MAY 2024 From our District and Community
Columbine Basketball Camps
Need something to do over the summer? Join the Columbine basketball camps and clinics.
Volunteer Breakfast
Volunteer Breakfast, Friday May 10th 8-9am in the Leawood Library
We would like to honor our wonderful volunteers by hosting a breakfast, provided by the staff. Come and enjoy a hot breakfast, sides, coffee and juice along with some handwritten notes and cards from our students.
Teacher Retiring
Mrs. Rombach (former preschool teacher/director, kindergarten and 1st grade teacher) is retiring this year! Please help us celebrate her by sending a short video clip sharing a memory, a gratitude, or a well wish. This will be shared at her retirement celebration at Westgate Elementary. We will also post this to our website and share on our social media for all to view. Please email or text your video clips by May 17th to: amber.perez@jeffco.k12.co.us or 303-378-7779. Thank you so much for helping us celebrate Mrs. Rombach's amazing career in educating our children!
Board Town Hall
You’re invited to attend an upcoming Board Town Hall! Join President Mary Parker, 1st Vice President Paula Reed and Secretary Michelle Applegate for a discussion on district topics like safety, boundary maps and graduation preparation. They’ll also highlight achievements in each community, plus a Q&A discussion with attendees!
These events are open to the public and everyone in our community is encouraged to attend! Visit the webpage below to find your designated area representative and more. Learn More
Elevate Education: Subscribe to Jeffco's New Podcast
Introducing our new podcast, Elevate Education! Join hosts Matt Palaoro, Chief Student Success Officer, Jason Firestone, Assistant Director of Student Engagement, and Tara Peña, Chief of Community & Family Partnerships, as they discuss the transformative power of education. From sharing personal journeys to creating inclusive learning environments, they explore various ways to foster student success.
New episodes are available every other Wednesday. Episodes 1 and 2 are available now with special guests Superintendent Tracy Dorland and retired Columbine Principal Frank DeAngelis, respectively. Subscribe and listen wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe Now
Celebrate #TeamJeffco Teachers During Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10 and we are beyond excited to celebrate our amazing #TeamJeffco teachers. Hope you'll join us!
Check out our social media channels (@JeffcoSchoolsCO) for daily activities to help recognize our teachers and make sure to share the fun ways you're celebrating by using #ThanksJeffcoTeachers!
Jeffco Named Best Community for Music Education for Fifth Consecutive Year
For the fifth consecutive year, Jeffco has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education award from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. This designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in providing music access and education to all students.
Thank you to our music staff and students for your continued passion and dedication!
