Courage & Character
Hello Fall River Fox Families,
The Fall River team has been working hard at raising the bar with our STEM learning experiences. As I visit classrooms, I’ve noticed quite a bit of excitement across every grade level. When kids engage in high level experiences to stretch their critical thinking skills, their confidence develops. This is because they have an authentic place to practice and apply the skills they’ve been learning in Math, Reading and Writing.
Pictured here is our STEM coordinator, Stacy Trembly, with our brand new 3D printer. Also, some of our 4th graders “making fossils”.
Once again, thank you for your support of Fall River through our Fox Trot. This is how we make the magic happen!
Onward and upward!
Quinn O’Keefe
Fall River Principal
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Kindergarten “Farmers”
Kindergarten learned about the importance of Farming this week. They visited Miller Farm. Since 1949, Miller Farm has been a family-owned working farm. The students picked their own vegetables and pumpkins and even brought some home for their families.
St. Vrain Preschool Literacy Night with Author Rosemary Wells, Tuesday Oct. 15
Preschool families in St. Vrain Valley Schools are invited to a special literacy night featuring renowned author Rosemary Wells on October 15 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m., at the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools. Rosemary Wells, celebrated for her beloved characters like Max & Ruby, Noisy Nora, and Yoko, will read her book “If You Believe in Me,” which preschoolers have received as part of our early reading initiative. During the event, Rosemary will lead a discussion on the book’s themes, demonstrate her approach to character creation as the book’s illustrator, and sign students’ individual books. Students will participate in an art activity during a portion of the event, exploring different mediums similar to what Rosemary uses for her illustrations.
Learn more about Preschool Literacy Night
SVVSD DRONE SHOWS
Photos of Drone Show
Courtesy of Julie Butrick
On Thursday, October 10th, we are performing a drone show at Skyline High, around 7:00pm, at the halftime of the football game, which starts at six. We would like to invite the nearby feeder schools to attend. In addition to being a fantastic show for your students, parents, and the greater school community, the performance will expose students to exciting careers, areas of study, and opportunities they may not yet be aware of. We are excited to expose your students to how they might be able to get involved at the Innovation Center when they’re in high school.
The Innovation Center’s Drone Performance Team is the first high school student-led outdoor drone performance team in the world, and we are passionate about its potential impact on students across our district and beyond. We believe that younger students would greatly benefit from early exposure to the many amazing opportunities available in our district, and would love to have students and families from your school attend the show! If you would like to come early to come see set up, you and any other staff or your families are absolutely welcome.
Mark your calendars for these dates to see the SVVSD Drone Show:
10/16 Longmont High School – Powderpuff Game
10/25 Frederick High School – Football Game Halftime
11/8 Mead High School Football Game Halftime
Attendance Matters
PLEASE LOG ONTO THE INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT PORTAL TO UPDATE MAILING AND CONTACT INFORMATION FOR YOUR STUDENT. We are finding that we have a lot of out of date contact info. For the safety of your student, please confirm that the information is correct. If you are unable to log in please contact us at (720) 652-7920 to help.
Is your student not feeling well? Are you going out of town? Please call (720) 652-7920, email Nicole Morton ([email protected]), Attendance Clerk, or visit here to notify us of absences.
Please note that parents must sign in students arriving after the 8:55 tardy bell or it will be unexcused.
If your student will be absent for doctor appointments, it is extremely helpful to bring a doctor’s note to excuse the absence.
Please click here to learn about the SVVSD policies regarding student attendance.
How Sick is Too Sick? SVVSD follows the guidance of the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) for determining if your child should be at school.
St. Vrain is Hiring: Visit Our Support Staff Job Fair – Oct. 14
St. Vrain Valley Schools is hosting a Support Staff Job Fair on Monday, October 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Main Street School, 820 Main St., Longmont. Community members are invited to explore a variety of roles in education, from paraprofessionals and custodians to transportation and clerical staff, all focused on making a meaningful impact on students’ lives. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with St. Vrain leaders, discuss current job openings, learn more about employee benefits, and receive assistance with submitting online applications.
Learn more about the upcoming job fair and positions available.
Enroll Now: Space Available in Preschool and Wraparound Pre-K Programs for 2024-2025
St. Vrain Valley Schools offers a variety of high-quality early childhood education options, including preschool and wraparound pre-k care programs, designed to meet the needs of families in our communities. St. Vrain Valley’s programs provide a comprehensive and supportive learning environment for our youngest learners. Space is still available at various district locations for children ages 3 to 5.
Click to learn more about early childhood education options and how to enroll your child.
iPad Safety and Responsible Use
NO PASSCODE – We ask that elementary students not put a passcode on their school iPad.
PROTECTIVE CASE – iPads remain in the provided case at all times.
RESTRICTIONS – SVVSD sets up restrictions on the student iPads to limit access to certain apps and content. (More information about the default restrictions can be found on the LTP website iPad Restriction Settings.) The school may also set up additional restrictions as needed to assist in managing student use.
SCREEN TIME – Parents have the right and the ability to set up additional restrictions on your student’s iPad beyond what is set by the district. Information on how to do this can be found on the LTP Website Apple’s Screen Time.
PRIVACY – Because the iPad belongs to SVVSD, we have the right to review the content at any time per Board Policy JS. Parents and guardians have the right to monitor their student’s use of the device. Students are expected to respect the privacy of others and not record, photograph, or share personal information of others without their permission.
RESPONSIBLE USE – School iPads are intended to be a tool for learning. Students are expected to abide by BOARD Policy JS and any rules set by the school, teacher, or parent while using the iPad. You are encouraged to set healthy limits for home use such as students using their iPad within sight of a trusted adult for an appropriate amount of time. Set boundaries, safeguards, and expectations for technology use at home that align with your family values.
LOST iPAD – If the device is lost or stolen, let the school know immediately and provide information to help recover the device if possible.
iPAD REPAIR and REPLACEMENT – Students are responsible for taking care of the iPad and accessories. Report any broken or lost equipment to the teacher right away. Families may be responsible for the cost of repair or replacement. Repairs can only be facilitated through district processes. If you opt into the Insurance program and accidentally damage the iPad, SVVSD will provide a replacement as quickly as possible at no charge for a first incident. If you choose not to opt into the Insurance program, SVVSD will communicate a repair cost to you and provide a replacement. SVVSD provides students with a charging brick and cable. If this cable is lost or damaged, you are responsible for replacing it.
RETURNING iPADS – If you transfer to another school or leave the district, you are expected to return the iPad, case, charger, and charging cable in good condition.
100 Mile Club makes fitness fun by challenging students to run, jog, or walk 100 miles during the school year. It’s not too late to sign up. 100 Mile Club meets every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Fall River Fox Calendar
10/11 & 10/14 NO SCHOOL
10/31 Halloween Parade
11/6 Late Start
PTO Happenings
PTO has volunteer positions available! Interested in seeing how you can help? Visit the Fall River PTO website to learn more.
Safety Reminders
Arrival: The bell rings at 8:40. Students will enter the classroom from their teacher’s exterior door. Students will line up at the exterior door until the bell rings. Students may not arrive before 8:40am. The tardy bell rings at 8:55. Parent must come to the office to sign in any student arriving after the tardy bell
Dismissal: The bell rings at 3:25. Please click here to learn some tips for a successful drop off and pick up.
Thanks for partnering to keep our kids safe.