This week we begin CMAS testing. CMAS (Colorado Measures of Academic Success) is a series of tests given to students in grades 3-5 over the next three weeks (April 7th - 25th). The district and the state use the results of this test to determine the effectiveness of our school’s instruction and educational programs. If you have a student in grades 3-5, please encourage them to do their best on these assessments. For the detailed CMAS schedule by grade and subject, please click HERE.
Besides CMAS, we have lots of other important events and family learning planned throughout the month of April. Please take time to read the rest of this newsletter.
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Please support our school and your child by attending at least one school or district event this month!
- Tuesday, 4/8: District Accountability Committee (DAC), Family and Community Engagement Subcommittee, 6:30 - 7:30 pm (Instructional Support Facility)
- The Instructional Support Facility (ISF) is located at 5416 S. Riviera Way, Centennial CO 80015
- To learn more about DAC and future meetings, please click HERE.
- Wednesday, 4/9: Parents’ Council Meeting, 9:00 - 11:00 am (Fremont Building)
- Topic(s): “The Changing Landscape of School Finance” and “Budget Workshop”
- Cherry Creek Schools Superintendent (Chris Smith) and Chief Financial Officer (Scott Smith) will discuss current legislative issues affecting school funding
- The Fremont Building is located at: 14603 E. Fremont Ave, Centennial, CO 80112
- To learn more about Parents’ Council and future meetings, please click HERE.
- Wednesday, 4/9: Laredo Middle School Community Open House, 5:30-7:00 pm (Laredo Middle School Gym)
- Because of the passage of the recent bond measure (4A) in the November election, Laredo Middle School will be experiencing a rebuild (over the next 2 years).
- This meeting is an opportunity to hear the details about this exciting opportunity for future Laredo students and families.
- Click HERE for the flyer.
- Wednesday, 4/9: District Accountability Committee (DAC), UIP Subcommittee Meeting, 6:00 - 8:00 pm (Mission Viejo Elementary)
- Mission Viejo is very fortunate to host this district committee meeting at our school.
- To learn more about DAC and future meetings, please click HERE.
- Monday, 4/14: School Accountability Meeting (SAC), 3:00 - 4:00pm (Library)
- At this SAC meeting, we will continue looking at and discussing our school’s Star assessment data as well as brainstorm ideas to increase academic achievement.
- Child care and snacks will be provided. Please join us.
- Monday, 4/14: CCSD Board of Education Meeting, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (West Middle School)
- Monday, 4/14 - Thursday, 4/17: Chopper Topper Program
- Chopper Topper is a mobile dental program that provides free services at schools.
- Permission slips were sent home the week after Spring Break (March 24th).
- This year the free dental service will be for students in preschool through second grade.
- To learn more about the Chopper Topper Program, please visit their website, by clicking HERE.
- Tuesday, 4/15: District Accountability Committee (DAC), Family & Community Engagement Subcommittee Meeting, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (Virtual)
- This meeting will be held virtually. For the TEAMS link, please click HERE.
- To learn more about DAC and future meetings, please click HERE.
- Thursday, 4/17: PTCO Meeting, 5:30 - 6:30 pm (Library)
- At this month’s PTCO meeting we will be recognizing this month’s character trait winners (2 students per class).
- If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the PTCO Board at misptco@friendsofccsd.org
- Thursday, 4/17: Pasifika Community Meeting, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (Virtual)
- To learn more about Pasifika and future meeting dates, please click HERE.
- Saturday, 4/19: “All Pro Dad” Chapter Meeting, 9:30 – 11:00 am (Library)
- If you are a father (or father figure), please bring your child(ren) and join us!
- Breakfast will be provided.
- Please RSVP, via email, to MissionAPD@gmail.com.
- Monday, 4/21 - Friday, 4/25: Mission Viejo Book Fair
- For our school’s Scholastic Book Fair website, please click HERE.
- At this website you can:
- Sign up for an eWallet (that allows your child to buy books at the book fair using your credit/debit card, without you or your card being present)
- Get a virtual tour of the book fair and preview the books for sale.
- Wednesday, 4/23: Voices of Color Parent Meeting, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (Cherry Creek High School)
- To learn more about the Voices of Color Parent Meeting and to see dates for future meetings, please click HERE.
- Thursday, 4/24: Kindergarten Orientation, 5:00 - 6:00 pm (Gym)
- This will be for all incoming kindergarten students and their families.
