BCE Tidbits
November 12, 2026
Adopt a Family
This year, we are partnering with The Backpack Society to adopt six local families who would benefit from extra support during the holiday season. Each grade level will be adopting one family.
Please be on the lookout for sign-up information next week from your child's teacher. Any contribution, big or small, will help make the holidays brighter for these families, and we greatly appreciate your support.
We ask that all gifts be brought in by December 4th.
Thank you for helping us make a meaningful difference in our community this holiday season.
BACKPACK SOCIETY ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
This year, we’re asking for your help with our biggest Colorado Gives goal yet: $60,000 to provide five months of groceries for local children and families.
You can donate here:
Colorado Gives is open now through December 8th, and every gift is amplified by the Colorado Gives Incentive Fund. If you’re able, please consider a donation to help us reach our goal.
Golden Guest Before School Event
Bear Canyon is inviting students to have a "Golden Guest" (think grandparent or other trusted older adult) of their choice bring them to school on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Golden Guests are welcome to come to the gym at 8:10 AM for some coffee and a donut. When the 8:30am bell rings, students will hug their guests goodbye and head to classrooms to begin their day of learning. Because of security logistics, golden guests are only invited into the gym. This is just a fun way for the special golden individuals in your student's life to have a sweet start to the day.
Please let us know if your golden guest would like to attend here (free of cost): https://golden-guest-rsvp-2026.cheddarup.com/
3RD GRADE! 11/20 IS FRIDAY FUNDAY!
What is Friday Funday?! Every month the PTA asks for donations from one grade to help fund a fun treat for the BCE Teachers & Staff. 3rd grade is up for the month of November!
Please make a donation towards a yummy treat for the BCE Staff HERE!
Thank you for helping make our staff feel extra special!
CONGRATULATIONS to our Energy Bus FastPass Recipients: FastPass students are nominated by a teacher or staff member for exceptional demonstration of one or more of our Energy Bus principles. This is a special privilege for students who are going above and beyond to show that they are leaders and are "Being the Driver'' of their own bus. FastPass recipients have their picture taken with either Mrs. Sullivan or Mrs. Bower, receive a certificate and get to choose a special prize. Nominations will continue so watch for future recipients as well! Congratulations to our most recent FastPass winners:
EZRA
Everyday at recess Ezra makes conversation and is a great friend to another non-verbal student. It's so sweet that he takes the time to talk with and complement this student even though he can't respond. I am so proud of you, Ezra. ~Ms. Marie
Need a Holiday Gift idea? Check out Lifetouch Discounts
Dear Parents,
As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!
- 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code GREAT50
- 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code GREAT40
- 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code GREAT30
Valid through 11/30/26
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account, find your student and order using your student's student ID number (if available at your school). Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!
-More about the SmileSafe program here.
Discovery Program - Applications are Open!
The DCSD Elementary Discovery Program is a center based gifted program designed to meet the needs of highly advanced gifted elementary school students (grades 2 - 6) who require intensity of instruction and acceleration beyond what can reasonably be expected from gifted programming and services provided through their school. Click HERE for more details. Application Deadline: December 11, 2026.
Kindergarten Admissions and Open Enrollment for the 27/28 school year!
Parents, if your family is open enrolled at Bear Canyon and would like to apply for your Kindergarten student to attend Bear Canyon for the 27/28 school year, you must complete the Admissions Process.
Please complete this process by January 11th.
Questions? Click HERE for the Kindergarten Admissions process.
If you have open enrolled your child in BCE and they want to attend Mountain Ridge Middle School you will need to complete the Open Enrollment process. Link is found below.
Do you know anyone who lives outside of our BCE neighborhood boundaries, but they would like to attend Bear Canyon? Please pass on the news that Open Enrollment is opening soon. They can begin the Admissions process on the Bear Canyon Elementary or DCSD website.
First Round Open Enrollment for the 27/28 school year opens on November 2rd at 8am and closes on December 1st at 4:00pm.
Click HERE to begin the process.
Want to make a big difference in a short amount of time?
The Watch D.O.G.S. program is a great way for dads, grandfathers, uncles, and father figures to get involved at Bear Canyon. Not a Dad? No worries, we welcome Heroes of the Hallway™and Moms of Marvelous Students too! Whether you're helping with crosswalk duty, recess, or just being a positive presence on campus, your time makes a difference.
Please click HERE to sign up
4th & 5th Grade Band and Orchestra
Please click HERE for information!
Do you have questions? Email the Bear Canyon band and orchestra teachers!
Band Director: Eliot Sale: esale@dcsdk12.org
Orchestra Director: Aaron Adams: aaron.adams.musiclessons@gmail.com
Register: www.mveim.org
BCE Choir
Grades: 1st-5th
Email Mr. Sale to register
The Createry Workshop
Each session offers a different variety of arts and crafts. We also throw in a little science, engineering and math just for funzies!
Grades K-5th
Every Monday, except non-student days
3:30-4:30pm
Click HERE to register
Kidstage
Hi Everyone!
Our class starts soon! Please register early as space is limited!
"How The Grinch Stole Christmas"
Follow the curious and kind-hearted Cindy Lou Who as she questions the true meaning of Christmas in a town dazzled by lights, gifts, and tradition—while the infamous Grinch plots to steal it all away from the snowy slopes of Mount Crumpit.
Filled with colorful characters, playful narration, music, and laugh-out-loud moments, this production explores themes of compassion, belonging, and redemption, reminding audiences of all ages that the spirit of Christmas isn’t found in presents, but in connection, kindness, and community.
Perfect for families and holiday audiences alike, this charming performance delivers festive cheer with a meaningful message that lingers long after the final bow.
Dates/Times
THURSDAYS from 3:30 pm – 5:15 pm
10/22 - 12/10 (skip 11/26)
Show on 12/10/26 at 6:30pm in the Bear Canyon Gym
Registration link
Bear Canyon - How the Grinch Stole Christmas
If you have any questions, simply reply to this email. Registration for this class is $225.