Blevins Bulletin

Hello Blevins Families,

We are just a week away from the start of another exciting school year! I always look forward to this time of year as we prepare to welcome new students and families to Blevins while reconnecting with the many familiar faces that make our school such a special place. The energy, excitement, and possibilities that come with a new school year are truly unmatched, and we are all eager to welcome students back.

As we prepare for the first day of school, please remember that our 6th Grade Transition Day will be Tuesday, August 18, followed by the first day for all students on Wednesday, August 19. Be sure to review all back-to-school information in this bulletin, which includes information on accessing student schedules, making locker requests, school supply lists, fall athletics, and after-school programming. Throughout the year, this information can also be found on our school website.

Save the date for Back to School Night on Monday, August 17th, 5:30-7pm. We can't wait to see you there!

The beginning of a new school year brings a fresh opportunity for growth, learning, and connection. Whether your child is joining Blevins for the very first time or returning for another year as a Bruin, please know that we are committed to creating a welcoming, supportive, and engaging experience for every student. We cannot wait to see our halls filled with students once again and begin the important work of learning together.

As always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need assistance as we prepare for the year ahead. Thank you for your partnership and trust. We are looking forward to an outstanding school year at Blevins!

Proudly,
Joe Zappa, Principal

Our mission: Blevins is a welcoming learning community of personal and academic growth, where all students belong, achieve, and are prepared for lifelong success.

Thursday, August 13th

• WEB Training 12:00-4:00 (Gym 101)

Friday, August 14th

• WEB Training 12:00-4:00 (Gym 101)

Monday, August 17th

• ❗ Back To School Night 5:30-7:00 (See Information Below & Locker Request Below)

Tuesday, August 18th

• ⭐ 6th Grade Starts 7:30-2:25
• Boys Soccer Starts 2:30-4:45 (7th, 8th Grade) (See Information Below)
• Girls Volleyball Tryouts 2:30-4:45 (7th, 8th Grade) (See Information Below)

Wednesday, August 19th

• ⭐ All Grades in Session 7:30-2:25

• Tennis Starts 2:40-3:45 (6th, 7th, 8th Grade) (See Information Below)
• Cross Country Starts 2:45-4:30 (6th, 7th, 8th Grade) (See Informantion Below)

• Fall MAPS Testing
• Cross Country Parent/Guardian Meeting 5:00-5:45 (Auditeria)

• Fall MAPS Testing

• Boys and Girls Tennis Parent/Guardian Meeting 3:45-4:15 (Blevins Tennis Courts)

• Student Pictures (Watch for More Information)

• NO SCHOOL/Labor Day

Monday, September 14th

• Fall/Winter Bruin Club Starts (See Information Below)

August 17th 5:30-7:00

Please visit with us on this date. You will have the opportunity to connect with teachers, hear from school leadership, and explore the building. Student schedules will be available to pick up. We will work hard to make lockers that are requested by 3:00pm on August 14th available at Back to School Night, but cannot guarantee all requested will be ready for issue by that time.

Schedules are available on ParentVue and StudentVue

(Please check often as schedules may change)

5:30-7:00 Open House

• Walk your schedule and decorate lockers (if received one)

5:35 8th Grade Welcome in the Auditeria

• Meet Blevins Administration, Counselors and 8th Grade Teachers

5:55 7th Grade Welcome in the Auditeria

• Meet Blevins Administration, Counselors and 7th Grade Teachers

6:15 6th Grade Welcome in the Auditeria

• Meet Blevins Administration, Counselors, 6th Grade Teachers and Elective Teachers

Questions:

• 7th Grade Counselor: Anna Burris, annab@psdschools.org

• 8th Grade Counselor: Kirsten Bovbjerg, kbovbjerg@psdschools.org

• 6th Grade Counselor: Erin McCain, emccain@psdschools.org

On this evening, our team will also be available to support families with the following:

• Athletic paperwork and athletic fees - Questions? evchavez@psdschools.org

• Immunization records and student meds - Questions? evchavez@psdschools.org

Welcome Back, Blevins Families!

We hope everyone had a wonderful summer and is settling into a great new school year! The Blevins PTO is excited for another year of supporting our students, teachers, and staff — and we’d love to have more Blevins families involved.

Whether you can attend meetings, volunteer at an event, help with fundraising, or simply stay informed, every bit of involvement makes a difference.

Looking Back: Your PTO Dollars at Work

Last year, Blevins PTO raised approximately $12,500, and we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who donated, volunteered, attended events, and helped make that possible!

Those funds went directly back into our school to support teachers, staff, and students. Some of the ways PTO was able to make an impact included:

• Supporting teacher and staff appreciation events
• Providing classroom supplies and student resources
• Purchasing new musical instruments for our band programs
• Supporting Multimedia Productions, including video, podcasting, yearbook, and social media opportunities
• Providing math supplies and calculators for students
• Supporting reading resources for students developing foundational reading skills
• Funding PBL and art projects that give students creative opportunities
• Helping with school beautification projects, including student-centered projects around the Blevins campus

We are proud that the money raised by our Blevins community goes right back into the school and directly supports the students and staff who make Blevins such a special place.

Thank you to everyone who helped make last year’s fundraising a success!

All are welcome - Next PTO Meeting Tuesday, Aug 18th 5:30-7pm Blevins Collaboration Cafe.

