Dear Thunder Valley Families,
It was so wonderful to connect with students and families during parent teacher conferences this past week. Those conversations are incredibly valuable as we team together to support students. As a reminder, we do not have school Friday, February 13th and Monday, February 16th. Enjoy the long weekend!
Next week we have an orchestra concert on Wednesday, February 18th, in the auditorium. There is a band concert on Thursday, February 19th, in the auditorium. See below for more timing information.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students safe during busy arrival times. We need your help with drop-off locations in the morning. We have noticed an increase in older students being dropped off in the front lot, which is reserved for Kindergarten students only. Drop-off begins at 8:20 a.m. All 1st–8th-grade students should be dropped off using the west side parking lot. If you are dropping off your child, we appreciate your support in ensuring they go directly to their line-up area. Please see the pick-up and drop off map below.
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 13 and 16th- No School
February 18- Orchestra Concert – 6th Grade @ 6:00pm, 7th & 8th Grade is at 6:30
February 19- Band Concert – 6th Grade @ 6:00pm, 7th & 8th Grade is at 6:30
February 25- PTO Meeting at 4:30pm in the Library
February 25- Wrestling Match at Home vs Longs Peak
February 25 and 26- Spring Pictures
March 2- Wrestling Match at Mead
March 4- Late Start
March 6- Wrestling Match 6th grade at Mead High School
March 7- Wrestling Match 7th/8th grade at Mead High 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.
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