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Un mensaje de la directora del colegio, Paige Gordon

Student Injury practices at Spark!

Our student’s safety and well-being are paramount to us, and we are committed to doing everything in our power to ensure they receive the care and attention they need.  At Spark! Discovery Preschool, our staff collaborate to provide medical care for students needing it, notifying parents/guardians, and in some cases securing professional care for the student.  Injury care at the school can include:  a health clerk, our campus supervisor, classroom staff, our Registered Nurse, our First Aid Response team, members of our safety team, and other office staff.  Below is clarification on the procedures.

ILLNESS: 

• St. Vrain Valley Schools follows guidance from CDPHE which is presented in the two page quick guide entitled, “How Sick is Too Sick?”
• Parents/Guardians will be contacted to immediately pick up their child if an illness develops during school hours. 
• If Parents/Guardians cannot be contacted, an emergency contact will be called to pick up the child. 
• The ill child will be isolated from other children and supervised by a school staff member until the Parents/Guardians or emergency contact arrives. 
• The child may not return to school until he/she is symptom-free for at least 24 hours.
• The School Health Clerk supports the student with injury and illness.

FIRST AID: 

• Supervising staff assist children with basic first aid needs as injuries arise. Supervising staff notify the health clerk, nurse or other designee(s) at the school of what  first aid care was provided each time it is needed.
• The health clerk, nurse, or other designee(s) delivers care to the child in the location where the injury occurred in most cases, as transitions can be difficult for children this age. 
• Any cuts and/or scrapes may be cleaned, and a Band-Aid may be applied. School district policies prevent us from using additional measures such as topical ointments, antiseptic washes, etc.  Notification may be done via phone, in person or email channels. 
• If additional details are needed related to the injury, parents/guardians are prompted to reach out to classroom staff who were present when the injury occurred. 
• Internally SVVSD staff who witnessed the injury complete a “Student Injury Report.” This report is completed the day of the injury and includes information regarding how the injury occurred. 

HEAD BUMPS: 

• Supervising staff assist children with basic first aid needs as injuries arise. Supervising staff notify the health clerk, nurse, or other designee(s) at the school of what first aid care was provided each time it is needed.
• The health clerk, nurse, or other designee(s) delivers care to the child in the location where the injury occurred in most cases, as transitions can be difficult for children this age. 
• Parents/Guardians are informed about what occurred that caused the injury, and when the injury occurred the day of the injury. Notification may be done via phone, in person or email channels. 
• If additional details are needed related to the injury, parents/guardians are prompted to reach out to classroom staff who were present when the injury occurred. 
• If a child has bumped anything above their shoulders, a “Head Bump” form is completed. This form contains information specific to concussion protocols, which is an important distinction between all other types of injuries. For head bumps that occur in the preschool setting, the health clerk, nurse, or other designee(s) at the school contacts parents/guardians via phone and an email to include the Head Bump form is sent. If no email is on file a hard copy is sent home. 
• Internally SVVSD staff who witnessed the injury complete a “Student Injury Report.” This report is completed the day of the injury and includes information regarding how the injury occurred. 

SERIOUS INJURIES:

If an injury is serious:

• In extreme cases, 911 will be contacted immediately as our first responsibility is to secure professional care for the child with or without the permission of the parents/guardians.  
• If a child is transported to the hospital, the student will be accompanied by a school employee. Another adult will accompany the school employee and the sick or injured student.
• Parents/guardians will be contacted. If custody of the child is shared, both parents/guardians will be contacted. If the parents/guardians cannot be reached, an emergency contact will be called. If none of the emergency contacts can be reached, staff will make the decision concerning emergency care for the child.
• Neither the school nor the school employee administering emergency treatment will be responsible for subsequent treatment or any financial obligations incurred as a result of such services or treatment. 

STUDENT INJURIES REQUIRING FORMAL MEDICAL CARE outside of school: 

Should the school become aware that parents/guardians of a child sought formal, external medical care for a child due to an injury which occurred at school (i.e. doctor’s office visit, emergency room visit, urgent care, or dental care) staff will submit an electronic injury report to the division of early childhood licensing, notifying them of the event.

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¡Acompáñanos en nuestra exposición de arte de preescolar! – RESERVA LA FECHA

• Thursday, March 14, 2024, 3:30 to 5:00 pm (Main Event) in the halls of the school. It won’t take 90 minutes to walk through the displays. All preschool teachers will be there from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm.  The school’s book exchange program will also be open during this after school event. Families are welcome to do a self-guided look from 3:10 – 3:30 pm this day and should know that staff will be working to get fully set up at that time as their primary goal.

