NRE PRONGHORN PRESS

October 23 - Friday Late Start (first bell is 9:15am)

October 26-28 - 5th Grade Outdoor Ed

October 28 - SAC Meeting 8:45AM to 10:15AM

October 30 - Friday Late Start (first bell is 9:15am)

October 30 - Halloween Parade And Class Parties

We are excited for our upcoming Halloween Costume Parade on October 30th. To ensure everyone gets a great view and to make the event safer and more comfortable for our students, we are updating our parent viewing area this year.

In past years, parents gathered close to the school building, which created a very crowded space for our students as they marched. This year, we ask that all parent spectators line up along the perimeter of the playground track (marked green on map above).

All students will march in their costumes along the track, (blue line) giving every family a front-row view while keeping the path open and safe for our classes.

Summary of Details:

• Time: Parade starts at approximately 9:40am.

• Spectator Area: Around the inner and outer edge of the playground track.

• Student Parade Route: One full circle around the track.

• Reminder: Please keep the track clear so classes can move easily.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us make this a smooth and fun event for all of our students! We look forward to seeing you there.

Wednesday, October 28th, 8:45-10:15 in the library.

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Our incredible teachers and staff members pour their hearts into making Northridge a safe, inspiring, and wonderful place for our students every day. Now is your chance to show them how much their hard work means to your family!

The nomination window for the Douglas County School District Apple Awards officially opens on September 21. Being nominated by a student or parent is one of the most meaningful ways our staff members feel appreciated, valued, and loved for their dedication.

If a teacher, educational assistant, librarian, office team member, or support staff person has made a positive impact on your child this year, please take a few moments to fill out a nomination form!

Click Here to Nominate an NRE Staff Member

Thank you for helping us celebrate and uplift our amazing staff!

Happy Friday, NRE Families!

We hope everyone had a wonderful and relaxing fall break! It has been great welcoming our students back into the building as we get right back into our daily learning routines. The kids have jumped right back in with enthusiasm and focus!

4th Grade Animal Visitors

Our 4th graders had a special treat this week! Guests from Nature Educators came to visit, bringing several live animals to show our students. They discussed the amazing adaptations animals have to stay safe, hunt for food, and survive in the wild. Tucker the Burrowing Owl was an absolute favorite among the students! (see picture below)

Halloween Parade & Costume Info

Halloween week is almost here! We invite all families to come out and watch our annual Halloween Parade on Friday, October 30th at 9:40 AM. This kids love this event and showing off their costumes. Please be sure to read the "Halloween Celebration at NRE" in this newsletter for all the important details!

Mark Your Calendars: STEM Fair is Back and MORE!

We are excited to announce a special event returning this February!

In past years, Northridge Elementary (NRE) has hosted a STEM Fair. Last year, we were unable to reserve the Star Lab, so the event was paused. But this year, the Star Lab is back—and we are expanding the event into something even bigger!

We are combining our STEM Fair with a School-wide Curriculum Night:

• Explore the Stars: Step inside the mobile Star Lab planetarium!

• Hands-On Discovery: Stop by interactive science stations and dive into fun, hands-on experiments!
• Student Science Expo: Explore the amazing experiments and innovative projects created by our talented students.
• Connect with Teachers: Meet your child's grade-level team to discover practical strategies and tools to support learning at home.

We hope this will be a fun, engaging, and educational night for the entire school community. Mark your calendar for February 4th.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we dive into this busy, exciting season. We appreciate everything you do to help our school thrive and can’t wait to see many of you at the parade on Friday! Have a wonderful weekend!

Smiles,

Erin

This is something I am passionate about and proud that our district offers to our students. If you have time, I highly encourage you to stop by Legacy Campus and check out the automotive workshop, the architecture classrooms, the aviation learning labs and so much more! So many great opportunities for our kids.

Battle of the Books teams will be announced on Monday. Each student that tried out will receive a letter at the end of the day on Monday stating if they made the team or not. I will also send information home about a Parent Meeting to discuss the way the teams will work for those in the teams.

Thank you and good luck to everyone who tried out! I’m excited to start Battle of the Books!

Mary Peck

Mpeck@dcsdk12.org

November 2-6th

Book: Just in Case: Saving Seeds in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault

Author: Megan Clendenan

Illustrated by: Brittany Cicchese

Students can participate in our Author/Illustrator Visit (Nov 4th) Spirit Week (all week/see flyer) Art or Poetry contests (Due to Mrs. Peck by Nov 2nd) and a Toiletry Drive for Secor Cares!

**Explore the Seed Vault with your kids at home!**

Exploring the Seed Vault

Children's book author Andrea Wang will talk about growing up as the daughter of Chinese immigrants and her path from environmental scientist to author. She'll read from her picture book Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando, the story of the inventor of instant ramen, and invite the audience to explore its themes of experimentation, perseverance, and altruism through discussion and Q&A.

When: Saturday, October 24th, 10 am - 11:30 am MT

Where: Sakura Square Mezzanine Room, 1255 19th St., Denver (entrance on Larimer St.; parking included)

Tickets: $3 for K–12 students, $8 for adults and parents

These exciting opportunities are brought to you by the Foundation, and a portion of every ticket purchased directly supports Douglas County students, teachers, and schools!

You can also learn more and purchase tickets here:
https://www.foundationdcs.org/community-events

* If there is someone else at your school who is the best contact for sharing community opportunities, please reply with their name, position, and email address so I can update my records.

**Also, some of our partners provide free hard copy flyers for schools. If your school only communicates electronically and does NOT want/use these flyers, please let me know and I will take you off the distribution list!

Thank you for helping us connect families with these fun events while supporting our schools!

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Get onto a team for Battle of the Books...

Our Kitchen needs your help. Please consider signing up for a "regular" day and each week (as you are able) you can come in and be a consistent presence for the kiddos here at NRE! They love to see parents and grandparents in their school!

Here is the sign up! Lunchroom Help Volunteer Sign Up

We appreciate any help you can provide!

Thank you!!!

Bus # 56

Week of November 02 - November 06

How to Receive Emergency Messages from DCSD

Log into the Infinite Campus Parent Portal and click on the “person” icon in the top right-hand corner of the page. Navigate to “Contact Preferences” and review your contact information. If you see an incorrect phone number or email, please update it in Infinite Campus, or contact the registrar at your child’s school to request an update.

Mental Health Resources

Below is a list of resources, should you have a concern that a loved one (or yourself) may be experiencing behavioral changes, mood swings, depression, or suicidal thoughts over the break.

Call 911 if there is an immediate threat to the child or others

• 988 - Suicide and Crisis Hotline

• Call or text “988” any time, 24/7 for free, confidential support.

• Colorado Crisis Services: 1-844-493-TALK (8255)

• Trained Crisis Counselor Hotline: (844) 493-8255 or text “TALK” to 38255

• Chat online (open from 4pm-12am daily): Click Here

• Walk-in Locations (open 24/7): Location List

• Information About Types of Services and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Crisis Services

• DCSD Mental Health Intervention website

• Mobile apps for wellness and recovery

• Let’s Talk Colorado

• iMatter (free virtual counseling sessions)

Douglas County has an anonymous reporting system available at all times. Anyone with a concern for someone’s well-being or safety can use Safe 2 Tell (1-877-542-7233) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.