6 de marzo de 2024

Asunto: Actualización Importante sobre Consolidación Escolar

Queridas familias vikingas

En nombre de la Junta Directiva RE-1 del Distrito Escolar del Condado de Weld, le escribimos para abordar un asunto de gran importancia que ha estado en la mente de nuestra comunidad: la posibilidad de consolidar las dos escuelas intermedias y pasar el sexto grado a la primaria.

Durante las últimas semanas, hemos escuchado inquietudes y sugerencias sobre la posible consolidación de nuestras escuelas, cómo continuar haciendo que nuestras escuelas sean ejemplares y fiscalmente responsables. Como ocurre con cualquier cambio, esto ha causado ansiedad e incertidumbre entre los padres, estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad. Queremos asegurarles que la junta ha considerado cuidadosamente todos los aspectos de este tema y ha llegado a una decisión.

Después de una deliberación exhaustiva y de horas de sesiones de escucha, hemos decidido que no habrá consolidación escolar en nuestra comunidad en este momento.

Continuaremos analizando esta opción y otras opciones para continuar haciendo lo mejor para nuestros estudiantes. Aún se producirán algunos cambios, como hacer coincidir nuestras necesidades de personal con el número de estudiantes. Reconocemos y agradecemos a la administración y al personal por aportar ideas y trabajar en la logística de las ideas presentadas. Nuestro compromiso de brindar una educación de calidad sigue siendo inquebrantable.

En el futuro, continuaremos trabajando en colaboración con el personal y la comunidad, y esperamos poder continuar debatiendo con civismo y profesionalismo, para abordar cualquier desafío y explorar oportunidades de mejora dentro de nuestras escuelas. Sus aportes y participación son cruciales para el éxito de nuestro sistema educativo y lo alentamos a participar positivamente en futuras discusiones e iniciativas que den forma a nuestras escuelas.

Juntos, podemos garantizar que nuestras escuelas continúen prosperando y brindando una educación segura y ejemplar en un ambiente propicio para el crecimiento académico y personal de nuestros estudiantes.

Si tiene más preguntas o inquietudes, no dude en comunicarse con nosotros o con el ESC. Su voz importa y estamos aquí para escucharla.

Atentamente,

Sr. Ben Rainbolt Jr.

Presidente de la junta escolar

March 6, 2024

Subject: Important Update on School Consolidation

Dear Viking Families

On behalf of the Weld County School District RE-1 Board of Directors we are writing to address a matter of great significance that has been on the minds of our community: the possibility of consolidating the two middle schools and moving 6th grade to elementary.

Over the past few weeks, we have heard concerns and suggestions regarding the potential consolidation of our schools, how to continue to make our schools exemplary, and to be fiscally responsible. As with any change, this has caused anxiety and uncertainty among parents, students, and community members. We want to assure you that the board has carefully considered all aspects of this issue and has come to a decision.

After thorough deliberation, and hours of listening sessions, we have decided that there will be no school consolidation in our community at this time.

We will continue to look at this option and other options to continue to do what is best for our students. Some change will still be happening such as matching our staffing needs to our student numbers. We recognize and thank the administration and staff in bringing ideas forward and working on logistics of the ideas presented. Our commitment to providing quality education remains unwavering.

Moving forward, we will continue to work collaboratively with staff and community, and we hope we can continue to discuss with civility and professionalism, to address any challenges and explore opportunities for improvement within our schools. Your input and engagement are crucial to the success of our education system, and we encourage you to participate positively in future discussions and initiatives that shape our schools.

Together, we can ensure that our schools continue to thrive and provide a safe and exemplary education in a nurturing environment for the academic and personal growth of our students.

If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us or to the ESC. Your voice matters, and we are here to listen.

Sincerely,

Mr. Ben Rainbolt Jr.

