Dear Thunder Valley Families,
Our students are in the midst of CMAS and are doing awesome. We are so proud of how hard they have worked to show their learning and growth during testing. Thank you for supporting your student by helping them come to school with a good night’s sleep so that they are fully rested and prepared for the day.
The district art show is next week. Make sure to see the information below and support our amazing students!
Needoh’s and squishy are an increasing issue at school. They are not allowed at school. Please help us out and make sure students are keeping those at home. We are not responsible for any loss or stolen toys/fidgets. Classroom teachers have fidgets available in their classroom and support students who have documents plans for support. We appreciate your partnership to limit disruptions during class time.
On Monday, April 13th, there is a track meet at Twin Peaks. On Monday, April 13th, there is an away soccer game at Timberline PK8. On Thursday, April 16th, there is a TVK8 Talent Show in the auditorium at 6:00pm. On Friday, April 17th, there is the 6th grade track meet at Mead High School. We are so proud of our athletes and the growth they are showing this year!
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 13- Track and Field Meet at Twin Peaks
April 13- Middle School Soccer Game at Timberline
April 7-14 – CMAS: ELA & Math for 3rd – 8th grade
April 14- Cafecito
April 15-17 – CMAS: Science for 5th & 8th only
April 16- Talent Show
April 17- Middle School Honor Roll Breakfast
April 17- 6th grade Track Meet at Mead
April 20- Track and Field Meet at TVK8
April 21- Middle School Soccer Game at Home
April 21- Orchestra Concert
The CMAS testing information
Dates: Math and Language Arts April 7th through 14th
Science testing (5th and 8th Grade only): April 15th through the 17th
Times: 8:35 am through 11:00 am
Please avoid appointments during these times so that your child will not need to makeup their testing session. Please support your child by helping them come to school with a good nights sleep so that they are fully rested and prepared for the day. We appreciate your support.
Thunder Valley website– look here for our school calendar on the main page!
Registration for Kindergarten is OPEN!
Please complete an online application
May the Force Be With You: STEM Night is Coming!
Calling all Padawans, Engineers, and Droid-builders! We are thrilled to invite you to this year’s STEM Night. Since this year’s event falls on May 4th, we are fully embracing the theme: Star Wars! Be sure to come in your favorite Star Wars Costume (please leave light sabers at home!!) This isn’t just an event to attend—it’s an event to create. We want our students to lead the way by showcasing their ingenuity and imagination.
How Can Your Student Participate?
- The Student Design Guild: Students can present creative solutions to real-world problems they’ve tackled.
- STEM Carnival Games: Students can design and build their very own carnival games to be played by friends and family during the event.
- Come and play! You can also just show up and explore everything the Innovation Center has to offer!
We can’t wait to see the incredible “Force” of our students’ creativity on display. “May the 4th be with you!”
Blast Off into Summer Learning!
Looking for an engaging summer experience for your student? Registration is now open for the Innovation Center Super STEM Summer Camps! We offer a wide variety of hands-on camps designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
We are especially excited to announce our brand-new Space Innovation Camp, specifically designed for students in 3rd through 5th grades! Whether your child is an aspiring astronaut or a future engineer, this is an opportunity they won’t want to miss.
How to Register:
- Visit our website: innovation.svvsd.org/programs/summer-programs/
- See the attached flier for more details on specific dates and camp offerings.
- Scan the QR Code:
St. Vrain Valley Schools invites the community to its annual Art Show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 14-19, featuring artwork from students of all grade levels across the district. The event is free and open to the public, with viewing hours Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will also be a special Artists’ Night Open House on Thursday, April 16 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Join us in celebrating students’ creativity through ceramics, digital art, drawing, jewelry, metalwork, mixed media, painting, and printmaking.
Parents,
Limited Supply! This is the last chance to order one of the few remaining copies of the yearbook. Act fast – they are being sold on a first come, first serve basis.
Ready to order your yearbook?http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01129723
Not sure if you’ve ordered a yearbook? You can always check your order status here: https://www.jostens.com/customer-service/yearbook-order-tracking
Registration Open for Elementary Project Launch
Academic proficiency is an important district goal for elementary students. Research shows that extended school year learning opportunities positively impact student success.
Project Launch Program Includes:
- Targeted literacy practice daily
- Content literacy in science and social studies
- Focused math study and exploration
- Transportation provided for those who qualify from predetermined bus stops
- Breakfast and lunch provided
- Exiting Kindergarten – 4th Grade Students
- Available at no cost to families
Date & Times
June 1 – June 25, 2026
Monday-Thursday
8:30-3:30 PM
Attendance all 16 days is critical
We will close individual grade levels when full.
Space is limited! To register, please contact your school or teacher for a registration form, and return your completed form to either your child’s teacher, or the school office. There is no online registration format. You will be notified if your child is placed on a waitlist for this program.
Middle School Project Launch!
We are currently accepting registrations for our upcoming STEM Project Launch Summer Program. Please see the attached registration form for more information. You can bring the registration to the front office or email Mr. Elwood. This is open to our current 5th, 6th, and 7th grade students. Email Mr. Elwood at [email protected] for more information.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As the school year is coming to an end, this is a friendly reminder to please pick up any medications your student has in the health office on or before the last day of school. Which is May 21st.
Any medications not collected by that time will be safely discarded.
Please note that even if your student will be participating in summer programming, all medications must still be signed out on or before the last day of school. If needed, medications can then be re-submitted to the summer health office staff.
Thank you for your help with this! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the health office.
Sincerely,
Health Office Staff
Roxana, Cecilia, and Emily
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 April 29 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
Volunteer opportunities
Concession Sign Up for Odyssey of the Mind
PTO Facebook
Get your Thunder Valley Spirit Wear!
TVK8 Vimeo Video Channel
Past videos are linked in our Thunder Valley K8 Vimeo Showcase.
ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool
St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the 2026-27 school year. We’re excited about the opportunities ParentSquare offers to streamline communication and will be working towards consolidating several of the tools families currently use into one convenient platform.
After spring break, parents and guardians will receive an email invitation to activate their ParentSquare account. This will allow families to download the mobile app, set language preferences, and choose how and when they receive notifications.
Visit the district website to learn more about ParentSquare.
Frederick High School Cheer Information
Tryout registration deadline is 4/22 and Tryout Clinics will be held on 4/23, 4/24, and 4/25.
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St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited […]
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