WEEKLY HAWK

Dear Homestead Elementary Parents and Families,

As Mr. Hardy shared, he is retiring from his principal role at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. On behalf of Cherry Creek School District (CCSD), we express our appreciation for his dedication to our schools. While replacing Mr. Hardy will be difficult, we are confident that strong candidates will emerge through the collaborative interviewing process. Homestead Elementary School and CCSD will soon begin the process of selecting the new principal. We are excited to work with the school community in the selection process.

As part of the proceedings, we invite you to share your thoughts about the priorities, goals, and values at Homestead Elementary School as well as desired traits of your future leader. Please submit your feedback through this HOM Community Survey. The information gathered will be utilized to develop search criteria and elements of the principal selection process.

Following the screening and interview processes, the finalists will interview with the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent. If you have any questions, please contact Heather Woodward at 720-554-4203 or by email at hwoodward@cherrycreekschools.org

We look forward to working with the Homestead Community on this important endeavor.

Thank you,

Heather Woodward

Executive Director of Elementary Education

Monday, February 17: Presidents' Day

Tuesday, February 18: Non contact day

3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are invited to join Homestead’s choir, “The Music Makers”. We have our first rehearsal for Spring on Tuesday, February 11. Information and the registration link can be found here: Spring Choir

Link to pay participation fee and make any orders. https://tinyurl.com/Fees-2025

Or scan the QR code for information and sign-up.

Jump Rope for Heart is approaching, and all students at Homestead will have the opportunity to compete in timed and skills competitions related to jump rope.

While our school will not be participating in the fundraising aspect for the American Heart Association, we encourage families who wish to contribute to do so voluntarily. If you would like to register on the heart website, here is the link: http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=11259&pg=company&company_id=483466

Throughout the month of February, prizes will be awarded to the top jumpers in each class based on performance and effort. Please note that prizes will not be awarded for fundraising efforts, as our focus will be solely on individual skills and achievements in physical education.

We appreciate any contributions made to the fundraising initiative, but please remember that our rewards will emphasize athletic performance, not fundraising.

Ms. Brownell looks forward to seeing the students demonstrate their skills while also promoting cardiovascular fitness. Go Hawks!

If you are planning on moving and your student(s) will not be returning to Homestead next school year, please contact Kim Lynch, our school registrar, at klynch5@cherrycreekschools.org to let her know. Thank you!

Register now for PreK and Kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year.

Dear Parents,

Student Council is very excited to re-introduce the Box Tops program to our Homestead community!

It is a great way to raise money for our school and these funds will specifically go toward helping Student Council with activities and events.

Even better news is that cutting individual Box Tops is a thing of the past. Box Tops has transitioned to a digital system that counts the Box Tops you purchase just by scanning your receipts.

Here is how it works:

1. Download the Box Tops for Education App. https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/get-the-ap

2. Buy participating Box Tops products.

3. Scan your receipt or submit a digital receipt within 14 days of your purchase. The app identifies eligible products and earnings are credited to your designated school (Homestead)

4. If you shop at Walmart, connect your Box Tops and Walmart accounts. You’ll earn Box Tops for Homestead- No scanning required!

See a list of participating products at BTFE.COM/PRODUCTS

Thank you for your support!

-Homestead Student Council

All members: September 19, December 12, & May 1

5th Graders: September 19, October 3, November 7, December 12, January 16, February 13, March 13, April 10, & May 1

4th Graders: September 19th, October 24, November 21, December 12, January 30, February 27 March 27, April 24, & May 1

*Officers will attend all meetings.

Our amazing Mrs. Forrestal is in need of some volunteers to help make Art Class even more fantastic! Whether it’s prepping colorful materials, setting up displays, or distributing masterpieces for students to take home, your help would bring a burst of energy to her classroom. Plus, extra hands are always needed when she’s working with our littlest artists, the Kindergarteners!

Come join the fun and add a splash of creativity to the classroom! Check out the available volunteer slots below and sign up to lend a hand. If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach out to us at volcoorhomesteadptco@gmail.com. Let’s paint the town with support for Mrs. Forrestal! 🎨✨

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080844ACA829A1FB6-53736210-artroom/18853796#/

We have several after school clubs and activities offered at Homestead through outside organizations such as Chess Club, Coding Club and KidsArt. Stop by the front lobby of our school to see what is offered and pick up a flyer for more information. Or, click on this link to access the flyers electronically.

