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
View our latest news and announcements.
Future Ready Festival: Experience the St. Vrain Advantage
St. Vrain Valley Schools invites the community to attend the Future Ready Festival. This district-wide open house allows visitors to explore the innovative programs and pathways that define the St. Vrain Advantage. Date & Time Saturday, March 72:00-6:00 p.m. Location Silver Creek High School Who Should Attend Families, students, educators, alumni, community members, partners, and […]
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From Sentences to Structure: Strengthening Elementary Writing Across St. Vrain
Elementary students across St. Vrain Valley Schools are strengthening their writing skills through the use of Write from the Beginning and Beyond, a structured framework that supports the district’s adopted ReadyGen English language arts curriculum. By the 2026-27 school year, all K-5 teachers will be trained in this curriculum, creating a shared foundation for writing […]
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Elementary Music, Middle & High School Health Adoption Public Review
St. Vrain Valley Schools is currently piloting new instructional resources for elementary music, middle school health, and high school health. The resources will be available for introduction and review in-person at the Learning Services Center, 401 S. Pratt Pkwy., in Longmont. Teachers, administrators, families, and community members are all welcome to evaluate the materials and […]
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District News
Check out the latest featured news from St. Vrain Valley Schools.
Congratulations Dr. Jackie Kapushion, Superintendent of St. Vrain Valley Schools
The Board of Education has appointed Dr. Jackie Kapushion as the next Superintendent of St. Vrain Valley Schools, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Kapushion brings exceptional qualifications to this role, including 36 years of experience in public education.
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Historic Graduation Achievement
Dear St. Vrain Valley Community, Thank you for your extraordinary partnership in advancing excellence across our system. Today I am proud to share that together, we have achieved an unprecedented milestone – the highest graduation rate in St. Vrain Valley Schools’ history at 94.3%. This places us 10.1 percentage points above the state average of […]
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Those who can, teach.
There is no more noble and important profession in our society than that of our educators. With over 90% of our nation’s children attending a public school, it is our teachers and staff, in partnership with parents and families, who are shaping the future of our world.
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- Postal address
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600 5th St.
Frederick, CO 80530
- Phone number
- 303-833-2456
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