STEM SPOTLIGHT

Get those costumes ready and join us on Friday, October 30 from 5–7 p.m. for a fun-filled night of Trunk-or-Treating at STEM!

Our trunks will be hosted by student clubs, grade levels, PTC—and YOU!

WANT TO HOST A TRUNK?
We’d love to have STEM families join in the fun! If you’d like to decorate a trunk, pass out candy, and participate in the event, please sign up using the form below to let us know you’ll be there!

WE NEED CANDY!

Between now and October 30, keep an eye out for our Monster Candy Collection Boxes in each lobby! Please consider donating a bag of individually wrapped candy to help our clubs, teachers, and trunk hosts keep our trick-or-treaters stocked throughout the night.

Whether you're hosting a trunk, donating candy, or coming to trick-or-treat, we can't wait to celebrate with our STEM community!

The STEM School Highlands Ranch High School UNICEF Club is excited to host its 2nd Annual Holiday Market on Saturday, December 12, from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., and we're looking for vendors from our STEM community!

Do you create handmade crafts, jewelry, artwork, holiday decorations, home décor, or other unique gifts? We'd love to have you join us! Students, staff, families, and community members are invited to showcase their talents and sell their creations at this festive community event benefiting UNICEF.

VENDOR INFORMATION:

• Vendor Space: $25

• Optional Table Rental: $20 (includes one table and two chairs)

• Total with Table Rental: $45

• Vendors are welcome to bring their own tables and chairs.

• All food vendors must comply with applicable Colorado health regulations and licensing requirements.
  
  

All vendors will be selected by the UNICEF Club and STEM administration. Final event details will be shared with approved vendors.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, November 29, at 11:59 p.m.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VENDOR?

Complete our Holiday Market Vendor Interest Form to apply!

Help us make this year's Holiday Market a wonderful celebration of creativity, community, and holiday cheer while supporting a great cause! 💙💛

A huge thank you to our STEM families and community for supporting this year's Pink Out Night!

Together, we raised an incredible $1,506, which, thanks to a triple donation match, turned into $4,518 for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF)!

We also want to congratulate Riley Calme, who was crowned Volleyball's Best Baker!

Thank you to everyone who donated, participated, and helped make this event such a success. We are so proud of our Spartan community for coming together to support such an important cause!

It’s time to start planning for winter! Elementary Winter Club registration is officially LIVE!

Explore this winter’s club offerings and find the perfect fit for your student.

Visit STEMK12.org to view available clubs and register today! 💙💛

Space may be limited, so don’t wait to secure your student’s spot!

10/19: 7th Grade | Seacamp Informational Meeting

10/20-10/23: 8th Grade | Boston Trip
10/21: KOSON/ STEM BOD Meeting
10/22: Prospective Spartan Night
10/26-10/30: 7th Grade | SeaCamp Trip #1
10/26-11/18: Thanksgiving Food Drive
10/27: 8th Grade Rising Spartan Night
10/30: Elementary Halloween Parade | Trunk - or - Treat
11/2-11/6: 7th Grade | SeaCamp Trip #2
11/3: HS | Academic Letter Ceremony | Invite Only
11/5: TSA Run Offs
11/6: Middle School Speech & Debate Tournament
11/9-11/13: Scholastic Book Fair
11/17: TSA Fleece for Fighters
11/20: K-12 | Early Release

Please click the button below to read full updates from Ms. Manzanares, Elementary Principal.

Elementary families, it’s time to order your 2026–27 STEM Elementary Yearbook! Capture all the memories from another great year with your K–5 Spartan.

To purchase a yearbook for your K–5 student, visit buytheyearbook.com and use:
STEM School Highlands Ranch School Code: 737836

Don’t miss out on a year full of Spartan memories! 💙💛

Get ready to discover your next favorite book! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to STEM School Highlands Ranch November 9–13, and we can't wait to welcome our elementary Spartans for a week of reading, exploring, and shopping!

Set Up Your Scholastic eWallet!

Our Book Fair will be cash-free, with all purchases made through Scholastic eWallet. Families are encouraged to set up and fund their student's eWallet before the fair so they're ready to shop! It's a safe, easy way for students to purchase books without bringing cash to school.

Set Up Your Scholastic eWallet Here!

Volunteers Needed!

We need your help to make our Book Fair a success! Parent volunteers are an important part of bringing this exciting event to our students. Whether you can lend a hand for a little while or a longer shift, we'd love your support!

Thank you for helping us bring the joy of reading to our elementary Spartans!

We know our STEM parents and families want to be involved, and we love having you on campus! Our Elementary School currently has several volunteer opportunities open and ready for families to sign up.

Lunchroom Volunteers: Help our students during lunch by opening drinks and packages, assisting with cleanup, helping keep the lunchroom running smoothly, and lending an extra hand where needed.

Driveline Volunteers: Help our staff safely welcome students from their vehicles to the building in the morning or help students get from the building to their vehicles during afternoon dismissal.

Whether you can volunteer once or become a familiar face around campus, we’d love to have you join us! Use the button below to view available opportunities and sign up.

Please click the button below to read full updates from Mr. Alsup, High School Principal.

A reminder to families with students registered for the SAT: Testing will take place on Thursday, October 22, beginning promptly at 8:00 a.m.

Please ensure your student arrives on campus with enough time to be checked in and ready to begin testing on time.

Testing Location: PTECH

Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and timely start to testing!

High school is right around the corner, and there are so many opportunities ahead for your Spartan!

Current STEM 8th-grade families are invited to join us for Rising Spartan Night on Tuesday, October 27, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at STEM School Highlands Ranch.

This special evening is designed to help you and your student explore everything STEM High School has to offer! Learn about academic pathways, advanced coursework, Spartan Athletics, clubs, and enrichment opportunities. You'll also have the chance to connect with our counseling team, ask questions, and discover the resources available to support your student's success.

Give your Spartan a head start on high school by exploring the opportunities ahead!

We hope you'll join us! Please complete the registration form below to let us know you're attending.

Did you know After Prom is planned and put on by a dedicated committee of STEM High School parents? The committee meets monthly throughout the year, with meetings and planning increasing as we get closer to After Prom on April 9.

We’re looking for parents who would like to help make this year’s event an unforgettable experience for our students! If you’re interested in joining the After Prom Committee, please fill out the form below.

Can’t commit to the committee but still want to help? We would love to have you! Keep an eye out in March for After Prom volunteer sign-ups and opportunities to help on the day of the event.

BELL SCHEDULE

Secondary School (6-12): 8 AM - 3:30 PM

Elementary School (K-1): 8:10 AM - 3 PM

Elementary School (2-5): 8:10 AM - 3:10 PM

AFTER-CARE HOURS

B.A.S.E. (K-5) 6:30 AM - 8:05 AM and 3 PM - 6 PM

Secondary (6-12) After School Care: 3:30 PM - 6 PM