Join the Blevins PTO/Friends & Family Email List

• Lockers are available to all students upon request
• We will work hard to make lockers that are requested by 3:00pm on August 14th available at Back to School Night, but cannot guarantee all requested will be ready for issue by that time.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Student Schedule

Wednesday Student Schedule

Silver & Burgundy Calendar

PSD Calendar

• Registration, Physical and Fee Required

Practice Schedule:

8/24 to 8/28 (Mon-Fri) 2:40-3:45pm; Meet at the tennis courts. Bring racket, water, athletic clothing, non-marking athletic shoes (avoid black soles).

8/31 to 10/8 (Monday-Thurs excluding match days) 2:40-3:45pm; Meet at the tennis courts. Bring racket, water, athletic clothing, non-marking athletic shoes (avoid black soles).

Parent Meeting:

There will be a parent tennis meeting Thursday August 27th after school from 3:45pm to 4:15pm at the Blevins Middle School Tennis Courts. If the weather is bad, the meeting will be moved inside to room 236. During the meeting coach Kiser and coach Hall will discuss the tennis bylaws for this season. We can go over how matches will be scored and how doubles teams will be formed. We will answer any questions about the match schedule for boys and girls. We will discuss tennis etiquette for both parents and students. We want to remind parents that there is only bus transportation to the tennis matches. Parents are expected to pick up students from matches. This meeting is also and opportunity for parents to connect with other parents wanting to carpool. If you can't attend the meeting, you can email coach Kiser (boys) or coach Hall (girls) any questions you have.

• Boys Tennis Coach: Andrew Kiser akiser@psdschools.org
• Girls Tennis Coach: Leslie Hall lhall@psdschools.org
• 1st Regular Season Practice August 24th at 2:40
• Registration, Physical and Fee Required

Soccer - Practices will begin on August 18 and will run from 2:30-4:45. Information about tryouts and preseason workouts will be coming soon.

• Registration, Physical and Fee Required

Volleyball - Practices will begin on August 18 and will run from 2:30-4:45. Information about tryouts and preseason workouts will be coming soon.

We are thrilled to introduce our new head coach, Sarah Anderson. Coach Sarah is a former Division 1 volleyball player who has coached volleyball at the middle school and high school level. She is excited to be joining the Bruin community and will be sending out communications soon. Due to some previously scheduled family obligations, Coach Sarah will not be able to host any preseason workouts but will be ready to go on Day 1 of the season. Specifics will be provided soon!

• Registration, Physical and Fee Required

Blevins Middle School is excited to offer our after-school program, Bruin Club, starting Monday, September 14, 2026! This after-school program, which is funded through the 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) grant, Cohort X, offers students homework help, enrichment clubs, and community connection opportunities, while giving them a safe place to build relationships with other students. Bruin Club is a drop-in based program and will be held from 2:25pm to 5:00pm, Monday through Thursday. The fall session runs 09/14/2026 - 12/17/2026 with no programs operating on 10/13/26, 10/15/26, and 11/17/26. An email will be sent out in early September once we have finalized our enrichment offerings.

To Participate: All students must have a completed and approved 2026-2027 “Permission to Participate” form on file before attending Bruin Club.

Permission to Participate Form: The permission to participate form will be available to students in the front office. You can also download the form and print or fill it out virtually and email it to Izzy Crume at icrume@psdschools.org. Printed versions of the form can be brought to the front office at Blevins. Note: if you have multiple students at Blevins, please fill out a separate form for each student.

Transportation: If your student needs to ride the bus home from Bruin Club during our fall session, you are required to submit the “Permission to Participate” form to Izzy Crume OR the school office by Friday, 08/28/2026 by 2:25pm. Note: Bussing is not guaranteed, but if available, bussing will pick students up from Blevins at 4:45pm. Transportation start date is to be determined.

Questions: If you have any questions regarding Bruin Club, please contact Izzy Crume at (970)657-6612 or icrume@psdschools.org.

Colorado provides free school meals to all students, so families often skip the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application. Please complete it anyway. To receive fee waivers, a student must be approved for free or reduced-price meals and have a Permission to Share form on file. Please visit the Student Fees and Charges page on the PSD website to learn more.

Caps4Cash is a Morning Fresh Dairy program where schools can earn cash by collecting caps from Morning Fresh Dairy glass bottles. Each cap will be redeemed for 5¢. Bring your caps to the front office, and our 6th graders will take it from there. Contact Annika Gurley if you have any questions.

Represent Blevins

Pick up a yard sign from our front office

Donations accepted but not required

Blevins Student/Family Handbook

Community Flyers

Joe Zappa, Principal

970-488-4001

jzappa@psdschools.org

Dusti Sanger, Assistant Principal

970-488-4002

dsanger@psdschools.org

Scott Schreiner, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

970-488-4036

scotts@psdschools.org

Michele Trujillo, Office Manager

970-488-4004

mtrujill@psdschools.org

Anna Burris, 7th Grade Counselor

970-488-4091

annab@psdschools.org

Kirsten Bovbjerg, 8th Grade Counselor

970-488-4010

kbovbjerg@psdschools.org

Erin McCain, 6th Grade Counselor

Guidance for academic supports for Blevins students

970-488-4009

emccain@psdschools.org