Dear Parents/Guardians,
Happy end of April! Spring is in full bloom (despite the drizzle today) and so is the excitement here at school. Our students are thriving, exploring new ideas, and showing incredible growth both academically and socially. As we head into the final stretch of the school year, thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Please keep an eye on upcoming dates for spring events, testing, and end-of-year celebrations—we’re looking forward to making lasting memories together! Just a reminder that there is no school on Monday. We will see you all back on Tuesday and I hope you have a great weekend.
STEM!
District STEM Opportunity
Please join us at the Innovation Center on Tuesday, May 6 for our annual STEM Night! We’ll have STEM activities, a Make and Take section, and content specific STEM events in each of our focus areas, which include: Artificial Intelligence, Aerospace, Biosciences, Cybersecurity, Digital & Virtual Design, Entrepreneurship, Robotics, and Video Production. In addition, we’ll have larger outdoor STEM opportunities, the Student Design Guild, and Cardboard Carnival Games! Come to play from 4:30-6:30. Want to be a part of the Student Design Guild and / or the Carnival Games? Check out the attached flier to see how YOU can participate!
News & Reminders
One of our Robotics teams has qualified for the WORLDS Robotics Tournament in Dallas, TX this May! Congratulations to our team and coaches and a big thank you to Larissa Mangione who coordinates our Robotics program at Erie Elementary!
Community Schools
Erie Community School
Upcoming Enrichment Classes – last classes for the year….
To register go to stvrain.revtrak.net or use the links below.
If you have questions or need financial assistance please contact Cheryl Labadie at [email protected] or 720-652-7887
Squeegee Cats
Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and fun with Ms. Kelly. She will guide you through the trending technique of squeegee painting. This technique can be used in many different ways, but for this class it will be used to make adorable cats! This will be done on a 12” x 16” canvas board using acrylic paints. Please make sure your child does not wear anything special that day, in case they get paint on it.
Instructor: Miss Kelly, Tigger Time staff
Days: Friday, 4/25
Time: 3:40 – 4:40 PM
Where: Erie Art Room
Grades: 3-5 ONLY
# of students: 8min/12 max
Cost: $25
Registration Deadline: Thursday, 4/24
Registration link: Squeegee Cats
Drone and Aviations
Are you ready to pilot your own adventure? Join our afterschool aviation and drone program, where you’ll explore the fascinating world of flight, design and conquer drone obstacle courses, and master the skies! It’s all about learning, creating, and having a blast—you’ll discover cool facts about airplanes, try your hand at flying drones, and develop skills you never knew you had. Whether you’re soaring high or navigating tricky twists, one thing’s for sure—it’s going to be unforgettable fun!
Instructor: NamaSTEM
Days: Wednesday, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14
Time: 3:40 – 4:40 PM
Where: Erie El Library
Grades: 2-5 ONLY
# of students: 10min/25max
Cost: $45
Registration Deadline: Monday, 4/26
Registration link: Drones and Aviation
Dragon Stuffy
Enjoy a fun afternoon of making, naming and adopting your very own dragon. Then we will have some imaginative dragon play before heading home.
Instructor: Miss Cheryl, Community School Manager
Days: Friday, 5/2
Time: 3:40 – 4:40 PM
Where: Erie El Library
Grades: K-5
# of students: 8min/16max
Cost: $25
Registration Deadline: Thursday, 5/1
Registration link: Dragon Stuffy
Mother’s Day Flower Pot
Enjoy an afternoon of crafty fun and paint mom something special. Mrs. Nicolson will guide the students through painting this adorable 6” terra cotta pot for mom and child to plant flowers in.
Instructor: Mrs. Nicholson, Art Teacher
Days: Wednesday, 5/7
Time: 3:40 – 4:40 PM
Where: Erie Art Room
Grades: K-5
# of students: 8min/20max
Cost: $20
Registration Deadline: Monday, 5/5
Registration link: Mother’s Day Flower Pot
Summer opportunities
Project Launch registrations are open. Here is a link with more information.
There’s Still Time to Register for Innovation Center Summer Programming!
From outdoor adventures and creative design to coding, aeronautics, music innovation, and more—the Innovation Center’s summer programming offers something for every interest and age group. Open to students entering grades 1–12, these hands-on experiences spark curiosity, build new skills, and create lasting memories. Programs run throughout June and July at Timberline PK-8, Westview Middle, and Frederick High.
Learn more and register today.
District Opportunities
Learn more about St. Vrain’s Parent University and register for upcoming events
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
Don’t miss some great deals on Spirit Wear
The Erie Elementary School Spring Sale is underway, featuring all new designs! You’ll save 20% with code: SPRING. Shop at https://1stplace.sale/16097
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 start: 5/7
Doors Open 11:15
First Bell 11:30
Tardy Bell 11:35
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