Blevins Bulletin
December 8th , 2023
March 8th, 2024 Principal's Message
Hello Blevins Families,
Happy Spring Break! I hope that the coming week will be bring you some needed relaxation. Be safe and have fun, if travelling. Or better yet, enjoy some R&R if staying near home!
We had a fun week leading up to the break. This week was the wrap up of our winter sports, with the exception of some wrestlers continuing on to regionals and state. Kudos to a great season for our wrestlers and girls' basketball players! On Wednesday, I had the wonderful opportunity to watch our Honor Choir students at the Lincoln Center. It was amazing to see their passion and talent on display. Shout out to each of these students, as well as their families and Mr. Floyd for the encouragement and dedication to help them get there.
We're celebrating many of our students today in our 3rd Quarter Assembly. Ask your child about it tonight because we'll have a staff vs. student basketball game, as well as a staff dance number that won't disappoint (or embarrass, depending on how you look at it). Thanks for your continued partnership in supporting your child's academic growth and experience here at Blevins. Have a wonderful Spring Break.
Proudly,
Joe Zappa, Principal
CONGRATULATIONS
Henry Lok and Colin Brake won 1st place overall for their wind turbine design and for the day of engineering challenges at the Kid Wind Competition at CSU.
Important Dates
Monday- Friday, March 11th-15th: Spring Break
Monday- Friday, March 18th-22nd: Preseason Track Camp 3:15pm-4:30pm.
(See Athletic Information Below)
Monday, March 18th: First day of Softball & Girls Golf practice 3:00-4:45pm. (See Athletic Information Below)
Monday, March 18th: Your Voice Matters PSD Facilities Planning Steering Committee Listening Session
- 11:30am-1:30pm @ PSD Information Technology Center @ Johannsen Support Services
- 6:00-8:00pm @ Rocky Mountain High School
Tuesday, March 19th: Boys' Golf Tryouts (See Athletic Information/Flyer Below)
Tuesday, March 19th: Your Voice Matters PSD Facilities Planning Steering Committee Listening Session 4:30-6:30pm @ Lincoln Middle School
Wednesday, March 20th: Girls' Golf Tryouts (See Athletic Information Below)
Wednesday, March 20th: SuperArt! Reception 6:00-7:12 @ PSD JSSC Boardroom
Wednesday, March 20th: Your Voice Matters PSD Facilities Planning Steering Committee Listening Session
- 7:30-8:30am @ Timnath Middle- High School
- 6:00-8:00pm @Fort Collins High School
Thursday, March 21st: Boys' Golf Tryouts (See Athletic Information/Flyer Below)
Friday, March 22nd: Girls' Golf Tryouts (See Athletic Information Below)
Saturday, March 23rd: PTO Dining Night Fundraiser @ Chipotle (S. College) 4:00-8:00pm
(Flyer Below)
Monday, March 25th: First day of Track practice 3:15pm-4:30pm
(See Athletic Information Below)
Thursday, March 28th: Blevins Music Instrument Night for Incoming 6th Graders 6:00-8:00pm
YOUR VOICE MATTERS!
Students, staff, families, and community members are invited to provide
feedback on the scenarios the committee is developing for boundary
modifications, school consolidations, and educational program placement.
Blevins Dining Night Fundraiser March 23rd @ Chipotle
Blevins Spring Athletics
Unified Basketball
6th-8th Grade
First Practice Monday April 8th
Coach: Megan McDonough mmcdonough@psdschools.org
Co-ed Track
6th-8th Grade
Preseason Track Camp 3/18-3/22 3:15pm-4:30pm; Bring water, athletic clothing, running shoes
Official first day of track practice: 3/25 3:15pm-4:30pm
Parent Track Meeting: TBD
Head Coach: Marvin Kinsey
Girls’ Softball
7th & 8th Grade
No preseason camp
Official first day of softball practice: 3/18 3:00-4:45pm; Bring water, cleats, athletic clothing.
Parent Meeting: TBD
Head Coach: Ben Rees
Girls’ Soccer (Updated- See Flyer Below)
6th-8th Grade
Tryouts Week of March 18th (Exact Day and Times TBD)
Fee is $25. Additional information regarding practices and games will be made available as soon as possible.
