Niwot Elementary Student to Compete at National Spelling Bee

Niwot Elementary School fifth-grader Cooper Edwards recently won the Boulder Valley Regional Spelling Bee and is one of two students from Colorado who will be competing at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, DC, in May.  After experiencing an early exit at Niwot’s spelling bee in 2023, Cooper returned this year with a renewed […]

Student Leaders Organize Inaugural Inclusion Night

Empowered by a desire to create a more inclusive world, a passionate group of St. Vrain Valley Schools (SVVSD) students are gearing up to host the district’s first-ever Inclusion Night. Led by high school students Anya Wieder, Claire Schultz, and Whitney Zanini, with the support of teachers Liz Wieder, Erin Quakenbush, and Nathalie Tuhari-Katz, the […]

Community Schools K-5 Registration for 2024-2025 Opens Next Week

Dear St. Vrain Families, Thank you for your continued partnership as we remain dedicated to delivering exceptional care and enriching learning experiences for your students. As we prepare for the opening of Community Schools K-5 registration for the 2024-2025 school year, we want to share some updates to our registration process that will ensure a […]

Bestselling Author Kazu Kibuishi Visits Niwot Elementary

At a recent assembly for third through fifth graders, Niwot Elementary School hosted New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Kazu Kibuishi. Known for his Amulet graphic novels and iconic cover designs for the 15th anniversary release of the Harry Potter series, Kibuishi’s literary contributions are widely recognized around the world, with over 7 million […]

2024-2025 Preschool Registration: St. Vrain Valley Schools and Universal Preschool Congruent Registration Now Available

Family registration for 2024-25 Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) is now available. All children in Colorado can register for up to 15 hours per week of funding for high-quality preschool in their year before kindergarten, and many may be eligible for additional hours based on qualifying factors. Families who have not yet pre-registered for Preschool with […]

Reminder: Upcoming Parent University Sessions, March 6 and March 11

St. Vrain’s Parent University program provides training, information, and resources to parents and caregivers in order to support the well-being and success of their children. All events are from 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Please note, sessions vary from in-person and virtual. Spanish interpretation will be available at every session and childcare will be available […]

Silver Creek High School to Host Annual Lunar New Year Celebration, February 24

Silver Creek High School is proud to announce the hosting of the annual Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m. This event is free and open to the public and will include a variety of cultural and musical performances, games, food samplings, and hands-on activity booths such as […]

Niwot Elementary and the Mwebaza Foundation Build Connections Between Colorado and Uganda

For more than 15 years, the Mwebaza Foundation, an education organization, has been instrumental in creating meaningful partnerships between schools in Colorado and Uganda. Since its inception, the Foundation has expanded to multiple schools in St. Vrain Valley and other districts across Colorado. What began as a small program at Niwot Elementary has grown into […]

Championing Fiscal Responsibility and a Strong Return on Investment, St. Vrain Valley Schools Lowers Rates for Property Taxes Collected in 2024

Championing Fiscal Responsibility and a Strong Return on Investment, St. Vrain Valley Schools Lowers Rates for Property Taxes Collected in 2024 Over the past decade, the St. Vrain Valley has experienced significant growth and is considered one of the most desirable places for outstanding public schools, jobs in fast-growth industries, abundant outdoor recreation, and an […]

St. Vrain Infant and Toddler Literacy Night, January 24

St. Vrain families with children ages 0-3 are invited to the Infant and Toddler Literacy Night on Wednesday, January 24, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The event, hosted by St. Vrain’s Early Childhood Department, will take place at the Timberline PK-8 Library and features local early language development experts Susan M. Moore and Laurene Phillips. […]

St. Vrain Valley Schools Achieves the Highest Graduation Rate in Denver Metro Area

St. Vrain Valley Schools has achieved the highest on-time graduation rate in the district’s history, at 93.3%. This is also the highest graduation rate of any district in the Denver Metro area, and the highest of any district in Colorado with more than 300 graduates.

Niwot Elementary Kindergarten Info Night

We will host a Kindergarten Information Night on Wednesday, December 6th at 4:30pm for families & friends interested in open enrolling, registering, and/or learning more about Niwot Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year. You will have an opportunity to hear from the kindergarten teachers and tour the school. Please share information with family and friends […]

Innovation Center to Host ‘Day of AI’ Event as Part of Computer Science Education Week

The Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools is set to host a Day of AI event on December 2 from 2-5:00 p.m. as part of this year’s Computer Science Education Week. The event will feature a variety of activities designed to engage, educate, and inspire attendees about artificial intelligence (AI). Students, parents, educators, and […]

St. Vrain High Schools Achieve Recognition on College Board’s Advanced Placement School Honor Roll

Eight high schools within St. Vrain Valley Schools have been honored with the distinguished College Board AP School Honor Roll designation, acknowledging outstanding student performance on college-level Advanced Placement exams. The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based […]

Innovation Center Welcomes Community to PK-5 STEM Open House on Dec. 6

As part of Computer Science Education Week, St. Vrain PK-5 elementary families are invited to explore STEM at the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools. The event will take place on Wednesday, December 6 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Innovation Center. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of educational offerings including coding, […]

Innovation Center Welcomes Community to PK-5 STEM Open House on Dec. 6

As part of Computer Science Education Week, St. Vrain PK-5 elementary families are invited to explore STEM at the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools. The event will take place on Wednesday, December 6 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Innovation Center. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of educational offerings including coding, […]

Superintendent’s Update: Advancing Achievement and Success

Student Spotlight Letter from the Superintendent Dear St. Vrain Valley Community, Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we advance excellence across our system to support the ongoing success and well-being of our students. It has been an outstanding semester in St. Vrain, with so much to celebrate throughout our system. Recently, we […]

2024-2025 Fall Preschool Pre-Registration Begins December 1

To better serve our families and to support a more timely student placement, St. Vrain Valley Schools is offering families the opportunity to complete the district’s online pre-registration process prior to the state’s Universal Preschool (UPK) Application, which is currently which is currently expected to be available in February, 2024. Benefits for Families Who Pre-Register for Preschool: […]

Open House Dates 2023

Secondary schools in St. Vrain Valley Schools are hosting open houses to answer questions and share information about the many program offerings available across the district as families begin planning their transition to middle and high school next year. Below are upcoming open house dates across the district. For questions regarding open houses, programming, or […]

Niwot Elementary’s ‘All-School Movement’ Blends Music, Fitness, and School Spirit

Every Friday morning, students, staff, and parents assemble on the upper field at Niwot Elementary for All-School Movement. The program consists of 15 minutes of physical activity and is an opportunity for the school community to come together, get active, and celebrate the end of the week.  All-School Movement is a popular tradition that has […]

St. Vrain Valley Schools Hosts Annual Musical Instrument Drive

St. Vrain’s Fine Arts department is hosting its fourth annual musical instrument collection drive. Members of the community are invited to donate gently used instruments to St. Vrain Valley Schools’ music program and receive a donation receipt from the St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation. There are two drop-off dates at the Lincoln School building […]

Superintendent’s Update: A National Model of Success

It has been an outstanding start to the 2023-2024 school year, with so much energy and engagement throughout every school in St. Vrain.

Leadership St. Vrain Now Accepting Applications

Leadership St. Vrain is a program designed to provide parents and other community members the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of our district’s mission, operations and strategic priorities. The program is especially beneficial for those who want to obtain a foundation in district operations and governance and become more active participants in St. Vrain Valley […]