Be sure to mark your calendars for upcoming important dates and events at Cheltenham:
Nov. 10 - No School
Nov. 11 - Thanksgiving Luncheon
Nov. 24 - 28 - Thanksgiving Break
Cheltenham Elementary
Important Dates For Your Calendar
SNAP Benefits Information
Dear Families
The State of Colorado anticipates that if the government shutdown continues through tomorrow, Oct. 22, families who receive SNAP benefits will experience delays in disbursement for the month of November. The State will be sending communication directly to impacted households and will have their School Nutrition Team available to ensure families know how to access local food resources.
In the event that November SNAP benefits are delayed, our school meals at DPS will not be impacted. School breakfast and lunches will continue as normal and remain free to families.
If you need additional food before your SNAP benefits are available, contact these local organizations:
Colorado 211: Call 2-1-1, 866-760-6489 or visit 211colorado.org.
Feeding Colorado: Visit feedingcolorado.org/find-food or email info@feedingcolorado.org.
Hunger Free Colorado: Call their Food Resource Hotline 855-855-4626
Employment & Career Development Opportunities from the Northwest Community Hub
Hello, Northwest Parents!
I hope this email finds you well. You’re receiving this email because you expressed interest in employment opportunities with the Northwest Community Hub.
Follow the instructions below to schedule your one-on-one appointment!
[CLICK HERE] to Schedule Your Appointment
Fill out a Short Employment Questionnaire
Select a convenient day/time
You’ll receive directions to our office/school
Employment Partnership Resources
I am excited to meet with you. In addition, I will regularly share workforce partnership resources.
<CLICK> here to sign up for the weekly City of Denver upcoming Job Resources. Events are FREE! Just <CLICK> here to register.
Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Librarians Recommend: We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga by Traci Sorell
During the month of November, many families in North America take time to reflect on what they are grateful for. November is also Indigenous Peoples’ Heritage Month, when we honor the culture, history, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples in this country. In the standout picture book We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga, Cherokee Nation citizen Traci Sorell takes readers on a journey of gratitude through every season of life and nature. The whole family, from very young readers to older elementary kids, will find something to enjoy in this vibrant book. An opportunity to engage in conversation about gratitude and the culture and customs of the modern Cherokee people, this book may spark a new tradition around your family’s table this fall season. Check it out from the Denver Public Library today, and stop by the Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch to browse the Indigenous Peoples’ Heritage Month display throughout November.
Bibliotecarios de Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales recomiendan: Estamos Agradecidos: Otsaliheliga por Traci Sorell
Durante el mes de noviembre, muchas familias en Norteamérica reflexionan sobre lo que están agradecidas. Además, noviembre es el Mes de la Herencia Indígena Estadounidense, que conmemora la cultura tradicional y contemporánea de los estadounidenses nativos. El libro fantástico Estamos Agradecidos: Otsaliheliga, escrito por la ciudadana de la Nación Cheroqui Traci Sorell, cuenta la vida moderna de los nativos americanos y las bendiciones de cada estación de la vida y la naturaleza. Toda la familia disfrutará de este libro y la oportunidad de entablar una conversación sobre la gratitud y las culturas y costumbres de los nativos americanos modernos. Saque el libro de la Biblioteca Pública de Denver hoy y visite la sucursal de Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales para encontrar más libros sobre el Mes de la Herencia Indígena Estadounidense durante noviembre.
Gifted & Talented Family Series 2025-2026
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Time: 5:00 - 6:15pm
Topic: GT Brain-Based Practices
Description: Neuroscience-based strategies to support and enrich gifted student learning.
Zoom Link: CLICK HERE
To Register Click Here
Inclement Weather Arrival and Dismissal Plan
Cheltenham Elementary doors open at 7:20 a.m., even in cases of inclement weather. We are unable to provide safe coverage for students before this time. In the case of inclement weather at arrival, we will open the doors at 7:20 a.m. and have students move to the cafeteria until 7:25 a.m., when classrooms will open. Students will grab breakfast on the way to class. In the case of inclement weather at dismissal, we reserve the need to 'hold' students in the building in the case of unsafe weather conditions. In other cases, please go to your students' regular pick-up location. Teachers will dismiss students individually from the building door when they see students' caregivers.
Tasty Food Program
Afterschool meals for children will be offered at Denver recreation centers. Visit the Tasty Food website for locations and hours of operation.
Food Bank of the Rockies
Find a food pantry near you using their Pantry Locator tool.
Colorado 211
This confidential and multilingual service connects people to vital resources across Colorado. Call 2-1-1, 866-760-6489 or visit 211colorado.org. Note: The hotline is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, however, expect long wait times. To avoid waiting, use the call-back feature.
Feeding Colorado
The collaborative effort of the 5 Feeding America food banks that serve Colorado and Wyoming to coordinate and enhance food resources, ensuring food insecure Coloradans have access to healthy, fresh foods. Visit feedingcolorado.org/find-food or email info@feedingcolorado.org.
Hunger Free Colorado
Connects Colorado families and individuals to SNAP/food stamps, food pantries, free meal sites, WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) and other nutrition programs geared toward families, children and older adults. Call 855-855-4626 Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
No Cost Grocery Program
