Happy Friday Raptor Families!

What a great first week back from break. It was wonderful connecting with students and getting back into the swing of things. CMAS starts on April 9th. Please make sure to read the information that is attached below and check your email that you received with additional communication from us earlier this week.

Next week is our first track meet is at Thunder Valley on Monday, April 1st after school. On Tuesday, we have our 3rd Grade Music Concert 6:00pm in the Auditorium. Please enter through door number two. We also have a Cafecito meeting on Tuesday, April 2nd at 6:00pm in the Library.

As a reminder, the front of the school is for Kindergarten drop off and pick up only. 1st-8th please use the west side parking lot. Please be courteous at pick up and drop off and allow others to back out from the parking lot and exit. Thank you for helping keep our students safe.

We appreciate your continued 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


CMAS Testing Information

Dates

  • Math and Language Arts: April 9th through 17th.
  • Science testing (5th and 8th Grade only): April 18th through the 22nd.

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.


Late Starts for the School Year:

April 3rd, May 1st

School starts at 11:05 am, the earliest students can be dropped off is 10:50 am. Buses pick up 2.5 hours later than their normal pick-up time.


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 is 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

Monday-Thursday, June 3 – June 27, 2024

8:00-3:00 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

Middle School Parents! Please fill out the following google form if you are interested in having your student participate in Project Launch this summer. If you have questions, please email Mr. Elwood at [email protected]

Middle School Project Launch Interest Form
¡Padres de escuela secundaria! Complete el siguiente formulario de Google si está interesado en que su estudiante participe en el Lanzamiento del Proyecto este verano. Si tiene preguntas, envíe un correo electrónico al Sr. Elwood a [email protected]

Middle School Project Launch Interest Form


Cafecito

Este programa le dará la oportunidad de:

  • Poner límites con amor
  • Abrir canales de comunicación efectiva con sus hijos
  • Enseñar responsabilidad, valor y otros importantes rasgos de carácter
  • Alentar el éxito en la escuela
  • Estimular la independencia
  • Recobrar la alegría de ser padres

Cuándo: abril 2

Dónde: Escuela Thunder Valley

Hora: 6:00 pm a 7:30 p.m.

Tendremos snacks y cuidado de niños~ Regístrese AQUÍ


Track Meets

Monday April 1st- Track Meet at Thunder Valley at 3:45PM

Monday April 8th- Track Meet at Mead High at 3:30PM

Monday April 15th- Track Meet at Skyline High at 3:30PM

Friday April 19th 5th & 6th grade only- District Meet at Mead High at 2:00PM

Monday April 22nd Track Meet at Thunder Valley 3:45PM

Thursday April 25th 7th and 8th grade only District Meet at Longmont High 1:00PM


Attention 100 Mile Club Parents

Please make sure to drop your kids off no earlier than 7:50am so that there is supervision for them. 

Thank you!

100 Mile Club Coaches


Community Schools K-5 Registration for 2024-2025 Opens Next Week

Community Schools offers dynamic extended learning day opportunities for children in grades K-5. Students are provided with a nurturing environment before- and after-school that fosters academic achievement, community, social-emotional growth, and creativity. Availability is limited and interested families are encouraged to register early and select their anticipated days of care immediately.

Learn More About the Registration Process


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


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