Principal’s Notes
Dear Alpine Families,
As part of our commitment to academic excellence, I’m excited to share details about the upcoming CMAS testing with you. I wanted to outline the purpose of these assessments, share important information about the schedule, and offer tips for preparing your child to do their best.
Purpose of Colorado CMAS Testing:
The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) assessments are an essential part of our efforts to evaluate student progress and ensure that our educational programs are meeting the needs of all students. These assessments are designed to measure students’ proficiency in various subjects, including English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, and Science. By participating in CMAS testing, we gain valuable insights into students’ academic strengths and areas where additional support may be needed. Additionally, CMAS results help us identify trends and make informed decisions to improve teaching and learning in our school.
Testing Schedule:
Tuesday 4/9/24, 9:15- 10:40 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Math
Wednesday 4/10/24, 9:15- 10:40 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Math
Thursday 4/11/24, 9:15- 10:40 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Math
Friday 4/12/24, 9:15- 11:05 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade ELA
Monday 4/15/24, 9:15- 11:05 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade ELA
Tuesday 4/16/24, 9:15- 11:05 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade ELA
Wednesday 4/17/24, 9:15- 10:55 5th Grade Science
Thursday 4/18/24, 9:15- 10:55 5th Grade Science
Friday 4/19/24, 9:15- 10:55 5th Grade Science
Tips for Preparation:
To help your child perform their best during CMAS testing, here are a few tips:
- Ensure your child gets plenty of rest the night before each testing session.
- Provide a nutritious breakfast on testing days to fuel their minds and bodies.
- Encourage your child to do their best and approach each question with confidence.
- Get your child to school on time every day of the testing window.
Opt-Out Procedures:
We understand that some families may have concerns about their child participating in CMAS testing. If you wish to opt your child out of the assessment, please email your request to [email protected] no later than Thursday, April 4. We respect each family’s decision regarding participation in state assessments and will ensure that alternative arrangements are made for students who opt out.
Importance of Attendance:
It is essential for all students to attend school regularly and on time, especially during the CMAS testing window. Our assessments will begin promptly at 9:15 in the morning. Consistent attendance ensures that students have the opportunity to complete all required assessments without needing to make them up during instructional time later in the day or week.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child’s education. If you have any questions or concerns about CMAS testing or any other aspect of your child’s academic journey, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
Amber Marsolek, EdD – Principal
Jennifer Dalby – Dean of Students
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, April 9: Alpine PTO Meeting 3:30pm-5:00pm
Tuesday, April 9-Thursday, April, 18: CMAS State Assessments for 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade
Wednesday, April 10: Community Night IHOP 4:00pm-10:00pm
Wednesday, April 24: Finding Gobi Author Visit
Thursday, April 25: Allegria Concert 6:00pm-7:00pm
Friday, April 26: No School
Monday, April 29: Upcoming Kindergarten Informational Night 6:00pm-7:00pm
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Community Night
Author Visit
District Art Show
St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show live at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 16-21
Please join us at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 16-21 for the public viewing of artworks from all grade levels and schools across the St. Vrain Valley. Different mediums will be featured including ceramics, digital art/photography, drawing, jewelry making, metalwork, mixed media, painting, and printmaking.
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Community Schools K-5 Registration for 2024-2025 Now open
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.
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Innovation Center Opportunities
We have several upcoming STEM learning opportunities at the Innovation Center for elementary students. We would love for you to share with your staff and families.
STEM Night and Student Design Guild
The STEM Night and Student Design Guild at the Innovation Center focuses on activities for preschool and elementary school-aged children and is scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024 from 4 pm to 7 pm. STEM Night will highlight different STEM activities for students, including learning what it’s like to participate in our many divisions: Aeronautics, Bioscience, Computer Science / Cybersecurity, Design and Virtual Reality, Entrepreneurship, Robotics, and Studio/Video Productions.
The Student Design Guild, hosted with the STEM Night events listed above, provides students with an opportunity to identify relevant problems and showcase their solutions to an authentic audience. Students can use the Design Thinking Process, the Scientific Method, the Engineering Process, or any other problem solving process to become deep thinkers about the world around them.
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Summer Opportunities at the IC
Over the summer we will have opportunities at the IC for students who have completed Kindergarten through high school. Most camps are one week in duration, but there is one two-week program, Innovation Academy, available to students currently in kindergarten, first or second grade who will be rising 1st, 2nd, & 3rd graders this summer. In addition, we have several other “Super STEM” camps for K-5 students. Please include in your upcoming parent and staff communications / newsletters the link to our website for summer programming. Registration for all summer camps will open March 1.
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