Principal’s Letter

Dear Grand View Families,

As we approach the end of another school year, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. Thank you for entrusting us with the education and well-being of your precious children throughout the year.

It has been an absolute pleasure watching your students grow, learn, and flourish in our classrooms. Their curiosity, enthusiasm, and determination have truly been inspiring. None of their achievements would have been possible without your unwavering support and encouragement at home.

As we come to the end of this academic year, I hope that you and your families have a fantastic summer filled with fun, laughter, and cherished memories. May this break be a time of relaxation for you and your family.

For those students who will be returning next year, we look forward to continuing this wonderful journey together. And for those who will be moving on to new adventures, know that you will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we wish you nothing but success and happiness.

Once again, thank you for sharing your amazing children with us. It has been an honor and a privilege to be a part of their educational journey. Wishing you all a fantastic remainder of the year and a joyous summer ahead.

Thank you,

Francesca

Please congratulate our fantastic Teacher of the Year Finalists: Breanna Gutierrez, Chelsea Segoviano and Amy Zoch! Three of the many amazing teachers at Grand View!

Intent to Return for 2024-2025 School Year

It’s time when we start looking at next year and making sure we have the right amount of teachers and support for our students. We need your help in this process. Please fill out this form with your intentions for next school year. We appreciate your help! Intent to Return Form 2024-2025

Congratulations to our incredible students and their dedicated teacher, Mrs. Kramer on their outstanding artwork showcased at the District Art Show! Their talent, creativity, and hard work have truly shone brightly, capturing the attention and admiration of all who have had the privilege to view their pieces. This achievement is a testament to their passion for the arts and commitment to excellence. We are immensely proud of their accomplishments and look forward to seeing their artistic journeys continue to flourish. Well done!

Best of luck at the VEX World Championship!

Health Office News

Medications: If your student has medication in the health office, please watch for information regarding pick up date/time.

Medication for students in summer programs, such as Project Launch or Bison Bunch, will need to be transferred by the parent/guardian. Medications can not be transferred by the school. Any medications not picked up by noon on May 24th will be destroyed. 

Health Plans: If your student has a current health plan, a copy will be sent out for the 2024-2025 school year. Health plans and medication forms are good for one year from the date signed by the health care provider. Please contact me to find out when a current plan expires. 

Immunizations: Letters will be sent out regarding required vaccines for the 2024-2025 school year. Information on vaccine exemptions will also be provided.

Please reach out with questions:

Traci Montgomery 

303-702-8000 ext 21212

PLEASE HELP SPONSOR OUR FRIDAY FOLDERS FOR THE
24-25 SCHOOL YEAR!

Grand View does not currently have enough sponsors to participate in the Friday Folder program through Community Connections for next year.  WE NEED A MINIMUM OF 8 SPONSORS.
Please consider becoming one of our featured businesses by donating HERE or contact Debi at (303)302-0595 or 1-800-635-8422.  This is a project that everyone can benefit from your support!
We appreciate your support of our Bison Herd!

End of Year Library Dates

• May 3rd is the last day for students to check out library books.  
• May 10th all student library books need to be returned.  
• May 17th is the last day classes will come to the library.  

Library books that are not returned by the last day of school will be marked lost and a fee will be posted on Infinite Campus. 

Grand View’s Student Council would like to thank our school and community for their partnership this year! It has been a busy, fun, and rewarding year. For our legacy project this year we choose two ideas. The first, is continuing the welcome baskets for new students that start in the middle of the year. We wanted our new community members to feel welcomed from the moment they walk in our doors. Second, we designed and created a sensory tree to support our school’s focus on Zones of Regulations. When our students need a break or tool to calm down they can use this sensory tree.

Thank you again for a great year!

K-4 Field Day – May 16, 2024

The school year is winding down and the weather is getting much nicer outside. Grand View’s Field Day, hosted by the Bison Brigade, will be held on Thursday May 16th (with a rain out date on Monday May 20th) on the Grand View field. For Fourth, Third, Second and AM preschool students, field day will be in the morning with events starting at 9:30. For First Grade, Kindergarten and PM Preschool students, field day will start at 1:15. Students will have their normal lunch period in the cafeteria, at their normal time.

Students will rotate through many different stations that will be run by the fifth grade students. Activities include the 50/25 yard dash, the giant parachute, tug of war (for the older grades), and the obstacle course.

Parents are welcome to come and watch their student(s) participate in field day activities. Please be reminded that this is a celebration for the entire school and is meant to be an opportunity to have fun. Parents please cheer on your own child(ren), and be supportive of others.

Children must wear appropriate clothes for the activities. As we all know, Colorado weather can be 80 degrees one day, and 30 the next, so PLEASE DRESS FOR THE WEATHER. Also, students should wear good athletic shoes. Crocs and sandals may be a good way to beat the heat, but they do not provide support for athletics. Finally, please make sure that your child puts on waterproof SUNSCREEN before school.