- Friday, 4/25: Dyslexia Community Group, 9:30 - 11:00 am (Student Achievement Resource Center)
- Student Achievement Resource Center (SARC) is located at: 14188 E. Briarwood Ave, Centennial, CO, 80112
- Please see announcement below for additional information
- Monday, 4/28 - Friday, 5/2: Teacher Appreciation Week
- Throughout the school year, and especially during Teacher Appreciation Week, we get requests for teacher’s “favorite things”. To see your teacher’s favorite things list please click HERE.
- Monday, 4/28: “Read Fur Fun” (Session 3), 2:45-3:45 pm (Library)
- This is a family event where students can practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a trained service dog.
- For more information and to register, please click HERE.
- Tuesday, 4/29: “Laredo Open House”, 5:30-7:00 pm (Laredo Middle School)
- This event is for current fifth graders and their families, if they are planning to attend Laredo Middle School next year.
- For a reminder flyer you can print, please click HERE.
- Wednesday, 4/30: Multicultural Night, 4:30-7:00 pm
- This year’s multicultural event will feature afrocentric performers, family activities and free dinner provided by North of the Border (food truck).
- Please click HERE for a reminder flyer.
- Thursday, 5/1: Mission Viejo Talent Show, 6:30 - 7:30 pm (Gym)
- Friday, 5/2: No School for Students (Teacher Work Day)
Please take time to read through all of the announcements below.
An Easy Way to Support Mission Viejo Elementary
Did you know you can donate to Mission Viejo Elementary using Your King Soopers App? This costs you nothing and gives money back to our school (a half a percent of all your purchases). Here are the directions to start donating to our school (or any organization listed):
Download and/or Open the King Soopers app
You will need to create an account if you don’t already have one.
Click the 3 lines in the upper right corner
Click Rewards > Community rewards
Click “Search Organization”
Type or Select “Mission Viejo Elementary School”
To learn more about King Soopers Community Rewards, please click HERE.
Summer EBT is Coming!
If your family qualifies for free/reduced lunch during the school year, you are able to receive a debit card to purchase food during the summer months.
To learn about this electronic benefits transfer (EBT) program, please click HERE.
This program is sponsored by the Colorado Department of Human Services (DHS). To learn more about the Summer EBT program, please click HERE.
“Inside Out” Summer Enrichment Program
Inside Out is a summer learning program that offers a variety of classes that helps students with the “4Cs” of 21st century skills (critical thinking, creativity, collaboration & communication)
Click HERE for all the information and to sign up.
There is a cost for this program, but scholarships are available.
If you are interested in a program scholarship, please contact Ms. Olivia Langord (NSS/GT Specialist)
Parent Academy: Wednesday, 4/23
The CCSD Parent Academy is for recently arrived immigrant families.
This event is led by our district cultural liaisons and the topics include:
Basics of the American school system,
Purpose and how to use Powerschool,
Food and Nutrition Services,
Transportation Services, and
Student Conduct Expectations
This is also an opportunity for immigrant families to connect with our cultural liaisons.
The next session will be Wednesday, 04/23 at Overland High School.
To register, please click HERE.
Dyslexia Community Group Meetings (2024-25)
Although “dyslexia” is a very common term in education, there are a lot of myths and misinformation about this condition.
If your child has been diagnosed with dyslexia or if your child has reading difficulties, please plan to attend these meetings.
For dates and location please click HERE.
Preschool and Kindergarten Roundup Has Begun!
If you have a child that will be entering preschool or kindergarten for the upcoming (2025-26) school year, please click below for registration information.
If you know of any families (new to our community) who may have a child entering kindergarten, please encourage them to get their child registered and send them the link above (or print the document).
Kindergarten Orientation at Mission Viejo will be Thursday, 4/24 (5pm)
The earlier we have kindergarten (and preschool) students registered, the better we are able to plan and prepare.
Free & Reduced Lunch Application
Even though school meals are free for all students, part of our school funding is based on the number of students who qualify for free/reduced lunch (using national income guidelines). In addition, there are other benefits if you complete the application and qualify for free/reduced lunch. Click HERE, to learn more about the benefits of applying for free/reduced lunch as well as the income qualifications.
There is no income verification required for the free and reduced meal application. All information is “on your honor.”
If you would like to apply for free/reduced lunch, please click HERE.
Be sure to read the entire “Getting Started Page”, then click the “Begin Application Process” button near the bottom left of the page.
Non-Food Birthday Celebrations: Strongly Recommended
Sending in food treats increases the spread of germs. In addition, we have students with food allergies and other dietary restrictions that cause food treats to exclude many students. For those reasons (and a few others), we are strongly encouraging “non-food birthday celebrations” during the school day. For some “non-food” ideas, please click HERE.
Always check with your child’s teacher first to see what he/she finds acceptable for their classroom and be sure to provide advanced notice to make sure that they can fit the birthday plans into their schedule.