He left tech to become a Colorado high school teacher. His key to classroom success: ‘love the kids as much as the content.’

When his students began learning remotely last year, high school teacher Ken Benson felt like he was seeing more ceiling fans than faces. But he was determined to keep teens engaged no matter where they were. He tried new technology tools, games, and his sense of humor.  “Making connections with students is what fills teachers’
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Safety & Security

Safety & Security The Office of Safety and Security is responsible for ensuring the safety of all students, staff, and visitors to any St. Vrain Valley School. Our mission is to enhance the educational environment, ensuring each and every student has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential for academic achievement and success.
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Staff Portal

Staff Portal Please use the menus below to access important resource and links for district staff. All resources on this page are also available via ClassLink. Staff Spotlight St. Vrain Valley Schools is home to over 5,000 teachers and staff who are dedicated to supporting student success. This month we are shining a spotlight on
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100 Mile Club

Why the 100 Mile Club? Well-established national programProvides ongoing support and resources to schools (website, email, phone, newsletter, media tools, helpful suggestions and instructions)Students receive milestone incentives (Challenge Accepted ID card, t shirt, golden pencil, wrist band, final certificate and medal) When? 3-5 days a week for 30 minutes or more is optimal. The 100
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Dyslexia Task Force

OVERVIEW The goal of St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Dyslexia Task Force is to provide high quality support to students with dyslexic characteristics. The model of support includes using current research, evidence-based interventions and early identification screeners to support students identified as dyslexic, or who have characteristics of dyslexia. Dyslexia is recognized as a “specific learning
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Superintendent’s Update: Advancing Achievement and Success

Student Spotlight Letter from the Superintendent Dear St. Vrain Valley Community, Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we advance excellence across our system to support the ongoing success and well-being of our students. It has been an outstanding semester in St. Vrain, with so much to celebrate throughout our system. Recently, we
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Creating Mindfulness in Schools

Mindful rooms and outdoor classrooms The concept of mindfulness can teach students the importance of self-regulation, curiosity and patience. Becoming more aware with feelings and surroundings can help improve focus and provide students with healthy coping mechanisms. Some mindful room activities consist of meditation or journaling. Allowing children a space to focus on calming themselves
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