Blevins Bulletin
December 8th , 2023
May 23rd, 2024 Principal's Message
Hello Blevins Families,
If you haven't heard yet, PSD's Board of Education met on Monday and unanimously voted to end all plans for school closures in the '25-'26 school year. Of course, this includes Blevins Middle School!
For all of us in the Blevins community, this year has been challenging and uncertain. Through it all, I've been so proud of how our students, staff, and families responded. The level of unity and passion for our community was immense. I'm sure this led to stress and questions at times for you. I hope that the news brings a collective sigh of relief in your home. I know that it did today for our staff and students. If you have an incoming 6th grader or younger children in your family, I want you to know that Blevins is here to stay as your neighborhood school.
Thanks to each of you for the support for our students, staff, and school. Let's celebrate together as Bruins as summer peeks around the corner.
Believe in Blevins!
Proudly,
Joe Zappa, Principal
Important Dates
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
Congratulations to the following students for being chosen as our May Students-of-the-Month.
6th Grade Polar Den: Nate Mojica
6th Grade Panda Den: Jasper Stratton
7th Grade Kodiak Den: Lilly Maxwell
7th Grade Grizzly Den: Isla Casey
8th Grade UNC Bears Den: Zoey Baca
8th Grade Bearcat Den: Kai Shaul
The Outsiders Rumble
7th graders took part in our annual rumble to celebrate the end of the school year and S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders. Students and staff dressed up in their best soc or greaser attire for a fun day.
A Look At Learning
This week 7th grade ELA classes were visited by former Blevins teacher, Susan Life. They performed a short play based on The Outsiders.
CONGRATULATIONS to our 2024 Blevins Alumni Graduates!
Our 2024 Blevins Alumni Graduates returned to Blevins to walk the halls in celebration. Our students and staff clapped and cheered for them as they made their way through the halls of Blevins.
We are so proud of these Graduates!
Principal For The Day
Simon was the CMAS Principal for the day winner. He had a great day on Monday helping students find their way to class, working in Mr. Zappa's office and ordering lunch of his choice. Great Job Simon!
Principal Lok and Principal Zappa
6th Grade Creative Writing
The Creative Writing ELO has been working hard on creative writing during this last quarter. Feel free to peruse their creations!
SAVE THE DATE- 8th Grade Continuation Ceremony
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.
A Note from PTO
Happy World Turtle Day from the Blevins PTO! This is Eric Bowman, your PTO President! As the turtle tumbles, this will be my last PTO note of the year. And for that, you are grateful.
I am grateful for our Blevins and PSD community. Beginning in October, news of a potential Blevins consolidation and/or closure has stressed our neighborhoods. However, due to the diligent work of our families, the District has listened, and plans to close Blevins and other schools have been taken off the table. There is still work to be done. Blevins will continue to grow. The staff and teachers will continue to thrive. Our students will be well educated, and respected. The PTO will continue to defend Blevins.
To everyone who has been fighting since October, everyone who has used their voice to protect Blevins and other schools in the district, THANK YOU! We appreciate everything you have done.
As we close out the school year, my daughter will be moving onto high school, but my son will be starting sixth grade next year. We are looking forward to continuing on with Blevins! I hope to see you at a PTO meeting in the fall!
BELIEVE IN BLEVINS!
Eric Bowman
303-885-9734
IMPORTANT END OF THE YEAR INFORMATION
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.
Bruin Gear SUMMER SALE
Rocky Mountain High School Football
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.
Rocky Mountain High School Volleyball
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
Rocky Mountain High School Cross Country
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
Girls Basketball Camp @ FCHS
Boys Basketball @ FCHS
Support Blevins
Who To Contact
Joe Zappa, Principal
970-488-4004
Dusti Sanger, Assistant Principal
970-488-4002
Scott Schreiner, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
970-488-4036
Michele Trujillo, Office Manager
970-488-4004
Anna Burris, 7th Grade Counselor & 6th Grade Panda Den Counselor
970-488-4091
Erin McCain, Academic Dean* & School Counselor
*Guidance for academic supports for Blevins students
970-488-4009
SUMMER COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & INFORMAITON
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.
Free Lunch & Activities During the Summer
Food Pantry
Discover Careers in Mental Health
Free Career Summer Camp
Parent Wellness and Navigation Programs
SKYHAWKS SPORTS programs are safe, non-competitive and a positive introduction into sports for kids ages 4 to 14. A variety of games and activities are used to give each child an overview of the sport while building valuable skills and ensure they walk away with a smile every time! Respect, Teamwork, Sportsmanship and more are discussed daily to ensure Skyhawks goal of Teaching Life Skills through Sports is a top priority!
Creativity Art Camp
Parents and Teens TAC Night
Youth Soccer
CSU SWiFT STEM Camp
Front Range Community College Girls Welding Camp
Parent Cafe