WOOT WOOT! What a great week at Black Rock! Buckle up, because next week is STACKED: parent-teacher conferences, the Book Fair (bring your wallets), late start Wednesday, Kid Heart Challenge assemblies, 4th & 5th grade music concerts, the Spelling Bee, and Shine auditions. It’s a marathon, not a sprint!
Book Fair Volunteers Needed
Dear Black Rock Families:
Our school will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair next week. It’s one of the most anticipated events of the school year for students—but we really need volunteers to make it happen! Your help is crucial in making the Fair a truly unforgettable experience for our children.
If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please sign up on the Konstella app or email [email protected]
Thank you so much for your support!
Mrs. Kasenberg
Book Fair Hours: Monday, February 2nd-Friday, February 6th
Monday and Tuesday: 8:30-9:10 am and 3:35-7:15 pm
Wednesday (late start day) 10:30-11:30 am and 3:35-6:00 pm
Thursday: 8:30-9:10 am and 3:35-5:30 pm
Friday: 8:30-9:30 am (no after school hours!)
SHINE: Black Rock’s Annual Talent Show
Preview (Audition) Dates: Thursday, February 5 & Friday, February 6th: 3:45–5:30 PM
Show Date: Friday, April 3: 6:00 PM | Erie High School
This spring, we’re inviting students to step into the spotlight and share what makes them unique. SHINE is a celebration of creativity, courage, and confidence—where every talent matters.
Who Can Participate? All Black Rock students are welcome—on stage or behind the scenes! Click here to sign your student up today!
5th Grade Yearbook Ads
Got a 5th grader? Order your 5th grade yearbook ad today!
Celebrate your student’s elementary journey with a special yearbook ad!
Deadline is February 28th.
Ad Sizes & Pricing:
Quarter-Page: $25
Half Page $45
Full Page $85
Purchase through the Yearbook Lifetouch link! You can add an ad with your yearbook order or purchase separately.
Available to current 5th grade families only. Head the link to get started:
https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob?jobNumber=15163126
Yearbook
Order your yearbook today!
They are $30 each until March 15th, then the price goes up. Grab yours here:
https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob?jobNumber=15163126
Want to help design yearbook pages? Got great pictures of the school year to share? Contact [email protected] for more information.
Cellphone & Smart watch Policy
EXPECTATIONS
● Phones must remain off or on silent mode during school hours unless specifically allowed by a teacher for instructional purposes.
● Phones must be kept out of sight during class time (e.g., in backpacks or lockers), unless given permission by a teacher.
● No photography, video, or audio recording is allowed during the school day without explicit permission from a teacher or administrator.
● Texting, calling, or using social media is not allowed during class time.
● Smartwatches and other wearable devices are subject to the same rules as phones. We ask that they be put on school mode.
CONSEQUENCES
● First offense: Verbal reminder of the expectation and communication to a parent/guardian.
● Second offense: Phone/watch is confiscated, returned at the end of the class, and communication to a parent/guardian.
● Third offense: Phone/watch is confiscated, returned at the end of the day, and communication to a parent/guardian.
● Fourth offense: Phone/watch is confiscated and returned only to a parent/guardian.
● Further offenses: Additional disciplinary action, which may include loss of phone/watch privileges at school for a set period of time or other consequences.
4th & 5th Grade Concert
Dear 4th & 5th grade families,
Our 4th and 5th Grade Music Concerts will be held on Thursday, February 5th at Erie High School, and students have been working very hard to prepare for these special performances.
4th Grade Music Concert
Student Call Time: 6:00 PM
Concert Start Time: 6:15 PM (sharp)
4th grade students are welcome to dress as colorfully as possible. Please keep outfits simple, nothing that could cause tripping or restrict movement. Any costume accessories must be hands-free so students can perform safely.
5th Grade Music Concert
Student Call Time: 6:45 PM
Concert Start Time: 7:00 PM (sharp)
5th grade students may dress as what they dream to be when they grow up! Costumes are optional and should remain simple, safe, and hands-free.
please email [email protected] for any questions or concerns. Thank you!
Best Regards,
Iris Magers 🎵
4th & 5th Grader Recorders
Dear 4th & 5th Grade Families,
We will be starting our recorder unit soon in music class. Each student will need their own instrument.
We are planning a bulk recorder purchase for families who would like to order one through the school. If you would like your child included in the order, please purchase through this link by January 31st.
The recorder plus (with key flaps) is highly recommended because it helps students produce a better sound, but it is not required.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Best Regards,
Iris Magers 🎵
Garden Club is excited to have our second meeting. Parents please fill out the google form so we have an up to date list of students planning on attending the club with parent information and instructions of pick up. Please either use this link or sign the QR code to sign up.
Thanks for your support!
