Alpine Inquirer – 10/13/23



Dear Alpine Families,

Get ready for some ghostly fun at Alpine Elementary this Halloween! We’re thrilled to announce that our annual Halloween promenade and classroom parties are just around the corner on Tuesday, October 31st.

Promenade Details:
The promenade will take place outside, circling the school building, and it kicks off at 2:50 PM, right after the classroom parties. Families, you’re invited to join the festivities as well! It’s going to be a howling good time, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.

Classroom Parties:
Our dedicated classroom teachers will be in touch with you to provide all the details about the classroom parties. We kindly request that the parties focus on enjoyable activities and skip the treats. With all the Halloween candy in store, your little goblins will have their sweet tooth satisfied.

Costume Guidelines:
To ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween celebration, please keep these costume guidelines in mind:

Change at School: Students should bring their costumes to school and change into them immediately before the party and promenade.

No Weapons, Fake Blood, or Masks: For safety reasons, we kindly ask that costumes do not include weapons, fake blood, or masks.

Minimal Face Paint/Makeup: While we encourage fun and creative face paint or makeup, please refrain from full-face paint to ensure visibility and comfort.

We are eagerly anticipating a spooktacular time this Halloween, and we hope to see you there. Let’s make it a memorable day filled with laughter, creativity, and lots of Halloween spirit! 🎃👻🕷️

Library Oasis: At Alpine Elementary, we also understand that not all our students celebrate Halloween, and we want everyone to feel included and have a great time. Therefore, we’re excited to announce a special alternative activity in the library for those who prefer not to participate in Halloween festivities. Our library will transform into a haven of creativity and learning, providing a peaceful and enjoyable experience for students who choose not to partake in Halloween. We’ll have a selection of engaging books, puzzles, and STEM activities to keep our young learners entertained and inspired throughout the afternoon.

Gratefully,

Amber Marsolek, Principal

Jennifer Dalby, Dean of Students


Upcoming Events

Friday, October 13: No School

Monday, October 16: No School

Tuesday, October 17: PTO Meeting, Alpine Library 3:30pm-5:00pm

Monday, October 23: Alpine Cafecito 5:00pm-6:00pm

Tuesday, October 24: PTO Meeting, Alpine Library 3:30pm-5:00pm

Friday, October 27: Monster Mash 6:00pm-7:30pm

Tuesday, October 31: Alpine Promenade Parade (Pre-K – 5th) 3:00pm

Wednesday, November 1: Late Start – School starts at 11:25am

Wednesday, November 1: Principal Coffee Talk 3:40pm-4:25pm

Sunday, November 5: Daylight Savings


VETERAN’S DAY CELEBRATION

Alpine will be having its first Veteran’s Day Celebration on Friday, November 10th! There will be more details to come about time and the schedule of events, and in the meantime, we need your help!

The school will be creating a “Wall of Honor” for Veterans throughout the next month. There is a template being sent home in Thursday Folder that you and your student can fill out and return at any time to the office or to me. Please feel free to fill out more than one. Click here for a copy.

If you would like to include a family member or loved one on our “Wall of Honor” you can also digitally send the following information and a picture to:

[email protected]


PTO News


Volunteer Opportunities

Hi Alpine Parents:

We hope you are doing well, and while it’s been nice having a couple of weeks off from PTO meetings we’re looking forward to seeing you again the next two weeks on 10/17 and 10/24. 

Here are a couple of opportunities for you to volunteer with PTO: 

1. Monster Mash/Sock Hop on 10/27 (organized by AE PTO)

2. Thanksgiving Luncheon on 11/9 (organized by Lisa Haley, AES Kitchen Manager)

If you have any questions, please let us know.

[email protected]

Hola Padres Alpinos: 

Esperamos que le vaya bien y, si bien ha sido agradable tener un par de semanas libres de las reuniones del PTO, esperamos verlo nuevamente las próximas dos semanas, el 17 y 24 de octubre. 

Aquí hay un par de oportunidades para que usted sea voluntario en el PTO:

1. Monster Mash/Sock Hop el 27 de Octubre (organizado por AE PTO) 

2. Almuerzo de Acción de Gracias el 9 de noviembre (organizado por Lisa Haley, gerente de cocina de AES) 

Si tiene alguna duda, por favor póngase en contacto con nosotros. 

[email protected]


Colorado Rapids

CO Rapids game 10/21. For those who raised $100 for the FUNDRun you can use your buy one adult ticket and get a children’s ticket free coupon given in your prize envelope. If you want to invite more friends and family to join in the fun please check out the flyer and use the QR code to buy your tickets. $5 goes back to the PTO for every ticket sold.


Donations Needed for Silent Auction Basket

We need your help. Each SVVSD school is responsible for contributing a basket to be auctioned off at a charity gala. This year Alpine’s basket theme is “Gourmet Brunch”. Please consider donating a small item, by Tuesday, October 24, to contribute to our basket. We are looking for items like the following.

  • A pound of gourmet coffee
  • A tin of fancy tea
  • Yummy jams and jellies
  • Granola
  • Oatmeal
  • A tea towel
  • Gourmet syrups
  • Pancake/waffle mix
  • Cookbook
  • Other creative ideas

The St. Vrain Valley Gala is the signature event that benefits St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation. This annual event brings together business and community partners to raise funds in support of students and teachers in St. Vrain Valley Schools.


Community Event


Neighborhood Request

Please avoid parking in the neighborhood pullouts in front of houses on Alpine St. These pullouts are private property, and it is important to respect our school neighbors.

Our neighbors thank you.


District News:

St. Vrain is Hiring: Visit Our Support Staff Job Fair, Oct. 16

Individuals passionate about education who desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students are invited to attend the district’s upcoming job fair on Monday, October 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Main Street School, 820 Main St., Longmont. Explore a wide range of career opportunities in education including roles such as paraprofessionals, custodians, transportation staff, clerical and department support, maintenance, nutrition services, and childcare. Connect with St. Vrain leaders, discover job openings, and explore comprehensive employee benefits while kickstarting a fulfilling career in St. Vrain Valley Schools.
Learn more >>


Code of Conduct

Dear Alpine students and families,

Thank you for your partnership and supporting the academic growth, safety, and well-being of our students. Every year, St. Vrain Valley Schools prints an up-to-date version of the Code of Conduct for students and families to review. This important document guides students and school staff on what expectations for school conduct and the consequences for behaviors that fall outside of those expectations. It is important that families review this information every year and acknowledge their receipt and understanding of this document. 

To this end, please click here to access an electronic version of the Code of Conduct for the current school year. After you have reviewed this information, all families must sign an electronic acknowledgement that they have received, read, and understand the information contained, including the Annual Notification to Parents/Guardians; Behavioral Code of Conduct; Rights and Responsibilities of Students and Parents; and Board of Education Policies book. To sign your electronic acknowledgement, please follow the steps described here. Again, thank you for your continued partnership and support. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at 720-652-8140


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