Principal’s Letter

Dear Families,

Thank you for your continued partnership and support in your child’s educational journey. It is a privilege to work with you to nurture both academic success and a strong sense of community within our school.

This year, we have focused on building leadership skills within our students and fostering connections to create an environment where every student and family feels welcome. Your involvement—whether attending events, volunteering, or engaging with your child—makes a tremendous difference and strengthens our bond as a school community.

Looking ahead, we will continue offering opportunities for engagement and connection. Keep an eye out for upcoming events, and feel free to share ideas on how we can grow together.

Thank you for being an essential part of our journey. Together, we can make this year full of growth, discovery, and joy!

With gratitude,

Francesca

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES ARE COMING!
The dates for the upcoming in-person conferences are February 4, 6, and 12.  Our goal is to have 100% of our families meet with their child’s teacher on one of these three nights! 
Don’t hesitate to contact your child’s teacher or the front office to schedule a conference.

If parents would like to schedule a conference with the Specials Team, please let us know via email so that we may work with you to schedule a time.

Marc Gorenstein – PE: [email protected]
Amber Salaz – Music: [email protected]
Eridian Violet – Art: [email protected]

PLEASE SUPPORT OUR AMAZING GRAND VIEW TEACHERS!

The St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation is thrilled to announce that the Celebration of Excellence (formerly Tribute to Teachers) nomination form opens on January 13th! 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 11, 2025, where a district-wide Educator of the Year will also be announced.

Nominations are open January 13 through February 5. 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/

RECYCLING at GVE

The Student Council has been actively learning about effective recycling practices and
sharing this knowledge with our students. Through classroom initiatives, we aim to instill
better recycling habits that extend beyond school and into your homes.

Together, we can make a positive impact!

AUDITIONS

Get Ready to Shine: Talent Show Try-Outs!
�� When: Wednesday, March 12, after school
✨ Where: Grand View Music Room
Showcase your amazing talents to our Teacher Panel!
Important Dates to Remember:

 Rehearsals: Monday, March 24, and April 1, from 3:45 PM to 5:00 PM
 Talent Show Night: Wednesday, April 2, at 6:00 PM
Please note: Not all participants who try out will be selected.

We can’t wait to see your talent!

Friday Food Bags

Grand View Elementary is partnering with a local volunteer network to provide “Friday Food Bags” for families in need.  Bags will be sent home each Friday with a variety of items such as: cereal, milk, juice, snacks, etc.  There is NO COST to participate in this program and all are welcome. If you are interested in participating please complete the following SURVEY. For further questions you can contact the school counselor, Mrs. Malone ([email protected])

Thank you!

Preschool

St. Vrain Preschool Expands to Five-Day-A-Week Programs
Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, St. Vrain Valley Schools will offer five-day-a-week preschool programs. Families can explore a variety of high-quality preschool options tailored to meet families’ unique needs, including half-day morning and afternoon sessions, with full-day programs available at select locations.

Visit svvsd.org/preschool for more details and registration information.

Preschooler, Carson Howe, took second place in Mutton Bustin’ at the National Western Stock Show! Way to go Carson!

Join Us for Tunes, Tales & Tinkering!

February 3 | 5:15-6:45 P.M. | Innovation Center

Preschool-aged families who live in St. Vrain Valley are invited to a magical, musical evening featuring a special reading of Emilia Tries the Cello by local teacher, author, and cellist Dr. Katarina M. Pliego. Accompanied by members of the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, this enchanting story will come to life with a selection of short musical pieces ranging from classical to pop. During the experience, children will have the opportunity to play a variety of instruments and even create their own, blending STEM principles with musical creativity. Books will be given away while supplies last, and snacks and translation services will be available. 

The evening will conclude with a spectacular performance by St. Vrain’s Student Drone Performance Team.

Learn more about this exciting event.

SAVE THE DATE! The St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation is hosting a College Savings Information Night on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 6:00-7:30 pm at the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools.

Parents are invited to learn more about 529 College Savings Plans, the 529 Jump program (for K-3rd grade students), and other state and federal matching programs. Representatives from a variety of financial institutes will be present to answer questions. Dinner, Spanish language interpretation, and childcare will be provided.

