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Valentine’s Day Card Making
To engage families with Valentine’s Day card making for one week, between Monday, Feb 9 – Feb 12th, between the hours of 8:00am and 3:30pm, we will have card-making materials in our cafeteria. This space will be open to families to come make Valentine’s Cards for other students, together, for free. Also, feel free to pick up materials and take them home to make them at home.Thank you for your continued trust and dedication to our school community! With gratitude — Paige Gordon, principal
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Valentine’s Day Celebrations
Our celebrations will be held in the classrooms during the school day. Here’s the schedule for our Valentine’s Day celebrations:
- AM Preschool Classes: Thursday, Feb 12, 10:30 – 11:10 am
- PM Preschool Classes: Thursday, Feb 12, 2:25 – 3:05 pm
- Full-Day Preschool Class: Thursday, Feb 12, 2:25 – 3:05 pm
Each classroom teacher will share the specific details of their celebration, including any special instructions they have for families and parents about their special plans. Our teachers will be planning “goodies” for the celebrations, which may include goody bags to take home or treats to enjoy during the party (potentially with or without edible items). Please note that due to health and allergy concerns, it’s important to consult your child’s teacher before purchasing or providing any items. Each teacher will provide guidelines about what’s safe and appropriate for their class.
Alternative Activities: If your family prefers a child not to participate in the Valentine’s Day celebration, please let your child’s teacher know by Monday, February 9, 2026. We will provide alternative activities for any children who opt out. If you’d like to pick up your child early, that’s fine too.
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Important Dates Feb 9- 16, 2026
- 7 RASGOS DESTACADOS: La amabilidad
- FUNDATIONS weekly focus for PK: e and r
- The Big Ideas of Early Mathematics for January: Measurement
- STEM Unit #3 starts with these teachers/classes and topics:
- Danielle, Marie, Amy – Drama and Theater
- Noreen and Miranda – Ooh-Aah Science!
- Polly, Tori, and Kiersten – Animals Study
- Kelli and Kaylee – Transportation
Monday, Feb 9
- SVVSD CAMPAIGN
- PBIS – Jan 26- Feb 19 reward is on 2-20-26
- Hoy es el día de la biblioteca para algunos alumnos: ¡devolved los libros!
- Deadline to let teachers know if your child will not be participating in V-Day parties.
- Families Moving Together with Mimi (4:30 pm), must be pre-registered for this event.
Tuesday, Feb 10
- Día de la biblioteca para algunos alumnos: ¡pide a los alumnos que devuelvan sus libros!
- PBIS – Jan 26- Feb 19 reward is on 2-20-26
- SVVSD CAMPAIGN
Wednesday, Feb 11
- Día de la biblioteca para algunos alumnos: ¡pide a los alumnos que devuelvan sus libros!
- PBIS – Jan 26- Feb 19 reward is on 2-20-26
- SVVSD CAMPAIGN
Thursday, Feb 12
- Día de la biblioteca para algunos alumnos: ¡pide a los alumnos que devuelvan sus libros!
- PBIS – Jan 26- Feb 19 reward is on 2-20-26
- SVVSD CAMPAIGN
- Valentine’s Day Celebrations:
- AM- 10:30 – 11:10
- Full Day- 2:25 – 3:05pm
- PM- 2:25 – 3:05pm
Friday, Feb 13
- Student Non Contact Day- No Preschool for students
Monday, Feb 16
- Presidents’ Day- No Preschool for students
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Noche de la accesibilidad
The Innovation Center and the SVVSD Accessibility Team are hosting the third annual Accessibility Night, and we would like to spread the word in the community. This event will take place on February 27th, from 4-6pm, and we would love to see you there! Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions. Thank you so much, SVVSD Accessibility Team — Whitney Zanini,
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St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation
¿Buscas una forma divertida de apoyar la educación en las escuelas del valle de St. Vrain? La Fundación para la Educación de las Escuelas del Valle de St. Vrain ofrece entradas con descuento para determinados partidos comunitarios de los Colorado Avalanche y los Denver Nuggets; una parte de cada entrada vendida se destinará a los programas de la Fundación que apoyan a los alumnos, los profesores y las escuelas de todo nuestro distrito.
Upcoming Community Games include: March 10 – Avalanche vs. Edmonton Oilers
- March 27 – Nuggets vs. Utah Jazz
- March 28 – Avalanche vs. Winnipeg Jets
- April 6 – Nuggets vs. Portland Trail Blazers
Tickets are limited, so don’t wait! Visit the Foundation’s website to purchase tickets and enjoy a great game while giving back to our schools.🎟️ Purchase tickets here: https://stvrainfoundation.org/about/upcoming-events/
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News from the Health Clerk
Hello Spark families! Just a reminder that General Health Appraisal forms are mandatory and must be kept up to date for state licensing purposes. Please note that the form is valid for 1 year from the date of the most recent physical exam and not from the date that the form was signed. Notices are sent home to parents with student’s that will have a form expiring. Please understand that the health appraisal form is a crucial part of our license process and it is very important that you respond to the notice once received. If you have any questions about these guidelines please reach out to our Health Clerk, Amanda Rivera: [email protected] or 720-652-7906.
