November 15, 2024
Nov. 15, 2024
Dear Grant Ranch Families,
As we move through this season of gratitude, I want to take this opportunity to share how grateful I am for each of you and each of our Grizzlies. The warm welcome that you all have embraced me with has been extraordinary. The love and warmth that our teachers pour into students every day is phenomenal, and the growth and support that our Grizzlies show with each other and to our school community is second to none. I feel so lucky to be a Grant Ranch Grizzly!
Megan Bohanan, interim principal
CAREGIVER CORNER:
We’ve noticed some seasonal illnesses going around, so let’s all work together to keep everyone healthy! Please remind your children to wash their hands regularly and cover their noses and mouths when sneezing and coughing. As the weather gets colder, please remember to send your children in with coats, hats, and gloves to keep them warm throughout the day. If you need assistance providing warm clothing for your child, please reach out or check out the resources below:
- Cozy Coats for Kids (this is a great option, but you need to order clothes in August, so this can be used next year)
Also, the colder weather means more items for your child to be in charge of. Please try and label your child’s clothing, especially outerwear, so that we can quickly return any lost items.
Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe, healthy, and warm this season!
THIS WEEK’S GRANT RANCH EVENTS:
THE FALL GRIZZLY ROLL CALL STARTS THIS WEEK! Students who are here for 95% of the next three weeks (miss 1 day or less) will be recognized and get to celebrate on Friday, 12/13. Elementary students will earn a special prize and extra recess. Middle school students will earn a popcorn/hot chocolate and Chromebook party during SEL. Please talk this up with your students and families!
- Nov 18-22: Quarter 2 Spirit Week !
- Monday, 11/18: Cozy Day – Wear your comfy clothes!
- Tuesday, 11/19:Guess Who Day! Dress Up Like Someone Else and Have People Guess Who You Are!
- Wednesday, 11/20: Twin Day: Dress up the same as your friends!
- Thursday, 11/21: Backwards Day: Wear your clothes backwards!
- Friday, 11/22: Grizzly Day! Show your School Spirit wearing Grant Ranch gear or colors!
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- Print or see this flier for more information!
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- Thursday, Nov 21: Thanksgiving Lunch
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- Join us for our Thanksgiving Feast! You can purchase your tickets for Thanksgiving Lunch from the front office through Tuesday, 11/19.
- Please be slightly flexible with us, as there are MANY more folks to get fed than normal.
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- Friday, Nov 22: Quarter 2 Award Assembly
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- Mapleton AFROTC will be coming to Grant Ranch on Nov. 22nd to help us celebrate Veteran’s Day. The assembly will include a flag folding ceremony narrated by one of the cadets and takes 8-10 minutes.
- We are inviting all GRS caregivers, family members, and neighbors who are veterans to our awards to be recognized and be given notes of thanks from children at the assembly.
- Students and families will meet the cadets. Extra notes will be taken to the VA.
UPCOMING GRANT RANCH EVENTS:
- November 21st: Thanksgiving Lunch
- January 14th, April 14th 5:00-7:00 pm: Grant Ranch Skate City Nights!
EVENTS CALENDAR FROM THE STUDENT EQUITY COMMITTEE:
Jan 6 – March 15
- Jan 29: Lunar New Year, Year of the Snake
- TBD Whole School Dance (PTO)
- March 17-21 Quarter 3 Spirit Week
- March 21 Quarter 3 Award Assembly
March 17 – June 3
- May 2: Dia Del Nino (PTO + us + Sandra Castor)
- May 16: Field Day
- May 23 Back up Field Day
- May 27-Quarter 4 Spirit Week
- Quarter 4 Award Assembly
- Field Day
- Continuations
UPCOMING DISTRICT + COMMUNITY EVENTS:
Southwest Rec Center Winter Registration is open! Please see this flier for all of the activity offerings for the winter season! If you need help registering, watch this short video!
Important Links and Numbers
GRS 2024-25 Student-Family Handbook
DPS Transportation: 720-423-4600
If you have any questions about any of the information that has been provided please contact the Main Office at 720-424-6880.