25/26 Kindergarten Information Night

Interested in learning how kindergarten works at Grand View Elementary? Join us for Kinder Info Night on Thursday, Feb. 27th from 5:30-6:00pm. This information session is intended for incoming kindergarteners for the 2025-2026 school year. Come meet the teachers, get your questions answered and tour the kindergarten classrooms. Hope to see you there!

Reminders for Families

• Please remind your students they are not allowed to use electronic devices to call you during school hours. We would like them to come to the office to call parents, if necessary. This will help us to provide the right amount of support for your student. All cell phones need to be kept in their backpacks
• If at any time you need to get a hold of your student, please call the front office and we will contact your student during school hours.
• If you are picking up your student during school hours, you must present a photo ID. Please remember to report your child’s absence or tardy to 303-702-8000 or email: [email protected] 
• Our office staff is always available to answer your questions- 303-702-8000
  • Jo Jo  Charles, Principal’s Secretary, [email protected]
  • Emily Pacheco, Registrar/Attendance Clerk, [email protected]
  • Traci Montgomery, Health Clerk, [email protected]

ADDITIONAL REMINDERS

We have so few precious minutes with your children; we want to stay focused on their learning every moment! Therefore, to minimize classroom disruption, please keep in mind the following practices:

• Items such as lunches, coats, etc., must be dropped off at the front office.
• Office staff will then notify the teacher, who will have the student pick up the item when it is least disruptive to their learning (but in time for lunch!)
• Tardy students take their passes and head straight to the classroom as quickly as possible. Parents need to come into the building to sign the student in.
• After-school messages for students should be called into the office by 3:15 pm and reserved for unexpected/significant changes to after-school pickup.
• For early pickup, students will be called out of class once the parent arrives at Grand View. Please allow extra time when picking up your child. It takes a few minutes for the student to collect their belongings and make their way to the front office.

Thank you for helping us preserve our learning environment at Grand View Elementary!

Important Dates to Remember

• February 1 – Robotics Tournament at Eagle Crest Elementary
• February 4, 6, & 12 – Parent/Teacher Conferences
• February 5 – Late Start
• February 14 – NO SCHOOL, Non-Student Contact Day
• February 17 – NO SCHOOL, President’s Day
• February 19 – Bison Brigade Meeting at 6pm
• February 21 – End of 2nd Trimester
• February 24 – Beginning of 3rd Trimester

Positive Behavior Support System (PBIS)

We are excited to continue with our Bison Boutique this year. Our students earn Bison Bucks when they follow the HERD expectations. Throughout the year, students save their Bison Bucks to buy items from the Bison Boutique. We are in need of volunteers to help with our store and preparation for PBIS. Please sign up if you are able to help. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948A5A623A3FDC25-bison1

Grand View Online Spirit Wear Store

Order ANYTIME throughout the year!

Show your Bison Pride by ordering Grand View spirit wear! There are hundreds of designs and garment styles waiting for you! Orders ship to your home in just 10-12 business days! Shop Now!

Yearbooks are now for sale! Please use the link or QR code to preorder a copy.

https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1016917013362075

Bison Brigade – PTO News

The Bison Brigade is excited about all the fun events we have planned for the remainder of the year! The next big event will be our Literacy Night on Friday, January 31 from 6pm-7:30pm. Join us and stamp your passport at each station to get a free book, and enjoy things like guest readers, cocoa and popcorn, crafts, and more reading fun. Our upcoming fundraisers are this Saturday at Panera Bread at The Orchard Town Center location, from 4-8pm, and our Regal Movie Ticket bundles continue to be a hit! Grand View receives 25% back from the movie ticket bundles, and 20% back from Panera Bread – an easy way to support your Bison! 

Don’t forget that conferences are coming up, and we’d love your help supporting our teachers and staff on these long nights. Keep an eye out for the Sign Up Genius links, coming SOON!

Upcoming Dates to Share:

• February 4/6/12: Conference Meals (signup email coming soon!)
• February 19: Next PTO Meeting
• February 28: Hope & Gratitude Event, 6-8 PM
• March 9: Last Day for Regal Movie Tickets
• May 5-9: Teacher Appreciation Week
• Date Pending: Family Fun Night 

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