Check out this weeks inspiring 5th Grade Spotlights as they reflect on their memorable experiences and growth throughout their time at Vanderhoof. From academic achievements to personal milestones, their spotlights shine brightly in our school community.

Thank you for taking the time to share your insights and feedback this year in the Panorama surveys. I wanted to celebrate some of our growth and highlight a few data points. 

• 73% of students state they have support from adults at the school. 

• 84% of students share that their teachers are excited to be teaching their classes. 

• 88% of students feel their teachers are respectful towards them 

• 70% of students feel like their teachers really want to know the answer when asked, “How are you?”

• 78% of students answered favorably when asked, how often does your teacher make you explain your answer?

• 84% of students answered favorably when asked, when you feel like giving up, how likely is it that your teachers will make you keep trying?

• 79% of parents feel like their child has a sense of belonging at school!

• 73% of parents feel their child feels comfortable asking for help from school adults. 

Our school goals this year focused on fostering community as a receiving school and welcoming 150 new students and 1 new faculty member to every team here Vanderhoof.  As well as transitioning a special needs center program. We took great pride in targeting these goals. We also implemented a new math resource across all grade levels and have trained the entire staff in Orton-Gillingham phonics and phonemic awareness practices. Our recent DIBELS and MAP assessment data show tremendous growth at all levels. 

• MAP- Measures of Academic Success Assessment  (Target is above 50%)

As a school, we are in the 57th percentile for Math growth from Fall to Spring. 67th percentile Math growth from Winter to Spring.

As a school, we are in the 60th percentile for growth in Reading!

• DIBELS Assessment (Target is above 50%) only k-3 take this assessment

KG-78% at and above grade level a 20% growth since Winter

1st.- 72% at and above grade level a21% growth since Winter.

2nd. - 75% at and above grade level a 10% growth since Winter. 

3rd.- 66% at and above grade level a 5% growth since Winter.

As the end of the year is quickly approaching, we remind you that schools fees for the year are due for the 23-24 school year. Your payment of fees ensures the smooth operation of our educational programs and services, benefiting every student in our community. Here is step-by step guide to accessing fees online: Vanderhoof Fee Payment Instructions 

Student Government has planned Spirit Wednesdays to celebrate the end of the year! Click here  for the weekly theme. We can't wait to see your Roadrunner spirit!

Trimester 3 Awards Ceremony will be held on May 21st. If your student is receiving an award, look for an invitation from your student's teacher in the next few weeks.  

Here is the schedule: 

• KG-2nd: 1:25-2:05 pm

• 3rd-5th: 2:15-3:00 pm

All 1st through 5th grade students who are staying in Jeffco for the 2024-2025 school year will bring home a Chromebook for the summer. If your child is not staying in Jeffco Public Schools, please let your child's teacher know so we can collect their device. They will need to bring their device and charger back with them on the first day of school.

Please see more information at the following link: Summer Chromebook Information 

In need of Mental Health Support for your student over the summer? Reach out to Hazel Health to get support. Click here for more information

JeffcoEats weekend food bags and easy prep bags are available during the summer. Click here  for information on locations.

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

• District Family Calendar click here 

• Vanderhoof Yearly Event Calendar click here