Principal’s Letter
Hello Grand View Families,
As we wrap up the first part of the school year, we want to share our gratitude for the wonderful start we’ve had together. Your support, encouragement, and involvement have made a tremendous difference in our classrooms and school community.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for trusting us with your children each day. We are so grateful to work alongside such dedicated and caring families.
As we head into the holiday season, we wish you joy, rest, and special moments with loved ones. Please let us know how we can support your family during this time and into the new year.
Warmly,
Francesca
Our Mission
At Grand View, we empower curious, young leaders through an inclusive, loving and collaborative community rooted in empathy, trust, and integrity.
Our Vision
As a leadership focused school, Grand View fosters a nurturing environment where risk-taking is encouraged through hands-on learning and design thinking experiences. We focus on being open-minded while developing meaningful relationships and upholding high expectations
Grand View Elementary Library News: December Fun!
Hey there Grand View Families!
We are so happy to share what’s happening in our Library time during the month of December.
Holidays Around the World
Students will read books and participate in activities that teach them how holidays are celebrated by kids all over the world—learning about special traditions and celebrations from different cultures during library time. It’s a great way to celebrate our diverse world!
Festive Crafts & Giving
We’ll be incorporating fun, seasonal crafts into our scheduled library lessons. More importantly, we are focusing on getting into the true Spirit of Giving through stories and activities that emphasize kindness and helping others in our school community.
Don’t forget that students will also have the opportunity to continue reading over the winter break by accessing thousands of digital books through Sora! Keep those reading streaks going!
Mrs. Amy Markoch, Media Clerk
Health Office
The Health Office is in need of girls & boys pants and shorts of all sizes, PK-5th grade.
Preschool News
Our preschool community came together in a truly special way this month! Preschool families generously volunteered their time, creativity, and resources to build an exciting new Sound Wall for the children to enjoy on the playground, as well as a brand-new outdoor kitchen for rich, imaginative play. This meaningful collaboration between families, teachers, and children is exactly what makes Grand View such a warm, connected, and extraordinary place to learn and grow.
Registration for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ 2026-27 preschool programs begin Dec. 9, 2025. Families can choose from high-quality, five-day programs, including half-day and select full-day options at schools across St. Vrain. The Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) application is included in St. Vrain’s form, and families are encouraged to apply early for the best chance of placement at their preferred school.
2026-2027 Preschool Program Locations
2026-2027 Preschool Registration Information
Learn More About Preschool Programming
Art News
Our students have been working on a mix of new skills and creative projects. 5th, 4th, and 3rd graders are studying Monet. We are recreating his famous “Water Lilies” painting using pastels and paint. We are also sculpting lilies with recycled materials, cupcake liners, and paper plates.
1st and 2nd graders are working on craftsmanship and a variety of seasonal art. Students are also being introduced to mixed-media. They are learning how to mix multiple materials. Our little kinders are enjoying a bunch of drawing skills, songs, and small projects.
So proud of our artists!
Hug-N-Go Lane
When dropping your students off in the Hug-N-Go Lane, we need families to pull through to the south end of the lane. This will help alleviate the traffic on Aggregate Blvd and help students get to school on time. Please have your students ready with backpacks and other belongings so they can just be dropped off. If you want to get out of the car and help your students, please park in the front parking lot and help them get ready. The HUG-N-GO Lane needs to be quick and easy for all families. Also, please pay attention to the cars trying to get out of the HUG-N-GO Lane so we can allow others to go through the lane. We appreciate your attention to this matter and continued support to keep our students and families safe.
Reminder of Hug-N-Go Expectations from 8:45am-9:05am and 3:30pm-3:50pm
No parking in any area of the lane. If you need to help your child out/in the car, need to watch them walk into the building, would like to watch them until the bell rings, any scenario besides a quick drop off please utilize the parking lot.
Please pull all the way forward. This ensures that we are able to fit as many cars as possible into the drop off lane. Abrupt stopping or not pulling all the way forward can not only cause accidents, but it holds up the rest of the line. We understand that it could be a lot to ask your children to walk further to the door. But following these expectations helps our herd as a whole by ensuring all our students are getting into the building quickly and efficiently. We appreciate everyone’s patience during these busy times! Remember when in doubt, park in the parking lot.
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]
- Traci Montgomery, Registrar/Attendance Clerk [email protected]
- Cherie Oatman, Health Clerk, [email protected]
These fees will be posted in Infinite Campus if you wish to pay through IC.
Thank you!
Important Dates to Remember
- Wednesday, December 3 – Late Start – School starts at 11:30am
- Saturday, December 13 – Robotics Tournament at Grand View
- Monday, December 22-Monday, January 5 – NO SCHOOL – Winter Break
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
Volunteering at Grand View
We would love to have volunteers at Grand View again this year. We are requiring all volunteers to be trained before they are able to work with our students. This training will only be for volunteers who are planning on working with students. We will keep track of everyone that has completed the online training. We appreciate your partnership in working with our students! Please click on the link below to complete your training.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Y7V5ZCoh3mDRxACGm8l2J1fa2outBSOyexBrax9k4Fs/edit?usp=sharing
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
The Grand View Holiday Season Sale starts next week!
We’re launching brand-new designs and fresh garments that make perfect gifts for your families this holiday season.
Holiday Sale Details:
- Sale Dates: November 3rd – December 10th
- Guaranteed Delivery by December 23rd
- 20% Off Sitewide
- Friday Flash Sales
Our spirit wear makes wonderful holiday gifts!
Yearbooks are now for sale! Please use the link or QR code to preorder a copy.
https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1016917013362075
Our Bison Ambassadors have been assembling fleece tie blankets for Children’s Hospital. This projec will keep kids warm this Colorado winter
Giving Tree 2026 – Spread Holiday Cheer
Each year, our Grand View community supports Grand View families in need through our Giving Tree. From Dec. 1-12, choose a tag from the tree in the Main Office, purchase the item(s) from the tag, and return it unwrapped with the tag to the Main Office by Wednesday, December 17.
All donations go directly to Grand View families and are distributed confidentially by our team. If your family could use support this season, please contact Katie Malone or Amber Salaz.
Thank you for helping us care for one another!
Thank you all who join us at Breakfast with your Bison and Hope and Gratitude. Your support, whether through volunteering or attending, makes a huge difference.
Our community has showed up during foodraisers, we have raised over $2,000 in restaurant nights this semester.
Help us finish the year off strong with our Movie Fundraiser, purchase a $30.00 movie bundle redeemable at Regal Cinemas. We will receive 25% of each sale.
Use this link to buy: https://grouprai.se/regalcinemas67034s
Want to be more hands on? Join the board! We have a treasurer position open and many more in the upcoming school year. Please reach out with any questions.
Email: [email protected]
Hello Grand View Families!
We are having a great time at Bison Bunch!
Bison Bunch is here to help with all of your Before/After school care needs whether the need is for everyday or every once in a while or just on late start mornings we are here to help!
We also offer a wide variety of enrichment class opportunities. Please make sure to look for those in your students’ newsletters from class as well in their Friday folders. This December we will be offering the following classes: Try it Lacrosse & Golf, Create your Own Wooden Ornament, Flurry the Snowman Stuffy, Gingerbread coffee Cup & Hot Cocoa Bar.
Please be on the lookout in your students Friday folders/newsletters for flyers throughout the school year. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you might have about our wonderful program and enrichment.
Tarah Sable 303-702-8000×21268 [email protected]
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