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• April 27th – NO SCHOOL
• May 1st – 5th Grade Field Day @ Fredrick High School
• May 4th – May 8th – Staff Appreciation Week
• May 5th – Choir Night at the Rockies Game
• May 6th – Late start. School Starts at 11:30am
• May 6th & 7th – Book Swap 3:45 -5:30pm
• May 11th – Highlands Music Fest
• May 15th – All School Field Day
• May 21st – Last Day of School/School Picnic

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Dear Families,

As we celebrate the 2025–2026 school year, we are excited to invite you to our End-of-Year Picnic! The picnic will take place on Thursday, May 21st, from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM. During this time, classes will gather outside on the field in designated areas marked by signage indicating grade levels.

To help the day run smoothly, please review the following important details:

• Lunch Options: Students may bring a lunch from home or receive a cold lunch from the cafeteria. Please do not order food deliveries (e.g., DoorDash). We are unable to manage outside deliveries during the picnic as we want to focus our time and attention on supporting students and families throughout the event.
• Parent Attendance: While parent attendance is not required, we would absolutely LOVE to have you join us! If attending, please bring lunch for yourself and any siblings who may be accompanying you. Parents do not need to sign in at the front office and should head straight to the field to enjoy the picnic.
• After the Picnic: The event will end promptly at 12:30 PM. Students who are not being checked out will return to their classrooms and remain at school until dismissal at 3:30 PM.
• Early Checkout: Parents will have the option to check out their student(s). To check out, please be sure to sign out your student with their teacher at the beginning of the picnic. Once you have checked out your student, they are under your care for the remainder of the event.
• Pickup Plans: To ensure student safety and help us plan effectively, please indicate whether your child will be:

             a) Going home with you (please see our check out procedures above). 

             b) Going home with another family (see our check out procedures above). 

             c) Staying at school until regular dismissal time. 

• Medication Pickup – If you have medications that need to be picked up, Ms. Larson will be available to sign these out to you in the in the Cafeteria. You can enter through door 10. 
• No Animals on Campus please
• Please note that the playgound is off limits during the picnic to maintain student safety.

Please complete the End-of-Year Picnic Form to share your plans with us.

ONLY ONE FORM IS NEEDED PER FAMILY. This will help us make the event safe and enjoyable for everyone.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the school office or your child’s teacher.

Please note: Preschool families will receive a separate communication regarding their end of year celebration.

Thank you for your support, and we look forward to celebrating with you!

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Our 5th Annual Highlands Music Fest is fast approaching!  All students in grades K-5 are performing in this fun event.  Please read the attached document for more info!

MUSIC FEST

The 4th and 5th grade Highlands Choir has once again been invited to sing the National Anthem on the field at a Colorado Rockies game!  Our performance will be on Tuesday May 5th (night before the May Late Start!) vs. the NY Mets.  Come out and enjoy a night with our wonderful Highlands community and cheer on our 4th and 5th grade choir!  Please see the attached doc for ticket info.

CHOIR NIGHT AT THE ROCKIES GAME

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Design Thinking Challenge

This spring, Highlands students will participate in another school-wide Design Thinking Challenge! Students will use creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills to design and build catapults to launch objects.

We are collecting donations of the following materials:

• Wooden dowels or spools
• Styrofoam
• Tape (masking, duct, scotch, etc.)
• Thin wire
• Egg cartons
• Clothes pins
• Plastic cups
• Plastic spoons
• Plastic bottles
• Cork
• Water bottle caps
• Cardboard
• Paper towel and/or toilet paper rolls
• String
• Straws
• Rubber bands

If you are able to donate any items, please send them to school with your child or drop them off at the front office by April 24th. Thank you for your support in helping our young innovators learn through hands-on exploration!

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Are You Returning to Highlands for the 2026-2027 School Year?

In order for us to get a more accurate count for classes next year, we would like to know if your family is returning to Highlands next year. You do not need to include current 5th graders who will be moving to 6th grade. Please fill out one form per family!

Are You Returning to Highlands in 2026-2027?

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Community Schools News

St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Community Schools program is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year. High-quality care options are available for children from birth through fifth grade, with nurturing environments and developmentally appropriate experiences that support early learning, social growth, and a strong foundation for future success. Programs are available at different schools across the district, with flexible schedule options to meet your family’s needs.

