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Weekly Update December 16th - 20th
Last Week of Semester 1 for the 24-25 School Year
Hello CSA Friends and Families,
As we continue to embrace the holiday spirit, our school is buzzing with exciting events and important updates. Here's what you need to know for the coming week:
Updates and Reminders
Assessments Near Completion:
We have nearly completed our mid-year assessments. Make-up sessions will be held early next week. We aim for 100% participation in these assessments, as the results will guide our planning for the second semester and ensure every student’s success.
Field Trips:
The first 2024–2025 field trip to Breckenridge was a huge success! Ms. Farrel and Ms. Arlesia will be taking the second group of this year's 8th graders skiing on Tuesday, December 17. Please ensure students are prepared with signed permission slips and appropriate attire for the weather.
Registration Deadlines:
If you haven’t completed your intent-to-reenroll forms, now is the time! This updated process helps us plan effectively for next year. Please see below for more details. If you have any questions, reach out to the front office for assistance.
Dismissal for Boys & Girls Club:
CSA will be making some adjustments to our dismissal process for students attending Boys & Girls Club at Hidden Lake. Stay tuned for details in next week’s update. These changes will take effect starting January 2025.
Lost and Found:
Please check the lost and found for any misplaced jackets, water bottles, hats, gloves, or lunch boxes. Items can be retrieved before or after school. Any remaining items will be donated when we return from the holiday break.
Festive Celebrations
La Plaza Christmas Clinic:
Join La Plaza Colorado in Aurora this Saturday, December 14, for their Christmas Clinic and Santa Visit. See the flyer (below) for details about this family-friendly event.
Free U.S. Air Force Academy Band Holiday Concert:
The U.S. Air Force Academy Band is performing a free holiday concert this Saturday, December 14, from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The concert will take place in the Joanna Ramsey Theatre, located inside Westminster High School. Check out this student news report from Westminster High School's Wolf TV for more information and details on how to get tickets.
Student Spirit Week (December 16–20):
Mark your calendars! Spirit Week is just around the corner. Here’s the lineup:
- Monday, December 16: Wig Day – Rock your favorite fun or wacky wig!
- Tuesday, December 17: Zoom Day – Professional on top, comfy on the bottom!
- Wednesday, December 18: Teachers as Students, Students as Teachers – Switch roles for a day!
- Thursday, December 19: Group Dress-Up Day – Coordinate costumes with friends!
- Friday, December 20: Pajama/Onesie Day – Cozy up for the last day before break!
Please remember that the school dress code applies. Students not following the policy will need to call home for a change of clothes.
Thank you for your ongoing support and enthusiasm as we celebrate this joyful season. Let’s close out 2024 with excitement, community, and success!
Warm regards,
Karina Costas
Principal, Colorado STEM Academy
Enrolling for the 2025-2026 School Year
NEW STUDENTS
The application period for the Colorado STEM Academy’s 2025-2026 academic year will commence on December 11, 2024 for the first round and conclude on January 11, 2025. The second round will commence on February 10, 2025 and conclude on March 12, 2025. During this time, we encourage prospective parents to submit their applications for each child promptly. Detailed instructions and the application form are linked on our website. Please carefully review the guidelines before completing the application. If you encounter any difficulties, our dedicated office team will be available to assist you.
RETURNING STUDENTS
It’s simple! Please complete the following forms for EACH student.
- Intent to Re-Enroll
- Registration in your Parent Portal in Infinite Campus
Please contact our office with any questions and we look forward to supporting you again during the 2025-2026 school year!
IMPORTANT DATES:
December 14th: La Plaza Christmas Clinic (See fliers below)
December 16th-December 20th: Student Spirit Week
December 17th: 8th Grade Ski Trip
December 23rd-January 3rd: Winter Break (No School)
January 6th: Non-student Contact Day (No School)
February 10th: Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences
La Plaza Christmas Clinic Espanol.pdf
STEMGEAR!
We believe that uniforms can help build community. We also believe that individual style is important! For that reason, there are lots of ways that students and familes can show their school spirit at STEM. In addition to the yearly shirt exchange (see flyer below), families can purchase shirts and other swag from our School Store or directly through our vendor.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS OUR VENDOR!
Otherwaystohelpourschool...
Many organizations partner with schools to give back to our community, and we’re excited to share information about these valuable collaborations. Flyers detailing these partnerships will be displayed around the school and at the PTA tent, so be sure to check them out to learn how these organizations are supporting our students and programs.
LearnaboutourHRSprocess!
Level 5 Highly Reliable Schools
We are proud to announce that Colorado STEM Academy is an HRS Level 5 certified school. This data-driven, research-based process highlights our strengths and areas of improvement. This allows for clearly defined goals in each of the five levels included below:
1. Safe and Collaborative Culture
2. Effective teaching in every classroom
3. Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum
4. Standards-Referenced Reporting
5. Competency-Based Instruction
You can learn more about these levels and this work here.
