4-23-24

Dear Wonderful Dragon Families,

As we swiftly glide toward the culmination of another enriching school year, I am thrilled to share some exciting updates with you all. It’s hard to believe, but we’ve successfully wrapped up our CMAS testing, a significant milestone that underscores the diligence and dedication of our students and educators alike.  Now, as we head into the final stretch, our focus turns to those essential end-of-year assessments. These assessments allow us to gauge the incredible progress our young learners have made since setting their reading and math goals back in the winter months. It’s always inspiring to witness the growth and achievements of our Dragon scholars!  But that’s not all! As May draws near, brace yourselves for an array of thrilling end-of-year activities that promise to add a sprinkle of excitement to our last few weeks together. Keep those calendars handy, as we’ll be sharing dates and times for these events soon. From field day to ceremonies, there’s something for every Dragon family to look forward to!

  Let’s make this final month of school a memorable one, filled with fun, learning, and celebration. Together, let’s soar to new heights!

Dragons SOAR!!!

 Sincerely,

Lori Peeples

Principal 

Sanborn Elementary School

Teacher of the Year:    CONGRATULATIONS TO MRS. BENNER!!!! She was selected as Sanborn Teacher of the Year by the St. Vrain Valley Education Foundation! Our finalists were Mrs. Adams and Mrs. Kern.   We are so proud of all three of these fantastic teachers!  SOARING TEACHING EXCELLENCE!! Way To GO!!!!!

Kinder Expert Night/Music Program:  This was such a wonderful event showcasing our Mini-Dragons and their skills and expertise!  Thank you to all the families that came out to share in the fun.

St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show 

Congratulations to all the student’s whose art work was chosen for the SVVSD Art Show!!! Special congratulations to the following students who were awarded the St. Vrain Academic Excellence by Design Award: Samone Howett, Jaxson Rangel, Kaleb Neergaard and Genesis Calderon Guzman!!

2nd Grade Earth Day Performance:  Our 2nd Graders and Ms. Phillips did a wonderful performance at the local Earth Day Celebration at Timberline PK-8 this last weekend.  So proud of them!

SANBORN NIGHT AT BLACKJACK PIZZA!! THIS WILL BE OUR LAST RESTAURANT NIGHT OF THE SCHOOL YEAR SO LET’S MAKE IT OUR BEST ONE YET!!!

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024.

FLYERS, WITH DETAILS, WENT HOME IN TUESDAY FOLDERS LAST WEEK!!

NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS ON FRIDAY, APRIL 26TH!!!

5TH GRADE TRACK AND FIELD DAY at Longmont High School!! TUESDAY, APRIL 30TH!!!

LATE START FOR GRADES K-5TH
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1ST
FIRST BELL: 10:55
TARDY BELL: 11:00
PRESCHOOL MAINTAINS THEIR REGULAR SCHEDULE

TEACHER AND STAFF APPRECIATION IS COMING UP THE WEEK OF MAY 6TH. FLYER COMING HOME SOON!!!

Please join us for our May PASS Meeting!!

WHEN: Tuesday, May 7th

TIME: 6:30-7:30PM

WHERE: SANBORN LIBRARY

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!

Our PASS organization is looking for members!  This group, along with our staff, help make Sanborn a great place to be!  If you have an interest to see how you might be able to be a part of the fun, please feel free to join the meeting on May 27th at 6:30 OR click HERE to sign up!! REMEMBER–PASS NEEDS YOUR HELP TO BE ABLE TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL. Thank you for your consideration.

Unable to attend? Connect online to share and stay informed at https://sanborn.club using the password “DRAGONS”

Academic All Star Breakfast:  May 16th – Invitations will go out to those who will be honored.

PASS Ice Cream Social / Yearbook Signing Event: Our wonderful PASS parent group is hosting our Annual Ice Cream Social on May 16^th from 6:00-7:00 PM.  This will take place in our back playground area.  We would love to see everyone there to enjoy a yummy treat and to get their yearbook signed! Please report directly to the back area of the school to take part in this fun social event!!  Don’t forget a pen/marker and your yearbook or autograph paper to have friends and staff sign their names!!

New Games Day:   Our students will, again, experience our Annual “New Games Day” on May 17th. (Times to be announced later.)   This is a wonderful “entrepreneurial” experience where our 5^th grade students ‘invent’ new games and “pitch” the game idea to teachers.  The chosen games will be played by our primary grades for a fun experience with laughter and excitement.

Longmont High School Graduation Sanborn “Walk”: We will host graduating students from Longmont High School on a celebratory walk through our building during our last week of school.  This is a fun way for our students to “peek into the future” and see graduates in their caps and gowns!