• Viernes, 15 de marzo de 2023, de 8:00 a 13:00, abierto para visitas familiares sin guía.
• Novedad de este año: se seleccionarán algunos trabajos de los alumnos para exponerlos en el espacio que ocupará nuestro colegio en la exposición de arte de todo el distrito, que tendrá lugar en el recinto ferial del condado de Boulder a finales de este curso escolar. 

Families can view their child’s art projects, which will be with their class display in the hallways of the school.  You can also add to our school’s school-wide art project that will be created during the event and displayed for years to come using the supplies provided.

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PTO Spring Spirit Week —  March 11-14

• Monday, 3/11/24- Crazy hair day
• Tuesday, 3/12/24- KIDS Choice (no face paint, no weapons/fake weapons)
• Wednesday, 3/13/24 – SUPERHERO DAY! 
• Thursday, 3/14/24- Wear green for St. Patrick’s Day

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You’re invited! A conversation with Dr. Devorah Heitner

Dr. Heitner is scheduled for a parent event at Frederick High School on the evening of March 6 from 5:00 – 6:30 pm as part of St. Vrain Parent University.  Please sign up at https://svvsd.org/departments/professional-development/parent-university/

If you’ve ever said “I’m so glad my teenage years weren’t shared for the world to see,” this talk is for you! With social media and constant connection, the boundaries of privacy for children are stretched thin. “Growing Up in Public” shows parents how to help tweens and teens navigate boundaries, identity, privacy, and reputation in their digital world. Dr. Devorah Heitner is the author of Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. She has a Ph.D. in Media/Technology & Society from Northwestern University and has taught at DePaul and Northwestern. Registered attendees will receive a copy of Devorah’s book “Growing Up in Public”

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Parent University Reminder

Recordatorio: Próximas sesiones de la «Universidad de Padres», el 6 y el 11 de marzo

El programa «Parent University» de St. Vrain ofrece formación, información y recursos a los padres y cuidadores con el fin de contribuir al bienestar y al éxito de sus hijos.

Acompáñenos en nuestras próximas sesiones:

• 11 de marzo: La perspectiva de los alumnos: El poder de la autodefensa (a cargo de los embajadores de «Yes!») – Colegio « Westview Middle »

Infórmate sobre la «Universidad de Padres» de St. Vrain e inscríbete en los próximos eventos

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Un mensaje de la Spark! Discovery Asociación de Padres y Profesores de Educación Infantil

The most delicious fundraiser of the year is coming up, on February 26th through March 11! We will be having a Butter Braid fundraiser sponsored by our Spark PTO. These funds help us put on free events for students and their families such as, Trick or Treat Street in October, grants, and the Spring Carnival in May, as well as supporting teacher grants twice a year, to bring educational and fun materials into the classroom for lessons on various topics throughout the year! We are also able to bring in Anima Arts for drama and dance in the classroom, and family movement classes in the evenings at no cost. If you haven’t tried these delicious pastries yet, this is the perfect time! They will be delivered to school just before Easter, and freeze well if you’d like to save for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or any other time you would like a sweet morning treat to start your day! If you have any questions about the fundraiser please email the PTO at sparkdiscoverypto@gmail.com. Order forms are due back to school by Monday, March 11.

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FORMACIÓN DE VOLUNTARIOS:

We are excited to host Volunteer Training at various points through the year in our cafeteria at Spark! Volunteer training is required by the Department of Human Services, as we are a licensed preschool. A sign up form was emailed to families in a separate communication– please check emails for the link. If unable to find the email with link, please call Stacey Petering, principal’s secretary to confirm your attendance. Because of some sensitive topics, this training is best attended by adults (babies are okay to attend).  Childcare is not provided during volunteer training.  If translation is needed, please indicate this on the form. The last date for volunteer training is Tuesday, March 12, from 8:30 – 10:00 am in the cafeteria. If you have questions, please call (720-652-7906) Stacey Petering, school secretary, and she can help you make a reservation if you can’t find the link to sign up.

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Mar 4 – 8, 2024 – IMPORTANT DATES

