Englewood Schools Update: December 1, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS FAMILY & COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: DECEMBER 1, 2022 In this Issue: Superintendent Search Update Celebrating the Winter Season Winter Weather Procedures Free School Meals Coming Next School Year Give Your Input on Social Studies Curricular Resource Selection Colorado Gives Day is Almost Here! Upcoming Events and Fundraisers to Support Our Schools Free and Low Cost Events and Activities Good News Stories SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH UPDATE On December 1, 2022, Englewood Schools Board of Education is pleased to announce that Ms. Joanna Polzin will be moving forward as the sole finalist for the position of Superintendent of Schools beginning July 1, 2023. The Board anticipates finalizing the selection of Ms. Polzin to this position at a Special Meeting to be held on December 15, 2022, pending the outcome of successful contract negotiations.   CELEBRATING THE WINTER SEASON What comes to mind for you when you think of the winter season? Hot cocoa and cozy slippers? Snow-covered ski slopes and weekend parades of unmoving brake lights on I-70? Favorite holiday songs? Festive lights and decorations? Quality time with your family and friends? For many, the winter months bring with them a sense of joy and festivity because of all the holidays celebrated this season by people from various cultures, faiths, and backgrounds. That said, the winter months can be particularly difficult for people who are ethnically and religiously marginalized, people who lack socio-economic privilege, and people who don’t yet have a community of family or friends around them. Being mindful of these things can help us all be better family members, friends, and neighbors so that together we create a community where every person feels like they belong. Check out some of the winter celebrations across diverse cultures below: Diwali (date is based on the Hindu Lunar calendar–this year, it was in October) Hanukkah (date is based on the Hebrew calendar–this year it is December 18-26) Winter Solstice (December 21) Christmas (December 25) Kwanzaa (December 26) Three Kings Day (January 6) Ramadan (alignment with winter holidays depends on the Islamic lunar calendar–in 2023, it is March 22-April 21, and it will be earlier in 2024). WINTER WEATHER PROCEDURES In case of an emergency or severe weather conditions, Englewood Schools will announce schedule changes via our website, phone calls, emails, television news outlets, Facebook , and Twitter . Please make sure your contact information is current via Infinite Campus . Infinite Campus data is what we use for our ParentSquare communications tool. Winter Weather or other Unsafe Conditions If winter weather or other emergency has made it unsafe for students and staff members to report to school/work, Englewood Schools will close/cancel for the day or have a delayed start. Notification about the closure or delayed start will occur very early in the morning, normally before 6:00 a.m. Closure When Englewood Schools announces closure due to weather: All schools, including ECE at Maddox, will be closed Champions will be closed No meals will be provided All in-person programs, activities and athletic events/practices are canceled for the day and evening All Englewood Schools’ facilities, including the Roscoe Davidson Administration Building (RDAB) and the Duell building, will be closed Delayed Start If Englewood Schools announces a Delayed Start, ALL ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS WILL START 90 MINUTES LATER and BUSES WILL RUN 90 MINUTES LATER. Walkers and those who use private transportation should plan to be at school 90 minutes after their normal arrival time; not before. Doors to schools will remain locked until 20 minutes prior to the delayed start time. No indoor or outdoor supervision will be available until 20 minutes before school begins. Staff should report 90 minutes after their normal reporting time unless directed by their supervisor. Any before school programs, activities, and athletic events/ practices will be cancelled. No before school childcare will be provided. Early Child Education (ECE) morning-only and full-day classes will begin 90 minutes later. ECE afternoon-only classes will start at normal time. After school childcare will run as normal. Breakfast will be provided when students arrive at the delayed start time. All schools will be dismissed at their normal times, unless notified otherwise. FREE SCHOOL MEALS COMING NEXT SCHOOL YEAR We are excited that Proposition FF, Healthy School Meals for All, passed on the November ballot! This will allow all students (regardless of status) to receive one free breakfast and one free lunch every day; however we want to remind families that it will not start until next school year, 2023/2024.   This school year, elementary, middle and high school families will still be required to apply and qualify for meal benefits in order for their student(s) to receive free lunch. In addition, all unpaid lunch balances must be paid. If you have any questions, please reach out to Nicole Withee, Director of Nutrition Services at nicole_withee@engschools.net , or 303-806-2049.   GIVE YOUR INPUT ON SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULAR RESOURCE SELECTION Your voice is important to us. We are seeking the participation of two parents/guardians to be part of the Elementary Social Studies Curricular Resource Selection Committee. The current committee is made up of teachers and leaders from our four elementary schools and district staff. The teachers and leaders have narrowed their curricular resource selection down to 3; we would like your input in the final decision. Please complete this survey by Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 5:00. We will be in contact with every person who completes this Google Survey by Friday, Dec. 9. The link to the survey can be found here  ( https://forms.gle/uJs1SKDpYgE258iSA ).   COLORADO GIVES DAY IS ALMOST HERE! Colorado Gives Day is Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Since 2010, Coloradans have come together to support the nonprofits that make a difference in our lives. This Colorado Gives Day, please consider making a donation to Englewood Education Foundation (EEF). EEF is a nonprofit organization that supports Englewood Schools students with college scholarships and enhanced learning opportunities. Every year, EEF awards college scholarships to seniors graduating from Englewood High School and Colorado's Finest High School of Choice. Additionally, EEF supports learning through providing creativity grants to teachers, making exciting hands-on learning adventures possible for our students. Learn more about Englewood Education Foundation by visiting this website . Donate now or on Colorado Gives Day by clicking here . UPCOMING EVENTS AND FUNDRAISERS TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOLS Friday, December 2 : Eat at Panda Express between 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. to support the EHS Cheerleaders ! Bring in the flyer or use code 346705 when you order online. Tuesday, December 6 : Eat at Freddy's at 2660 W. Belleview Ave to support the ELA trip to Mesa Verde scholarship fund. Friday, January 6; Sunday, January 15; or Tuesday, January 17 : Community Night with the Denver Nuggets to support the Englewood Education Foundation's student scholarships and creativity grants. Tuesday, January 10 : Eat at Chick-Fil-A on Broadway to support the ELA trip to Mesa Verde scholarship fund. Tuesday, January 24 : Eat at Chipotle on Hampden to support the ELA trip to Mesa Verde scholarship fund. FREE AND LOW COST EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES Dec. 1 -23: Denver Christkindlmarket - Family-friendly events on Sundays Dec. 1 - Feb. 14: Free Ice Skating at Downtown Denver Rink (cost for skate rental) Dec. 3: Englewood Holiday Market & Tree Lighting featuring Englewood High School Choir and Band Dec. 3:   Denver Parade of Lights Dec. 5: SCFD Free Day at Denver Museum of Nature and Science Dec. 10: Native American Elderly Arts & Craft Holiday Market Dec. 15: SCFD Free Days at Plains Conservation Center Dec. 16: SCFD Free Day at Four Mile Historic Park Dec. 18: Cherry Creek North Chanukah Celebration Dec. 18: Jewish Community Center Denver-Latkes and Lights Check out the Dec. events happening at the Englewood Public Library here . GOOD NEWS STORIES Congratulations to the EHS Football Team The Englewood High School Football program had 1 Varsity-level team for the 2022 season that consisted of 46 players ranging from 9th - 12th grades. The team was led by 8 wonderful Seniors! One-third (15 players) of the Varsity Football roster earned All-Conference recognition with 5 Pirates earning 1st Team All-Conference honors, 3 Pirates earning 2nd Team All-Conference honors, and 7 Pirates earning Honorable Mention All-Conference honors. The Varsity Football team finished the season in 3rd place in the 2A League 4 with a 6 - 3 record and an impressive undefeated Home standing. The season capped off with a victory against Kent Denver 14-6. This was only the SECOND time in school history the Pirates defeated the Sun Devils in Varsity Football!       Englewood ECE STEAM Night On Wednesday, November 16, Englewood ECE at Maddox held a STEAM night for students and families. The night included several different stations where students and families could explore and learn as well as many projects that the preschool students have completed on display for all to see. It was a great event! Thank you to everyone who made this night possible.     Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Friday, Dec 02 2022

