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Raptor News

February 15, 2024

Raptor News February 15, 2024

Happy Thursday Raptor Families,


It was wonderful to connect with so many of you this week at Parent Teacher Conferences. As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow on February 16th, and Monday, February 19th.


There are many opportunities to engage at Thunder Valley this next week.

  • As a reminder, AAA is back next week on Tuesday, the 20th, and Wednesday, the 21st.

  • Class and individual pictures are on Wednesday, the 21st. Please see the information below. Order forms have already been sent home with students.

  • There is a wrestling meet at Longs Peak MS on Wednesday, the 21st starting at 3:30 pm.

  • We have a middle school Band Concert on Wednesday, the 21st starting at 6:00pm in the auditorium. Please enter through door number two.

  • We are hosting our 8th - 9th Grade Transition Night on Thursday, the 22nd at 6:00 pm. Please join us for information about the transition to high school and success tips.

  • Our school fundraiser starts on February 20th, and runs through the 29th. Please see details below.


We appreciate your support and involvement in our school community. Please let us know if you need any assistance.


Best Wishes,

Catrina Estrada, Principal

Sandra Vazquez, Assistant Principal

Matt Romig, Assistant Principal

Grant Elwood, Dean of Students

No School- Friday, February 16th & Monday, February 19th

After School Supervision

If your students are staying outside the building on school grounds after school hours they must have adult supervision.

Late Starts for the School Year:

March 6th, April 3rd, May 1st


School starts at 11:05am, the earliest students can be dropped off is 10:50am. Buses pick up 2.5 hours later than their normal pick up time.

Thunder Valley Glow Run | Register today!

Thunder Valley K-8 families,


The day is here! You can now register for our Thunder Valley Glow Run! Our goal is to raise $20,000 for field trips and supplemental curriculum resources. Registering is easy and free!


⭐️ Register Now On MYBOOSTER.COM ⭐️


Be sure to check out the easy sharing functions on MYBOOSTER.COM to let others know how they can help support our school.


Thank you for working with us to make our school stronger. We are grateful for your support!

8th to 9th Grade Transition Night!

When: February 22, 2024 at 6 PM

Where: Thunder Valley Auditorium

Who: All 8th Grade Students and Guardians

What: Get information about the transition from 8th grade to 9th



¡Noche de transición del año 8vo al 9no!

¿Cuándo?: 22 de febrero de 2024 a las 6 p.m.

¿Dónde?: Auditorio de Thunder Valley

¿Quién?: Todos los estudiantes y tutores del año 8vo

¿Para qué?: Obtenga información sobre la transición del año 8vo al 9no

Order Your Yearbook Today! Click on the flyer to scan the QR code

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Coffee mug with Thunder Valley Logo
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CLASES PARA PADRES Y MADRES CRIANZA ACTIVA

Este programa le dará la oportunidad de:

  • Poner límites con amor

  • Abrir canales de comunicación efectiva con sus hijos

  • Enseñar responsabilidad, valor y otros importantes rasgos de carácter

  • Alentar el éxito en la escuela

  • Estimular la independencia

  • Recobrar la alegría de ser padres


Cuándo: enero 30, marzo 5, y abril 2

Dónde: Escuela Thunder Valley

Hora: 6:00 pm a 7:30 p.m.


Tendremos snacks y cuidado de niños~ Regístrese AQUÍ

Spring Picture Day- February 21, 2024

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Mid Year iPad Insurance


If you didn't opt- in to iPad insurance in the beginning of the school year, you can still do so for the second half of the year. The cost is $12.50. Have your student see Mr. Elwood. Payment can be made in the office with cash or check or online through Infinite Campus after your student has checked in with Mr. Elwood.

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Book Fair!

It was great seeing all of our students and families at the Book Fair this week! Thanks so much for visiting and supporting your student's reading and our school library!

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Upcoming Band Music Concerts:

February 21st, 6, 7, 8 Grade Band Concert and Jazz Band at 6:00pm

February 27th, 6, 7, 8 Grade Orchestra Concert and The Raptor Mariachi at 6:00pm


For more information see our Thunder Valley Band/ Orchestra Website

6th-8th Grade Soccer Registration

6th- 8th Grade Soccer Registration is open through the City of Longmont. Practices will be Monday-Thursday 3:45-5:15 and will start March 4th. Games will start the week of March 25th. Please see the attached flyer for more details and information on how to register your student.

Low Cost Immunizations for Colorado Families

Please see the attached flyer for information on low cost immunizations clinics.

SVVSD's Nutrition Services is hosting an upcoming Parent Advisory Committee Meeting

SVVSD's Nutrition Services is hosting an upcoming Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Wednesday Feb 21st from 6:00-7:30pm virtually through zoom.


This meeting will include:


Kate Schulz, RDN, LD, LMNT

Nutrition and Health Promotion Consultant


*Guest Speaker from Colorado Beef Council

*What's new through Nutrition Services (recent farm-to-school movement actions)

*Committee's Mission & Goals


You can Zoom into this meeting by clicking on the text below.


PAC Nutrition Services Meeting Link



Please Reach out to Amy Gray at gray_amelia@svvsd.org for any questions.

Frederick High School Percussion Ensemble is hosting the Rocky Mountain Percussion Association's 1st 2024 Season Competition, Saturday, February 10th. Please see below photo for more information!

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Celebrate your child’s birthday by joining the Birthday Book Club and donating a book to the school library in their name! Each child who participates will have their name inscribed on a bookplate on the front endpaper of the donated book. We will take a picture of the birthday child holding their donated book and they will get the first chance to check it out.

Please write your email address on the line below so we can share the photo with you!


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Here are two ways to participate:


1) Bring $10 (cash or check) to Thunder Valley K8 and we will

purchase and process a book in your child’s name.


2) Select one of the books from our carefully chosen Wish List by visiting

The Birthday Book Club list on Amazon:

Thunder Valley K8 Library Wish List https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17P7PNNG10YF7?ref_=wl_share

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION!

Mrs. Kelly and Mrs. Ladd

Lost and Found

The Lost and Found is filling up. Please make sure to have your students check it for any lost jackets, sweatshirts, lunch boxes or water bottles. Anything remaining after 2/15 will be donated.

5210+ Healthy Kids Challenge

The Healthy Kids 5210+ Challenge is a FREE month- long program during February where students, school staff and families learn to practice the 5210+ healthy habits every day. Please see the attached flyer for more details.

Summer Camp Opportunity- See flyer for more details

Attendance

Parents/guardians shall be required to furnish an explanation for student absenteeism either in writing or orally. Absences not explained within two days after returning to school shall be recorded as unexcused absences unless unusual or extenuating circumstances exist as determined by the building administrator. After 10 excused or unexcused absences a doctors note is required. Communication is key to successful attendance. In the event your student will be absent, please call the front office 303-833-2456, email our attendance clerk, garcia_jessica@svvsd.org or complete this form Report an Absence
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