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Superintendent’s Update
Our Graduates Are Proof of the Public School Advantage
Graduation is my favorite time of year, and this spring, as I have the privilege of celebrating my first graduation season as Superintendent of St. Vrain Valley Schools, I am overwhelmed with pride for the approximately 2,400 graduates who will walk across the stage to receive their diplomas. Standing alongside our Board of Education, our teachers and staff, families, and the business and community partners who have invested so deeply in these students, there is no moment in education more powerful than watching a graduate step into their future. The Class of 2026 has earned every bit of the celebration they are about to receive.
I have spent my entire career in public education because I believe that public schools are the greatest pathway to opportunity in America. In a time when public education faces no shortage of criticism and political headwinds, I want our community to know that what is happening inside St. Vrain Valley Schools should make everyone very proud. Our public schools are doing extraordinary work, and our graduates are living proof. They have been educated in a system that prioritizes opportunity through both rigorous academics and real-world relevance, tradition and innovation, and high expectations and genuine care for every child. This is the St. Vrain Advantage, and it is something we will continue to champion loudly and unapologetically.
St. Vrain Valley Schools has achieved a 96.8% on-time graduation rate, the highest in the Denver Metro Area, while maintaining among the most rigorous graduation requirements of any school district in the region and the lowest dropout rate. Our students are meeting and exceeding expectations that would challenge students anywhere in the country, and that combination of high completion and high standards reflects the commitment our teachers, counselors, and staff make to every student who walks through our doors.
This graduating class has shattered records in enrollment in Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and concurrent enrollment college-level courses, earning thousands of college credits before receiving their high school diplomas. Those credits save families millions of dollars in future tuition costs and give our graduates a running start on their postsecondary journeys. Our seniors have also earned millions of dollars in scholarships, including some of the most prestigious awards in the state and nation. Daniels Scholars, National Merit honorees, and students accepted to highly competitive universities, military service academies, and sought-after apprenticeship and skilled trades programs are all represented in this graduating class.
From their earliest years in our high-quality preschool programs through their final days of high school, these graduates have had access to an educational experience that is unmatched. They have thrived in our instructional focus academies spanning Biomedical Sciences, Engineering and Aerospace, Leadership, STEM, Visual and Performing Arts, P-TEACH, P-TECH, and dozens of workforce pathways that connect classroom learning to careers in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace, and beyond. They have logged countless hours in internships and community service, and competed on athletic fields and performed on stages across the country. They have built world-championship robots, earned industry certifications, conducted original medical and scientific research, and in many cases, completed associate degrees before picking up their high school diplomas. Our world-class facilities like the Innovation Center and Career Elevation and Technology Center have given these students hands-on experience with emerging industries that most young people do not encounter until college.
At the heart of everything we do in St. Vrain is a commitment I hold deeply: that each and every student will be recognized for their unique talents and aspirations, and receive an exceptional educational experience so they graduate with a strong, competitive advantage. The Class of 2026 embodies that commitment. They are creative thinkers and problem solvers, who are collaborative, resilient, and prepared to contribute to their communities and to our country in meaningful ways. Whether they are heading to a four-year university, a community college, a technical program, the military, or directly into the workforce, they leave St. Vrain ready.
To our graduating seniors, I want you to know how incredibly proud I am of each of you. You are stepping into a world that needs your energy, empathy, brilliance, creativity, and your willingness to lead. The education you have received in St. Vrain Valley Schools has prepared you well, and the community that raised you will be cheering you on every step of the way. Congratulations, Class of 2026.
With pride,
Jackie Kapushion, Ed.D.
Superintendent, St. Vrain Valley Schools
Featured Stories
Meet Some of St. Vrain’s 2026 Outstanding Grads
Meet just a few of our approximately 2,300 outstanding graduates who will walk across a stage this week to receive their St. Vrain Valley Schools diploma. Congratulations to all students in the Class of 2026.
St. Vrain 4.0+ Grads Around the World
We are preparing our students for their future by giving them a strong competitive advantage and cultivating a drive for learning and continued growth. See where our 4.0+ graduates are attending college in the fall.
St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show Celebrates Student Creativity Across the District
Community members packed the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ annual Unframed Art Show, a districtwide celebration of student creativity and artistic expression.
“All the World’s A Stage”: St. Vrain Elementary Students Perform Shakespeare in the Park
Fifth grade students from across St. Vrain Valley Schools gathered at Thompson Park in Old Town Longmont on a sunny spring Friday for the annual Shakespeare in the Park program.
Behind the Wheel: The Roads That Lead to St. Vrain
Meet the dedicated professionals driving excellence and connection every day across St. Vrain Valley Schools.
Safety, Security, and Care
St. Vrain Valley Schools takes a comprehensive approach to safety and well-being so every child can thrive.
In the News
Early Learning & Elementary
- More Than Music: Erie Elementary Students Build Confidence and Connection Through Band
- Just Keep Swimming: Legacy Elementary Students Perform Finding Nemo
- Mountain View Elementary Earns Tree Campus Recognition with Arbor Day Celebration
- From Caterpillars to Butterflies: Kindergarten Classes Watch Transformation Unfold
- Eagle Crest Families Experience Student Learning Through Coding Showcase
- Prairie Ridge Elementary Celebrates 25 Years of Community and Connection
Secondary Schools & Student Experiences
- Soaring Heights PK-8 Students Bring Shoe Designs to Life with Crocs, Inc.
- Silver Creek Orchestra Takes Center Stage with Spinphony
- Erie High Engineering: A Year of Excellence
- Sunset Middle School Community Celebrates IB Eighth Grade Showcase
- Students Take the Lead at SMART Team Symposium
Programs & Opportunities
- Innovation Center Students Design Their Own Instruments
- Niwot High School Student Builds a Future with Salesforce
- Innovation Center Welcomes Astronaut, Sparks Student Inspiration
- Student’s “Drones for Dreams” Inspires $25,000 OtterCares Grant for Innovation Center’s New Philanthropy Initiative
District Highlights
- Innovation Center Educator Advances in Presidential AI Challenge
- St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year
- Columbine Elementary, Soaring Heights PK-8 Highlight Innovation as Apple Distinguished Schools
- Frederick High SRO Andrew Fairbanks Named Colorado School Resource Officer of the Year
- Longmont Estates Elementary Kitchen Manager Recognized with School Nutrition Award
Important Reminders, Events, and Opportunities
2026 Graduation Schedule and Livestreams
St. Vrain Valley Schools is proud to celebrate the many accomplishments of our Class of 2026 and invites the entire community to join the celebrations virtually through the livestreams of our graduation ceremonies.
Parent Teacher Conference Advice Column: Supporting Your Student with Dyslexia
The Parent Teacher Conference podcast and blog shares thoughtful, research-based guidance to support your child’s learning, growth, and well-being.
Register for 2026-2027 Transportation Services
If you are interested in having your child ride the bus for the 26-27 school year, please apply for transportation services as soon as possible. We make every effort to accommodate as many eligible riders as possible.
Now Hiring: Experience the #StVrainAdvantage
You will be joining a highly effective and supportive team of professionals who are having a significant impact in the lives of students and families within our community.
2026 Grad Walks Inspire the Next Generation
This week the Class of 2026 revisited their former elementary and middle schools to reflect on how far they’ve come and the educators who believed in them from the very beginning.