Englewood Schools Update: December 1, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS FAMILY & COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: DECEMBER 1, 2022 In this Issue: Superintendent Search Update Celebrating the Winter Season Winter Weather Procedures Free School Meals Coming Next School Year Give Your Input on Social Studies Curricular Resource Selection Colorado Gives Day is Almost Here! Upcoming Events and Fundraisers to Support Our Schools Free and Low Cost Events and Activities Good News Stories SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH UPDATE On December 1, 2022, Englewood Schools Board of Education is pleased to announce that Ms. Joanna Polzin will be moving forward as the sole finalist for the position of Superintendent of Schools beginning July 1, 2023. The Board anticipates finalizing the selection of Ms. Polzin to this position at a Special Meeting to be held on December 15, 2022, pending the outcome of successful contract negotiations.   CELEBRATING THE WINTER SEASON What comes to mind for you when you think of the winter season? Hot cocoa and cozy slippers? Snow-covered ski slopes and weekend parades of unmoving brake lights on I-70? Favorite holiday songs? Festive lights and decorations? Quality time with your family and friends? For many, the winter months bring with them a sense of joy and festivity because of all the holidays celebrated this season by people from various cultures, faiths, and backgrounds. That said, the winter months can be particularly difficult for people who are ethnically and religiously marginalized, people who lack socio-economic privilege, and people who don’t yet have a community of family or friends around them. Being mindful of these things can help us all be better family members, friends, and neighbors so that together we create a community where every person feels like they belong. Check out some of the winter celebrations across diverse cultures below: Diwali (date is based on the Hindu Lunar calendar–this year, it was in October) Hanukkah (date is based on the Hebrew calendar–this year it is December 18-26) Winter Solstice (December 21) Christmas (December 25) Kwanzaa (December 26) Three Kings Day (January 6) Ramadan (alignment with winter holidays depends on the Islamic lunar calendar–in 2023, it is March 22-April 21, and it will be earlier in 2024). WINTER WEATHER PROCEDURES In case of an emergency or severe weather conditions, Englewood Schools will announce schedule changes via our website, phone calls, emails, television news outlets, Facebook , and Twitter . Please make sure your contact information is current via Infinite Campus . Infinite Campus data is what we use for our ParentSquare communications tool. Winter Weather or other Unsafe Conditions If winter weather or other emergency has made it unsafe for students and staff members to report to school/work, Englewood Schools will close/cancel for the day or have a delayed start. Notification about the closure or delayed start will occur very early in the morning, normally before 6:00 a.m. Closure When Englewood Schools announces closure due to weather: All schools, including ECE at Maddox, will be closed Champions will be closed No meals will be provided All in-person programs, activities and athletic events/practices are canceled for the day and evening All Englewood Schools’ facilities, including the Roscoe Davidson Administration Building (RDAB) and the Duell building, will be closed Delayed Start If Englewood Schools announces a Delayed Start, ALL ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS WILL START 90 MINUTES LATER and BUSES WILL RUN 90 MINUTES LATER. Walkers and those who use private transportation should plan to be at school 90 minutes after their normal arrival time; not before. Doors to schools will remain locked until 20 minutes prior to the delayed start time. No indoor or outdoor supervision will be available until 20 minutes before school begins. Staff should report 90 minutes after their normal reporting time unless directed by their supervisor. Any before school programs, activities, and athletic events/ practices will be cancelled. No before school childcare will be provided. Early Child Education (ECE) morning-only and full-day classes will begin 90 minutes later. ECE afternoon-only classes will start at normal time. After school childcare will run as normal. Breakfast will be provided when students arrive at the delayed start time. All schools will be dismissed at their normal times, unless notified otherwise. FREE SCHOOL MEALS COMING NEXT SCHOOL YEAR We are excited that Proposition FF, Healthy School Meals for All, passed on the November ballot! This will allow all students (regardless of status) to receive one free breakfast and one free lunch every day; however we want to remind families that it will not start until next school year, 2023/2024.   This school year, elementary, middle and high school families will still be required to apply and qualify for meal benefits in order for their student(s) to receive free lunch. In addition, all unpaid lunch balances must be paid. If you have any questions, please reach out to Nicole Withee, Director of Nutrition Services at nicole_withee@engschools.net , or 303-806-2049.   GIVE YOUR INPUT ON SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULAR RESOURCE SELECTION Your voice is important to us. We are seeking the participation of two parents/guardians to be part of the Elementary Social Studies Curricular Resource Selection Committee. The current committee is made up of teachers and leaders from our four elementary schools and district staff. The teachers and leaders have narrowed their curricular resource selection down to 3; we would like your input in the final decision. Please complete this survey by Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 5:00. We will be in contact with every person who completes this Google Survey by Friday, Dec. 9. The link to the survey can be found here  ( https://forms.gle/uJs1SKDpYgE258iSA ).   COLORADO GIVES DAY IS ALMOST HERE! Colorado Gives Day is Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Since 2010, Coloradans have come together to support the nonprofits that make a difference in our lives. This Colorado Gives Day, please consider making a donation to Englewood Education Foundation (EEF). EEF is a nonprofit organization that supports Englewood Schools students with college scholarships and enhanced learning opportunities. Every year, EEF awards college scholarships to seniors graduating from Englewood High School and Colorado's Finest High School of Choice. Additionally, EEF supports learning through providing creativity grants to teachers, making exciting hands-on learning adventures possible for our students. Learn more about Englewood Education Foundation by visiting this website . Donate now or on Colorado Gives Day by clicking here . UPCOMING EVENTS AND FUNDRAISERS TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOLS Friday, December 2 : Eat at Panda Express between 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. to support the EHS Cheerleaders ! Bring in the flyer or use code 346705 when you order online. Tuesday, December 6 : Eat at Freddy's at 2660 W. Belleview Ave to support the ELA trip to Mesa Verde scholarship fund. Friday, January 6; Sunday, January 15; or Tuesday, January 17 : Community Night with the Denver Nuggets to support the Englewood Education Foundation's student scholarships and creativity grants. Tuesday, January 10 : Eat at Chick-Fil-A on Broadway to support the ELA trip to Mesa Verde scholarship fund. Tuesday, January 24 : Eat