GOAT's Weekly Update-September 4th

It has been wonderful to see so much success happening throughout our building! Our students are finding their rhythm with classroom expectations and assignments, while our teachers continue dedicating their time and energy to helping every student learn, grow, and achieve greatness. We recognize that the beginning of a new school year brings a period of learning and adjustment for everyone, and we sincerely appreciate your flexibility, encouragement, and continued partnership.

Please continue reminding your students about the importance of arriving at school on time, following all school expectations—including our dress code—and working hard and trying their best each and every day. Your support at home makes a meaningful difference!

This week’s newsletter includes important information and reminders for our CSLA families. Be sure to read below for a fun and exciting announcement that demonstrates just how special CSLA is and what we can achieve when our students, staff, and families work together to support student growth and achievement.

As a reminder, there will be no school on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, September 8!

Have a safe and wonderful three-day weekend, and happy Labor Day! 🙂

Lindsay Lohmann
Principal

CSLA is GREEN! 💚

Please join me in congratulating our students and staff on their incredible accomplishments during the 2025–2026 school year! I am extremely proud to announce that our school’s outstanding achievement and growth on CMAS—the Colorado Measures of Academic Success—earned CSLA the state’s highest School Performance Plan Framework rating!

Each year, the Colorado Department of Education evaluates schools based on student achievement and academic growth on state assessments. This rating reflects the hard work, dedication, and collective effort of our students, staff, and families. We are incredibly proud of this achievement and grateful to everyone who helped our students reach new heights. Together, we are continuing our climb toward the summit! 🐐🏔️

Just like last year, we are continuing to build upon our students’ math strengths through weekly fluency practice! Beginning September 8, all K–8 students will complete math fluency homework each week. Homework will typically be assigned every Monday and must be returned by Thursday. Each assignment should take approximately 15–20 minutes to complete.

Consistent fluency practice helps students strengthen foundational math skills while improving accuracy, efficiency, and automaticity. These skills allow students to solve problems more confidently and successfully engage with grade-level mathematics.

We encourage families to sit with their students, discuss their strategies, and provide encouragement as they complete their work. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s math teacher. Thank you for partnering with us to build strong and confident mathematicians!

Be sure to check out our PTO calendar below to stay informed about events and meetings happening throughout the year! PTO offers a wonderful way for families to get involved, connect with our school community, and participate in the fun at CSLA. There are many volunteer opportunities and ways to help celebrate our amazing students and staff. We encourage you to sign up, attend a meeting, and join the fun— 💙 we love having our families involved!

Toys Are Not Allowed at School:

To help maintain a safe, focused learning environment, students in all grades at CSLA (PreK–8) should not bring toys to school. This includes popular squishy toys and NeeDohs. These items can be a significant distraction to learning, and some have popped at school, creating an additional safety concern.Thank you for helping us keep classrooms safe, focused, and ready for learning!

Tardy Reminder:

Students arriving after 8:06am are considered tardy. Please bring your student to the front of the building and check them in at the main office. Thank you for helping us start each day on time and ready to learn!

Monday Early Dismissal Reminder:

Every Monday is an early dismissal day at CSLA. Students are dismissed at 2:10 p.m. Please plan accordingly for afternoon pick-up. Thank you!

CSLA Dress Code Information:

All students are expected to be in approved CSLA dress code every day. Please review the handbook with your student and help ensure they arrive in appropriate attire. Students who are out of dress code will be sent to the office to change, and families may be contacted if needed. Thank you for helping our students arrive ready for a successful day!

The 2026-2027 Free & Reduced Meal Application is now available! Whether you believe you will qualify or not, ALL families are strongly encouraged to complete the application.

In filling out this form, you will recieve-

• $20 discount for completing the Free & Reduced application, regardless of whether your family qualifies.
• 50% discount on instructional materials for students who qualify for Free & Reduced meals.

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Students must be in a CSLA approved uniform each day. CSLA apparel is available for purchase through the main office. Please check our website for specific details.

26-27 CSLA Student & Parent Handbook

For more detailed information on school policies and procedures please review the Student & Parent Handbook.

Kindergarten-Level 8

Regular School Days (Tuesday-Friday):

8:00am-3:20pm

Early Dismissal Days (EVERY Monday):

8:00am-2:10pm

(Doors open at 7:55am)

PreK

Regular School Days (Tuesday-Friday):

8:20am-3:00pm

Early Dismissal Days (EVERY Monday):

8:20am-2:10pm

(Doors open at 8:15am)

Students will be dropped off on the south side of the building and walk to the back of the building whre the blacktop and basketball courts are. All students will enter through Door 3, in the back of the building, at 7:55am. School begins promptly at 8:05am. Any student who comes after 8:05am must check in at the main office and receive a tardy pass.

*PreK students will be the ONLY students dropped off and dismissed at the end of the day in the front of the building and must be signed in/out by a parent/guardian.

Students will be dismissed out the south side of the building, Door 2, starting at 3:20pm on regluar days and 2:10pm on Early Dismissal days. We will be using Driveline again this year to ensure a controlled and safe dismissal for our students.

Let us take your child from good to G.O.A.T!

Mission

We cultivate integrity, perseverance, collaboration, and excellence so every student can reach their summit.

Vision

We envision a community where every student climbs with confidence, leads with character, and graduates prepared to thrive as an outstanding achiever in high school, college, career, and beyond.

Email: llohmann@westminsterpublicschools.org
Website: http://westminsterpublicschools.org/csla
Location: 7001 Lipan Street, Denver, CO, USA
Phone: 303-428-8583
Facebook: http://facebook.com/ColoradoSportsLeadershipAcademy
Twitter: @LindsayLohmann5