Black Rock Weekly Newsletter

Announcement about no school on April 28th for a non-student contact day, decorated with colorful flowers.
Colorful woven yarn samples displayed at an art show, showcasing various patterns and textures.
A colorful drawing of two penguins standing on ice with a blue sky in the background, displayed at an art show.

Congratulations to our District award winners and all our artists who had art displayed at the Unframed District Art Show!

Art display featuring colorful children's drawings on a tri-fold board, showcasing various themes and subjects.
Art work displayed at the art show
Art work displayed at the art show

Illustration inviting people to "Coffee with the Principal" on April 30th, 9:15-10:00 AM, featuring coffee cups.

Coffee with the Principal – April 30th 

You’re invited to join us for Coffee with the Principal on Tuesday, April 30th from 9:15–10:00 AM in the school cafeteria. 

This month’s discussion will focus on how class placement decisions are made, including changes to the teacher assignment and “green sheet” process for the 2025–2026 school year.

If you have questions or concerns about these changes, this is the time to hear more details and ask any questions you may have.

We hope to see you there!


Image of a flyer promoting a Mac and Cheese Drive by the Black Rock Kids Who Care Group and Erie Uplink, with details on participation.
Graphic promoting a virtual meeting for the School Health Advisory Council on May 12th, 6:30-8 PM.

How sick is too sick to come to school flyer

Click here for additional guidance from the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment on when students should stay home.


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SVVSD’s Nutrition Services is hosting an upcoming Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Monday April 28th from 6:00-7:15pm  virtually through zoom. 

This meeting will include:

Introducing SVVSD’s District Chef: Jim Rowan! 

– Menu & recipe updates
– New Special Diet products
– Farm to school program updates; introducing the farm box
– Legislative updates & how it could impact SVVSD and Healthy Meals for All
-Collaborate Ideas for further family engagement w/ Nutrition Services

You can Zoom into this meeting by clicking on the text below.

PAC Nutrition Services Meeting Link Spring 2025

Please Reach out to Amy Gray at gray_amelia@svvsd.org for any questions.”

Los Servicios de Nutrición del SVVSD organizarán una próxima reunión del Comité Asesor de Padres el lunes 28 de abril de 6:00 a 7:15 p.m. de manera virtual a través de Zoom.
Esta reunión incluirá:

¡Presentación del Chef del Distrito de SVVSD: Jim Rowan!

  • Actualizaciones de menús y recetas
  • Nuevos productos para dietas especiales
  • Actualizaciones del programa “De la granja a la escuela”; presentación de la caja agrícola
  • Actualizaciones legislativas y cómo podrían afectar al SVVSD y al programa Comidas Saludables para Todos
  • Colaboración de ideas para una mayor participación de las familias con los Servicios de Nutrición

También contaremos con un traductor de español presente durante esta reunión. PAC Nutrition Services Meeting Link Spring 2025


There’s Still Time to Register for Innovation Center Summer Programming!

From outdoor adventures and creative design to coding, aeronautics, music innovation, and more—the Innovation Center’s summer programming offers something for every interest and age group. Open to students entering grades 1–12, these hands-on experiences spark curiosity, build new skills, and create lasting memories. Programs run throughout June and July at Timberline PK-8, Westview Middle, and Frederick High.

Learn more and register today.

Innovation Center Summer Programming with picture of students working on a robot.
STEM Night at Innovation Center, May 6 from 4:30-6:30pm
Event flyer for STEM Night at the Innovation Center, featuring activities like Makerspace and design challenges for all ages.
STEM Night at Innovation Center, May 6 from 4:30-6:30pm
Poster explaining a student design collective and a cardboard carnival project, featuring steps for design thinking.

Four images show a collaborative learning environment: discussions, presentations, and teamwork around technology and ideas.

Explore the Future of Learning with AI, April 22
Join us for an engaging AI Open House, where parents, students, and community members can experience firsthand how Artificial Intelligence is transforming education. As part of St. Vrain’s Parent University, this interactive event will take place on Tuesday, April 22 from 5:00–6:30 p.m. at the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools. Explore student- and instructor-led AI stations, participate in hands-on activities, and see real-world applications of AI in St. Vrain classrooms.

Please register online to assist with planning.
Learn more about St. Vrain’s Parent University and upcoming events.


Stop sign image

Help keep our students safe!

As part of our ongoing efforts to maintain a safe environment for our students, we kindly ask that parents/guardians and visitors refrain from waiting in the bus loop area or using it as a shortcut across school grounds during school hours. This helps us maintain a safe and focused learning environment for our students throughout the day. If you are volunteering, please make sure you have checked in at the front office and have your visitor sticker visible. Additionally, please do not pull personal vehicles in the bus loop area between 8:15 am and 4:00 pm. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.


Silver Creek High Girls Basketball Clinic flyer. June 2-5 for 4th - 8th graders
529 Jump College Savings account information - www.529jump.org
Informative flyer about the 529 Jump program, promoting college savings accounts for St. Vrain Valley students.
Promotional graphic for St. Vrain Valley Schools Appreciation Weekend, featuring baseball games on May 9-11.

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A note from the Black Rock PTO: 

Staff Appreciation Week is Coming!
Get ready to celebrate our incredible teachers, staff, and administrators during Staff Appreciation Week, May 5–9! This is a special time for the Black Rock community to come together and show our gratitude for the amazing people who make our school shine.

Staff appreciation and spirit week: Cruise Around the World, 5 Days of Gratitude

You can donate free money to Black Rock every time you shop at King Soopers. Just link your Sooper Card to Black Rock through their Community Rewards.

Purchase Black Rock spirit wear here.

The PTO is putting together a voluntary directory for parent contact information. Sign up here.

Sign up for the Volunteer Email list, click here.

There is a form to submit New Business for PTO Consideration: here


April breakfast menu
April lunch menu

To view a more detailed version of our breakfast/lunch menu, please click here.


Sponsors Of The Week

PTO Sponsor of the Week: Fassler Photo Co.
PTO Sponsor of the Week: Whitney Barnett ReMax Elevate
PTO Sponsor of the Week: RMQMA

Black Rock’s Upcoming Events

April 28th – No School – Non-Student Contact Day

April 30th – 9:15am: Coffee with the Principal & 1st Grade Field Trip

May 1st – 5th Grade Field Day

May 5th-9th – Staff Appreciation Week

May 6th – STEM Night at St. Vrain Innovation Center

May 7th – Late Start: Doors open at 11:25 am

May 8th – 2nd Grade Field Trip

May 9th – Shakespeare in the Park

May 15 – Black Rock All School Field Day


PTO Be in the know - www.brespto.com, facebook, instagram, slack

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