** Friday, September 10, 12pm: Early Release Due to Heat
** Monday, September 13, 5pm: Back to School Night
** Friday, September 17, 1pm: Early Release
** Monday, September 27: No School
** Tuesday, September 28: Restaurant Night (Crock Spot)
** Friday, October 1, 1pm: Early Release
** Wednesday, October 6, 6pm: PTA Meeting
** October 15-18: No School (Fall Break)
** Friday, October 22, 4-6pm: Fall Festival
** Wednesday, October 27: Picture Day
** Friday, October 29, 1pm: Early Release
(The Stedman Calendar can always be viewed HERE)
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Note From Principal Atkins
Families,
Happy Friday to our wonderful community. You all have been giving me life during these busy and ever-changing days.
We are disappointed to lose our afternoon to the heat wave, but we look forward eagerly to the cool down coming. I am extremely grateful to our staff who have been supporting our students and classrooms with great kindness and enthusiasm despite the high temperatures in many of our classrooms. Our students have also been incredibly resilient, and we are proud of the work they've been able to do in less than ideal circumstances. Many thanks to our community who has stepped in with extra fans and cooling units to help where possible. I truly believe it takes a village!
Please remember that next week is our first official Early Release with dismissal at 1pm. Discovery Link does offer childcare on these dates for those that are registered and able to get a spot. Remember that you must sign up by 6pm the day before to reserve a space in before/after care.
We are looking forward to seeing many of you at our outdoor, informal Back to School Night on Monday. A special thanks to our PTA for providing dinner. Be sure to RSVP below so we can order enough pizza.
Please have a wonderful and safe weekend. Continue to take precautions to remain healthy so our school can stay open as much as possible this year. (Don't forget to keep reading for more great information!)
Sincerely,
Michael Atkins
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Nota del Sr. Atkins
Familias
Feliz viernes a nuestra maravillosa comunidad. Todos ustedes me han estado dando vida durante estos días ocupados y cambiantes.
Estamos decepcionados de perder nuestra tarde a causa de la ola de calor, pero esperamos con ansias la llegada del enfriamiento. Estoy extremadamente agradecido con nuestro personal que ha estado apoyando a nuestros estudiantes y aulas con gran amabilidad y entusiasmo a pesar de las altas temperaturas en muchas de nuestras aulas. Nuestros estudiantes también han sido increíblemente resistentes y estamos orgullosos del trabajo que han podido hacer en circunstancias menos que ideales. Muchas gracias a nuestra comunidad que ha intervenido con ventiladores y unidades de enfriamiento adicionales para ayudar en lo posible. ¡Realmente creo que se necesita un pueblo!
Por favor recuerde que la próxima semana es nuestra primera salida anticipada oficial con salida a la 1 pm. Discovery Link ofrece cuidado de niños en estas fechas para aquellos que están registrados y pueden obtener un lugar. Recuerde que debe registrarse antes de las 6 pm del día anterior para reservar un espacio en cuidado antes / después.
Esperamos verlos a muchos de ustedes en nuestra Noche de Regreso a la Escuela informal al aire libre el lunes. Un agradecimiento especial a nuestro PTA por brindar la cena. Asegúrese de confirmar su asistencia a continuación para que podamos pedir suficiente pizza.
Por favor, tenga un fin de semana maravilloso y seguro. ¡Continúe tomando precauciones para mantenerse saludable para que nuestra escuela pueda permanecer abierta tanto como sea posible este año! (¡No olvide seguir leyendo para obtener más información excelente!)
Atentamente,
Michael Atkins
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News from the Stedman PATH
Please enjoy this week's installment of our Friday "assembly"! Note: if you checked "no" for the media release during registration, we will not be able to include your child in these videos or other photos we share. (Please reach out if your child has been included on accident! We do our best but occasionally kids slip through!) If you would like your child to participate in our videos/photos, please email alison_larson@dpsk12.org to have your media selection changed.
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¡Disfrute de la entrega de esta semana de nuestra "asamblea" del viernes! Nota: si marcó "no" en el comunicado de prensa durante el registro, no podremos incluir a su hijo en estos videos u otras fotos que compartamos. (¡Comuníquese si su hijo ha sido incluido por accidente! Hacemos nuestro mejor esfuerzo, ¡pero ocasionalmente los niños se escapan!) Si desea que su hijo participe en nuestros videos / fotos, envíe un correo electrónico a alison_larson@dpsk12.org para obtener su selección de medios. cambió.