“Move Up” Day:  On Tuesday, May 21^st, our students will get to “move up” to the next grade for a quick peek and introduction to the next grade.   Students will be escorted by 5^th grade leaders to their next grade level to see the new area.  This is a fun experience for our students to feel the excitement of what next year has in store for them!

Staff vs 5th Grade Kickball Game: Our Annual Staff/5^th Grade Kickball Game will commence on May 22nd!!  This is always a fun event where the 5^th graders try to ‘beat’ the Sanborn Staff!!  Good Luck, 5^th Graders!!

Pre-K Continuation Ceremony: We will be hosting a continuation ceremony for our preschoolers that will be moving on to Kindergarten next year on Wednesday, May 22nd. Details will go home to our preschool families.

5^th Grade Promotion: Our 5^th grade families are invited to come to the Promotion Program on Wednesday, May 22nd, at 6:00PM.  This is a wonderful event that helps us celebrate our 5^th graders for all their accomplishments!  We are so proud of these students and know they are destined for greatness! Details will go home to our 5th grade families.

A note from the health office:  Please make sure all medication is picked up by Thursday 05/23/24. Per district policy medication cannot be sent home with students, and must be signed out by a parent. Any medication not picked up will be destroyed. Office hours are 7:30-3:30. Please contact Heather Huizenga with any questions.  If your student has borrowed any clothing from the health office please wash and return these items.

IPads Over the Summer:  Students will be taking home their iPads over the summer break. This is a great time to continue to access iReady Reading lessons and other fun and educational opportunities.  However, we all know accidents can happen.  If you haven’t purchased the iPad insurance already, now is the time to do so.  This way, any damages that may happen over the break will be covered and you will not be responsible for payment.  The insurance is $12.00- a small price for piece of mind over the break!  Please contact the front office if you would like to get that added on before summer starts!

Lost and Found:  We have unclaimed items that will be on display in the front lobby vestibule the last week of school.  Teachers will have students take time to see if any items belong to them, however, you may want to pop over to look through the items, as well. Please come check for any items that your student has misplaced this year!

Farewell Picnic : We will host our End of The School Year Farewell Picnic on May 23^rd at 11:30.  If you would like to come enjoy lunch with your student on this last day of school, please note our procedures for this event:

**Please do not check into the front office.  Instead, you will need to go to the back field area to find your child’s teacher.  The back field will be divided by grades with signs.  (If you have multiple students in different grades/classes, you will need to sign one out to sit with another student/grade).   If you decide that you would like for your student(s) to leave after the picnic, you will need to SIGN them out from their teacher.  Each teacher will have a sign out sheet.  If your student will not be leaving, please do not sign them out and they will return with their teacher to their class after the picnic.

Community Schools K-5 Registration for 2024-2025: Community Schools offers dynamic extended learning day opportunities for children in grades K-5. Students are provided with a nurturing environment before- and after-school that fosters academic achievement, community, social-emotional growth, and creativity. Availability is limited and interested families are encouraged to register early and select their anticipated days of care immediately.   Learn More About the Registration Process

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

Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year 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.

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.

Please help your student(s) remember to bring a water bottle and their fully charged iPads to school each day!! Thank you!!!

DRAGON DROPS

Building Resilience: Supporting Your Child Through Life’s Twists and Turns

     As we guide our children through the ups and downs of life, teaching them resilience is an invaluable gift that will serve them well in any situation. Here are some tips to help your child navigate setbacks and bounce back stronger:

1. Embrace the Teachable Moment: When things don’t go as planned, use it as an opportunity to teach resilience. Help your child understand that setbacks are a natural part of life and an opportunity for growth.

2. Encourage Problem-Solving Skills: Empower your child to brainstorm solutions when faced with challenges. Encourage them to think creatively and consider different perspectives.

3. Validate Feelings: It’s important for children to know that their feelings are valid, even when things don’t go their way. Listen attentively, empathize, and reassure them that it’s okay to feel disappointed or frustrated.

4. Focus on Effort, Not Outcome: Shift the focus from the end result to the effort invested. Praise your child for their determination, perseverance, and resilience, regardless of the outcome.

5. Model Resilience: Children learn by example, so demonstrate resilience in your own life. Share stories of how you’ve overcome challenges and highlight the importance of resilience in achieving goals.

6. Cultivate a Growth Mindset: Foster a belief in your child that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. Encourage them to view setbacks as opportunities for learning and improvement.

Remember, resilience is a skill that can be nurtured and strengthened over time. By providing support, encouragement, and guidance, you’re helping your child develop the resilience they need to thrive in the face of adversity.

Wishing you and your family strength and resilience on life’s journey,