Principal’s Letter

Dear Families,

As we approach the Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) state testing, we want to ensure that our students feel confident and prepared. CMAS is an important assessment that helps measure student learning and guides instruction to support their growth for students in grades 3rd-5th.

How You Can Help Your Child Prepare:
✅ Ensure a Good Night’s Sleep – A well-rested brain is ready to focus!
✅ Provide a Healthy Breakfast – Nutritious meals fuel thinking and concentration.
✅ Encourage a Positive Attitude – Confidence goes a long way in reducing test anxiety.
✅ Arrive On Time – Being punctual helps students start the day stress-free.

Testing will take place April 8th-April 25th. 3rd-5th grades will all have ELA and math assessments and 5th grade will also test in science. Please avoid scheduling appointments during this time to allow your child to do their best.

Kindergarten through 2nd grade will start their end of the year assessments in May.

Thank you for your continued support in helping our students shine! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

Respectfully,

Francesca Craver

Grand View ROCKS!

Student Council will be beginning our legacy project: Grand View ROCKS!

We will be painting inspiration messages and beautiful scenes on pond stones to decorate and beautify the front of the school. We are in need of some supplies (large pond rocks, acrylic paint, paint sealing spray): please visit this link for our Amazon Wish List

PERFORMANCE

Wednesday, April 2, at 6:00 PM in the Gymnasium

Preschool Staff Spotlight

Grand View’s Preschool Team: Laura & Shiloh!

At Grand View Elementary, Laura and Shiloh each lead their own preschool classrooms, but their collaboration plays a key role in giving students a strong start to their education. They regularly plan and share ideas — both formally and informally — to create a supportive and engaging environment that meets the needs of every student.

Their approach is hands-on and adaptable. They co-create task boxes to support different learning styles and adjust activities to challenge students at the right level. Some may work on CVC word bingo instead of alphabet bingo, while others focus on addition rather than simple counting to build on their skills.

Beyond academics, they emphasize classroom community. Their students follow three simple yet meaningful rules: be safe, be helpful and be a good friend — values that create a space where children feel connected and supported. They also introduce Sean Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, encouraging students to be proactive, listen to others and collaborate.

For Laura and Shiloh, preschool is a time of discovery and growth. “We love the creativity that comes with planning and teaching preschool,” they said. “It’s a magical time as students are filled with curiosity and excitement for learning. Seeing their faces light up when they learn something new is simply the best.”

Their dedication and teamwork make Grand View’s preschool classrooms a place where young learners build confidence, curiosity and a love of learning.

Kindergarten News

Spring is here and that means kindergarten will once again be hatching chicks! Students will learn all about animal needs and the life cycle of a chicken. Incubators will be on display for all Grand View students to watch the process- we are expecting our eggs to hatch the week of April 15th. The chicks will spend a few days at school and then go to live on a nearby local farm. 

Friday Food Bag

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.

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

• April 2 – Late Start – school starts at 11:30am
• April 2 – Talent Show at 6pm
• April 16 – Bison Brigade Meeting at 6pm
• April 17 – WingShack in Dacono Foodraiser 4-8pm
• April 28 – NO SCHOOL – Non-Student Contact Day

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

Dear Grand View Families,

The Bison Brigade is excited to share updates on our recent fundraisers and upcoming events!

 Thanks to your support, our Regal Cinema Movie Fundraiser raised nearly $250, and our Mod Pizza Restaurant Night brought in $140. Every contribution makes a difference for our school!

 Don’t forget to purchase tickets to the Colorado Rockies Opening Weekend games, April 5th & 6th! Grand View will receive a portion of your ticket sales back when you use this link and select our school.

 Family Fun Night was a smashing success! We’re so grateful to spend time with our Bison Community and hope everyone enjoyed themselves. THANK YOU for your silent auction bids and purchases, be sure to post pictures on our Facebook page of your winnings!

 BOARD VP NEEDED!
Alright, friends—this is our official (and slightly desperate) plea for a new PTO Vice President! The role would start officially in June 2025, and this is a 2-year gig – we promise it’s mostly fun. If you or someone you know would be perfect for the job, let us know! [email protected]  Upcoming events: 
PTO Meeting – April 16th, 6pm Learning Commons
WingShack Foodraiser – April 17th, 4-8pm in Dacono

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