Thunder Valley K-8
Thunder Valley provides each student with diverse learning experiences that focus on curiosity, creativity, and confidence to find their individual strengths and passions.
Frederick Feeder Strong
We are the Raptors
Thunder Valley K-8 ensures the highest academic achievement for all through academic excellence, strength of character, and community partnerships.
Rigorous Academics
Students are exposed to STEM in a variety of ways throughout their day and advanced math courses are offered.
Engaging Experiences
Students have access to Left-Hand Leaders (technology support), Right-Hand Raptors (8th grade school leaders), Robotics, and Yearbook.
Strong Partnerships
Strong community partnerships and support enhance student learning inside and outside the classroom.
Recent Updates
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St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year
St. Vrain Valley Schools has been recognized by the NAMM Foundation as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education, marking the district’s sixth consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. This national designation celebrates school districts that demonstrate exceptional commitment to ensuring all students have access to high-quality music education as part of a…<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/29/st-vrain-valley-schools-earns-national-recognition-as-a-best-community-for-music-education-for-sixth-consecutive-year/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year </span>Read More</a>
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ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool
St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited…<br><a title="ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/11/parentsquare-our-new-district-communication-tool/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool </span>Read More</a>
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St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival
Over two thousand community members came together on Saturday, March 7, for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ first-ever Future Ready Festival at Silver Creek High School. Families and community members filled the campus throughout the afternoon, engaging with educators, asking questions, and exploring innovative programs and opportunities available across the district. The festival featured Advantage Zones…<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/08/st-vrain-valley-celebrates-first-ever-future-ready-festival/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival </span>Read More</a>
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District News
Check out the latest featured news from St. Vrain Valley Schools.
Getting to Know Our New Superintendent
Dr. Jackie Kapushion officially became St. Vrain Valley Schools’ new superintendent on July 1, 2025 after serving as Deputy Superintendent for the past eight years. We sat down with Dr. Kapushion to learn more about her journey, her passion for education, and her vision for our district’s future.
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Opportunities Abound
One of the most frequent questions children get asked is, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Their faces light up with wonder as they imagine a future without limitations. After a moment’s thought, they excitedly share answers ranging from impactful careers like a teacher, first responder, or doctor, to more imaginative […]
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The Sound of St. Vrain
As the grand finale of St. Vrain’s districtwide Band Night begins, hundreds of high school musicians take to the stadium field after two hours of individual performances. Thousands of spectators cheer as the percussion, brass, and woodwind musicians from more than ten schools unite in a single soaring sound – a powerful showcase of the […]
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