"At Vista Peak Preparatory, our outreach mission is to bridge the gap between school, family, and community. We empower our families to partner in their students' academic journey, ensuring every child has the tools they need to succeed in school and thrive in life."
"En Vista Peak Preparatory, nuestra misión es tender puentes entre la escuela, la familia y la comunidad. Capacitamos a nuestras familias para que participen activamente en el proceso educativo de sus hijos, garantizando que cada niño tenga las herramientas necesarias para tener éxito en la escuela y prosperar en la vida."
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Families, Schools, and Community Engagement increase guidance and resources for students ensuring success on the pathway to graduation, advanced training, college, and beyond!
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REGÍSTRATE PARA RECIBIR ACTUALIZACIONES DE LA FAMILIA BISON Y SUS AMIGOS
Las familias, las escuelas y la comunidad brindan mayor orientación y recursos a los estudiantes para asegurar su éxito en el camino hacia la graduación, la formación avanzada, la universidad y más allá.
¡NO TE LO PIERDAS, SUSCRÍBETE A NUESTRO BOLETÍN SEMANAL DE VPP!
Dear Families, Welcome to our school community! My name is Rocio, and as your Family Liaison, my goal is to ensure you and your student feel supported, informed, and connected. We believe that when families and schools work together, our students thrive.
Estimadas Familias: ¡Bienvenidos a nuestra comunidad escolar! Mi nombre es Rocio y, como su Enlace Familiar, mi objetivo es asegurar que usted y su estudiante se sientan apoyados, informados y conectados. Creemos que cuando las familias y las escuelas trabajan juntas, nuestros estudiantes prosperan.
1. Stay Connected (Manténgase Conectado)
TalkingPoints: This is our main communication tool. You will receive texts in your preferred language. (Nuestra herramienta principal de comunicación. Recibirá mensajes de texto en su idioma preferido).
Weekly Newsletter: Check your email every Friday for important updates. (Revise su correo cada Viernes para actualizaciones importantes).
2. Important Resources (Recursos Importantes)
Need Help? Call 2-1-1: For food, housing, or utility assistance. (¿Necesita ayuda? Llame al 2-1-1 para asistencia con comida, vivienda o servicios).
Transportation: Students ride for free through the RTD Zero Fare for Youth program. (Los estudiantes viajan gratis con el programa RTD Zero Fare).
Technology: If you need a computer or internet, ask me about PC’s for People. (Si necesita una computadora o internet, pregúnteme sobre PC’s for People).
3. Support at School (Apoyo en la Escuela)
Counseling: Our VPP Counseling team is here for your student’s emotional and academic well-being. (Nuestro equipo de consejería de VPP está aquí para el bienestar emocional y académico de su estudiante).
Fundraisers: Keep an eye out for our student events to support our programs! (¡Esté atento a nuestros eventos escolares para apoyar nuestros programas!)
I can assist with:
Navigating school systems (Grades, Attendance).
Connecting you with community resources (Food, Health, Housing).
Translating important information.
Puedo ayudarle con:
Navegar los sistemas escolares (Calificaciones, Asistencia).
Conectarlo con recursos comunitarios (Comida, Salud, Vivienda).
Traducir información importante.
Contact Me / Contácteme:
Agueda Del Rocio Rocha
Family & Community Liaison
Vista Peak Preparatory
24500 East 6th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80018
303-340-01-21 Ext. 26255
arocha@aurorak12.org
2-1-1 Colorado
English: A confidential service that connects you with resources for food, housing, and utility assistance.
Español: Un servicio confidencial que le conecta con recursos para comida, vivienda y pago de servicios públicos.
Village Exchange Center
English: A community center providing food pantries, vaccines, and support for immigrants and refugees in Aurora.
Español: Un centro comunitario que ofrece despensa de comida, vacunas y apoyo para inmigrantes y refugiados en Aurora.
ArapaSOURCE
English: An easy-to-use directory for health and human services specifically for Arapahoe County residents.
Español: Un directorio fácil de usar para servicios humanos y de salud específico para residentes del Condado de Arapahoe.
RTD Zero Fare for Youth
English: Provides free bus and light rail access for all students aged 19 and under.
Español: Ofrece acceso gratuito a autobuses y tren ligero para todos los estudiantes de 19 años o menos.
PC’s for People
English: Offers low-cost computers and affordable internet services for families with limited income.
Español: Ofrece computadoras de bajo costo y servicios de internet económicos para familias con ingresos limitados.
The Delores Project
English: Provides safe shelter and personalized support for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Español: Ofrece refugio seguro y apoyo personalizado para personas sin hogar.
Children's Hospital Dental
English: Comprehensive dental care and emergency services specialized for children and teens.
Español: Cuidado dental integral y servicios de emergencia especializados para niños y adolescentes.
Support is on the Line
The 988 Colorado Mental Health Line is available for free, immediate, human support 24/7.
If you or someone you know is struggling with an emotional, mental health or sustance use concern, CALL, TEXT OR LIVE CHAT WITH 988 TODAY.
The 988 CThe 988 Colorado Mental Health Line is available for free, immediate, human support 24/7. If you or someone you know is struggling with an emotional, mental health, or substance use concern, call, text, or live chat with 988day. We’re here to listen olorado Mental Health Line is available for free, immediate, human support 24/7. If you or someone you know is struggling with an emotional, mental health, or substance use concern, call, text, or live chat with 988 today. We’re here to listen
*Have at least one child who is eligible for the National School Lunch Program or receive HUD Hoisung assitence.
*Live in an area where Comcast Internet Service is available
Tener al menos un nino que califica para el Programa Nacional de Almuerzos Escolares o recibir asistencia para viviendas publicas (HUD)
Vicir en un area donde el servicio de Internet de Comcast este disponible
A call out to our amazing parent community at Vista Peak Preparatory
Did you know that volunteering for just one hour can impact our students' day? We are looking for parents and guardians who want to connect, support, and enrich the school experience.
🗓️ Urgent Needs
TO REQUEST A BADGE AND START THE BACKGROUND PROCESS:
Volunteer or Partner Must Do this Part
Complete the online Volunteer/Partner Screening and Badge Request Form to start the process. Filling out this form is required every year.
Create an account and request a background check directly from the Sterling Volunteers website. Screening is required every year.
NOTE: After completing the request form, the confirmation will show you a link to the Sterling Volunteers website. Follow that link and you will have to log in using your established login credentials for that platform to request the background check. The Security Office is not able to help with password/login issues.
The "good deed code" to use in order for Aurora Public Schools to pay the background check fee is: aps301v - You must use that code to ensure we pay and receive the results. Screening is required every year.
IMPORTANT: Please know that nothing happens for any applicant until an approval is submitted.
Join us to build a stronger school, together!
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Agueda Del Rocio Rocha
Family & Community Liaison
Vista Peak Preparatory
24500 East 6th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80018
303-340-01-21 Ext. 26255
arocha@aurorak12.org