Jag Tracks

Hello RCE Parents....

These past few days was another successful week for our students. Our students and teachers continue to amaze me, day in and day out with their determination of placing all of their energy into creating an amazing learning environment. Their education is important!

We are looking forward to meeting with you for parent teacher conferences coming up the week of March 11th. We have scheduled one late night of conferences on Wednesday, March 13th. Please be on the lookout for sign-up opportunities from your child's classroom teacher. Please remember to sign up for your child’s parent teacher conference!

Have a restful weekend and thank you for your continued support of our school and we look forward to seeing everyone on Monday!

Regards,

Mr. Michael J Seefried, Principal

mobile: 720-453-7325

email: mseefried@esdk12.org

In Art class, 5th graders are using compasses, rulers, and protractors to create a design that demonstrates radial/rotational symmetry. One 4th grade class will learn how to weave yarn on a cardboard loom while the other 4th grade learns how to draw and shade a picture using a grid for accurate proportions. 3rd grade will study texture and do an insect project that uses both real and simulated texture. 2nd graders are continuing their Denver skyline collages. 1st graders are learning how to create a running stitch and they will use it to create a path on a pirate treasure map. Kindergarteners are continuing their study on the color wheel and learning primary, secondary, and complementary colors.

The PTCO's annual Butter Braid Pastries fundraiser is back! All proceeds go directly to assist with funding the activities at the school and support the classroom teachers. We earn about 35-40% profit on every item we sell. Please let your friends and family know so they can support our school community and stock up on these delicious pastries. You can order directly on-line, CLICK HERE. The fundraiser will go until Tuesday, February 27th. The highest selling class from primary and intermediate will win a class party. Thank you for helping make this fundraiser a success! Please feel free to contact Sarah Siekierski, with any questions and/or if you need help placing an order: ssiekierski@esdk12.org

5th grade is working on multi-meter music in a minor key and reviewing recorder. 4th grade is working on rhythms with rhythm bingo. 3rd grade is finishing up a treble treble clef unit and learning more songs with the recorder note AC and D. 2nd Grade is putting the polishing touches on their performance for Friday, March 1st. Kindergarten got to play barred instruments for the first time!

On Monday, March 4, 2024, we invite our parents of preschool children for the 2024-2025 school year to join us for classroom visits and registration information. Classroom visits will be from 4:30-5:00pm, in our preschool classrooms, and registration will be from 5:00-6:00pm in the library. STUDENTS ENTERING PRESCHOOL FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR MUST BE 3 OR 4 YEARS OLD BY OCTOBER 1, 2024. Also, Llan Barkley, the Executive Director/Council Coordinator for the Elbert County Early Childhood Council will help families with the Universal Preschool Colorado (UPK) registration.

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

Join the Kids Heart Challenge at Running Creek Elementary School! Our goal is to rally all families to join our team, learn Hands-Only CPR, build awareness, and raise $10,000 for the American Heart Association.

Ready to kick off? Sign up, make a lifesaving donation, and start Finn’s Mission by downloading the free app for iPhone or Android, or registering online:

http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=9733&pg=company&company_id=436248

Any student who raises $50 will qualify to purchase discounted tickets and get a special ON COURT experience with the Denver Nuggets! Make sure to check in to see how to get entered into a drawing for a Buster keychain! When students complete Finn's Mission they will get to have a super special glow stick party with Ms. Madison! AND when students raise $150 they will get to turn Ms. Madison into a Human Disco Ball with glitter slime!!!!

If 50% of our students register online our school will receive a $500 bonus for fitness and well-being equipment.

The heart of the matter:
One family saved a life with Hands-Only CPR that they learned from Finn’s Mission. Hands-Only CPR, provided immediately after sudden cardiac arrest, can double or triple a victim's chance of survival.

Thank you to everyone for the donations, we are still are in need of more.

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!

• February 29 – PTCO/SAC/DAC Meetings
• March 1 – 2nd Grade Music Program
• March 4 – Preschool OPEN House and Registration
• March 4 to 8: Read Across America
• March 8 – PTCO Movie Night
  
• March 13 – Parent/Teacher Conferences
• March 13 – Hat/Popcorn Day
• March 15 – NO SCHOOL – Spring Break begins
• March 25 – Classes Resume

The community events listed below were submitted by non-profit and local organizations to keep your family updated about opportunities in the community. Running Creek Elementary School does not sponsor or endorse these activities. Please contact the specified organization for additional details. Click on the flyer to enlarge.

Elizabeth School District has adopted The “I Love U Guys” Foundation’s Standard Response Protocol (SRP). Students and staff will be training, practicing, and drilling the protocol. We will be practicing one evacuation (fire) drill each month, one lockdown drill each semester, and one secure drill and one shelter (tornado) drill this year. Our next drill will be on Wednesday, March 5, it will be a Shelter Drill. Please refer to the SRP handout for more information - CLICK HERE.

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
  

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