Happy Friday Raptor Families,
Our students wrapped up CMAS testing this week, and we couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and focus. They’ve shown great effort in demonstrating their learning and growth. Thank you for your continued support at home, it truly makes a difference! We’ll be finishing up make-up testing next week.
On Monday, April 21st, we have a Track Meet at TVK8 after school. On Wednesday, April 23rd, there is a PTA meeting in the library starting at 4:30pm. On Wednesday, April 23rd there is an away soccer game at Twin Peaks. On Thursday, April 24th, the 7th and 8th grade district track meet is at Longmont High School.
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.
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 21- Track and Field Meet @ TVK8
April 23- PTA meeting @ 4:30pm in the Library
April 23- Middle School Soccer Away Game @ Twin Peaks
April 24- Track and Field 7th/8th @ Longmont High
April 28- Non-Student Contact Day, No School
April 29- Middle School Soccer Home Game vs Twin Peaks @ 4:00pm
April 29- 4th grade Music Concert 6:00pm
April 30- Band and Jazz Band Concert @ 6:00pm
April 30- Orchestra and Mariachi Concert @ 6:45pm
May 7- Late Start, School Starts @ 11:05am
Save the Date!
April 29- 5th grade Transition Night 5:00-6:00pm
May 2- 5th grade Field Day
May 16- Middle Dance @ 4:45pm
May 19- Field Day
May 21- 8th grade Continuation @ 5:00pm
May 22- Kinder Celebration @ 10:00am
May 22- All School Picnic @ 12:00pm
May 22- Last Day of School
Enrollment Verification
Thunder Valley K-8 Parents/Guardians:
If your student is enrolled at Thunder Valley and WILL BE MOVING/CHANGING SCHOOLS for the 2025-2026 school year, please take a moment to complete this form so that our registrar can prepare your student’s records to be sent to their new school in a timely manner. If you have more than one student enrolled and are moving/changing schools, please complete the form for each student.
You ONLY need to complete this form if your student is MOVING OR CHANGING SCHOOLS. If you are staying at Thunder Valley, there is no need to fill this out.
Thank you for completing this form promptly. If you have questions please call Kristina Boyd, Registrar at 303-833-2456 or email boyd_kristina@svvsd.org
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!
Orchestra and Mariachi: April 30
Band and Jazz Band: May 8th
Times for both concerts are as follows:
6th Grade Concert Times:
Students Arrive-5:40
Start time-6:00
End Time-6:20
7th and 8th Grade Concert Times:
Students Arrive-6:30
Start Time-6:45
End Time-7:15
Help Our STEM Classroom!
Our STEM class is gearing up for exciting hands-on projects, and we need your help! We’re looking for donations of various materials that students can use to build, create, and experiment. Some of the items we could use include:
– Cereal boxes
– Paper towel and toilet paper rolls
– Plastic cups and straws
– Toothpicks
– Craft sticks
– Egg cartons
– String, yarn, or rubber bands
These materials will help our students bring their designs to life as they learn about engineering, problem-solving, and creativity. If you have any of these items, please send them in with your child or drop them off at the office.
Thank you for supporting innovation and creativity in our classroom!
Order your 2025 yearbook today!
Thunder Valley K 8 is finalizing their quantity to order with Jostens. Time is running out to guarantee a yearbook for your student. Thunder Valley K 8 will not be ordering many extra books and those few books will be sold first come, first served in the sequence of date/time purchased. There is no guarantee of a yearbook if you don’t place your order at this time.
Multiple Payment Options
We’ve made purchasing your yearbook easy and convenient. Just choose which payment option works best for you: Venmo, PayPal, Trustly or credit card!
Explore the Future of Learning with AI, April 22
Join us for an engaging AI Open House, where parents, students, and community members can experience firsthand how Artificial Intelligence is transforming education. As part of St. Vrain’s Parent University, this interactive event will take place on Tuesday, April 22 from 5:00–6:30 p.m. at the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools. Explore student- and instructor-led AI stations, participate in hands-on activities, and see real-world applications of AI in St. Vrain classrooms.
Please register online to assist with planning.
Learn more about St. Vrain’s Parent University and upcoming events.
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
Here is the link for the Concession sign up for Track and Field for April 21st.
Thunder Valley K8 PTA: 2025 Teacher Appreciation Week
TVK8 Vimeo Video Channel
You can check out past videos in our Vimeo TVK8 Showcase!
Please join us at the Innovation Center on Tuesday, May 6 for our annual STEM Night! We’ll have STEM activities, a Make and Take section, and content specific STEM events in each of our focus areas, which include: Artificial Intelligence, Aerospace, Biosciences, Cybersecurity, Digital & Virtual Design, Entrepreneurship, Robotics, and Video Production. In addition, we’ll have larger outdoor STEM opportunities, the Student Design Guild, and Cardboard Carnival Games! Come to play from 4:30-6:30. Want to be a part of the Student Design Guild and / or the Carnival Games?
Recent Updates
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2024 Superintendent’s Town Hall Meetings Featured
St. Vrain Valley Schools invites parents, teachers, staff, and community members to join Superintendent, Dr. Don Haddad, for one of our upcoming Superintendent Town Hall meetings. These annual open forums in each of our geographic areas provide an opportunity for Dr. Haddad and other district leaders to listen to our community’s questions and suggestions, share […]
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Join us for an Open House Event: Explore the Future of Learning with AI, April 22
Explore the Future of Learning with AI! Join St. Vrain’s Parent University for an engaging AI Open House, where parents, students, and community members can experience firsthand how Artificial Intelligence is transforming education. This interactive event will feature student- and instructor-led AI stations, hands-on activities, and real-world applications of AI in St. Vrain classrooms. Event […]
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St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show live at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 15-20
St. Vrain Valley Schools will host its annual art show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall. Community members are invited to view student art from all grade levels and schools across the district from April 15-20. The event is free and open to the public: Please join us in celebrating our students’ talent, hard […]
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