Colorado STEM Academy Newsletter
May 19, 2023
September 11, 2026
Updates for the Week Ahead
Happy Friday, families!
Here are a few quick updates and reminders for the upcoming week:
No School on Monday, September 14th: Enjoy the extended weekend! Staff will be on campus for a teacher work day, and students return on Tuesday, September 15th.
Fun Run Day is Wednesday, September 16th! Come out and cheer on your runners! Each class has chosen a fun theme, which your child's homeroom teacher will communicate directly to you.
Fun Run Schedule
8:20 AM: Team A (Wilhelm, Fritz, Mayns)
9:00 AM: Sayers, Studtmann, Barczi, Sorckoff
9:40 AM: Wine, Berry, Woodward, Knickerbocker
10:20 AM: Team B (Stock, Giovengo, Sayre, Klein)
11:10 AM: Jay Summers, Voss, Beckman, Tidd
Important Fun Run Spectator & Event Details
Arrival: Please do not sign in at the main office. Head straight to the track at your child’s designated run time, where their class will meet you.
Classroom Access: Parents will not be allowed inside classrooms before or after the run.
Early Sign-Out: If you wish to sign your child out early after their run, you may do so directly with their homeroom teacher at the track.
Daily Schedule: Students not signed out will resume their normal school day schedule immediately following the run.
We look forward to a great event! Have a wonderful weekend.
Pick up Reminder:
Monday September 14th: Non-Student Contact Day No School For Students
Tuesday–Friday: all students must be picked up by 3:40 PM
Need an Extra Tag or Replacement? Stop by the Irving Office during operating hours.
Chromebook Insurance due by October 1st to guarantee coverage, cannot be purchased after October 1st.
Asistencia en espanol: Please call: (303) 487- 2853 (se habla espanol)
Para asistencia en espanol a CSA (303) 487- 2853 (se habla espanol)
📅 Key September Dates 2026–2027 School Year
To help you plan ahead for the upcoming school year, please note our daily schedule and updates below. Our school hours remain unchanged for the new school year:
- September 16th Fun Run Run Day
- September 14th: No School for All Students
- September 17th 8th Grade Career Expo
- October 1st Final Day to Pay for Chromebook Insurance to have coverage
Run 4 Funds is Back (LETS EARN THAT FOAM PARTY AGAIN!) Updates coming on Dojo
PTA (Parent Teacher Association) BAAC (Building Accountability Advisory Committee) DAAC (District Accountability Advisory Committee)
PTA at Colorado STEM Academy for the 2026-2027 School Year
We have many exciting events to look forward to throughout the year! If you’d like to get involved, we warmly invite you to attend one of our upcoming PTA meetings. Children welcome and food provided.
Wednesday September 2nd
PTA Meeting 4:00-5:00
BAAC 5:00-6:00
Thursday November 12th
PTA Meeting 4:00-5:00
BAAC 5:00-6:00
Wednesday January 13th
PTA Meeting 4:00-5:00
BAAC 5:00-6:00
Thursday March 4th
PTA Meeting 4:00-5:00
BAAC 5:00-6:00
DAAC Opportunities for Parents
Shape the Future of WPS Schools! 🚀 Join the District Accountability Advisory Committee (DAAC) and share your voice on budget priorities, student success, and district improvement.
Commitment: 4 meetings per school year
Who: Parents, community members, and educators from every WPS school
👉Application Link Below
Español
¡Ayude a construir el futuro de las escuelas de WPS! 🚀 Únase al Comité Asesor de Responsabilidad del Distrito (DAAC) y comparta su opinión sobre prioridades presupuestarias, éxito estudiantil y mejoras del distrito.
Compromiso: 4 reuniones al año escolar
Quiénes: Padres, miembros de la comunidad y educadores de cada escuela de WPS
👉 Complete la solicitud abajo.
Run 4 Funds Run Day coming September 16th
Fall After School Clubs
Woodworking & Woodturning STEM Club
🪵 Get Hands-On with the Woodworking & Woodturning Club! 🔨
Union students will learn tool safety, wood characteristics, and technique while building custom projects—like kitchen items and utensils!
Quick Details:
Cost: $20 (Payable in cash at the office or via IC Parent Portal once accepted)
Sessions: 3 sessions available throughout the year (Re-apply for each session!)
Session 1 Dates: Sep 21, Sep 28, Oct 5, Oct 19, Nov 2, Nov 16, Nov 30 & Dec 7
Pick-Up: 3:10 PM end time; pick up at the flagpole no later than 3:15 PM
⚠️ Deadline to Apply: Friday, September 25th
(Note: Power & Hand Tool Permission Slip required before the 2nd class!)
👉 [Apply by clicking the link below.
Click the link below to register for Lego League.
Click the link below to register for Chess Club
District's Personal Communication Device Policy
📱 School Phone Policy Update for Next School Year!
Great minds think alike! You may have heard that our school district just passed a new district-wide phone policy. Because we’ve already seen the positive impact of limiting distractions in our classrooms, our school will be maintaining our current phone policy for the upcoming school year with some updates.
We are proud to be ahead of the curve in keeping our focus exactly where it belongs: on student learning, engagement, and building a strong community!
Parents and students, please take a moment to review the district's newly released policy here to see how it aligns with our campus expectations: Link Below
Thank you for your continued partnership in creating the best possible learning environment for our kids! 🦅✨
Immunization Information for the 2026-2027 School Year
Please see attachments for important immunization information and requirements for the 2026-2027 school year.
Student & Staff Celebrations
🎤✨ Celebrating Student Talent & Achievement! 📚🐝
Coming Soon!
📸 Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook and check out Class Dojo to see photos and more celebrations from across our school all year long. We love sharing the joy, pride, and accomplishments that make STEM such a special place to learn and grow! 💙
After School Clubs
Coming Fall 2026!
