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Ellis Elementary Newsletter |
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Check out the latest Eagle News! |
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•December 22 - January 2: No school for students; Winter Vacation
•January 5: No school for students; Professional Learning Day for Staff
•January 7: Early Release Day
•ECE dismissal is 12:45 p.m.
•K - 5 dismissal is 1:00 p.m.
•Discovery Link dismissal is 4:30 p.m.
•January 19: No School for Students; Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
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ACCESS Testing Begins in January |
Starting in January, our MLL students in Kindergarten-5th grade will participate in the annual ACCESS assessment. This test measures students’ progress in learning English in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Results help teachers better support each student’s growth and ensure they receive the right resources to thrive academically. Please encourage your Eagle to do their best and get plenty of rest on testing days!
Testing will take place January 12 - February 13. Please ensure your student is present and on time.
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1st Listening: 8:30-9:45 a.m. |
4/5 Listening:
10:15-11:30 a.m. |
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1st Reading: 8:30-9:45 a.m. |
4/5 Reading:
10:15-11:30 a.m. |
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2nd Listening: 8:30-9:45 a.m. |
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2nd Reading: 8:30-9:45 a.m. |
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day- No School |
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4/5 Writing:
10:15-11:30 a.m. |
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Early Release Day: Make Up Testing |
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1st Speaking Day: All Day |
2nd Writing: 8:30-10 a.m. |
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2nd Speaking Day: All Day |
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3rd Listening:
8:30-9:45 a.m. |
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3rd Reading:
8:30-9:45 a.m. |
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3rd Writing:
8:30-9:45 a.m. |
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Early Release: Make Up Testing |
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Ms. Baird would like to shout out Leon for writing his explanations on his most recent math test and consistently regrouping when adding and subtracting!
Ms. Carolina would like to shout out Daniel! He got the highest score on their class' math unit test and is consistently regrouping when adding and subtracting.
Ms. Duran would like to shout out Gerardo for writing his explanations on the math problems and always raising his hand during math time!
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Student Dental Cleanings Sponsored by Tepeyac Community Health Center |
Discovery Link will host its 2nd annual student dental clinic sponsored by the Tepeyac Community Health Center on Friday January 23, 2026! Families will need to complete the consent form that went home in last Friday's folder. Discovery Link Leader, Ms. Ebony Moore, has additional copies of the consent form in her classroom (room 107) if you need a new form! |
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Food Distribution Sites and Assistance |
Eagle families in need of additional food assistance should contact these local organizations:
The LoVVe Project: The LoVVe Project has additional Food Market distribution days during December. The LoVVe Project's Food Market is located at 1650 S Birch St and begins at 8:30 a.m. Come to the next food market on December 20. 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.
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Student Spotlight: Lennysmar in 3rd Grade |
We are so excited to celebrate Lennysmar as our Star Student! Lennysmar is new to Ellis Elementary this year, and she has done an amazing job adjusting to her new school and classroom. From the very beginning, she has shown a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn.
Lennysmar has made great growth in both math and reading this year. She works hard, tries her best, and doesn’t give up when learning feels challenging. Her effort and determination are truly paying off, and we are so proud of the progress she has made.
In addition to her academic success, Lennysmar is a wonderful friend and a fun classmate. She is kind, respectful, and always willing to help others. Her positive energy and friendly nature make our classroom a happier place.
We are so lucky to have Lennysmar at Ellis Elementary. Keep up the fantastic work; we are excited to see all the great things you will continue to accomplish!
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Staff Spotlight: Ms. Emily Yoder-Horst |
Ms. Yoder-Horst has been a proud Ellis Eagle for 11 years! For nine years, she taught English Language Development, and recently, she has transitioned to being a Special Education teacher. She feels lucky to be working with amazing students and a great team, and the Ellis community feels the same way! In both roles, her students and fellow staff members can see the positive impact she has on our Eagles.
Over the summer, she loves exploring the outdoors through camping with her family. This past summer, Ms. Yoder-Horst and her family visited seven national parks in Utah, Colorado and Arizona!
Thank you for all you do!
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We would like to thank all our friends at Community Resources for helping our Eagles have a day filled with hands-on learning and adventure. |
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Third Graders Go to Balarat |
Our third graders had the opportunity to go to Balarat! Check out some of the photos of the fun below: |
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In Case You Missed It: Ellis Principal Announcement |
Yesterday, guardians and staff members were notified that the Principal Selection Process has been completed, and a new principal has been identified! You can read the announcement here. |
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