Time, Tasks, and Tenacity: Helping Students Succeed with Independent Executive Function Skills

Date: October 9th, 2023 Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Location: Peak to Peak Charter School Cafeteria

Can't make it in person? Join us virtually! Register Here! After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with event details.

Join us for an engaging in-person community presentation by renowned expert Sarah Ward, where we explore effective strategies to empower students in their academic journey. Learn how to help them start, persist, and finish routines, tasks, and homework with confidence and echo the language and tools we are using at Peak to Peak. Read more about Sarah here. 

It’s time for the annual LMC Book Drive! We are collecting donations for the library to keep the books up-to-date and relevant to our students. Please consider donating from the elementary or secondary wish lists on Amazon.com. (See attached flyer for more info.) These lists were curated by our P2P librarians who know what is needed. The annual Book Drive is our only library fundraiser and your help is extremely important. We thank you in advance for your participation!

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As you may know, all students now have access to our "Free Food for All" program at Peak to Peak. This program does not require an application.  However, families who wish to have their school fees waived/reduced must complete the Free and Reduced Lunch Application/Fee Waiver Application and complete the Release to Share information before October 1.  Upon qualifying, your student's required student fees and athletic fees will be adjusted. Please contact Elizabeth Begley with questions about these forms or Amy Skinner with questions about your student's fees.

Dear Families,

Thanks so much to all who were able to join us for the Homecoming tailgate party on Thursday evening. What fun it was to celebrate with our community! 

Town Halls: We wanted to let you know that the first of three planned “town halls” will happen on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 9-10am. We will use these town halls to share information with the community on key strategic initiatives happening at the school in alignment with our strategic plan. If time allows, we will take questions from the audience pertaining to the topics discussed at the town hall. We will also solicit feedback from the community via a survey after the event. Families can attend town halls in person, but we will also offer a virtual option and make a recording available afterwards. 

At this first town hall, Jennie Klein will share information on 2022-23 academic outcomes as well and information related to our K-12 Executive Function Initiative. Jennifer Douglas will share a high level overview of the 2023-24 budget and update the community on some exciting developments pertaining to our facilities.     

Future town halls will be held on January 23, 2024 from 4:30 - 5:30pm and on March 13, 2024 from 6 to 7pm. We have intentionally scheduled the town halls at different times of day to ensure that parents/guardians with different work schedules and other commitments can attend; again, all will be recorded and available virtually both during and after the event. 

As always, we are open and available for questions, concerns, or feedback from the community, so please reach out. Thanks for your partnership in serving our wonderful Peak to Peak students!

All elementary students are invited to the K-5 soccer and basketball camp on October 9th from 9:00 - 12:30 at Peak to Peak Charter School with Passion with Purpose.  The camp will consist of soccer on the West field from 9:00-10:30am, followed by a quick 30 minute lunch (please pack a lunch) and will finish with basketball in the middle school gymnasium from 11:00-12:30.  The cost of the camp is $55

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Complete the registration and waiver form.

Submit payment here.

This information was included in a previous Digest article.

Dear Middle School Families and Students,

Thank you for your energy, support and partnership last month as we launched our community of over 400 middle schoolers into the 2023-24 academic year! Our team is in the thick of preparations for the  overnight trip to the Y of the Rockies for all 6th graders on Tuesday, September 26th to Thursday, September 28th; we are also designing unique field trip experiences for our 7th and 8th graders, separately, in the month of October. These are experiences we intentionally create for all students in an effort to consistently nurture a celebratory, inclusive and connective culture in our middle school. 

In addition, each October, our 8th graders take the PSAT 8 as part of our instructional preparation for their high school career, and also as a college readiness benchmark (Key Performance Indicator #3) under our school’s strategic plan. 

Please read below for special program information that may apply to your student(s) on Tuesday, October 3rd and Monday, October 16th.

Tuesday, October 3rd

6th grade: Full Day of Classes Students and the 6th grade staff will have recently returned from the Y of the Rockies overnight trip. Classes and lunch for 6th graders will run as usual on this day.

7th grade: Team-Building Field Trip Students will participate in an all-day outdoor field trip to CU Boulder’s Challenge Course at Will Vill, where they will engage in teamwork, problem solving and healthy risk-taking through high- and low-ropes course challenges and House competitions. Please make sure your student:

• arrives no later than 7:45am and reports to the Auditeria for a prompt departure.

• has a plan for pick up along Puma drive upon return at 4:00pm.

• brings a sack lunch, water bottle and dresses for the weather.

A communication with required forms and the Challenge Course waiver will be sent directly to 7th grade students and families via email next week. Access to the communication can also be found here. If you have any questions, please reach out to the 7th grade team leaders, Jenny Kirchner (jenny.kirchner@bvsd.org) and Erin Manzanares (erin.manzanares@bvsd.org). 

8th grade: PSAT Like last year, the PSAT 8 will be a digital assessment. This is in preparation for the nationwide shift to digital assessment at the high school level over the next few years. Please make sure your student:

• Arrives no later than 7:45am to ensure they have enough time to find their testing room and all students can start on time.

• Brings their fully charged BVSD device. Students should not bring a smartphone or smart watch. If these cannot be left in a locker, students will need to power them off and turn them into the test proctor for the duration of the test. 