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News from the Attendance/Registrar
Homelessness affects students in the St. Vrain Valley School District in ways that often go unseen, creating barriers to learning, stability, and well-being. Students experiencing homelessness may struggle with inconsistent attendance, limited access to school supplies, transportation challenges, and the emotional stress of housing insecurity. As a school community, we can help by increasing awareness, supporting district programs that provide meals, transportation, and academic support, and partnering with local organizations that offer housing assistance and family services. By fostering a compassionate, informed environment and ensuring students and families know their rights and available resources, SVVSD can help remove obstacles to learning and give every student the opportunity to succeed.
The McKinney–Vento Education of Homeless Children and Youth Assistance Act is a federal law that ensures immediate enrollment and educational stability for homeless children and youth. McKinney–Vento provides federal funding to states for the purpose of supporting district programs that serve homeless students. If you or you know someone that is experimenting homelessness Please let your school know or check out this link .
Please contact Amy Yanez, registrar/attendance clerk if you have any questions. [email protected] or 720-652-7906.
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News from the Campus Supervisor
Parking lots and streets can be dangerous places for young children. To minimize potential risks for students, we offer the following suggestions when using the parking lots and streets surrounding the Spark! Discovery Preschool campus. Prior to arriving at school, please set clear rules / limits for children, including no running (walking feet), no pushing or roughhousing (safe body), and staying with an adult (stay with mom / dad / etc.). Upon arrival, ensure that an aware adult uses “touch supervision” (staying within arm’s reach) whenever children are outside of the vehicle. For a smooth and safe transition from the vehicle to the classroom, parents and family members are encouraged to minimize distractions and remain attentive to their children. Finally, we ask that everyone use designated walkways and crosswalks whenever possible and remain alert for moving vehicles in the area. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Kara Mahan, campus supervisor, at [email protected] or 720-652-7906.
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Inscripción para el preescolar 2026-2027
La inscripción para los programas de preescolar del curso 2026-27 de las Escuelas del Valle de St. Vrain comienza el 9 de diciembre de 2025. Las familias pueden elegir entre programas de alta calidad de cinco días, que incluyen opciones de medio día y algunas de día completo en Spark! Discovery . La solicitud para el Programa Universal de Preescolar de Colorado (UPK) se incluye en el formulario de St. Vrain, y se anima a las familias a que presenten su solicitud con antelación para tener más posibilidades de conseguir una plaza en la escuela de su elección.
El programa de Educación Preescolar Universal (UPK) de Colorado ofrece educación preescolar gratuita a los niños que cumplan cuatro años antes del 1 de octubre del año escolar en el que se matriculen. A través del UPK, las familias pueden recibir hasta 15 horas semanales de educación preescolar financiada por el estado, con la opción de ampliar el horario pagando una cuota.
Tarifas de preescolar para el curso 2026-2027 (la cuota de guardería es independiente y no está incluida en estas cantidades):
- Guardería a tiempo parcial: 640,00 $ al mes
- Segunda mitad del programa de preescolar de jornada completa (para familias que no cumplen los requisitos para el programa de jornada completa a través del UPK): 765,00 $ al mes
- Preescolar de jornada completa: 1.450,00 $ al mes
Centros del programa de educación infantil 2026-2027
Información sobre la inscripción en preescolar para el curso 2026-2027
Más información sobre los programas de educación infantil
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SVVSD FUTURE-READY FESTIVAL
Acompáñenos en el Future Ready Festival, una jornada de puertas abiertas para todo el distrito que tendrá lugar el sábado 7 de marzo, de 14:00 a 18:00 horas, en Silver Creek High . Este evento gratuito y acogedor está abierto a familias, estudiantes, educadores, antiguos alumnos, miembros de la comunidad, colaboradores y líderes locales y estatales. Los invitados podrán disfrutar de zonas de aprendizaje interactivas, demostraciones prácticas, actuaciones en directo de los estudiantes y exposiciones que destacan los programas del distrito y las diversas vías de aprendizaje, junto con las presentacionesde Future-Ready Voicesde todo St. Vrain. Los asistentes también tendrán la oportunidad de informarse sobre los proyectos de bonos en curso y cómo estos apoyan a las escuelas y a los programas de todo el distrito a través de exposiciones interactivas y conversaciones con los líderes y el personal del distrito. El Festival «Future Ready» está diseñado para despertar la curiosidad, responder a preguntas y celebrar el éxito de los estudiantes, mostrando las ventajas de St. Vrain y las oportunidades disponibles para los alumnos de todas las edades.
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- Departamento de Educación Infantil del SVVSD – Matriculación
- Servicio de guardería del SVVSD
- Spark! Guardería – Tasha Lugg
- Material escolar del SVVSD
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