Teller Elementary School

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Upcoming Events

• Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - CSC Meeting @ 5:00 p.m. 

• Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - Teller Town Hall @ 6:00 pm

• Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - Dine for Teller @ Chipotle

• Wednesday, February 8, 2023 - School Tour @ 8:30 a.m.

• Thursday, February 9, 2023 - School Tour @ 8:30 a.m. 

• Thursday, February 9, 2023 - 1st Grade Field Trip to The Downtown Denver Aquarium 

• Friday, February 10, 2023 - 4th Grade Field Trip to The Colorado History Museum

• Friday, February 10, 2023 - Kindergarten Valentine’s Day Parties

• Tuesday, February 14, 2023 - ECE, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Valentine’s Day Parties

• Wednesday, February 15th - Student Led Conferences from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

• Wednesday, February 15, 2023 -  Dine for Teller @ Chook Chicken

• Friday, March 3, 2023 - Teller’s Annual Fun Run

• Tuesday, March 7, 2023 - PTA Community Meeting @ 6:10 pm

• Friday, March 10, 2023 -  No School for ECE Students

• Tuesday, April 4, 2023 PTA Community Meeting @ 6:10 pm

• Tuesday, May 2, 2023 - Teller Town Hall @  6:00 pm

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Teller Town Hall: Tuesday, February 7th

Please join us for the next Teller Town Hall on Tuesday, February 7th from 6-7:30PM in the Teller Auditorium

If you're interested in seeing the data that informs Teller's decision making processes, you don't want to miss this Town Hall! During this community event, Teller Leadership will provide a high-level overview of the school's successes and challenges from this year. We'll also invite you to brainstorm with school leadership about how we can support all of our students through the challenges that have been identified. 

In-person only. Pizza and babysitting will be provided.  

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Dine for Teller @ Chipotle on Tuesday, February 7th

Chipotle at 745 Colorado Blvd. is hosting our next Dine-for-Teller event on Tuesday, February 7th from 5 pm until 9 pm. Order online for pickup using code XPJRP4W or show this flyer in the restaurant. 33% of event sales will be donated back. For online orders to count towards the fundraiser, they must be placed for pickup only from the restaurant location of, and during the hours of the fundraiser. Delivery orders and gift cards do not qualify.

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Medicaid, CHP+, and SNAP Support

My name is Zulma Oronia, I am the Outreach and Enrollment Specialist serving your School. I assist families that would like to apply for Medicaid, CHP+ and SNAP benefits. Please use the link below at the bottom of my signature to send me all referrals or call me 720-219-0238 directly for more information. I am mobile so once I receive the family’s contact information I will reach out and arrange to meet at their convenience. I look forward to collaborating with you, please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. For contact information click on a link below:

English

Spanish 

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Valentine’s Day Parties

All ECE -5th grade classrooms will be hosting Valentine’s Day parties. Individual teachers will communicate specific details with families via their classroom newsletter.

Please see below for specific Valentine’s Day party details. 

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Student Led Conferences: Wednesday, February 15th

Please join us for Student Led Conferences on Wednesday, February 15th from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. These student-led conferences will be conducted in classrooms. There are no scheduled conference times; these conferences are “come as you wish” anytime between 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. After your child leads you through their collection of work to share, you may then make your way to the art room, music room, and/or the gymnasium to see your child’s special’s teacher. Our interventionists, ELA, and HGT teachers will also be available that evening.

WHAT TO EXPECT 

• Your child will be in charge of the conference and has planned specific areas to share. Please allow your child to proceed with their plan. 

• You will be shown completed work, see demonstrations of skills, and be told about the class and your child’s part in it. 

• Several children will be conducting conferences in the classroom at the same time. Please kindly switch off your mobile phone during the conference so that your attention to your child’s presentation can be uninterrupted. 

• Your child may be unsure of your reactions to their presentation. Please provide encouragement and feedback as your child proceeds. Ask questions to clarify and try not to direct or control the conference. 

• Teachers will be present to facilitate and support the conference. This will not be the time for a parent-teacher conference.  If you would like an individual conference, please email your child’s teacher to set up a time.

• Expect your child to share his/her strengths, successes, best work, and favorite subjects. Your child may suggest areas for improvement. Discussion of a plan or goal for improvement is encouraged.

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After School Enrichment Cancelled: Wednesday, February 15th

All after school enrichment classes will be cancelled on Wednesday, February 15th due to student led conferences. 

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Not sure how to pay your child’s field trip fee…

Here is the step by step process on how to pay your child’s field trip fee using the MySchoolBucks website. 

1. Once logged in MySchoolBucks, select the school store on the top right corner. 

2. Select browse all items.

3. Select the grade-level field trip product to pay. 

If you have the MySchoolBucks App, here is the step by step process on how to pay your child’s field trip fee. 

