Principal’s Letter

Hello Grand View Families,

As we enter the final stretch of the school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and partnership. It has truly been a wonderful year filled with growth, learning, and so many exciting opportunities for your child.

This month, we will be completing our end-of-the-year assessments. These tests help us reflect on each student’s progress and celebrate how far they’ve come. Please make sure your child is well-rested and ready to do their best!

We are also looking forward to celebrating all of our accomplishments with some fun end-of-the-year activities. More information about those events will be coming home soon—we hope you’ll be able to join us!

It’s been a joy to watch each student learn, grow, and thrive this year. Thank you for being a part of this special journey!

Francesca

Student Council is excited to be working on this year’s 5th Grade Legacy Project—an initiative designed to leave a lasting mark from every 5th grade class that passes through our doors.

We are creating a rock garden at the front of our school. Each 5th grade student will paint a rock, which will be added to the garden as a symbol of creativity, community, and school pride. Over time, this garden will become a vibrant and meaningful space that reflects the unique spirit of our school.

We are reaching out to request a donation of rocks for our current 5th grade class. There are 63 students and 3 teachers participating in the project, and we’d love your support in making this vision come to life.

STEM NIGHT

Please join us at the Innovation Center on Tuesday, May 6 for our annual STEM Night!  We’ll have STEM activities, a Make and Take section, and content specific STEM events in each of our focus areas, which include:  Artificial Intelligence, Aerospace, Biosciences, Cybersecurity, Digital & Virtual Design, Entrepreneurship, Robotics, and Video Production.  In addition, we’ll have larger outdoor STEM opportunities, the Student Design Guild, and Cardboard Carnival Games!  Come to play from 4:30-6:30.  Want to be a part of the Student Design Guild and / or the Carnival Games?  Check out the attached flier to see how YOU can participate!

All School Field Day

Pre-K – 4th Field Day is Thursday, May 15th at Grand View!

Dear Parents/Guardians,

The school year is winding down and the weather is getting much nicer outside (hopefully). Grand View’s Field Day, hosted by the Bison Brigade, will be held on Thursday May 15th (with a rain out date on Monday May 19th) 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 (their own Field Day, at Frederick High School, is on May 1st). Some of the activities include the 50/25 yard dash, the giant parachute, a bouncy obstacle course, 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. If a problem arises, notify the classroom teacher, or myself and we will handle the issue. The stations are meant for the students of the school, so please do not let your little ones interfere with the field day activities.

Children need to wear appropriate clothes for the activities. As we all know, Colorado weather can be 80 degrees one day, and 30 degrees 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.   THE PLAYGROUND IS OFF LIMITS.

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

Thanks again,

Marc Gorenstein

End of Year Library Dates

May 5th is the last day for students to check out a book.

May 9th all student library books need to be returned.

May 16th 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. 

Art News

As we finish up our school year, our artists will be adding more to their artsonia portfolios.

To connect to your child’s account, please use the link below and enter the passcode.

https://www.artsonia.com/connect/7ZC4ZTMB

Parent portal code: 7ZC4ZTMB

PLEASE HELP SPONSOR OUR FRIDAY FOLDERS FOR THE
25-26 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!

IMPORTANT STUDENT HEALTH INFORMATION:

As the 2024-2025 school year comes to an end there is some important information and dates you need to know regarding your students medication:

1. Medication in the Health Office must be picked up by a parent/guardian no later than the last day of school on Thursday May 22 (any medication not picked up on the last day will be destroyed)

2. Medications for students in summer programs, such as Project Launch or Bison Bunch will need to be transferred by a parent/guardian. Medications can not be transferred by the school.

3. If your student has a current Health Plan, a new plan will be sent for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Health Plans and medication forms are good for one year from the signed date by your health care provider.

4. Immunization: Letters will be sent home regarding required vaccines for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year and will include vaccine exemption information.

As always please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns:

Traci Montgomery, Health Clerk

INNOVATION CENTER SUMMER PROGRAMMING

There’s Still Time to Register for Innovation Center Summer Programming!
From outdoor adventures and creative design to coding, aeronautics, music innovation, and more—the Innovation Center’s summer programming offers something for every interest and age group. Open to students entering grades 1–12, these hands-on experiences spark curiosity, build new skills, and create lasting memories. Programs run throughout June and July at Timberline PK-8, Westview Middle, and Frederick High.

Learn more and register today.

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.

Nutrition Services

SVVSD’s Nutrition Services is hosting an upcoming ParentAdvisoryCommitteeMeeting on 

Monday April 28th from 6:00-7:15pm  virtually through zoom. 

This meeting will include:

Introducing SVVSD’s District Chef: Jim Rowan! 

– Menu & recipe updates
– New Special Diet products
– Farm to school program updates; introducing the farm box
– Legislative updates & how it could impact SVVSD and Healthy Meals for All
-Collaborate Ideas for further family engagement w/ Nutrition Services

You can Zoom into this meeting by clicking on the text below.

PAC Nutrition Services Meeting Link Spring 2025

Please Reach out to Amy Gray at [email protected] for any 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]
  • 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

• May 1 – 5th Grade Field Day at FHS
• May 1 – Spring Bison Chorale Concert 6pm
• May 5- 9 – Teacher Appreciation Week
• May 7 – Late Start – school starts at 11:30am
• May 8 – 1st & 2nd Grade Showcase Night
• May 15 – All School Field Day at Grand View
• May 21 – Bison Brigade Meeting at 6pm
• May 22 – 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.

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!

SIGN UP NOW FOR BUS TRANSPORTATION FOR THE 25/26 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.

Bison Brigade – PTO News

Hi Grand View families,

As we wrap up another fantastic school year, here are a few fun things to keep on your radar:

Colorado Rockies Fundraiser – extended!
Head to the ballpark and support our school at the same time!
The Rockies are offering another round of fundraising ticket sales for the June 20–22 series vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks.
A portion of every ticket sold through our link goes directly to Grand View!
Get your tickets here »

Teacher Appreciation Week | May 5–9
Let’s show our incredible teachers and staff how much we appreciate them! Be on the lookout for ways to get involved and say thank you.

Field Day | May 15
A favorite day for students—get ready for games, fun, and sunshine!

Last Day of School | May 22
We’re ending the year on a sweet note!
The PTO will be providing Kona Ice FREE for all K–5 students 
Adults and siblings are welcome to purchase their own treats at the truck.
Preschool students will also receive a special treat on their last day of school, May 21st.

Thanks for your support this year—we’ve had a blast learning and growing together! Please reach out via email or Facebook if you’d like to get in early with planning the Bison Stampede or learn more about helping out our school! 

– Grand View Bison Brigade 
[email protected]

Hello Grand View Families:

We are having a ton of fun in Bison Bunch! Check out what is in store for May! If you find yourself needing before and/or afterschool care, or care on late start mornings, please consider signing your student up for Bison Bunch. We also have a lot of really fun enrichment activities coming up. Please see the flyers in the Bison Blast on the schools website as well as in your students Friday folders. Registration for next year is now open as well. If you have any questions regarding any of these things, please feel free to reach out at any time [email protected] or 303-702-8000 X21268.

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