Summit Elementary

The luck of the Irish, 4-leaf clovers, rainbows, leprechauns, and pots of gold! March is full of lucky little symbols! What is luck other than chance? Have you ever given luck credit for results? Positive results = lucky me! Negative results = unlucky fate! It feels good when luck is on your side and things are going your way! If things don't turn out the way you hoped, it can be tempting to shake an angry fist in luck's direction and blame bad luck for your misfortune!

The times when it is most tempting to give luck credit is when the results are misaligned with our work. When we have worked hard, tried our best and given it all, but we still come up short; it must be bad luck that has driven the outcome! The same can be true when we see good fortune finding others even when they don't seem to be working hard enough to deserve such positive results! They must have good luck tipping the scales in their favor!

At Summit, one of our expectations is to be PURPOSEFUL! This means we are working to take all credit away from luck! The results belong to us - good, bad or indifferent! It is up to us to create the circumstances for the best results! This means that when results exceed our expectations or when the final outcome falls short despite our best efforts that it isn't luck, but rather opportunity that is tipping the scales! Each situation provides us with a new opportunity! We must take intentional and purposeful steps forward! Our 'GOOD LUCK' is limitless if we continue to be purposeful with all our actions turning every outcome into a positive pathway!

Lucky us and all the opportunities that lay ahead hidden in obstacles and shining bright in our successes! ~ Katie Rexford, Principal

Spring is right around the corner! All that means is that we have to be ready for anything, and we are ready for EVERYHTING! Below are some of the big things coming up! Mark your calendar and don't miss a thing!

March 10...SOS Meeting at 4:00! All are welcome!

March 11...1st and 2nd grade will travel to the Pikes Peak Fine Arts Center to see a play!

March 12...Spring Picture Day! Class pictures will be taken along with those interested in individuals!

March 12...EA will host a Living Wax Museum!

March 13...Literacy Night from 5:00 - 7:00! Plan on coming!

March 13...2nd and 3rd Graders begin their E3 program!

March 17...Summit Singers will perform at the District Music Concert at 6:00pm at the High School!

March 19...Read-a-Thon Kick Off!

March 21...Constituting America presentations for 4th - 6th graders

March 21...Read to Seniors - we will invite our Seniors from Teller County to read with students!

March 21...3rd Quarter Report Cards come home!

March 22 - March 30...No School! Enjoy your spring break!

April 3...Chevy Cavalier is going to visit with our kindergarteners!

April 4...9-1-1 Dispatch presentation for 1st graders!

April 4...Hat Day!

April 5...Destination Imagination teams compete at the state competition!

April 8...State testing begins!

These are just some of the biggest items that are happening! Events are subject to change! Stay in the know by reading e-mails, checking GOLD folders, and reaching out if you have any questions! The number for the front office is 719-686-2401! Not to mention, you can always e-mail me at krexford@wpsdk12.org!

We will share in reading the winning book National Park Mystery Series: Mystery in Rocky Mountain National Park by: Aaron Johnson as a school during our Read-a-Thon!

I will kick off the Read-a-Thon by starting the book with each of our classes! We have a copy of the book for EVERY family and we will send children home with their copy on Wednesday March 19th! I want to encourage families to read the book together! Have older children read aloud to younger children! Start a family tradition of reading a chapter together before bed or before school! Let's come together by sharing a story with one another!

Congratulations to our top spellers - Ember R. in 4th grade and Anna C. in 5th grade! All of our participants did an amazing job! I am looking forward to future spelling bees!

During the Regional Competition for Destination Imagination (DI) a special award was given to the entire Community of Divide! The Spirit of DI has been awarded to individuals and teams that exemplify the characteristics of teamwork, collaboration, perseverance, and creativity! This award has never been given to a whole community...until NOW! Destination Imagination was blown away by the enthusiasm, teamwork, commitment, and comradery of our school and community! We had 18 students competing in the tournament! I was so proud of our children, our families, our staff, and our community! We didn't do anything special, we were just being EAGLES - Respectful! Purposeful! And Proud!

What makes Summit special was apparent to everyone at the tournament! I am so proud to be a part of this tremendous community! Keep up the great work and congratulations! Let's keep spreading this positivity...people notice!

