Dear Thunder Valley Families,
Thank you for a wonderful year at Thunder Valley! As we close out the school year, we want to thank you for your continued support, partnership, and involvement. It has been a privilege to work with your students and witness the incredible growth, learning, and accomplishments they have made throughout the year.
We hope you and your family have a restful, fun, and enjoyable summer break. Thank you for being an important part of our Thunder Valley community and for the many ways you support our school.
Our building will be closed after Tuesday, May 26th due to summer construction. We are incredibly grateful for the support of our community in passing the Bond. Because of your investment in our students and school, you will soon begin to see exciting remodels and construction taking place throughout the building over the summer. We cannot wait to welcome everyone back in August and showcase the amazing upgrades that will enhance our learning environment and playgrounds for years to come. Thank you for supporting our students, staff, and future!
Our front office staff will be reachable by email.
Denise LaSalle, Principal’s Secretary lasalle_denise@svvsd.org
Jessica Garcia, Attendance garcia_jessica@svvsd.org
Laura Fuss, Building Secretary fuss_laura@svvsd.org
Kristina Boyd, Registration boyd_kristina@svvsd.org
We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another great year ahead!
Best wishes,
Catrina Estrada, Principal
Sandra Vazquez, Assistant Principal
Matt Romig, Assistant Principal
Grant Elwood, Dean of Students
2026-2027 School Year Important Dates
May 26- Last day to pick up student items from the office
August 17- 1st-5th grade supply drop off 2:30pm-3:30pm
August 17- 6th-8th grade locker practice 2:30pm-3:30pm
August 18- First Day of School for 1st-6th graders
August 19th- First Day of School for 7th and 8th graders
August 19th- Kinder supply drop off 3:00pm-4:00pm
August 20th- First Day of School for Kindergarteners
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!
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
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:
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
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.
We are planning for our PTO board for the ’26-’27 school year!
If you are interested in serving on our board, please e-mail thundervalleyk8pto@gmail.com to get more information!
Thunder Valley K-8 PTO is excited to welcome new partners into our 2026–2027 Community Sponsorship Program. Your sponsorship directly supports student experiences and school initiatives while providing your business with meaningful community exposure.
We would love to partner with you. For more information, please email thundervalleyk8pto@gmail.com.
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.
Recent Updates
View our latest news and announcements.
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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 new school year. We’re excited […]
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