School Board president

Dear Weld RE-1 Community,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to share important updates regarding the PK-12 math curriculum adoption process. The committee has diligently reviewed various curriculum options for PK-12 Math Resources and has made a thoughtful decision based on careful consideration. The following resources will evaluated -McGraw Hill Reveal Math HMH Into Math, SAVVAS Envision Math, Great Minds Eureka Math2 (K - 8 and Algebra 1) and Eureka for (Algebra 2 and higher), CPM - College Preparatory Math, Bridges Mathematics

The committee met on the following dates to thoroughly assess the available options:

1. Friday, January 26th, 2024, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

2. Thursday, February 1st, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

3. Tuesday, February 6th, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

After evaluating the pros and cons of each vendor, engaging in team discussions, and using a protocol to review pros and cons and narrow our decision, the top choice was Houghton Mifflin Into Math for K-8 and McGraw Hill for Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, and Statistics. The second choice was Bridges for K-5 and College Preparatory Mathematics for 6th-12th grade, an inquiry-based mathematical program.

All companies were bid out with similar costs for 6 and 7-year licenses. The decision is to recommend to the Board of Education the use of INTO Mathematics for K-8, which offers a robust core curriculum in both digital and hard copy formats. The system includes the core curriculum resource, Intervention for K-2 Waggle Math and 3rd-8th grade Math 180, math acceleration and differentiation resources. Houghton Mifflin has also acquired the NWEA MAPS assessment, and our district will be transitioning to NWEA for reading and mathematics. PK will adopt a stand alone PK resource through Bridges, which is not part of their new edition and fits with their center based learning classrooms.

The decision to not choose Bridges and College Preparatory Mathematics was based on extensive conversations with the vendors. Issues included PK not being included in the new edition, need for extensive professional learning in inquiry-based learning and differentiated instruction for our teachers to be successful. In addition, Bridges recommended a phased in approach due to the inquiry based programming and learning needed and College Preparatory Mathematics did not have an intervention program. Both programs would have a significant teacher learning curve and preparation team each week to implement.

I will be presenting the materials reviewed, the process, and the final recommendation to the Board of Education during the March 6th work session. The final approval to move forward will go before the board on the consent agenda is scheduled for March 20th, allowing us to purchase the materials promptly and begin implementing them in our schools. Concurrently, we will prepare for professional learning in the curriculum resources and new assessment systems.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me directly at bloemenk@wcsdre1.org or my cell at 720-220-8970. If you would like to review any of the materials I have them all in the Board of Education room and will be posted over the next two weeks. In addition, I will send a notice to families once I have this email translated in Spanish

Thank you for your continued dedication and collaboration as we implement these new core curriculum resources, intervention and advanced learning modules and NWEA MAPS for reading and mathematics.

Best regards,

Kim Bloemen

Assistant Superintendent

SPANISH Version

Estimada Comunidad de Weld RE-1,

Espero que este mensaje les encuentre bien. Les escribo para compartir importantes actualizaciones sobre el proceso de adopción del plan de estudios de matemáticas PK-12. El comité ha revisado diligentemente varias opciones de plan de estudios para Recursos de Matemáticas PK-12 y ha tomado una decisión reflexiva basada en una cuidadosa consideración. Los recursos evaluados son McGraw Hill Reveal Math, HMH Into Math, SAVVAS Envision Math, Great Minds Eureka Math2 (K - 8 y Álgebra 1) y Eureka para (Álgebra 2 y superior), CPM - Matemáticas Preparatorias Universitarias, Matemáticas de Bridges.

El comité se reunió en las siguientes fechas para evaluar minuciosamente las opciones disponibles:

1. Viernes, 26 de enero de 2024, de 8:00 am a 4:00 pm

2. Jueves, 1 de febrero, de 4:00 pm a 6:00 pm

3. Martes, 6 de febrero, de 4:00 pm a 6:00 pm

Después de evaluar los pros y los contras de cada proveedor, participar en discusiones en equipo y usar un protocolo para revisar pros y contras y estrechar nuestra decisión, la primera opción fue "Houghton Mifflin Into Math" para K-8 y McGraw Hill para Álgebra 1, Álgebra 2, Geometría y Estadísticas. La segunda opción fue "Bridges" para K-5 y Matemáticas Preparatorias Universitarias para 6º-12º grado, un programa matemático basado en la indagación.

