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June/July 2018

Ute Meadows Elementary School

11050 West Meadows Littleton, CO 80127

(303) 982-4044

CORE VALUES:

Focus on Learning; Integrity; Respect; Collaboration; Citizenship; Excellence

VISION:

To inspire and empower our students by creating a culture of excellence

MISSION:

Through innovative learning opportunities, we will fuel students’ passion for life-long learning, establish rigorous academic expectations, promote integrity and respect, and

nurture citizenship in order to prepare students for success in a global society.

MOTTO:

Rigor, Relevance, Relationships

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It’s Summer!

The last day of school for the 2017-2018 season was May 24th. We wish you all a wonderful summer vacation.

School starts back on Thursday, August 16th. Watch for our back to school edition of the newsletter for information on meet the teacher, supply lists and tons of other information coming end of July/beginning of August.

Sites to Visit for Summer Fun

Family Friendly Free Spring and Summer Activities

https://www.denver.org/things-to-do/spring-summer/free-summer/

Day Trips around Denver

https://www.denver.org/things-to-do/day-trips-around-colorado/

Family Summer Highlights

https://www.denver.org/things-to-do/spring-summer/family-summer/

Colorado Events and Festivals

https://www.colorado.com/events

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5th Grade Moving On

Ute’s 5th graders celebrated their continuation on May 22nd. For many students they have spent the last 5 or 6 years at Ute Meadows, changing from little kindergartners to tweens. During this time they have learned the 3 Rs, had fun in specials and made many new friends. We would like to congratulate these students and wish them luck in their next educational adventure. Also, we would like to thank the 5 th grade teachers, Mr. Nestingen, Ms. Beauchamp and Ms. Knight for teaching us this year and helping to plan the continuation celebration.

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5th Grade Continuation Ceremony @ Deer Creek Middle School

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5th Grade Continuation Ceremony @ Deer Creek Middle School

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WALK-IN REGISTRATION FOR THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR…

Walk-in registration for next year will be held on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Families new to the area are welcome to take advantage of this opportunity to get acquainted and visit Ute Meadows. For families who are returning to Ute Meadows next year, registration and fee payment may be completed online through Jeffco Connect.

5th Grade End of Year Picnic

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The PTA Does That?

Our PTA does great things all year long. Ever wonder what we do? Here’s a list of what we’re up to all year. We need your help to continue offering an outstanding experience for every child. Consider volunteering or just sign up as a member to show your support. Sign Up Here

School Events Sponsored by the PTA Back to School Movie Night

Daddy Daughter Dance

Mother Sons Sports Night

5th Grade Graduation

Holiday Craft Bazaar

Rockies Night

Spring Carnival

Yearbook

Science Fair

Evening of the Arts

Spelling Bee

Reflections

Fundraisers

Read a Thon

School Programs Sponsored by the PTA ExCEL – Field trips for each grade. Families cover the cost of bus. PTA funds the event.

($1500 per grade)

Grade Level Grants – When special requests for funding are made the PTA will do what is

possible within the budget to assist. For example, a request was made by 4 th grade to purchase

enough Colorado history books for a complete set in each classroom. They used pilot books,

first and it was a hit. The teachers have been thrilled with the quality and amount of content.

The PTA approved and funded this purchase of $1200.

5th Grade Art Project – Stained Glass Window

Art, Music, PE & Library Fund

Teacher Classroom Fund ($150 per teacher to spend on what they need)

Technology – Kindergarten iPads & Chromebooks – 10 iPads and cases; 10 Chromebooks

Learning Center – the PTA pays for a reading and math interventionist teacher who supports

ALP and IEP across all grade levels

Hospitality – annual Teacher Appreciation Week, a group of parents bring breakfast and lunch

every day for a week for the teachers, the PTA covers any extra costs or gift cards.

Lexia & Discover Streaming - specialized education platform used by teachers, the learning

center and reading recovery to support students http://www.lexiacore5.com/

School Requests – When the budget allows for non standard expense requests the PTA can

help fill some of those requests. Last year we finished replacing all of the chalk boards with

white boards and purchased new folding tables for the facilities department.

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Mark Your Calendars! Ute Meadows PTA and Staff are Hosting a Car Show and Movie Night on Friday, Sept 7th!

Free and Reduced Lunch Information

There will be a new system in place for Jeffco’s Food and

Nutrition Services on July 1st We have some information

listed below.

Sunday, July 1st

Families will have access to create their new online account with SchoolCafé

From SchoolCafé, families can make online payment and submit Free and

Reduced Meal Applications

Remember, families must reapply every year on or after July 1 for

Free and Reduced Meal Benefits for the upcoming school year

For more information about the upcoming year, families should visit

http://www.jeffcoschoolfood.org/ on or after July 1.

Visit the Jeffco Public Schools website for important articles and information.

http://www.jeffcopublicschools.org/

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Sponsorship space in this newsletter is extremely affordable! Reach parents in your local community & a significant portion of your investment goes back to the school! Businesses that want to sponsor this school, please contact TSCA at info@tscaschools.com or 970-239-1641.

Message from our Area Nurse

We encourage parents to get immunizations taken care of over the summer, which is a good time to get routine physicals and doctors appointments done. If parents have any questions about what their students are missing, they can contact the health room. If parents are going to exempt their child from immunizations, they'll need to resign the exemption form at the start of the 2018-19 school year.

Visit the Jeffco Public Schools website for important articles and information.

http://

www.jeffcopublicschools.org/