Mrs. Manzanares Message

Dear Elementary Families,

What a wonderful way to celebrate the Halloween season! Friday’s Halloween parade and festivities were filled with creativity, excitement, and plenty of smiles. It was such a joy to see our students showing off their costumes and enjoying the celebrations together. Thank you to our families, staff, and volunteers who helped make the day so special!

As we enter this busy season of school events, holiday preparations, and family activities, I encourage you to slow down when you can and enjoy the little moments with your loved ones. Often, those are the memories that make this time of year so meaningful.

Thanksgiving Food Drive | October 26 – November 18

Our Elementary Student Council is hosting our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive to support families at a local school this holiday season.

Our goal is to provide 50 Thanksgiving food baskets, and we would love your help in making that happen!

Families are encouraged to donate the designated item for their student's grade level:

• Kindergarten: Canned fruit

• 1st Grade: Stuffing

• 2nd Grade: Cake mix with frosting or muffin mix

• 3rd Grade: Mashed potatoes and gravy

• 4th Grade: Canned green beans and corn

• 5th Grade: Macaroni and cheese

• All Grade Levels: $25 King Soopers gift cards
  
  

Donations can be sent to school with your student and collected in their classroom. Secondary students and families are also welcome to contribute any of the items listed above.

Every donation, big or small, helps us share the spirit of generosity and make the holiday season a little brighter for families in our community.

Scholastic Book Fair | November 9–13

Get ready to fall in love with reading! Our Scholastic Book Fair is just around the corner, and we can't wait to share the excitement of discovering new books with our students.

We need your help to make the Book Fair a success! We're looking for parent volunteers to assist throughout the week. Whether you can give a little time or a lot, your support makes a difference!

Sign up to volunteer:
https://stemk12.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1329393

Thank you for helping us create a fun and memorable experience that inspires a lifelong love of reading!

Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and school community. As always, please remember to review your child's weekly teacher communication for important classroom updates, reminders, and upcoming events.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend!

In partnership,

Jessica Manzanares
Elementary Principal
STEM School Highlands Ranch