EQUIPPING ALL STUDENTS TO SUCCEED IN A COMPLEX GLOBAL SOCIETY
Table of Contents
- Message from the Principal
- Important Dates
- School Year Information
- PTO Spotlight
- Superintendent’s Update
- Preschool Registration Information
A MESSAGE FROM MR. GARCIA
Hello Red Hawk Families!
I hope this communication finds you all healthy, happy and well! Please take a few minutes to watch this video message.
Have a wonderful long weekend!
***Closed Captioning is now available- please click on the CC button on the video!
Important Upcoming Dates:
- February 14th & 17th– No School
- February 20th- PTO Family Sweetheart Formal
- February 28th– Kindergarten and 5th Grade Continuation Pictures
Friday, February 14th and Monday, February 17th
School Year Information
Attendance
If your student is absent you need call the office at 303-774-2700 or fill out this Absence Form. Per our SVVSD attendance policy, Parent(s) or guardian(s) can excuse up to 10 absences each school year without documentation. Any further absences may need proper documentation in order to excuse them.
Late Start Days (For Teacher Professional Development)
First Bell: 11:25am Second Bell: 11:35am
Wednesday: March 5th, April 2nd, May 7th
Buses run 2.5 hours later than their usual schedule
Mid Year iPad Insurance- If you did not purchase iPad insurance at the beginning of the school year you can purchase insurance for the second semester. The cost is $12.50 and payments can be made through Infinite Campus , please call the front office to have insurance added to your student’s Infinite Campus.
25-26 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. Registration for the upcoming school year begins on December 17.
Visit svsd.org/preschool for more details and registration information.
K-5 Colorado School Vaccination Requirements
Pre-K Colorado School Vaccination Requirements
Upcoming Parent University Session, February 20
St. Vrain’s Parent University program provides training, information, and resources to parents and caregivers to support the well-being and success of their children.
Join us on Zoom, Feb. 20 from 5-6:30 p.m.
Adolescent RISE with Nicholas Thompson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Adolescent RISE is a presentation that takes a fun and informative look at the developmental period of adolescence (ages 10-25). It includes debunking myths about adolescence, understanding the four qualities of adolescence (risk taking, identity formation, social reorientation, and emotional intensity), and learning about the tweenage brain. With this foundation established, ways to better support our kids will be discussed.
Please register online to assist with planning purposes.
Learn more about St. Vrain’s Parent University and register for upcoming events
Join Us for Kindergarten Family Literacy Night, Feb. 19
St. Vrain Valley Schools invites kindergarten families to an engaging evening focused on supporting early literacy. Hosted by members of St. Vrain’s Priority Programs and kindergarten teachers, this event will provide valuable insights into the Colorado READ Act, strategies to strengthen early reading skills at home, and digital tools that enhance literacy growth.
Kindergarten Family Literacy Night will take place on February 19, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., at the Timberline PK-8 Community Room. Childcare and Spanish interpretation will be available.
Visit the website to learn more about Kindergarten Family Literacy Night
Superintendent’s Update- 12/18/24
PTO Community Events
Important Upcoming Dates:
February 20th- PTO Family Sweetheart Formal
February 28th- PTO Hope and Gratitude Community Wide Event
March 4th- PTO Science Night
March 12th- PTO Red Robin Restaurant Night
March 31st- PTO Yearbook- Deadline to Order
Order your yearbooks by 3/31/25. Use Yearbook ID:12575025 at the link here. Please note: no additional yearbooks will be available for purchase after this date, so please order via the link.
Family Sweetheart Formal- Feb. 20th
A Night of Dancing & Fun
When: Tuesday, February 20 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Red Hawk Elementary Gym
Details: For full details, visit the Facebook Event here.
Enjoy music, dancing, and special memories at this free, family-friendly event. Concessions will be available for purchase to support the PTO.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Hope & Gratitude- Luminary Walk- Feb. 28th
Hope & Gratitude- Luminary Walk- Feb. 28th
Join us for the Hope & Gratitude Project’s Luminary Walk at Coal Creek Park on February 28, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 PM.
