Happy Sunday Harris Park Families,
We’re excited to partner with you in supporting your child's success! Harris Park offers many resources for parents, including our Parent Portal, which has helpful links to support your family. You’ll also find school lunch menus, important school news, and a Safe-2-Tell link on our website. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher by phone or email with any questions. We are here for you!
Throughout the school year, our district practices various safety drills to ensure the safety of all students and staff. We conduct monthly fire drills, as well as shelter-in-place, hold, and secure drills each semester. In partnership with the Westminster Police Department, we also practice lockdown drills twice a year. If you happen to arrive during a drill, we ask for your patience while we finish. Your support helps us maintain a safe and secure learning environment.
This week’s update also includes information about a social-emotional learning survey for our 3rd through 5th graders.
Finally, a reminder: Student-led conferences are scheduled for October 8, 9, and 10 from 3:15-5:15 p.m. If you haven’t yet returned your blue conference preference form, please contact your child’s teacher to schedule a time. Don’t forget to stop by the Book Fair in the library during conference hours!
Thank you for being a valued part of our Harris Park family!
Love,
Mrs. Mills (Richey)
Tuesday, October 1
- 1:00-2:15 Fall Festival, mini Field Day, Families may join us on the field
Monday, September 30 through Friday, October 4
- Spirit Week!
- Monday - Fall Colors - wear your favorite fall colors (red, orange, brown, yellow)
- Tuesday - Tourist Day - dress like a tourist, Fall Festival, mini Field Day
- Wednesday - Super Hero Day - dress like your favorite super hero
- Thursday - Career Day - dress for the career of your dreams
- Friday - Pajama Day - wear school appropriate PJs
Monday, October 7
- No school for students
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, October 8, 9, and 10
- 3:15-5:15 Student Led Parent Teacher Conferences
- 3:15-5:15 Book Fair in the Library
Friday, October 11
- Picture Retake Day
Monday, October 21
- 7:35-1:40 Early Release Day, student pick up at 1:40 PM
Tuesday, October 22
- WPS District Showcase @ WHS
Tuesday, October 29
- 2:15 Halloween Parade (K-5) around the field loop (students may wear school appropriate costumes)
Wednesday, October 30
- Whole School Field Trip to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science (no costumes please)
Thursday and Friday, October 31 and November 1
- No school
Monday, November 4
- 7:35-1:40 Early Release Day, student pick up at 1:40 PM
Wednesday, November 6
- 4:00-6:00 Skate City Community Event
Monday, November 11
- No School, Veterans Day
Tuesday, November 12
- 4:00-4:45 PTA Meeting in our Harris Park Library, email lperila@wps.org for information
Monday, November 18
- 7:35-1:40 Early Release Day, student pick up at 1:40 PM
Monday - Friday, November 25-29
- No School, Thanksgiving Break
Monday, December 2
- 7:35-1:40 Early Release Day, student pick up at 1:40 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, December 3, 4, & 5
- 3:00-5:15 Holiday Gift Shop in the library
Tuesday, December 10
- 4:00-4:45 PTA Meeting in our Harris Park Library, email lperila@wps.org for information
Monday, December 16
- 7:35-1:40 Early Release Day, student pick up at 1:40 PM
Monday through Friday, December 16-20
- Spirit Days!
- Monday - Mittens Monday - wear winter hats, scarves, and gloves...or mittens
- Tuesday - Twinkle Tuesday - bright colors, holiday lights, garland, festive jewelry, etc.
- Wednesday - Wacky Sweater Wednesday - wear fun, silly, unique, festive, etc. sweaters
- Thursday - Thermal Thursday - wear your favorite flannel
- Friday - Snug As a Bug In a Rug Friday - wear school appropriate PJs and bring a blanket
Monday, December 23 through Monday, January 6
- No School, Winter Holiday
Tuesday, January 7
- Students return from Winter Holiday
Registration will be available in August at this link.
Scholars After School is a 30 week after school program that runs from mid September to mid May on school days from 2:50-4:50. This fun program includes snacks, literacy support, enrichment activities, and time for scholars to explore and use their voice and choice to guide how they would like to engage.
Scholars Unlimited is proud to offer our programs at no cost to students or their families. We accept all students of all races, ethnicities, genders, orientations, national origins, and immigration statuses.
Available for K-5 students
What makes this program so successful?
We start with a brief assessment to determine each student’s individual literacy learning needs. Then, students are grouped according to those needs for small-group instruction. Our teacher-to-student ratio of 1:6 ensures that each child receives personalized support.
Students also participate in self-paced computer learning, which is proven to help students master fundamental skills that are essential for reading fluency.
This combination of teacher-led intervention and computer-based tutoring is referred to as “blended learning” — and for our scholars, it’s a recipe for success.
The Westminster Boys & Girls Club provides after-school and summer programs to kids ages 6-18 at Hidden Lake High School in Westminster, Colorado. Club members can choose from a variety of programs, build relationships with caring adults, and learn important life skills. Members can join for an annual fee of $2 – which includes daily meals and snacks, sports, STEAM activities, and more.
SCHOOL YEAR HOURS
Monday – Friday
2:30pm – 6:00pm
For more information click here.
WPS is excited to offer opportunities in athletics to students in elementary school. Each activity will cost $50 per student-athlete. Each activity will offer practices and games. Student-athletes will receive a uniform they keep. Transportation will not be provided to or from games. Games begin in September for elementary-based sports (Westy Juniors).
Westy Juniors (K-5) – approximate ages; levels are grade based
Grades K-1 (5-7 years old)
Grades 2-3 (7-8 years old)
Grades 4-5 (9-11 years old)
Moved? New Phone Number? Keep the Harris Park Team Updated!
Please be sure that we have current phone numbers and email addresses for you. The best way to update your contact information is through the Parent Portal in Infinite Campus. If you need assistance with your Parent Portal, please call 303-428-1721. We can provide you with your user name and reset your password for you.
