Posted April 23, 2021
Cory Families,
I apologize for the delay for information about next school year. We are still working out some details with the calendar for next year and bell times. I will be able to share more information next week because we have some wonderful programming for students next school year with STEAM and project-based learning.
As we approach May, teachers are planning for end of year assessments and engaging student centered projects. We know that students’ memories are often made at field day, enrichment day, the talent show and continuation. Just like everything else this year, the end of year celebrations and events will be a little different. However, we are hopeful that we will be able to provide some of these experiences for our students. We are currently planning for field day and continuation.
With this school year ending, we want to share some staffing changes into next school year. Ms. Sturges is retiring. We wish her the very best on her new adventure. Mrs. Clark will be the new literacy intervention teacher next year. Mrs. Javernick will be a Senior Team Lead and Math intervention teacher. Mrs. Witwer has accepted a new position to support her goals in school leadership. We are so excited for our colleagues who are moving on to new adventures. Currently we have two openings at Cory for the next school year (4/5 Math teacher and GT teacher). We are actively in the hiring process for these positions.
As I reflect on this school year, I continue to be amazed at the efforts and instruction our teachers have been able to provide given the environment they were thrust into. I am also so very appreciative of the support from our community. I want to thank you for supporting me and our teachers as we ‘pivoted’ time and again this year based on health conditions. I appreciate the kind words about our teachers. Thank you for your continued support and engagement!
CSC
The Collaborative School Committee (CSC) is a great opportunity for parents to further participate in the education of our children by supporting decision making at the school. The CSC is a collaborative committee of school leadership, teachers, parents and classified staff who meet monthly to strategically design the school’s Unified Improvement Plan, analyze school data, provide guidance on and approve the school budget and staffing allocations, and advise the school leadership on school design decisions. If you are interested in serving on the CSC, please complete a nomination form no later than May 5.
Free COVID testing for DPS students
DPS is expanding their partnership with COVID Check Colorado to offer free COVID-19 testing to students to support a safe return to school. Students will now be able to take an initial COVID-19 test before coming back to school as well as ongoing screening tests every other week. To register, please go to: https://www.primarybio.com/members/sign_up?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.primarybio.com%2Fm%2Fr%2Fdenverps&test_group=denverps
Testing sites: https://covidcheckcolorado.org/where-to-test/
Best,
Joan Wieser
Joan_Wieser@dpsk12.org
Principal
1st – 4th grades only: If you have not already done so, please complete the Parent Input Form for class placement next school year. The deadline is Sunday, April 25th at 10pm.
https://forms.gle/u2NfcomiT89aYMDH8
We will have a virtual Parent Meeting this Tuesday, April 27 from 5:30-6 pm. We will discuss ways to support your student in ELD this summer through reading, writing, and virtual field trips! If you are coming to the meeting AND need a translator, please contact Kara Butte @ kara_butte@dpsk12.org
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/sbn-hgvz-ykj
Or dial: (US) +1 216-352-4575 PIN: 294 927 193#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/sbn-hgvz-ykj?pin=7943231597314
The $150 Star Family donation is a great way to support your school. Every dollar raised from these donations goes directly back to Cory.
As an added bonus, only our Star Family Sponsors will be entered into a separate drawing for a luxurious 2-night stay for 4 at the Award Winning Resort Devil’s Thumb Ranch; made possible by our generous sponsor Fluid Truck!
Become a star family at https://cory.ejoinme.org/tickets
Auction Questions
Contact your auction chairs Naurin Gilger and Danielle Gooden at coryauctionteam@gmail.com
This is our last sign up genius of the year for Kiss n Go and South Door support! Thank you to everyone who has volunteered. There are still 6 weeks left in the school year to volunteer. We could really use your help for a few minutes in the morning before school or right after the bell rings in the afternoon. This has been so helpful for the Teachers and Administration in keeping our kids safe. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C45ABAA22A64-kiss1
Thank you to everyone who participated in our last dine out. We managed to raise $500 for our school! Our next dine out will be at Mod Market Eatery from 11-9pm on Wednesday, April 28th! They are located at 1000 S. Colorado Boulevard #101. Please take a moment visit https://www.groupraise.com/events/187374 to share your commitment in joining that day!
When ordering, be sure to tell them that you’re supporting Cory Elementary school! Thank you so much and thank you for your continued support!
Saturday, May 22 at 10 am – the Cory PTA will put on a fun run (once around the Cory-Merrill campus) for all Cory families. We will ask families to register so we can plan waves for social distancing, but there is no fee.
FUN RUN REGISTRATION FORM
Although we have had a mixed up hybrid year with remote and in person learning, we have been able to make some amazing memories! The yearbook this year is a great way to connect, enjoy our successes and be able to look back at what a crazy year this has been!. Please order via the link below and pay no later than May 8th. Payment can be completed through Venmo or drop a check/cash off in the office. Payments can be sent via your child.
