SVVSD students win global artificial intelligence competition

A team of St. Vrain Valley Schools students at the Innovation Center won first place in the fifth annual World Artificial Intelligence Competition for Youth.

Open House Dates 2022

Secondary schools in St. Vrain Valley Schools are hosting open houses to answer questions and share information about the many program offerings available across the district as families begin planning their transition to middle and high school next year. Below are upcoming open house dates across the district. For questions regarding open houses, programming, or […]

STEP RIGHT UP! The Book Fair Is Here!

It’s time for the Scholastic Book Fair. We will be open for students to shop before school, during LEAD, after school, and with their Language Arts classes Sept 21 – 27. The Book Fair will also be open until 8:30 pm on both conference nights so parents can come shop, too!! If you’d like to shop online […]

Mr. O’Hair’s Digital Parenting 101 Information

Below you will find the presentation given at the Digital Parenting 101 session, which was offered on 9/7/22. Please reach out to Mr. O’Hair with any questions at [email protected].

Annual Registration Information Update

Hi Rattler Families!  As the new school year quickly approaches, we kindly ask that you take a moment to address a couple of housekeeping items. Annual Update-please review your information and make any necessary updates.  It is important that we have the correct information on file for your student.  This includes address updates, phone numbers, […]

Free, reduced-price meal applications available for the 22-23 school year

St. Vrain Valley Schools’ department of Nutrition Services provides quality, nutritious, and well-balanced meals for all students across the district. Due to the expiration of federal pandemic waivers, there will be a cost to school meals for the 2022-2023 school year. All families who believe they may qualify for free or reduced-price meals are encouraged […]

Advancing Excellence by Design

Despite many challenges over the past several years, St. Vrain Valley Schools continues to advance excellence and student achievement to unprecedented levels. Below are just a few of the hundreds of celebrations that demonstrate the highest levels of success due to the support of our students, families, teachers and staff, business leaders, elected officials, and […]

Rookie Rattler Information – 2022

We were very excited to host our Rookie Rattler night for new to Altona 6th grade parents and students on May 4th, 2022. If you were unable to join us, or if you would like to see what was discussed, here is the link to our presentation.

Nutrition Services Summer Meal Distribution Program

St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Nutrition Services Department will once again offer summer meals at no cost to families from June 6-30 on Monday-Thursday each week. Drive-through meal service will provide breakfast and lunch each day. Double meals will be handed out on Thursdays. The curbside meal program will be available at the following locations: Altona […]

Those who can, teach.

There is no more noble and important profession in our society than that of our educators. With over 90% of our nation’s children attending a public school, it is our teachers and staff, in partnership with parents and families, who are shaping the future of our world. 

A Strong Foundation for Global Acceleration

By Don Haddad, Ed.D., Superintendent As I reflect on the past three years in St. Vrain Valley Schools, and all that we have achieved during a time of great global disruption, I am reminded of the strong investments we’ve made over a decade ago that have propelled our acceleration and success in a time of […]

3.8 Million Meals and Counting

St. Vrain Valley Schools has a strong focus on nutrition and has received many recognitions such as the USDA’s Once in a Melon Award for administering an exemplary farm to school program. Additionally, the 3.8 millions meals that our Nutrition Services team serves each year includes local produce – including organic produce from Colorado’s Western Slope – whenever available. Other […]

Middle School Mathematics and Secondary World Languages Adoption Public Review

St. Vrain Valley Schools is currently piloting new instructional resources for middle school mathematics and secondary world languages. The resources will be available for online review and introduction. Teachers, administrators, students, parents, and community members are all welcome to evaluate the digital materials and provide feedback during our virtual meetings. Please click the following links during […]

Update Regarding Masking Protocols in St. Vrain Valley Schools

Dear St. Vrain Valley Schools Teachers, Staff, and Families, Thank you for your continued partnership in advancing the well-being and success of our students. Throughout the pandemic, we have continued to work closely with our county and state health agencies regarding COVID-19 safety protocols. Last night, the Boulder County Board of Health voted to end […]

Altona Middle First Semester Reflection and Accomplishments

Dear Altona Families and Students, Our students, teachers, and staff have worked extremely hard over the course of this semester. I am exceptionally proud of their character, service, leadership, and scholarship and I want to thank our whole community for your support.   Every day, I am impressed by the instruction and learning happening in each classroom.  Our […]

High School Athletics Update: Boys Volleyball and Girls Lacrosse

Dear Grades 8-11 St. Vrain Students and Families, Student engagement is an important part of any comprehensive educational experience. Accordingly, St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Department of Athletics, Activities, and Fine Arts is committed to offering a robust selection of co-curricular activities and enrichment options in every school throughout our district. We also continue to add […]

Students throughout the Silver Creek feeder system are now Green Star certified

Eco-Cycle’s Green Star Program began in spring 2005, empowering students to take ownership of their school environment to reduce waste, increase composting and recycling and consider individual impact on the environment. Although the program is in several schools across the district, the program is solidly in place throughout the Silver Creek Feeder Schools — Eagle Crest Elementary, […]

Join us: Career Elevation and Technology Center and Innovation Center Open Houses

Dear 2022-2023 High School Families, St. Vrain Valley Schools offers numerous opportunities for students to engage more deeply in their career interests and extended learning through industry certifications, career and technical education training, advanced technology courses, and more.  We invite you to attend the open houses for the Career Elevation & Technology Center and Innovation […]

Open Enrollment and Preschool/Kindergarten Registration Window for the 2022-23 School Year Opens December 1

Dear Parents and Guardians, Thank you for your partnership as we continue to advance the academic success and well-being of our students. St. Vrain Valley Schools is proud to offer a wide-range of rigorous academic focus programs that give your student a choice in selecting a school that best aligns with their interests. In order […]

Update from Nutrition Services regarding last-minute menu changes

At St. Vrain Valley Schools, we know the importance of school meals in fueling both healthy minds and bodies. While school meals may look a little different during the 2021-2022 school year, please know that your school nutrition team is working hard to ensure students have safe, nutritious, and appealing meals. Today, I am writing […]

2021 Altona Showcase of Learning Open House

Come and see what the Altona Way is all about!  This open house event is designed for current and future parents to learn why Altona maintains a tradition of excellence and is a leader in providing authentic and rigorous learning for all students.  You are invited to explore a variety of areas to see what […]

Student Responsible Use of Social Media

Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we advance the well-being of our students and the safety of our school communities. Toward this end, we have some important information to share with our families to best support our students’ responsible use of social media.  When used appropriately, social media can be a helpful […]

Local farmers show students where they get their food

Columbine Elementary joined Nutrition Services, School Wellness to celebrate Colorado Proud School Meal Day. The chickens were interesting and everyone wanted to know how bees make their honey. But the big star at Wednesday’s farming show-and-tell at Columbine Elementary was Westley, a 16-month-old horse who likes to show off a bit. “Oh he loves it,” […]