Fall River Elementary Newsletter


Hello Fall River Fox Families,

Every year St. Vrain Valley Schools hosts a student art show to showcase the work of all of its young artists. The Art Show is held at the Boulder County Fairgrounds right here in Longmont, and is currently open through this Sunday, April 20.

Fall River had several students entered into the show this year. I’m pleased to say that they’ve already announced the Awards of Excellence winners and Fall River had eight winners! This is the most we have ever had! A big thank you to our fantastic Art teacher, Mr. Kloser.

Please help me to congratulate our Awards of Excellence winners (one of whom is a Kindergartener!):

Stacy Patton, 5th grade

Daniel Head, 5th grade

Morgan Fenster, 4th grade

Ethan Berumen Villalpando, 4th grade

Quinn Launspach, 3rd grade

Hadleigh Maples, 3rd grade

Lily Rogers, 2nd grade

Grace Johnson, Kindergarten

We are all very proud of these creative and artistic Foxes! 

Onward and upward!

Quinn O’Keefe
Fall River Principal



St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show live at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 15-20

Please join us at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 15-20 for the public viewing of artworks from all grade levels and schools across the St. Vrain Valley. Different mediums will be featured including ceramics, digital art/photography, drawing, jewelry making, metalwork, mixed media, painting, and printmaking. Learn more and see where the winning artworks will publish.

Student Art Show "Unframed" showcasing diverse artwork from St. Vrain Valley Schools, April 15-20. Image features attendees viewing colorful student creations in a gallery setting.


Promote Your Family-Friendly Business at our Fall River Summer Unplugged Event!

Do you have a local business that serves families? Here’s your chance to showcase it at our upcoming event on May 2nd! Whether you offer fun activities, essential services, or delicious treats, we’d love to highlight businesses that make a difference for our families and our community. 

Email Dawn Wiley ([email protected]) for more information by April 18th. 



Lost and Found area displaying various jackets, hoodies, and hats, with signs urging students to check for their missing items.

Safety awareness sign in a school zone advising drivers to drive slowly and exercise patience during student pick-up and drop-off times, promoting community responsibility for student safety.

New Colorado law prohibits holding or using a mobile device while driving, effective January 1, 2025. The image illustrates this law with a hand on a steering wheel and highlights hands-free accessory options to ensure safe driving practices. Additional information and penalties for violations are also included.

Explore the Future of Learning with AI, April 22


Join us for an engaging AI Open House, where parents, students, and community members can experience firsthand how Artificial Intelligence is transforming education. As part of St. Vrain’s Parent University, this interactive event will take place on Tuesday, April 22 from 5:00–6:30 p.m. at the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools. Explore student- and instructor-led AI stations, participate in hands-on activities, and see real-world applications of AI in St. Vrain classrooms.

Please register online to assist with planning.
Learn more about St. Vrain’s Parent University and upcoming events.


STEM Night For ALL

Please join us at the Innovation Center on Tuesday, May 6th for our annual STEM Night!  We’ll have STEM activities, a Make and Take section, and content specific STEM events in each of our focus areas, which include:  Artificial Intelligence, Aerospace, Biosciences, Cybersecurity, Digital & Virtual Design, Entrepreneurship, Robotics, and Video Production.  In addition, we’ll have larger outdoor STEM opportunities, the Student Design Guild, and Cardboard Carnival Games!  Come to play from 4:30-6:30.  Want to be a part of the Student Design Guild and / or the Carnival Games?  Check out the attached flier to see how YOU can participate!

STEM Night event flyer at the Innovation Center in Longmont, CO, featuring activities like preschool makerspace, K-8 Tinker Time, Student Design Guild, and Cardboard Carnival Games. Event date is Tuesday, May 6, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, open to the community. Details on participation and design requirements included.

LHS Drama Kids Camp poster for "101 Dalmatians," held June 16-26 at Longmont High School. Camp for ages 7-13, Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, costing $560. Includes live performance on June 26. Registration QR code and email for inquiries provided.

DON’T FORGET to REGISTER for Kindergarten!



Fall River Fox Calendar

4/21-4/24— CMAS Makeup testing

4/15-4/20–SVVSD Art Show

4/21-4/24 Book Fair (last day 4/25 AM only)

4/28–Non-Student Contact Day- No school


PTO Happenings

PTO has volunteer positions available! Interested in seeing how you can help? Visit the Fall River PTO website to learn more.

Fall River Elementary School