Dear Thunder Valley Families,
Thank you for taking time to read our newsletter! We truly appreciate your continued partnership and are excited to share the many wonderful things happening in our school. Our Capturing Kids’ Hearts character trait for February is Spark the Heart/Kindness, and we look forward to seeing our students shine as they practice kindness each day.
On Monday, February 2nd, we have a home wrestling meet versus Altona MS in the gym. On Wednesday, February 4th, we our PLC/Late Start. School starts at 11:05 am, with drop-off beginning at 10:50 am.
Parent teacher conferences are right around the corner! The signup information for Meet The Teacher went out on Monday, January 26th. Parent Teacher Conferences are February 10th and 11th from 3:50-8:00pm and February 12th from 3:50-5:50 pm. We look forward to seeing our families and connecting with you. If you need assistance navigating Meet The Teacher, please contact Laura at the front office at (303) 833-2456 or email fuss_laura@svvsd.org, so that we can help you.
We appreciate your 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
February 2- Wrestling Match at Home
February 9- Wrestling Match Away
February 4- Late Start
February 10, 11, and 12- Parent Teacher Conferences
February 13 and 16th- No School
Thunder Valley website– look here for our school calendar on the main page!
Raptor Families, on Monday February 23rd, Salud Dental will be at Thunder Valley performing optional brief dental screenings, fluoride varnish and dental sealants to students. This service is FREE. If you are interested in having your child participate, please either complete a permission form in the front office or complete it online at saludschools.org. If you have already completed the permission form this school year you may disregard this message.
The Health Office is currently seeking leggings or sweatpants only sizes small, medium and large. We can accept any gently used and clean clothing. 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 garcia_jessica@svvsd.org or complete this form Report an Absence
Next meeting February 25th at 4:30pm
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.
Recent Updates
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