Dear Sanborn Dragon Thunder,

     Season’s greetings! Our school is buzzing with winter joy as we immerse ourselves in the festive spirit, and it brings me great pleasure to share the warmth that fills our halls.

Our staff and students are not only embracing the winter theme with delightful decorations, but they also recently reveled in the joy of our Dragon Dash Assembly. The energy was infectious as our highest-earning students gleefully popped balloons with mystery contents over my head, much to the amusement of their peers. Witnessing their laughter and excitement as they got me all messy was an absolute delight.

In the midst of this cheerful chaos, our students are also revisiting the mid-year goals they set back in the fall for iReady and DIBELS assessments. It’s heartening to see their determination to achieve and even surpass these goals. We encourage you to engage with your children about their testing experiences and celebrate their accomplishments.

As we reflect on the fun-filled moments we’ve shared, we eagerly anticipate the December adventures that lie ahead. Thank you for being an integral part of our Sanborn family. Wishing you all continued joy and excitement throughout this festive season!

DRAGONS SOAR!

Warm regards,

Mrs. Peeples

Principal

Sanborn Elementary School

Please join us for our December PASS Meeting!!

WHEN: TONIGHT— TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5TH

TIME: 6:30-7:30PM

WHERE: SANBORN LIBRARY

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 Kinder-5th Grade

First Bell: 10:55 AM

Tardy Bell: 11:00

No breakfast served.

Preschool maintains their regular schedule.

THE OUR CENTER MITTEN AND SOCK TREE IS WAITING FOR YOUR DONATIONS!!

Sanborn staff and students are invited to contribute to our Mitten and Sock Tree located in our front lobby. We are collecting NEW children’s hats, mittens, gloves, scarves, underwear and socks. We are also collecting NEW blankets, children’s coats, sweaters, sweatshirts, pajamas and boots. All items will be donated to the OUR Center. Please send your donations by Friday, December 8th. Thank you in advance for your generosity!!!

Robotics Tournament:  This Saturday, Dec. 9th, our Sanborn Robotics Teams will be competing at the SVVSD Robotics Tournament in Mead.   We wish our competitors well and much luck!! Go Dragons!

Sanborn Night at McDonald’s:  Please come out to support Sanborn on Dec. 11th from 4-7PM for our fundraiser restaurant night.  Come eat with various staff members from Sanborn and see other families and friends….yum yum! Flyers went home in Tuesday folders today.

Canned Food Drive: It’s that wonderful time of year once again when our Student Council will lean on our Sanborn community to make a meaningful difference in our local community.  Please be on the lookout for more information about the Canned Food Drive will coming home soon from Student Council.

Choir Performances: Our Choir will be performing at the Life Care Center of Longmont next Tuesday, Dec. 12th.  What a wonderful experience for the residents of the center, as well as for our Sanborn students!  In addition, they will be performing here at Sanborn on Dec. 20th, at 5:00.  We are looking forward to hearing their beautiful voices!

Winter Break:  Reminder- Our winter break will start Friday, Dec. 22, 2023 and run through January 5th, 2024. 

Enrollment for the 2024-2025 School Year for PK, K, and 6th grade students and Open Enrollment.

Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year opens/began on Friday December 1st. Please visit the SVVSD enrollment webpage for more information or contact our Registrar, Sarah Adams, [email protected] (303)772-3838.

King Soopers:  Go online to Kingsoopers.com and create an account.  (This can also be done through the app.)  Simply register your King Soopers reward card under “King Soopers Community Rewards” at the bottom of the page.  Under “Find An Organization” enter the code for Sanborn: QP883.  Now every time you shop at King Soopers you are helping support Sanborn!!!  These funds are used to fund extra support at recess!! ****After shopping, turn in your receipts with your child’s name and teacher code on it to the tub by the office for a chance to win monthly prizes.

DRAGON DROPS

As our students prepare to take mid-year assessments, this is a good time to shed some light on the concept of “productive struggle” and the invaluable lessons it holds for our young learners.

Productive struggle is more than just a momentary challenge; it’s an essential part of the learning process. When our students encounter difficulties, be it in solving a tricky math problem or attempting to replace a stubborn battery in a toy, they are engaged in a process that fosters resilience, problem-solving skills, and a growth mindset.

It’s crucial for us, as parents and educators, to recognize the beauty in these moments of struggle. Instead of immediately stepping in to provide solutions, consider offering guidance and encouragement. Ask open-ended questions that prompt critical thinking and exploration. Celebrate the effort they put into overcoming obstacles, reinforcing the idea that learning is a journey filled with triumphs and, yes, a few bumps along the way.

Supporting our children through productive struggle not only builds their academic resilience but also equips them with life skills that extend far beyond the classroom. As we encourage them to grapple with challenges, we are fostering a sense of independence, curiosity, and the confidence to tackle the unknown.

So, let’s embrace these opportunities for growth with a positive mindset, knowing that through the productive struggle, our children are becoming the resilient, capable individuals we aspire for them to be.

12/5 PASS Meeting 6:30-7:30

12/6 Late Start

12/8/23- Academic All Star Breakfast

12/11/23 Sanborn Night at McDonalds–flyers in Tuesday folders today!!!

12/14/23 1st Grade Music Program 6:00PM

3rd Grade Music Program 7:00PM

12/20/23 Choir Concert 5:00PM

12/22/23-1/5/24 Winter Break

1/8/24 First Day Back for Students from Winter Break