Dear Parents and Guardians,
Another great week in the books! Besides all of the amazing, rigorous, and engaging classroom instruction that I observe every week, we had our Drums Alive happening in the gym for PE and Music, sunflower art in Art class as well as other great opportunities in Library and STEM. Not to mention our youngest, our preschoolers, who also get a rigorous learning experience each and every day with Miss Stefanie and Mrs. Lisa.
All around, Erie Elementary provides an excellent, well rounded experience for our students thank you to our capable and competent staff who care so much for them. Your kids are in great hands! Speaking of this, please let any families that may have incoming kindergartners know that we are hosting our annual Kindergarten Information Night next month. Please see further down in the newsletter for more information.
Stay tuned next week for parent teacher conference sign up! Your teachers will be sending more information on how to sign up. Conferences are Feb 2, 3, and 5th.
Don’t forget we have no school on Monday, January 19th in honor of MLK holiday. We will see you back on Tuesday!
Mrs. Smythe
STEM
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
Nominate an Educator for our school’s Educator of the Year!
The St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation is thrilled to announce that the Celebration of Excellence nomination form opens on January 12th! This cherished annual event honors outstanding educators from every St. Vrain school who exemplify excellence in their roles and make extraordinary contributions to student success.
We invite students, parents, volunteers, fellow educators, school staff, community members, and business partners to nominate exceptional educators who inspire, innovate, and shape the future. In order to qualify, nominees must be licensed educators in the State of Colorado and employed at a St. Vrain Valley Schools campus for the current school year. Educators who received their school’s Educator of the Year honor within the past two years are not eligible.
Based on your nominations, one educator from each St. Vrain Valley school will be selected as their school’s Educator of the Year. These honorees will be recognized during the Celebration of Excellence on April 10, 2026, where a district-wide Educator of the Year will also be announced.
Nominations are open January 12 through February 1. Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize the educators who make a lasting impact in our schools and community!
Submit your nomination today: https://stvrainfoundation.org/programs/celebration-of-excellence/
Parking lot help – We need your help. If you do pick up in the afternoon, please make sure that you pull up close to the car in front of you. If you can’t pull in and are going to be blocking the road you will need to go around the block. We need to get cars off County Line Rd. asap so we don’t impede the flow of traffic and can get the buses out. Also, please make sure that you park in a designated parking space if you are using the parking lot. In addition, if you have a child who has an e-bike please talk to them about safety and not speeding through the parking lot. You are appreciated!
Save the Date! February 26th 5:00-6:00
Join us for Kindergarten Information Night on February 26th from 5:00-6:00 at Erie Elementary! Meet our teachers, explore our classrooms, and learn more about our exceptional programming. We look forward to welcoming our fall kindergarten families.
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 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.
Classes include:
- Winter Animal Painting
- Polar Bear Stuffy
- Cooking
- Forensic science
- Coding for video game design
SVVSD Opportunities/News
St. Vrain Valley Schools will host a training session for parents and families on February 4 from 4:30–6:00 p.m. at the Innovation Center. This interactive session will focus on supporting behavioral development in early childhood by exploring the root causes of behavior and practical ways to incorporate social-emotional learning (SEL) into daily routines. The session will be led by Allison Roeser, MHS, PCC, author, former educator, and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in social-emotional learning.
Volunteer Opportunity at Erie High School!
Volunteer at the Colorado VEX V5RC Robotics State Championships
The Colorado VEX V5RC Robotics State Championships are seeking volunteers for various roles on Friday and Saturday March 6 and 7th. This event brings together top robotics teams from across the state to compete for a chance to advance to the World Championships. If you are interested in signing up to volunteerplease click here . For more information on the volunteer roles, please see this link.
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: 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
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