STEM SPOTLIGHT

In case you missed Mr. Cartier’s email update, please click the button below to learn more about the upcoming virtual information session and in-person tours of the potential new high school campus.

For 15 years, STEM School Highlands Ranch has been building a community rooted in curiosity, innovation, and possibility. This spring, we invite you to come together for "A Night to Ignite"—a milestone celebration that honors our journey so far while casting a bold vision for what’s ahead.

Join fellow families, supporters, and friends for an inspiring evening of connection, reflection, and forward-thinking ideas as we celebrate the impact of STEM and the future we are building together.

Saturday, April 25
6:00–10:00 PM

Mark your calendar—more details coming soon!

Earlier this year, we were thrilled to launch our new and improved STEM website—and now we’re just as excited to introduce the STEM Parent App! This new tool is designed to make staying connected, informed, and engaged even easier for our families. The app is now live and ready for you to explore! Search “STEM School Highlands Ranch” in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store to get started. From our schoolwide calendar and volunteer opportunities to the faculty directory, athletics, and more—you’ll have everything you need right at your fingertips.

Please welcome Joseph “Monti” Alimonti, our new School Resource Officer!

Monti has been with the Sheriff’s Office for nearly five years, including two years on patrol. Prior to his career in law enforcement, he proudly served four years in the United States Marine Corps.

Monti was drawn to the role of School Resource Officer because he believes in building positive relationships with students and helping them view law enforcement as approachable, supportive, and trustworthy. He is passionate about being a consistent and reliable presence for students and staff.

He is especially excited to join the STEM community because of its unique K–12 environment, which allows him to watch students grow from young learners into confident young adults. Monti is married and has two children—a son and a daughter—and is committed to supporting the safety and well-being of the entire STEM community.

If you see Officer Monti around the building or at events, we encourage you to say hello and welcome him to our STEM community.

Please click the link below to read full updates from STEM's athletic director, Mrs. Jones.

Spring registrations are open for the following:

HS: eSports, Boys Volleyball, Girls Golf, and Girls Soccer

MS: eSports

MS Girls Basketball is OPEN for registration (Due by 3/6) for a March-May League

Practices begin in late January (26th) for all eSports.HS sports begin practicing in mid to late Feb for Spring sports.

Be sure to register now to get on the team contact lists for any pre-season activities!

Please click the link below to be redirected to the registration page.

We’re excited to announce that the STEM Athletics Booster Club is officially up and running!

Joining is quick and easy — and your membership directly supports all of our athletic teams by helping provide much-needed equipment, team apparel, and more.

👉 Visit the STEM Athletics Website to join today!

Please click the link below to read full updates from STEM's enrichment coordinator, Mrs. Fitzroy.

1/13: Middle School Course Selection Information Night-5:30 p.m.
1/13: High School Course Selection Information Night- 6:30 p.m.
1/15: Spelling Bee- 4:00 p.m.
1/15: TSA Fleece for Fighters- 5:00 p.m.
1/16: Early Release Day-Blue
1/19: No School-MLK Day
1/30: No School K-12
1/31: High School Winter Formal
2/6: Multicultural Event Night

Families of 5th grade, Middle School, and High School students are invited to attend our Course Selection Information Night on Tuesday, January 13th in the Middle School Cafeteria.

• Middle School Session: 5:30 p.m.

• High School Session: 6:30 p.m.

Counselors will share information about required courses, pathway options, and available offerings at STEM. Following the Middle School presentation, counselors will be available in the Athletic Entry Hallway to answer individual questions.

Please note this evening is for informational purposes only. Course selection will take place at a later date.

STEM's multicultural event is Friday, February 6th from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate our diverse student population and learn more about the many cultures, traditions, art, music, dance, and foods represented in our STEM community.

We invite families to participate in this special evening! If you would like to:

• Share food

• Perform a dance or song

• Lead a craft or activity

• Represent your culture in another way

If you would like to participate please keep an eye out in next week's newsletter for the sign up form.

We look forward to celebrating together and learning from one another!

Please click the button below to read full updates from Mrs. McElroy, Elementary Principal.

Families, please note there will be no school on Friday, January 30th due to an Elementary Team Planning Day.

Please click the button below to read full updates from Mr. Alsup, High School Principal.

This is a reminder that there is no school for 6th–12th grade students on Friday, January 30th.

As a reward for meeting their fundraising goal during our Color Run fundraising week, secondary students earned an extra day off school—great work, Spartans!

BELL SCHEDULE

Secondary School (6-12): 8 AM - 3:30 PM

Elementary School (K-1): 8:10 AM - 3 PM

Elementary School (2-5): 8:10 AM - 3:10 PM

AFTER-CARE HOURS

B.A.S.E. (K-5) 6:30 AM - 8:05 AM and 3 PM - 6 PM

Secondary (6-12) After School Care: 3:35 PM - 5:30 PM