• Has a plan for pick up at the dismissal time of 12:00pm, except for those testing with extended time. Parents/guardians with students testing longer will receive an email with additional information. 

Lunch will not be served to 8th graders on this day. If you have any questions, please reach out to James Fuller (james.fuller@bvsd.org).

Monday, October 16th

8th grade: Legacy Day 8th graders will participate in on- and off-campus activities to contribute to their middle school legacy and build team spirit within the Class of 2028. Students will create a legacy art installation followed by a walk to Lamont Does Park for a picnic lunch. After lunch, students will continue to Bounce Empire for an afternoon of team-building challenges. Students will then walk back to campus for an on-time release at 3:10pm. A communication with more details and required forms will be sent directly to 8th grade students and families in the next couple of weeks. 

Thank you for your continued partnership and support,

Clara Quinlan and Victoria Hankey | Middle School Principal and Assistant Principal

James Fuller | K-12 Assessment, Data and Tech Manager

We are excited to celebrate Peak to Peak Homecoming Saturday night, September 30th, from 8:00 - 10:00 pm in the North East Gym. The theme is disco!

Parents and guardians, please help us reinforce Peak to Peak’s commitment to creating an environment at our dances that is safe and substance-free.

This information was included in the Counseling Digest.

Parents and Guardians are invited to attend College Day Sessions as part of the High School's 14th Annual College Day. Available sessions are below.

Please register by Monday, October 2.

8:45-9:25 

Defining the Gap Year: what it's all about, who should consider it, and how it can prepare recent grads for an exciting and meaningful future.  

Did you know that October is Gap Year Exploration Month (GYEM)? Amber Latimer (she/her), Gap Year Enthusiast and Director of Outreach and Recruitment at Pacific Discovery will be at Peak to Peak to teach you all about GYEM and why a gap year might be the next ascent for your student(s). In addition to her professional role, Amber sits on the Outreach Committee of the Gap Year Association.  

9:35-10:20 

Bridge to Bachelor’s Degree and the Community College Advantage

Learn about the no-hassle transfer process between participating two-year and four-year programs that allow a smooth transition due to the guaranteed transfer program. The Bridge to Bachelor’s Degree program is made possible through collaborative agreements between the Colorado Community College System and select Colorado four-year universities.  On average 6,000  students transfer from Front Range Community College to four-year institutions 

10:40-11:55

College Fair

12:05-12:45

Empowering Your Student in the College Search Process

Presented by Mississippi State University and University of Tennessee

Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to ensure your child’s success in the college application process while making the journey a rewarding experience for both of you. Don’t miss this opportunity to support your child’s educational future with confidence and enthusiasm.

1:40-2:20

Insight into Selective College Admissions

Presented by Grinnell College and Davidson College

Gain invaluable insight into the highly selective college admissions process as our expert representatives share their knowledge on which students are admitted and why. In this enlightening session, they’ll provide insight into an insider’s perspective on what admissions committees consider. Don’t miss this opportunity to demystify the college admissions process. 

2:30-3:10 

First Year Experience 

Many colleges and universities offer a First Year Experience (FYE) Program to help students transition into college. Learn from Peak to Peak’s new teacher librarian, Caitlin Cooke, who created a FYE at a college in a previous job, about how you can support your student in making the most out of a FYE. FYE programs encourage students to transition seamlessly from high school to college. These programs typically focus on developing essential study skills that will set the stage for academic and social success throughout college.

This information was included in the Counseling Newsletter.

Hello Parents and Guardians of the Senior Class of 2024!

It's that time of the year to think about your senior and to celebrate your student with a 2024 yearbook recognition ad (aka baby ads) in the high school yearbook. Please be on the lookout for mailed information on how to purchase an ad or see this document for more information.

An early-bird discount will be offered for ads completed with payment submitted by October 27th.

The final deadline to submit and pay for an ad at the regular price is November 14th.

Senior portraits are due November 14th - Click here to upload the portrait of your senior for the yearbook.

Contact information for senior recognition ads: 

www.TheYearbookCompany.com
951-274-9561 (parent help line)
help@theyearbookcompany.com
Recognition Ad Contact: Monica Brown    
monica@theyearbookcompany.com

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

Cindy Guajardo
HS Yearbook Advisor
cynthia.guajardo@bvsd.org

To wrap up Homecoming Week, all are welcome to cheer on these teams who will be competing in Puma Pete's Cornhole Tournament this Sunday. The double elimination tournament will start at 2:30pm at the Lafayette YMCA Turf Field (championship game will be at approximately 5:30pm). Attendees are welcome to bring food, drinks, chairs and blankets and enjoy a fun afternoon with other Puma families. We hope to see you there!

Vivaan Bhardwaj (Class of 2026) won first place for #2 Singles in the Longmont Boy's Tennis Invitational Tournament held on September 23, 2023. Way to go, Vivaan!

Do you have a student or staff celebration to share with us? Submit accomplishments and photos for the Puma Spotlight by clicking here!

We can't be there for every moment, but we know you are there with your cameras. By sharing your photos through this form, we can share the story of your Puma moment with our community.