at Chipotle on Hampden to support the ELA trip to Mesa Verde scholarship fund. FREE AND LOW COST EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES Dec. 1 -23: Denver Christkindlmarket - Family-friendly events on Sundays Dec. 1 - Feb. 14: Free Ice Skating at Downtown Denver Rink (cost for skate rental) Dec. 3: Englewood Holiday Market & Tree Lighting featuring Englewood High School Choir and Band Dec. 3:   Denver Parade of Lights Dec. 5: SCFD Free Day at Denver Museum of Nature and Science Dec. 10: Native American Elderly Arts & Craft Holiday Market Dec. 15: SCFD Free Days at Plains Conservation Center Dec. 16: SCFD Free Day at Four Mile Historic Park Dec. 18: Cherry Creek North Chanukah Celebration Dec. 18: Jewish Community Center Denver-Latkes and Lights Check out the Dec. events happening at the Englewood Public Library here . GOOD NEWS STORIES Congratulations to the EHS Football Team The Englewood High School Football program had 1 Varsity-level team for the 2022 season that consisted of 46 players ranging from 9th - 12th grades. The team was led by 8 wonderful Seniors! One-third (15 players) of the Varsity Football roster earned All-Conference recognition with 5 Pirates earning 1st Team All-Conference honors, 3 Pirates earning 2nd Team All-Conference honors, and 7 Pirates earning Honorable Mention All-Conference honors. The Varsity Football team finished the season in 3rd place in the 2A League 4 with a 6 - 3 record and an impressive undefeated Home standing. The season capped off with a victory against Kent Denver 14-6. This was only the SECOND time in school history the Pirates defeated the Sun Devils in Varsity Football!       Englewood ECE STEAM Night On Wednesday, November 16, Englewood ECE at Maddox held a STEAM night for students and families. The night included several different stations where students and families could explore and learn as well as many projects that the preschool students have completed on display for all to see. It was a great event! Thank you to everyone who made this night possible.     Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Dec 01 2022

Englewood Schools Update: November 17, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS FAMILY & COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: NOVEMBER 17, 2022 In this Issue: Superintendent Search Update Share Your Perspective on Opportunity, Access and Inclusion Winter Weather Procedures Support the Englewood Education Foundation Thanksgiving Meal Resources SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH UPDATE The Englewood Schools Board of Education is currently conducting a search for the next Superintendent for our District. After hosting an input session with many community, family and district stakeholders on October 24, the job description was posted on October 31. On November 15, the Board reviewed the applications in executive session pursuant to Section 24-6-402(4)(g), C.R.S. and determined which candidates will move forward in the process. Those candidates chosen to move forward will participate in two candidate Town Halls on November 28 and 29. The November 28 Town Hall will take place at ECE (3838 S. Huron St.) from 6-7:30 pm. This session will be for parents, students, and interested community members. The candidates will share their qualifications and interest in the Superintendent role, the pre-submitted questions will be asked, and then there will be an opportunity for the audience to submit written questions. The November 29 Town Hall will take place at ECE from 4-5:30 pm. This session will be for Englewood Schools staff. The candidates will share their qualifications and interest in the Superintendent role, and then the pre-submitted questions will be asked of the candidates. Attendees will also be able to create and submit written questions during the event. At both Town Halls, audience members will be given the chance to submit questions for the candidates at the meeting, or anyone can submit questions for the candidates before the events by completing this form no later than November 23 . At the conclusion of both Town Halls, audience members will be asked to complete a brief survey sharing their thoughts on the candidates. The Town Halls will not be streamed online, so those who want to participate are encouraged to do so by coming to the meetings in person . The Board will evaluate the Town Hall Feedback, and interview the candidates on November 30. The Board will identify finalist(s) on December 1. If a sole finalist is identified, between December 1-15, contract negotiations will occur. If there are multiple finalists, additional interviews with the Board will occur, with contract negotiations occurring after a sole finalist is named. The Board anticipates formally announcing the next Superintendent at a special meeting on December 15. Timeline Summary: October 31 - Job description posted November 14 - Job posting closed November 15 - Board reviewed applications November 28 - Community Town Hall (non-District Staff) 6-7:30 November 29 - District Staff Town Hall 4-5:30 November 30 - Board interviews candidates December 1 - Board announces finalist(s) December 1-15 Contract negotiations with sole finalist and/or additional interviews if multiple finalists are named December 15 - Board announces Superintendent decision in special meeting SHARE YOUR PERSPECTIVE ON OPPORTUNITY, ACCESS AND INCLUSION "Freedom dreams are born when we face harsh conditions not with despair, but with the deep knowledge that these conditions will change—that a world filled with softness and beauty and care is not only possible, but inevitable." – Tourmaline Each of you walk through the world with freedom dreams for yourself, and also for your children. Englewood Schools is here to support every child with access to supports that will help them reach their full potential, and to ensure equal opportunities for them. We know that inclusion plays a huge role in how and what children learn, and we believe it is critical to integrate inclusion, high expectations, and high support for every child. Our district purpose statement is our freedom dream, and we also honor the fact that you are the keepers of the amazing children we have the honor of educating. You are important partners in this collective work: Englewood Schools has a moral imperative and unwavering commitment to ensure extraordinary outcomes for each student. We believe diversity is an asset and will not allow a student’s identity and culture to be predictive of their outcomes. In service of this, we will maintain high expectations and nurture all aspects of the whole child.   As our partners, we know you have helpful insights to guide our work, so I created this form to gather Community Perspectives on Opportunity, Access and Inclusion . Thank you, and be well! With gratitude, Dr. Rana Razzaque Director of Opportunity, Access, and Inclusion WINTER WEATHER PROCEDURES In case of an emergency or severe weather conditions, Englewood Schools will announce schedule changes via our website, phone calls, emails, television news outlets, Facebook , and Twitter . Please make sure your contact information is current via Infinite Campus . Infinite Campus data is what we use for our ParentSquare communications tool. Winter Weather or other Unsafe Conditions If winter weather or other emergency has made it unsafe for students and staff members to report to school/work, Englewood Schools will close/cancel for the day or have a delayed start. Notification about the closure or delayed start will occur very early in the morning, normally before 6:00 a.m. Closure When Englewood Schools announces closure due to weather: All schools, including ECE at Maddox, will be closed Champions will be closed No meals will be provided All in-person programs, activities and athletic events/practices are canceled for the day and evening All Englewood Schools’ facilities, including the Roscoe Davidson Administration Building (RDAB) and the Duell building, will be closed Delayed Start If Englewood Schools announces a Delayed Start, ALL ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS WILL START 90 MINUTES LATER and BUSES WILL RUN 90 MINUTES LATER. Walkers and those who use private transportation should plan to be at school 90 minutes after their normal arrival time; not before. Doors to schools will remain locked until 20 minutes prior to the delayed start time. No indoor or outdoor supervision will be available until 20 minutes before school begins. Staff should report 90 minutes after their normal reporting time unless directed by their supervisor. Any before school programs, activities, and athletic events/ practices will be cancelled. No before