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Back To School Night
We are excited to host our Back to School Night on Monday, September 13th at 5pm. It will look a little different this year, but we hope it will be a great opportunity for you to engage with our community and your child(ren)'s teacher. Everything will take place outdoors this year, and we will not be hosting a potluck. Teachers will be at designated locations for you to chat and learn more about their classroom and what the year will look like. They will provide a video tour of their classroom for you (so those that cannot attend will be able to get the important information as well).
Pizza and beverages will be provided by PTA, so bring a blanket or lawn chairs, grab some pizza, and mingle with your teachers and community!
PLEASE RSVP HERE SO WE CAN ORDER ENOUGH PIZZA
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Estamos muy contentos de ser los anfitriones de nuestra Noche de Regreso a Clases el lunes 13 de septiembre a las 5 pm. Se verá un poco diferente este año, pero esperamos que sea una gran oportunidad para que usted se involucre con nuestra comunidad y el maestro de su (s) hijo (s). Todo se llevará a cabo al aire libre este año y no organizaremos una comida compartida. Los maestros estarán en lugares designados para que usted charle y aprenda más sobre su salón de clases y cómo será el año. Ellos le proporcionarán un recorrido en video por su salón de clases (para que aquellos que no puedan asistir también puedan obtener la información importante).
La PTA proporcionará pizza y bebidas, así que traiga una manta o sillas de jardín, tome un poco de pizza y ¡socialice con sus maestros y la comunidad!
POR FAVOR RSVP AQUÍ PARA PODEMOS PEDIR SUFICIENTE PIZZA
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Discovery Link!
Mr. Gil has done a great job getting our new before/after school childcare up and running this week! Please note that he has a new phone number: 303 859-7999. This will be the site phone number if you are having any issues at drop-off or pick-up. Mr. Gil can also be reached at gilbert_deleon@dpsk12.org.
¡El Sr. Gil ha hecho un gran trabajo al poner en funcionamiento nuestra nueva guardería antes y después de la escuela esta semana! Tenga en cuenta que tiene un nuevo número de teléfono: 303 859-7999. Este será el número de teléfono del sitio si tiene algún problema al dejar o recoger a su hijo. También se puede contactar al Sr. Gil en gilbert_deleon@dpsk12.org.
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We are still working to get all student registrations complete as required by DPS. If you are contacted by our front office, please be sure to complete everything as soon as possible. We must have all of our students verified and registered to receive funding for our school year!
Todavía estamos trabajando para completar todas las inscripciones de estudiantes como lo requiere DPS. Si nuestra oficina principal se comunica con usted, asegúrese de completar todo lo antes posible. ¡Debemos tener a todos nuestros estudiantes verificados y registrados para recibir fondos para nuestro año escolar!
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As long as we are able, we are planning to host Fall Festival on Friday, October 22nd from 4-6pm. This is a fun, annual community gathering (and fundraiser) where students can attend in costumes, play carnival games, eat tasty food, and spend time together! PTA will be reaching out for volunteers and support, please let them know if you are able to help out! (pta.stedman@gmail.com)
Mientras podamos, estamos planeando organizar el Festival de Otoño el viernes 22 de octubre de 4 a 6 pm. ¡Esta es una reunión comunitaria anual divertida (y recaudación de fondos) donde los estudiantes pueden asistir disfrazados, jugar juegos de carnaval, comer comida sabrosa y pasar tiempo juntos! La PTA buscará voluntarios y apoyo. ¡Hágales saber si puede ayudar! (pta.stedman@gmail.com)
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Come join the amazing Stedman team! We have an open paraprofessional position, which will mostly support our early childhood (ECE) classrooms but may have other duties depending on the school's needs. We have the option of a 7 hour or a 4 hour position (daily). If you're interested, please email Emily_Madison@dpsk12.org.
¡Únase al increíble equipo de Stedman! Tenemos un puesto de paraprofesional abierto, que apoyará principalmente a nuestros salones de clase de la primera infancia (ECE), pero puede tener otras tareas según las necesidades de la escuela. Tenemos la opción de un puesto de 7 horas o 4 horas (diario). Si está interesado, envíe un correo electrónico a Emily_Madison@dpsk12.org.