Todas las empresas se licitaron con costos similares para licencias de 6 y 7 años. La decisión es recomendar a la Junta de Educación el uso de "INTO Mathematics" para K-8, que ofrece un currículo central sólido en formatos tanto digitales como impresos. El sistema incluye el recurso de currículo central, Intervención para "Waggle Math" de K-2 y Math 180 de 3º a 8º grado, recursos de aceleración y diferenciación matemática. Houghton Mifflin también ha adquirido la evaluación NWEA MAPS, y nuestro distrito hará la transición a NWEA para lectura y matemáticas. PK adoptará un recurso independiente de PK a través de "Bridges", que no forma parte de su nueva edición y se adapta a sus aulas de aprendizaje basado en centros.

La decisión de no elegir "Bridges" y Matemáticas Preparatorias Universitarias se basó en conversaciones extensas con los proveedores. Los problemas incluyeron que PK no estaba incluido en la nueva edición, la necesidad de un aprendizaje profesional extenso en el aprendizaje basado en la investigación y la instrucción diferenciada para que nuestros maestros tengan éxito. Además, "Bridges" recomendó un enfoque gradual debido a la programación y el aprendizaje basados en la indagación necesarios, y Matemáticas Preparatorias Universitarias no tenía un programa de intervención. Ambos programas tendrían una curva de aprendizaje significativa para los maestros y el equipo de preparación cada semana para implementarlos.

Presentaré los materiales revisados, el proceso y la recomendación final ante la Junta de Educación durante la sesión de trabajo del 6 de marzo. La aprobación final para avanzar será presentada ante la junta en la agenda de consentimiento programada para el 20 de marzo, lo que nos permitirá comprar los materiales rápidamente y comenzar a implementarlos en nuestras escuelas. Concurrentemente, nos prepararemos para el aprendizaje profesional en los recursos del currículo y los nuevos sistemas de evaluación.

Si tienen alguna pregunta o inquietud, no duden en comunicarse conmigo directamente a bloemenk@wcsdre1.org. Si desean revisar alguno de los materiales, los tengo todos en la sala de la Junta de Educación y serán publicados durante las próximas dos semanas. Además, enviaré un aviso a las familias una vez que haya traducido este correo electrónico al español.

Gracias por su dedicación y colaboración continuas mientras implementamos estos nuevos recursos del currículo básico, intervenciones y módulos de aprendizaje avanzado, y NWEA MAPS para lectura y matemáticas.

Atentamente,

Kim Bloemen

Assistant Superintendent

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Subject: Heartfelt Thanks for Your Support this Christmas Season

Dear Parents and Guardians

As we approach the joyous holiday season, I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude

to each one of you for your unwavering support of our school and the incredible activities that filled our

first semester with joy and accomplishment.

This semester has been a journey filled with excitement, growth, and shared achievements. From the

beginning, the support we have received from our dedicated community has been nothing short of

inspiring. Your commitment to our school's mission and the success of our students has truly made a

difference.

The collaborative spirit and enthusiasm exhibited by parents, teachers, staff, and students alike have set

the stage for a semester marked by memorable events and accomplishments. Whether it was our

successful girls’ Volleyball team or our competitive football team, or every concert, your involvement

has been pivotal in making these moments special and impactful.

It's heartening to witness a community that comes together to create an environment where learning is

not just academic but also holistic and enriching.

As we all take a well-deserved break to celebrate the festive season with our loved ones, let's reflect on

the achievements and milestones of the past semester.

May this Christmas be filled with joy, laughter, and the warmth of shared moments with family and

friends. I look forward to the continued collaboration and success that the upcoming year holds for our

school community.

Thank you once again for your invaluable support. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New

Year!

Warm regards,

Mr. Van