September 23, 2025
Dear Swigert Families,
I love this time of year when our first IB Units come alive and students make deep connections about their learning. One of the best parts of my day is hearing students connect their learning and share about what they are excited about. Our third graders took a meaningful fieldwork trip to Union Station last week to study different systems including transportation, water, and just counting the number of people in and out of the station (tying in math). The kids were so excited when they came back to share their experiences.
As an International Baccalaureate School we are fortunate to create these engaging learning experiences. We are able to provide this authentic learning due to your support. If you want to learn more about our IB program come to our community coffee on October 17th with our IB Coordinator or Caroline Dane and check this page on our website.
Your dollars truly allow Swigert to be an IB school. Your dollars support IB professional learning, our IB coordinator, and our Spanish program. These dollars truly allow us to be an International Baccalaureate school. They directly support the IB program including funding teacher professional learning, our Spanish program, IB coordinator and additional para professional support. We are kicking off our direct giving campaign next week. We are tying it to our spirit week and color run, it’s a great way to engage all students in a spirit filled week and fun color run to top it off! Check out all the details from PTA below!
Sincerely,
Shelby Dennis
September 26th – Dine & Donate @ Panera, Halloween Costume Exchange, & PTA Family Movie Night on the Field (Wild Robot)
September 29th - October 3rd –SPIRIT WEEK/COLOR RUN: M - Red, T - Green, W - Blue, Th - Orange
October 1st - October Count Day - please be at school :)
October 7th - Sweet Cow Dine and Donate
October 10-13th - No school, Fall Break
October 17th - Community Coffee - All About IB
October 18th - Swigert Community Night w/ CO Rapids
October 30th - Halloween Parties & Parade, Trunk or Treat
October 31st - No school, Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 3rd - Food Drive, Yearbook orders open
Swigert Gives
Next week is Swigert’s Gives: Our Direct Giving Fall Fundraiser and Color Run from September 29-October 3. The school does not do other sales-based fundraisers. This is a direct one-time ask for financial support in the Fall. The money donated and pledged goes to school initiatives like the IB Program, teacher training, community events, and more.
We aim to raise $100,000 over the course of the week. Each day the kids help fundraise for their bright future by wearing a color. This corresponds to the color they are hoping to earn for their Color Run on Friday, October 3rd.
More information, FAQ, and details at: https://www.swigertpta.com/swigert-gives
Want to give early? No problem! Your donations will still count towards the kids earning their colors
Checking in at office reminder
In an effort to keep our school as safe as possible, all adults entering the building need to stop and check in with the front office staff. You will need to have your driver's license or government issued ID in order to enter the building. Please bring this with you whenever you need to walk a child to class, pick up a child early, etc. After showing identification, you will be given either a visitor sticker or badge to wear in the building for the duration of your visit.
Please understand that while this may feel like an inconvenience for you, it is essential to creating the safest environment possible for our kids. We ask you to please be patient with our office staff, and try not to get angry or frustrated when they ask for your identification.
This does include walking students into the building in the morning before school, so please give hugs and say goodbyes outside. If you need to accompany your child into the building, please use the front entrance and check in with office staff. (Note: ECE parents should still accompany their students to the classroom for sign-in, using the door on the east side of the building for entry. No need for you to check in at the office for this.)
Thank you for your cooperation and attention to this important matter. If you have any questions, please reach out to a member of the Swigert administration team.
October Count
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) conducts a count every October for all public school districts in the state. The count is a snapshot of enrollment used to calculate the per-pupil funding that we receive as a school from the state. The October Count Window runs Sept. 24–Oct. 3, with Oct. 1 as the official Count Day. If a student is absent on Oct. 1, their attendance on other days in the window is still considered. Strong attendance supports your student’s growth and ensures our school has the resources to serve all students well.
Community Coffee
Join our admin team and IB Coordinator, Mrs. Dane to learn all about IB at our next Community Coffee.
Friday, October 17th after drop off in the library
Conrad's Climb-a-Thon
4th grader Conrad "Rad" Robinson is raising money for Make-a-Wish Colorado to help other kids have their wishes granted, just like his sister, Pippa. Pippa had her wish granted to go to Disney World, where she discovered her love of roller coasters, dressed up as Mulan in the Bibbity Bobbity Boutique, and met her favorite princesses. We are deeply grateful for our time together as a family and for the joy the trip brought during her cancer treatment. We hope to share that joy with other families by helping to grant more wishes, and we need your help!! Here's a video about the event that Rad hopes you'll watch. To sign up to climb with him or to make a pledge, please use this form. The Climb for Wishes this year is October 18th at Ubergrippen in Denver. Please share this fundraiser with your friends, family, and community. You can learn more about Conrad and the Climb for Wishes on the Denver9 news edition of Kids with Capes.
