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Dear Bea Underwood Families,

Welcome back to another exciting school year at Bea Underwood Elementary! We hope your summer was filled with rest, joy, and time spent with loved ones. As we begin the 2025–2026 school year, we are filled with enthusiasm and optimism for what lies ahead.

At Bea Underwood, we believe in unlocking every student’s potential by fostering a supportive, engaging, and academically challenging environment. This year, we are especially focused on building strong relationships with our students and families, as we know that success is built on trust, communication, and collaboration.

Our staff has been hard at work preparing to make this year one of growth, connection, and achievement. With our Cardinal pride, we are committed to providing an excellent education that meets each student’s unique needs, while nurturing their creativity, curiosity, and confidence.

We look forward to partnering with you throughout the year. Whether through school events, classroom activities, or simply connecting with your child’s teacher, we invite you to be an active part of our school community.

Together, let’s make this an unforgettable year of possibility, progress, and partnership.

With excitement and gratitude,

Amber Scott- Principal
Jessica Hartman - Assistant Principal

School Hours

• Tuesday - Friday

• Supervision for students begins at 7:35 AM

• School Start Time: 7:45 AM

• Tardy Bell: 7:50 AM

• Dismissal Time: 3:30 PM

• Office Hours: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  
  

Consistent school attendance is critical for student success. When students are present each day, they build strong learning habits, stay on track academically, and develop meaningful connections with their teachers and classmates.

Every day counts—and every Cardinal counts, too!

Together, we will make this a year filled with growth, discovery, and Cardinal pride.

Who to contact if your child doesn't want to come to school: Mrs. Jensen @ 970-285-5703

New Students to the District Only: Register at the District Office Tuesday-Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Parents and guardians only need to register their child if they are new to the district.

Garfield 16 Administration Office is located at 460 Stone Quarry Road Parachute, CO 81635

(970)-285-5700

All-Grades

Backpack

Tennis shoes for PE

2nd Grade Supplies

1 PRIMARY composition book

1 dozen sharpened pencils

1 pkg colored pencils

1 pkg 24 ct crayons

4 glue sticks

2 large pink erasers

4 dry erase markers

1 box kleenex

2 poly pocket folders w/ prongs

4th Grade Supplies

4 Pkg Sticky Notes – multi colored

2 Doz Sharpened Pencils

3 Wide Ruled Composition Books

3 Pocket Folders

6 Glue Sticks

4 Pkg Lined Index Cards

1 Pencil Sharpener w/Catcher

1 Pkg Colored Pencils

1 Lg Pink Eraser

4 Pack Dry Erase Markers

1 Large Box Kleenex

1 Set of 4 Highlighters

1 Medium Pair of Scissors

1 Package of Crayola Markers

1 Box of 24 crayons

1 Pencil Box or Bag

In an effort to speed up our drop off and pick up at Bea Underwood Elementary while keeping all students safe, please follow this guidance.

Adult supervision is provided in the Kiss and Go drop off and pick up area at BUE to ensure the safety of our students. There are NO Parking signs posted in the Kiss and Go Lanes.

1. As you enter the Kiss and Go lanes, please stay to the right to drop off children at the sidewalk.

2. Please DO NOT drop off or pick up children in the center lane as this is a safety hazard.

3. Parents are allowed to pass slower moving vehicles using the center lane.

4. Once your child has been dropped off or picked up, please use caution as you circle through the parking lot back onto Rainbow Trail.

5. Please DO NOT Park in the Kiss and Go lane. Parking is provided in the upper parking lot.

6. If you park in the lot please escort your child across the crosswalk.

7. Please DO NOT enter the bus loop or staff parking lot before or after school.

Thank you for your support in this, we all want our children to be safe and enjoy their school experience. If you have any questions or further concerns, please call the office at BUE at (970)285-5703.

Mrs. Scott and Ms. Hartman

Principal and Assistant Principal