The Falcon Zone Flyer

September 21st, 2026

What a great night at the Falcon Zone Community CAFE on Thursday! We enjoyed a delicious dinner from Texas Roadhouse and welcomed about 80 community partners, school leaders, and supporters who came together to connect and build partnerships for our students.

A huge thank-you to our principals for taking the time to thoughtfully invite quality partners and identify clear goals for their buildings. This intentional approach helped create meaningful conversations around how our community can come together to support students and schools. We are grateful for everyone who showed up and helped make the evening such a success!

For just $2.50, pick up a reusable Fight Hunger bag at our Falcon King Soopers. Every bag purchased during the month of October means $1 goes directly to the Falcon Zone Community Pantry!

And thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we’ve already raised more than $500 this August! There is a little over 1 week left to participate in September, so grab a bag (or two!) on your next trip to King Soopers and help us keep the Falcon Zone Community Pantry stocked for our families.

Every bag makes a difference!

Thanks for being part of our village,

Cari Muresan

FZ Community Liaison

Empowering Moments

From Superintendent Smith...

What an incredible week across the Falcon Zone! From bringing our community together to developing student leaders, tackling challenges, and solving a medieval mystery, our schools continue to create Engaging Environments, Enhanced Opportunities, and Elevated Instruction that empower our learners to Earn their WINGS.

We were thrilled to welcome more than 80 participants to our first-ever Falcon Zone Community Café, hosted in partnership with COS I Love You. Parents, community members, businesses, students, staff, and even Falcon Zone graduates came together to explore new ways to support our schools and strengthen our community. Each of our seven schools connected with community partners to brainstorm ideas and develop projects focused on Enhanced Tier I Instruction and Elevating Community & Stakeholder Trust.

The conversations were inspiring, the ideas were plentiful, and our student leaders were there to help welcome and guide our guests. This is what makes the Falcon Zone special; creating that small-town feel with a large network of support. Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared an idea, and helped us take another step toward building an even stronger community!

At Falcon High School, our seniors spent a day at Homestead Ranch Park for their annual Senior Retreat. As the leaders of FHS, students were challenged to think about what it means to Earn their WINGS and how they can help others do the same. Through team-building activities and scavenger hunts, our seniors put Networking, Grit, and Self-Confidence into action while strengthening the relationships that will help them lead throughout their final year.

Our Patriot Applied Learning Campus Bison also embraced the power of teamwork during their annual Ropes Course Days. Students and staff worked together to solve challenges, overcome obstacles, and find creative solutions. Watching our Bison solve challenges, encourage one another, communicate, and persevere is a great example of Wisdom, Networking, and Grit in action. It is no surprise that this has become an annual student favorite!

And then there was the Murder Mystery Dinner! Patriot students transformed the evening into a medieval adventure, with outstanding performances, a royal feast prepared by our Culinary students, and plenty of clues to help our guests solve the mystery. The evening showcased Self-Confidence, Integrity, and Networking as students stepped into their roles, worked together, and created an unforgettable experience. The food was outstanding, the acting was fantastic, and the question on everyone's mind was simple: Who was the culprit?

From community collaboration to student leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and creative expression, these experiences remind us that learning happens everywhere. They are powerful examples of our Falcon Zone Mission in action as we create opportunities for our learners to develop the Wisdom, Integrity, Networking, Grit, and Self-Confidence they need to soar. It was an outstanding week of Earning your WINGS all throughout the Falcon Zone.

Through Engaging Environments, Enhanced Opportunities, and Elevated Instruction, we Empower all Learners to Earn their WINGS!

Falcon Zone Staff Recognition

In the Falcon Zone we pride ourselves on having the most incredible staff! We want to give our community a chance to recognize those people that make a difference in our schools and for our students every day! Please let us know who is making a positive impact for your student. Let us know who has gone above and beyond to enhance your experience in our zone. Let us know who is doing an outstanding job!

Every staff member that is recognized will receive a note of recognition and a shoutout in our community newsletter. Staff members include not only teachers but secretaries, administrators, custodial & kitchen staff, paras, etc.

We want to know who is making a difference! Thank you for taking the time to fill out this quick form!

Falcon Zone Staff Recognition - Submit HERE

Seann O'Connor (FHS) - I see Mr. O'Connor at the school early every morning and staying late. He always puts a dedication to his job that takes a large amount of his time and energy without making any complaints. His care for his staff and the students shows and the push to make an amazing culture at Falcon High School is truly appreciated.

Cathy Herzog (FHS) - Ms. Herzog has a true love for math and her passion to teach kids not just the process but the why is amazing. I have seen her on multiple occasions staying after school to help tutor students for math and try to make a difference.

Regina Webb (FHS) - Ms. Regina goes an unsung hero at the school many times. She takes on multiple small projects to help facility awards and recognition for students. She is loved by everyone that comes into counseling for her friendly demeanor and willingness to help. Recently after a media center vacancy she took on assisting with chrome book issues and loaners. This was an area outside her required role but she did it to make sure student success wasn't interrupted. Mrs. Regina also takes time to always decorate and make the counseling office feel like a comfortable space for all who are there and gives an amazing impression for first time visiting parents and students that we are a school that cares.

Mrs. Bradford (MRES) - Mrs. Bradford takes time every morning to make sure my child feels seen, heard, and loved. She welcomes students she has taught in the past, as well as students who may have been in other classrooms, with a quick morning chat, a note, or simply a hug. She has created a safe, supportive space where students know they matter. Her impact reaches far beyond her own classroom, and she is truly a valued asset to our school and community.