STEM SPOTLIGHT

A huge THANK YOU to our STEM families for making this year's Trunk-or-Treat such a wonderful evening of community fun!

From the creative trunks and festive costumes to the smiles and laughter throughout the night, it was truly a memorable event!

A special thank you to our High School Student Government for organizing this fantastic event and to all of our STEM clubs and parent volunteers who went above and beyond to create such amazing, festive trunks for our families to enjoy!

We also want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who generously donated candy, volunteered their time, and helped make this event possible.

Your generosity, creativity, participation, and continued support are what make our STEM community so special!

We loved celebrating with our Spartan families and can't wait to do it again next year!

The 2026–27 Open Enrollment process begins tomorrow, and siblings of current STEM students receive enrollment priority during Round 1. Look for a detailed email in your inbox tomorrow with full information about the process and key dates. Current students are automatically re-enrolled and do not need to take action. Learn more at stemk12.org/enrollment/enroll.

The holiday season is the perfect time to show our amazing STEM teachers and staff just how much we appreciate them!

Our annual Staff Holiday Gift Card Program is back, and we invite our Spartan families to consider making a donation to help spread some holiday cheer!

All donations are combined into one collective fund and distributed evenly among STEM staff members in the form of gift cards. This is a wonderful way to recognize ALL the incredible individuals who work hard every day to make STEM such a special place for our students.

Donations are being accepted through December 7!

Participation is completely optional, and every contribution, no matter the amount, makes a difference! Gift cards will be delivered to staff before winter break, along with a holiday card recognizing our generous STEM families.

Help us say THANK YOU to our incredible STEM staff this holiday season!

Get ready to shop, celebrate, and spread some holiday cheer! STEM's UNICEF Unite Club is excited to host its annual Holiday Market, and we'd love for our STEM community to join us!

Come explore a variety of unique gifts, handmade creations, and goodies from local vendors while supporting our student-led UNICEF Unite Club!

Holiday Market Details:

📅 Saturday, December 12
⏰ 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📍 STEM School Highlands Ranch | Athletic Entrance
🎟️ Admission is FREE for shoppers!

Calling All Vendors!

Are you a crafter, artisan, small business owner, or someone with unique items to sell? We'd love to have you participate!

• Vendor Fee: $25

• Optional Table & Two Chairs Rental: $20

• Vendor Application Deadline: November 29
  
  

Interested in becoming a vendor? Complete the vendor application linked below to reserve your spot!

Not a vendor? Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and join us for a festive day of holiday shopping!

We can't wait to celebrate the season with our STEM community!

Get ready for an adventure filled with magic, laughter, and imagination!

STEM Theater is hard at work preparing a wonderful production of Peter and the Starcatcher, and you won't want to miss it!

This imaginative and hilarious adventure tells the story of how a young orphan boy becomes the legendary Peter Pan! Join a cast of unforgettable characters as they set sail on a journey filled with pirates, secret treasures, mysterious starstuff, and unexpected friendships. Packed with humor, heart, and a little bit of magic, this enchanting story reminds us that growing up is optional when you believe in the power of imagination!

Performance Dates & Times:

• Thursday, November 12: 6:00 PM

• Friday, November 13: 6:00 PM

• Saturday, November 14: 1:00 PM & 6:00 PM
  
  

Come support our talented STEM student performers and crew as they bring this magical story to life on stage!

🎟️ Get your tickets today using the link below!

We can't wait to see you at the theater! 💙💛

11/9-11/13: Scholastic Book Fair

11/11: 2027 Boston Virtual Informational Meeting
11/12-11/14: Peter and the Starcatcher Theater Production
11/17: TSA Fleece for Fighters
11/20: K-12 | Early Release
11/23-11/27: K-12 | Thanksgiving Break
12/1: Round 1 Open Enrollment Closes
12/9: Secondary Winter Concert
12/10: MS | Academic Awards Ceremony- Invite Only | Secondary Winter Concert
12/12: UNICEF Holiday Market
12/16: Elementary Winter Concert
12/18-1/4: No School Winter Break

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

Get ready for a week filled with books, imagination, and SPARTAN SPIRIT!

Next week, November 9–13, our Elementary Scholastic Book Fair is coming to STEM, and we're celebrating with a fun-filled Storybook Spirit Week!

Each day brings a new opportunity for our elementary students to show their school spirit, get creative, and celebrate the magic of reading!

📖 Check out the Spirit Week poster below for each day's theme, and come ready to join in on the fun!

We can't wait to see our Elementary Spartans bring their storybook spirit to life!

STEM School Highlands Ranch is collecting food for our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, and we’d love every family to join in! Each grade has been assigned an item so we can put together complete holiday meals for families in our community:

• Kindergarten: Canned fruits
• 1st Grade: Stuffing
• 2nd Grade: Cake or muffin mix with frosting
• 3rd Grade: Mashed potatoes and gravy
• 4th Grade: Canned green beans and corn
• 5th Grade: Mac and cheese
• Secondary: Any of the items above
• All Grades: $25 King Soopers gift cards are also welcome and help families pick up a turkey or fresh ingredients
  
  

Donations will be collected October 25 through November 18. Elementary students, please drop off your donations with your homeroom teacher. Secondary students, please bring your donations to the elementary front office. Every can and box makes a difference, so thank you for helping our neighbors enjoy a warm Thanksgiving!

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 Mrs. Ridder, Middle School Principal.

With the end of the semester approaching, we encourage parents and guardians to review their student's grades in Infinite Campus. If you notice missing assignments or have questions about grades, please don't make assumptions. Reach out to teachers via email for clarification. Let's work together to help students finish the semester strong!

Attention Junior and Senior Families!

In case you missed the November edition of Mrs. Myrick's College & Career Newsletter, we've got you covered!

Stay informed about important college planning updates, upcoming deadlines, helpful resources, and opportunities to support your student's journey beyond high school.

Click the link below to catch up on November's newsletter!

Calling all current 7th grade families!

Interested in learning more about the 2027 8th Grade Boston Trip? Join Ms. Dillon for a virtual information night to learn more about this exciting travel opportunity for our future 8th graders!

Date: Wednesday, November 11
Time: 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual Meeting

We encourage all interested families to attend!

Click the link below to join the virtual information night.

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