January 25, 2026 Edition
January 25, 2026 Edition
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Dear Vanderhoof Families,
Finally—some winter weather, or at least a winter chill! I hope this message finds you all toasty warm and enjoying your weekend.
We had a wonderful display of courage, confidence, and brain power on Friday during our Spelling Bee. Congratulations to all of our participants! The Bee went an impressive 10 rounds, with the championship round ending with Ben Porter as our champion, Griffin Bishop as runner-up, and Grace Horigan placing third. Our top two spellers will advance to the next round—well done!
A huge thank-you to our judges and parent volunteers who helped make this event possible. Special shout-out to Leslie McMahon, Jamie Kitzman, Brie Wabiszczewicz, Phil Vigil, Ashley Caputo, and Naomi Wilcox. We are also grateful to Hot Works for providing cookies and drinks for the event.
Looking ahead to Valentine’s Day 💌—if you’re out and about and would like to donate a box of valentines, we can always use extras for students. Donations can be dropped off at the main office.
Our Valentine’s Day card exchange and celebrations will take place on Wednesday, February 12th, as there is no school on February 13th. Celebrations will occur throughout the day and will be determined by grade-level teachers, with an emphasis on exchanging cards and engaging in fun kindness activities.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support and partnership. Stay warm!
Michele Rodriguez
Principal
michele.rodrigu@jeffco.k12.co.us
303-982-2744
Join us for an Arvada West Mini Cheer & Dance Camp on February 12th! Young athletes are invited to learn fun cheer motions, basic dance routines, and school spirit alongside Arvada West performers. It’s a high-energy day filled with movement, teamwork, and lots of smiles—perfect for kids who love to cheer and dance. Campers will also have the exciting opportunity to perform at the girls basketball game on February 13th! Don’t miss this chance to experience the A-West spirit both on and off the court.
Seo's Martial Arts is coming back and partnering with Vanderhoof Physical Education to do an after school fundraiser! Sign up fast as there are only 50 spots available and the class starts on February 10th. Check Friday folders for permission forms or ask your student for their form from PE class. Here is the PDF if interested.
Thank you to Arvada Hot Worx studio for providing goodies for our spelling bee. Click here for information on how to get your first month free at the studio in Arvada.
Congratulations to our Spelling Bee champions!!!
We are so proud of all of you, and how brave you are. We are also so thankful to Brie Wabiszczewicz and Leslie McMahon for putting on the Bee. We couldn't have done it without you!!!
1st. Place - Ben Porter
2nd Place Griffin Bishop
3rd Place - Grace Horigan
Heartfelt Restock!!!
Keep your eyes out for our teacher's heartfelt restock coming soon.
This is a great time to help teachers refill on all the classroom things they could be running low on. Lists to be coming home soon.
YEARBOOK!!!!
Our Yearbooks are coming soon, but we need your help!!! To make our yearbooks the best it can be, we NEED your pictures. From the 1st day of school, recess, musicals, any and everything we want them.
Please send them here by Feb. 20th
Announcements
Announcements
Calendar
Calendar
**Please know that these dates are subject to change.
District Family Calendar click here
Vanderhoof Calendar
Vanderhoof Spirit Wear
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
Resources
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 .
Immigration and Newcomer Resources: Community Resources & FAQ's
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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