Thank you!
Ashley & Patrick Robinson
Halloween Costume Swap
Friday, Sept 26th
6-7pm
Bring old costumes (and accessories) to our Halloween Costume Swap and pick up a new costume for this year! The swap will be held at the playground during the picnic hour at Outdoor Family Movie Night on Friday.
Outdoor Family Movie Night
Please join us for our first Outdoor Movie Night on September 26th at 6pm on Swigert's Field! All families are welcome to bring a picnic, blankets, and low chairs. Come socialize and enjoy The Wild Robot, the movie the students selected.
See you all on the field!
Please remember no alcohol and no dogs permitted. Thanks!
Outdoor Movie Night
Don't feel like packing a picnic for Outdoor Movie Night? Head to Panera Bread from 4-8pm on 9/26 and show the flier in your Friday Folder to have them donate 20% of your order back to Swigert! Bring your to-go order to Swigert and come enjoy the fun!
Kids Color Run
All students will participate in a Color Run on 10/3 to celebrate Swigert Gives! FAQ and details can be found here. Volunteers are still needed. Please sign up to help.
Swigert Community Night with CO Rapids
Swigert International friends, families, and community are invited to Swigert Community Night, where you will receive special discounted ticket pricing for the Rapids home match on Saturday, October 18th at 7pm.
For each ticket sold, the Rapids will be donating a portion of your ticket purchase back to the Swigert PTA.
Check out more details and get tickets here: https://rapids.spinzo.com/colorado-rapids-vs-los-angeles-football-club-2025-10-18-HPWCU?group=swigert-international-school-rb3b
Sponsorship
Swigert PTA is looking for our '25-'26 Sponsors! Our yearly sponsors play a big part in helping the PTA support the students and staff at the school - helping to fund school-wide events, extra staff, professional development opportunities, etc..
As a thank you we aim to promote all our sponsors in a variety of ways through posted banners, flyers in the Friday Folders, spotlights in the Eagle Post and more. I'd argue there is likely not a better community in the neighborhood to garner company support!
Details about our two levels of Swigert Sponsorship can be found in the flyer here and that came home in Friday folders. If you are ready to become a sponsor you can do so here: https://www.swigertpta.com/sponsorship
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions- sponsorship@swigertpta.com
Northfield Cheer Clinic
Northfield Cheer Clinic - Calling all mini Northfield Nighthawk Cheerleaders! Ready to show your spirit, have fun, and cheer on the team? Join us for practices and an exciting halftime performance!
Open to athletes Pre-K through 8th grade (must be potty trained).
You’ll get a cheer shirt, bow, poms, AND an extra game admission!
Click here to register (view the full size flyer here)
CSCUSA Ski Passport
K-6 Ski Passport - The CSCUSA Ski Passport gives skiers and snowboarders in grades K–6 the opportunity to explore 19 Colorado Ski Country USA member resorts, with four days of skiing and riding at each for $67 (K–2) or $72 (3–6).
So whether your student is just getting started, a confident intermediate, or putting the grownups to shame, get more mountains for your money—and 2 free junior daily rentals from Christy Sports!—with every CSCUSA Ski Passport. This winter, hit the slopes with the family but without breaking the bank.
High School Info Nights
Northfield
📅 Dates: Nov. 5 or Dec. 2
🕒 Time: 6-8PM
📍 Location: Northfield High School Campus, Bldg 3
At this event, you’ll:
Meet our teachers and staff and learn how they support student success.
Learn about the Northfield Way.
Hear from current students about life at Northfield—academics, clubs, and athletics.
Review Information on registration and the SchoolChoice process.
Ask Questions about course offerings, course progressions and graduation requirements.
East
📅 Dates: Oct. 23 (virtual), Nov. 12, and Dec 11 (in person)
LINK TO REGISTER
We strive to have great communication about all things Swigert. Please visit our website at www.swigert.dpsk12.org to learn more about Swigert and 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.