January 28th, 2024 Edition

Dear Vanderhoof Families-

We are unveiling our improved newletter format, we take great pride in making sure communication is easily excessible to all. Congratulations to all of our Spelling Bee participants. We are are so proud of the way you all SOARed and showed such courage and knowledge. See below the names of our two top competitors that will move on to the district wide Spelling Bee. We are grateful to all the parents and staff volunteers that helped this event happen.

A big shout out to our All-State Choir particpants and Mrs. Hartmann that performed this weekend. Karate afterschool start Jan. 30th afterschool for those of you that have decided to particpate in this opportunity. Reach out to Mr. Buelter if you have any questions.

Kindergaten and First grade will be celebrating a 100 days of school next week on Friday Feb. 2. We love this event and can't wait to share pictures.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up on Feb. 15th. Teachers will communicate with families if a conference is needed.

If your able to donate- we are in need of a few items:

Valentine's day cards

Replenish school supplies

Crayons (24 box)

Markers

Folders

Reminders about drop off and dismissal, we know that this is a busy time of the day. Please help us keep everyone safe by parking in the parking lot. The buses need ample space on the road to pick up and drop off students, parking along any of our lane and bus route creates safety hazards. We also encourage everyone to remind your students to use crosswalks and appreciate adults modeling this behavior.

Michele Rodriguez

Principal

mrodrigu@jeffco.k12.co.us

303-982-2744

Calendar

**Please know that these dates are subject to change.

District Family Calendar click here
Vanderhoof Yearly Event Calendar click here

Announcements/Reminders:

Join us at Summit Jeffco: Empowering Families for Student Success!

We encourage you to attend this event that promises to empower and equip you with valuable insights to support your student's educational journey. Join us at Summit Jeffco hosted by Jeffco Public Schools on Saturday, March 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Summit Ridge Middle School.

FAMILY SURVEY

Our school is committed to ensuring that your experience with our school is collaborative, successful and helps your child learn and grow. We want to know how we are doing. Panorama Education is a company who conducts student and family surveys in schools and districts across the country.

Below is a link to complete a survey about family school partnerships. The survey is anonymous and will take around 15 – 20 minutes to complete. The results will be compiled into school level climate reports. These reports will be used by district leadership and school staff to continue the positive work of our schools while identifying and addressing current needs. The family survey opens Tuesday, January 16 and closes Friday, February 23. Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback!

Survey Link: surveys.panoramaed.com/jeffco/family

Spring Break Kids Theatre Camp- Beauty and The Beast Camp Flyer

Grub Club—Sponsored by JCEA, JESPA, and Jeffo PTA + the Jeffco Action Center- Support our Jeffco students experiencing homelessness or emancipation who need food and hygiene products throughout the school year. This year, we are collecting soup cups/pop tops (please no cans that require a stove or can opener). If you would prefer to make a monetary donation:https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E357905&id=20&cfifid=26 Donations of soup cups/pop top or online donations will be accepted now through March 8th, 2024. There is a large box for items to get dropped off near the main office.

After-School Karate- Seo's Martial Arts is coming to Vanderhoof!! They will be offering an After School Program starting January 30th and it is only open to the first 50 students who sign up. Please check your student's backpack for a permission form or reach out to Mr. Buelter (tbuelter@jeffco.k12.co.us) with any questions.

Outdoor Lab Fundraising- When your child reaches sixth grade, they, along with their teachers and classmates, will participate in Outdoor Lab. There is a $300 tuition fee for attending Outdoor Lab. Click the letter for information on how you can start fundraising now for your student.

Vanderhoof Spirit Wear

Make everyday spirit day! Click the link below to visit our spirit wear store for all your Roadrunner gear. Vanderhoof Spirit Wear Store

PTA

PTA News

🐝B-R-A-V-O! TO OUR SPELLERS 👏

Congratulations to all our 2024 Spelling Bee Participants! They dazzled us with their spelling prowess and their bravery. The Vanderhoof 2024 Spelling Bee Champion is Linnea Wabiszczewicz. Linnea will be joined by Jackson Drumm at the district wide Spelling Bee hosted by Drake Middle School.

📘ALL THINGS YEARBOOK 📘

To submit photos, we have 2 options:
- Email vanderhoofyearbookphotos@gmail.com
- Upload to Drive folders at: Family Yearbook Submissions 2023-2024 - Google Drive
Order before March 15th for the early rate of $20 per book! Prices will increase to $25 after the pre-sale. The final day to order is April 19th. PTA will order a few extras for cash sale on a first come first serve basis in early May. Order Yearbooks here: Vanderhoof Elementary 2024 Yearbook | Entourage Yearbooks Link
LAST CALL FOR 5th GRADE DEDICATIONS - Deadline for submission is this week! 5th grade families - we offer a free dedication space in the yearbook for you to include a photo and message to your soon-to-be elementary graduate. Submissions may be uploaded here.

🔊 Opportunities to Help 🔊

There is always time to join the PTA! Become a PTA member on Givebacks
TUESDAY TREATS - A few opportunities remain for March and April to help us shower our staff with weekly love- sign up here.
HEARTFULT STOCK UP PTA’s program to replenish needed classroom supplies. Be on the lookout for donation boards before and after school and for a direct link to an Amazon Wishlist.

🗓️ Looking Ahead 🗓️

February 8th - PTA Meeting @ 5:00 PM in the Library
February 14th - Valentine’s Day Classroom Parties
February 15th - 4-6pm - SKY ZONE FUNDRAISER @ 52nd & Wadsworth
March 2nd - 8th - Read-A-Thon
March 12th 4-8pm - CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER @ 64th & Ward
April 19th - Science Fair

Stay Connected
Become a PTA member on Givebacks

Join us on Remind - Vanderhoof PTA Class Code- @8kd3cd7
Email us at vanderhoofparentsinfo@gmail.com

Check out the PTA website

Email Photos for the Yearbook to vanderhoofyearbookphotos@gmail.com

Resources

Code of Conduct- Please make sure to go over the district Conduct Code with your child(ren) prior to the first day of school and acknowledge in Jeffco Connect.

Lunch Menus- School Café

Families are expected to self-screen at home and keep their student(s) home if they have any signs of illness. Click Here for self-screening guidance.

Mental Health Resources-Strengthening our Jeffco Community through Mental Health and Wellness: Student Services is introducing an on-going mental health and wellness focus that will be added to the Mental Health and Wellness Hub. Our mental health and wellness hub and the School Toolkit .

Community Resources and Assistance Website: food assistance, layoff support, unemployment assistance, work opportunities, housing, mental wellness support, childcare access, assistance for populations including pregnant women, children, and aging adults, and more.

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