Principal Message.....
Hello RCE Parents--
We have a few important events coming up soon! First, Running Creek Elementary will be participating with EHS for their second-annual Wish Week, this will include meal events at participating restaurants in Elizabeth and Parker. For the restaurants, make sure to say you're there for Elizabeth High School Wish Week, and a portion of your bill will be donated -- along with funds raised through all the other events during Wish Week -- to benefit Make-A-Wish Colorado. Please see the flyer below on how we all have opportunities to participate. Second, we will be celebrating the 100th day of school on Thursday, February 8 and it is a fun milestone for both students and teachers to celebrate. It marks just over the halfway point in the school year, leaving just about 80 more school days to the last day of school. Second, we have Valentine’s Day being celebrated at school on Wednesday, February 14. Each grade level is to determine how they will celebrate this day. Valentine treats must be store bought and in individual packages (no homemade treats). The RCE teachers are planning and preparing for enjoyable Valentine’s activities for their classes. Please reach out to your classroom teacher for more information.
As always, we are ever grateful for your support and encouragement you give to our staff here at RCE. Have a restful weekend! Go Jaguars!
Regards,
Mr. Michael J Seefried, Principal
mobile: 720-453-7325
email: mseefried@esdk12.org
NEW Kindergarten Student Registration is OPEN!
The registration Window for NEW students to RCE opened on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The window for RETURNING students to RCE will open on Monday, July 1, 2024 for online registration.
Please note that students must be 5 years old by October 1, 2024 to enroll for this coming school year. In order to complete your registration, you will need:
- Birth Certificate (Issued by the State)
- Immunization Records
- Proof of Residency (Utility Bill, Deed of Trust, Warranty Deed, Rental Agreement)
- Supplemental forms (online)
CLICK HERE to start the on-line registration. If you have any questions or need assistance to access Parent Portal, please contact Paula Burke, RCE registrar.
- Email: pburke@esdk12.org
- Phone: 303.646.1804
Snack Donations NEEDED!
As we strive to continue to provide a positive and nourishing environment for our students, we are excited to announce a snack donation drive. We kindly invite you to contribute by donating snacks that will be shared among the students. If you are interested in participating please consider donating items such as individually packaged snacks, granola bars, fruit snacks, or any other non-perishable school friendly snacks. Please send and/or bring snacks to the main office. We appreciate your support!
RCE "Meet the Teacher".....
We have such amazing teachers at Running Creek Elementary. Each week we spotlight a teacher with our "Meet the Teacher". You will find the information on our Facebook Page and in our weekly newsletter. This week's teacher is Stacey Schuck. Please click on her name or the picture to read about her.
Profile of a Graduate.....
Core to Elizabeth School District's work to provide students with career exploration and readiness opportunities is the Profile of a Graduate, which says the school district will, from kindergarten through graduation, provide opportunities for students to develop seven characteristics that will help them thrive at any stage of life – well beyond their time in school.
The seven competencies on which the district is focused are also ways to describe each graduate:
● Leader
● Empathetic and Collaborative
● Adaptable and Resilient
● Effective Communicator
● Independent Learner
● Academically Prepared
● Entrepreneurial
Students at RCE will learn about each of the characteristics. Students will earn JAG Tickets for displaying the characteristics at school, and several students in each class will be recognized at the end of each month for being exceptional role models in relation to the Graduate Profile.
Upcoming Events.....
- Feb 5 to 9 - Wish Week
- Feb 8 - 100th Day of School
- Feb 12 – PTCO Butter Braid Fundraiser Starts
- Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day
- Feb 14 – Hat/Popcorn Day
- Feb 16 – NO SCHOOL – PD Day
- Feb 19 – NO SCHOOL - Holiday
- March 1 – 2nd Grade Music Program
- March 4 to 8: Read Across America
- March 8 – RCE Movie Night
- March 13 – Parent/Teacher Conferences
- March 13 – Hat/Popcorn Day
- March 15 – NO SCHOOL – Spring Break begins
Safety Drills at RCE......
Mini-Cards Clinics.....
The EHS Poms Team will host a pair of winter Poms/Cheer Clinics for preschool-eighth grade with a performance at halftime of the EHS varsity basketball game on Feb. 12.
The clinics are for two age groups and on two dates -- Jan. 31 and Feb. 9, at EHS:
- Ages 3-6: 4:30-5:45 p.m.
- Ages 7-12: 6-7:15 p.m.
Preschool participants must be potty trained.
The performance will be at halftime of the Feb. 12 EHS girls varsity game versus Falcon, which starts at 7 p.m.
The cost of the clinic is $40 per child includes a t-shirt for the practices and performance as well as entrance to the game. There are $5 discounts for friends/siblings (two for $75) and a $5 discount for Wrangler Cheer and Spark Dancers. Advance registration is due by Jan. 30. Same-day registration is $50 per child.
Download the registration form here and address any questions to elizabethspirit@esdk12.org.
Try our interactive menus and smart phone app! Our interactive Menus allow parents and students the following features:
- Hovering over a menu item will show nutrient data
- Ingredient information for certain menu items
- Allergen filter and identification
Running Creek Elementary
Email: mseefried@esdk12.org
Website: www.elizabethschooldistrict.org/RCE
Location: 900 South Elbert Street, Elizabeth, CO, USA
Phone: 303-646-4620
Facebook: facebook.com/RCE.ESD