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Eagle News
Week of October 25, 2021
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Upcoming Events
NJHS Induction Ceremony
Monday, October 25th
4:15pm - 5:15pm
Lifetouch Student Picture Retakes
Tuesday, October 26th
Elementary Parade of Costumes
Friday, October 29th
8:40am - 9:15am
Middle School Halloween Dance
Friday, October 29th
3:45pm - 5:00pm
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Dear Soaring Heights Families,
The room erupts with applause after each song from our orchestra and band students. It was amazing to have our first concert of the year and for our students to be able to show off the fruits of their labor. We wrapped up Innovation field trips in grade K, 3, and 6 to the Denver Zoo this week. Students then design habitats for a specific animal to survive and thrive. Boys basketball season is underway. Robotics teams are meeting regularly as they prepare for the upcoming competition season. This year, students design a robot to catapult balls into a holding bin for points. Middle school Cyber Patriots practice their cyber security skills through authentic simulations and competitions. Elementary students in grades 3-5 have the opportunity to make a difference for our environment at the school level by joining the EcoEagles club. 100 Mile Club has also started up this year to help complement our All School Movement Program. This month’s Kindness Campaign is wrapping up, shifting to a focus on gratitude for next month. We highly recommend our students to get involved with as many activities as possible.
Our Halloween celebrations will take place on October 29. We will begin the day with a parade on our track followed by classroom parties at the elementary level. Our middle school Night of Fright Dance will be outside after school from 3:45-5:00. Parents are welcome to come to the parade outside, but unfortunately are not allowed to attend classroom parties due to COVID protocols. Please make sure to review the details below regarding costume requirements and remember we will not be serving food during our classroom parties. We are looking forward to having a great time with our students and seeing you at the parade. See Halloween information for more details including a parade map.
We are incredibly proud of our students’ accomplishments and are excited to work with students and families to meet each student’s goals that were established during conferences.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly if you have question or need assistance.
Best wishes,
Cyrus Weinberger, Principal
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The EcoEagles is a new club for students at Soaring Heights who care about the environment and want to have a positive impact on our school! This club empowers students to learn about and care for the environment. We will learn about recycling and reducing waste, saving energy, and other topics that are of interest to our club members. This club is open to students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade.
Students will meet weekly on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 beginning October 19th. The club will continue through April 26th. Students will meet in the Makerspace afterschool. Please bring an afternoon snack and water bottle. For questions, contact Kate Nelson (nelson_kathryn@svvsd.org) Club Coordinator
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Innovation has been off to a fantastic start! Our students have really enjoyed the quick design challenges during our introduction module! From now until fall break, we will be in our land module. Land Module PK8 Vertical Alignment & Components:
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PreK/K, 3rd, 6th: Animal Adaptations & Behaviors
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1st, 4th, 7th: Non-renewable vs. Renewable Resources, Natural Disasters, Human Stress Response System
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2nd, 5th, 8th: Plant & Human Adaptations & Behaviors, and Eco-Citizenship in our community.
Want to know more about the innovation program purpose, field trips, partnerships? Please view this presentation that explains innovation with a focus on neuroscience at Soaring Heights PK8.
Upcoming Innovation Field Trips:
-3rd Grade: Denver Zoo: 10/1
-Kindergarten: Denver Zoo: 10/14
-6th Grade: Denver Zoo: 10/22
*Look for an informational email from your child’s teacher.
Looking Ahead:
-Donation Dates: December 1st (Wednesday), 2021, March 2nd (Wednesday), 2022
-Mark your calendars for our innovation exhibition on May 14th, 2022, from 5-7 pm!
Twitter:
-Check out @SHPK8innovation for weekly updates
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Lifetouch Student Picture Retakes
Tuesday, October 26th
Students will visit the stage during school hours to have their picture retaken.
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Keep Up with our PTO Events and Information
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If you have questions, please reach out to our Health Clerk.
Phone: (303) 702-8020 OPT 4
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Thank you for a terrific start to school year. We are enjoying getting to know your children and are excited to establish new friendships along with our daily routines. We appreciate all of your support.
As communicated over the weekend, Soaring Heights will be adjusting our pick-up and drop-off procedures to address traffic concerns. Below is a short video outlining this new process, two maps for visuals, and some important reminders. This new process will start on Wednesday, August 25.
Important Resources:
Please review the video and important reminders to help things run as smoothly as possible. Thank you in advance for your patience.
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Please have a sign in your vehicle window (passenger side, front windshield) with your child's FIRST and LAST name, grade, and teacher's name.
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Please do not park in the staff parking lot; it is for drive through only.
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After 3:10 pm you can park in the Erie High School bus loop and main parking lot and walk over to pick up your child. Please make sure all of the high school buses have departed prior to you utilizing the high school bus loop.
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Kindergarten and preschool pickup and drop-off procedures will remain the same.
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Click Here to view St. Vrain Valley Schools Lunch Menu
We are happy to share that all student meals in SVVSD schools will once again be provided at no cost to families through June 30, 2022.
Even though meals are free, the SVVSD School Nutrition Department is asking that you (PLEASE) complete the online free and reduced lunch application this year, and here is why:
Family Benefits:
-School program fees are waived
-After-school program fees are waived
-Preschool program fees are waived
-SAT and ACT test and college application fees are reduced
-Access to community food bank services are available
-Discounts on utilities and internet service are available
School Benefits:
-Schools receive more federal dollars in their budgets
-Schools receive additional grant dollars in grants targeting school programs
-District Technology receives additional e-rate funding
-SVVSD qualifies to receive more money per student from state and
federal funding which they pass on to classroom support
-SVVSD may become eligible for funding to support more after-school
and pre-school programs
The online application can be found at https://www.myschoolapps.com. Whether you qualify or not, please consider submitting the application for the benefit of your schools.
For menus and additional information regarding school nutrition, please visit:https://stvrainnutrition.org
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The Behavior Code of Conduct
The Behavior Code of Conduct will be available Monday, August 30th in Infinite Campus. While you are completing the Behavior Code of Conduct in Infinite Campus, please take this opportunity to update student contact information. Also if your living situation has changed and you need assistance, you will be able to submit the McKinney-Vento or Migrant Worker form located in Infinite Campus.
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Community Schools
Before & After School Care
St. Vrain’s Community Schools program provides a safe, structured and positive environment that extends school day learning and supports families in need of before- and after-school care. The program provides a balanced menu of educational, enrichment and recreational activities to promote student achievement and engagement. Our childcare program is licensed through the Colorado Department of Human Services for children ages 5-11. For more information please contact David Zuniga, Program Manager at 303-709-3295 or zuniga_david@svvsd.org
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