Dear Thompson Community:
The heart of February is the perfect time to illuminate the warmth and spirit of community that blooms in our school district. This month's letter is dedicated to the invaluable gift of family, school, and community partnerships in TSD, where the authentic friendships between our schools and families have grown stronger than ever.
One standout highlight is the memorable Peakview Food and Family Fair held before winter break. This event brought our children and families together in a celebration of learning and community. It was heartening to witness the joy and enthusiasm of a father and his three sons taking family photos after their haircuts from a local stylist. The more than a dozen community organizations in attendance exemplified the power of partnership, showcasing the commitment of our district to foster an inclusive environment where each person plays a vital role in our children's education.
Our dedication to engaging with families extends beyond single events; it is an ongoing element genuinely integrated into the essence of TSD’s Strive 2025 Strategic Plan. Our Family, School, and Community Partnerships team has been building and strengthening partnerships with local, state and national organizations to explore and expand the opportunities that bridge education between family and school.
From interactive workshops empowering parents and caregivers with tools to support their child's learning journey, to fun-filled community gatherings that celebrate diverse cultures, we're creating spaces where families feel a sense of belonging and actively participate in shaping the educational landscape for their children and Thompson School District. To assist in this outreach, we’ve created The Family Center at Stansberry, a dedicated engagement center that provides a safe, inclusive space for our district families to learn about what TSD and our community have to offer, while also connecting and networking with other families and accessing helpful resources. Walk-in hours are available Monday through Friday each week and families are also welcome to schedule an appointment with our dedicated staff.
The team is excited about the journey ahead and the momentum we’re gaining throughout the district, most specifically at our Title I schools where we’ve partnered with the Colorado Education Initiative to design and implement promising practices that help address barriers familiar to schools with high percentages of students experiencing poverty and high mobility. An essential part of this work is the process of building empathy and genuinely getting to know our children and the communities who love and shape them.
There’s a quote from author Toni Morrison that reminds us of why we do the work we do: “When a child walks in the room, your child or anybody else’s child, do your eyes light up? That's what they're looking for.” Here in Thompson School District, we are proud of our programs and dedicated staff who work hard every day to support each child within our community. We are incredibly grateful for your support and we hope you will join us as we continue to build these rewarding connections.
Dr. Marc Schaffer
Superintendent
Thompson School District
Do you want your preschool child to. . .
Be ready for Kindergarten?
Grow social-emotionally?
Develop her/his language skills?
Be ready to learn?
There are many benefits to your child attending preschool. For more information, visit our website. You can also complete the interest form (Pre-Register for the 2024-2025 school year). If you have any questions, please contact us at 970-613-5052 or email at tsdearlychildhood@tsd.org.
To keep student Chromebooks up and running smoothly, start by ensuring they're charged and ready to connect to the Internet. Regularly update software and apps to ensure security and performance. Handle the devices with care and have clear guidelines for safe browsing and app usage. Lastly, implement regular maintenance checks to address any hardware or software issues promptly.
Follow these Chromebook Tune Up Tips to prepare your Chromebooks for assessments and testing.
TEF scholarship applications are open for Thompson School District students who are graduating in Spring 2024 and making plans for postsecondary education. One application covers a large variety of scholarships.
Students can apply until midnight on Sunday, March 3. Apply at the following link: www.thompsontef.org/scholarships
Project Prom Colorado provides prom attire, free of charge, to students in Northern Colorado who would otherwise be unable to afford it. From February 1-29, we will be accepting donations of suits, dresses, shoes, clutches and jewelry for Prom shoppers this spring.
Donations can be made at:
- Orchards Ace Hardware: 269 E. 29th Street, Loveland
- B Sweet Cupcakes: 425 E. 4th Street, Loveland
- Barnes & Noble (The Promenade Shops at Centerra): 5835 Sky Pond Drive, Loveland
Registration is open for the Earth Day 5k/10k on Saturday, April 20 at The Lakes at Centerra. This race benefits Thompson Education Foundation and is a fun way to celebrate the "greenest" day of the year.
Register here: https://www.thompsontef.org/loveland-classic
Students continue to make a difference in the Thompson School District community.
Third grade student Arabella Knuth, one of the winners of the 2023 Thompson Kids Can Change the
World Contest, coordinated a donation drive to collect stuffed animals for foster children. She
also used the grant money she received to purchase additional stuffed animals. At the end of
her donation collections in February, she threw a packing party with her classmates to box up
all of the animals and delivered them to Foster and Adoptive Families of Larimer County.
Every year it is inspiring to see students’ enthusiasm for proposing projects to make a positive
difference. Applications for the 2024 Thompson Kids Can Change the World Contest are open
again and can be submitted online until April 5. You can also view other past winners’ stories
on the website. Please go to tsd.org/ChangeTheWorld.
During periods of inclement weather, Thompson School District is occasionally faced with the difficult decision on whether or not to close schools. For more information on this process and how these announcements are communicated, click on the following link:
https://www.tsd.org/departments/communications/school-closing-delayed-start
YMCA of Northern Colorado has released their schedule of summer camps for the 2024 season. The camps, which will be held at a variety of different locations, have many different themes and will feature opportunities for different age groups. For more information, visit the YMCA website at https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps.
