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February Family Connections Newsletter

February 22, 2019, 11:42am

In this month's issue of the Family Connections Newsletter, we discuss Apple's new parental controls, explore ideas for family video making, and share a recent study on technology use and teen well-being. To sign up to receive the monthly newsletter in your email, click here!

A Day of Excellence: An Inside View of Education in Our Community | February 23

February 19, 2019, 10:12am

A Day of Excellence: An Inside View of Education in Our Community

 

Share Your Voice and Celebrate Our Schools

We invite you to spend the day deepening your knowledge of district operations, lending your voice to future planning and programs, and celebrating the achievements of our students, teachers, staff, and partners who have transformed St.

Elementary Social Studies Curriculum Adoption Public Review

February 12, 2019, 4:20pm
Elementary Social Studies Curriculum Adoption Public Review
 
The elementary social studies curriculum adoption committee is reviewing three programs after starting the process with six programs.  The three programs are from Nystrom, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Superintendent Update - The Future of America

February 3, 2019, 11:04am
Across the district, we have been championing a new motivational motto that is uniting our shared vision for excellence in learning and student advancement: We are taking public education by #StVrainStorm! Every day, I observe countless examples of students, teachers, staff, and community partners exemplifying the highest levels of achievement and drive that represent the very best of our public schools. Our graduation rates are at their highest level – over 90 percent at our traditional schools – and St. Vrain was also one of only four districts in Colorado and 373 nationally to be recognized by College Board’s Annual AP District Honor Roll. Enrollment in Advanced Placement (AP) courses has increased by 50 percent since 2014 with over 3,000 students enrolled in at least one AP class.

2019 Tribute to Teachers to Honor Outstanding St. Vrain Valley Teachers and Educators

January 29, 2019, 8:17am

Each spring, the Education Foundation for the St. Vrain Valley hosts the Tribute to Teachers, an event that honors and recognizes the excellence of our teachers and brings out the stories of the superheroes in our district that go above and beyond. On May 4, 2019, the Education Foundation will be hosting the Tribute to Teachers at the Westin Hotel and Conference Center in Westminster.

Superintendent Update - Outstanding Achievements

November 28, 2018, 12:00am
It has already been an outstanding year of growth and success across St. Vrain Valley Schools. Day after day, we hear of numerous student achievements, teacher accolades, industry partnerships, grant awards, and so many more recognitions that are building significant momentum behind our world-class education system. This year, St. Vrain Valley Schools continues to see significant advancements in academic achievement. Specifically: four-year graduation rates have continued to increase with among the highest requirements in the state; test scores, achievement, and participation with the SAT, ACT, CMAS, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate continues to rise; numerous students are earning many highly-competitive and prestigious scholarships, all of which has garnered statewide and national acclaim for St. Vrain Valley Schools and our entire community.

St. Vrain’s Senior Volunteer Program Enters Seventh Year

November 1, 2018, 11:13am

The St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Senior Volunteer Program is once again available for the 2018-2019 school year. The program began in November 2012 to welcome seniors and individuals with disabilities into our schools and provide them financial assistance with their county property taxes. Up to 200 participants will be paid a maximum of 40 hours at $11.10 per hour for a total of $444 between January 2, 2019 and April 30, 2019.

High Schools Launch Annual Fall Theater Performances

October 31, 2018, 1:53pm
By St. Vrain Valley School District
St. Vrain high school students across the district have spent countless hours during and after school in preparation for their school's fall theater production. Watch our students' showcase their talent and hard work. Performances are open to the public and community members are encouraged to attend.

Northridge Elementary wins Colorado Succeeds Prize for Excellence in STEM Education

October 8, 2018, 9:26am
By Amy Bounds, Staff Writer, Times-Call

Originally posted in the Longmont Times-Call >>

Northridge Elementary School's plans for an outdoor classroom for students and the community just got a $15,000 boost.

The Longmont school recently won the $15,000 Succeeds Prize for Excellence in STEM Education, with the school planning to use the money to design and build an outdoor space.

Northridge Elementary wins $15,000 Succeeds Prize

September 27, 2018, 9:30pm
By Amy Bounds, Daily Camera
Northridge Elementary School's plans for an outdoor classroom for students and the community just got a $15,000 boost. The Longmont school recently won the $15,000 Succeeds Prize for Excellence in STEM Education, with the school planning to use the money to design and build an outdoor space. The $15,000 prize, presented by Ball Corporation, was awarded to Northridge as an "outstanding example of science, technology, engineering and math education."

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