As part of their Capstone projects, art students from Skyline High School have launched special projects benefiting both students and the senior residents from Atria, a local senior living community. This unique activity serves a dual purpose: fostering community outreach and offering students a glimpse into the life of a working artist. Art Teacher Carolyn
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September 2023Striving Toward Thinking Classrooms By and large students spend most of their class time not thinking, at least not in ways we know they need to think in order to be successful … If they’re not thinking, they’re not learning. — Peter Liljedahl Mimicking is not thinking. Thinking requires students to engage in listening,
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As a parent, I never imagined that I would be navigating the world of preschools so early in my child’s life. The idea of sending my oldest, Jordan, who was just three years old, to preschool four days a week seemed daunting. But life had other plans for us—plans that led us to Spark! Discovery
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August 13, 2019, 8:02am | St Vrain Valley School District We all know the adage, it takes a village. But what exactly is that proverbial ‘village’? The long answer may be complex, but the short answer is simple: it’s all about community. When it comes to St. Vrain Valley School District, community is and always has been
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Students across St. Vrain Valley Schools have been preparing for the upcoming Public Education on Parade event this September. Organized by a committee of high school students and educators, the parade is designed to celebrate the achievements of the district and strengthen the connection between St. Vrain Valley Schools and the community. Addison Brents, senior
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Students at Longmont Estates Elementary School are making a difference by enhancing social interaction, and promoting communication skills through their Peer Mentorship program. This unique initiative brings students together from the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and General Education programs, creating opportunities for learning and growth. Counselor Erin Wise explains, “We believe fostering empathy and compassion
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University/Community Options American College of Education Masters and Doctorate Programs American College of Education (ACE) offers 100% online advanced degrees, with master’s programs under $9500 and doctorate degrees under $24,000. All St. Vrain employees receive a discount towards their programs. For more information contact [email protected]. Colorado Christian University Master’s in Educational Leadership As an employee at
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Parents can play a crucial role in supporting education by volunteering and getting involved in the classroom. Through the Spring myON reading challenge, Mountain View Elementary’s Parent Leadership Team (PLT) encourages academic growth by making reading fun and exciting for students. Throughout the month of March, Mountain View’s PLT has been hosting a variety of
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At Longs Peak Middle School, students in the Wildlife Rangers Club participate in exciting adventures to explore various animal habitats in Colorado. Guided by eighth-grade Math and Science Teacher Andrew Freeman, club members monitor and maintain remote cameras on City of Longmont and Boulder County Parks and Open Space (BCPOS) property and share their discoveries
Longs Peak Wildlife Rangers Club Monitors Animal Habitats in Colorado Read More
August 13, 2019, 9:13am | St Vrain Valley School District It is late afternoon on a Wednesday at the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools, and young entrepreneurs from around the world are standing in front of a 20-foot tall green screen. They are filming short videos about their ideas to solve huge problems like hunger
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