As the weather begins to change and temperatures drop, I want to take a moment to remind everyone how important it is for students to come to school dressed appropriately for the conditions.

Our school day begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 3:15 p.m. Breakfast is served starting at 7:45 a.m. Please do not drop students off before 7:45, as there is no supervision available before that time.

We also appreciate families scheduling appointments outside of school hours whenever possible. We have noticed an increase in early pick-ups recently, and we want to ensure that students are able to maximize their learning time each day.

If you need to pick your child up early or make changes to their after-school transportation plans, please notify the office no later than 12:00 p.m. so we can communicate those changes to teachers in a timely manner.

Thank you for helping us keep students safe and protect their valuable learning time throughout the day.

Hi families and friends, Our school is participating in a creative fundraiser with Art to Remember that allows you to purchase keepsake products customized with your child’s art. There are over 60 products, and many are less than $20. These make great gifts, and a percentage of every purchase goes right back to our school. You can use the art we created at school or even upload pictures of other art created at home! Click on the link below and enter the online order code shown on your child’s order form (sent home in Friday Folders) or to search for your child’s artwork. Then, have fun shopping! Vanderhoof's link: https://arttoremember.com/school/TAYXFQ

Also check out Vanderhoof's Digital Art Show! https://arttoremember.com/artshow/tayxfq

A new session of Spanish Club begins on Nov. 3rd. We will be splitting the classes into two groups. 

• K-2nd grades will meet on Thursdays beginning Nov. 6th 

• 3rd-5th grades  will meet on Mondays beginning Nov. 3rd. (The flyer  incorrectly states 3rd-5th on Tuesday)

Here is the link to register https://www.spanishroots.org/register

Thank you so much Vanderhoof families for supporting our annual book fair! It was a great success, and we earned money we can spend on updating our books in the library! We hope your students are enjoying all of their new books. Also, we want to extend our gratitude for so many families rounding up to donate to Share The Fair as well as buying books from the teacher wish bins, and of course the work of our wonderful volunteers.

Want more Book Fair? No problem! Keep the party going online. All book purchases over $35 ship free and every purchase benefits our school!Visit https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/vanderhoofelementaryschool to shop online through October 27th.  

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun at Arvada West High School! Join the AW National Honor Society on October 30th from 5-7 PM for Trick or Treat Street—a family-friendly event packed with candy, costumes, and plenty of Halloween cheer.

Whether you're looking for a safe space for your little ghouls and goblins to show off their costumes or just want to enjoy the festive atmosphere, this is the place to be! 

Don't miss out on this fang-tastic evening—mark your calendars and come make some spooky memories with us! 

If you have an incoming 5th grade student or are considering choice enrolling your 5th grade student at Drake next year, you are welcome to attend 5th grade information night. See Drake 5th Grade Information Night 2025 flyer for more details. 

Halloween 

We are excited to celebrate Halloween at school! Here are a few important details for the day:

• Costumes: Students are welcome to wear their costumes to school. Please make sure costumes are school-appropriate. No weapons, blood, or gore are allowed.

• Parade: The parade will begin promptly at 8:25 a.m. Students will walk all the way around the building. Parents are welcome to stand anywhere around the outside of the school to watch and cheer.

• Class Parties: Following the parade, class parties will take place in classrooms and wrap up around 9:15 a.m.

• Costume Changes: After the party, students will take off their costumes and place them in their backpacks. Please have your child wear regular clothes underneath their costume if possible to make changing easier.

• Rest of the Day: Once costumes are put away, students will return to a normal school day.

Please check out the signup genius to support classroom parties. 

Thank you for helping us make this a safe and fun celebration