Coyote Creek News
News for the Week of Nov 23th - Nov 27th -Thanksgiving Break
Contact Us
Email: hbrown1@dcsdk12.org
Website: www.coyotecreekelem.com
Location: 2861 Baneberry Court, Littleton, CO, USA
Phone: 303-387-6175
Facebook: facebook.com/coyotecreekelem/
Twitter: @CCECoyote
"GRATITUDE"
Right now I am grateful for all of you! I've always believed that it takes a village to raise a child but this year more than ever, we need to work together as a team to help your child learn and grow. So thank you for all that you are going to do the next three weeks to help your child succeed. I will forever be grateful for all of the work that parents and students are putting into their at home learning- I know it is not always easy. Please reach out if you need help. We are here to help with anything you might need.
And I am thankful to have the teachers that we have in this building. All of our staff members are dedicated to your student's success and helping them continue to grow even when they aren't physically in the building.
We want your children in the building more than anything but also know that we need to do our part to help keep people safe. I am hopeful that with community effort and support, we can get back to school in January.
So this Thanksgiving, even more so than in years past, I ask you to focus on gratitude. Be thankful for quieter times at home with your children. Be thankful for the amazing community we have at CCE. Be thankful for the beautiful Colorado weather we have had this fall. Be thankful for whatever it is that you can think of to appreciate this year.
Many blessings-
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Amy Rahne
CCE PrincipalREMOTE LEARNING
PLANNING DAY FOR TEACHERS NOVEMBER 20TH ~ NO SCHOOL
Friday, November 20th will be a teacher work day (there will be no instruction for in-person/hybrid students).
Preschool Parent-Teacher Conferences
Don't forget that Preschool Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held today, Thursday, November 19th and tomorrow, Friday, November 20th. All conferences will be held virtually. Please check your emails for Google Meet invites and progress notes.
Ms. Cheryl
CCE Preschool teacher
ADOPT A FAMILY
In the past, our school has adopted numerous families in need for the holidays. This year we are continuing with this tradition, but doing it pandemic style :) As a school we are planning on helping out two families who are in need of everyday items (food, jackets, shoes, etc.), as well as a few wish list items. We are going to do all our purchasing through Walmart-E cards. If you'd like a little more information about our families, please email Jennifer Goodman jlgoodman@dcsdk12.org
Directions on donating:
1) Here is the link to the card- https://giftcards.walmart.com/ip/Basic-Blue-Walmart-eGift-Card/653984410 You can donate as little as $5.00, or as much as you want. All the money raised will go directly to our families based on their needs. All items will be purchased by the coordinator, Juli (she will be providing receipts)
2) The recipient of the gift card is Julianne Clay and you will need to provide her email J.Clay@dpcolo.org
3) Please put Coyote Creek Elementary in the "your message" box, to ensure our families get our donations.
4) Donations are due by December 4, 2020.
This year has been difficult for all of us, but I am hopeful that the gift of giving to those less fortunate will lift all of us up.
Thank you!
COFFEE & CONVERSATION
We will be available for both an afternoon and an evening time slot to accommodate as many varied schedules as possible.
Monday 12/7/20 --- 1:15-1:45 PM
Thursday 12/10/20 --- 6:30-7:00PM
Click here to register. We will send out the meeting link as we get closer to the date.
Debbie & AmyLIBRARY NEWS
your support. You may pick up the books you purchased on Tuesday, December 1st, or Wednesday, December 2nd from 9-3 at Coyote Creek. We will have a table set up inside the front door. If you have any questions, please call our office.
COUNSELING CORNER
This week I have been in almost every classroom to introduce or expand on what it means to be MINDFUL. Practicing mindful awareness can help us all reduce stress, manage big emotions, and improve focus. Start with taking a few slow, deep breaths and notice your heart rate slow and the intensity of your emotions soften. Our 1st and 2nd Grade classes made Breathing Sticks out of pipecleaners and beads and then practiced Breathing with Bulldog. Our older students learned that using various grounding techniques, involving all 5 senses can also calm the nervous system. Read this article and get a free printable to hang up at home!
Want to know more about mindfulness? Check out these resources and find more as I continue to add them to my website.
The Age of Distraction - Helping Kids Learn to Focus
School Counselor
(303) 387-6193
ADHD WEBINAR ~ STRATEGIES AND SUPPORT FOR ADHD & LD
Children with ADHD want to do well, but often lack the resources, confidence, and ongoing motivation to do so — and hybrid and online learning have only increased the challenges for them. Learn strategies to re-invigorate your child for the second half of this school year. Click HERE to access the ADHD Expert Webinar titled, "Mid-Year Motivation Guide: Help Your Child Persist with Hybrid or Online Learning".
Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVentures - Thanksgiving Break Camps
Stone Canyon will be offering two different programs over Thanksgiving break! Campers can either get creative in the kitchen with our culinary camp or experiment, create, and explore in our science camp. All of our Thanksgiving campers will get to participate in our adventure activities like the high ropes, zip line, and archery! Stone Canyon will provide lunch and a snack each day. Transportation to and from camp will not be included.
Click HERE to view the flyer with more information!
MAD SCIENCE ~ VIRTUAL COURSE THANKSGIVING BREAK
Save the Date - Full time Kindergarten Registration for 2020-2021
Please call the office with any questions!
303-387-6175
Yearbook Photos Needed
Longmont Dairy Milk Caps
Join CCE PTO and King Soopers for "Community Rewards"
When you enroll online to participate (it's free and easy) all King Soopers purchases you make when using your card or alternate identifications number will benefit CCE! Encourage family members to also participate!
Step 1 - Visit www.kingsoopers.com
Step 2 - Click on "Savings"
Step 3 - Click on "King Soopers Community Rewards"
Step 4 - Search for "Coyote Creek PTO" as the organization name, or you can enter our organization number "WX862"
Click ENROLL and you're all set to shop!
Coyote Creek Spirit Wear
A Look Ahead:
- November 19:- Last night for Ice Cream Night from 4-10pm at Cold Stone Creamery at Town Center
- November 19: The last day of in-person learning for DCSD elementary schools
- November 20: No School ~ Teacher Planning Day
- November 23-27: - No School - Happy Thanksgiving!
- November 30: First day of remote learning
- November 30-December 11: - Virtual Holiday Shop
- December 1-December 4:- 2021-2022 Kindergarten Registration
- December 7: - CCE Restaurant Night - Chipotle
- December 18 -January 4: - Winter Break
- January 5: - Return to School
CCE Spirit Rock
"Rent the Rock" to recognize a student's birthday, show school spirit, thank or recognize teachers or staff members, congratulatory events, etc. It is a great way to spread positive messages and increase excitement in our community! Spots are open to "Rent the Rock" Sign up now to reserve it!
NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE:
In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, the Douglas County School District RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law.
Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public.
The School District’s Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator to address complaints alleging sexual harassment under Title IX is Ted Knight, Assistant Superintendent, 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, complianceofficer@dcsdk12.org, 303-387-0067.
Complaints regarding violations of Title VI, (race, national origin), Title IX (sex, gender), Section 504/ADA (handicap or disability), may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 303 E. 17th Ave., Suite 510, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1050, Denver, CO 80202.