Important Dates
12/20/24: NO SCHOOL, PD Day
12/23/24 - 1/5/25: NO SCHOOL, Winter Break
1/6/25: NO SCHOOL, PD Day
1/10/25: Friday Celebration, 7:40 AM - 8:00 AM
1/14/25: Kinder Field Trip - Children's Museum
1/16/25: 1st Grade Field Trip - Denver Art Museum
1/16/25: Arts Showcase - 1st Grade, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
1/17/25: Friday Celebration, 7:40 AM - 8:00 AM
1/18/25: Stars of Honor at MSU (by invite only)
1/20/25: NO SCHOOL - MLK Day
1/22/25: CSC Meeting, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
1/24/25: Friday Celebration, 7:40 AM - 8:00 AM
1/28/25: Spelling Bee, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
1/29/25: Spirit Day: Lunar New Year - year of the snake or wear red
1/29/25: PTO Meeting, 6:00PM - 7:00 PM, Cafeteria
1/30/25: 2nd Grade Field Trip (Martin/Schuler) - Center for Colorado Women's History
1/31/25: 2nd Grade Field Trip (Corley/Fargason) - Center for Colorado Women's History
1/31/25: Friday Celebration, 7:40 AM - 8:00 AM
NO SCHOOL 12/20/24 - 1/6/25
NO SCHOOL for students. We hope you enjoy time with your loved ones.
See you in the New Year!
Staff are resting and spending time with family and friends during this time. If you reach out to a staff member during the break, you can expect a reply on 1/6/25.
Winter Break Packets
You will find optional literacy and math packets in your child's Friday Folder. Some students need a break from academic work, while other thrive on it. Either way, we hope they enjoy the break. You can also find our Winter Break Packets on our Academic Resource page.
Mod Pizza Fundraiser TODAY (12/19)!
Our next restaurant giveback event is happening TODAY (Thursday, December 19th) at MOD Pizza (9135 E. Northfield Blvd., Suite 140). 25% of fundraiser sales will be donated back to the Inspire PTO. To participate, show this flyer at the register. You may also participate by ordering online or on the MOD app using the code: MODGIVES25.
Colorado Avalanche Hockey Lesson during PE! - WAIVER REQUIRED
- Get ready for an unforgettable experience! The Colorado Avalanche are coming to Inspire PE on February 19th to teach our students an amazing hockey lesson and to donate brand-new equipment to our school.
- Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! To allow your child to participate, please complete the waiver. Students without a filled-out waiver will not be able to join in on the fun.
- Questions? Contact kerrie_hall@dpsk12.net.
Inspire Basketball Team - 4th and 5th Grade
DPS is starting an elementary sports league. Inspire will have a 4th and 5th Grade co-ed basketball team and we will play other elementary schools in our area. Registration opens 1/6/2025. Please see this flyer for more information. Questions? Contact kerrie_hall@dpsk12.net.
The Goats Are Going on Vacation
SustainEd, the non-profit that runs the Garden/Goats/Chicken program received a DPS Climate Action Grant and received funds to add some new goats to the garden. To prepare for this, the goats will be headed to Arvada at the start of winter break and will be back in a month (mid-January)!
CSC Meeting 1/22/25
- The 1/8/25 CSC Meeting has been rescheduled to 1/22/25 to accommodate the DPS Financial Funding Appeals process.
- If you would like to attend and need interpretation services, contact Ginger Torres at ginger_torres@dpsk12.net. Please give two weeks notice to ensure we can secure an interpreter.
Pickleball Night Out 2/6/25
Please join us for our first annual Inspire PTO Pickleball Night Out - a night of pickleball fun at Mile Hi Pickleball Club on Thursday, February 6th from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM! Registration is for a team of 2 players and is open to 60 teams (this will be a private event for our teams only!). All levels of players are welcome! Adults only please - a cash bar will be available! Registration link. Email board@inspirepto.com for more information.
Extra Clothes
When students return from the break be sure to send them with an extra set of clothes! Students may have an accident, they might get muddy from playing on the field, there might be snow or light rain outside and students may be wet if it is safe for them to be outside. Best to be prepared!
Depression and Suicide Resource
During the holiday season and extended breaks from school, it is important to remember that these times can present challenges for our students and families who may experience a crisis event or may need assistance in accessing mental health support. We want to provide families with resources that can help in navigating through these difficult situations that may occur while school is out of session. Click here for a resource list compiled by our School Counselor, Michelle Hauck.
Inspire Spring Auction 3/15/25
Save the date for March 15th, our 8th Annual Spring Auction Fundraiser at The Rally Hotel at McGregor Square! So start prepping your best western wear, lock in a babysitter and mark your calendars. Saddle up for a rip-roaring good time! We also need your support! Our committee is on the hunt for:
- Live and Silent Auction Items: Do you have a business or know someone with a business? This year we will have both a live and silent auction. Think dreamy getaways, Denver sporting event tickets, fancy gadgets or exciting experiences.
- Sponsorships: If you or someone you know wants a little extra promotion for their business, we have additional event sponsorships! Email auction@inspirepto.com for sponsorship opportunities.
If you can assist with any of this or have questions, please email auction@inspirepto.com! Thank you in advance for all your support!
Enrichment Updates
Inspire Elementary, in partnership with the Inspire PTO, is excited to offer a robust schedule of after-school enrichment programs this spring! These programs are open to ALL Inspire students in grades K-5 (please note in the schedule that there are some limitations to which program students can participate in based on grade level).
- The Inspire PTO is (a) providing funding for Coach Hall's Enrichment Coordinator position (to be clear, this does not fundraise for her teaching position), (b) is covering enrichment registration for families in need of financial assistance, and (c) managing and funding the enrichment registration process.
- Coach Hall will provide the operational support. Please email Coach Hall if you have any operational questions (kerrie_hall@dpsk12.net).
- If you are a family in need of financial assistance for your student to join an enrichment program, please reach out to Inspire Counselor, Michelle Hauck (michelle_hauck@dpsk12.net) before Thursday, January 9th.
- A link for registration will be shared in WDTFS on 1/16 at 5:30am and enrichments start the first week of February.
**Friendly Reminders for Enrollments:**
Many of our enrichment programs fill up quickly, sometimes within minutes. We encourage you to have a conversation with your child about the possibility of not securing their first choice to help manage expectations.
Enrollment in all enrichments is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please remember that your order is not final until payment is processed and you receive a confirmation receipt, even if it was in your cart.
Enrichments have a no refunds policy. Due to the amount of planning and work that goes into enrichments, we are unable to offer refunds for enrichments.
If a student is acting disrespectful toward the instructor, fellow students or the classroom, we will notify the student's family. If the behavior is not improved, we will notify you a second time. If after the second notification the behavior has not improved, the third notification will be grounds for dismissal from the enrichment class without a refund. All school rules apply regarding behavior expectations during enrichments.
Most enrichments run from 2:50-3:50, unless otherwise noted. Arriving late to pick up 3 times will be grounds for removal from the enrichment class without a refund.
Winter Break Community Resources
- DPS’ Family and Community Engagement (FACE) team has compiled a comprehensive list of resources to share with students and families in English and Spanish over winter break.
- Nutrition & Food Resources
