Copper MesaElementary

Dear Copper Mesa Community,

Looks like the weather will be perfect for Field Day tomorrow and our community gathering on Sunday. And speaking of perfect - I have to brag a little about our lawn. I fertilized before the big rain one weekend and the grass is looking pretty green!!

This week I will mention the following:

 

• Clothing Donations

• Band/Orchestra Concert

• Choir Concert

• Wax Museum

• Field Day

• EPR’s

 

CLOTHING DONATION

 

I just registered Copper Mesa for a clothing collection challenge. The USAgain clothing containers in our parking lot are the spot to drop off clothes your family no longer wears. The challenge runs from June 1-30th. Cash prizes will be awarded!! So begin going through your closets!! I know I will!

 

BAND/ORCHESTRA CONCERT

 

While I was unable to attend our band/orchestra concert because of a prior commitment, I heard it was outstanding. Congratulations to all of our students who play an instrument. I have heard them several times practicing before school and they are outstanding! I also listened to a song the orchestra played to our fifth graders one morning and I was so impressed!!

 

CHOIR CONCERT

 

I was able to attend both the school and evening performances from our amazing choir, under the direction of Ms. Abby Muller. They performed several songs for our students and parents. I especially loved the songs they sang about saying goodbye to our sixth graders and me. They also presented me with a heart with every student's fingerprint on it. I will keep and treasure this beautiful heart forever!!

 

WAX MUSEUM

 

It’s the time of year again that our third graders become famous Americans in what is called the Wax Museum. Our students selected a famous American to learn and write about. Then it concluded today with our third graders dressed up as the famous American they selected. It was so cool to see them share about the person they chose. Check out some of the photos!

 

FIELD DAY

 

As I mentioned in my opening sentence, the weather looks to be ideal for our Field Day tomorrow. This is always one of the highlights for all of our students. A huge shout-out to Mr. Novak, our wonderful PE teacher for making this happen. I look forward to seeing all the smiles and laughs of our students as they participate in the various activities! Please ensure your children wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle!

 

EPR’S

 

You will soon be able to view your child’s final Elementary Progress Report (EPR) of the year. On Saturday, May 25th, our district will release EPR’s district-wide. To view your child’s EPR follow the directions below. I hope that 100% of EPR’s will be viewed. Your children have worked so hard this second semester and I am sure that there is a lot to celebrate. The best way to understand their growth and accomplishments is to check out their EPR’s!

 

You will log in through the EngagED Parent Portal at engaged.dcsdk12.org. You will log in using the same username and password that you have created in Infinite Campus/Parent Portal, but please see the reminder below about the new format for your username. If you need to remember your username and/or password, please visit: https://www.dcsdk12.org/identity-management to request a username reminder and/or to reset your password.

 

Reminder for DUO: the district's new implementation of DUO requires parents to use the following format: enter your username and @p.dcsdk12.org in the field marked Email Address (e.g. [email protected]) and your district password in the field marked Password on the login screen. If your username and password do not work, please call the IT Support Center at 303-387-0001 for assistance.

 

This will be my final lengthy blast of the year and my time at Copper Mesa. I will write a short blast (for me!!) next week. It has been my pleasure and honor to write about all the awesome things that happen at Copper Mesa each week. CME is a fabulous school, with awesome teachers, students, and of course all of you!! I have been honored to be the principal at Copper Mesa since 2016. You all will be close to my heart and the memories will last forever!!

 

Steve

Link to CME Website

Link to CME B.A.S.E. Website

Link to My School Bucks

Attendance Line - 303-387-7377 - please call the attendance line if your child will be out

 

FIELD DAY 5/17/24 - Wear sunscreen and bring water

Due to inclement weather predictions and the concern for the field being wet, we have decided to postpone Field Day. Our make up date is Friday, May 17th. If you have signed up to volunteer, Mr. Novak will be contacting you directly whether or not you are available for the make up date. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

PARENT PORTAL ACCOUNTS -

Late July, we will be sending out an email to announce who your student’s teacher will be. In order to find out this information you will need to sign into your parent portal EngagED account. Please make sure you can sign into your parent portal account before the end of this school year. Make sure you write down your username and password. There will be no one in the office to help you over the summer! Please contact the office with any questions before the end of the year!