Come together with elementary and middle schools from throughout Erie to celebrate community under the glow of hundreds of luminaries.
Date: February 28, 2025
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Coal Creek Park, Erie
Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities and visit the Soaring Heights PK-8 PTO Facebook event page for updates.
Science Night- March 4th
A Hands-On Evening of Exploration & Discovery
When: Monday, March 4 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Red Hawk Elementary Gym
Details: For full details, visit the Facebook Event here.
Join us for a hands-on, family-friendly event where science comes to life. Explore aerospace, robotics, earth science, health science, and more through interactive exhibits and activities.
Mark your calendars and get ready to experiment, create, and discover.
Red Robin Restaurant Night- March 12th
Dine Out & Support Red Hawk PTO
Enjoy a meal at Red Robin and 20% of food sales will go to our PTO!
How to Participate:
Dine-In: Mention “Red Hawk Elementary PTO” to your server.
To-Go Orders: Order at order.redrobin.com (Westminster location) and add “Fundraisers (To-Go Only)” to your cart.
Details: For full details, visit the Facebook Event here.
Date: March 12
Location: Red Robin, 799 W 146th Ave, Westminster, CO
Let’s make it a tasty night for Red Hawk!
PTO Request for Assistance
Yearbook Assistance Needed!
Help make this year’s Red Hawk Elementary Yearbook unforgettable! We’re looking for photos and volunteers to bring the yearbook to life. Whether you’re a pro with a camera, love design, or just want to lend a hand, your involvement would be a huge help! Please email your photos (be sure to include grade level) or let us know you’d like to volunteer at YearbookRHEPTO@gmail.com. Let’s create something amazing together for our Red Hawk students!
PTO Volunteer-Sponsored Activities – How You Can Help
Looking for ways to get involved? Check your email for links to sign-up sheets where you can volunteer for upcoming events! Help out at the by providing food for our teachers during parent/teacher conferences, or assist with the registers at the Book Fair. Your support makes a difference!;
Keep Up to Date with the PTO
Community Events:
Erie High School Wish Week
The students of Erie High School’s Student Government have joined together to host a Wish Week to raise money for Make-A-Wish® Colorado and help create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We would like to invite you to join us and help grant wishes for kids like Edwin and his wish to go to Walt Disney World. Below is a list for restaurants for Wish Week. You can also support our efforts by sharing our online fundraising link
| Monday 2/24 | Tuesday 2/25 | Wednesday 2/26 | Thursday 2/27 |
| Chipotle548 W South Boulder Rd, Unit D, Lafayette, CO 80026 5:00-9:00 pm | Noodles & Company534 W South Boulder Rd, Unit A, Lafayette, CO 80026 4:00-8:00 PM | Panda Express16816 Sheridan Pkwy, Broomfield CO 80023 9:30 am-10:00 pm | Mod Pizza16818 Sheridan Pkwy, Suite 124Broomfield, CO 80023 Fundraiser Code: MODGIVES25 |
Recent Updates
View our latest news and announcements.
You’re Invited: Family Resource Fair in Celebration of Week of the Young Child, April 10
Join St. Vrain’s Department of Early Childhood Education for a fun-filled Family Resource Fair designed for young children and their families! Enjoy hands-on activities, explore local programs, tour St. Vrain’s Innovation Mobile Lab, and connect with community resources dedicated to supporting families. Event Details: Enjoy fun giveaways and take-home activities. Don’t miss this community event […]
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St. Vrain’s Early Childhood Education Department Hosts Developmental Screenings for Young Children, April 4
As part of St. Vrain’s celebration of Week of the Young Child, the Early Childhood Education Department is pleased to offer developmental screenings available at no cost for families with children aged 3 months to 5 years. During the event, parents will meet with early childhood education staff and children will engage in fun activities […]
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Community Schools Registration Opens April 3 and 4 for the 2025-26 School Year
Dear St. Vrain Families, Thank you for your continued partnership as we remain dedicated to delivering exceptional care and enriching learning experiences for your students. As we prepare for the opening of Community Schools K-5 registration for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to share some updates to our registration process that will ensure a […]
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