News – St. Vrain Valley Schools

Blair Hunter’s Dedication to Special Education at Spark! Discovery Preschool

At Spark! Discovery Preschool, the commitment to embracing diversity in early childhood education is paramount. Blair Hunter, the Special Education Teacher in the Significant Support Needs (SSN) classroom, exemplifies this commitment through her dedication and compassion. A graduate of St. Vrain Valley Schools, Hunter began her career at Spark! as a part-time paraeducator while completing
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Legacy Elementary’s New Student Writing Group Builds Connections with Community Members

Betty Heath, a long-time volunteer in St. Vrain Valley Schools, currently at Legacy Elementary School, has been providing mentorship to a group of five fourth-grade students once a week. These students, who call themselves the “Aspiring Writers,”expressed interest in learning how to write articles for their school newspaper. Drawing on her journalism experience, Heath provided
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St. Vrain Valley Schools and MSU Denver Announce New Partnership Paving the Way to College for District Students

St. Vrain Valley Schools and Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) have established a new partnership that will foster a pathway to higher education for all district graduates. Under this collaboration, MSU Denver will provide students from St. Vrain Valley Schools early access to admissions support, financial aid, campus events and career readiness. Coined
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Anima Arts Introduces Creative Collaboration with Spark! Discovery Preschool

The partnership between Spark! Discovery Preschool and Anima Arts is an example of the power of community connections. Anima Arts’ mission is to offer community-based art programs promoting public health education for children and their families, emphasizing the importance of healthy movement and artistic expression in overall well-being. Reflecting on the partnership’s origins, Mimi Ferrie
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You’re Invited to St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Career and Job Fair, April 26

St. Vrain Valley Schools is committed to providing our students with diverse learning opportunities to pursue their career interests and broaden their learning experiences through advanced technology courses, industry certifications, career and technical education training, and more.We are pleased to invite you to the third annual St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Career and Job Fair, where
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Alpine Elementary’s Preschool Teachers are Committed in Providing Academic Excellence

Alpine Elementary School prides itself on its high-quality preschool program, where learning begins with exploration and play. Supported by the passion and dedication of two educators, Mrs. Debi Boruff and Mrs. Kathy Willyard, the program continuously prepares students academically by creating a sense of curiosity, empathy, and joy in learning. Reflecting on their journey into
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Rocky Mountain Elementary School Fosters Student Well-Being with Social-Emotional Learning Day

Rocky Mountain Elementary School held their Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Day during April’s late start. “The idea of the SEL day stemmed from a discussion about giving students test-taking tips for the CMAS,” shared Jennifer Parmeter, counselor at Rocky Mountain. “We wanted to build excitement for the upcoming testing season and to ensure students were equipped
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APEX Student Takes Top Prize at Young Inventor Challenge

In the world of young inventors, dreams often serve as a driving force behind innovation. For 13-year-old Wolf Danzer, a seventh-grader in the APEX Homeschool Program, this sentiment rings true. Inspired by his family’s love for games and a memorable blanket fort, Wolf designed a game called Blanket Kingdom, earning him the Most Authentic Award
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St. Vrain’s Early Childhood Education Department Hosts Developmental Screenings for Young Children, April 11

As part of St. Vrain’s celebration of Week of the Young Child, the Early Childhood Education Department is pleased to offer developmental screenings available at no cost for families with children aged 3 months to 5 years. During the event parents will meet with early childhood education staff and children will engage in fun activities
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St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show live at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 16-21

St. Vrain Valley Schools will host its annual art show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall. Community members are invited to view student art from all grade levels and schools across the district from April 16-21. The event is free and open to the public: Please join us in celebrating our students’ talent, hard
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