Dear Parents and Guardians,
It has been a wonderful week here at school. The kids have quickly settled back into our routines after having a week off. Our 3rd-5th grade students are gearing up for CMAS testing. Our upcoming state assessment (CMAS) is an opportunity for students to demonstrate what they’ve learned, and for our school to better understand how to support continued growth. It is important to remember that these assessments are just one snapshot of a child’s learning journey.
3rd through 5th graders will be taking CMAS in the mornings from April 7th through the 17th. Our goal is for all students to be at school during the assessment window. Please try not to schedule appointments or vacations during this time. If you know your child will be missing one or more days of CMAS, please email your child’s teacher.
You can support your child by ensuring they get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, arrive on time, and feel reassured that they can take their time and do their best.
Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns!
Reminder – Wednesday, April 1st is a late start day and our morning schedule is as follows:
Doors Open 11:15
First Bell 11:30
Tardy Bell 11:35
It is hard to believe, but we are starting to gear up for next school year! This is the time of year when we are preparing for creating class lists. If you would like to give us any information regarding your student for us to take into consideration, please fill out this form. This form is optional.
As always, thank you for your partnership and I hope you have a great weekend!
Music News:
The time is quickly approaching for the Third Grade Concert and Roar In Harmony Spring Concert! Our students have been working hard, and we hope you will be able to join us for a fun evening of music as they share everything they’ve learned.
Who: All Third Grade students and Roar In Harmony choir members
When: Monday, April 6 at 6:00 PM
Students should arrive at 5:45 PM. Please note that doors to the building will remain locked until 5:45 PM.
Where: Erie High School Auditorium
What to Wear:
- Third Grade: White tops with black pants, skirts, and shoes (or as close as possible).
- Roar In Harmony: Choir music shirts & dark pants/ skirts
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Schultz at schultz_anna@svvsd.org.
We look forward to a wonderful evening of music and hope to see you there!
Also…
Monday, May 4th(student arrival 5:15) 5:30 Band Concert
- Erie Elementary Gymnasium
From our library:
STEM
Art News!
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
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
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!
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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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