STEM SPOTLIGHT
STEM SPOTLIGHT 1/11/2026
STEM's Multicultural Night - DATE CHANGE!
STEM's Multicultural Night is Thursday, February 12th 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
We look forward to celebrating together and learning from one another!
Join Matt Cartier's Virtual Information Session- 1/15/2026
Join CIO Matt Cartier on Thursday, January 15, at 1:00 p.m. for a virtual information session to learn more about STEM’s plans to relocate the high school and the exciting opportunities this transition will offer our students for years to come.
The STEM Parent App is Live-Download Today!
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.
ENRICHMENT AND ATHLETICS UPDATES
Athletics Updates
Please click the link below to read full updates from STEM's athletic director, Mrs. Jones.
Spring Registrations Are Now Open!
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.
Athletics Booster Club is Now Live!
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!
Enrichment Updates
Please click the link below to read full updates from STEM's enrichment coordinator, Mrs. Fitzroy.
IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS
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: Virtual Meeting with Matt Cartier- 1:00 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
1/24: NHS Dutch Bros Restaurant Night- All Day
1/30: No School K-12
1/31: High School Winter Formal- 7:00 p.m.
2/12: Multicultural Night- 5:00 p.m.
TSA Fleece For Fighters-January 15th 5-6:30 p.m.
Blanket Making Party
Join us on Thursday, January 15th from 5-6:30 p.m. to help create blankets for children in hospitals across Colorado! This is a fun opportunity to give back to the community.
High school students can earn volunteer hours by participating. A minimum donation of $10 or equivalent fabric value is required, and RSVP is required to attend.
Bring friends, hang out, and help make a difference. Please RSVP and donate using the links below.
Middle & High School Course Selection Information 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.
IMPORTANT LINKS
ELEMENTARY NEWSLETTER
Message From Mrs. McElroy
Please click the button below to read full updates from Mrs. McElroy, Elementary Principal.
Hearing and Vision Screening-Volunteer Opportunities
Our School Nurse, Mallory Jimenez, was recently named a Douglas County School District Rockstar—congratulations, Mallory!
Elementary Vision and Hearing Screenings will take place on February 10th, and our rockstar could use your help. Please consider signing up to volunteer using the Galaxy Digital link below.
No School January 30th
SECONDARY NEWSLETTER
Message From Mrs Ridder
Please click the button below to read full updates from Mrs. Ridder, Middle School Principal.
Hearing and Vision Screening-Volunteer Opportunities
Our School Nurse, Mallory Jimenez, was recently named a Douglas County School District Rockstar—congratulations, Mallory!
Secondary Vision and Hearing Screenings will take place on February 11th, and our rockstar could use your help. Please consider signing up to volunteer using the Galaxy Digital link below.
Reminder: Psuedo Snow Day-Jan 30th
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!
SCHOOL HOURS
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