Dear Sanborn Parents and Guardians,

I am thrilled to share that we have been witnessing remarkable progress in our students here at Sanborn. It’s truly heartwarming to see our young learners thriving academically and socially. They continue to impress us by embodying our S.O.A.R. attributes: Safety, Ownership, Achievement, and Respect. It’s a joy to honor outstanding students each month who exemplify these qualities. As we look ahead to the upcoming weeks of learning, I am filled with excitement and anticipation for the growth and discoveries that await our students. Together, we are creating a supportive and nurturing environment for our children to soar to new heights. Go Dragons!!

Warm regards,

 Mrs. Peeples

Principal

Sanborn Elementary School

October SOAR STUDENTS

October SOAR Students:  In the past, we have only honored our SOAR students on Late Start days.  However, we are excited to be able to include additional months this year.  Therefore, we will be honoring selected SOAR students on October 4th!  Selected students will have the opportunity to eat a Chick-fil-A meal and sit at our “VIP” table during lunch.  In addition, we will celebrate these students at our SOAR Assembly that day!  Selected students will get to participate in a SOAR Challenge at the assembly.  It is a wonderful event and we are excited to get to celebrate students every month this school year!

iPad Charging at Home

 We want to emphasize the vital role you play in your child’s education by ensuring that their assigned iPad is charged and ready for school every day. Charging the iPad at home each night is crucial to supporting uninterrupted learning in the classroom. By establishing a dedicated iPad charging area at home, you are not only fostering responsibility but also helping your child make the most of our digital learning resources. A fully charged iPad ensures that your child can engage actively in lessons, complete assignments, and access educational materials without interruption. Thank you for your partnership in creating a seamless and enriching learning experience for your child.

iReady Instructional Lessons:  We are excited to offer an opportunity for our K-5th Grade students to advance their reading and math skills beyond the school day with i-Ready Personalized Instruction. Personalized Instruction uses your child’s

i-Ready diagnostic data to determine their specific skills and needs. The program develops customized lessons to improve and accelerate reading and math skills, whether students are performing below, on, or above grade level. Students will be able to access their unique lessons at home, during after school programs, when absent, and during school closures.
Each lesson is designed to:

• Take 15 – 20 minutes
• Connect concepts to real-world scenarios, history, science, and high interest topics using videos, interactive elements, and excerpts from diverse, high quality novels.

Students can monitor their own progress and receive ongoing feedback and encouragement while completing the lessons. Students, educators, and parents/guardians can also access real-time learning data, including scores on individual lessons and quizzes, and progress with specific skills.

Students can access iReady from home by going onto their iPad and going to the Classlink icon They can also go to the site through: classlink.svvsd.org Then students should click on the iReady icon .  They can choose between Reading and Math.  The teacher may have some “assigned” lessons listed.  Otherwise, your student(s) can feel free to choose either subject and enjoy the personalized learning extension opportunity outside of school!  We encourage you and your student(s) to tap into iReady at home!

23-24 SVVSD Leadership Cohort

2023-2024 SVVSD Leadership Cohort: The school district has opened applications for the 2023-2024 cohort of Leadership for St. Vrain. Sanborn Elementary needs two members of our community to represent our school on this important parent committee. Please contact our front office if you are interested in being on this committee.

NO October Late Start:  Just a reminder that October 4th will be normal school hours.  School doors will open at 8:15 and the tardy bell will ring at 8:30.    Our next Late Start will be November 1st.

Wrestling Club:  CLick here to read about a wrestling opportunity for our youth being offered at Skyline H.S. and Lyons Middle High:

10/3 PASS Meeting 6:30 PM

10/4 Sanborn Night at Chipotle 4-8PM Flyers to come home soon!!

NO LATE START IN OCTOBER

10/9-10/11 Parent Teacher Conferences–more information to come
10/13- No School
10/16- No School

DRAGON DROPS

With the increase of technology use, it is good to be mindful of the effects- both positive and negative.  We know that technology can give students an academic edge.  However, it is also important to be aware of the Blue Light that emits from technology and the effects on sleep:

• Screens such as TVs, tablets, smartphones, and computers emit a type of light called “blue light.” Blue light has a short wavelength and is more likely to interfere with the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle.
• Exposure to blue light, especially in the evening, can suppress the production of melatonin, a hormone produced by the pineal gland in the brain. Melatonin plays a crucial role in regulating our sleep-wake patterns and promoting sleepiness.

How Blue Light Affects Sleep:

• Blue light exposure in the evening can confuse the body’s internal clock, making it think it’s still daytime, which can lead to difficulty falling asleep.
• It can also reduce the overall amount of melatonin produced, making it harder for a person to achieve deep, restorative sleep.

Recommendations for Limiting Screen Time Before Bed:

• Establish a Screen Curfew: Encourage your child to stop using screens at least an hour before bedtime. This allows time for melatonin production to begin and helps signal to the body that it’s time to wind down.
• Replace Screen Time with Relaxing Activities: Instead of screens, encourage activities that promote relaxation and help your child transition into bedtime, such as reading a physical book, doing puzzles, or practicing calming exercises like deep breathing.
• Use “Night Mode” or Blue Light Filters: Many devices and apps have a “night mode” or blue light filter feature that reduces the amount of blue light emitted. Enabling this setting in the evening can be helpful.