Head Coach: Erin McCain
Girls Golf (See Flyer Attached) (Updated Information)
6th-8th Grade
Tryouts: (Golf is a cut sport - not all those who tryout will make the team)
- March 20th @ City Park (1:40-2:10 pm)
- March 22nd @ Collindale (2:20-3:30 pm)
Season:
- March 20th - May 7th
- All golfers are responsible for their own transportation to/from
practice/matches.
Head Coach: Katie Jacobson, Girls Kjacobson@psdschools.org
Boys' Golf (See Flyer Below)
6th-8th Grade
Tryouts: (Golf is a cut sport - not all those who tryout will make the team)
- March 19th @ Mountain Vista (3:00-3:40 pm)
- March 21st @ Collindale (1:00-1:50 pm)
Season:
- March 19th - May 7th
- All golfers are responsible for their own transportation to/from
practice/matches.
Head Coach: Bruce Holbert, Boys bholbert@psdschools.org
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL SPORTS:
Silver Cards are required to participate in all sports. To obtain a Silver Card, students will need to complete the following 3 steps:
- Students must have a hard copy of the Physicians Certification form on file in the Front Office.
- Students must have paid the athletic fee. Payment can be made through Schoolpay at https://psdschools.schoolpay.com or cash and check payments can be made in the Front Office. If it is a cut sport then you would pay to tryout then be refunded if your student doesn't make the team.
- Students must have completed the online registration at https://www.psdathletics.org/msreg or complete and return registration packet to the Front Office.
Want to see the most up to date athletic schedules, click below:
https://www.psdathletics.org/page/show/3194418-middle-school-athletic-schedules
Contact Nicole West with questions regarding athletics nicolew@psdschools.org 970-488-4007
Bruin Club Spring Session
Even if your student does not need homework help, we encourage them to attend this drop-in program to meet other students, engage in fun activities, or to have a safe space to hang out after school. Please see the list of additional fun programs that are offered along with Homework Help.
Bruin Club Information Spring Session Dates: 3/18/24 – 4/18/24
*Please note, programs do not run on holidays, school out days, or when PSD has early dismissals or cancellations*
Daily Schedule Monday - Thursday 2:45pm-5:45pm Students meet and sign-in, Blevins Library
Student Check- In (Library 2:45)
Homework Help 2:45-3:15
Program of Choice 3:15-4:45 (See List of Daily Programs below)
Homework Help/Community Building (Library) 4:45-5:45
2024-2025 6th Grade Registration
Attention incoming Blevins 6th graders! Please use this link to choose your music class for the 2024-25 school year! Your choices are: Band, Orchestra, Choir, or Music Appreciation. If you are interested in playing an instrument, Instrument Try-Out Night will be hosted at Blevins on Thursday, March 28, from 6:00 – 8:00pm. For more registration information, please visit the
WEB Applications for 7th Graders
Attention all 7th Graders interested in being a WEB Leader! WEB leaders are kind, outgoing, hard-working, and positive. If that sounds like you, we would love to have you apply online by March 22nd. Check your email from Mrs. Burris to find the link to apply. No applications will be accepted after the due date, so get them in early!
Bruin OMBRE Gear 50% Off
All Badger Ombre 50% Off!
This week, clearance sale on all Badger Ombre garments. This includes all Ombre short sleeves, long sleeves, shorts and hoodies! A limited selection of colors and sizes are available. A direct link to the Ombre clearance items is:
https://1stplacespiritwear.com/collection/16536?style=Clearance
Job Resource Fair
Don't miss out on our upcoming Job Resource Fair where you'll find a wealth of support and
opportunities tailored just for you and your students!
Rocky Mountain High School Dance Team Tryouts
Dance Team Tryouts
Support Blevins
Thank You Blevins Sponsor
Thank you to Ed Carroll Motor Company for Sponsoring our Lego Robotics Team.
We appreciate your support!
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
Meg Stump, 8th Grade Counselor & 6th Grade Polar Den Counselor
970-488-4010
Erin McCain, Academic Dean* & School Counselor
*Guidance for academic supports for Blevins students
970-488-4009
2023-2024 Calendars
Information from PSD
SuperArt!
Art Show Dates: February 23rd, 2024-early 2025
Reception Dates: Wednesday, March 20th 6-7:15pm
Location: JSSC Boardroom - 2407 Laporte Avenue, Fort Collins
Trauma-Informed Parenting Class
Parent Cafe
Pack Pantry Options