Friday Update

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• Sept 7, NO SCHOOL- Labor Day
• Sept 8, HS Learning Lab | 5th grade Eco Experience
• Sept 9, K-8 Learning Lab | 5th grade Eco Experience

• Sept 10, HS Learning Lab | Home Teacher Wellness Walk 9:00AM | Running Club 4:00-4:30PM
• Sept 11, Friday Fun Club 1:00-3:00 PM PGA Playground

Parking lot safety is a point of emphasis as we start the new school year. We clarified expectations for students about parking lot safety this week, and we would like to share with parents as well so that you can help model safe behavior for all of our learners. This includes:

• Using the crosswalk to safely move between the school and parking lot.
• Students should only enter cars in the pickup lane in the portion of that lane that runs parallel to the south side of the school.
• Students should only enter cars in the pickup lane from the passenger side of the vehicle. Entering from the driver's side is unsafe since cars will be driving by in the drive-thru lane.
• Students should walk calmly in all spaces outside.
• Parents should drive slowly in the parking lot.

We know that you are excited to see your students at the end of the day, but we will follow these expectations to promote safety for all, and this helps to create a faster pickup experience for all.

Please be ready to pick up your student(s) at 4:00pm each Monday or Friday. Our staff are only on contract until 4:15pm, so your timely arrival to pick up students is very appreciated by our staff and allows them to return home to their families on time.

Weekly & Monthly Opportunities to Partner

Check out our Pioneers in Action! Use the link to discover all the incredible things happening with PGA students.

Tip of the week:

🌟 Look Beyond the Behavior!🌟

💬 Behavior is communication!
When your child is having a tough moment, they may be trying to tell you something.

🧘 Your calm can help create their calm.
Take a breath, slow down, and connect before you correct.

🏡 Little Changes = BIG Difference!

• ⏰ Give a heads-up: “5 more minutes, then it’s time to clean up!”

• 🎯 Keep directions simple

• ⭐ Notice the good: “I love how you got started right away!”

• 🧩 Offer choices: “Do you want the blue pen or pencil for this sheet?”

• 💕 Build in connection: A quick cuddle, high-five, or 5 minutes of special play can go a long way.

• 🌈 Create predictable routines: Knowing what comes next can help children feel safe and prepared.

• 🧘 Make space for calm: Create a cozy spot where your child can take a break and reset.

Opportunities to Partner:

🚶🏿Home Teacher Wellness Walk 🚶🏽‍♀️September 10 | 9:00 AM

Join other Home Teachers as we walk the Spring Creek Trail and get to connect with other families in our community.

📚Friday Fun Club 📚 September 11 |1:00-3:00 PM| PGA Playground | RSVP Here
For September’s Friday Fun Club, we’ll be gathering at PGA! Evie, the mobile library bus, will be joining us, giving students the opportunity to check out books, sign up for a library card, and explore everything Evie has to offer.

We’ll also have a bookmark-making activity and a variety of crafts for students to enjoy. It’s a wonderful opportunity for students and families to connect, create, and have some fun together!

💻Learning Lab💻 Wednesdays | 9:00–11:00 AM | Room 118
A weekly space for students and Learning Coaches to work and learn together. Enjoy a quiet place to focus, get in-the-moment support from teaching staff, and collaborate with other families.

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PGA Counselors:

K-12 Mental Health Specialist = Beth Shefcyk

• High School 4-Year Career and Academic Guide

• PSD Post High School Planning Guide

Grade Level or School-wide Updates

Upcoming Events

• Boettcher Scholarship application is open. Application deadline is 11/1/26

• Click here for information regarding this highly competitive scholarship

• Daniels Scholarship open until 10/15/26

• Click here for information regarding this highly competitive scholarship

SENIORS - Important YEARBOOK Information

1. Colorado Youth Outdoors CORE: want to get your child off their screens and engaged in outdoor activities with you? CYO teaches fishing, survival/orientation skills, fly tying, shooting sports, and archery while fostering healthy relationships with their adult. 12 week sessions are 1 night per week from 5:30-7:30. Scholarships available.

2. Free Therapy for Colorado Youth: iMatter provides up to six free therapy sessions for any Colorado youth 18 and younger, or 21 and younger who are receiving special education services. This Mental Health Awareness Month, support mental health wellness for youth, and visit IMatterColorado.org to sign up for in-person or telehealth services in English, or YoImportoColorado.org for services in Spanish. Youth 12 and older can sign up for services without parent or guardian consent. Youth 11 and younger can have their parent/guardian sign them up.

3. Community Resource Packet: comprehensive list of local resources for families.

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