Blevins Bulletin

Hello Blevins Families,

This is such a fun time of year with so many of our extracurricular wrapping up and end of year events around the corner. Our spring sports are coming to successful conclusions. I had the joy of watching our Bands have their final concerts last night, and they were awesome! Choir performances are next week and a big shout out to our Musical Theatre for their recent performances of Finding Nemo, Jr!

I look forward to seeing our 8th grade families at the Continuation Ceremony on Wednesday, 5/29, at Rocky at 6:15pm.

As we navigate the proposed scenarios that recommend the closure of our beloved Blevins after next school year, please consider taking a moment to complete this feedback survey for the PSD Steering Committee. I know that we will see this through together and continue to do what's best for our Bruin students every day. Please reach out if there is anything that we can do to support your child.

I hope you have a fantastic weekend. Believe in Blevins!

Proudly,

Joe Zappa, Principal

Monday, May 20th: Boston/NYC Parent Meeting for interested 2024-2025 8th graders 5:30 (Blevins Auditeria)

Tuesday, May 21st: All Orchestras Performance 6:15, 6th Choir Performance @ 7:30

Wednesday, May 22nd: Last Day of ELO Classes

Thursday, May 23rd: 7th Grade Outsider Rumble Day (Students/Staff will dress as greasers/socs and will play games outside in celebration of finishing The Outsiders book)

• Instrument Turn In Day

Friday, May 24th: NO SCHOOL (Blevins Office Closed)

Monday, May 27th: NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 28th: Homeroom instead of ELO for Student Computer Turn In

Wednesday, May 29th: BBQ and yearbook distribution for 8th grade students

• Homeroom instead of ELO for Student Computer Turn In
• ⭐ 8th Grade Continuation Ceremony @ Rocky Mountain High School 6:30-7:30

Thursday, May 30th: Last Day of School

• Breakfast Served
• No Lunch Served
• 6th & 7th Grade Yearbooks Distributed
• Students Dismissed @ 11:15

CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Floyd and the AMAZING Cast of Finding Nemo JR.

The performances of the show were OUTSTANDING!

The Blevins KidWind World team Collin Brake, Henry Lok and Charles Milburn competed in Minneapolis at the 2024 KidWind Worlds Competition, winning the middle school division Data Analytics Instant Challenge. They did outstanding work at the competition adapting and problem solving to the new challenges and having one of the best wind turbines in the fast wind tunnel.

Mrs. Jankow and some of our students celebrated the end of the year at Elitches today.

8th Grade Continuation and Awards Ceremony- All 8th graders and families are invited to celebrate with us on WEDNESDAY, May 29th from 6:30-7:30 pm (arrive by 6:15) at Rocky Mountain High School. All 8th grade students will be recognized and special awards will be given out.

Blevins PAWS newspaper for May 14th

End of the Year Medication Pickup

REMINDER: the last day of school is a half day

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Medications cannot be sent home with students at the end of the school year. Parents must pick up all medications on or before the last day of school. Medications must be picked up by 12:00pm on the last day of school 5/30/24. If medications need to be picked up before the last day of school, make arrangements with Nicole West 970-488-4007 nicolew@psdschools.org. Emergency or as-needed medications (Epi-pens, Tylenol, Inhalers, etc.) must also be picked up. The school nurse will follow state health department procedures and dispose of properly if not picked up.

If medications will be brought back to the school in the fall, you may obtain a medical authorization form from the health tech in your school, or on the PSD website. Please note that forms for the following school year must be dated after 7/31/2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Nicole West 488-4007 nicolew@psdschools.org

Recogida de medicamentos de fin de año

RECORDATORIO: el último día de clases es medio día

Estimados padres/tutores,

Los medicamentos no se pueden enviar a casa con los estudiantes al final del año escolar. Los padres deben recoger todos los medicamentos el último día de clases o antes. Los medicamentos deben recogerse antes del mediodía del último día de clases el 30/05/24.

Si es necesario recoger los medicamentos antes del último día de clases, haga arreglos con la enfermera de la escuela o el técnico de salud. También se deben recoger los medicamentos de emergencia o según sea necesario (Epi-pens, Tylenol, inhaladores, etc.). La enfermera de la escuela seguirá los procedimientos del departamento de salud estatal y se deshará de ellos adecuadamente si no los recoge.

Si los medicamentos regresarán a la escuela en el otoño, puede obtener un formulario de autorización médica del técnico de salud de su escuela o en el sitio web del PSD. Tenga en cuenta que los formularios para el siguiente año escolar deben tener fecha posterior al 31/07/2024.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela o con el técnico de salud.

Meets/Games for Bruin Softball, Track and Golf

Show your Bruin Pride and Get Your Track, Softball, Golf and Soccer Bruin Gear Today

Bruin Store

Hello Future Lobo Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to have you and your student join the Rocky Mountain Lobos family. This is an interesting time of year as you are wrapping up middle school for your kiddo and stepping into high school simultaneously. Wishing you all a joyful and memory filled end of year.

