September 1, 2023Updated on September 14, 2023

Parent Newsletter – 9/01/23

Dear Trail Ridge Families,

We have had a great start to the school year! The students have done outstanding as they have transitioned into their new grade levels and there is a healthy buzz around the building! Great things are on the horizon for the Grizzlies!

Here are a couple of quick reminders for the coming week:

*Monday is Labor Day! We hope everyone enjoys a nice 3 day weekend!

*Next Wednesday is our first Late Start Day of the school year. Students begin school promptly at 10:15 am.

*Visit Chipotle (1708 Main St) on Wednesday night from 4:00-8:00 pm to support the Grizzly Robotics Team and enjoy a nice meal!

As always, if there is anything we can do to help or if you have any questions, please reach out to the school office. We are here to help!

Sincerely,
Eddie Cloke

Principal

Upcoming Events

Mon., September 4th: Labor Day (NO SCHOOL)
Tues., September 5th, 3:00 – 4:00 pm, Commons: Student Council
Wed., September 6th, 10:15 am – 2:50 pm: Late Start Day
Wed., September 6th, 3:00 – 4:00 pm, Mr. Fortes (A226): Music & Good Vibes Club
Wed., September 6th, 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Aspen Ridge: Volleyball Away Game @ Aspen Ridge
Wed., September 6th, 4:00 – 8:00 pm, Chipotle: Grizzly Night @ Chipotle (1708 Main St).

Late Start Day

Our first late start day of the school year is Wednesday, September 6th. School begins at 10:15 am. All transportation will be on a 2 1/2 hour delay. In addition, please note that breakfast is not served on late start mornings.

Volleyball

Volleyball Team will have their next away game at Aspen Ridge on Wednesday, September 6th at 3:30 pm. We hope to see you there!

Music & Good Vibes Club

Is your child interested in different genres of music, sharing song lists, reviewing music, and just spreading good vibes? All students are welcome to join the Music and Good Vibes Club. Students who are interested can email Mr. Fortes at [email protected] or show up at the next meeting after school on Wednesday, September 6th.

Grizzly Night @ Chipotle

Don’t want to cook? Place your order in support of our Grizzly Robotics Club on Wednesday, September 6th, 4:00 – 8:00 pm, at Chipotle @ 1807 Main St., Longmont. Order online for pickup using code Q3VQXJ2.

School Pictures

School pictures taken at Trail Ridge on 08/25/2023 are now available to view and order online at the Jostens Picture Portal or by calling 1-877-515-1447.

School Pictures are Ready!

View and order at https://shop.jostenspix.com/ login

TRAIL RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Event Code: FE165823
Also Needed: Infinite Campus Student ID

Yearbook Sale

This is a special year for your child. With a yearbook your child can see how they have been a part of the school and save notes from friends and teachers. The price is $33 through October 27th. Late orders are $40.Order at jostens.com/Yearbook.

Send your 8th grader a special message with baby photos in the yearbook this year! Prices go up after October 28th. Design yours at https://theyearbookcompany.com/

Ipad Insurance Deadline

The LTP Student iPad Insurance window will close on September 15th. Parents who wish to join the insurance pool for the current school year will need to make at least a partial payment before that date. All students are eligible to join the insurance pool for the school year.

This optional insurance fee will be voided on September 15th if no payment has been made.

School Lunch Program

St. Vrain Valley Schools Department of Nutrition Services provides quality, nutritious, and well-balanced meals for all students across the district. This year, SVVSD has opted into Healthy School Meals For All. This means students have access to 1 free breakfast and 1 free lunch daily. You can find answers to FAQ on the district website, as well as view the school menus here. Additionally, all families who believe they may qualify for free or reduced-price meals should still complete an application. Applications can be accessed on the district website or in the front office and are continuously accepted and processed throughout the school year (families are invited to apply or reapply at any time).

Student Code of Conduct

Thank you for your partnership and supporting the academic growth, safety, and well-being of our students. Each year the District publishes a manual for students and families entitled, “Behavioral code of conduct and Board of Education Policies, Rights and Responsibilities of Students and Parents”. It is important that families review this information every year and acknowledge their receipt and understanding of this document.

Please click here to access an electronic version of the revised Code of Conduct for the 2023-2024 school year. After you have reviewed this information, all families must sign an electronic acknowledgement that they have received, read, and understand the information contained, including the Annual Notification to Parents/Guardians; Behavioral Code of Conduct; Rights and Responsibilities of Students and Parents; and Board of Education Policies book. To sign your electronic acknowledgement, please follow the steps described here. Thank you for your continued partnership and support. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Trail Ridge.

Gifted & Talented Referrals

Each year, schools in St. Vrain Valley School District complete a process to identify students who demonstrate exceptional ability or performance in one or more academic areas and may, therefore, qualify for Gifted/Talented educational services. These students usually perform at least two years above grade level in their strength area(s), and they require additional academic challenges in order to support their continued educational growth and progress. In addition, they usually demonstrate characteristics of unique creativity and high motivation in their strength areas.

Referrals are open through the month of September and will close on the last day of the month. Referrals after that date will be addressed on a case by case basis. Completing a referral guarantees a review of the student profile to determine if testing is recommended for the student. The process for identification requires a body of evidence and often takes place throughout the school year.

The process takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.

Erin Elsen

[email protected]

Link to English Referral Form: https://forms.gle/ZMqtoyffM2d7Sxoo8