Dear Thunder Valley Families,
December seems to just fly by. Please take a moment to complete our midyear Capturing Kids’ Hearts family survey. Your feedback helps us understand what’s working well and how we can keep improving.
On Monday, December 15th, we have a middle school girls basketball game at home versus Firestone Charter after school. Also on Monday, our Soaring Singings concert is at 6:00pm in the auditorium. On Tuesday, December 16th, there is a middle school choir concert at 6:00pm in the auditorium.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us. We appreciate your continued support and 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
December 15- Soaring Singers Concert 6:00pm
December 15- Middle School Girls Home Basketball Game vs. Firestone
December 16- Middle School Choir Concert at 5:30pm
December 22-January 5 Winter Break No School
January 7- Girls Home Basketball Game vs Sunset
January 12- Girls Basketball Away Game vs Trail Ridge
January 13- Stem Accelerator next session begins
Thunder Valley website– look here for our school calendar on the main page!
Attention students in grades 4-8
If you are interested in being part of this year’s production of “The Little Mermaid Jr”, please scan this QR code to reserve your spot at auditions. There are 2 MANDATORY audition sessions for all actors Tuesday Dec 16, 3:35- 5pm and Thursday Dec 18, 3:35-5:30pm. Parts will be posted after school Friday Dec 19 outside the auditorium.
Middle schoolers interested in lights, sound, microphones, spotlights, and backstage crew for “The Little Mermaid Jr” are to scan this code and let us know your interest. We will be connecting with these applicants in January with next steps. You are not required at the December auditions.
The health office is seeking pants size 7t-10/12. We can accept any gently used and clean clothes. Thank you so much for your support!
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 [email protected] or complete this form Report an Absence
Next meeting January 28th at 5:30pm
Join the Thunder Valley K8 PTO—It’s Free!
Be part of a community that supports our students, teachers, and school events. Membership is completely free, and your involvement helps strengthen the Thunder Valley family. Together, we can make a difference.
Shop to Give:
Turn your everyday shopping into a fundraiser with the Givebacks Shop to Give program. Simply select Thunder Valley K8 PTO as your cause in the Givebacks system, and participating retailers will donate—at no extra cost to you. It’s the easiest way to give back while you shop!
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/thundervalleypto
Support our Staff Lounge:
Please help us get our staff started off right! Donate K-cups, creamer, snacks, drinks, or anything else you feel would put a smile on our teachers faces!
TVK8 Vimeo Video Channel
Past videos are linked in our Thunder Valley K8 Vimeo Showcase.
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