Welcome to March! As a school community we all participate in March Book Madness, but modeled after the college basketball tournament. This is a creative and fun way to introduce students to diverse texts across the school. Teachers and guest readers share children’s books and each class votes on their favorite. We post a bracket in the front hallway and students can see which books are progressing to the final round. Ask your students at home which book is currently their favorite. |
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I wanted to highlight two events this week. PTA is sponsoring our third annual community bingo night. Families are welcome to join us from 6:30 to 7:30 in the cafeteria for some good old fashion bingo. This is a game everyone can participate in. We look forward to seeing you there. On Friday, we are hosting a parent coffee on anxiety and perfectionism. We are seeing more and more anxiety in our students. Our school psychologist, Kim Irk, will be going over some helpful strategies and ways you can support your child at home. It will start after drop off in the school library.
Finally, I wanted to give a shout out to our Science Fair volunteers, participants and winners. Thank you to Ms. Racha for all the organization and to all the students (and families) that worked diligently to create a project. Below is a list of the winners. As always, reach out with any questions! Shelby Dennis |
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| 3rd Grade: First Place: Matthew Bair Second Place: Tie: Blake Clark, James McNamara Third Place: Tie: Max Mayle, Lilah Brooks |
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| 4th Grade: First Place: Alexandra DeWitt Second Place: Jonas Lynn
Third Place: Grayson DiFalco & Owen Moles |
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| 5th Grade: First Place: Blake Babbitt, Graham Brewer & Boden Graff, Second Place: Zander Maxmeister
Third Place: Sadie Barajas |
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April 6-24th - CMAS April 18th - Swigert Auction
April 30th - International Night May 1st - No School, professional development May 8th - Service Day, Swigert's Got Talent
May 22nd - Field Day May 28th - Last day for 5th grade, clap-out, 5th Grade Exhibition & Continuation May 29th - Last day for ECE-4th grade |
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Here's a look at March at Swigert. Get a full resolution printable here. |
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We'd like your feedback on Back To School events |
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We would love some feedback on the events we host in the busy back to school fall time. We want to do a good job of balancing getting families all the information you want and need, with also respecting your time commitments.
If you have a a minute or two, could you fill out this survey as we start to make the fall event calendar. Thank you! https://forms.gle/q5CdewJprcVfJXWP7 |
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Class Picture Day is Thursday, March 19th. You can dress up if you want. 🙂 Pictures will be outside with the whole class and there will be an option to purchase after you see them! You can find additional picture day information on the Bloom picture dashboard here: https://thebloombeehive.com/swigert. |
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Community Coffee: Perfectionism and Anxiety In Kids |
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Join us for a Parent Coffee focusing on Perfectionism and Anxiety and how to help your kiddo! Hosted by our school psychologist, Ms. Irk. Friday, March 6th after drop off around 8:15am, in the library.
Coffee is provided! |
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Join us in honoring Pippa's memory by dressing as a princess or superhero on Friday, March 20th. |
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Cast Your Vote for Swigert! |
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Save the Date: International Night |
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| 5th Grade Families save the date for Exhibition & Continuation Thursday, May 28th 5-7pm details to follow |
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Music: Swigert Singers for International Night |
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Calling all Singers!
Swigert Singers, the school’s extracurricular choir, begins rehearsals soon. The choir is open to any 1st-5th grade student who wants another chance to sing and perform. Swigert Singers rehearse each Wednesday after school from 3:15-4:00 in the music room. The choir will sing at International Night on April 30.
Rehearsals begin Wednesday, March 18. See you there!
Sign Up Here Mrs. Baker
bridget_baker@dpsk12.net |
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Music: Kindergarten & 2nd Grade Concerts March 12th |
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The kindergarten and 2nd grade concerts are Thursday, March 12th! The kindergartners will present “Insects” and the 2nd graders will present “Folktales” on Thursday, March 12.
