Dear Thunder Valley Families,
It was wonderful having all of our students back in the building after winter break. We have hit the ground running and have dived fully back into the learning.
On Monday, January 12th, there is a Girls Basketball away game at Trail Ridge Middle School. We are hosting our 8th – 9th Grade Transition Night on Thursday, the 15th at 6:00 pm. Guardians and 8th grade students, please join us for information about the transition to high school and success tips.
Our AAA after school academic support program for elementary students starts back up on Tuesday, January 13th. This is by invitation only, if your student is registered we look forward to seeing them. Our middle school academic program, STEM Explorers, starts January 13th as well. It runs Tuesday through Thursday until 5:00pm. Please email Mr. Elwood at [email protected] for registration and transportation information.
Winter weather is here! Please also remind your students to make sure to continue to dress in layers as we are now experiencing much cooler weather. Thank you for your continued partnership in making our school a special place to learn and grow. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any support.
Best wishes,
Catrina Estrada, Principal
Sandra Vazquez, Assistant Principal
Matt Romig, Assistant Principal
Grant Elwood, Dean of Students
Important Dates
January 12- Girls Basketball Away Game vs Trail Ridge
January 13- Stem Accelerator and AAA next session begins
January 15- 8th Grade Transition Night at 6:00pm
January 19- No School
January 28- PTO Meeting in the Library at 5:30pm
8th Grade Transition Night!
Come join us in the Thunder Valley auditorium at 6:00 PM to learn more about the transition from middle school to high school. Get information regarding building healthy habits, credits, and next steps for you as a family.
**Students, if you attend, you will receive extra credit for one of your core classes.
Thunder Valley website– look here for our school calendar on the main page!
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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