For any 8th grade student athletes who are interested in playing football for Rocky Mountain High School (RMHS) next year we have some information we would like to share with you. There is a parent/guardian and player information meeting on May 7th from 6 to 7:30pm at RMHS auditorium. This meeting will cover all you need to know about Rocky Mountain’s football program, summer activities and much more.

Upcoming dates you need to know: Incoming freshman camp will be held May 28th and 29th from 5:30-7pm at RMHS. Summer practices are M/W/F, 7-10am with 7 on 7 and practice M/W from 6-7pm, T/TH 7-8am speed camp.

We invite all football Parents and Guardians to join RMHS Football Boosters. Boosters is a great way to get involved, build community and keep up to date with information and events. Booster fees help provide food for the players, end of season banquet, senior banners, pool party, senior night gifts, coaches gifts and a donation to the football program each year for equipment. For more information and to join RMHS Football Boosters click this link https://www.lobosfootball.org/teams/?u=RMHSFOOTBALL&s=football . Below are links to our social media, where you can also keep up to date with events as well as share photos of games.

We are gearing up and getting ready for another year of Lobos football and are excited to have you join our Lobos football family and community.

Open Gym

• Start Wednesday May 29th
• Every Monday & Wednesday
• 6:15-7:45 @ Rocky

Parent Meeting

• May 29th after open gym

Try-Outs

• August 12th-14th

Hello, Future Rocky Parents!

We hope you and your student athletes are enjoying the end of middle school days, and that you're anticipating your student's transition to Rocky! As a mom of four kids that graduated from or are still at Rocky, I can share wholeheartedly that Rocky is an amazing school.

We would love to welcome new runners to our Rocky Cross Country team! Our Lobo teams have enjoyed great success over the years thanks to our wonderful coaching staff and a culture of hard work. We want to let you know of a few ways to connect to the team, summer practices, our high altitude training camp, where to buy gear, and our website for general information.

We are hosting a new parent/athlete meeting at Rocky in the San Juan Open Space on Thursday, May 23rd at 7:00 p.m. We'll plant someone by the front door to direct people. This is not required, but if you have questions or just want more information about the team, we'll help you hit the ground running!

Summer training runs will take place Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting on Monday, June 3 at 7 a.m at Aggie Greens Disc Golf Course. These runs are not mandatory (though highly encouraged if you're around) until later in the season, but they're a great opportunity to start getting to know the team and to train together whatever your fitness level. Most practices are about an hour and a half early season including some stretching and strengthening post-run. We will always meet at 7 a.m. to beat the heat but in different spots depending on the day. We'll provide more details as they are determined closer to summer.

High altitude camp: A great team bonding and training opportunity at CSU's Pingree Park campus from July 25 - July 28th . More details to follow, but mark your calendars if your athlete is interested!

Team website: Here is the link to our team website. While we're still adding dates for the upcoming season, it will provide an overview of some fun options such as our team dinners, our Lobo Invitational, how to support the team, etc.

https://rockymountainxcclub.com/

Team Gear: Want to gear up before the season? Find everything from performance tees, to hats, to running tights, all with our Rocky XC logo (for runners and parents). Our cross country team earns about 10% of these purposes, so you can support the team while sporting your new Rocky XC swag! (orders take 2-4 weeks to arrive, so please plan ahead.)

https://teamlocker.squadlocker.com/#/lockers/rocky-mountain-cross-country

If you'd like to be added to the Rocky XC e-mail list, please e-mail head Coach John Prasuhn at jprasuhn@psdschools.org.

Don't hesitate to reach out to John or me with questions. We want you to be fully informed, and most importantly, we welcome you to the Rocky XC family!

Go Lobos!

Kirstin Kaines

Rocky XC Club

kainesco6@gmail.com

Girls Basketball Camp @ FCHS

Boys Basketball @ FCHS

Joe Zappa, Principal

970-488-4004

jzappa@psdschools.org

Dusti Sanger, Assistant Principal

970-488-4002

dsanger@psdschools.org

Scott Schreiner, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

970-488-4036

scotts@psdschools.org

Michele Trujillo, Office Manager

970-488-4004

mtrujill@psdschools.org

Anna Burris, 7th Grade Counselor & 6th Grade Panda Den Counselor

970-488-4091

annab@psdschools.org

Meg Stump, 8th Grade Counselor & 6th Grade Polar Den Counselor

970-488-4010

mstump@psdschools.org

Erin McCain, Academic Dean* & School Counselor

*Guidance for academic supports for Blevins students

970-488-4009

emccain@psdschools.org

FREE SUMMER MEALS

The Health & Wellness Centers are OPEN this summer and appointments are AVAILABLE for ANY PSD student for Physicals, Medical Care, Counseling and More.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

Free Lunch & Activities During the Summer

Food Pantry

Discover Careers in Mental Health

Free Career Summer Camp

Parent Wellness and Navigation Programs

Creativity Art Camp

Parents and Teens TAC Night

Youth Soccer

CSU SWiFT STEM Camp

Front Range Community College Girls Welding Camp

Parent Cafe