Courage & Character
Hello Fall River Fox Families,
We wrapped up our winter parent/teacher conferences last night. We had an exceptional turnout over all three nights. Though we still have a few to reschedule, I’m optimistic that we will once again reach our goal of meeting with 100% of our families. I’m grateful for the co-commitment and partnership that our staff and parents have. I believe it’s the foundation for why we are such a successful high achieving school.
A perfect example of this parent/school partnership is the dinner arrangement for teachers during our conference nights. Each evening our parents put together a tasty homemade meal for the whole Fall River teaching staff. There are so many parents who pitched in to prepare main courses, sides, desserts and beverages. And there are parents who pitched in for the set up and clean up who are often there for hours to make sure the Fall River team has everything we need. There’s no way that I can effectively share with you the gratitude I have for the love and support our parents give to our amazing teachers.
One of the Courage and Character qualities we try to teach our Foxes is gratitude. This little newsletter message from the Principal doesn’t come close to expressing how thankful we are, but I hope it at least lets you know that we know how hard you have worked for us. Thank you!
I hope all of you have an amazing weekend.
Onward and upward!
Quinn O’Keefe
Fall River Principal
Make Your Own Bot!
Upcoming Parent University Session, February 20
St. Vrain’s Parent University program provides training, information, and resources to parents and caregivers to support the well-being and success of their children.
Join us on Zoom, Feb. 20 from 5-6:30 p.m.
Adolescent RISE with Nicholas Thompson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Adolescent RISE is a presentation that takes a fun and informative look at the developmental period of adolescence (ages 10-25). It includes debunking myths about adolescence, understanding the four qualities of adolescence (risk taking, identity formation, social reorientation, and emotional intensity), and learning about the tweenage brain. With this foundation established, ways to better support our kids will be discussed.
Please register online to assist with planning purposes.
Learn more about St. Vrain’s Parent University and register for upcoming events
Community Schools Wraparound Registration Opens 2/6/25
Extend Your Child’s Preschool Experience with Wraparound Pre-K Care
St. Vrain Valley Schools offers licensed Wraparound Pre-K Care for children ages 3 to 5 at six school sites, providing a safe and enriching environment to complement preschool or as a childcare option for younger learners. With activities in STEAM, literacy, and creative play, children will build skills and confidence in a nurturing setting. Registration for the 2025-2026 school year opens February 6.
Visit Community Schools online to learn more and register.
Youth Soccer Clinic
Half-Year iPad Insurance is Available!
If you have NOT already purchased iPad insurance for your student’s iPad, you now have the option to purchase half-year iPad Insurance. Please contact our school Secretary, Amanda Rogowski ( [email protected]) if you would like to purchase the Optional iPad Insurance and possibly save hundreds of dollars! Once we inspect your student’s iPad and determine that it is in good shape, we will add the fee into their Infinite Campus Account. You can then purchase the insurance through Infinite Campus.
2024-25 Student iPad Insurance Fee for the 1/2 Year: $12.50
The fee is reduced for students eligible for free or reduced priced lunch. ($5 and $7.50 respectively)
To apply for free or reduced lunch status, fill out the Education Benefit Form
iPad Insurance covers from when it is purchased until the next school year begins in August 2025!
Thank you and please don’t hesitate to contact me or Ms. Amanda with any questions!
Ms. Steph
720-652-7920 ext. 22573
Digital Citizenship
Students in grades K – 5 will begin lessons in digital citizenship in January and February. Lessons are drawn from Common Sense Education and will be taught by our STEM Coordinator Mrs. Trembly, and our Campus Supervisor, Miss Steph.
Some of the content will include: Media balance and well being, privacy and security, digital footprint and identity, relationships and communication, cyberbullying, digital drama and hate speech, as well as news and media literacy.
Below, you will find links to family activities and discussion prompts around this content.
Grades K-2
Digital Citizenship Family Activity in English
Digital Citizenship Family Activity in Spanish
Grades 3 – 5
Digital Citizenship Family Activity in English
Digital Citizenship Family Activity in Spanish
Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) Spring 2025
Schools in Colorado use standardized testing as a way to measure student’s academic progress and prepare students for life in the real world.
Mark your calendars! This year testing for 3rd-5th graders will occur between 4/8/25-4/18/25 (makeups 4/21-4/25).
Please keep these dates in mind when planning in the Spring. Minimizing students absences and tardies during this time is extremely helpful.
St. Vrain Preschool Expands to Five-Day-A-Week Programs
Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, St. Vrain Valley Schools will offer five-day-a-week preschool programs. Families can explore a variety of high-quality preschool options tailored to meet families’ unique needs, including half-day morning and afternoon sessions, with full-day programs available at select locations. Registration for the upcoming school year begins on December 17.
Visit svvsd.org/preschool for more details and registration information.
Fall River Fox Calendar
2/14– No School- Non-Student Contact Day
2/17–No School-President’s Day
2/25–Salud Dental Clinic (more details soon)
3/17-3/2–No School-Spring Break
4/8/25-4/24/25— CMAS testing
4/15-4/20–SVVSD Art Show
PTO Happenings
-Talent Show dates and signup info will be going home in the next week, start planning your entries!
-Yearbook sales will be live soon, and will be delivered in the spring again this year for the picnic / yearbook signing
-2/10: February PTO Meeting: Summer Camp information & opportunities
PTO has volunteer positions available! Interested in seeing how you can help? Visit the Fall River PTO website to learn more.