At 5:45 PM, kindergarten students will meet in their classrooms. Their concert begins at 6:00 in the gym. At 6:25 PM, 2nd grade students will meet in their classrooms. Their concert begins at 6:40 in the gym. Dress for this concert is nice clothes. |
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Art: March Artist of the Month! |
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March’s Artist of the Month is Sienna St. Martin from Ms. Mosley’s third grade class. Sienna is always so Knowledgeable and Caring in art class. Here she is with her fantastic oil pastel inspired by Vincent Van Gogh. Way to go! |
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| WHEN: Tuesday, March 3rd TIME: 6:30-7:30pm in the cafeteria WHO: everyone COST: free Mr. Shutts and Mr. Amador will be the BINGO callers! |
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Chick-Fil-A Dine & Donate - tonight! |
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| TONIGHT! Spirit Night
Chick-Fil-A on Quebec St
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Come by for dinner before BINGO night and 20% of all Spirit Night sales will be donated back to Swigert. The event includes mobile orders, with a special code: 030226! |
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Please help the Swigert Food Pantry with one final stock up! All items can be brought to class and will be collected. Thank you for your support. This food will help take us through the end of the school year. As a reminder, if you or your family has any need for extra food support, please contact richard_fisher@dpsk12.net to be included in the anonymous food support program. We know things change, so please reach out any time! Next week! March 9th-13th |
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Please join us March 11 at 6pm for our 4th PTA meeting of the year! Exciting updates will include all of the great planning for the school auction, details about end of year events, voting on the new board, and more! Are you hoping to get more involved or learn more for next year? We’d love to have you now and help you find where you best fit! |
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Auction Tickets are now on sale! Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 Location: DaVita World Headquarters, 2000 16th St Mall, Denver
Attire: Cozy Mountain Luxe Meets Modern Cocktail Chic and anything in between. Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Adults Only Tickets & Tables On Sale Now! Don’t Wait! TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST SwigertApresSki.givesmart.com Tickets $100, Ticket prices go up on 3/27! |
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Order your Auction T-shirts now! https://www.swigertpta.com/spirit
This is a one time pre-order. The shirts will be distributed right after spring break. The shirts are available in youth XS-XL and adult S-XL and they're $25 a shirt. |
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CU Anschutz 2026 Annual Youth Summit |
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The CU Anschutz HOPE Office is hosting the 2026 Annual Youth Summit on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The event is designed for students in grades 3 through 5 and provides a valuable opportunity for young learners to explore careers in medicine through engaging, hands-on
See full flier: HERE |
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NNE Community Hub offering |
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International Women’s Month Wellness Event (March 2–6, 2026) - In celebration of International Women’s Month, the Near Northeast Community Hub will host a special wellness event for DPS families, Denver residents, and DPS staff from March 2–6, 2026. Free wellness products and community resources will be available to support the women in our community.
Appointments are required. To register: |
We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and share the information with others who may benefit.
Thank you for helping us spread the word about valuable resources available to our community. |
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There are a few theater shows coming up featuring Swigert students or Swigert alum. Grab your tickets and go support local youth theater! |
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Roaming Gnome Theatre presents a fun family-friendly romp through London with Disney's 101 Dalmatians Kids! Follow Pongo, Perdita, and their “pets” as they try to rescue their puppies from the evil Cruella before it's too late!
Performance Dates:
Pongo: Friday March 20 at 6pm, Saturday March 21 at 6pm, Sunday March 22 at 12pm
Perdita: Thursday March 19 at 6pm, Saturday March 21 at 12pm, Sunday March 22 at 6pm
https://www.roaminggnometheatre.com/seeashow |
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Musical (60 minute version)
Presented by Mile High Youth Theatre
From: Saturday May 9, 2026 - 01:00 PM
to: Saturday May 9, 2026 - 02:00 PM (local time) PLUSS Theatre GET TICKETS HERE Based on the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” Book Series by Jeff Kinney and the 20th Century Studios Films
Middle School, ugh. It’s the worst. Greg is determined NOT to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his eccentric neighbor Fregley, or his best friend Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg … no way. Will Greg’s plans lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Can anyone avoid the dreaded Cheese Touch? Grab a hall pass, and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who survived middle school with this hilarious and heartfelt musical! |
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We strive to have great communication about all things Swigert. Please visit our website at www.swigert.dpsk12.org to learn more about events that are coming up.
If you need translation services for ANY Swigert event, please reach out to Megan Tate at Megan_Tate@dpsk12.net
You can also join our Friends of Swigert International School, a private Facebook page. We post pictures of events at school, interact as a school family, and you can see friendly reminders of upcoming events.
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