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STEM SPOTLIGHT

STEM SPOTLIGHT
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STEM SPOTLIGHT 11/16/25 STEM SPOTLIGHT 11/16/25

A Note From The School Nurse, Mallory Jimenez

Thank you for helping us keep STEM healthy! As sick season is upon us please remember....


  • If your child is sick, please keep them home until symptom-free for 24 hours without fever -reducing medication. Please call the attendance line if you are keeping your child home sick.
  • Encourage regular hand washing - this is our best defense against illness.
  • Do not share food or drinks.
  • Notify the nurse of any diagnosed illnesses (e.g. strep, flu, norovirus).
  • STEM follows CDE guidelines for communicable diseases.

Sibling Enrollment for 2026–27

The 2026–27 Open Enrollment process is now underway, and siblings of current STEM students receive enrollment priority during Round 1. Families can review the full details, key dates, and next steps in the Detailed Enrollment Email that was sent earlier this month. Current students are automatically re-enrolled and do not need to take any action. Questions? Our enrollment team is here to help at registrar@stemk12.org.

SUBMIT A STEM 2026-27 ENROLLMENT APPLICATION

Call to Action: SAC Survey EXTENDED

Your Voice Matters!
The SAC Survey is a quick, 10-minute anonymous survey designed to gather feedback from all STEM families. We encourage everyone to participate — not just those with concerns! Your input helps celebrate what’s working well and identify opportunities for growth, shaping the future of our school community.

Please remember — while the survey is anonymous, if you have specific concerns or issues, we encourage you to reach out directly to your building principal so we can best support you and your student.

2025-26 SAC FALL SURVEY

A message from our SRO, Deputy Gabe!

Please click the button to read the update from our SRO, Deputy Gabe!

Walking the beat with Deputy Gabe

Winter Weather is Coming!

Denver's wild, winter weather is on it's way! Please make sure you don’t miss important alerts and inclement weather updates. If your phone number or email has changed, or you have blocked STEM communications, please contact info@stemk12.org or your child’s office to update your information and to ensure you receive all pertinent updates regarding school closures and information.

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ENRICHMENT AND ATHLETICS UPDATES ENRICHMENT AND ATHLETICS UPDATES

Athletics Updates

Please click the link below to read full updates from STEM's athletic director, Mrs. Jones.

MRS. JONES MESSAGE

Athletics Boosterclub is Now Live!

We’re excited to announce that the STEM Athletics Booster Club is officially up and running!


Joining is quick and easy — and your membership directly supports all of our athletic teams by helping provide much-needed equipment, team apparel, and more.


👉 Visit the STEM Athletics Website to join today!

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IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS

TSA Restaurant Night-Nov 18th

Theater Restaurant Night-Nov 20th

Skate City- (All grades welcome)- Nov 20th

Thanksgiving Break (No school)- Nov. 24-28th

Holiday Market- Dec. 6th
Elementary Winter Concert- Dec 9th
Secondary Winter Concert- Dec 16th

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Dine Out and Support Stem!

Who knew eating out could make such a difference?
Join us for STEM Restaurant Nights throughout the year — it’s an easy (and delicious!) way to support our amazing clubs and student organizations.

Each event partners with a local restaurant that donates a portion of the evening’s sales back to STEM. Whether you grab dinner with your family, order takeout, or meet friends for a quick bite, every meal helps fund student activities, events, and club initiatives.

Keep an eye on upcoming Restaurant Night announcements — and bring your appetite to support our students!


Mark. Your Calendars for Upcoming Restaurant Nights!


This Week: (Flyers Linked)

Panda Express- Tuesday, November 18th (TSA)

Freddy's- Thursday, November 20th, 4-8 p.m. (Theater Club)


#STEMProud #CommunitySupport #STEMClubs #DineOutForSTEM

IMPORTANT LINKS IMPORTANT LINKS

PARENTS PAGE
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS CALENDAR
2025-26 NEWSLETTERS
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ELEMENTARY NEWSLETTER ELEMENTARY NEWSLETTER

Message From Mrs. McElroy

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

MRS. MCELROY MESSAGE

Skate City Information

Skate City flyers were distributed last week. Please note there was a location error.
Updated flyers should be in your students' friday folder.

STEM's Skate City Night is Nov 20 from 5-7pm at the Littleton location.

5801 S Lowell Way, Littleton, CO 80123

🧥 Lost & Found is Overflowing!

It looks like a coat closet exploded in the building—and winter hasn’t even started yet! 😅 Our Lost & Found is bursting with jackets, hoodies, and water bottles just waiting to go home.

Before the cold weather hits, please take a moment to check for your student’s missing items so they’ll have everything they need to stay warm this season.

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SECONDARY NEWSLETTER SECONDARY NEWSLETTER

Message from Ms. Ridder

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

Ms. Ridder's Message

Mark your Calendars! Psuedo Snow Day-January 30, 2026

Secondary Students have earned a day off!

Our Secondary students have officially EARNED a psuedo snow day on Friday, January 30, 2026, after meeting their donation goal for the 2025 Color Party! Their hard work, enthusiasm, and community spirit made this achievement possible — Enjoy your day off, Spartans!

Student Travel Opportunities- Information Nights

Boston: Rising 8th Grade Students (current 7th grade families): Please join Mrs. Dillon on for an informational session about next year's 8th grade trip to Boston on Wednesday, Nov 19th. For more information and a link to her google meet please check you e-mail from Thursday, Nov 13th.


France: All high school students who are currently taking French or have taken it in the past are invited to join Mr. Cuellar for an information night about an exciting French Exchange Trip opportunity on Monday, November 17, at 6 p.m. in Room 145.

For more information, please refer to the email sent on Tuesday, November 11.

SCHOOL HOURS SCHOOL HOURS

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

STEM School Highlands Ranch
www.stemk12.org | info@stemk12.org | 303.683.STEM (7836)
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