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Eagle News
Week of October 18, 2021
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Upcoming Events
Non Student Contact Days
No School
Friday, October 15th & Monday, October 18th
Middle School Band and Orchestra Concert
Thursday, October 21, 2021
6:00pm - 8:00pm
6th Grade Innovation Field Trip
Denver Zoo
Friday, October 22, 2021
Lifetouch Student Picture Retakes
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
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Greetings Soaring Heights Families,
We hope this newsletter finds you well and you are enjoying the cooler fall weather. Parent-teacher conferences went smoothly. It was wonderful seeing families in the building and connecting online. Our students have much to be proud of and we thank you for your support and partnership.
Soaring Heights kicked off our school-wide Kindness Campaign. Students have been working on different ways to show kindness, nominating classmates for their acts of kindness, and creating posters and videos to share with the school community.
Please continue to talk with your child about St. Vrain’s Student Code of Conduct. We value our school community and as we continue to RISE through responsibility, Integrity, Service and Excellence we will continue to grow and progress. Please know we are committed to supporting each other and the continued success of Soaring Heights PK-8 students and staff. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to us. We wish everyone a wonderful four day weekend!
Sincerely,
Cyrus Weinberger, Principal
Meghan Quirk, Assistant Principal
Krystal Trinkler, Dean of Students
Matt Romig, Dean of Students
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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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Lifetouch Student Picture Retakes
Tuesday, October 26th
Students will visit the stage during school hours to have their picture retaken.
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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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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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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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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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Make a difference.
Join the #StVrainStorm
St. Vrain Valley Schools is hiring essential positions in the following departments: transportation services, before- and after-school childcare, nutrition services, custodial services, and special education paraprofessionals. St. Vrain team members are an integral part of their school and building community and serve as role models for students. Employees in essential roles enjoy strong benefit packages, flexible schedules, and paid training.
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Soaring Heights Resources
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SVVSD - Standard Response Protocols
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