3/13/2025

• 3/17 - 3/21 - No School! Enjoy Spring Break!
• 3/27 - Restaurant Night- Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers 4-8pm
• 4/11- Silent Auction
• Make sure to check out all of the fun enrichment opportunities at the bottom of this blast!

Attention all 2nd-6th graders who want to start their day with some movement - join Running Club! Please click this link for an informational flier, and click HERE to register through MySchoolBucks.

Hey Explorers! Do you know of a current Mountain Vista Senior that is graduating this year? Please help us spread the word about our Heritage alumni scholarship! Heritage Elementary PTO is proud to offer a $500 scholarship to Heritage Alumni who are now graduating Mountain Vista Seniors. In order to be considered they need to complete the scholarship application linked below. All applications must be received by March 21st of the current school year for consideration.

Heritage Alumni Scholarship Application

Our 15th annual silent auction is April 11, 2025! We are in need a group of volunteers to join us in collecting and organizing donations, contacting businesses for donations and more! Many of these jobs can be done at home or on weekends!

Sign up here if you are able to help!

Dust off your finest hats, bow ties, and dresses—this year's auction is Kentucky Derby-themed, and we can't wait to see you there! Join us for an evening of fun, bidding, and Southern charm, all in support of Heritage PTO. Mark your calendar and prepare for an unforgettable night! Click here to buy your tickets now! All parents who purchase tickets by TOMORROW, March 7th will be entered in a drawing to win a FREE night stay at the LONE TREE GOLF COURSE HOTEL!

Exciting news! We're gearing up for the 15th Annual Auction this spring, and we can't do it without your help. Mark your calendars for our annual auction, happening on April 11, 2025. You won't want to miss it!

Here's how your family can play a pivotal role in making this event a huge success:

Donate Valuable Items: Your contributions can make a big difference. We welcome a variety of items such as retail products, professional services (think beauty treatments, home services, and more), gift cards, sports memorabilia, or anything you believe would excite our auction attendees.

Solicit Donations: Join us in reaching out to the businesses you frequent. We've attached a donation letter that you can drop off at your favorite stores or establishments to request their generous support for our auction. If you have a family business and want to support our school and community would greatly appreciate it.

Want to make a donation yourself? Please fill out this form!

Own a Business? Or do you have a Business Connection that would be proud to donate or sponsor something to our school? Check out our Business Sponsorship Opportunities

It's hard to believe that we are already thinking about events for next school year. We are in need of a few parents to help be the coordinator for our Explorer Kick Off Night and Fund Run. If you are interested, please email Katie Lawson, kmlawson@dcsdk12.org

Dine in or Drive-Thru, make March 27th an easy dinner night at Freddy’s (900 Sergeant Jon Stiles Dr) 4:00pm-8:00pm. Let them know that you’re with Heritage and 15% comes back to us!

Helping us earn up to $2500 is easy! Anytime you shop the Streets at Southglenn upload your receipts here: https://shoppingpartnership.com/southglenn/ Every dollar spent helps.

Kids can nominate their teacher to win a gift card and pizza party! Please email ashly@i-ortho.com and be sure they include specific examples of how their teacher inspires them. Please submit by March 31.

Click for more information: https://ptoheritage.org/ongoing-fundraisers.

Nutrition Services will be holding three regional parent forums to learn more about our department, the programs we offer, and the reasons behind our work. We will be hosting three evening sessions across the district in March and April. These sessions will provide an opportunity for thoughtful discussion, feedback, and questions about our program.

Please RSVP as registration is limited to 50 participants per forum.

Is your child interested in soccer? Soccer Shots is a great school aged program for kids ages 5-8. This program will meet every Thursday at Heritage from 3:40-4:25 for 6 weeks starting March 27th. To register, please visit den.soccershots.com. If you have any questions, please call 303-946-5972.

Does your kid love to draw or have an interest in drawing? Through step-by-step instructions students are able to learn the fundamentals of cartooning and explore ways to bring to life anything from inanimate objects and personalities to animals. Session meets every Monday starting, March 31 - May 12 from 3:30-4:30 pm at Heritage. Please visit strategickids.com to register. If you have any questions, please call 720-402-7758.

In this Sonic the Hedgehog Lego Class, you'll be constructing high-speed adventures with Sonic, Tails, and the gang while learning the secrets of speed and agility. This session meets every Friday starting April 4 - May16 from 3:30-4:30 at Heritage. To register, please visit strategickids.com. If you have any questions, please call 720-402-7758.

A program designed for beginners and seasoned players! Chess Club provides a learning experience that combines a new and engaging lesson each session, friendly gameplay, and opportunities to build new friendships! Session meets every Tuesday, April 1- May 13 from 3:30-4:30 at Heritage. To register, please visit strategickids.com. If you have any questions, please call 720-402-7758.

Highlands Ranch High School Cosmetology program has been hosting a monthly kids beauty night. The last one for the school year is on March 28th from 4:30-8:30 pm. They are doing some exciting things such as a haircut or accent highlight, pedicure and manicure, and many more! The cost is $50 and limited space so sign up today at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfig3uJCNPngg2liNoDSX-LXvMB0lUsodITSBiFf_EmDtE_cQ/viewform

The Foundation for Douglas County Schools has some great Community Events already lined up for our school community!

Detailed information can be found on the Community Event page of The Foundation's website. All tickets can be purchased directly from that page as well. Current offerings include tickets to the Colorado Rockies, Rapids, Avalanche, Air Force Falcons, Elitch Theme Park, Lone Tree Arts Center, DCPA and more - check back often for new opportunities to be added!

These are fun, discounted opportunities, and a portion of each ticket purchased goes back to DCSD!