Barney Ford Elementary

Weekly Updated: April 24, 2025

04/24/25, 5:31 PM

Dear Families,

Congratulations to our 3rd - 5th graders for finishing the CMAS testing this week! This is a major accomplishment and milestone for the school year. 

 

Tuesday was Earth Day and many classes celebrated our unique and wonderful planet Earth. Our fifth graders cleaned up the playground and in front of the school. We appreciate their efforts to keep our school clean and beautiful.

 

Tomorrow: Dollar Dress Down Day

Dress down day is tomorrow. Students can bring a dollar and choose what to wear.

Friday, May 2: First Friday Coffee of the Year & CSC Meeting

On May 2nd, everyone is welcome to join us for the final First Friday Coffee and Conversation of the school year. Our STEM robotics club will showcase their coding and robotics skills to us. We will also provide feedback to Principal Conroy. 

 

Denver Parks & Recreation’s Summer Activity Guide is here! ☀️

Registration for summer activities opens Tuesday, May 6 at noon — mark your calendars and don’t miss out! From swimming and sports leagues to arts, camps, and outdoor fun, there’s something for everyone to make this summer unforgettable. Let the summer adventures begin! 😎🎨⚾ Browse the guide now and start planning your sunny season of recreation: Summer 2025 Activity Guide

 

25-26 School Year Registration Parent Support

Our front office will be offering Support Labs to assist with enrollment for the upcoming school year. Please note that registration will be 100% online, and our team will be available to help families navigate the process and answer any questions you may have starting May 6th, 2025.

Sign Up for Parent Portal

The new school year is just around the corner! To help stay on top of important student info like registration, student verification, grades, attendance, and announcements, we encourage all families to sign up for the Parent Portal if you haven't done so.

You can create an account by visiting My Portal. 

Attendance Update

Last week’s attendance rate was 90.8%. At 95.4%, second grade had excellent attendance! Everyday of learning and growing is important.

 

Upcoming Events

• April 25: Dollar Dress Down Day

• Friday, May 2

  • First Friday Coffee and Conversation

  • 1st great field trip to Denver Zoo

  • 4th grade field trip to Dinosaur Ridge

• Saturday, May 3

  • Denver Children’s Choir Concert

  • DPS STEM Festival

• Monday, May 5: 4th grade boys group field trip to Meow Wolf

• Monday, May 6: Online Registration Support (7:45-5:00)

• Thursday, May 8: 2nd Grade Art and Music Family Night (5:00-6:30) 

 

View the May Monthly Calendar here.