2/23/24 Raccoon News
Love on the Rocks!
What's Happening?
Monday, February 26th (Rotation 2)
Lunch Choices: Beef Hot Dog, Italian Trio or Yogurt Meal
Tuesday, February 27th (Rotation 3) SPRING PICTURE DAY!
Lunch Choices: Mac & Cheese or Turkey Barbacoa Nachos
Spanish Club
Taekwondo
Peer Mentors
Wednesday, February 28th (Rotation 3)
Lunch choices: Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza or Turkey Sandwich
Art Club
Chick-Fil-A Give back night
Thursday, February 29th ( Rotation 3)
Lunch choices: Chicken or Vegetarian Alfredo Pasta or Chicken Caesar Salad
Taekwondo
Student Council
Friday, March 1st ( Rotation 1)
Kindergarten Field Trip to Gingerbread Man
Lunch choices: Pork Sandwich or Twisted cheese breadsticks
Coding Club
What are Rotations? Rotations specify Art, Music and PE (AMP) class rotations. Check out the whole year here: Art Music PE Rotation Calendar (How can you tell, A or B? Great for printing)
Notes from the Office
YES, we want to hear from YOU! LAST DAY to get your Family Survey In: Family Feedback Surveys ends today, Friday, 2/23/24. Our school goal is 75% and 25% of RR families have responded. We want to hear from YOU! If you haven't already completed this quick survey, click HERE to take it in several languages. Access the drop down menu in the upper left hand corner to change language. Learn more about surveys here--you can see links for other languages, and student questions can be viewed here. We discuss survey results in our monthly SAC meetings.
SPACE! Our special guest is rescheduled in March! NASA talking to kids! Stay tuned for pictures! March 1, 4, and 14!
Lost and Found is OVERFLOWING: If you are missing something, chances are it's in our Lost and Found! Stop by before or after school to rummage through the "goods." We have lovely water bottles, coats, hats, gloves, jewelry and more! Lost and found is on display in the lobby, with overflow in the cafeteria. Students may also access both locations during the school day.
Calendar Highlights:
Feb 27: Picture Day
Feb 28: Chick-fil-A PTA Give Back Night
Feb 29: Spirit Day
Mar 1: Report Cards Sent Home, SPACE presentation in the gym
Mar 2: 52eighty Distilling PTA Give Back Night
Mar 4: Girls on the Run Club Commences, SPACE presentation in the gym
Mar 6: Family Trivia Game Night
Mar 12: SAC Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Mar 14: SPACE presentation in the gym
Mar 18 - 22: NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
Mar 25: NO SCHOOL/ Non-Contact Day
Thank You to Our Morning Musicians!
Last Call! Help our kids help kids! Our Student Council "Light the Night" fundraiser aka "Red Rocks Shares," supporting the invaluable research efforts of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society iS ENDING SOON! This tradition has been a cornerstone of our school culture for years, and now it's our collective opportunity to shine bright and make a tangible impact. You can view the launch video here.
When: Ends Today!
Why: Formerly known as "Pennies for Patients," this event has been a cherished tradition at Red Rocks' Student Council for many years.
How: Each classroom has its own unique donation link, which you can find here. Feel free to share your class's link with friends and family!
We firmly believe in the power of our school community to effect positive change. Let's illuminate the night with hope and compassion, together!
Join us at Summit Jeffco: Empowering Red Rocks Families for Student Success!
We encourage you to attend this event that promises to empower and equip you with valuable insights to support your student's educational journey. Join us at Summit Jeffco hosted by Jeffco Public Schools on Saturday, March 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Summit Ridge Middle School.
Summit Jeffco is a unique gathering where families can connect with district and school staff, as well as experts in various fields, to explore important topics that impact our students. Discover how you can play an active role in improving your student's educational experience and foster their growth.
Summit Jeffco Event Details:
Date: Saturday, Mar 2, 2024
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Summit Ridge Middle School
We believe that strong collaboration between home and school is essential for our students' success. Summit Jeffco provides the perfect platform to strengthen this partnership and embark on a journey towards educational excellence.
Don't miss out on this opportunity as we partner to help students thrive! We look forward to seeing you there!
Notes from the PTA
Yearbook Cover Art Winners!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the yearbook cover art contest. We received some amazing entries and all will be published on the back of the yearbook. Congratulations to our winners below!
