Burro Blast!
September 2021
Principal's Corner
Counselor's Corner
The communities served by the Fairplay schools are very rural and therefore, we typically do not have as many services available to our students and families as you would find in larger towns or cities. We do however, have some, and would like to connect you to those that do exist. Please complete the survey so we can connect your family with the appropriate resources.
Community Resources for Families Survey: https://forms.gle/fqrLpNbWPVK1CARy8
Coming Up:
Colorado Western Slope College Fair - October 3, 2021 - 10 am
The 17th annual Colorado Western Slope College Fair is free for students & families and now virtual for 2021. This interactive college planning event is geared for 9-12th grade students and families. Registration for students opening soon! https://www.cwscollegeoutreach.org/about-1 -
Notes From The Nurse
As you know, each student must have a current vaccine record or a current vaccine exemption on file in the school. The CDPHE changed their requirements for vaccine exemptions starting this year. To review their instructions on how to meet those requirements, click on the link below.
https://cdphe.colorado.gov/vaccine-exemptions
After Sept. 23, your student will be excluded from attending school until all required vaccinations have been updated or the approved exemption information has been turned in to
the school nurse, Laurie Meeker RN.
Important Upcoming Testing/Assessment Dates and Information
More Refrigerator Worthy Calendar Information
Wednesday, September 15 @ 2:00 PM
High School Athletics:
Volleyball:
Friday, September 17: Crested Butte @ Home -1:00 PM
Thursday, September 23: Cotopaxi @ Home - 5:00 PM
Saturday, September 25: Tri-Meet vs Custer & Peaks Christian @ Custer - 9:00 AM
Football:
Saturday, September 18: Mancos @ Sargent - 1:00 PM
Saturday, September 25: Front Range @ Littleton - 1:00 PM
Middle School Athletics:
Volleyball:
Friday, September 17: Cotopaxi @ Cotopaxi - 10:00 AM
Friday, September 24: Cripple Creek @ Home - 10:00 AM
Football:
Thursday, September 16: Sargent @ Sargent - 5:00 PM
Friday, September 24: Custer @ Home - 1:00 PM
Early Release Schedule 2021-2022
Bad Weather/Late Start Schedule 2021-2022
Cafeteria News
Park County School District RE 2 Schools (Edith Teter Elementary, South Park Middle School, South Park High School) will provide breakfast and lunch to all students free of charge, regardless of the child’s free or reduced-price meal benefit status.
We are asking that each family take a moment and complete the Household Application for Free and Reduced-Priced School Meals form. By submitting household income information via the school meal application the district is able to help families receive additional school funding, qualify for grants and additional nutrition programs. Your assistance in completing and submitting the free and reduced-price application is greatly appreciated.
https://www.parkcountyre2.org/en-US/food-services-9fdb8884
Christine J Thompson
Food Service Director
South Park School's Foundation
Register now for this super fun event! Spots are running out! Proceeds from the tournament benefit our athletic complex. We have nearly completed the baseball field, and the next phases will include a soccer field, followed by a basketball court, tennis court, playground and fitness court with a walking track encompassing the entire facility. Even if you don't play, please come and support the event. There will be food, adult and children's beverages, music and fun! Walk-ups will be accepted up until 10:00, if the bracket is not already filled.
Youth Suicide Prevention and Awareness Parent Meeting: October 27 from 6-7:30 PM
CALLING ALL PARENTS!!!!!!!!!
The Behavioral Health Team at Park County School District will be hosting
a series of three Parent Educational Support Nights during the school year.
Snacks and childcare for elementary age children will be provided.
Fall Presentation: Youth Suicide Prevention. October 27th. Presented by Sarah Youngren - more information in the next Burro Blast.
Winter: When Your Child is Bullied, Date TBD.
Spring: Effects of Substance Use on Youth. Date: TBD
Stay tuned for more information on future parent information meetings.
All presentations will be held in the Multi Purpose room for social distancing, and currently masks are required for all adults within the school building.
Meals and childcare for children K-12 will be provided.
First Annual Bust Your Burro Dash
Also, we want to give a special thank you to the Town of Fairplay and to all our our community sponsors who made The Bust Your Burro Dash possible.
SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
Gold Sponsors:
Pather's
Java Moose
Al-Mart
Eagle Rock Ranch
South Park ACE
The Hand Hotel
Salado
Silver Sponsors:
Main Street Garage
Performance Tours
Bronze Sponsors:
The Esparza Family