Dear Sanborn Dragon Thunder,

   I hope this newsletter finds you well as we continue to move full speed ahead! It brings me great joy to see our staff and students continue to work on their growth and excellence inside and outside of the classrooms! Their enthusiasm for learning and dedication to personal growth have truly set a positive tone for the entire school community.

As we navigate through the unexpected twists and turns of the recent weather patterns, I commend our resilient students and staff for their adaptability and positivity. Their commitment to education remains unwavering.

Looking ahead, we are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences. It’s a fantastic opportunity for us to connect, discuss your child’s progress, and collaborate on ways to support their continued success. We genuinely look forward to seeing all of you during that week and appreciate your active involvement in your child’s education.

Exciting activities await our students in upcoming assemblies! We are thrilled to introduce the concept of entrepreneurship and explore the essential mindsets that embody an entrepreneur. Through engaging discussions, we aim to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit within each student, fostering creativity, resilience, and a proactive mindset. Our goal is to empower them with the knowledge and mindset that goes beyond traditional boundaries, encouraging innovative thinking and problem-solving. Get ready for an enlightening exploration of entrepreneurship that will undoubtedly inspire our students to dream big and embrace the limitless possibilities that lie ahead!  

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation! Go Dragons!!

Sincerely,

Lori Peeples

Principal 

Sanborn Elementary School

Tribute to Teachers- TEACHER OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS:   Thank you for your support of the students and teachers in the St. Vrain Valley community.  One of our favorite events of the year is the Tribute to Teachers award celebration sponsored by St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation. We love it because it recognizes and honors our outstanding teachers for their excellence in teaching.  Please help by nominating a teacher who you believe exemplifies excellence for a Teacher of the Year Award. Visit St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation’s website at https://stvrainfoundation.org/programs/tribute-to-teachers/ for the nomination form. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:45PM.

PLEASE JOIN US TONIGHT FOR SANBORN NIGHT AT CULVERS (1218 S. HOVER ROAD, LONGMONT) FROM 5:00-8:00PM. 10% OF ALL SALES WILL COME BACK TO SANBORN. THESE FUNDRAISERS SUPPORT EXTRA SUPERVISION AT RECESS!! INVITE FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS AND FAMILY. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!

 Sanborn Parent -Teacher Conferences: We look forward to seeing all our families come to our Parent – Teacher conferences set for February 5th, 6th & 7th.  Please be sure to select a time block with your child’s teacher. Flyers went home in today’s Tuesday folders and an email with a link to “Meet the Teacher” with instructions for booking will go out this evening so that the primary parent in Infinite Campus can schedule their conference(s).

Save the Date! Book Fair Coming Soon!

Hey Awesome Sanborn Families! Save the Date! The Book Fair is rolling into Sanborn from February 5th to 9th, and it’s going to be a blast!

**Dates to Remember: February 5th-9th**

Shop during Parent-Teacher Conferences (3-7:30 PM) and catch the magic after hours! Kids, get ready to shop during your library time. It’s like a book party in the library! Every book you grab supports our school library. 

But wait, there’s more! To make this Book Fair an absolute hit, we need your help. We’re looking for volunteers. Please click on the link below to sign up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BA9AB2DA4FFC52-47383166-book

Visit our Book Fair homepage to view a digital flyer and sign your kiddos up for eWallet.

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/sanborn

Wednesday, February 7, 2024 Kinder-5th Grade

First Bell: 10:55 AM

Tardy Bell: 11:00 AM

No breakfast served.

Preschool maintains their regular schedule.

Please join us for our February PASS Meeting!!

WHEN: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH

TIME: 6:30-7:30PM

WHERE: SANBORN LIBRARY

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!

Dear Sanborn Parent/Guardians,

     This email is to let you know that 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.

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

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.

Yearbook Orders:  It is hard to believe, but it is time to order your yearbook for the 2023-2024 School Year.  The yearbook is a great tool to use to reflect on your student(s) wonderful year and have for a lifetime to cherish. The cost is $23.00 and the flyer/payment envelope went home in Tuesday folders last week.
We always run out so make sure to order a copy!!

Get ready for future Spirit Days at Sanborn!! Click here for the link to our Spirit Wear store!!!

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

Here are some helpful links to Enjoy Books and Stories Together with your students from the CDE website:

StoryBlocks:   https://www.storyblocks.org/
Storyblocks is a project of Colorado Libraries for Early Literacy, working in partnership with Rocky Mountain Public Broadcasting Services. It is a collection of 30-60 second videos designed to model to parents, caregivers, and library staff some songs, rhymes, and fingerplays appropriate for early childhood. Each video clip includes helpful early literacy tips to increase caregivers’ understanding of child development and pre-literacy needs. Videos available in multiple languages.

Storyline Online :  https://storylineonline.net/

Storyline Online streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside creatively produced illustrations. Storyline Online is available 24 hours a day for children, parents, caregivers and educators worldwide. Each book includes supplemental curriculum developed by a credentialed elementary educator, aiming to strengthen comprehension and verbal and written skills for English-language learners.

Read Aloud with Dusty and Dott:      https://www.dustyanddott.com/
Reading buddies, Dusty and Dott, share stories and activities through entertaining read alouds. 

Books for Beginning Independent Reading:  https://www.cde.state.co.us/coloradoliteracy/beginningreaderbooks
Is your child learning to read and you need suggestions for materials for independent reading? This page includes information and booklists for your child to practice their newly learned skills.

Colorado Public Libraries:  https://www.coloradolibraries.org/
Colorado Public Libraries have a wealth of free resources to share with parents and families. You can find books, story times, educational programs and activities, online resources and more. Find your local library here.
Colorado Talking Book Library:  https://myctbl.cde.state.co.us/applications
If you, or someone you know are not able to enjoy books or magazines because: you cannot see well enough to read conventional print; if a physical disability prevents you from handling the printed materials; or a reading disability causes you to be unable to read you may want to take advantage of the free services offered by the Colorado Talking Book Library (CTBL).

1/23/24 Sanborn Night at Culver’s 5:00-8:00PM

1/9/24 PASS Meeting 6:30-7:30 PM

2/5-6-7/24 Parent Teacher Conferences

2/5-2/9 Book Fair–during conferences and class time

2/13/24 PASS Meeting 6:30-7:30PM

2/15/24 2nd Trimester ends.

2/15/24 Sanborn Night at Noodles–more info to come

2/16/24 and 2/19/24 NO SCHOOL–Comp Day and President’s Day