Prairie Ridge Elementary Embarks on a Market Journey

Led by the dedicated third-grade team of Amy Hamblin, Mindy Sandoval, and Sherry Zamudio, Prairie Ridge Elementary School is transforming students’ learning experience with its captivating “Market” project. “This project breathes life into social studies, revealing how economic concepts unfold in the students’ everyday lives,” stated Zamudio. Their commitment is evident as they emphasize the
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Mentor Support

Mentor Support Peer Mentors are assigned to experienced teachers (those with three or more years of teaching experience) who are new to St. Vrain. A minimum of eight hours is spent with the inductee to orient them with school and district policies, offer guidance about professional expectations for behavior and performance, provide district and building timelines (e.g.,
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Our Graduates are Advancing the Future of America

May 21, 2019, 12:17pm  |  St Vrain Valley School District As we move toward the end of another outstanding school year, it is an honor to recognize the unwavering drive, strength of character, and rigorous academic preparation that has propelled approximately 2,000 students to the day of their high school graduation. The thunderous applause that will follow
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Hands-On Learning with Insects at Lyons Elementary

At Lyons Elementary, students in Sara Foster-Barone’s second-grade class recently explored the fascinating world of insects through an immersive learning session led by Thorne Nature Experience, an organization dedicated to connecting youth with nature through environmental education. Thorne’s in-school program focuses on interactive explorations, inquiry-based experiments, and hands-on use of scientific instruments and specimens to
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Western Digital Partnership a Decade in the Making

In 2008, Skyline Principal Patty Quinones was faced with a monumental task – transforming the high school experience for her Skyline Falcons. “It was a time of incredible change and innovation. We knew that the world was changing quickly and we had to keep up. As we looked at the industries in our community, we
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Our Graduates are Advancing the Future of America

Dear Class of 2022 and Families, As we move toward the end of another outstanding school year, it is an honor to recognize the unwavering drive, strength of character, and rigorous academic preparation that has propelled approximately 2,000 students to the day of their high school graduation. The thunderous applause these students will receive as
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Unleashing Potential: AI and Creativity Camp at St. Vrain Valley Schools

The Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools’ groundbreaking AI and Creativity Camp is transforming how students engage with technology. Through camp activities, students combine technology and creativity by exploring a range of Artificial Intelligence including AI software, art projects, 3D models, and more.  A Transformative Experience One of the standout participants in this camp
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Lyons Earns Top Spot in State Rankings

In an impressive achievement, Lyons Middle Senior High School has been ranked No. 1 out of 115 middle/high schools in Colorado, according to the latest School Performance Framework (SPF) rankings released by the Colorado Department of Education. The SPF is a comprehensive evaluation system that assesses schools based on various criteria, including academic achievement, growth,
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St. Vrain’s Special Education Department Has a New Coordinator

St. Vrain Valley School District is happy to welcome back Pauline “Paula” Avis to the district as the new Special Education Coordinator, replacing Laura Gold.  Avis brings 12 years experience in K-12 public education to SVVSD. For the past three years, Avis was a Special Education Coordinator in Adams 14. Prior to that, she was
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Preschool Program at Columbine Elementary Prepares Young Learners for Bright Futures

At Columbine Elementary’s preschool program, the preparation for kindergarten goes beyond the classroom. Heather Pias, who’s been a teacher for nearly 20 years and has spent the last eight years as the Preschool Teacher at Columbine, understands the importance of preparing children for kindergarten by laying a foundation for a lifetime of learning and growth.
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