Connecting In-Person and Online

This week, we want to celebrate our amazing 5th-grade students for their recent science experience! They brought our innovative learning model to life by gathering at the LaunchED campus for a deep dive into their science curriculum. This unique session used our classroom technology, allowing students who attended in person to connect and collaborate seamlessly with their classmates who joined virtually. Mr. Reid did a wonderful job of using this time to build community while helping students dig deeper into complex science concepts. Watching our students excitedly show what they learned and work together, regardless of location, was a perfect example of what makes LaunchED so special.

We are incredibly grateful that LaunchED has a physical campus. While our core learning happens online, this space offers students wonderful opportunities to come together sometimes for classes, and, as the 5th grade proved this week, for unique experiences where they can apply and proudly showcase their learning in person. This blend of virtual flexibility and in-person connection truly enriches the LaunchED experience for everyone.

---

---

Weekly Student Art Featured

This week we are featuring our High School Photography class!

HS Photography students have been exploring creative self portraits, experimenting with props to enhance their portrait, as well as lighting and unique points of view. Our students use their iPads as well as art apps available through the district to help take and edit these photos (these students used both Snapseed and Procreate). Its incredible how our students demonstrate time and again their creativity and innovation in the work that they do!

---

Coat Drive: District Student Leadership Team Project!

The Longmont Rotary Winter Warmth Coat Drive runs from September 21 to October 30. Collection barrels are located throughout Longmont for gently used or new coats, blankets, hats, scarves, gloves, and mittens (note: no winter boots this year).

We’re grateful to partner once again with the OUR Center, which provides a managed path of distribution, ensuring items reach those most in need. New this year, Student Advisory Councils from St. Vrain Valley School District high schools will lead collection campaigns in their schools—engaging youth directly in this community tradition.

A heartfelt thank-you goes to our local businesses and organizations for supporting this effort. Together, the Winter Warmth Coat Drive helps keep our neighbors warm while inspiring the next generation of service.

Drop Off Locations: 

LaunchED Campus 619 Bowen Street in Longmont (other locations–see this flyer with more information!)

Thank you to our Superintendent Advisory Council members for helping to lead this project along with students from around our district: Destiny (11th), Annie (12th) & Emily (12th)

---

Office Hours Reminders!

Does your student need some additional support or help in a class? Please encourage them to attend office hours with their teachers! Office Hours is a time for students to meet 1:1 or in small groups and receive instructional support, re-teaching, coaching, feedback, and more on their classwork. This pivotal time is one of the magic ingredients that makes LaunchED a powerful place to learn–please encourage your students to attend! Our secondary teachers hold office hours between classes and during the 11:00-12:00pm block every day. Elementary teachers hold this time at the end of the day, often between 2:00-3:00pm.

Your encouragement to attend will make all the difference as students engage in these structures to receive that extra support!

---

St. Vrain Valley Schools Band Night!

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites families to attend Band Night on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Everly-Montgomery Field in Longmont. The evening will feature performances from high school bands across the district, concluding with a drone show presented by the St. Vrain Student Performance Drone Team. This event is a great opportunity to bring students and the community together in support of local feeder high schools.

Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for students, and free for children age six and under. Eighth grade students will be admitted free with a valid student ID.

Purchase Tickets Online

---

Attention 9th-12th Grade: Save the Date for October 8th!

The NMSQT (National Merit Scholar Qualifying Test)/PSAT will be held on Wednesday, October 8th, from 8:00am-12:00pm at our LaunchED Campus for all 11th grade students.

9th and 10th grade students will take an online PSAT through Webex on Wednesday, October 8th.

12th grade students will have an asynchronous learning day on Wednesday, October 8th.

There will be no 9th-12th grade classes that day. IC and CETC classes will not meet this day either.

---

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites community members to the Support Staff Job Fair on Monday, October 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

Opportunities are available across the district in roles including paraprofessionals, custodial services, transportation, maintenance, nutrition services, and more. Attendees will meet with district leaders, explore current openings, and receive support with the application process. St. Vrain offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to positively shape the educational experience for students.

Learn more and register online

---

---