SPRING HAS SPRUNG

Students used the current season to inspire their work in the classroom.  In many grade levels students wrote poems about the change in weather and what the season means to them.  We hope you enjoy students' artwork and poetry next time you are in the building.

MATH FUN

Second graders are currently learning how much fun math can be.  They took their measuring skills to the playground as they measured their hops.  This activity was an extension of their current measuring unit.  Students learned how to measure and compare distances using multiple units.  Students not only enjoyed this activity, but they saw a direct application of what they were learning in class.  We thank the second grade team for bringing these concepts to life!

MEET MR. LESLIE

GRE'S NEW BUILDING ENGINEER

We are excited to welcome a new member to the Gold Rush Community - Mr. Brandon Leslie. Mr. Leslie joined the team in the role of building engineer. He has been busy this week meeting students and staff, learning our building and establishing new routines.

Members of the Student Council officially welcomed Mr. Leslie to GRE. In an effort to learn more about him, Sallye Bowlin, Jack MacDougal and Avery Talbot interviewed him. Please see their interview below. 

We are excited to have Mr. Leslie on board!

What do you like best about your job?

I like physical work. I can immediately see the results of my efforts.

Tell us about your family (pets too!).

I have two daughters. My oldest daughter is married. My youngest is in college. I have a grandson and my wife works in preschool. 

I have a frog and a gerbil.

Have you always lived in Colorado?

I spent the majority of my life in Colorado. I was born in Colorado. I also have lived in Nebraska and Arkansas. 

Where is the coolest place you have been?

I really like New York city. I tend to find cool things every place I go.

What is on your bucket list?

My bucket list is simple. I play disk golf and I would like to play in all 50 states. I use an app to find locations when I travel to different states.

Do you have additional hobbies?

I love spending time with my grandson.

Describe yourself in three words?

I am hard working, kind and friendly.

23-24 CLASS PLACEMENT

LAST WEEK FOR PARENT INPUT

We know that creating a positive, collaborative learning environment is essential to all students’ success. Creating balanced classes that meet the needs of all students is a difficult endeavor.  This process involves hours of thoughtful dialogue between classroom teachers, administrators and other staff members. The school takes this responsibility seriously and takes each child into consideration.

We value parent input and welcome any insight you wish to share about your child’s strengths, needs and learning style.  We will take into consideration all pertinent information that you share with the principal on or before Friday, April 14. While we welcome your input,  we cannot honor specific teacher requests. Please share your thoughts on this google doc. Please make sure you communicate your thoughts via the google doc so we can track your input and refer back to it throughout the process. 

THANK YOU

We thank Lion Den Pack 465 and their siblings for completing their service project at Gold Rush.  The troop swooped the entire school and collected bags full of trash.  We thank them for their efforts!

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