Alpine Inquirer – 4/17/26


Upcoming Events

Monday, April 27: No School

Wednesday, April 29: 5th Grade Field Day at Longmont High School

Friday, May 1: Alpine Music Festival 5:00pm-7:00pm(see schedule below)

Wednesday, May 6: Late Start school starts at 11:25am

Monday, May 18: 5th Grade Alpine IB Exhibition Presentation 10:20am-11:20am & 1:30pm & 2:30pm

Tuesday, May 19: 5th Grade Continuation 5:30pm-6:00pm

Thursday, May 21: Last Day of School


Alpine Elementary Classroom Placement Questionnaire for 26-27 School Year

Dear Alpine Families,

We invite you to take a minute to fill out your child’s class placement survey, indicating your plans for the 2026-2027 school year. We will work to consider all requests. If you have any questions or would like to discuss anything further, please don’t hesitate to call the office. Teachers will begin forming class lists once the survey closes on April 20th.

Current Kindergarteners – Alpine Elementary Classroom Placement Questionnaire

Current First Graders – Alpine Elementary Classroom Placement Questionnaire

Current Second Graders – Alpine Elementary Classroom Placement Questionnaire

Current Third Graders – Alpine Elementary Classroom Placement Questionnaire

Current Fourth Graders – Alpine Elementary Classroom Placement Questionnaire

Cuestionario para la Colocación 2026-2027 (Español)


Teacher Appreciation Week

Colorful rainbow with clouds, promoting Teacher Appreciation Week, expressing gratitude for teachers and staff.

Hello Alpine Families! Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up on May 4th-8th and the theme is “We Are Over the Rainbow Grateful for Teachers and Staff Like You.” Each day will have a different color theme.

To celebrate our teachers, we are asking families to sign up to bring in orange snacks and drinks on Tuesday, May 5th. Please have all items in the teacher’s lounge by 9:00AM the morning of May 5th. Thank you for your help celebrating our Alpine staff and teachers’ hard work this year! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0548A4AB2AA6F85-62880120-teacher


Updates from Mrs. Appel about Alegria choir:

Important Calendar Updates

  • Rehearsals: Choir has resumed its regular schedule on Thursdays. Our final rehearsal of the season will be Thursday, May 7th.
  • April 23rd Concert: Please be advised that the choir concert previously scheduled for April 23rd has been cancelled.

Upcoming Performances (Allegria)

  • Alpine Music Festival (May 1st): Allegria will perform at 6:45 PM, immediately following the 5th-grade performance.
  • Skyline Music Festival (May 9th): Allegria is scheduled to perform at this event. I am currently awaiting the exact time slot and will share that information as soon as it is confirmed.

Alpine Music Festival

You’re Invited: Alpine Annual School Music Festival!

Get ready for an evening of melody, community, and outdoor fun. We are so excited to showcase the hard work of our talented students at this year’s casual spring celebration!

Event Details

When: Friday, May 1st

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Where: Alpine Back Playground (Weather permitting)

Food & Fun

We’re turning the playground into a giant community picnic!

Food Trucks: A variety of delicious options will be available for purchase between 5:00 and 7:00. Grab food before, during or after the singing.

What to Bring: Please bring your own lawn chairs and picnic blankets to get comfortable on the playground or grass.

What to Wear: To help our performers stand out, we ask that students wear:

Their pink Alpine T-Shirt

OR a plain black or white T-shirt

Performance & Dismissal Schedule

Each grade level will perform two songs. To keep things running smoothly, students must meet their teachers in the woodchip area (by the big swings) 10 minutes before their scheduled time.

Grade Level Performance Time

Kindergarten – 5:15 PM

First Grade – 5:30 PM

Second Grade – 5:45 PM

Third Grade – 6:00 PM

Fourth Grade – 6:15 PM

Fifth Grade – 6:30 PM

Allegria – 6:45 PM

After their performance, students will be dismissed directly from the risers to their parents, one class at a time. Please wait near the performance area to collect your child before heading back to your picnic spot!

Parking & Transportation

Parking will be limited for this event. To ensure everyone arrives safely and on time:

We highly encourage families to walk or carpool if possible.

Please avoid parking in private pull-offs on Alpine Street to remain respectful of our neighbors.

This is a casual, high-energy event designed to bring our school families together. We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of great music and good company!


Community Buy Nothing Share Event


ALPINE ELEMENTARY
Cupboard & Winter Gear

Four cartoon bears in winter attire smile and hold mugs and a bag of vegetables, with "Alpine Cupboard & Closet" text.

We are so excited the Alpine Cupboard & Closet is now open, a new resource designed to be a permanent staple for our school community. Whether you are in need of support or looking to give back, our doors are open! We stock non-perishable food items, hygiene products, baby wipes, formula, and essential winter wear. Our motto is simple: Take what you need, share what you can.

We invite everyone to stop by, take a look, and see what we have to offer. You can find us located in the portables on the south side of the building.

Hours of Operation:

  • Mondays & Wednesdays: 8:30–9:00 AM and 3:30–4:00 PM (during drop-off/pick-up).
  • By Appointment: Access is available anytime you need it! Just call the front office at 720-652-8140 to schedule a private visit.