1. Once logged in MySchoolBucks App, select the store icon. 

2. Select Teller

3. Select the grade-level field trip product to pay. 

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Pick Up Reminder

We have seen an increase in the number of families requesting to pick their child up right before the bell rings. As a reminder, we If parents/guardians need to pick their child(ren) up early from school, the main office will release students up until 2:15 p.m. If parents/guardians come in after 2:15 p.m., the main office will not release children until the dismissal bell rings at 2:35 p.m. Please plan accordingly. 

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Vaccination Updates

As we prepare for the close of the 2023-2024 School Choice Round 1 window, we wanted to remind you of the required vaccines all ECE through 12th grade students must have in order to attend public, private or parochial school. Vaccination information can be found below: 

1. ECE Vaccination Information Letter

   1. English

   2. Spanish

2. Kindergarten - 12th Grade Vaccination Information Letter

   1. English

   2. Spanish

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Nursing Ask

If your child is diagnosed with any type of sickness, whether it be a chronic condition, virus, bacterial infection, fungal infection, etc. please contact our nurse Kimberly Rivera-Garcia or call her at 720-424-3588. In order to stop the spread of various illnesses, we need your help by notifying us when your child is sick. 

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3rd Grade Black History Month Performance

On Thursday, February 23rd the 3rd grade will present "Lift Every Voice, A Black History Musical Celebration".  Here they will present a variety of songs throughout the century that represent black music and culture as celebration to Black History Month. In order to assure a smooth and enriching experience for all our students we are asking the following things:

1. Students need to be at school (drop in the staff parking lot) by 4:45 p.m. and will gather in the gym to prepare for the performance.

2. Students should wear concert attire. (No pictures, words or logos. Solid colors and simple patterns are fine)

3. Parents/guardians, and spectators can enter the auditorium at 4:45 p.m. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. 

4. All spectators MUST be in a seat because our students will be in the aisles the entire show. 

5. We ask all spectators to stay for the entire show. 

6. Parents/guardians will pick up their child in the gym at the conclusion of our program. 

 Please contact Jennifer Bartos at jennifer_bartos@dpsk12.org if you have any questions.

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It’s Cookie Time

Our third grade Teller troop 67617 has been thinking, planning, organizing, and snacking, and we’re ready to start selling!!!! We’ll be hosting our first troop booth of the season at Teller Elementary on Wednesday, February 9th from 2:35p – 3:45p.  Cash or card accepted! 

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Join Us for Teller’s Fun Fun: Friday, March 3rd

We are excited to kick off our Teller Fun Run on 02/22/2023. Our goal is to raise $65,000 for school-wide needs and to strengthen our school community. Our school has always relied on fundraising to provide exceptional opportunities to enhance student learning and we need YOUR HELP registering your student(s) and sharing with friends and family. Mark your calendars for the Teller Fun Run fundraiser kicking off soon!

Key dates to remember:

● REGISTRATION OPENS - 02/08/2023

Register on MYBOOSTER.COM

● Teller Fun Run Kick Off - 02/22/2023

● Event Day - 03/03/2023

We are grateful for our Teller Elementary School family! Thank you for your support this year. Families and fans are welcome at the event! If you’d like to volunteer for the event, please email Emily at fundraising@tellerpta.org.

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2023-2024 OPEN POSITIONS: PTA BOARD

Are you looking for a meaningful way to support Teller’s staff, students, and community with your time and talents? The Teller PTA Board has three open positions for the 2023-2024 school year. If you’re interested in volunteer leadership, we’d love to start a conversation with you! ALL ARE WELCOME.

Time Commitment

- 1x month Board Meeting

- 1x month Community Meeting or Teller Town Hall

- 1x month meeting with school leadership (President-Elect, Treasurer-Elect

only, when available)

- Support School Community Events, when available

President-Elect

Join the PTA Board for a shadow year to learn about the President’s role and responsibilities. Attend standing meetings and support the current President with overall coordination efforts, when available. Participate in any PTA- supported activities that are of interest. Project management skills are a plus but not necessary. Assume the role of President in 2024-2025.

Treasurer-Elect

Join the PTA Board for a shadow year to learn about the Treasurer’s role and responsibilities, to include managing the PTA annual budget. Attend standing meetings and support the current Treasurer with purchase approvals and disbursement of funds, if needed. Participate in any PTA-supported activities that are of interest. Accounting skills are a plus but not necessary. Assume the role of Treasurer in 2024-2025.

Communications Chair *not a shadowing position*

Jump into this role in 2023-2024, taking the lead coordinating PTA news and information to share with school leadership for the Pride Post each week. Manage the Teller PTA social media accounts and develop and design marketing materials, to include donor banners, graphics for events/committees, etc. Graphic design skills are a plus! If interested in any of these positions, please contact Alise at vicepresident@tellerpta.org to learn more and to connect with others who can share their experience with you!