Project Cerberus (Max W., Richie V. Everett E.) - Did a fabulous job and placed 5th!

The DI Pizza Pups (Sarina R., Alaina A., Jackson W., Jaron R., Jojo D., Anna C.) - Did a fabulous job

and placed 5th!

The Rockin’ Red Apples (Jaxson D. Sawyer E., Dean C., Liam M.) - 3rd Place and going to State!

The DI AI’s...Actual Intelligence (Cara R., Dayton O., Lana O, Lola G., Amelia R.) - 1st Place, Best

Name Award, Spirit of DI and going to State!

Our children did a wonderful job! I am proud of the hard work that they have put in all year preparing for this tournament! A huge thank you to Mrs. Frick as she has trained them well and given them the skills they need to succeed!

We meet the 2nd Monday of every month. Our next meeting is Monday March 10 at 4:00 and all are welcome! Children are welcome! Our goal is to come together as a school community to support Summit in all aspects! We will look ahead to all of our opportunities and work together to provide the very best for our children! See you there!

Can't come in person?! Join us remotely! CLICK HERE

This is the Summit PTA, PTO, Parent Group, Booster Club...pick the name that you relate to! We are here to come together and strengthen our school! Do you have something to share with us so we can be better? Click the link below and your comments. ideas, and suggestions will come up during our meeting!

We will take class pictures on Wednesday March 12! Students can also pose for an individual photo. Only students who have turned in the picture form will have their individual photos taken. Please let your classroom teacher know if you want your child's picture taken.

You can order photos online by CLICKING HERE and using code: 0014TDA

If you want to order a class picture only, it is Package 8 and it is listed with the other options.

Join us at Summit on Thursday March 13 from 5:00 - 7:00 for our Elementary Literacy Night! We will have...

• Pizza for dinner!
• Irish Dancers from 5:30 - 6:00!
• Books to give away!
• Games to win!
• Activities for the whole family!

We have tips and tricks to share as you help your children grow as readers! Don't miss this wonderful event!

Starting March 3rd staff songs will go head to head and our children will vote on their favorite song to move forward! Each morning, the winning song will be announced! The brackets have been created and we are ready to see which song makes it to the top of the list!

Talk to your child about the songs they are hearing and which ones they voted for each day! I love hearing new and different songs! It is always interesting to see which song our children pick as the ultimate winner of Musical March Madness!

It is already time to think about the end of the year! You can order your yearbook now by CLICKING HERE and entering code: 90787H

If you have any questions, reach out to Mr.Schrag at tschrag@wpsdk12.org! Mr. Schrag has been working with our 6th graders during enrichments to put together a memorable yearbook for the whole school! I can't wait to see what they have created!

We have already put our snow day packets to good use! All students have hard copies of activities in their GOLD Folder. In the event of a school closure, students should complete 1 ELA and 1 Math activity. Students will turn the completed work in on the next school day. Everyone did a great job with this on our last snow day!

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to your classroom teacher, to Ms. Brown at abrown@wpsdk12.org or to me at krexford@wpsdk12.org.

This month our Capturing Kids Hearts lessons will be focused on PERSEVERANCE! As we round into the end of 3rd quarter we want to support students in continuing to develop their skills to push through challenges and work towards the finish line! Our children are amazing and they can do anything!

"Perseverance is like a muscle; the more your use it, the stronger it gets!' - unknown

The Colorado Department of Education wants to honor the best teachers in the field! Do you have a teacher that has made a lasting impact? Shouldn't they be recognized for their hard work and commitment? You can honor them by submitting a nomination for Colorado Teacher of the Year! The form is short and simple! Let's celebrate those who are making a difference every day!

It's that time of year again! It's time to register your students for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.

Please visit the WPSD Registration page for detailed information on registration windows, school zones, and more. Early registration is key to planning for classroom sizes, the number of classes offered, and the number of teachers and staff necessary for a successful year. We are excited to continue partnering with you and your family in helping your children reach their goals!

To update your household and contact preferences, log into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account. If you are unable to log into your Parent Portal account, please click here to request an account or have your password reset.

• To update your address, click MENU > MORE > ADDRESS INFORMATION > UPDATE.

