Happy Friday Raptor Families,
What a busy week. We hosted our first track meet of the season on Monday. It was wonderful to see so many of you out supporting our young athletes.
On Monday, April 7th, there is an away track meet at Frederick High School. On Friday, April 11th, there is a soccer game after school versus Mead MS.
Thunder Valley is hosting Project Launch in June. It is an extended learning opportunity for our students. If you are interested in having your student attend, please see the attached information below.
Next week CMAS starts. Please make sure to read the information that is attached below. Please support your child by helping them come to school with a good night’s sleep so that they are fully rested and prepared for the day. We appreciate your support and continued involvement in our school community. Please let us know if you need any assistance.
Best Wishes,
Catrina Estrada, Principal
Sandra Vazquez, Assistant Principal
Matt Romig, Assistant Principal
Grant Elwood, Dean of Students
Important Dates
April 7- Track and Field Meet at FHS
April 11-Middle School Soccer Game at TVK8 4:00pm
April 14- Track and Field Meet @ Twin Peaks
April 14- Middle School Soccer Away Game @ Sunset MS
April 8-15 – CMAS: ELA & Math for 3rd – 8th grade
April 16-18 – CMAS: Science for 5th & 8th only
April 18- 6th Grade Track Meet at Mead High School
April 23- PTA meeting @ 4:30pm in the Library
April 28- Non-Student Contact Day, No School
April 29- 4th grade Music Concert @ 6:00pm
April 30- 6th Grade Orchestra Concert @ 6:00pm
CMAS Testing Information
Dates: Math and Language Arts: April 8th through 15th
Science testing (5th and 8th Grade only): April 16th through the 18th
Times: 8:35 am through 11:00 am
Please avoid appointments during these times so that your child will not need to makeup their testing session. Please support your child by helping them come to school with a good nights sleep so that they are fully rested and prepared for the day. We appreciate your support.
5th to 6th Grade Transition Night – Join Us!
Attention 5th Grade Families! We are excited to invite you to our 5th to 6th Grade Transition Night on Tuesday, April 29th from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
This special event is designed to help students and parents feel prepared and confident about the exciting move to middle school. You’ll have the opportunity to:
-Learn about class schedules and expectations
– See the 6th grade classrooms
-Discover extracurricular activities and clubs
-Get answers to all your questions!
We look forward to welcoming our future 6th graders and their families. Don’t miss this chance to make the transition smooth and exciting!
We hope to see you there!
Dear Families,
You are invited to our Cafecito!
When?: April 8th, 2025
Where?: TVK8’s Library
Time?: 6:00-7:00 pm
— Childcare provided.
Presenter: Grant Elwood, Dean of Students
Topic: High School Readiness
Middle School families, are you interested in high school options for your student? We are hosting a Cafecito to learn more about opportunities the district provides to give your student an advantage as they go through high school and pursue college or a career after. Please join us April 8 at 6pm at Thunder Valley to learn more.
St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show live at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 15-20. Please join us at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 15-20 for the public viewing of artworks from all grade levels and schools across the St. Vrain Valley. Different mediums will be featured including ceramics, digital art/photography, drawing, jewelry making, metalwork, mixed media, painting, and printmaking.
Learn more and see where the winning artworks will publish
Click the link for more information:
Frederick Volleyball: Youth Camp
UPDATE!
100 mile club will be outside on the track
Parents/guardians shall be required to furnish an explanation for student absenteeism either in writing or orally. Absences not explained within two days after returning to school shall be recorded as unexcused absences unless unusual or extenuating circumstances exist as determined by the building administrator. After 10 excused or unexcused absences, a doctors note is required. Communication is key to successful attendance. In the event your student will be absent, please call the front office at 303-833-2456, email our attendance clerk, at garcia_jessica@svvsd.org or complete this form Report an Absence
Please help us get our staff started off right! Sign up to sponsor the lounge! Donate K-cups, creamer, snacks, drinks, or anything else you feel would put a smile on our teachers faces!
Sign up HERE
Please see our PTA’s website HERE
TVK8 Vimeo Video Channel
We hosted our first track meet of the season! Check out our parent update video from the meet! Thank you for supporting our athletes!
You can check out past videos in our Vimeo TVK8 Showcase!
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