Dear Parents and Guardians,
I cannot believe it is here, but this will be the last newsletter of the school year. Everyone always asks me if I am looking forward to having some “peace and quiet” at school and my answer is always no! If I am at work, I want the kids to be here. I truly miss them when they are gone and the students are the very best part of my job. That being said, I hope you have some quality time with them this summer and I hope they thoroughly enjoy their time off. I will be excited for you to hand them back to us in the fall.
I want to thank you for being such a wonderful community. It is hard to believe that I am finishing up my 2nd year with you all. I appreciate all of the support, feedback and collaboration that we get from you to make our school an even better place to be. I am so proud to be a part of this team. As the kids say every day on our announcements; We are Erie Tigers!
Have a wonderful, restful summer break.
2026-2027 Robotics
If you are interested in Robotics for next year, please see the information here.
STEM
Field Day
Mrs. Apple is coordinating our Field Day. Here is the schedule:
Our Field Day will be on Monday May 18th. (If the weather is too rainy, stay tuned for back up plans.)
Kindergarten and 1st grade will be in the morning from 9:15-10:30
2nd, 3rd and 4th grades will be in the afternoon from 1:30-3:00.
5th graders will be outside for both sessions running the stations.
Last Day Picnic
We will be having a last day picnic for students. Please send them with a sack lunch as we will be sitting outside and having lunch with our classes. You are welcome to join if you would like!
CMAS information
Did you know that the Colorado Department of Education’s Family Portal has everything you need to understand your child’s CMAS results? Log in starting Friday, May 29 to access all things CMAS including a score report and videos to help you understand your child’s results. https://familyportal.pearson.com/CO
¿Sabía que el Portal Familiar del Departamento de Educación de Colorado tiene todo lo que necesita para comprender los resultados de CMAS de su hijo? Inicie sesión a partir del viernes 29 de mayo para acceder a todo lo relacionado con CMAS, incluyendo un informe de calificaciones y vídeos que le ayudarán a comprender los resultados de su hijo. https://familyportal.pearson.com/CO
Preschool Registration
Registration for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ 2026-27 preschool programs begin Dec. 9, 2025. Families can choose from high-quality, five-day programs, including half-day and select full-day options at schools across St. Vrain. The Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) application is included in St. Vrain’s form, and families are encouraged to apply early for the best chance of placement at their preferred school.
2026-2027 Preschool Program Locations
2026-2027 Preschool Registration Information
Learn More About Preschool Programming
Safety
Please do not have students access the fields in the mornings right before or right after school. In the spring, we start to have before and after school programs running and we cannot have other students on the fields. In addition, our Tigger Time program will be using the field more often as the weather warms up and, due to licensing, they cannot have other students on the field at the same time. Thank you for your help with this!
Tigger Time Opportunities
Registration is now open for before and after school care for next year. For more information see the Tigger Time information newsletter.
Erie Community School
Upcoming Enrichment Classes
Here is information on the new classes starting in February. Sign up soon as classes do fill up. Use this link for the flyer that has full details and registration links. If you have questions or need financial assistance please contact Cheryl Labadie at labadie_cheryl@svvsd.org or 720-652-7887.
SVVSD Opportunities/News
Erie High School Girls Basketball will be hosting a youth camp on 5/26-5/29. Camp times will be from 9 am until 11 am each day at Erie HS. This camp is for 2026/2027 3rd through 8th grade. Please use the attached link to sign up!
https://stvrain.revtrak.net/WS-Redirect/?wsresource=eventDetail.html%3fid%3d1564283
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.
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.
PTCO News
Counseling Corner
Please see Mrs. Chutes counseling newsletter for some wonderful information:
Here is some additional information about our counselor and resources for our community:
Alissa Chute, School Counselor
Community and Family Resources
Student/Parent Wellness and Engagement Library
Counseling Blog
This blog shares information about lessons and activities covered by our wellness and engagement curriculum
Kindness Matters – It’s Our Policy!
Don’t miss some great deals on Spirit Wear!
Get your custom Erie Elementary School designs & gear:
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Please remember we do not allow animals on school property during school hours. If you bring a pet with you when picking up or dropping off your child it must remain on the public sidewalk or in vehicle. Thank you for keeping our kids and each other safe and comfortable at school.
Volunteer Opportunities
If you would like to volunteer in at school there are so many ways to do so. You can reach our to your child’s teacher to see what they may need. Our wonderful PTCO also is a great way to find out about how to volunteer. If you are planning to volunteer, we need you to fill out this form and turn it in to the front office.
Questions/Concerns/Feedback?
We value our partnership with families. If you have any questions, concerns, feedback, or general wonderings please reach out to myself or Mrs. Neher directly. We love the opportunity to partner with our community, solve problems and build relationships!
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