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Ellis Elementary Newsletter |
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Check out the latest Eagle News! |
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•Now-February 13: ACCESS Testing Window
•January 19: No School for Students; Martin Luther King Jr. Day
•January 21: 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 23: Kindergarten Field Trip to the Children's Museum
•January 30: First Grade In-House Field Trip
February 2 from 3-4 p.m.: CSC Meeting
February 4: 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.
•February 12: Kindergarten and Third Grade Receive New Shoes with Wholly Kicks
•February 16: No School for Students; Presidents' Day
•March 3 & 6: Trimester 2 Awards
•March 20: Inside the Orchestra Music of the World Program at Ellis |
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Meet Our Incoming Principal: Mr. Anthony Muñiz |
Hello everyone! My name is Anthony Muñiz, and I am honored and excited to introduce myself as the incoming principal of Ellis Elementary School. I bring 18 years of experience in education across elementary, middle, and high school settings, including roles as a teacher, dean of students, assistant principal, and principal resident within Denver Public Schools. I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and my work has consistently focused on building strong school cultures, supporting multilingual learners, and strengthening instructional practices so all students can thrive. I am deeply aligned with Ellis’s belief that we are all learners and that growth comes from reflection, collaboration, and a commitment to the whole child.
On a personal note, I was born in New York, raised in Puerto Rico, and have been here in Colorado for the last 10 years. During my free time I enjoy playing video games, reading, hiking, going to the gym, and trying out new restaurants. I have a cat called Osman who is 3 years old and keeps me pretty busy around the house. I love traveling and getting to know different cultures. I have been to Australia, Spain, and Mexico, just to name a few countries I have visited.
I look forward to listening, learning, and working alongside you all as we build on the strong foundation already in place at Ellis!
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Reminder: ACCESS Testing is Underway |
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 began on January 12 and concludes on February 13. Please ensure your student is present and on time.
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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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No School on Monday, January 19 |
There is no school on Monday, January 19 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Enjoy the long weekend, and we'll see our Eagles back at school on Tuesday, January 20. |
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Student Dental Cleanings Sponsored by Tepeyac Community Health Center |
Don't forget: 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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Staff Spotlight: Interim Principal Kurt Siebol |
We wanted to take this opportunity to highlight our Interim Principal Kurt Siebold for joining our Eagle family this year. When he first arrived at Ellis, Mr. Siebold says he was struck by Ellis’ strong caring community. “There is a strong climate of paraprofessionals and teachers who are invested in the lives of the students,” he said.
His favorite part of this school year has been getting to know the staff and students, and it’s a privilege to support the staff as they work to support our Eagle students. He encourages all Eagles to keep working hard and to enjoy the learning journey.
Thank you for everything you’ve done to help our school!
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Healthy kids learn best! Here’s a quick guide to help you decide when your Eagle is ready for school and when they might need to stay home.
Please keep your child home if they have:
•A fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher (must be fever-free for 24 hours without medication before returning)
•Vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours
•A frequent cough or trouble breathing
•A sore throat with fever or swollen glands
•A rash that’s new, spreading, or unexplained
•Red, irritated eyes with drainage
It’s okay to send your child to school if:
•They have mild cold symptoms (like a slight runny nose or light cough) but feel well enough to participate
•They’ve been fever-free and feeling better for at least 24 hours
•They’re on medication for an illness and are feeling well again
Please check out the How Sick is Too Sick guidelines from the Colorado Department of Health for more detailed information. Thank you for helping keep our school community healthy and happy!
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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 offers Food Markets where families can pick up a free basket of food at no cost. The LoVVe Project provides food baskets every Tuesday at Ellis from 2-2:30 p.m. and they offer Saturday Markets on occassion as well. Their next Saturday Market will be January 31 from 8:30-9:00 a.m. at 1650 S Birch St. 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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