Dear Parents/Guardians,
I hope you have managed to stay warm this week! I have had a few questions about our inclement weather procedures, particularly in regards to recess. We feel strongly that students do better when they are able to get some fresh air and exercise. To that end, we try to go out to recess as much as possible. However, we know that there are times that we just cannot take them out. Here is an excerpt from our staff handbook:
Weather permitting, all children will go outside during recess. Office staff will monitor weather conditions including wind chill /temp using various accredited resources. If the temperature with wind chill is 14 or below, an indoor inclement schedule will be followed. Rain, sleet, rain/sleet/snow mix will result in change to indoor inclement schedule.
So, please make sure that you are dressing the kids warm on those cold days in case they go outside. Their safety and well being is always our number one priority when making any decisions.
Thank you for all that you do and I hope you enjoy this long weekend!
STEM!
Volunteer opportunity at Erie High School!
Volunteer at the Colorado VEX V5RC Robotics State Championships! (We have Erie Elementary teams competing so you can also show your support!)
Erie High School is thrilled to host the Colorado VEX V5RC Robotics State Championships on March 14-15, and we need your help! This is a fantastic opportunity to support our students and the future of STEM.
We’re looking for volunteers to assist with various roles, including judging (training provided), field setup, registration, pit support, and more. Volunteers will receive complimentary meals and an event t-shirt.
If you’re interested in volunteering, please sign up at:
- Judging: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044AA8AA2FABFB6-54888406-colorado
- Event Support: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044AA8AA2FABFB6-52566832-colorado
Please indicate your preferred role(s) and availability in the above forms (Friday, Saturday, or both). No prior robotics experience is necessary. We are so grateful for the outstanding support of the Erie community!
News & Reminders
All first graders are getting ready for their first big performance and art share! Please join us in the library at Erie Elementary to hear some sweet voices and a fun art activity.
Date: Wednesday, March 5th
Time:***Mr. Sayers & Mrs. Licardi’s classes arrive time 5:50 with a 6:00 performance
***Mrs. Hunt’s & Mrs. Beamer’s classes arrive at 6:10 with a performance at 6:20
What should kids wear: Anything that they would be happy to perform in!
Where: the Library & Art Room at Erie Elementary
We can’t wait to see you there! Sincerely, your first grade students, Mrs. Schultz and Mrs. Nicholson
Another Reading Challenge!
We won 3rd place in the district during our Winter Reading Challenge. Let’s see if we can do even better this Spring!
The Challenge is On! The Healthy Kids 5210+ Challenge is a FREE month-long program, during February, where students, school staff and families learn and practice the 5210+ healthy habits. The goal is to get 5 servings of fruits and vegetables, 2 hours or less of recreational screen time,1 hour or more of physical activity, 0 sugary drinks and 9 or more hours of sleep every day! Your student(s) will be bringing home a tracking log to keep track of their healthy habits throughout the month of February. Students that complete 80 checkmarks on their log will earn a FREE t-shirt. All students and staff that participate can help our school earn money for PE equipment and school wellness initiatives. 5210+ • HEALTHY KIDS LEARN BETTER! Check with the PE or classroom teacher for more information.
From Erie High School
The students of Erie High School’s Student Government have joined together to host a Wish Week to raise money for Make-A-Wish® Colorado and help create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We would like to invite you to join us and help grant wishes for kids like Edwin and his wish to go to Walt Disney World.
These wishes are unique, powerful and life-changing. Wishes have proven physical and emotional benefits that can give children with critical illnesses a higher chance of survival. When a wish is granted, a child replaces fear with confidence, sadness with joy, and anxiety with hope. A wish transforms the lives of children, their families, volunteers, supporters, medical professionals, and entire communities.
Help us to transform the lives of these deserving kids. There are lots of ways your school community can get involved! Our Wish Week will be held February 24-28th, 2025, and we invite you to participate in our events throughout the week. Below is a list of Wish Week events, including restaurant nights. Please share this information with your school community and encourage them to support the week by eating at the various restaurants!
The schedule is as follows:
| Monday 2/24 | Tuesday 2/25 | Wednesday 2/26 | Thursday 2/27 |
| Chipotle548 W South Boulder Rd, Unit D, Lafayette, CO 80026 5:00-9:00 pm | Noodles & Company534 W South Boulder Rd, Unit A, Lafayette, CO 80026 4:00-8:00 PM | Panda Express16816 Sheridan Pkwy, Broomfield CO 80023 9:30 am-10:00 pm | Mod Pizza16818 Sheridan Pkwy, Suite 124Broomfield, CO 80023 Fundraiser Code: MODGIVES25 |
You can also support our efforts by sharing our online fundraising link with your school community or creating your own fundraising activities at your school. Easy fundraising ideas include penny wars, classroom competitions or spirit days. Attached are various flyers and our QR code that links directly to our fundraising website.
If you’re interested in learning more about how you can support our efforts and help grant even more wishes for these brave kids, please contact me at salzeider_ryan@svvsd.org.
Together, we can make a difference in our community!
District Opportunities
Upcoming Parent University Session, February 20
St. Vrain’s Parent University program provides training, information, and resources to parents and caregivers to support the well-being and success of their children.
Join us on Zoom, Feb. 20 from 5-6:30 p.m.
Adolescent RISE with Nicholas Thompson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Adolescent RISE is a presentation that takes a fun and informative look at the developmental period of adolescence (ages 10-25). It includes debunking myths about adolescence, understanding the four qualities of adolescence (risk taking, identity formation, social reorientation, and emotional intensity), and learning about the tweenage brain. With this foundation established, ways to better support our kids will be discussed.
Please register online to assist with planning purposes.
Learn more about St. Vrain’s Parent University and register for upcoming events
Message from our PTCO
Erie Elementary will be participating in the fifth annual
Hope and Gratitude project!
This year’s event will be held at Coal Creek Park on February 28th, 6-8 pm. It will feature luminaries made by students and staff from the elementary and middle schools throughout Erie as well as some Erie Homeschoolers. We need your help with set up and clean up. Please sign up here to volunteer!
Counseling Corner
Here is some information about our counselor and resources for our community:
Alissa Chute, School Counselor
Community and Family Resources
Student/Parent Wellness and Engagement Library
Community Schools Opportunities
Erie Community School
Upcoming Enrichment Classes
Classes starting soon!
Comics, Cartoons, and Characters ROUND 2 – NEW Pricing!
Valentine Heart Tied Fleece Pillow
Hoops and Balls (Basketball)
For full details including pricing, click HERE.
Don’t miss some great deals on Spirit Wear
Stay warm with Erie Elementary School crewneck pajama pants! This week only, save 25% on all pajama pants! Shop at https://1stplace.sale/16097
Upcoming Promotions:
- 2/17 – 2/23: $8 off all long sleeve tees
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.
Free or Low Cost Dental Care
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. Sisk directly. We love the opportunity to partner with our community, solve problems and build relationships!
Upcoming Events
Late starts: 3/5, 4/2, and 5/7
Doors Open 11:15
First Bell 11:30
Tardy Bell 11:35
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