school childcare will be provided. Early Child Education (ECE) morning-only and full-day classes will begin 90 minutes later. ECE afternoon-only classes will start at normal time. After school childcare will run as normal. Breakfast will be provided when students arrive at the delayed start time. All schools will be dismissed at their normal times, unless notified otherwise. SUPPORT THE ENGLEWOOD EDUCATION FOUNDATION Colorado Gives Day is Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Since 2010, Coloradans have come together to support the nonprofits that make a difference in our lives. This Colorado Gives Day, please consider making a donation to Englewood Education Foundation (EEF). EEF is a nonprofit organization that supports Englewood Schools students with college scholarships and enhanced learning opportunities. Every year, EEF awards college scholarships to seniors graduating from Englewood High School and Colorado's Finest High School of Choice. Additionally, EEF supports learning through providing creativity grants to teachers, making exciting hands-on learning adventures possible for our students. Learn more about Englewood Education Foundation by visiting this website . Donate now or on Colorado Gives Day by clicking here . PRACTICING GRATITUDE Being grateful -- and helping your kids to feel grateful -- can help make your life happier and more satisfying. It can also strengthen your relationships with others. These resources can help you and your child cultivate gratitude in your everyday lives. Raising Grateful Kids from PBS 3 Ways to Practice Gratitude from TeensHealth THANKSGIVING MEAL RESOURCES Several community organizations are offering Thanksgiving meal ingredients/supplies or hot meals for our community. Integrated Family Community Services is offering a grocery box containing fresh, seasonal produce and pantry staples. Drive-through beginning on Saturday, November 19 at noon at Arapahoe Community College. More information here . Free Thanksgiving Meal at Cafe 180 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. More information here . Additional Community Thanksgiving meal resources located here . Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Nov 17 2022

Englewood Schools Update: November 10, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS FAMILY & COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: NOVEMBER 10, 2022 In this Issue: Board of Education Meeting Preview Superintendent Search Update Support the Englewood Education Foundation ParentSquare Security Update Thanksgiving Meal Resources Good News Stories BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING PREVIEW On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 6:00 p.m., the Englewood Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting. The meeting will be held in person at 3838 S. Huron St. or streamed online here . A genda The following items will be presented/discussed: Cherrelyn Elementary "State of the State" Presentation Board Policy EEAC Update New Course Proposal - Academic Decathlon 1st Quarterly Financial Report and Budget Calendar Board Budget Discussion The full agenda will be posted in BoardDocs on Friday, November 11 .   SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH UPDATE The Englewood Schools Board of Education is currently conducting a search for the next Superintendent for our District. After hosting an input session with many community, family and district stakeholders on October 24, the job description was posted on October 31. Candidates  must complete the application process by November 14. On November 15, the Board will review the applications in executive session pursuant to Section 24-6-402(4)(g), C.R.S. and determine which candidates will move forward in the process. Those candidates chosen to move forward will participate in two candidate Town Halls on November 28 and 29. The November 28 Town Hall will take place at ECE from 6-7:30 p.m. This session will be for parents, students, and interested community members. The candidates will share their qualifications and interest in the Superintendent role, and then there will be an open Q&A session. The November 29 Town Hall will take place at ECE from 4-5:30 p.m. This session will be for Englewood Schools staff. The candidates will share their qualifications and interest in the Superintendent role, and then there will be an open Q&A session. At both Town Halls, audience members will be given the chance to submit questions for the candidates at the meeting, or anyone can submit questions for the candidates before the events by completing this form no later than November 23 . At the conclusion of both Town Halls, audience members will be asked to complete a brief survey sharing their thoughts on the candidates. The Town Halls will not be streamed online, so those who want to participate are encouraged to do so by coming to the meetings in person . The Board will evaluate the Town Hall Feedback, and interview the candidates on November 30. The Board will identify finalist(s) on December 1. If a sole finalist is identified, between December 1-15, contract negotiations will occur. If there are multiple finalists, additional interviews with the Board will occur, with contract negotiations occurring after a sole finalist is named. The Board anticipates formally announcing the next Superintendent at a special meeting on December 15. Timeline Summary: October 31 - Job description posted November 14 - Job posting closes November 15 - Board reviews applications November 28 - Community Town Hall (non-District Staff) 6-7:30 November 29 - District Staff Town Hall 4-5:30 November 30 - Board interviews candidates December 1 - Board announces finalist(s) December 1-15 Contract negotiations with sole finalist and/or additional interviews if multiple finalists are named December 15 - Board announces Superintendent decision in special meeting SUPPORT THE ENGLEWOOD EDUCATION FOUNDATION Colorado Gives Day is Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Since 2010, Coloradans have come together to support the nonprofits that make a difference in our lives. This Colorado Gives Day, please consider making a donation to Englewood Education Foundation (EEF). EEF is a nonprofit organization that supports Englewood Schools students with college scholarships and enhanced learning opportunities. Every year, EEF awards college scholarships to seniors graduating from Englewood High School and Colorado's Finest High School of Choice. Additionally, EEF supports learning through providing creativity grants to teachers, making exciting hands-on learning adventures possible for our students. Learn more about Englewood Education Foundation by visiting this website . Donate now or on Colorado Gives Day by clicking here . PARENTSQUARE SECURITY UPDATE ParentSquare is releasing a new security feature, Password Monitor , to protect you and our community from hacking attempts by enforcing safe and secure passwords wherever possible.   When signing in to ParentSquare or changing your password in a browser or mobile app, some of you may receive a version of the following alert.   “ Password Reset Required - We detected that your password was exposed in a breach at another company. As a precaution, we do not allow this password to be used to sign in to your account."     Please follow the instructions on the screen to set a more secure password for your account.   We appreciate your cooperation in supporting this added safety measure.   THANKSGIVING MEAL RESOURCES Several community organizations are offering Thanksgiving meal ingredients/supplies or hot meals for our community. Integrated Family Community Services is offering a grocery box containing fresh, seasonal produce and pantry staples. Drive-through beginning on Saturday, November 19 at noon at Arapahoe Community College. More information here . Free Thanksgiving Meal at Cafe 180 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. More information here . Additional Community Thanksgiving meal resources located here . GOOD NEWS STORIES Thank You to the City of Englewood We would like to thank the City of Englewood for donating school supplies, non-perishable food and warm gear to the Englewood Schools Family Resource Center! It's great to have the City as a community partner!     Congratulations to EHS Volleyball The fall 2022 volleyball season has come to a close and our lady Pirates have many things to celebrate! Prior to the season starting in August, the program was given an academic award for the third year in a row (2019 - 2020, 2020 - 2021, and 2021 - 2022) from the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) and the US Marines Corp (USMC). The AVCA and the USMC announced that Englewood High School was one of 425 high school volleyball teams across the nation to earn the Team Academic Award. The season was also filled with many other academic and league awards for the team members including 12 Varsity Letter Award Winners, four Varsity Manager Letter Award Winners and many others . Congratulations, EHS Volleyball!         Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Nov 10 2022