Learn More

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Yearbook Updates

Yearbook sales have closed for school delivery.

If you missed the deadline to order, you may still order online. However, they will not ship with the group shipment to the school and will be shipped directly to family homes with extra shipping and production costs and the books are priced around $49.00 each (priced by entourage). You can expect them to arrive in June.

Buy Your Student’s Yearbook Today

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Please click below to read the PTO newsletter:

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2026-2027 Registration Information

Visit https://svvsd.org/schools/enrollment/ for more details and registration information.
2026 – 2027 Preschool Registration

2026-2027 Preschool Registration

Visit svvsd.org/preschool for more details and registration information

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Attendance

SVVSD Attendance Best Practices:  

Students should have no more than 10 excused absences per year. Missing 10% or more of school days of school this year (excused or unexcused) counts aschronic absenteeism.

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Student Fees & Payments

You can pay school fees through either Revtrak or Infinite Campus.

• Revtrak: For field trips, class shirts, and special classroom supplies (like music recorders).
• Infinite Campus: For materials fees, iPad insurance, and preschool tuition.

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STEM Night: “May the 4th Be With You”

Families are invited to attend a fun, hands-on STEM Night hosted by the St. Vrain Valley Schools Innovation Center.

Date: Monday, May 4
Time: 4:30–6:30 PM
Location: St. Vrain Valley Schools Innovation Center

This event is open to all students and families and will feature interactive STEM activities including:

• Preschool Makerspace
• K–8 Tinker Time
• Opportunities to explore the Innovation Center focus areas
• Student Design Guild
• Cardboard Carnival Games

Students can also choose to create and submit a design for the Cardboard Carnival or participate in the Student Design Guild challenge. Participants are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite Star Wars or space-themed attire.

Design submissions can be dropped off at the Innovation Center (33 Quail Rd):

• Friday, May 1 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Monday, May 4 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Come explore, build, and create while celebrating STEM in a galaxy-themed evening of innovation and fun!

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Silver Creek Girls Basketball Clinic

The Silver Creek High School Girls Basketball program will be hosting a Youth Basketball Clinic this summer at Silver Creek High School.

The clinic will take place June 1–4 from 5:30–7:30 PM and is open to incoming 4th–8th grade students for the 2026–27 school year. Participants will work on fundamental basketball skills, drills, and games in a fun and supportive environment. The clinic is open to players of all skill levels, including those who are new to basketball.

Elementary students (incoming 4th–5th graders) will participate in the small gym, while middle school students (incoming 6th–8th graders) will participate in the large gym.

Registration is open April 6 through May 16. The cost is $80 per player, which includes a clinic T-shirt and fun camp prizes.

Families can scan the QR code on the flyer to register by May 16.

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Take the First Step Toward College Savings with 529 Jump!

We are thrilled to share that all St. Vrain Valley students in preschool through 5th grade are eligible for a $100 scholarship through the 529 Jump program! This St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation program, in partnership with the City of Longmont, is designed to help families start saving for future college expenses through a 529 College Savings Account.

By participating in the 529 Jump program, you can take advantage of compound interest and reduce the need for costly student loans. To get started, simply open a qualified 529 account at www.collegeinvest.org, then visit www.529jump.org to request your $100 scholarship. No deposit is required!

For more information, visit www.529jump.org or contact us at admin@stvrainfoundation.org.

Start saving today for a bright future!

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SNAP Benefit Update from CDE

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has asked us to share this information with our community: Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits for November may be delayed. School meals are still available. If you need additional food before your SNAP benefits are available, there are local resources that can help:

• Colorado 211: Call 2-1-1- or 866-760-6489 or visit www.211colorado.org
• Feeding Colorado: Visit www.feedingcolorado.org/find-food or email info@feedingcolorado.org
• Hunger Free Colorado Food Resource Hotline: 855-855-4626

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St. Vrain Valley Schools offers flexible options that support both learning and care for children ages three to four. Our licensed early childcare programs are designed to provide a full day of care for our youngest learners who are not yet of preschool age. Full-day early childcare care offers families a safe, enriching, and developmentally supportive environment led by highly qualified and experienced staff.

Learn more about full-day childcare

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988 Colorado Mental Health Line

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.

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Helpful Links:

2025 – 2026 Academic Calendar

SVVSD Transportation Site

Infinite Campus

Free and Reduced Lunch/Education Benefit Form

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Quick Links

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