|
Eagle News
Week of March 14, 2022
|
|
|
Upcoming Events
Spring Break
March 21-25
Spring Group & Individual Photos
Wednesday, March 30th
3rd Grade Music Performance- Erie High School
Thursday, March 31st
6:00pm
2nd Grade Innovation Field Trip- Denver Aquarium
Friday, April 1st
9:00-2:00
Middle School Spring Dance
Friday, April 1st
3:45-5:15
Post Season- HS & MS EDR Robotics Teams- at Soaring Heights
Saturday, April 2nd
8:00- 3:00
|
|
From our entire staff, we wish everyone a safe and relaxing spring break. Please take this time to enjoy time with family and friends, to recharge, and to be ready to have a strong finish to the year. Take some time to revisit your child’s goals for the year and identify some focus areas.
We have had an amazing couple of weeks. Today scientists from Anschutz Neuroscience Program visited the school to work with students on concepts like brain plasticity. Students were able to see a real brain as they learned about the different areas of the brain and what they control in the body. Middle schoolers continued visits to CU Boulder and Colorado School of Mines as they work with individual scientists as part of the Earth Explorers program. We have 10 robotics teams heading to the World Competition in Texas. This is a huge accomplishment considering there are 25 SVVSD teams attending out of over 150 teams district wide and 10 of them are from Soaring Heights. Our wrestling team had a successful season with many top place finishes at the end of season tournament. Additionaly we had, incredible performances by our 4th graders at Erie High School, Band and Orchestra concerts, along with strong representation at the All-State choir concert.
State testing will begin on April 11 through April 21 followed by make-ups. Please make sure your student is here during this timeframe and is well rested. It will be very important that your student arrives with a charged iPad. We will send out more information when we return from break.
Do not hesitate to let us know if you have questions or need assistance.
Best wishes,
Cyrus Weinberger, Principal
Meghan Quirk, Assistant Principal
Krystal Trinkler, Dean
Matt Romig, Dean
|
|
|
|
Road Construction on County Road 5: Road Closure
Beginning Monday, March 14, County Road 5 will be closed to all traffic north of the Soaring Heights main entrance. Please click here for more information from the Town of Erie and a map of the impacted area.
Both entrances to Soaring Heights will remain open; however, they will only be accessible for cars traveling north on County Road 5, or traveling east on the newly opened Flora View Dr. Cars exiting the parking lots will not be allowed to turn north. If needed, Erie PD will be on-site to assist with traffic flow and pedestrian safety.
|
|
|
|
Mobile Black History Museum
Our students had an opportunity this week to walk through a Mobile Black History Museum curated by one of Soaring Heights families. Dr. Cole and his family have been building this collection for many years.
Soaring Heights students may submit an essay from their visit addressing "Someone in history I never knew about, but after ready about them I am inspired..." Dr. Cole will award Rockies tickets for the best essay.
|
|
|
|
Anschutz Neuroscience Program Visit
|
|
|
Hello Soaring Heights Families!
We are excited to share that the VEX Robotics team is currently accepting new students for the 2022-23 season! The VEX Robotics Competition offers students the opportunity to explore engineering and computer science concepts in a competitive format that will push them to grow problem-solving and interpersonal skills. This is a year-long commitment and has a registration fee of $300. Registration covers the cost of regular-season competitions, equipment, teacher mentors, and a team t-shirt. Please complete the survey below if your student is interested in joining the program next year!
Grade level for the 2022-23 school year:
Elementary 4th and 5th-grade survey
Middle School 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade survey
Please direct any questions to Jamie Nesbitt, the VEX Robotics Coach, at nesbitt_james@svvsd.org "
|
|
|
|
Spring Photos and Class Photos on March 30
All classes will have class photos on March 30. Students/Families may also have a spring individual photo taken. Orders for the spring photos will be online only.
If you are interested in ordering one of the photos, please visit mylifetouch.com and enter the appropriate Picture Day ID. ONLY online orders will be accepted.
Group Photos Picture Day ID: EVTCRCMFZ
Spring Individual Photos Picture Day ID: EVTKWKZWT
|
|
|
|
Please encourage your student to check Lost and Found. We will donate all items on April 1st.
|
|
|
|
5th Grade Idiom Wax Museum
|
|
|
|
Insurance Fees Due!
Students' current iPad insurance must be paid in full to be eligible for insurance the following year. Please visit the payments page to pay for insurance and any outstanding fees.
|
|
|
|
Congratulations Wrestlers!!
|
|
|
|
Project Launch
Academic proficiency is an important district goal for all elementary students. Research shows that extended school year learning opportunities positively affect student success.
Project Launch program includes:
-
Targeted literacy practice daily
-
Content literacy in science and social studies
-
Focused math study and exploration
-
Transportation provided
-
Breakfast, lunch and snack
-
Exiting Kindergarten – 4th Grade Students
-
Available at no cost to families
Date & Times
Monday-Thursday, June 6 - June 30, 2022
8:30-3:30 PM
Attendance all 16 days is critical
Registration Deadline March 18, 2021
Contact your school for a registration form
|
|
|
|
Our PTO is bursting with activity. Please read the PTO Newsletter and be connected!
|
|
|
|
Please bring your water bottles to school! We have a VERY limited supply of disposable drinking cups, so we request students bring bottles from home.
PLEASE! No open drinks in class--Only water bottles
|
|
|
 Save the Date!
Elementary music concerts are back this year! Please mark your calendars for the following dates:
3rd Grade- March 31st, 6pm @ Erie High School
2nd Grade- April 28th, 6pm @ SHPK-8
1st Grade- April 26th, 6pm @ SHPK-8
We're so excited to show off as a community again! Look for more details closer to our show times!
Thank you!
Mrs. Waskiewicz
waskiewicz_april@svvsd.org
|
|
|
If you have questions, please reach out to our Health Clerk.
Phone: (303) 702-8020 OPT 4
|
|
|
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
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
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
|
|
|
|
|
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.
|
|
Soaring Heights Resources
|
|
|
Follow the #StVrainStorm on Twitter! >>
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