Englewood Schools Update: November 3, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS FAMILY & COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: NOVEMBER 3, 2022 In this Issue: PreK - 12th Grade STEAM and Career & Technical Education Programming Free or Low Cost Events in November Good News Stories PREK-12TH GRADE STEAM AND CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMMING Englewood Schools STEAM Facilitators and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathway teachers have been working hard on aligning the PreK to 8th grade Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) classroom experiences with six of the Englewood Schools CTE pathways available to all students at our high schools (Sustainable Agriculture & Green Energy, Engineering & Design Thinking, Biomedical Sciences, Digital Media - Journalism, Digital Media - Audio Production, and Computer Science). This approach prepares Englewood students to understand and experience the CTE pathways before they get to high school. One example of this collaboration is 6th grade students from Charles Hay taking a field trip to Englewood High School to experience a cow eyeball dissection, facilitated by EHS students enrolled in the Biomedical Sciences pathway. Under the guidance of EHS students, the 6th grade students discovered first-hand what the Biomedical Sciences pathway is about, learning about the anatomy of a cow eyeball and making comparisons to our own understanding of the human eye. This was truly a special experience and we look forward to creating more STEAM/CTE alignment experiences in the months to come. Watch the video below to see highlights of what our students experienced! FREE OR LOW-COST EVENTS IN NOVEMBER Nov. 4-12: Denver Arts Week - Events happening throughout Denver Nov. 5: Englewood’s Holiday Bazaar @ the Malley Recration Center Nov. 6: History Colorado Free Day Nov. 12: Wings over the Rockies Air and Space Museum free day Nov. 14: Four Mile Historic Park Free Day Nov. 17-Dec. 24th: Camp Christmas @ Belmar Park Lakewood Nov. 24: Free Thanksgiving Meal at Café 180, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Nov. 25: Denver Botanic Gardens and Botanic Gardens @ Chatfield Free Day Celebrate Native and Indigenous Heritage month with many activities offered through Metro State University here . Be sure to check out the upcoming November events at the Englewood Public Library here . GOOD NEWS STORIES Halloween at Bishop Bishop staff dressed up in a group costume for Halloween. Principal Shanna Martin dressed as a zoo keeper while many of the staff members dressed as animals. We hope everyone had a safe and fun Halloween!     TEC Mentor Program Englewood Middle School, Englewood Leadership Academy, and Englewood High School are collaborating to create a mentorship between middle and high school students this year. Once a month, high school students are volunteering their time to connect with middle school students through discussions and planned activities. The goal of the program is    to provide middle schoolers with a positive mentor who will offer support for success and help them be prepared for high school and beyond.    Last week, mentors and mentees worked together to create inspirational pumpkins. This group will continue to meet throughout the remainder of the school year.           Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Nov 03 2022

Englewood Schools Update: October 27, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS FAMILY AND COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: OCTOBER 27, 2022 In this Issue: Board of Education Meeting Preview Emerging Trends & Approaches for Opioid Use Among Young People November is Native American Heritage Month Upcoming Free or Low Cost Events Good News Stories BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING PREVIEW On Tuesday, November 1 at 6:00 p.m., the Englewood Schools Board of Education will hold its regular meeting. The meeting will be held in person at 3838 S Huron St. or streamed online here . Public Comment Those wishing to participate in Public Comment at the November 1, 2022 Board of Education meeting will need to fill out this form prior to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 1 and then attend the meeting in person to present their comment. If you need assistance, please email michelle_haider@engschools.net . The Board has set a five-minute time limit for individuals to speak during public comment. Agenda The following items will be presented/discussed: Student and staff recognition Public comments Board members' reports Deputy superintendent's report Board policy EEA update Resolution 2022-11-1 approving use of charter buses to transport students Resolution declining participation in FAMLI program The full agenda will be posted in BoardDocs on Friday, October 28 . EMERGING TRENDS & APPROACHES FOR OPIOID USE AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE Together with the Harm Reduction Action Center, Rise Above and the Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention, the Juvenile Assessment Center Presents an event aimed at education about opioid and fentanyl trends, prevention and intervention approaches and a Q&A with expert panelists. Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Register Here NOVEMBER IS NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH November is Native American Heritage Month ! The area that is now the Denver metro has been held in stewardship by over 40 tribal nations who were forcibly removed from this land, including the Cheyenne, Arapahoe, Ute, Mountain Ute, Southern Ute, Oceti Sakowin. Even through the atrocities they faced, the presence of Native and Indigenous people continues right here in our community. This is a particularly impactful month to consider Native perspectives, culture, and our own awareness. Native American Experiences in and around Denver 10 Ways to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month Native Land is an app to help map Indigenous territories, treaties, and languages Thanksgiving is around the corner, and unfortunately the typical story of this holiday often lacks Native perspectives, and even contains incorrect information. While many people enjoy traditions like celebrating with family, the power of gratitude, and the spirit of giving, it is also helpful to consider that this might not be a joyous time for everyone. This article shares a lot of great information and resources: Teaching Thanksgiving in a Socially Responsible Way Native American Events Calendar (Google) UPCOMING FREE OR LOW-COST EVENTS Oct. 27: EMS Trick or Treat Street, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Free for ages 1-11 Oct. 27: EMS/ELA Community Dinner, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Oct. 28: Bishop Elementary's Fall Festival Oct. 28: Cherrelyn Elementary Fall Festival, 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Oct. 28: Community Costume Giveaway Oct. 30: Trunk-or-Treat at EHS from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. hosted by Cruisin 5280 Oct. 31: Charles Hay Trick or Treat Street 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. Nov. 2: Día de los Muertos Celebration/First Friday Art Walk Nov. 2: Englewood Schools Family Resource Center Open House, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Nov. 4-12: Denver Arts Week - Events happening throughout Denver Nov. 5: Englewood’s Holiday Bazaar @ the Malley Recration Center Nov. 6: History Colorado Free Day Nov. 12: Wings over the Rockies Air and Space Museum free day Nov. 14: Four Mile Historic Park Free Day Nov. 17-Dec. 24th: Camp Christmas @ Belmar Park Lakewood Nov. 24: Free Thanksgiving Meal at Café 180, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Nov. 25: Denver Botanic Gardens and Botanic Gardens @ Chatfield Free Day Celebrate Native and Indigenous Heritage month with many activities offered through Metro State University here . Be sure to check out the upcoming November events at the Englewood Public Library here . GOOD NEWS STORIES Thank You to Englewood Rotary Club The Englewood Rotary Club visited the Family Resource Center to learn more about the space and what it is used for.  