• Durante toda la semana: Grandes ideas de las matemáticas elementales: Análisis de datos
• Durante toda la semana: STEM PERFIL DEL MES: Cooperativa
• All week: Fundations- v, w
• STEM UNIDADES: #4 for 2023-2024
  • Lifecycles of Animals:  Ms. Noreen and Ms. Kaylee
    • Transporte: la Sra. Blair, la Sra. Miranda y la Sra. Amy
    • Arte dramático y teatro: la Sra. Julia y la Sra. Moira
    • «Moving and Grooving» — Baile y fitness: la Sra. Mary, la Sra. Kelli y la Sra. Marie.
    • Ooh-Aah Science: Ms.Kiersten and Ms.Tori
• Mon, Mar 4, 2024, Anima Arts in the gym, at 4:45 pm- 5:30 pm
• Mon, Mar 4 – Legacy Dance school visitation for some classes
• Mon, Mar 4, 2024- Butter Braids fundraiser (PTO)
• Mon, Mar 4 – Ms Mimi is coming classes: Ms Marie, Ms. Mary, and Ms Amy
• Tue, Mar 5, 2024- Butter Braids fundraiser (PTO)
• Wed, Mar 6, 2024- Butter Braids fundraiser (PTO)
• WED, MAR 6 – We do not observe LATE START in PK or CHILDCARE
• Wed, Mar 6 – PTO sponsored PJ Day, $1.00 donation to support PTO
• Wed, Mar 6 – Ms Mimi is coming classes: Ms Moira, Ms. Julia
• Thurs, Mar 7, 2024- Butter Braids fundraiser (PTO)
• Fri, Mar 8, 2024- Butter Braids fundraiser (PTO)
• Sun, Mar 10, 2024- Daylight Savings starts — SPRING FORWARD!
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Mar 11 – 15, 2024 – IMPORTANT DATES

• Durante toda la semana: Grandes ideas de las matemáticas elementales: Análisis de datos
• All week: STEM PROFILE OF THE MONTH: Cooperation
• All week: Fundations – y, x
• STEM UNIDADES: #4 for 2023-2024
  • Ciclos de vida de los animales: la Sra. Noreen y la Sra. Kaylee
  • Transporte: la Sra. Blair, la Sra. Miranda y la Sra. Amy
  • Arte dramático y teatro: la Sra. Julia y la Sra. Moira
  • «Moving and Grooving» — Baile y fitness: la Sra. Mary, la Sra. Kelli y la Sra. Marie.
  • Ciencias «Ooh-Aah»: la Sra. Kirsten y la Sra. Tori
• Mon, Mar 11 – Ms Mimi is coming classes: Ms Marie, Ms. Mary, and Ms Amy
• Mon, Mar 11 – Spirit day: Crazy Hair Day
• Mon, Mar 11, 4:45 – 5:30pm – Anima Arts (Winter) Families Moving Together – with Miss Mimi- in the Gym (reservations required) – Thank you PTO for sponsoring this event!
• Mon, Mar 12 – Spirit day: Kids Choice
• Tues, Mar 12, 2024- 8:30 – 10am- Volunteer training – cafeteria
• Tues, Mar 12 – 9 am — School Tour
• Wed, Mar 13 – Spirit day: Superhero DAY!
• Wed, Mar 13 – Ms Mimi is coming classes: Ms Moira, Ms. Julia
• Wed, Mar 13: FARM to SCHOOL programming with classes
• Thurs Mar 14 – Spirit day: Wear GREEN for St. Patrick’s Day
• Thurs, Mar 14, 2024- 3:30 – 5:00 pm – cafeteria- Spark! Art Show –main event
• Fri, Mar 15, 2024- 8:00am to 1 pm- Spark! Art Show — open for self-guided family visits in the cafeteria.
• Sun, Mar 17, 2024- St. Patrick’s Day

SPRING BREAK is March 18 – 22, 2024: Preschool and Childcare are closed

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Un mensaje de la directora de Escuelas Comunitarias, Tasha Lugg, lugg_tasha@svvsd.org

Información sobre el servicio de guardería de Spark! 

Community Schools ofrece un programa de cuidado infantil acogedor, atento, educativo y lleno de diversión, bajo la dirección del Distrito Escolar de St. Vrain Valley en colaboración con el colegio. Todos nuestros programas de cuidado infantil cuentan con la autorización del Departamento de Servicios Sociales de Colorado. En la escuela infantil « Spark! Discovery », ofrecemos un programa de cuidado preescolar para niños de 3 y 4 años. Para obtener más información sobre el programa, póngase en contacto con Tasha Lugg, directora del programa, en lugg_tasha@svvsd.org o en el 720-652-7908, o bien llame a la oficina central de Community Schools al 303-702-7924.

Tarifas del servicio de guardería para preescolar:

• 40 dólares al día si está matriculado en el centro de educación infantil del SVVSD 
• 50 dólares al día si no está matriculado en el centro de educación infantil del SVVSD
• Todos los alumnos deben asistir como mínimo dos días a la semana.

Cómo inscribirse en el programa «Pre-K Care Wraparound» de Spark! para el curso 2024-2025

Ir a: https://stvrain.revtrak.net/

Inicia sesión o crea una nueva cuenta si sois una familia nueva en el SVVSD o en las Escuelas Comunitarias. 

