Hello Dragon Families,

  As we roll into April, we are entering an important and focused time of the school year. CMAS testing for our 3rd–5th grade students will begin on April 7 and continue through April 24. During this time, both students and staff really hunker down and give their best effort as they work toward reaching their end-of-year goals. This is a great opportunity for students to show what they know and how much they have grown. Families can play an important role by helping students stay focused and confident. Making sure your child gets a good night’s sleep and offering encouraging pep talks can go a long way in boosting their confidence. We are proud of the hard work our students have put in all year and know they will SOAR!

Sincerely,

Lori Peeples

Principal

Project Launch will be held at Mountain View in the month of June. If you would like to enroll your student(s) in Project Launch this summer, please reach out to either your child’s teacher or the front office.  Limited spots remain!

ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the 2026-27 school year. We’re excited about the opportunities ParentSquare offers to streamline communication and will be working towards consolidating several of the tools families currently use into one convenient platform. 

After spring break, parents and guardians will receive an email invitation to activate their ParentSquare account. This will allow families to download the mobile app, set language preferences, and choose how and when they receive notifications.

Visit the district website to learn more about ParentSquare.

DON’T WAIT!!!!

THE DEADLINE FOR PREORDERING A YEARBOOK HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO MARCH 31ST, 2026.

We were able to extend the deadline to 3-31-26. QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED, so order while you can to ensure your child receives one! In past years, we’ve had some disappointed students, and we want to prevent that from happening. THANK YOU!!

WEDNESDAY, 4-1-26

FIRST BELL: 10:55 AM

TARDY BELL: 11:00 AM

BREAKFAST IS NOT SERVED

PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT PASS (Parent Association of Sanborn Students) Meeting. 

Wednesday, 4-1-26

Sanborn Library

6:30-7:30 PM

Sanborn – North Ridge Consolidation Information Meeting

Thursday, April 2, 2026:   The district will host a community meeting from 5:30-7:00 PM in Sanborn’s library to review Sanborn’s projected enrollment and staffing plan for the 2026-2027 school year.

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites the community to its annual Art Show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 14-19, featuring artwork from students of all grade levels across the district. The event is free and open to the public, with viewing hours Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will also be a special Artists’ Night Open House on Thursday, April 16 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Join us in celebrating students’ creativity through ceramics, digital art, drawing, jewelry, metalwork, mixed media, painting, and printmaking.

Upcoming Early Childhood Education Events

The Early Childhood Education team is hosting several upcoming events in honor of the Week of the Young Child.

Little Voices, Big Music, April 6

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites families to Little Voices, Big Music, a free interactive musical experience for young children and their caregivers on Monday, April 6 from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Innovation Center in Longmont. Guided by experienced music educators, children will explore rhythm, melody, and creative expression through singing, movement, and hands-on musical activities. The evening celebrates early learning through music and provides families with fun ideas to continue musical exploration at home.

Learn More

Free Developmental Screenings for Young Children, April 10

The Early Childhood Education Department is offering free developmental screenings for children ages 2–5 on April 10 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Early Childhood Education Office in Longmont. Families will meet with early childhood specialists while children participate in fun activities that support a simple screening designed to help identify early learning needs and connect families with helpful resources. Walk-ins are welcome, though families are encouraged to sign up in advance to support planning.

Learn More

Ready, Set, Let’s Grow Family Resource Fair, April 16

St. Vrain’s Department of Early Childhood Education invites families to a fun-filled Family Resource Fair celebrating the Week of the Young Child. Families with young children are invited to enjoy hands-on activities, explore local programs, and connect with community resources on Thursday, April 16 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the St. Vrain Innovation Center, 33 Quail Road, Longmont. 

Learn More

CMAS Testing Window

Beginning on April 7th – April 24th, 2026, Colorado students in grades 3 through 5 will be participating in CMAS, which measures student proficiency on the Colorado Academic Standards. These standards serve as clear guidelines for what students should know and be able to do by the end of the academic year across various grade levels and subject areas. The assessments cover English language arts and math for grades 3-5, and science for grade 5. CMAS is a critical tool in assessing student progress and ensuring that our educational system is meeting the needs of our students. To help your child perform their best on these assessments, it is essential that they are well-rested and present during their scheduled testing. To avoid missed instruction due to makeup testing, we kindly request that appointments and vacations be scheduled for non-testing days.

Preparing for Testing Season
Springtime brings standardized testing. Help your child feel confident by encouraging good sleep, healthy meals, and positive self-talk. Remind them that tests are just one measure of learning and to simply do their best. Reducing pressure helps students stay calm and focused.

The district is offering Half Year iPad insurance for new students, as well as current students who did not opt into insurance at the beginning of the school year.

As new students enroll, they will automatically be assigned the $12.50 fee with an expiration date of 2 weeks.  Parents will have 2 weeks to pay the fee before it is automatically voided.

For existing students who did not opt in at beginning of the school year, parents can pay for insurance for the remainder of the school year for $12.50.  THE IPAD WILL HAVE TO BE INSPECTED AT SCHOOL BEFORE WE CAN OFFER THAT INSURANCE TO YOU. ALSO–ALL UNPAID INSURANCE FEE BALANCES MUST BE PAID.

     If you have any questions, please call our office at 303-772-3838.  Thank you!!!

WE ARE STILL LOOKING FOR A SANBORN LEADERSHIP REP!!

Leadership St. Vrain is a program designed to give parents and community members the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of district operations and exchange ideas. If you want to learn more about our school district, meet a wide variety of district officials, share information with your school community and get to know engaged parents from schools across the district, we hope you consider applying for Leadership St. Vrain. It’s a serious commitment of time, but we believe it’s an invaluable learning opportunity.

All Leadership St. Vrain meetings will be held in-person at a different location each month. 

Meetings will run from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. on the dates and locations listed below:

Friday, April 10: Operational Excellence
Location: Niwot High School

Friday, May 8: The St. Vrain Advantage
Location: Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools

Please click the link if you would like to serve as Sanborn’s Representative:

SVVSD Leadership Rep

100 Mile Club is a wonderful opportunity for students to participate in physical activity which will help them better focus on their learning, and develop an appreciation for running.  Registration and payment is all online. Please click HERE to register and pay for 100 Mile Club. The registration fee for 100 Mile Club is $25 per runner.   Students can sign up for 100MC at any time during the school year.  Practice dates are on our school calendar.

BE READY FOR SANBORN SPIRIT DAYS!!! Please visit our the Sanborn Spirit Store by going to: https://www.nocooutfitters.com/sanborn-dragons-1

We are registering for all grades!!

Please visit the SVVSD enrollment webpage for more information or contact our Registrar, Sarah Adams, [email protected] (303)772-3838.

Please click HERE for the school lunch menus!!

4/1/26 April Late Start 11:00 AM

4/1/26 April PASS Meeting 6:30 PM

4/2/26 Community Meeting–Sanborn Consolidation 5:30PM

4/7-24/26 CMAS Testing Window

4/21/26 Sanborn Night at Culver’s 5-8PM–more info to come

4/23/26 Kindergarten Expert Night/Music Program 5:30-6:00 PM

4/27/26 No School For Students

4/29/26 5th Grade Track & Field Day

5/1/26 Drama Club Performance–Alice in Wonderland 6:30-7:30PM

5/2/26 Drama Club Performance–Alice in Wonderland 3:00-3:00PM