2nd Place
Eleanor Carr (4th Grade)
1st Place
Millie Elders Cerbin (5th Grade)
3rd Place
Braelyn Becker (4th Grade)
Time to Order Yearbooks!
Be sure to order your yearbook and create your custom pages at www.treering.com/validate (our school’s passcode is 1014478012413322). The deadline for custom pages is APRIL 26th at 11:59 p.m. Custom pages are a great way to remember your child's writing projects, artwork and family photos from the school year - don't miss out!
Art Club Has Openings!
We Need Your Help!
Red Rocks Elementary PTA's Board consists of its Officers and Committee Chairs. All of our Officer positions (President, VP, Secretary and Treasurer) are up for election (1 Year Terms) and will be voted on at our March General meeting. Committee Chairs will be voted on in May along with the 24-25 Budget.
While some members of our PTA board are returning, we have several board members who are “graduating” with their children or stepping back from their current roles. Please consider joining our Board as we would love to work with you and bring your ideas to our school. In order to continue offering all that our PTA does, these Officer positions and Committees must be filled each and every year. It truly takes a village to run our incredible volunteer PTA.
Help us continue all the incredible work of our PTA by joining our Board. Please see the Google Form for more information on these rewarding opportunities.
Girls on the Run Club - SPACE AVAILABLE!
Girls on the Run is coming back for 3rd - 5th grade girls! Girls on the Run is ready to help girls thrive and shine. Girls on the Run will meet Mondays and Wednesdays 2:40 - 4:00, March 4 - May 15, culminating with the Colfax 5K on May 18. Open to all 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade girls, registration is open at: www.girlsontherunrockies.org. Questions, or want to help coach? Contact sonyakashiwa@gmail.com
Family Trivia Night- March 6, 2024
Come get to know fellow Red Rocks Families while we play a family friendly game of trivia. Come hungry, Hot Dogs, Popcorn, cookies, and drinks will be provided .
Admission is $5/person with a $20 max per family. Register HERE. Admission is free with a paid PTA membership, check your email for details.
If your family would like to attend and is requesting financial assistance in order to do so, please complete the following Google Form no later than March 2nd. https://forms.gle/y8ZPYwLJBB6SwtXo8
Please reach out to redrockspta@gmail.com if you have any questions or concerns.
Silent Auction Items Needed!
Every other year, Red Rocks PTA hosts a live auction and gala. This is our ‘off’ year, but we still love to raise money for our school! May 3rd is the annual Red Rocks Elementary Carnival and will be having a scaled-down silent auction in the school gym. If you own a business, vacation home, or have an amazing skill to share with our community, we would love your donation! All donations are tax deductible and go to an amazing cause. Please reach out to either Alex Steffen (aksteff@gmail.com) or Colleen Burgin (henrycolleenc@gmail.com) with questions, donations or if you would like to be on the committee!
Club Registration at Red Rocks
- Taekwondo with CTI for grades K-5 is held Tuesday/Thursday in the gym during the school year. Please call 303.989.7542 or email moosulkwan@coloradotaekwondo.com for more information and to receive the required registration paperwork. Link to flier HERE
- Girls on the Run open for 3rd - 5th grade girls! Girls on the Run is ready to help girls thrive and shine. Girls on the Run will meet Mondays and Wednesdays 2:40 - 4:00, March 4 - May 15, culminating with the Colfax 5K on May 18. Registration now open at: www.girlsontherunrockies.org. Questions, or want to help coach? Contact sonyakashiwa@gmail.com
Print and Post - Calendar
School and PTA Helpful Links
School Contact Info
ATTENDANCE PHONE: 303-982-8060 - Please call if your child will be late or out of school.
Website: https://redrocks.jeffcopublicschools.org
Location: 17199 CO-74, Morrison, CO 80465, USA
Phone: (303) 982-8063
Family Calendar Link
Red Rocks Drop Off/Pick Up VIDEO // Password RRE
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedRocksRaccoons
Twitter: @redrocks_es
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redrocks_es/
UPLOAD your photos to our Google Photos Album here to share with other families!
PTA Contact Info
Email: redrockspta@gmail.com
Website: https://redrockspta.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/redrockspta