Dear Vanderhoof Families-
What an amazing week of Roadrunner Pride!
I loved every minute of this last week, 3rd grade Musical, Kids Stage, Band and Orchestra, Math Night, and Ameritowne. It was wonderful seeing you all and celebrating your childrens accomplishments this week. We had a record setting number of attendees at our first math curriculum night, over 100 families turned out for some math learning and fun.Thank you to everyone that donated treats and thank you to PTA for all the Raffle items. It brought me such joy to see our roadruners showing off their amazing mathmatical skills and being able to share with you all how an incredible our new math resource is to our learning. We continue to collect clothing and hygiene items for our Caring Closet which we open up to students and families soon. Tri Awards celebration will be next Friday Nov. 22nd please look for invitations from your child's teacher if they are recieving an award. Report cards will also go home next week. Enjoy your Sunday and see you all on Monday.
Michele Rodriguez
Principal
michele.rodrigu@jeffco.k12.co.us
303-982-2744
You’re a Treat!
The Vanderhoof community is the best community. Thank you for the breakfast treats for Veteran’s Day, the dessert treats for Math Curriculum Night, and for showing up in force at Bliss for the fundraiser night. How sweet it is to be a Roadrunner!
PTA Meeting - November 21st
Join us at the next PTA Meeting on Thursday at 5:00 PM in the library. We will debrief the fall events and start talking about our spring events. The Spelling Bee, Heartfelt Restock, and the Science Fair will be here before we know it.
❄️Season of Caring❄️
The season of caring is upon us. The SEL team is organizing holiday help and giving and they want to hear from you. Do you need help this holiday season? Does your family or work sponsor holiday gift giving/donations? Look for the QR Codes on the school doors or email us and we will connect you to the right person.
Send Us Your Pictures!
Did you take pictures at the Move-A-Thon? Did you capture the moment at the Halloween Party? Do you have First Day of School photos? We want them for the 2024-25 Yearbook! Email vanderhoofyearbookphotos@gmail.com and the event title in the subject line.
Upcoming Events
Every Tuesday: Teacher Treats | Signup for a Tuesday Treat
11/21: PTA Meeting @ 5:00 PM
12/20: Holiday Parties
Stay Connected
Email us at vanderhoofparentsinfo@gmail.com, PTA website, Follow us on Facebook – Vanderhoof Elementary PTA, Become a PTA member on Givebacks, Check out PTA’s Amazon Wish List and the Vanderhoof Wish List, Share photos for the Yearbook, Send your student Birthday Wishes on the Marquee.
The Tri 1 Awards Ceremony will be held on Friday, Nov. 22nd in the gym.
KG-2nd : 1:25-2:05 pm
3rd-5th: 2:15-3:00 pm
Look for an invitation from your student's teacher if they are receiving an award.
If you are a family that could use extra help this holiday season, please fill out this Form to receive holiday help and if you would like to support students at Vanderhoof this holiday season, please complete this Form to give holiday help
Hey 5th Graders and Future Drake Dragons -
Over the last 5 years, Drake Middle School has sent over 200 students across the world to learn about new cultures, countries, and ways of life. Any student coming to Drake next year is invited to attend our "Drake Travel Night" on Tuesday, November 19th at 6pm in the auditorium. Come join us to learn about our 3 trips we are offering for the summer of 2026. This is a great way to see the world with fellow Drake students and staff members. Please sign up to attend the meeting through this link:
We'll see you then!
Winter weather has arrived! Please make sure your student is dressed appropriately to go outside. Information regarding weather related closures and late starts can be found on the weather delay information site .
**Please know that these dates are subject to change.
District Family Calendar click here
Vanderhoof Yearly Event Calendar
Make everyday spirit day! Click the link below to visit our spirit wear store for all your Roadrunner gear. Vanderhoof Spirit Wear Store
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.