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Healthy Food For Denver Kids |
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You are invited to join virtually for a special one-night-only event Wednesday, September 29 from 4 to 6 pm EST as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation focused on Cultivating Genius Within Black Children.
Dr. Muhammad's keynote will provide interactive and foundational experiences of culturally and historically responsive education to teachers and leaders. The talk will blend history, theory, and practical/engaging approaches for understanding and implementing culturally and historically responsive education (CHRE) instructional practices. Dr. Muhammad will demonstrate researched-based equity practices and offer pedagogical examples of the lesson and unit plans.
The keynote will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by P.R.I.D.E. Director Dr. Aisha White and featuring Dr. Muhammad and Bekezela Mguni, a queer Trinidadian artist, radical librarian, and educator with more than 15 years of community organizing experience in the Reproductive Justice movement.
The webinar starts at 4 pm ET and is completely free! All you have to do is register here to participate via Zoom.
Don't forget to attend! This event is one-night-only and will not be available as a recording.
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Facebook Class Groups
Families - Last year we created Facebook Groups by grade level for families interested in connecting via Social media. These are private groups, but please join if you're interested! These groups are only as active as families would like them to be, some are more active than others. Click on the group below and request to join!
Familias: el año pasado creamos Grupos de Facebook por nivel de grado para familias interesadas en conectarse a través de las redes sociales. Estos son grupos privados, ¡pero únete si estás interesado! Estos grupos son tan activos como les gustaría a las familias, algunos son más activos que otros. ¡Haga clic en el grupo de arriba y solicite unirse!
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** INCLUSION CORNER **
As we all engage in the journey towards greater inclusion and equity, we will be providing resources each week here in "Inclusion Corner". We hope you find these useful as we continue to learn and grow together.
A medida que todos participamos en el viaje hacia una mayor inclusión y equidad, estaremos brindando recursos cada semana aquí en el "Rincón de la inclusión". Esperamos que los encuentre útiles a medida que continuamos aprendiendo y creciendo juntos.
This week's resource:
Part of the necessary personal work to become a more equitable and inclusive community involves exploring our own personal biases. Implicit biases are embedded in our society and systems and must be recognized and acknowledged to begin the work of unlearning. Verna Meyers eloquently addresses implicit bias and offers tools that we can use to help overcome our biases and rewrite the stories we believe. It can be unsettling to recognize our biases but we cannot do this work without discomfort. Use the discomfort to learn to do better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYyvbgINZkQ
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We are working with a new vendor who is putting together a new school store for us! Stay tuned for more information on getting Spirit Gear!
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¡Estamos trabajando con un nuevo proveedor que está armando una nueva tienda escolar para nosotros! ¡Estén atentos para obtener más información sobre cómo obtener Spirit Gear!
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If your child's Chromebook is damaged or missing, here is the protocol and fee structure from last year:
As a reminder, there is a cost associated with damaged or lost devices (please see below).
HOW TO REPORT A LOST OR DAMAGED DEVICE:
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Complete Stedman’s Technology Support Form to report a lost or damaged device
- Email Jerri Succo (jerri_succo@dpsk12.org), Stedman’s STR outlining the technology issue. Jerri will communicate the appropriate steps to either repair or replace the device. As a reminder, there is a cost associated with damaged or lost devices (please see below).
- Jerri will connect you with Kait Parsons (kaitlin_parsons@dpsk12.org), Stedman’s secretary, and she will assist guardian’s with payment if there is a cost associated with replacing or repairing your device.
- Kait will coordinate a time to either pick up your repaired or new device.
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Virtual Library
Did you know that your student has access to tens of thousands of books and audiobooks online? This is an incredible tool that your student and family can use to read as many books as you could possibly want. Don't miss out on this resource! (You can also add the Denver Public Library to your profile to access even more titles)
To learn how to use this app, please watch the video below. (English & Spanish options below)
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¿Sabía que su estudiante tiene acceso a decenas de miles de libros y audiolibros en línea? Esta es una herramienta increíble que su estudiante y su familia pueden usar para leer todos los libros que desee. ¡No se pierda este recurso! (También puede agregar la Biblioteca Pública de Denver a su perfil para acceder a más títulos)
Para aprender a usar esta aplicación, vea el video a continuación. (Opciones en inglés y español a continuación)
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LONGMONT DAIRY CAPS
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If you order from Longmont Dairy, save all your milk caps! Send them to our front office and we are able to turn them in for a donation.