• To update your household phone number (usually the parent's number who filled out the OLR), click MENU > MORE > ADDRESS INFORMATION > UPDATE.

• To update your cell, home, work or other numbers for the household family, click MENU > MORE > FAMILY INFORMATION > UPDATE .

• To update/add/remove non-household contacts or emergency contacts, click MENU > MORE > DEMOGRAPHICS > UPDATE or ADD.

• To remove a household member from the household, email the district registrar: registration@wpsdk12.org

Ever wonder who is who and what they do at Summit?! We have the best staff around and it is exciting to be on this educational journey together with you and your family! You should know who is a part of your child's education! Click on the button below and see a list of the Summit Staff and what everyone does around the building! If you ever need to e-mail anyone, our e-mail is firsinitiallastname@wpsdk12.org. For example Katie Rexford is krexford@wpsdk12.org!

A day here, a day there! A little late maybe! Leave a little early!

There are reasons that take us out of school! I will always support family needs and student health and well-being! However, the more consistent students are with attendance, the more successful they will be! They are learning routines and practicing structure! We are intentional about making our time meaningful. Every time a child is absent, it impacts their learning! We are establishing work habits and we want our children to be able to be productive Monday - Friday! Plus we miss them when they aren't at school!

If you need help making that happen, reach out! I am your partner in learning and we can find solutions together! Thank you for your partnership in getting our children to school on a regular basis!

The district has partnered with Champions to provide before and after school care options for our families! If you have any questions you can reach out directly to the site supervisor Audra Boe by e-mailing her at audra.boe@discoverchampions.com.

Champions also has a child care available throughout the summer! Check out the flyer for more information!

Champ Camp

Our children are still relying on us to help them make the best choices as they prepare for the day! I trust our parents and your judgement as you send your children to school ready to learn! A few things to keep in mind as a general rule of thumb when it comes to clothes...

• No pajamas or costumes (save those for special reward days)!
• Don't reveal any B's - bellies, bottoms, or bras!
• Shoes for playing and running!
• Easy for students to use the restroom (i.e. rompers might be hard for some girls because they can't unzip themselves)
• Nothing that is going to take their attention away from learning!
• Makeup is not necessary at our level! Our children are already as lovely as can be!

Thank you for your support and know that I am here to be your partner as we set our children up for success as studious learners!

If you see it and you think it...SAY IT! With a focus on perseverance this month, let's show our gratitude and appreciation for one another! Words of encouragement can keep everyone working through obstacles and keep going!

Thank you K-Kids for creating these Gratification Stations so we continue a culture of GRATITUDE and APPRECIATION!

Our K-Kids have been collecting pop tabs to support the Ronald McDonald House! We recently emptied our our collection cube! As a Summit Community we turned in over 170 pounds of pop tabs in support of the Ronald McDonald House! Let's fill that bin back up!

Keep poppin' those tabs and sending them in!

Our children have a long day of learning! We appreciate families sending in healthy snacks for their children to munch on to get them through the day! Our children that ride the bus have an EXTRA long day! They are welcome to have an additional snack at the end of the day! If your child(ren) ride(s) the bus, please send a little extra something for them at the end of the day!

Healthy Snack Examples:

• Trail Mix
• Piece of Fruit
• Cut Veggies
• String Cheese
• Granola Bar

If you ever need help providing a snack, please reach out and we will help!

We have an online store where families and friends can order Summit Swag and have it shipped directly to your home! Click the link and start your shopping!

LET'S SHOP

Try it out and please share your feedback! We want everyone to have the opportunity to show their Summit pride!

Check out flyers for numerous activities around the school and around the town by going to the DISTRICT VIRTUAL BACKPACK!

Our check in system is called - Raptor! It allows us to check volunteers and visitors into the building. In order to check you in, we must use your license. Please bring your license with you when you come to volunteer or visit! Thank you!

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Check out the district calendar! Please try and schedule your family fun with school in mind!

School hours are 7:55 - 3:00

Drop off from 7:40 - 7:55

Pick Up at 3:00

Bus Pick Up at 3:50 (with after school opportunities available)

Email: krexford@wpsdk12.org
Website: www.wpsdk12.org/summit
Location: 490 Meadow Park Drive
Phone: (719)686-2401