 

Reminder for DUO: the district's new implementation of DUO requires parents to use the following format: enter your username and @p.dcsdk12.org in the field marked Email Address (e.g. [email protected]) and your district password in the field marked Password on the login screen. If your username and password do not work, please call the IT Support Center at 303-387-0001 for assistance.

 

MEDICATION PICK UP -

As we wind down the school year and we head into summer, I wanted to send out a reminder. Please plan to pick up your student’s medication at the end of this school year by 5/23/24. As a reminder all medications and medication release agreements EXPIRE at the end of the school year. Refer to this letter for more information.

 

LIBRARY-

Please remember to return all your library books as soon as possible! Thank you!

 

LOST AND FOUND - DONATED AT THE END OF THE DAY 5/23/24

Please visit our CME Lost and Found Boutique! We have some amazing items that need to find their home again! Browsing hours are from 8:25 to 3:45!

Vista Nation's Summer Conditioning program for incoming 7th graders-

This program is a great opportunity to meet other middle schoolers, get to know the middle school coaches AND get in great shape before Cross Country season, which will start the first day of school. Come to as many or as few practices as you want. Summer vacations are the best part of summer!

 

Here are the highlights: Summer XC Conditioning: registration is here

Dates: Mondays-Fridays, 6/3-8/3

Time: 7-8:30 AM

Location: Various areas around Highlands Ranch (example locations: Mountain Vista track, Redstone Park, Griggs Road Trailhead)

Cost: $150

 

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Our runners participated in summer conditioning before their 7th grade year. It was a wonderful experience and helped set them up for success both socially and athletically!

 

Sarah Bolthouse ([email protected]) and Caryn Diesinger ([email protected])

(Mountain Ridge & Mountain Vista Running Moms :-)

 

JUNIOR EAGLES MVHS CHEER CAMP -

https://mountainvista.rschoolteams.com/mountainvistacheer

Camp - June 3rd - 6th 9am - 12pm

Performance - June 6th - 6pm - 7:30 pm

Register by May 20th - see flyer for more information

 

MRMS Volleyball Camp - 5th and 6th graders -

Please see the linked flyer regarding Volleyball camps this summer offered at MRMS!

 

MRMS BASKETBALL CAMP - 5TH - 6TH GRADE

Please see the linked flyer regarding Basketball camps this summer offered at MRMS!

 

MVHS SUMMER CAMPS -

Girls Basketball Camp - 3-8th grade

Flyer

 

Middle School Pom Camp (for 6th-8th Grade)

https://vistagoldeneagles.sportngin.com/register/form/114313035

 

Boys Basketball Camp (for 3rd-8th)

https://vistagoldeneagles.sportngin.com/register/form/352139564

 

Cheer Camp (for K-8)

https://vistagoldeneagles.sportngin.com/register/form/464389422

 

2024 Jr. Dance Poms Camp

here is the direct registration link.

https://vistagoldeneagles.sportngin.com/register/form/097799933

 

STONE CANYON SUMMER CAMP -

Register your student for a summer to remember today! Energetic and attentive staff, a wide variety of activities, and the potential for lifelong friendships await you when you arrive at our beautiful 99-acre location in the Rampart Range.

 

We offer week-long Overnight Camps for 9-15-year-old campers and 3-day Day Camps for 6-9-year-old campers.

 

More information can be found at www.StoneCanyonEdge.org/summercamp

 

DCSD COMMUNITY EVENTS-

Our Community Nights with the Rockies are:

Saturday, May 11 at 6:10 pm vs. Rangers

Sunday, May 12 at 1:10 pm vs. Rangers

Monday, May 27 at 2:10 pm vs. Guardians

Saturday, June 15 at 7:10 pm vs. Pirates

Tickets for these games start at just $15!

Direct ticket link: https://www.mlb.com/rockies/tickets/specials/schools/douglas-county-schools

 

Our Community Nights with the Rapids are:

Saturday, June 15 at 7:30 pm - includes Firework Show!

Saturday, July 20 at 7:30 pm - includes Drone Show!

Wednesday, Oct 2 at 7:30 pm

Tickets start at $19!

Direct ticket link: https://rapids.spinzo.com/?group=douglas-county--uca2

 

ELITCH Gardens & Water Park

One Day Tickets $34.99

Season Pass $77.99

Discounted parking and meals are also available to DCSD community!

Direct ticket link: https://elitchtickets.parkezpay.com/#/34/genericv/store

 

Information and ticket links for ALL current Foundation Community Events is: https://www.foundationdcs.org/community-events