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March Newsletter


Dear Dutch Creek Community,


Happy March 1st…can you feel it? The sun is rising a bit earlier, the weather is a bit warmer, and there is a buzz of excitement to just be outside! Several classes have been enjoying extra recesses and learning opportunities outside to get some fresh air and Vitamin D.  (Those of us who are used to Colorado weather know that this is just a tease and the “real snow” is about to come…but it is an energy boost nonetheless, and we’ll take it!)


I am writing this Principal’s Pen right after a hugely successful Celebration of Learning. I was so excited to see the massive amount of community members who joined us to celebrate our students and their beautiful accomplishments. Each student, pre-school through fifth-grade, shared beautiful, complex, and authentic work with their families and our community. Students proudly demonstrated learning through art, writing, dramatization, technology, and more. This is a tradition at our school that is a true highlight and continues to get better. This year, we added a “scavenger hunt” for the dolphin in each room that displayed a keyword related to the learning of the grade level. This was an exciting way for families to participate and explore different grade levels and classrooms throughout the building. I’m proud of you all who found ALL the dolphins…way to go! 


I would like to recognize Mrs. Rauh, our amazing art teacher, for making this event happen. There is so much “behind the scenes” collaboration, planning, and work that she does to make this night a success. Our Celebration of Learning is truly a point of pride and something we will continue for years to come. When I walk around and see students proudly bragging about their accomplishments and learning to an audience that cares about them, I can do nothing but smile. The pictures below are only a small snippet of the night, but show a glimpse of the success. 









There is so much to look forward to in the spring. Most importantly right now, we have our Boosterthon Fun Run scheduled for March 14th. Please be on the lookout for communication on how to participate in this event. This year, we will be fundraising for ways students can be active! We want to replace our outdoor sports equipment, install more benches in the front of the school (especially in front of the preschool), and work towards a climbing wall in the gym! This is our only large fundraiser geared towards all students in the building and we appreciate the support from our community.


As always, I am surprised at how fast this year is going by and I am so appreciative of the support and smiles from our community. Thank you for your partnership.


Mrs. Oliver

Principal

 

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