If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me at [email protected]. 

Thanks again,

Marc Gorenstein

 

SIGN UP NOW FOR BUS TRANSPORTATION FOR THE 24/25 SCHOOL YEAR

Dear St. Vrain Parents and Guardians,

Thank you for your continued partnership and support as St. Vrain Valley Schools prepares for the 2024-2025 school year. The Transportation Department is committed to continuously providing the best possible service for our students attending classes within the district. To this end, each year we require that students desiring transportation services complete an application for busing. The application window is currently available and remains open throughout the academic year. Parents and Guardians will be notified when an application has been processed and a seat has been reserved.

While we make every effort to accommodate as many eligible riders as possible, transportation services are provided on a space-available, and first-come, first-served basis.

Please click on the link below for Step-by-Step instructions for the Bus Rider Application which also includes a link to our Bus Rider Application.  Please contact us at 303-702-7530 if you have additional questions.

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]
  • Lucy Janssen, Registrar/Attendance Clerk, [email protected]
  • Traci Montgomery, Health Clerk, [email protected]

PTO NEWS

The Bison Brigade would like to have all parents join our new public PTO Facebook group, designed to streamline communication and make it easier to find and share important school news. We will keep you up-to-date with reminders, events, and volunteer opportunities, helping us all stay connected and engaged in our school community. Bonus: we’re now sharing the weekly school lunch menu to make ALL our lives easier! 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/grandviewbisonpto

Important Dates to Remember

• May 1 – Late Start – School begins at 11:30am
• May 2 – 5th Grade Field Day at Frederick High School
  • Events will starts at 9:45am
  • Parents, Guardians, and well wishers are welcome to come and support
  • In the event of poor weather, a rain out date will commence the next week on first available day
• May 6-10 – Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
• May 9 – Pizza Hut Foodraiser (Firestone) 10:00am-11:00pm
• May 10 – Gals & Goodies sponsored by PTO at 8:30am
• May 15 – Bison Brigade Meeting at 6:00pm
• May 16 – All School Field Day – hosted by Bison Brigade
  • Pre-K through 4th grade students will be participating
  • 5th grade students will be running stations
  • More information will be sent out in Friday folders on May 10th
• May 23 – Last Day of School
  • Kindergarten Continuation from 9:30-10:30am
  • Kona Ice provided by the Bison Brigade from 10:30am-12:30pm
  • 5th Grade Continuation from 10:45-11:45am
  • Family Picnic from 11:45am-12:45pm – STUDENTS AND FAMILIES NEED TO BRING THEIR OWN SACK LUNCH along with chairs, blankets, umbrellas, etc. Location: Big Field/South Lawn – The playground is off limits due to supervision and liability concerns. Feel free to take your student home with you after the picnic. Make sure to sign them out with their homeroom teacher.

Attendance Matters!!

We will be sending out monthly attendance letters to families with attendance concerns. This is to make you aware of your student’s absences. We know that attendance has a direct relationship with academic performance. Last year we had 102 students (26.09%) who were chronically absent from school. This means they missed 10 or more days of school. Regardless of days being marked excused or unexcused, they still count towards a student being chronically absent. Therefore, we need your help! We will be excusing up to 10 days of absence. After 10 days, all days will be unexcused unless you provide a doctor’s note, get approval from principal or if there is a family emergency (funeral, injury, etc.). Please schedule vacations during our school breaks and send students to school if they are not sick. School doors open at 8:50 am, and school starts promptly at 9:00 am. Please read Colorado’s state law addressing school attendance below. Thank you in advance for your help in increasing our school attendance!

The Colorado School Attendance Law of 1963 (CRS 22-33-101, et. Seq.) requires that every child between the ages of six (6) and seventeen (17) attend public school or an otherwise approved educational program.  A student that has four (4) unexcused absences in any one month or (10) unexcused absences in any school year is considered habitually truant.  The School District has a statutory obligation to refer cases of habitual truancy to the Juvenile Court of the 17th Judicial District.  In addition, the legislation encourages each board of education to establish attendance procedures for identifying students who are chronically absent (missing more than 10% of the instructional time) regardless of whether the absence is excused or unexcused.

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STUDENTS PERSONAL PROPERTY
Problems often arise when items are brought to school that are hazardous or interfere with school procedures and instruction.  Personal objects of value are to be brought to school only during special occasions when the teacher has given permission.  Playground equipment is provided by the school.  Toys and items such as stuffed animals, Pokemon cards, skateboards, scooters, roller blades, radios, and other electronic devices are not permitted at school.  Cell phones and smartwatches are to be turned off and kept in backpacks during school hours.  The school will not be responsible for any loss or damage to personal property.

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.

Register NOW for Before & After School Care for 24-25.

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