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Barney Ford Elementary

Weekly Update: April 4, 2024

04/04/24, 5:32 PM

Dear Families,

We hope you had a wonderful spring break! April celebrates Arab American Heritage Month. We want to recognize and celebrate the rich heritage of Arab Americans and their contributions to our community. To learn about Arab American history, culture, and achievements visit the Arab America Foundation website.

First Friday Coffee and Conversation Tomorrow

Please join us tomorrow for Coffee and Conversation. We will learn about the DPS Family and Community Engagement resources and more. See you at 7:45!

CMAS Testing Starts on Tuesday

Students in grades 3 - 5 will take the annual CMAS tests beginning April 9th. These important math, literacy, and science tests provide us with useful information about how students are growing and achieving. The full CMAS details and schedule are posted here. Please review the schedule to make sure you don’t schedule doctor’s appointments or other activities during the testing times.

We have a CMAS pep rally for grades 3-5 tomorrow afternoon to get students excited about the tests and encourage them to do their best.

Adult English Classes Start on Monday!

Adult English Classes at Barney Ford on Monday, April 8!

8 weeks - April 8 - May 30, 2024
Beginner-level conversation class
8-10am - Monday and Wednesday
Cost = $50 payable by cash or credit card

Sign up for Flag Football

Discovery Link is starting a Flag Football league for girls and boys in 4th and 5th grade. This 8-week league will help your students grow as athletes and engage their peers in a positive and structured atmosphere. Practices are from 4:00-5:00 on Mondays and Wednesdays. Contact LJ (leonard_ollison@dpsk12.net) if you would like to participate.

Free Whiteboards

We are replacing many of the whiteboards in the building and have many used boards available. Please stop by if you’d like one.

Attendance Update

Our attendance rate the week before Spring Break was 90%. 2nd grade had the best attendance at 91.5%. Our goal is 95% each week. Attendance is important all year long, especially during CMAS testing.

Upcoming Events

April 5: First Friday Coffee and Conversation
April 8
- ECE field trip to Butterfly Pavillion
- Adult English Classes Start, 8-10 a.m.
April 9 - May 3: CMAS Testing, Grades 3-5
April 10: Kindergarten field trip to Denver Museum of Nature and Science
April 12: Class pictures

View the full April calendar here.

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