STEM SPOTLIGHT

In case you missed CIO Matt Cartier’s recent update, please click the button below to learn more about the high school relocation process and how your voice matters.

Happy National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!

Deputy Monti has quickly become a well-known and valued presence around our school. We are incredibly grateful for all he does each day to build relationships, support our students, and help keep our school community safe. Thank you, Deputy Monti, for your dedication and service!

We’re excited to relaunch SpartMart, STEM School Highlands Ranch’s official online spirit wear store! The refreshed SpartMart features updated designs, improved quality, clearer sizing, and expanded options for everyday school spirit and STEM athletics. All items are made on demand and shipped directly to your home, making it easy to shop anytime throughout the school year.

👉 Shop SpartMart: www.spartmart.org

Booster Club members receive access to exclusive designs and a SpartMart discount as part of their membership. Thank you for supporting our students, teams, and the STEM community!

Thank you to all families who have completed the 2026–27 Intent to Return form and helped us plan for the upcoming school year. For families who still need to respond, the Intent to Return window closes February 17, and we encourage you to complete the form as soon as possible so we can finalize staffing and program planning for 2026–27.

There’s still time to sign up for the Potential High School Relocation Tours happening on Wednesday, February 11 and Wednesday, February 25 at 4:00 p.m. These tours offer an opportunity to learn more about future plans and see the proposed site firsthand.

For more details and to RSVP please visit the link below.
www.stemk12.org/academics/high-school/high-school-relocation/high-school-relocation-parent-tours

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

Spring registrations are open for the following:

HS: eSports, Boys Volleyball, Girls Golf, and Girls Soccer

MS: eSports

MS Girls Basketball is OPEN for registration (Due by 3/6) for a March-May League

Practices begin in late January (26th) for all eSports.HS sports begin practicing in mid to late Feb for Spring sports.

Be sure to register now to get on the team contact lists for any pre-season activities!

Please click the link below to be redirected to the registration page.

STEM Summer Enrichment and Athletic Camps are an exciting way for students to spend their summer alongside peers while continuing their passion for learning and curiosity through hands-on experiences.

Camps are now available to view and register for on our website using the link below.

Dates for Athletic Summer Camps are also listed on the website for planning purposes. Registration links for athletic camps are not yet available, but we will share those details as soon as registration opens.

Enrichment Camps include:

Camp Invention
Game Design
Lego Robotics Camp (Wise)

Lego Robotics Camp (FRC)
ES Theater Camp
MS/HS Theater Camp
Steve Spangler Science Camp
Quantum Computing Camp
Young Entrepreneurship
Insects
Drone Coding
Drone Soccer
Exploring Rainbows
Athletics Camps Include:
MS COED Basketball Camp
Elementary COED Basketball Camp
HS Boys Basketball Team Camp
HS Girls Basketball Team Camp
HS Girls Volleyball Team Camp
HS Boys Volleyball Team Camp

2/16: No School- President's Day

2/18: Skate City- 5 p.m.
2/18: SAC Meeting- 5:30 p.m.
2/20: ES Dance- 5 p.m.

2/25: ES Class Photos
2/27: Murder Mystery Dinner Theater- 5 p.m.

Wish Week is coming up Monday, March 2nd through Friday, March 6th! Be on the lookout for all the exciting events, restaurant nights, and fun and unique ways National Honor Society has organized to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation in helping grant wishes.

You can start supporting Wish Week now by purchasing your Wish Week t-shirts through STEM - Wish Week 2025-26. Don’t miss your chance to show your support.

Join us for STEM’s Got Talent on Thursday, March 5th at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church! The show begins at 5:30 p.m., and doors open at 5:00 p.m.

Come support our talented STEM students as they take the stage in support of National Honor Society’s Wish Week benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Purchase your tickets today — we hope to see you there!

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

Join the STEM PTC for our annual Elementary Dance on Friday, February 20th from 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Tickets are on sale now via the My School Bucks link below for $5.00 per person. A parent or guardian is required to attend with students.

Concessions will be available for purchase at the event, with proceeds supporting Elementary Student Government.
https://go.stemk12.org/zqSQyD

If you are a parent who would like to volunteer with set-up, take down, or ticket sales the night of please sign up at galaxy digital link below!
https://go.stemk12.org/xZu5cm

We hope to see you there!

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

STEM High School students have an exciting opportunity to work with Industry Simulation Education (InSim) on February 28 from 8:30-6:00 p.m. at STEM, during a one-day, hands-on engineering challenge. Students will work in teams to solve a real-world space engineering problem and present their solutions to a panel of industry professionals.

Participants will experience what it’s like to work as real engineers—collaborating, problem-solving, and communicating in a fast-paced, professional environment. All materials are provided, lunch and snacks are included, and the cost is just $15 per student.

This is a unique opportunity for students interested in engineering, space, and STEM careers to build skills, confidence, and real-world experience beyond the classroom.

Registration required at the link below:
https://www.insimeducation.com/events-sdc/co-sdc

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