STEM SPOTLIGHT

Please take a moment to read the following message from Executive Director, Ms. Kovalesky regarding the Elementary Principal transition.

STEM School Highlands Ranch is seeking candidates for the upcoming open Parent Seat on the KOSON/STEM Board of Directors. This is an opportunity to serve in a strategic governance role and help guide the long-term direction of our school community. The role of a board member includes the attendance of monthly meetings and serving on at least one committee.

KEY DATES

• April 1 – Candidate Interest Form becomes available

• April 1–17 – Candidate submissions accepted

• April 21 – Candidate Book published

• April 22 thru May 3 – Election cycle
  
  

HOW TO LEARN MORE

• Email board.chair@stemk12.org, and a Board member will respond.
  
  

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

You may run if you:

• Are a parent or legal guardian

• Have at least one student enrolled for the 2026–2027 school year

• Are able to commit to a three-year term (June 2026 – May 2029)
  
  

We encourage engaged and mission-aligned parents to consider serving. Your leadership could help shape the next chapter of STEM.

Looking to Make a Meaningful Impact at STEM?

STEM’s School Accountability Committee (SAC) is seeking new parent and community members for the 2026–2027 school year!

The SAC is made up of parents, teachers, and community members—people just like you—who want to help shape the future of our school. While every Colorado school is required to have a SAC, at STEM it serves as an important and meaningful way for families to get involved and make a difference.

The committee plays a key role in:

• Reviewing and supporting school improvement plans

• Providing feedback on instructional programs

• Making recommendations on school funding priorities

• Monitoring progress tied to accreditation with the Board of Education

Serving on SAC is a great opportunity to stay informed, share your voice, and help guide decision-making that impacts our students and school community.

If you are interested in learning more or getting involved, we would love to hear from you at sac@stemk12.org.

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY to order your 2025–2026 STEM School Highlands Ranch yearbook!

Don’t miss your chance to secure a copy and capture all the memories from this incredible school year. Purchase yours today using the link below before it’s too late!

Elementary: https://go.stemk12.org/7vmWRi

Secondary: https://go.stemk12.org/NHmxEz

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

STEM Summer Enrichment and Athletic Camps are an exciting way for students to spend their summer alongside peers while continuing their passion for learning and curiosity through hands-on experiences.

Camps are now available to view and register for on our website using the link below.

Dates for Athletic Summer Camps are also listed on the website for planning purposes. Registration links for athletic camps are not yet available, but we will share those details as soon as registration opens.

3/10: Secondary Conferences A-K Only: 4:30 p.m.

3/12: Secondary Conferences L-Z Only: 4:30 p.m.
3/13: Early Release K-12
3/16-3/20: Spring Break

Join us for the Remembrance and Resiliency Community Walk on Thursday, May 7. The walk will begin at 10:00 a.m. at STEM School Highlands Ranch and conclude with a community gathering at Central Park.

For additional details about the event, please reference the email that was sent to families on Friday, March 6 using the button below.

Mark your calendars for this year’s STEMFest Showcase on April 23 from 5:00–8:00 p.m.
This special evening will highlight the incredible work of our students as they share their Problem Based Learning (PBL) projects and artwork with the STEM community. Students from across all grade levels will showcase the problems they explored, the solutions they designed, and the creativity they brought to their learning.
In addition to PBL presentations, this year’s event will also feature STEM’s Art Show, providing an opportunity for students to display their artistic talents and celebrate the role creativity plays in innovation and learning.

The evening will include:

• Elementary student showcases from 5:00–7:00 p.m.
• Secondary student showcases from 6:00–8:00 p.m.

We invite families and community members to join us in exploring student projects, viewing artwork, and celebrating the curiosity, creativity, and hard work of our students. Additional details about student presentations will be shared in the near future.
We look forward to coming together as a community to support and recognize our students’ achievements.

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

Please click the button below to read full updates from Mrs. Ridder, Middle School Principal.

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