Principal's Point
Dear Parents of Hopkins Elementary;
Class Placement Process for 2008-2009
As we get closer to the end of the year, the more we plan for next year. Part of that planning involves class placement. As we go through our process, the parent’s input is also very valuable. If you have any information about your child’s class placement next year, please submit those in writing to the main office before April 28. There is no form. We look at many factors including achievement, behavior, and learning needs. We will not be able to guarantee any specific teacher requests but will take requests into consideration.
Staffing for 2008-2009 (as of April 7, 2008)
Kindergarten 1st Grade
Skarwecki, Trott, Wilson Cavallero, Hermanson
2nd Grade 3rd Grade
Carson, Shamas-Wright Lonie, Polette
4th Grade 5th Grade
Cardenas, Muncey Claus, Urbanek
Art: Tammy Lacy Instructional Coach/Literacy: Vittal
Music: Kielmeyer Literacy Coach: Sue Abrams
PE: Hester Gifted and Talented: Weber
Technology: Riebhoff Counselor/Social Worker: TBD
Library: Treat, Merdick Psychologist: Ramaglia
We have a few staff members that will be leaving us at the end of the year for personal or other reasons. It is always sad to say so long, but we are glad for the gifts that each one of them could share with our children. Please join me in saying thanks to all of them to their support, expertise and caring for the Hopkins community.
Mr. Sadler-5th Grade Teacher Mrs. Fleischman-Art Teacher
Mrs. Mendieta- Social Worker Mrs. O’Dea-2nd Grade Teacher
Mrs. Ramsey-2nd Grade Teacher Mrs. Davis-Literacy Teacher
Mrs. Howson-Food Service
Upcoming Important Dates
· April 8th – PTO Meeting 6:30pm
· April 8th – Roller Skating Party at Skate City 6:00-8:00pm
· April 9th – PLC Late Start Day 10:36am Start Time
· April 18th - Sock Hop 6-8:30pm
· April 23rd - 5th Grade to Euclid/Powell
· April 24th - Kindergarten Screening
· April 25th - Hat Day/ ½ Day Student’s Dismissed @ 12:33pm
· April 28th - Non-Student Contact Day
· May 2nd – Fine Arts Festival
· May 6th – Hopkins Junior Choir/Chorale Performance
· May 9th – Volunteer Luncheon
· May 20th – Hopkins Field Day
· May 23rd – Last Day of School
Field Day Set for May 20
This year’s field day will have an Olympic theme in honor of the 2008 Olympics taking place in China. Each classroom will represent a country. Kindergarten, First and Second grades will be in the morning on May 20 from 9:00 – 11:00. Lunch will be served from 11:00 – 12:00. The Third, Fourth and Fifth grade students will participate from 12:00 – 2:00 on May 20. There will be an all school assembly in the gym beginning at 2:00.
Help Needed for Field Days
We really need several adult volunteers to run a station, be a group leader, help set up and take down or help serve lunch. Please give Mrs. Hester a call at 303-347-4566 or email her at
phester@lps.k12.co.us. If we have multiple helpers each person’s job will be easier. Please consider volunteering for all or part of one of the days. High school students are always welcomed.
Donations Needed For Field Day
Ping pong tables that we could borrow for field day.
Bicycle inner tubes (preferably road not mountain).
Bottled water (enough for an entire class)
Attention Parents of Incoming Sixth Graders:
We look forward to having your student at Powell next year; our Counseling Office is busy with preparations for your student. In an effort to communicate effectively with you, please consult the Powell Webpage often over the next few months for up to date information pertaining to Incoming Sixth Graders. You can find this pertinent information located under the “News/Announcements” page, “Monthly Newsletters”. If you have further questions, do not hesitate to contact Christy Cassidy at 303 347-7952 for more information.
LPS Facility Use Task Force to host public forum May 5
The Littleton Public Schools Facility Use Task Force is hosting its first public forum to gain community insight and information regarding the efficiency and instructional integrity of how district facilities are currently used. The forum will be held:
Monday, May 5, 2008
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Education Services Center
5776 S. Crocker Street
Littleton, CO 80120
Everyone is invited. Those in attendance will learn more about the charge of the Facility Use Task Force and its work thus far. They will also have an opportunity to share ideas with and give suggestions to Task Force members. All feedback received will be a part of the Task Force’s ongoing study. Additional public forums will be held in the fall of 2008, and a range of suggestions will be brought to the LPS Board of Education before December, 2008.
The Facility Use Task Force has a broad membership representing parents, community members, teachers and principals from elementary, middle, and high schools levels, a classified staff member, and three liaisons from the district level.
Task Force Chairs Tracie Rainey and Pat Wojahn stress that no decisions have been made, and that community input is vital to the process. “The Task Force has not been given a specific outcome to work toward. It is important that all alternatives have a district-wide focus and ensure that all students are the ones who benefit,” said Rainey.
To learn more about the charge of the Facility Use Task Force or to review notes from previous Task Force meetings, visit www.littletonpublicschools.net. The Task Force’s preliminary report to the Board of Education will be posted on the website prior to the forum, as well.
Arapahoe High School 2008 Tennis Clinic
The Arapahoe High School girls' tennis team will be holding its annual, two-day or four-day, tennis skills clinic for all girls and boys, grades one through five, from Tuesday, May 27th through Friday May 30th, at the deKoevend tennis courts. The cost is $45 for two days and $80 for four days. This includes a snack each day and one tee shirt. The clinic runs from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. If you are interested, please pick up a registration form in the office or send an email to sstjohn504@yahoo.com.
High Hoppers Summer Camp
Are you looking for care for your Hopkins student this summer? The Hopkins Elementary School Age Child Care Program is your answer! The High Hoppers Program is now accepting registrations for High Hoppers Camp which is held from June- August. Our Camp provides participants with an opportunity to make friends, try new things and most of all have fun! We maintain low child to staff ratios while providing a safe and friendly environment. Camp is available Monday-Friday from 6:30 am – 6:00 pm. Children will enjoy a variety of activities each week focused around a fun and adventurous theme. Arts and crafts, games, teambuilding, and more will be a part of each day. Field trips such as swimming, hiking, and museum tours are included. Children ages 5-12 are eligible to attend. Children 5 years old must have completed kindergarten in spring 2008. The High Hoppers Camp is a state-licensed program and CCCAP approved. For more information please contact the SACC Manager, Jenny Heirshberg at 303-347-4555. Sign up today – spaces are limited!