Ticket Sales Extended until Friday 2/14!!!

The clock is ticking! ⏰ Friday is your LAST chance to grab tickets for the Tee It Up for Homestead event happening Friday, February 21, 2025, from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Caddy Shack Cantina, Lone Tree. Grab your tickets here: https://2025teeitup.cheddarup.com

Tickets are only $40 per person and include taco bar and two drink tickets to enjoy the night.

Plus, when you attend, you’ll get exclusive access to our Homestead Silent Auction, featuring AMAZING items like:

🎤 Front-row reserved seats for the Kindergarten A-Z Program & 5th Grade Continuance

🚗 Two highly sought-after school reserved parking passes – Skip the hassle and park in the VIP spots!

But wait—THE BASKETS! 🤩 The grade-level themed baskets are going to be epic, and we’ve got something for everyone! These aren’t just ordinary baskets, they’re packed with one-of-a-kind goodies that’ll leave you wowed:

🌊 Kindergarten Splish Splash Basket

🎲 1st Grade Family Game Night Basket

🍽️ 2nd Grade Home Sweet Hosting Basket

🍪 3rd Grade Cook + Savor Basket

⚽ 4th Grade All-Star Basket

💅 5th Grade Ultimate Pampering Basket

🎟 Tickets are ONLY available through February 7th, and space is limited—so act fast!

Secure your tickets here:https://2025teeitup.cheddarup.com

We can’t wait to see you there for a fun evening of food, community, auctions, and support for our amazing school community!

We are currently seeking individuals interested in joining the PTCO Executive Board for the 2025-2026 school year. Below is a list of available board positions.

Available Positions

· CO President Jr. (2-year commitment)

· Secretary (1-year commitment)

· Treasurer Jr. (2-year commitment)

· Communications (1-year commitment)

· Volunteer Coordinator (1-year commitment)

· Events Coordinator (1-year commitment)

· Community Outreach Jr. (2-year commitment)

Interested?

We would love to have you join the PTCO Executive Board! Please complete the nomination form by clicking the link below. Nominations are due by Friday, February 21st. Once all nominations are received, the Homestead School community will vote. The slate of candidates will be presented at the General Meeting on Thursday, April 24th.

Click to access the NOMINATION FORM
https://forms.gle/hzBwFSzrWVJ6xxBJ6

Questions?
Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volcoorhomesteadptco@gmail.com

More Volunteer Opportunities Coming in March!

Our next FUN-RAISING Dine Event at Shake Shack is February 19th!

The district has compiled a list of resources for families, including food pantries, immigrant supports, language supports, mental and physical health resources, and supports for unhoused families.

Click on this link to access the list.

HERE is the link to purchase tickets for events and donate to Bags of Fun.

CCSD will be hosting the final Giveback Cherry Creek Volunteer training for the ‘24-25 school year in March and we’d love to have as many volunteers as possible in attendance. We currently have almost 40 active volunteers making a difference in our schools and want to continue to support our teachers and students.

For more on this opportunity, click on this website link

All meals (breakfast and lunch) remain free for all students this year due to the Free Meals For All legislation that passed in November of 2022. We encourage families to complete a meal application to take advantage of other benefits offered to them and to support Title I funding in CCSD.

Meal Application: www.myschoolapps.com

Online Payments for Meal Accounts: www.MySchoolBucks.com (there is no fee for this service).

For questions or assistance with making payments please call 1-855-832-5226.

To view Menus: www.MealViewer.com

All Visitors to our School:

We are so happy to welcome visitors and volunteers into our building this year. Whenever you come to Homestead, please bring your driver's license or state issued ID with you for check in.

Playgrounds After School:

Please help us make sure all of our kids are heading home right after school by staying off the playground equipment until 3:15 pm

Dogs:

We love them, but, please do not bring them onto school property. We have found that even on a leash, dogs can still present a risk to kids…some are afraid, some are allergic. Please help us make sure they feel safe here at school by leaving your dog at home. Thanks so much!

