
  • Each student or staff member may submit one recipe.

 

2. Purchase Your Cookbook

  • Cookbooks are $15 each and can be purchased HERE.
  • Sales end on February 7th, 2025, so don’t miss out!

 

3. Celebrate with Us

Join us on International Day, March 3rd, 2025, to celebrate!

  • 7:45 AM: Families are warmly invited to the All-School Book Character Parade, where cookbooks will be distributed. If you can’t attend, the cookbook will be sent home with your child.

  • 8:20–9:15 AM (Grades K–2) & 9:25–10:20 AM (Grades 3–5): Attend our special International Day Assembly featuring guest speaker Ada Ari, who will provide students with an authentic and interactive exploration of culture through storytelling.

Throughout the day, students will enjoy:

  • Guest speakers
  • Class presentations
  • Fun activities to honor the stories and cultures of our community.

Let’s Make This Day Unforgettable!

Submit your recipe, purchase a cookbook, and join us in celebrating the stories that bring us together.

 

Questions? Contact co-chairs Diane Kofahl and Jenny Kim at diane.a.kofahl@gmail.com