The Rotary Club is a big supporter of our schools. They have been volunteering in our buildings and have given out thousands of dollars in scholarships for many, many years. They are a truly amazing community partner!   Future Fair Englewood High School hosted a successful Future Fair last week in conjunction with Parent/Teacher Conferences. S tudents, parents, and community members had the opportunity to meet with colleges, apprenticeship programs, military recruiters, employers, local healthcare partners, and community agencies. Overall, there were more than 35 vendors present to provide information and resources to our students and families. The school also hosted a spaghetti dinner for the community. The evening was well attended, and there are plans to repeat the event second semester. Congratulations to the EHS team for a job well done!   Free College Application Days Last week, the Colorado Department of Higher Education held  its fifth annual Free Applications Days which allowed Colorado residents to apply to many Colorado colleges and universities for free!   Englewood High School and Colorado's Finest High School of Choice supported seniors and their families in applying to college and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). During the three days, over 115 college applications were submitted.  Congratulations to James Walsh, the district Postsecondary Advisor, and all of the high school counselors for a successful event.        Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Oct 27 2022

Englewood Schools Update: October 20, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS FAMILY AND COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: OCTOBER 20, 2022 In this Issue: Last Chance: Strategic Plan Input Preventing Overdose Seminar November is Native American Heritage Month 2022 Pirate Little Kids Cheerleading Camp Free or Low Cost Halloween Costumes LAST CHANCE: STRATEGIC PLAN INPUT If you did not have an opportunity to attend one of the in-person meetings to give feedback on the new Englewood Schools Strategic Plan, please visit this website to view the materials the Board of Education has prepared and then take this survey to make sure your voice is heard ! PREVENTING OVERDOSE SEMINAR One of the most influential factors during a child’s adolescence is maintaining a strong, open relationship with a parent. When parents create supportive and nurturing environments, children make better decisions. Though it may not always seem like it, children really hear their parents’ concerns, which is why it’s important that parents discuss the risks of using alcohol and other drugs. One way to educate you and your child on the affects of Opioid abuse is to attend AllHealth's preventative overdose seminar, "Recognize, Respond, Recover" together. AllHealth experts, Aimee Techau, NP/OP, Assistant Medical Director and Nikki Kulish, RN/OP will share symptoms of Opioid overdose and what to do when someone is experiencing an overdose. On Thursday, October 27 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. , adults and teens 16 and up can join AllHealth Network for an in-person seminar to watch a live demonstration of administering Narcan and get hands-on practice in administering Narcan. What is Narcan? Narcan nasal spray is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of a known or suspected opioid overdose emergency with signs of breathing problems and severe sleepiness or not being able to respond.     Sign up here.     NOVEMBER IS NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH November is Native American Heritage Month ! The area that is now the Denver metro has been held in stewardship by over 40 tribal nations who were forcibly removed from this land, including the Cheyenne, Arapahoe, Ute, Mountain Ute, Southern Ute, Oceti Sakowin. Even through the atrocities they faced, the presence of Native and Indigenous people continues right here in our community. This is a particularly impactful month to consider Native perspectives, culture, and our own awareness. Native American Experiences in and around Denver 10 Ways to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month Native Land is an app to help map Indigenous territories, treaties, and languages Thanksgiving is around the corner, and unfortunately the typical story of this holiday often lacks Native perspectives, and even contains incorrect information. While many people enjoy traditions like celebrating with family, the power of gratitude, and the spirit of giving, it is also helpful to consider that this might not be a joyous time for everyone. This article shares a lot of great information and resources: Teaching Thanksgiving in a Socially Responsible Way Native American Events Calendar (Google) 2022 PIRATE LITTLE KIDS CHEERLEADING CAMP Learn Cheerleading Fundamentals from EHS Cheerleaders -Learn a dance, cheers, chants, jumps and stunts -Have pizza for dinner (and snacks during camp) -Get your own Pirate Cheerleader T-shirt -Perform at halftime of a EHS Football home game                     Who : Girls and Boys K-8th Grade When : Friday, October 21st 3:00pm - 6:00pm Where : TEC High School gym, after dinner we will move to the Stadium for the Boys Football Game (starts at 7:00pm) Wear : Black athletic pants/bottoms and tennis shoes (and new shirt) Cost : $50 You can register one of the following ways: Online at http://www.pirateyouthsports.com/Registration/Default.asp?org=Englewoodysa.com or Print and complete this  registration form and send it in . Registration form in Spanish . FREE OR LOW-COST HALLOWEEN COSTUMES Find the perfect costume at Rylie's ARK BOOtique! This annual event offers a pay-what-makes-you-happy model for Halloween costumes. People of all ages are invited to come in and shop the selection of gently used costumes for all ages and sizes--infant through adult--and let their imaginations run wild! The BOOtique will be open from October 21-23 in Suite 236 at The Streets at Southglenn (across the street from H&M).   Shopping Hours:  Friday – 3:00 PM–6:00 PM Saturday – 11:00 AM–6:00 PM Sunday – 11:00 AM–5:00 PM Stop by anytime during shopping hours to check out the selection of costumes. Costumes are FREE or Pay What Makes You Happy  on a first-come, first-served basis. All money raised will support future Waves of Kindness. GOOD NEWS STORIES Families Stock Bishop Staff Lounge This year, prior to conferences, Bishop held a "Stock the Lounge" event and reached out to families asking them to donate items to the staff lounge so there would be snacks/drinks available for the long conference days. Families really came through and it was a huge success! Bishop staff members are so excited and appreciative. Thank you to our generous community! Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Oct 20 2022

Englewood Schools Update: October 13, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS FAMILY AND COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: OCTOBER 13, 2022 In this Issue: You're Invited: Strategic Plan Input Board of Education Meeting Preview Learn More About Student Assessments Future Fair at Englewood High School 2022 Pirate Little Kids Cheerleading Camp Free or Low Cost Halloween Costumes YOU'RE INVITED: STRATEGIC PLAN INPUT Dear Englewood Schools Community, For the past several months, the Englewood Schools Board of Education has been working hard to draft the district's next strategic plan. The strategic plan will define the vision, goals and objectives of our district in meeting the needs of all students and helping them reach their fullest potential. The Strategic Plan is meant to be reflective of the community as a whole. For that reason, the Board is asking for community members to attend town hall events this fall in order to see the Strategic Plan goals and provide feedback. Separate meetings will be held for students, staff and community members. Additionally, the Board will attend already scheduled meetings with parent groups in order to get feedback. For those who are unable to attend a meeting in person, a video and survey link will be provided. It is my hope that we will get as much community input as possible on our strategic plan so that it truly represents the hopes and ideals of our entire Englewood community. See the dates of meetings below or learn more here . Sincerely, Duane Tucker President Englewood Schools Board of Education Meeting Dates and Times Public/Community Townhall - October 18 at 5:00 p.m. in the ECE Board Room (3838 S. Huron St.) BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING PREVIEW On Tuesday, October 18 at 6:00 p.m., the Englewood Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting. The meeting will be held in person at 3838 S. Huron