Bikes and Scooters:

“Walk Your Wheels”…please remind kids to walk their bikes and scooters in crosswalks and once they get onto school grounds. This reduces the risk of accidents with pedestrians.

Cell Phones and Smart Watches:

Students need to keep their cell phones and smart watches in their backpacks, turned off, during the day.

• For everyone’s safety, please end all cell phone use before entering the parking lot. The traffic in the back lot goes ONE WAY only. Enter from the north side and exit through the south side. DO NOT ENTER AGAINST THE ARROWS!
• There is no left turn out of the back parking lot onto Homestead Parkway. Vehicles must turn right.
• Please pull your vehicle all the way up to the crosswalk when possible before dropping off or picking up your child.
• Please have your child enter and exit the car from the PASSENGER SIDE ONLY. Drivers may not exit vehicle in the drop off lane for any reason. If you need to assist your child, please find a parking space.
• If you have dropped off your child, you may pull out and pass the cars that are curbside in order to exit the parking lot. Please pull forward slowly and anticipate that the drop off lane merges back into one lane after the crosswalk.
• Please only use the designated crosswalk when going to and from the parking lot. It is very important to show our kiddos where it is safe to cross, even when they are accompanied by an adult.
• Please remember that there are hundreds of kiddos walking next to moving cars – please drive slowly and attentively!

English:

Please contact (name of liaison) at (email) for support with this resource in your language.

Amharic:

እነዝህን መረጃዎችን በተመለከተ በቋንቋዎ ዕገዛን ለማግኘት ከፈለጉ እባክዎን ተሊሌን በዝህ እሜይል ያግኙዋት thirpa@cherrycreekschools.org

Arabic:

يرجى الاتصال ب )جميعة صباحي أو جاودة العلمي( على ) jsebbahi@cherrycreekschools.org أو

jdajanialami@cherrycreekschools.org للحصول على الدعم مع هذا المورد باللغة العربية .

Chinese:

如有需要，请经由ctaylor9@cherrycreekschools.org 与凯瑟琳•泰勒联系，以您的语言获得此资源的支持。

Dari:

لطفا برای کمک در مورد اين منابع به زبان خودتان با قزافی مهرزاد با اييمل qmehrzad@cherrycreekschools.org تماس بگيريد .

Hindi:

अपनी भाषा में इस संसाधन के समर्थन के लिए कृपया जेम्स रसाइथिी को jrasaily@cherrycreekschools.org पर संपकथ करें।

Korean:

귀하의 언어로 이 자원에 대한 지원을 원하시면 (리아 리) 에게 (llee6@cherrycreekschools.org) 로 문의하십시오.

Nepali:

कृपया जेम्स रसाइथिीिाइथ jrasaily@cherrycreekschools.org मा तपाइथको भाषामा यो संसाधनको सहयोगको िागी सम्पकथ गननथहोिा।

Russian:

Пожалуйста, обращайтесь к Ларисе Бака по адресу: lbaca3@cherrycreekschools.org для получения поддержки с помощью этого ресурса на своём языке.

Somali:

Fadlan la xiriir Omar Nur cinwaanka emaylka onur2@cherrycreekschools.org si aad u hesho macluumaad ku qoran luqadaada.

Spanish:

Si necesita ayuda con este recurso en su idioma, póngase en contacto con Ilse Chavez Maldonado en ichavezmaldonado@cherrycreekschools.org, Rosa Han en rhan4@cherrycreekschools.org, Carmen Vargas-Ball en cvargasball@cherrycreekschools.org o Monica Pantoja en mpantoja@cherrycreekschools.org.

Ukrainian:

Будь ласка, зв'яжіться з Зоряною Герман по електронній пошті zherman@cherrycreekschools.org, щоб отримати підтримку з цього ресурсу на українській мові.

Vietnamese:

Vui lòng liên hệ với Thuý Ngọc tại Lchung2@cherrycreekschools.org để được hỗ trợ về tài nguyên này bằng tiếng Việt.

Location: 7451 South Homestead Parkway, Centennial, CO, USA
Phone: (720) 554-3700