STEM SPOTLIGHT

As we head into the final weeks of the school year, campus is filled with exciting events, celebrations, and important milestones for our students. With so much happening, we encourage families to stay informed and keep an eye on upcoming dates, including school schedule changes, early release days, and days off.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we finish the school year strong together!

Monday, May 11- Enrichment Awards | Invite Only | 5:30 pm
Tuesday, May 12- End Of Year Secondary Concert | 6:00 pm
Wednesday, May 13- Middle School Awards | Invite Only | 4:30 pm
Wednesday, May 13- Athletics Awards Night | All high school athletes and families welcome | 6:30 pm
Thursday, May 14- Graduation Practice | 3:30 pm
Thursday, May 14- Senior Honors Night | Invite Only | 6:00 pm
Monday, May 18- Graduation | 10:00 am | Echo Park

Tuesday, May 19- Kindergarten and 5th Grade Continuation | 5:00 pm
Wednesday, May 20- Last Day | Elementary Only Early Release | K/1 dismissal 11:20 | 2-5 dismissal 11:30
Thursday, May 21- Last Day | Secondary Only Early Release | dismissal 11:55

Our amazing STEM School Highlands Ranch community deserves to be recognized! We’re excited to share that Colorado Parent Family Favorites nominations are officially OPEN—and this round is everything.

From April 15 through May 15, you can nominate STEM in the following categories:

• Favorite Charter Elementary School
• Favorite Charter Middle School
• Favorite Charter High School
• Favorite School Principals
  
  

Your nomination helps highlight the exceptional education, innovation, and supportive environment we provide for our students every day.

Only the top 5 nominees in each category move on to the final voting round—so every nomination counts!

Please take a moment to show your STEM pride and support our school community.

Nominate STEM here: https://coloradoparent.com/family-favorites/

Thank you for being such an important part of what makes STEM so special!

As more students begin riding e-bikes to and from school, we want to help families better understand Colorado’s e-bike laws and safety expectations. Colorado defines three classes of e-bikes, each with different rules regarding speed, age requirements, and where they may be ridden. Families are encouraged to review these guidelines with their students and reinforce safe, respectful riding habits.

Please remember:
• Always follow posted signs and trail rules
• Be respectful of pedestrians and other riders
• Helmet use is strongly encouraged for all riders
• Certain motorized vehicles, including electric motorcycles and some scooters, are not considered e-bikes and have additional restrictions

Thank you for helping us keep our students and community safe and informed!

The STEM Board of Directors are pleased to share our spring update on new Community Board members that were voted in at our May 5th meeting. The Board is made up of 11 members, 3 are voted in by the parent community and 8 are recruited and appointed by the Board based on professional skills/expertise.

Welcome to our new Community Board Members, effective June 1st:

Erin Quigley (current parent member, elected 6/2023-5/2026)

Ronalea Alleman

Richard "AJ" Asberry

Collin West

They join our other Community Members - Ishmeet Kalra, Darrell Lomelino, Cory Wroblewski, and Carla Gustafson; and our Parent Members - Gina Wing, Adelita Campbell, and newly elected Ganesh Kuppuswamy.

Also, a huge THANK YOU to our outgoing board members, Kevin Leung and Rudy Lukez. Kevin stepped in to fill a board vacancy and his depth of experience has been invaluable. Rudy is a parent of two STEM graduates and his amazing tenure of 12 years on the board has helped guide us through many changes. We sincerely appreciate their commitment to the STEM community!

Sincerely,

Carla Gustafson, Board Chair

In case you missed the Parent Board Seat election results shared on Wednesday, May 6, you can view the announcement using the button below.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Remembrance and Resiliency Community Walk on Thursday, May 7. It was a beautiful day filled with strength, connection, and support from every part of our community. We are especially grateful to our community partners and the first responders whose support helped make this meaningful event possible.

For anyone who was unable to purchase a commemorative Remembrance and Resiliency Community Walk T-shirt, a limited supply is still available. Shirts may be purchased for $20 using the MySchoolBucks link below.

Summer is calling!
There’s still time to register for STEM’s Summer Enrichment Camps!

Give your student an unforgettable summer filled with innovation, creativity, and time with friends.
Sign up below!

5/11: Enrichment Awards | Old Chicago Restaurant Night Speech and Debate

5/12: Secondary Music Concert | Field Day
5/13: Middle School Awards | Athletics and Activities Awards

5/14: Senior Awards Banquet
5/18: Graduation
5/19: Kindie & 5th Grade Continuation
5/20: ES Last Day | Early Release
5/21: Secondary Last Day | Early Release

Who knew eating out could make such a big impact?

Each semester, STEM clubs partner with local restaurants to host Restaurant Nights as a way to raise funds for their activities, competitions, and events. It’s an easy (and tasty!) way to support our students.

So the next time you don’t feel like cooking, consider stopping by one of our upcoming STEM Restaurant Nights and enjoy a meal that gives back!

Coming up:
Support Speech & Debate

Monday, May 11 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Old Chicago: 1489 Park Central Dr., Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80129.

Join us for our amazing End of Summer Extravaganza at Pirates Cove on Thursday, July 30th from 6-8 p.m.!

This event is a perfect opportunity for both current and new families to connect, have fun, and build community before we kick off another exciting school year.

More details to come closer to the event!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Please click the button below to read full updates from Mrs. McElroy, Elementary Principal.

All K–5 students will participate in this exciting day of fun and movement!

Schedule:

• K & 3rd Grade: 8:15–9:45 AM
• 4th & 5th Grade: 9:50–11:20 AM
• 1st & 2nd Grade: 12:30–2:00 PM
  
  

To make check-in easier, guests who do not need to enter the building may proceed directly to the playfield. If you plan to enter the building, please check in at the front office for a visitor pass.

With the change in date we are short volunteers, if you're interested in volunteering? Sign up using the button below. Thank you for support making this day memorable for our students!

Please click the button below to read full updates from Mrs. Ridder, Middle School Principal.

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: 3:35 PM - 5:30 PM