St. or streamed online here. Agenda The following items will be presented/discussed: Clayton Elementary "State of the State" Presentation GED Presentation Post-Secondary Advising FAMLI Update 2022 CASB Resolutions The full agenda will be in BoardDocs on Friday, October 14, 2022 . LEARN MORE ABOUT STUDENT ASSESSMENTS Based on feedback from our District Accountability Committee (DAC), we would like to provide families with more information regarding the common district assessments taken in Englewood Schools. During Quarter 1, there were three major assessments given to students. Please click on the images below to view the video explaining each of these assessments and how educators use the assessments. TS Gold is given to all kindergarten students and is used as the report card for kindergarteners. Acadience Testing was administered to all K-6 elementary students during the assessments days at the beginning of September. District Interim Assessments - starting this week for all students in grades 1-11. FUTURE FAIR AT ENGLEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Englewood High School is hosting a Future Fair! Come one, come all to speak with a variety of employers, college reps, university reps, industry reps and community agencies/partnerships. Some of the participating organizations are Arapahoe Community College, Front Rage Community College, Metro State University, University of Denver, Construction Industry Training Council, Texas Roadhouse, Chic-Fil-A, and more! Students, families, guardians and community members are welcome to attend! More information here . Wednesday, October 19 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Englewood High School 3800 S Logan St. Don't forget, Colorado college and university free application days are Tuesday, October 18 - Thursday, October 20! All public and some private institutions in Colorado will waive application fees on those days. Visit this website to find out more . 2022 PIRATE LITTLE KIDS CHEERLEADING CAMP Learn Cheerleading Fundamentals from EHS Cheerleaders -Learn a dance, cheers, chants, jumps and stunts -Have pizza for dinner (and snacks during camp) -Get your own Pirate Cheerleader T-shirt -Perform at halftime of a EHS Football home game                     Who : Girls and Boys K-8th Grade When : Friday, October 21st 3:00pm - 6:00pm Where : TEC High School gym, after dinner we will move to the Stadium for the Boys Football Game (starts at 7:00pm) Wear : Black athletic pants/bottoms and tennis shoes (and new shirt) Cost : $50 You can register one of the following ways: Online at http://www.pirateyouthsports.com/Registration/Default.asp?org=Englewoodysa.com or Print and complete this  registration form and send it in . Registration form in Spanish . FREE OR LOW-COST HALLOWEEN COSTUMES Find the perfect costume at Rylie's ARK BOOtique! This annual event offers a pay-what-makes-you-happy model for Halloween costumes. People of all ages are invited to come in and shop the selection of gently used costumes for all ages and sizes--infant through adult--and let their imaginations run wild! The BOOtique will be open from October 21-23 in Suite 236 at The Streets at Southglenn (across the street from H&M).   Shopping Hours:  Friday – 3:00 PM–6:00 PM Saturday – 11:00 AM–6:00 PM Sunday – 11:00 AM–5:00 PM Stop by anytime during shopping hours to check out the selection of costumes. Costumes are FREE or Pay What Makes You Happy  on a first-come, first-served basis. All money raised will support future Waves of Kindness. Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Oct 13 2022

Englewood Schools Update: October 6, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS UPDATE: OCTOBER 6, 2022 In this Issue: You're Invited: Strategic Plan Input October is Conflict Resolution Month Learn More About Student Assessments October Low or No-Cost Events Good News Stories YOU'RE INVITED: STRATEGIC PLAN INPUT Dear Englewood Schools Community, For the past several months, the Englewood Schools Board of Education has been working hard to draft the district's next strategic plan. The strategic plan will define the vision, goals and objectives of our district in meeting the needs of all students and helping them reach their fullest potential. The Strategic Plan is meant to be reflective of the community as a whole. For that reason, the Board is asking for community members to attend town hall events this fall in order to see the Strategic Plan goals and provide feedback. Separate meetings will be held for students, staff and community members. Additionally, the Board will attend already scheduled meetings with parent groups in order to get feedback. For those who are unable to attend a meeting in person, a video and survey link will be provided. It is my hope that we will get as much community input as possible on our strategic plan so that it truly represents the hopes and ideals of our entire Englewood community. See the dates of meetings below or learn more here . Sincerely, Duane Tucker President Englewood Schools Board of Education Meeting Dates and Times Public/Community Townhall - October 18 at 5:00 p.m. in the ECE Board Room (3838 S. Huron St.) Stakeholder Input at the DAC meeting - October 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the ECE Board Room Stakeholder Input at the Multilingual Families Night - October 26 at 5:00 p.m. at Colorado's Finest OCTOBER IS CONFLICT RESOLUTION MONTH Conflict Resolution Month was first launched and acknowledged throughout the State in 2007. Englewood City Council first proclaimed October as Conflict Resolution month in 2012. This year, the Englewood School District, along with the Englewood Police Department, will work together to lift up Conflict Resolution in our community. On October 3, The City Council re-signed a proclamation in support of October as Conflict Resolution Month.  EPD Chief Watson and Englewood Schools' Deputy Superintendent Joanna Polzin were also there to give short comments. Throughout the month, our elementary schools will be celebrating in the classrooms with read alouds and/or will have books focused on resolving conflicts in a constructive, respectful, and restorative manner on display for students to read. At our secondary level, we will be hosting a Police/Youth Dialogue co-sponsored by the Englewood Police Department. The Police/Youth Dialogue is an opportunity for EPD Officers and students at EHS, EMS, ELA & Colorado's Finest High School of Choice to build rapport, begin to break down barriers and share their ideas about conflict resolution. LEARN MORE ABOUT STUDENT ASSESSMENTS Based on feedback from our District Accountability Committee (DAC), we would like to provide families with more information regarding the common district assessments taken in Englewood Schools. During Quarter 1, there were three major assessments given to students. Please click on the images below to view the video explaining each of these assessments and how educators use the assessments. TS Gold is given to all kindergarten students and is used as the report card for kindergarteners. Acadience Testing was administered to all K-6 elementary students during the assessments days at the beginning of September. District Interim Assessments - starting this week for all students in grades 1-11. OCTOBER LOW OR NO-COST EVENTS Upcoming events in October : Oct. 6: Latin Beats: Sonidos de las Américas @ Boettcher Concert Hall, info here Oct. 6: Englewood High School Homecoming at Randy Penn Stadium-game starts at 7:00 pm Oct. 8: Murals & Mason Jars Hosted by the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m., info here Oct. 9: SCFD Free day: Denver Museum of Nature and Science, must reserve tickets, info here Oct. 11: SCFD Free day Denver Art Museum, info here Oct. 13: Shawl/Ribbon Skirt/Drumstick Making @ The Denver Indian Center, info here Oct. 15: Englewood/Denver Fire Station Pancake Breakfast and Open House, 8-11:00 a.m., info here Oct. 21-23: Halloween Bootique @ the Streets of Southglenn. Low-cost or free costumes, info here Oct. 22: Englewood Trunk-or-Treat, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., Civic Center Parking Lot, info here October 23: Day of the Dead Piñatas at the Aurora History Museum, info here Check out October events hosted at the Englewood Public Library here . Check out the various events and projects that the Denver Public Library system is hosting for Hispanic Heritage Month here . GOOD NEWS STORIES Trout in the Classroom at Cherrelyn Students in 6th grade at Cherrelyn are working with Colorado Trout Unlimited and the Colorado Division of Wildlife to raise trout from eggs until they reach release size at school through a program called "Trout in the Classroom" .  