Posted October 21, 2022
Dear Cory Community,
The staff at Cory set goals each year to ensure continual improvement. We have an intense focus on increasing achievement and achievement growth (MGP) for our students of color and students who receive free/reduced lunch. We have several strategies, which we believe will work to positively impact this data, which include:
In addition to our intentional focus on achievement, school culture and community engagement are keys to our success at Cory. We believe that all students at Cory need to enjoy learning, participate in project-based learning and engage in collaborative learning opportunities. We value all of our families and recognize that “it takes a village to raise a child.” We also value collaborative decision making between the school and the community and want to formally invite caregivers to attend our CSC meetings and PTA meetings. We encourage caregivers to volunteer in classrooms, participate in community events and join us for student celebrations of projects.
It is October, which means that we are gearing up for our fall parade. Students will get to dress up and celebrate fall! We will celebrate on 10/31 starting at 2:15. We are inviting all families to join us outside for a parade at 2:50. Please mark your calendars and look for additional information about this fun community event! If you wish for your child not to participate, please let your child’s teacher know as we will have alternative actives that your child can engage in.
Please join us for First/Second Grade Parent Literacy Information Night!
Who: Cory First and Second Grade Caring Adults
When: November 3rd from 5:00pm-6:00pm
Where: Cory Elementary Library
Why:To help families understand the new literacy curriculum and current literacy philosophy
RSVP: Sarah Clark at sarah_clark1@dpsk12.net
We are looking forward to sharing our traditional Thanksgiving Lunch with you!
Thanksgiving Lunch will be November 17th. Please fill out the form if you are going to attend lunch.
IMPORTANT DATES
Dear Cory Community,
We strive to support equity for all students in our diverse Cory Community. One way of doing so this year is by offering the opportunity for equity education to our parent community. These sessions will be similar to the educational opportunities our staff has undergone.
If you would like to be involved in planning and/or participating please contact me, Amber Bourgeois, amber_bourgeois@dpsk12.org, or 720-424-8431. Our first meeting is Wednesday, October 26, at 3:45 in the Cory Library.
I look forward to hearing from you, and thank you!
In partnership, Amber Bourgeois
“Educational equity means that each child receives what he or she needs to develop to his or her full academic and social potential.” – Unknown
Thank you and have a wonderful weekend!
Amber Bourgeois
STL
amber_bourgeois@dpsk12.net
Joan Wieser
Principal
jwieser@dpsk12.net 
We have your school pictures ready for you to share with your families. Along with that, your digital school service items are ready for you.
PICTURE DAY DASHBOARD: Please direct all care takers to your dashboard to view and order photos from. We have already sent out our Smile Club members an email letting them know that galleries are live, but please send your communication out to everyone and be sure to include your dashboard URL.
School Yearbook
The yearbook team is collecting student life pictures for the 2022-2023 Cory yearbook. If you have photos of the recent fall events, please share them with us! We would love to include photos of the Cory movie night, First Day of School, Dance, Fun Run, Fall Carnival, Field trips, theme days, and other school related events. We will also be asking for photos from upcoming events such as STEAM night and the Thanksgiving luncheon.
Photos can be uploaded to the community google share site here. Please include names/grades of students.
If you have any questions, contact Kristen at swindellkristen@gmail.com.
Cory Gear Drive: 10/18-11/1
Show your school spirit! This year’s Cory Gear Drive is running from October 18 through November 1, and all Cory logo gear purchased, including shirts, sweatshirts, and caps, will be delivered before holiday break. Please write your child’s name and teacher in the “comments” section at checkout. Click here to start shopping today!
Cory Dines Out: 10/24-10/25 @ Pete’s-A-Pie & The Junction Bar
Dine out all day on Monday, 10/24 and Tuesday, 10/25 at Pete’s-A-Pie at the Junction (2000 S. Colorado Blvd). Be sure to mention Cory and Pete’s-A-Pie will donate 20% back to Cory! In addition, the Junction bar is donating 10% of sales back to Cory, so be sure to stop by for a drink too!
Cory Works Out: 10/25 @ Trans Kickbocking
Join us on Tuesday, October 25th from 10-11am at Tran’s Fitness & Kickboxing (1550 S. Colorado Blvd) for Cory Works Out!
This is a total body fitness experience like none other that focuses on upper body strikes. With every strike, your core muscles engage, and you get a full-body workout that promotes weight loss and overall fitness. Get in shape and boost your confidence with this fitness class with us! The cost to participate is $20 (please Venmo @CoryElementary) and all proceeds will go to the Cory PTA. There are only 12 spots available, so please be sure to reserve soon!
Volunteers Needed: Cory Works Out
Volunteers are needed to co-chair the Cory Works Out fundraising program! This role helps to plan and coordinate 2-4 workout classes with local studios that give back to the Cory PTA. Examples of businesses we have partnered within the past include Lagree Luxe, F45, Barre Forte, and more. If interested, please reach out to Stephanie Campbell.
Become a PTA Member
PTA membership is a great way to get involved in the Cory community, and members have a vote on any issues raised at monthly PTA meetings. Membership is $15 for an individual and $30 for a couple. Join today by submitting payment through PayPal or Venmo (@CoryElementary), and checks made out to “Cory Elementary PTA” can be dropped off in the front office.
Friend of Cory Campaign Committee
We are a group of parents co-chairing the Cory Elementary PTA annual fundraising campaign, and hope we can count on your support by making your gift today.
Families that participate with a tax-deductible contribution allow Cory to provide all students with:
Not every DPS school has the same level of parental commitment and engagement as our community, and we’re thankful to everyone who chooses to support the Friends of Cory Fundraising campaign.
This year, we have a goal of raising $55,000 and achieving 100% family participation in our effort. To help raise awareness and encourage others to participate, we’ve created unique Cory ‘thank you’ items at various gift levels:
Please make your tax-deductible gift today. Your donation helps make Cory the best it can be.
Sincerely,
Mary Beth Carpenter, Keren Nimmo, Scott Jahnke, Kelly LaBoon
Friends of Cory Co-Chairs
Please come and check out the Lost and Found Area! There are quite a few items in there that need to go back to their homes. We will be donating the items that are still here after Thanksgiving. IF Your Child is Missing items PLEASE come pick them up.
First/Second Grade Parent
Literacy Information Night
Who: Cory First and Second Grade Caring Adults
When: November 3rd from 5:00pm-6:00pm
Where: Cory Elementary Library
Why: To help families understand the new literacy curriculum and current literacy philosophy
RSVP: Sarah Clark at sarah_clark1@dpsk12.net
Want to Volunteer
We would love to have you come in and help. We have lots of places you can come in and help out; the library, classrooms, outside recess and lunch duties, copies for the office and many other duties.
Please complete the background check through this site: https://equity.dpsk12.org/get-involved/volunteer-services