VEX Robotics Championship Volunteer
Erie High School is proud to host the 2026 VEX Robotics High School Championship on March 6th–7th at EHS! This major event is an exciting opportunity to showcase the incredible talent of our students and highlight the excellence of our school programs—not just in Erie, but across SVVSD.
Hosting an event of this scale takes a team effort, and we can’t pull it off without the support of volunteers. Whether you can help for a few hours or a full day, your time and support will play a vital role in making this championship a success for our students and visiting teams. Please visit this link to volunteer
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044AA8AA2FABFB6-61607167-2026#/
School Calendar
What’s Happening at School?
Our school calendar isn’t just dates—it’s where the magic lives! From spirit days to foam parties, pajama days to parent-teacher nights, you’ll find it all there. Check it out so you don’t miss a thing (because nothing’s worse than being the only one not wearing crazy socks on Crazy Sock Day). Just click on the calendar link and stay in the know all year long.
988 Colorado Mental Health Line
A new state law requires schools to share information about the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line. The service provides free, confidential support 24/7 from trained specialists through calls, texts, or live chats. Families can learn more by visiting 988Colorado.com.
Supporting Behavioral Development
St. Vrain Valley Schools will host a training session for parents and families on February 4 from 4:30–6:00 p.m. at the Innovation Center. This interactive session will focus on supporting behavioral development in early childhood by exploring the root causes of behavior and practical ways to incorporate social-emotional learning (SEL) into daily routines. The session will be led by Allison Roeser, MHS, PCC, author, former educator, and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in social-emotional learning. To learn more about this please click this link
SHE Nails Fundraiser
February 11th and 12th. Appointment Required.
Dine to Donate
Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting Black Rock Elementary—a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to our school. It’s a great way to contribute to our fundraising goals.
When: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Where: Panda Express
Be sure to bring in the YELLOW Dine to Donate flyer (sent home in Thursday Folder) or if ordering online enter 3843766 in the fundraiser code box.
Salud Dental Clinic February 18th
Save the Date for Black Rock Bash!
We are pleased to welcome you to our 2nd annual Black Rock Bash – Denim & Diamonds edition!
March 7th, 2026 | 7-11PM
Colorado National Golf Club
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION
We are looking for silent auction donations. Do you, your friend, or your employer have something to donate? Reach out to [email protected].
Volunteer Opportunities
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities:
- Conference Dinners Donations: Sign up to donate sweet treats and drinks for our amazing teachers.
- Book Fair: The book fair is coming up! We will need volunteers to assist with setup, the cash register, and cleanup.
Sign up in Konstella, our volunteer and communications app, or email [email protected]. You can also send our PTO monetary donations to @blackrockshop on venmo and put Conferences as a note. Thank you!
Notes from the Black Rock PTO:
Want to volunteer? Click this link to join Black Rock on Konstella, our volunteer and communications app, or email [email protected]. Returning Konstella Users: Please log in, and update your child’s teacher in the settings area.
Key Dates:
- Dine to Donate: Panda, Thursday Feb. 5th
- SHE Nails Fundraiser : Feb. 11th & 12th
- Black Rock Bash: March 7th
- Shine Previews: Feb. 5th and 6th from 3:45p-5:30p
- Shine: April 3rd
- Staff Appreciation Week: May 4th-8th
- End of Year Picnic: May 21st
Want to become a sponsor? Email [email protected] for more information.
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There is a form to submit New Business and Ideas for PTO Consideration: New Business form Link.
Lunch Menus
Please use this link to see the detailed version of the lunch and breakfast offerings. LINQ Connect
Lunar New Year
In partnership with St. Vrain Valley School District (SVVSD), the Asian-Pacific Association of Longmont (A-PAL) is proud to host its annual Lunar New Year Festival on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Silver Creek High School. This free, multicultural celebration is open to the entire community of Longmont, Boulder County, and beyond. The festival promotes inclusivity and diversity by bringing people together in a fun, positive, and interactive environment for cultural learning and exchange.This year’s event will feature a special drone show presented by the St. Vrain Innovation Center Drone Performance Team, showcasing select winning artwork from the SVVSD “Draw the Horse” contest. For additional details, please refer to the event poster.
Upcoming 3rd Graders
Black Rock’s Upcoming Events
Feb 2nd & 3rd – Parent Teacher Conferences 4:00-7:30pm
Feb 4th – Late Start | Doors open at 11:25am
Feb 4th – Spelling Bee | Cafeteria 4-6pm
Feb 5th and 6th – SHINE Previews
Feb 5th – Dine to Donate | Panda Express HWY 7 | 9:30am to 10pm
Feb 7th – Camp Discovery | Black Rock Gym 10am – 1pm
Feb 10th & 11th – Parent Teacher Conferences 4:00-7:30pm
Sponsors of the Week