The 6th-grade students have been learning about environmental conditions for cold water fish in Colorado and applying this knowledge at school by preparing and monitoring the water in our new tank to ensure the eggs have the best opportunity to grow. This program helps students to chart/graph, observe, question, and develop leadership and conservation skills. The buzz and excitement are evident every day! Between now and May, 6th grade students will authentically learn about healthy ecosystems and will be doing their best to help as many of our eggs mature to release size. If all goes well, in May the students will work with Colorado Trout Unlimited, and with approval from the Division of Wildlife, will get to go to the river and release their fish. Then they will get to spend the rest of their day learning to fish and about stewardship of our rivers. Throughout the year, all students, staff and families will get the opportunity to watch the trout as the tank is stationed along the windows of the STEAM room. This incredible opportunity is possible due to the hard work and efforts of Mr. Kirk Benson and the Cherrelyn STEAM Team of staff who are working to design these authentic Field Experiences for all grade levels this year. Mr. Benson has gone above and beyond working to apply for as many grants as possible. The tank and all equipment to start the 6th Grade Field Experience is made possible through one of these grants. HUGE thank you to Mr. Benson and the STEAM Team for your time and efforts in making this happen. Bishop Celebrates National Custodian Day Bishop celebrated National Custodian Day with gift bags of goodies and notes of appreciation from staff and students. They also decorated the door of the custodians' office. Bishop staff agree that Rob, the head custodian at Bishop, is one of the best!   Strategic Planning Town Halls Thank you to everyone who has come out so far to the strategic planning town halls! The Board values and appreciates our communities input into the creation of our next strategic plan. If you are unable to make it to an upcoming town hall, you can share your opinion by taking this survey:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QSD37PC   Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Oct 06 2022

Englewood Schools Update: September 29, 2022

ENGLEWOOD SCHOOLS UPDATE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 In this Issue: You're Invited: Strategic Plan Input Board of Education Meeting Preview A Message from Safety and Security Student Attendance on October 3 October Low or No-Cost Events YOU'RE INVITED: STRATEGIC PLAN INPUT Dear Englewood Schools Community, For the past several months, the Englewood Schools Board of Education has been working hard to draft the district's next strategic plan. The strategic plan will define the vision, goals and objectives of our district in meeting the needs of all students and helping them reach their fullest potential. The Strategic Plan is meant to be reflective of the community as a whole. For that reason, the Board is asking for community members to attend town hall events this fall in order to see the Strategic Plan goals and provide feedback. Separate meetings will be held for students, staff and community members. Additionally, the Board will attend already scheduled meetings with parent groups in order to get feedback. For those who are unable to attend a meeting in person, a video and survey link will be provided. It is my hope that we will get as much community input as possible on our strategic plan so that it truly represents the hopes and ideals of our entire Englewood community. See the dates of meetings below or learn more here . Sincerely, Duane Tucker President Englewood Schools Board of Education Meeting Dates and Times Stakeholder Input at the Gifted Family Night - September 29 at 5:00 p.m. at Charles Hay Staff Stakeholder Input - October 4 at 5:00 p.m. in the ECE Board Room (3838 S. Huron St.) Stakeholder Input at the ESEAC Meeting - October 5 at 5:30 p.m. at EHS Public/Community Townhall - October 18 at 5:00 p.m. in the ECE Board Room (3838 S. Huron St.) Stakeholder Input at the DAC meeting - October 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the ECE Board Room Stakeholder Input at the Multilingual Families Night - October 26 at 5:00 p.m. at Colorado's Finest BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING PREVIEW On Tuesday, October 4 at 6:00 p.m., the Englewood Schools Board of Education will hold its regular meeting. The meeting will be held in person at 3838 S. Huron St. or streamed online here . Public Comment Those wishing to participate in Public Comment at the October 4, 2022  Board of Education meeting will need to fill out this form  prior to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 and then attend the meeting in person to present their comment. If you need assistance, please email michelle_haider@engschools.net .   The  Board has set a five-minute time limit for individuals to speak during public comment.       Agenda The following items will be presented/discussed: Student and Staff Recognitions Public Comments Board Members' Reports Deputy Superintendent's Report Addition of Board Policy JLCEA and Accompanying Regulation JLCEA-R Board Policy Updates due to CASB Special Policy Update CASB Participation Discussion BoE Strategic Plan Work The full agenda will be posted in BoardDocs on Friday, September 30 . A MESSAGE FROM SAFETY AND SECURITY Safety is the top priority in Englewood Schools. In our continuing effort to keep you updated regarding safety situations, which may impact our schools – we want to let you know about a series of bogus threats that have happened recently at Colorado school districts. While none have yet happened in Englewood Schools, unfortunately, law enforcement is confirming at least three cases of “Swatting” at schools in Denver, Colorado Springs and Alamosa . Swatting is when someone makes a prank call to police claiming an emergency and provides a real address for officers to respond to. Please know that if an Englewood school is forced to lock down due to a swatting call, the police and the District will follow Standard Response Protocols (SRP) to ensure the safety of students and staff. We regularly practice SRP through drills. It is important that we continue to take threats seriously – continuing to report concerning information with school administrators or law enforcement and doing everything we can to prevent false reports. Thank you for partnering with us to keep your students safe. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to mandy_braun@engschools.net . STUDENT ATTENDANCE ON OCTOBER 3 Please make sure your student is in attendance on Monday, October 3. October 3 is "count day" when the state counts the number of students who are enrolled in each Colorado school. Colorado schools receive funding based on the number of students who attend. Please make every effort to ensure your student is at school on Monday, October 3 as this will help us provide the best opportunities possible for students! OCTOBER LOW OR NO-COST EVENTS Upcoming events in October : Oct. 3: Resource Connect @ Englewood Public Library, info here Oct. 5: Englewood Schools Family Resource Center Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., info here Oct. 6: Latin Beats: Sonidos de las Américas @ Boettcher Concert Hall, info here Oct. 6: Englewood High School Homecoming at Randy Penn Stadium-game starts at 7:00 pm Oct. 8: Murals & Mason Jars Hosted by the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m., info here Oct. 9: SCFD Free day: Denver Museum of Nature and Science, must reserve tickets, info here Oct. 11: SCFD Free day Denver Art Museum, info here Oct. 13: Shawl/Ribbon Skirt/Drumstick Making @ The Denver Indian Center, info here Oct. 15: Englewood/Denver Fire Station Pancake Breakfast and Open House, 8-11:00 a.m., info here Oct. 21-23: Halloween Bootique @ the Streets of Southglenn. Low-cost or free costumes, info here Oct. 22: Englewood Trunk-or-Treat, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., Civic Center Parking Lot, info here October 23: Day of the Dead Piñatas at the Aurora History Museum, info here Check out October events hosted at the Englewood Public Library here . Check out the various events and projects that the Denver Public Library system is hosting for Hispanic Heritage Month here . Follow Englewood Schools on Social Media Be a champion for Englewood Schools, and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter ! Get the latest school happenings right in your news feed, and help spread news about our schools and students.    

Thursday, Sep 29 2022