ACCESS Testing at Swansea began on January 13 and will continue to take place over the next two weeks. Multilingual Learners (MLLs) in grades K-12 participate in the ACCESS for ELLs state assessment. This assessment measures a student’s English language skills in the areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing. ACCESS is used by classroom teachers to determine the level of language support that a student may need during instruction. With this information, we are able to monitor student progress on an annual basis and determines what programming a student needs. Please make sure your student is present and on-time to school over the course of ACCESS Testing.

If you have questions about ACCESS Testing, you are invited to attend the upcoming Unidos Por Swansea meeting on Friday, January 16 at 8:15 a.m.; ACCESS Testing will be the main topic of discussion.

Saturday School begins this weekend on Saturday, January 17. This opportunity is only available to students who have registered! Saturday School begins at 9 a.m. and ends at noon. Swansea provides snacks/ drinks as well as gifts and books for students who attend. If you have any questions please reach out to the main office at 720-424-3630. 

Fourth and fifth grade students are encouraged to register to play basketball! The registration window is open through January 21! 

In December a non-profit organization, A Precious Child, donated holiday gifts to our school community. If your family received one of these gifts, we kindly ask for feedback to provide our partner!

English Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PG2025_E

Spanish Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PG2025_S

The survey is brief and completely optional, and all responses are confidential. All entries will be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card.

Research shows the top concern of parents is children and teens struggling with anxiety and depression. Join the Central Community Hub for this informative workshop!

What: Calm and Kind Family Program is designed to equip parents with the tools to support their children emotionally in three key areas: Mental Health, self-regulation, and managing your own emotions. You’ll learn practical strategies to help your child manage their emotions in healthy ways to provide calmer, more effective support. Come connect with other families, and share tips for your parent toolkits! Giveaways (gift cards and more), Snacks, and Childcare Provided! This session will be offered in English and Spanish.

Where: Central Community Hub located in Swansea Elementary 4650 Columbine St Denver, CO 80216 enter through door 15

When: January 20 and 22nd from 4-6pm

Who: Parents, family and anyone who works with children

Questions? Contact: Central Community Hub 720-424-3710 cencommunityhub@dpsk12.net

Reminder: Unidos Por Swansea is meeting on Friday, January 16 at 8:15 a.m. All guardians are invited to attend. Unidos will be discussing ACCESS testing. 

Guess who? This staff member was born and raised in Denver, Colorado! Her favorite food is homemade spicy Mexican food, and she loves the colors burgundy and pink.

This mystery stallion studied at Metropolitan State University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management, a minor in Spanish and a Masters degree in the Arts of Teaching.

In her free time, she likes to play volleyball, go to water parks and parks, camp, and attend barbecues with her family. Do you know who it is?

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