• Jan. 26-30: ACCESS Testing
• Jan. 30: Celebrations for All January Birthdays
• Feb. 13: Classroom Valentines Day Parties, 2:00-2:30pm 
• Feb. 16: No School, Presidents Day

Families, we are excited to invite all 2nd-5th grade students to Saturday School starting Saturday, January 17th 9:00-12:00! Saturday School will run every Saturday (except 02/28, 04/11, 05/02, and 05/33). Each Saturday, students will participate in:

On January 30th we will have classroom celebrations for all January Birthdays. If your child is celebrating a January birthday, they are welcome to bring a treat for their class. 

On February 5th, we will have NAEP testing for 30 randomly-selected fourth graders. Please make sure your fourth grade student arrives to school on time that day.

Dear Cheltenham Parents and Guardians,
We would like to inform you about the ACCESS testing schedule:

Testing Dates:
- Jan. 26th-30th

All students who are required to test have received a letter at school. If you are unsure whether your child is required to test, please feel free to contact the school office for clarification.

Please note that all MLL (multi-lingual learning) students will participate in testing. 

Important Reminders:
- Please ensure that your child arrives on time for testing.
- Chromebooks should be fully charged and ready for use.

Thank you for your attention to these details. We appreciate your support in ensuring a smooth testing process for all students.

Best regards,
Cheltenham Elementary School

Are you interested in being a part of something new and exciting at Cheltenham Elementary? We’re in the process of forming a PTA and we’d love for you to get involved! Whether you want to help plan events, support school initiatives, or simply stay connected with the school community, your participation is welcome.

Fill out the PTA Interest Form today to let us know your interest and availability. We can’t wait to work together!

Dear Cheltenham Families,

We are sending home “Know Your Rights” cards with every student. These cards provide essential information about your rights under U.S. law, including your right to a free public education and protections regardless of immigration status. If your family doesn’t need the card, we encourage you to pass it along to a friend or neighbor who may benefit.

Additionally, if you’d like more cards, please call the school office or have your child come by to pick up extras.

These cards, created by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC), are a helpful tool in asserting your rights in various situations, such as encounters with law enforcement. We recommend that everyone carry one of these cards to stay informed and prepared.

Important Resources:

DPS Safe and Welcoming School District
Know Your Rights Guide (Google Doc)
Emergency Planning Resources

For further support, including training on your rights and resources for families facing immigration concerns, visit DPS Immigration Resources.

Take Action:
We encourage families to create a Family Safety Plan in case of an emergency. To update emergency contact information, please follow this step-by-step guide (Spanish version) or click here to access our quick-step guide (Spanish version).

If you need assistance or have questions about the information shared, please reach out to our Family and Community (FACE) Helpline at 720-423-3054 or visit our school office.

We are committed to supporting all families and ensuring that everyone feels safe and informed

The Park People’s Denver Digs Trees program offers free* and low-cost trees to all Denver residents. Choose from a dozen climate-appropriate species and help grow shade in Denver!

Key Dates
- Applications open: Now through February 15, 2026 (or while supplies last)
- Tree pickup & planting: April 17–18, 2026

Tree Costs
$15 trees in select low-canopy neighborhoods (including Athmar Park, Auraria, Baker, Barnum, Barnum West, Chaffee Park, Clayton, Cole, College View/South Platte, East Colfax, Elyria-Swansea, Five Points, Globeville, Green Valley Ranch, Jefferson Park, Lincoln Park, Mar Lee, Montbello, Northeast Park Hill, Overland, Ruby Hill, Skyland, Sun Valley, Valverde, Villa Park, West Colfax, Westwood, and Whittier)

Free trees* available through the Treeship program for families experiencing financial hardship

Apply at https://theparkpeople.org/our-work/denver-digs-trees/apply-for-trees/
Need a paper application? Email jess@theparkpeople.org or call 303-722-6262

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Árboles gratis y a bajo coste para las familias de Denver 

El programa Denver Digs Trees de Park People ofrece árboles gratis* y a bajo coste a todos los residentes de Denver. Elija entre una docena de especies adecuadas para el clima y ayude a crear sombra en Denver.

Fechas importantes
- Plazo de solicitud: desde ahora hasta el 15 de febrero de 2026 (o hasta agotar existencias).
- Recogida y plantación de árboles: 17-18 de abril de 2026.

Costes de los árboles
Árboles a 15 $ en determinados barrios con poca cobertura arbórea (incluidos Athmar Park, Auraria, Baker, Barnum, Barnum West, Chaffee Park, Clayton, Cole, College View/South Platte, East Colfax, Elyria-Swansea, Five Points, Globeville, Green Valley Ranch, Jefferson Park, Lincoln Park, Mar Lee, Montbello, Northeast Park Hill, Overland, Ruby Hill, Skyland, Sun Valley, Valverde, Villa Park, West Colfax, Westwood y Whittier).

Árboles gratis* disponibles a través del programa Treeship para familias con dificultades económicas.

Solicítelos en https://theparkpeople.org/our-work/denver-digs-trees/apply-for-trees/.
¿Necesita una solicitud en papel? Envíe un correo electrónico a jess@theparkpeople.org o llame al 303-722-6262.

If you have a favorite recipe that uses Colorado or locally grown ingredients, share it with the DPS Communications team here. In addition to sharing your recipe, please leave your contact information, so a member of their team can contact you if your recipe is selected for their upcoming surprise!

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Let the games begin at Game Together! Game Together is a program held at the Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Branch every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30pm. Explore games of all kinds with friends, families, and neighbors. Come play board games, video games, cards, and classics. There's a game for everyone, from Super Smash Bros to Bananagrams! Enjoy trying something new, meeting someone new, and connecting with library folks through fun.

¡Que comiencen los juegos a Game Together! Game Together es un programa que tiene lugar en la Sucursal Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales cada miércoles de 3:30-5:30 p.m. Explora juegos de todo tipo con amigos, familiares y vecinos. Ven a jugar juegos de mesa, videojuegos, cartas y clásicos. ¡Hay un juego para todos, de Super Smash Bros a Bananagrams! Disfrute de probar algo nuevo, conocer a alguien nuevo y conectarse con la gente de la biblioteca a través de la diversión de los juegos. 

Dear DPS parents, caregivers & grandparents!

Please join the Northwest Community Hub @ Trevista for a special session to learn about how you can support your student as a strong reader. This two hour event will share great strategies that can help your student thrive in reading. Meet other parents, enjoy snacks from Berries & Biscuits, receive some new children's books and earn awesome prizes! 

We'd love to have your participation!

What: DPS FACE University Read & Rise Program
When: Friday, February 6, 2026
Time: 9:30am-11:30am
Where: Northwest Community Hub at Trevista- 4130 Navajo Street (enter at door #7 near 42nd and Mariposa Streets)

For questions or to reserve your space: 720-423-1180
Walk-ins welcome! Younger siblings are welcome! 

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