Dear Parents and Guardians,
Happy last day of school before Winter Break! As a reminder, the break is from December 22nd through January 6th. As our year comes to an end and with preliminary testing results back, I want to share that our students are making some amazing growth and progress since the beginning of the year. Thank you to you, our students’ hard work and the dedication of our staff we continue to see amazing results at Erie Elementary. I can’t wait to see what the second half of the year holds. We hope that you have a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year and we will see you all back on January 6th!
Mrs. Smythe
STEM
click here for a link to Mrs. Stem’s news and activities: https://bit.ly/EESSTEMnews
Music News!
Hello Roar families! Here are our upcoming performances:
Wednesday, March 25th Time TBD- Erie Choral Celebration
- Erie High School Gymnasium
Monday, April 6th: 6:30 @ Erie High School
Spring Choir Concert & performing for 3rd graders @ EHS
Art News!
News from the office
Please pay your child’s 2025-26 $10.00 supplies fee as soon as possible. You can pay this through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal. This fee helps subsidize Erie Elementary’s supplies budget for our kids this year. Thank you!
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
Tigger Time Opportunities
Erie Community Schools Enrichment Opportunities
Erie Community Schools Enrichment Opportunities
Here are some great classes to keep your students busy during the short days of winter. Use this LINK for the flyer with full information with registration links. For financial assistance or questions, please contact Cheryl Labadie, labadie_cheryl@svvsd.org or 720-652-7887.
SVVSD Opportunities/News
SNAP Benefit Update from CDE
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has asked us to share this information with our community: Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits for November may be delayed. School meals are still available. If you need additional food before your SNAP benefits are available, there are local resources that can help:
- Colorado 211: Call 2-1-1- or 866-760-6489 or visit www.211colorado.org
- Feeding Colorado: Visit www.feedingcolorado.org/find-food or email info@feedingcolorado.org
- Hunger Free Colorado Food Resource Hotline: 855-855-4626
Register for 2025-2026 Transportation Services
St. Vrain’s Transportation Department is dedicated to consistently delivering excellent service for our students and their families and we are currently preparing for the upcoming school year. If you are interested in having your child ride the bus for the 2025-2026 school year, please apply for transportation services as soon as possible. St. Vrain’s Transportation Department makes every effort to accommodate as many eligible riders as possible. Apply for transportation services online.
Visit Transportation Services online to learn more about eligibility requirements.
Important iPad Updates for the 2025–2026 School Year
St. Vrain’s District Technology Services has made several updates to student iPads for the upcoming school year to support a focused and secure digital learning environment both at school and at home. One key update is the implementation of a new internet filter, Securly, which adds an extra layer of protection to iPads by blocking certain types of websites.
For more information about these updates – and what they mean for your child’s device — please click here.
Notes from our Health Office
A note from the library
We are out of the loaner dongles/headphones with type c adapters. If your child has lost or broken theirs, please send them with a new pair as we have gone through all of the spare ones that we had. If you are unable to afford a replacement, please reach out so we can problem solve. Thank you for your help.
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
Please complete the Erie Elementary School Student Support Survey. One for each child, in grades K-5, by Friday, September 5. Link to support survey
Elementary school is about academic excellence. It is also about learning social skills, like making and keeping friends, emotional regulation, self-control, perspective taking and executive functioning skills like time-management and organization. At the elementary level, we are building self-efficacy and sometimes we need a little help.
Counseling support at Erie Elementary School includes whole-class counseling lessons, small group and brief, solution-focused counseling opportunities with the goal of keeping students in the classroom, learning and relating to others appropriately.
This survey will help us assess the needs of grade levels and individual students, so that we can be proactive in our support. Thank you for your participation. Please contact Alissa Chute, School Counselor, with questions.
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: 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.
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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Recent Updates
View our latest news and announcements.
Superintendent’s Update: Congratulations Class of 2026
Graduation is my favorite time of year, and this spring, as I have the privilege of celebrating my first graduation season as Superintendent of St. Vrain Valley Schools, I am overwhelmed with pride for the approximately 2,400 graduates who will walk across the stage to receive their diplomas.
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More Than Music: Erie Elementary Students Build Confidence and Connection Through Band
Fourth and fifth grade students at Erie Elementary file into the music room with anticipation, eagerly pulling their instruments from their cases as they prepare for their final performance of the year. The sounds of trumpets, trombones, clarinets, flutes, and even a saxophone quickly fill the room as students warm-up. While a handful of students […]
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St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year
St. Vrain Valley Schools has been recognized by the NAMM Foundation as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education, marking the district’s sixth consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. This national designation celebrates school districts that demonstrate exceptional commitment to ensuring all students have access to high-quality music education as part of a […]
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