Blevins Bulletin

Hello Blevins Families,

This week, we recognized Veteran's Day and I'd like to start by thanking the members of our school community who are veterans. Thanks for your service and commitment!

This is also a shout-out to our student musicians. In the past couple of weeks, our band, choir, and orchestra students have held incredible performances. I'm always thrilled to see the growth our students make in their musical abilities, as well as their passion for the program. Our boys' basketball team is also having a great season, showing commitment and Bruin pride.

Please join us for Open House on Tuesday, from 5:30-7pm. This event welcomes our 5th grade families and is also open to our current families to see what Blevins is all about. This event showcases the rigorous and hands-on learning our students engage with in their Project-Based Learning (PBL) Classes. See you there!

Proudly,

Joe Zappa, Principal

⭐Tuesday, November 19th:

• Due to Open House on Tuesday, November 19th, Bruin Club will not operate. We will resume programs as usual on Wednesday, November 20th.
• Blevins Open House for both current and prospective students 5:30pm-7:00pm (Information Below)

Thursday, November 21st:

Monday, November 25th- 29th:

• NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break

Due to Open House on Tuesday, November 19th, Bruin Club will not operate. We will resume programs as usual on Wednesday, November 20th.

Tuesday November 19th, 5:30-7:00pm

Support the Larimer County Food Bank

Help give everyone in Larimer County a hearty holiday meal

Drop off FROZEN turkeys, hams & chickens

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 21st 7:00am-8:00am

to a Blevins Staff Turkey Wrangler located in the Blevins East or West Parking Lot

WEB is sponsoring a schoolwide food drive to support the Larimer County Food Bank. This food drive will run through all PBL classes.

• The food drive will start on Monday, November 4th.
• There will be a prize for the PBL class that collects the most food.
• All donations should be non-perishable.
• Foods can be collected until Friday, November 22nd.
• WEB Leaders will pick up all boxes during 5th period on the 22nd and will deliver all the donations to the food bank.

Our WEB Community Service Committee is so excited to support those in need as we enter the holiday season. Thank you so much for all your support.

We’re going to Boston and New York again in Spring 2026, and you’re invited! The following information is for current 7th graders. If you are a current 8th grader and want to sign up for this year’s trip, the last day to do so is November 18th at the following link: www.efexploreamerica.com/2794420AY

7th grade parents, we’re excited to tell you more about the trip we’re planning with EF Tours, our educational travel partner. We will be meeting on November 21st at 5:30 in the auditeria. Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://rsvp.efexploreamerica.com/va44hvw

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. Our focus on the trip will be to connect our standards in social studies to the real world while still having a blast! This trip is the reason I teach social studies, and I would love to share that experience with your student.

In this info session, we’ll talk about:

• How this opportunity will benefit your student
• What we’ll see and do on our trip
• Everything that’s included in this experience
• How your child can earn academic credit
• How we’re keeping this safe and affordable
• How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!) during EF’s risk-free enrollment period

There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Thanks,

Brook Rajnowski

Hello Blevins Families - If you are in need of any Holiday assistance , winter coats, or other resources, please reach out to Erin McCain, emccain@psdschools.org or 970-488-4009 (please leave a message with your full name and number!).

Students are back at school making new memories with their friends! Be sure to order the one book that captures the activities, spirit, and unique qualities of your child’s school. Visit www.jostensyearbooks.com to order the 2025 Yearbook now so your student does not miss out!

¡Los estudiantes están de regreso en la escuela creando nuevos recuerdos con sus amigos! Asegúrese de pedir el libro que capture las actividades, el espíritu y las cualidades únicas de la escuela de su hijo. ¡Visite www.jostensyearbooks.com para pedir el Anuario 2025 ahora para que su estudiante no se lo pierda!

HOLIDAY SALE

• Sale Dates: 11/4/2024 - 12/10/2024
• 25% off all merchandise
• Free shipping on orders over $75
• Guaranteed delivery by Dec. 23rd

JOIN US AT OPEN HOUSE

Meet teachers and staff, learn about Rocky clubs and athletics, and join us for a tour of the school.

Parents and students welcome!

Monday, December 9th 6:00-8:00pm

Thank you to Ed Carroll Motor Company for Sponsoring our

Lego Robotics Team. We appreciate your support!

Joe Zappa, Principal

970-488-4001

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

Kirsten Bovbjerg, 6th/7th Grade Counselor

970-488-4010

kbovbjerg@psdschools.org

Anna Burris, 7th/8th Grade Counselor

970-488-4091

annab@psdschools.org

Erin McCain, Academic Dean* & School Counselor

*Guidance for academic supports for Blevins students

970-488-4009

emccain@psdschools.org

Get some shopping done for the Winter Holidays at Rocky Mountain High School's 7th annual Craft Fair! On November 23rd from 9 am-2 pm. They will have local vendors from Northern Colorado selling their crafts, jewelry, paintings, and more! There will also be food trucks.

• This district-wide art exhibit emphasizes the vital importance of the creative process in the education of our students.
• Artwork from all grade levels will be exhibited Nov. 21 - Jan. 15 at Foothills Mall, 215 E. Foothills Parkway, Fort Collins.
• Opening Reception: 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21

Homeless Youth Awareness Month

Poudre School District serves approximately 1,500 students experiencing homelessness. The number of PSD families and youth experiencing homelessness continues to increase and their needs have risen exponentially. Currently, one out of every twenty students is experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity in our district. Information and teaching resources on supporting students experiencing homelessness can be found at the National Network for Youth, and Learning for Justice sites. Local information about PSD can be found on the PSD website. You can make a difference just by being aware of the issue and spreading that awareness to your sphere of influence such as family, friends, colleagues. If you are interested in ways you can help minimize the impact of homelessness for our students, please consider donating directly to the PSD McKinney-Vento fund by clicking here. Funds go directly to removing educational barriers for students who are experiencing homelessness, so they have access to school and have the support to be successful. Additionally, if you are interested in your donation being able to support beyond educational barriers to support families with basic needs and even housing assistance, please consider donating to the PSD Foundation’s Compassion Fund using this link. Thank you, and we wish you all a happy Fall Season!

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