Dear Thunder Valley Families,
What a great week! Just a reminder that there is no school on Monday, April 27. As is often the case in the spring, we have a busy week ahead:
Tuesday, April 28: Away middle school soccer game at Trail Ridge
Tuesday, April 28: 4th Grade Music Concert at 6:00 PM in the auditorium
Wednesday, April 29: PTO Meeting at 4:30 PM in the library
Wednesday, April 29: Band Concert in the auditorium (see details below for timing)
With spring weather in full swing, we know conditions can change quickly here in Colorado. Please help ensure students are dressed appropriately and in line with the SVVSD Code of Conduct.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything.
Best wishes,
Catrina Estrada, Principal
Sandra Vazquez, Assistant Principal
Matt Romig, Assistant Principal
Grant Elwood, Dean of Students
Important Dates
April 27- Non-Student Contact, No School
April 28- Thunder Valley Open House at 5:00pm
April 28- Middle School Soccer Game at Trail Ridge
April 28- 4th Grade Music Concert at 6:00pm
April 29- PTO Meeting in the Library at 4:30pm
April 29- Band Concert at 6:00pm for 6th grade, 6:45pm for 7th and 8th grade
May 4-Unified Basketball Game at Home
May 6-Late Start, School Starts at 11:05am
May 11- Unified Basketball Game at Altona
May 11-PTO Chipotle Fundraiser 4:00pm-8:00pm
May 12-Middle School Choir Concert at 6:00pm
Enrollment for 2026-2027 School Year
Thunder Valley K-8 Parents/Guardians:
If your student is enrolled at Thunder Valley and WILL BE MOVING/CHANGING SCHOOLS for the 2026-27 school year, please take a moment to complete this form so that our registrar can prepare your student’s records to be sent to their new school in a timely manner. NOTE: If you have more than one student please submit a response for each student.
If you are staying at Thunder Valley, your enrollment is active and you do not need to complete the form.
Thank you for completing this form promptly. If you have questions please call
Kristina Boyd, Registrar
Phone: 303-833-2456
Email: boyd_kristina@svvsd.org
Thunder Valley website– look here for our school calendar on the main page!
Attention 100 Mile Club Runners and Parents!
We have 2 weeks left of running time after this week. May 7th is the last practice so get in as much running as you can!!!! We will do our celebration Monday, May 11th, from 7:50-8:20am in the big gym! We will give out certificates and donuts to all runners and then play some tag games to end with something fun. Parents you may come watch if you would like. I will send a picture of your kid with their certificate to you if you can’t make it. Let me know if you have any questions!
Great Job!
100 Mile Club Coaches
St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Community Schools program is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year. High-quality care options are available for children from birth through fifth grade, with nurturing environments and developmentally appropriate experiences that support early learning, social growth, and a strong foundation for future success. Programs are available at different schools across the district, with flexible schedule options to meet your family’s needs.
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:
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 elwood_grant@svvsd.org 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 garcia_jessica@svvsd.org 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
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.
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