Encuentra una guardería de CS Spark! Discovery

Haz clic en «Programa de atención preescolar»

Haz clic en «24-25 Spark! Pre-K Care». Asegúrate de que sea para el «curso escolar 24-’25».

Presta atención a las indicaciones en las que se solicite el nombre de los padres o el del niño. De este modo, las familias y los padres se ahorrarán tener que volver a rellenar los documentos de inscripción de sus hijos. 

El plazo de inscripción se abre el martes 6 de febrero de 20024 a las 9:00 de la mañana. 

Si tienes alguna duda, no dudes en ponerte en contacto con Tasha Lugg, directora del programa, en lugg_tasha@svvsd.org o en el 720-652-7908.

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Campamentos de verano – Servicio de guardería de verano para preescolares

• Campamentos para alumnos de infantil y primaria: abiertos de 7:00 a 18:00
• Campamentos de preescolar: horario de 7:00 a 17:30
• TODOS LOS NIÑOS DEBEN ESTAR MATRICULADOS EN UN COLEGIO DEL SVVSD
• LOS CAMPAMENTOS DE PREESCOLAR ESTÁN ABIERTOS A NIÑOS DE 3, 4 Y 5 AÑOS
• LOS CAMPAMENTOS DE K-5 ESTÁN ABIERTOS A LOS NIÑOS QUE VAN A EMPEZAR EL INFANTIL Y A LOS DE 4.º DE PRIMARIA QUE TERMINAN EL CURSO
• HAGA CLIC EN EL NOMBRE DEL COLEGIO PARA ACCEDER AL FORMULARIO DE INSCRIPCIÓN DE ESE CAMPAMENTO
• Para obtener más información sobre los campamentos del SVVSD, visita nuestra página web.
• Haz clic aquí para acceder a la página web de Community Schools.
• Fechas del campamento:del 3 de junio al 2 de agosto de 2024 (cerrado el 4 y el 5 de julio de 2024)
• Cuotas de inscripción: 50 dólares por persona, 75 dólares por familia (no reembolsables)
• Coste diario: 50 dólares al día por niño
• Campamentos de preescolar
• Abierto de 7:00 a 17:30
• Se admiten niños de 3, 4 y 5 años
• Programa de Educación Infantil «Legacy»
• Preescolar de Mountain View
• ¿Tienes alguna pregunta? Llama a Tasha Lugg al 720-652-7908, en Spark!

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Un mensaje de nuestra supervisora del campus, Alicia SheahanHall-sheahanhall_alicia@svvsd.org.

Please be sure to follow all posted speed guidelines in our parking lots and on the city roads bordering the school. The school zone speed limit from 7am-4pm (M-F)  is 20 MPH on city roads and much lower in our parking lots. Young children can be very unpredictable. Please be hyper vigilant when driving in these areas especially during drop off and pick up times.  When weather hits it can cause slippery spots that delay stopping time. 

At Spark! we have 2 stop signs near our school. One is at the SE corner of the parking lot where you can turn into our parking lot or go straight to Thunder Valley and one is at the SW corner of the parking lot leaving the school. Please be sure to come to a complete stop at these locations. These are very high traffic areas and coming to a complete stop will help with safety.

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Un mensaje de la secretaría de matriculación y control de asistencia de Spark!, yanez_amy@svvsd.org

• ASISTENCIA
• ¿Sabías que faltar tan solo dos días al mes, o el 10 % de las clases, puede hacer que a los alumnos les resulte más difícil:
• Adquirir habilidades tempranas de lectura y matemáticas 
• – Establecer relaciones
• – Adquirir buenos hábitos de asistencia
• The routines your child develops early will continue throughout their school years. Attending school on time, every day on a regular basis helps students feel better about school and themselves. Start building this habit early in preschool so they learn right away that going to school everyday is important. Acceptable attendance, as reported to and mandated by the state, is being present 90 % of the time. If you know in advance that your child will be absent from school, please contact Amy Yanez.

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Un mensaje de la responsable de salud de Spark!, Amanda Rivera, rivera_amanda@svvsd.org

Hello Spark Families-

If your child has had a recent physical exam please be sure to get the General Health Appraisal Form to me or your child’s teacher. The General Health Appraisal is valid for 1 year from the date of the last physical exam and is mandatory for licensing purposes. Please contact me if you have any questions!

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Servicios de Nutrición del SVVSD - Menú de almuerzo y merienda - https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/DCN3CB?buildingId=482fe7e5-3406-ee11-a17a-83fe6e630216

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Invitamos a nuestras familias a que nos sigan en las redes sociales y en nuestra página web:

Facebook: Spark-Discovery-Preescolar-de-St-Vrain

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkdiscoverypreschool/

Twitter: @SparkDPS

Página web: https://sdpk.svvsd.org/

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