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AMAZON SMILE
Do you shop on Amazon? An EASY way to help support our kids and teachers at Stedman is to link your AmazonSmile account to our charity, The Stedman Knights PTA. Click on the above image to be directed to our organizations link. Every purchase you make through smile.amazon.com sends a small portion of the purchase to our school! The money raised goes to supporting our students and the important work being done at Stedman!
Remind your family and friends to link to our school as well!
¿Tienda en Amazon? Una manera fácil de ayudar a mantener a nuestros niños y maestros en Stedman es vincular su cuenta AmazonSmile de nuestra caridad, “Stedman Knights PTA.” Haga clic en la imagen de arriba para dirigirse a nuestras organizaciones enlace. Cada compra que hagas a través smile.amazon.com envía una pequeña porción de la compra a nuestra escuela! El dinero recaudado se destina a apoyar a nuestros estudiantes y la importante labor que se realiza en Stedman!
Recordar su familia y amigos para enlazar a nuestra escuela, también!
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King Soopers
Did you know that you can link your King Soopers account to Stedman and help us raise money without spending any extra dollars? It's so easy!
How To Use the King Soopers/ City Market Community Rewards Program:
Step 2: Sign in to your account (or create a new account with your email and King Soopers card #)
Step 3: Search for Stedman Knights PTA (NPO # -- XK374)
Step 4: Select Enroll
Congrats, you have successfully enrolled in the Community Rewards program and 5% of your purchases will support Stedman Elementary!!
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¿Sabía que puede vincular su cuenta de King Soopers a Stedman y ayudarnos a recaudar dinero sin gastar dólares adicionales? ¡Es tan fácil!
Cómo utilizar el programa de recompensas de la comunidad de King Soopers / City Market:
Paso 1: vaya al sitio web: https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards/
Paso 2: inicie sesión en su cuenta (o cree una nueva cuenta con su correo electrónico y número de tarjeta King Soopers)
Paso 3: Busque la PTA de Stedman Knights (NPO # - XK374)
Paso 4: seleccione Inscribirse
¡Felicidades, se inscribió con éxito en el programa Community Rewards y el 5% de sus compras apoyarán a la escuela primaria Stedman!
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Clothes To Kids of Denver (CTKD) provides FREE clothing to children and youth who are in need or in crisis. To shop, students must live in Metro Denver, be age 3 - 21 and be enrolled in school (remote or in-person) or working toward a GED.
Our wardrobe includes 5 outfits, 1 coat, 1 pair of shoes, 1 bra (optional) and 5 pairs each of new underwear and new socks. Students are invited to select clothing in a welcoming, store-like setting or can order a wardrobe for contactless curbside pick-up.
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We are very excited to have in person shoppers in our store and are taking extra precautions to protect the health and safety of our visitors, volunteers and staff.
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For families who would prefer a contactless option, we are continuing to offer wardrobes via Curbside Service. This option enables parents and caregivers to request a wardrobe for any student in need, and our staff will shop on their behalf.
Families wishing to shop in person or request a wardrobe for pick-up should call us at 720-379-4630 or email us at appointment@clothestokidsdenver.org for an appointment. Up-to-date phone hours are on the Shop With Us page of our website.
No Referral Required! No matter how families choose to shop, we have temporarily loosened our referral requirements and are providing wardrobes to anyone who says the young people in their households are in need of our services, no questions asked.
Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays - Fridays 9:00 - 4:00
Saturdays 9:00 - 3:00
Sundays & Mondays Closed
Donations Accepted:
Fridays & Saturdays 9:00 - 3:00
We are now accepting clothing and shoe donations on Fridays and Saturdays only between 9:00 and 3:00. We are in need of the basic wardrobe staples (shorts, pants, tops, shoes, etc.). We still cannot accept "extras" at this time.
Donating is Easy!
Gather your clean and ready-to-wear items. Check our updated Donation Guidelines for ideas. Please sort items by category (girls, boys, young women, young men and shoes) to save time at drop-off.
· When you arrive, pull into our loading zone and wait in your car until any staff members or other donors are at a safe distance.
· Empty your donations into one of our rolling bins located outside of our door.
· Please do not leave donations inside of plastic bags. Place your donations in our bins and take your bags with you to reuse.
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