For more information or to submit a specific item request, please email us at alpinecupboardandcloset@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

A collection of food and hygiene items organized on shelves and tables, including canned goods, cereals, and toiletries.

PTO News

Collection box for milk caps decorated like a cow, with text about earning 5 cents per cap at Longmont Dairy Farm.

Alpine PTO Meeting Notes

We understand that not everyone can make it to the PTO Meetings. Please see the meeting summary linked below. Alpine’s PTO is committed to having family involvement. We would love to have families from preschool-5th grade represented! If you would like to help in different ways this year please email aepto.longmont@gmail.com.


District News

District Wide Art Show

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites the community to its annual Art Show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 14-19, featuring artwork from students of all grade levels across the district. The event is free and open to the public, with viewing hours Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will also be a special Artists’ Night Open House on Thursday, April 16 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Join us in celebrating students’ creativity through ceramics, digital art, drawing, jewelry, metalwork, mixed media, painting, and printmaking.

Poster for "Unframed Student Art Show" at Boulder County Fairgrounds, featuring event details and student artwork displays.

Week of the Young Child – Upcoming Events for Families

Developmental Screenings – April 10, 8:00am-5:00pm at the ECE Office

The Early Childhood Education Department is offering free developmental screenings for children ages 2–5 on April 10 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Early Childhood Education Office in Longmont. Families will meet with early childhood specialists while children participate in fun activities that support a simple screening designed to help identify early learning needs and connect families with helpful resources. Walk-ins are welcome, though families are encouraged to sign up in advance to support planning. Sign Up Here

Ready, Set, Let’s Grow Family Resource Fair – April 16, 4:00-6:00pm at the Innovation Center


Community Schools

Newsletter from Lion's Den highlights eco-friendly activities, including a bulletin board garden and upcoming recycling projects.


Community Schools Care Options Information

Full Day Care Options with St. Vrain

Thank you for your continued partnership as we remain dedicated to delivering exceptional care and enriching learning experiences for your students.

Infant & Toddler Options

We’re excited to bring a new childcare opportunity to our St. Vrain families. This coming year we are offering Infant and Toddler care. Registration is open now for the following programs:

St. Vrain’s Department of Early Childhood Education invites families to a fun-filled Family Resource Fair celebrating the Week of the Young Child. Families with young children are invited to enjoy hands-on activities, explore local programs, and connect with community resources on Thursday, April 16 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the St. Vrain Innovation Center, 33 Quail Road, Longmont. Learn More.

To maintain proper staff-to-child ratios, all registrants will be waitlisted. A manager will contact you to discuss care options, answer questions and assist with next steps.

Wraparound/Early Child Care Options for 3, 4 & 5 Years

For many children, especially three to four-year-olds who may not yet be ready for a formal preschool schedule, early childcare provides a nurturing bridge between home and school. Our programs focus on building confidence, social skills, and independence while engaging children in activities that spark curiosity and creativity. We are expanding our options to include another care option for 3, 4 & 5 year olds.

SVVSD K-5 Care

We are excited to offer care to our elementary students at the following schools. Registration is a two-step process. In order to ensure we don’t overload the enrollment system, we stagger the enrollment open times. We have listed below the open times for our current care families so you can get a jump on the process.

Alpine Elementary

Registration Tips

Families are first required to register their child through RevTrak, the online platform Community Schools uses, at ​​stvrain.revtrak.net. After completing the registration, families must log into the system to individually select their anticipated days of care using the calendar feature. Families are encouraged to register early and select their anticipated days of care immediately. Families can always deselect days at a later date.

  • Parents can click the school name above to go directly to its enrollment page.
  • or go to stvrain.revtrak.net and choose your child’s home school and then follow the prompts to the CS: Enrichment & Child Care Registration page.

The RevTrak system works best from a desktop computer using either a Firefox or Chrome browser. It does not work well with mobile phones. Families will be asked to submit the following information online and should prepare accordingly:

  • Parent(s) Driver’s License
  • Child’s Emergency Contact Information (at least two individuals that are not parents/guardians)
  • Child’s Primary Doctor, Dentist, and Preferred Hospital Information (including phone numbers and addresses)
  • Child’s Individual Health and Educational Information
  • All students must be attending the school where care is offered with the exception of Northridge, Sanborn and Timberline

For questions or registration support, please reach out to the onsite Community Schools manager at your child’s school. We look forward to our ongoing partnership as we prepare for a successful 2026-2027 school year.


988 Colorado Mental Health Line

A serene nature scene with text promoting the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line for 24/7 emotional support.

A new state law requires schools to share information about the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line. The service provides free, confidential support 24/7 from trained specialists through calls, texts, or live chats. Families can learn more by visiting 988Colorado.com.


Alpine Store

Alpine Elementary School fans!

Our School Spirit Store is open with all new apparel and accessories. From t-shirts and hoodies to hats and backpacks, we have everything you need to represent our school in style.

Click here to access Alpine Sideline Store



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