Mead Elementary School

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PRINCIPAL

BETSY BALL “In order to prepare today’s students to meet the challenges of tomorrow, we engage in continuous learning opportunities to strengthen our programs and celebrate the uniqueness of each child.”

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MISSION

We are a community of students, teachers and parents committed to the development of the whole child through a belief in every child’s unlimited potential by focusing on high expectations, rigor, raising achievement and developing character.

Students have access to technology including iPad minis, Chromebooks and laptops, which enhance classroom learning objectives.

As a movement school, students participate in two-daily movement breaks where they move to activate both sides of the brain helping children reenergize and focus on learning.

TECHNOLOGY

Classrooms are equipped with five iPad minis for curriculum center use, projectors, document cameras and audio systems. In addition, each grade level has access to a classroom set of 30 Chromebooks on mobile carts. Teachers integrate technology in creative and collaborative lessons. Student can instantly show mastery and understanding of concepts allowing teachers to instruct to the needs of the class.

POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONS AND SUPPORT (PBIS) Mead is a Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) school where students and staff have the same school wide expectations. Students get recognized for showing MEAD - Manners, Excellences, Attitude and Determination. Individual and all school rewards are given to make Mead’s learning environment a positive and respectful community.

970-535-4488 • 520 WELKER AVE. • MEAD, CO • 80542 • MES.SVVSD.ORG

MOVEMENT

At Mead Elementary, students participate in two movement breaks everyday where they stand up, move and activate both sides of their brain. These breaks get their blood flowing and prepare students to learn for longer periods of time.

Through professional development for teachers, materials for classroom movement, an audio system for the all school movement days and the implementation of the 100 mile Club, staff experiences positive impacts throughout the classrooms. The benefits of this neuroscience research based initiative includes higher student engagement and an increase in positive behavior throughout the school.

OUR SCHOOL’S

HONORS •

$70,000 Encana grant for classroom technology

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Six-time MyOn Reader award winning school

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Member of St. Vrain’s Colorado Health Foundation Physical Activity Grant

“Mead Elementary is a place where children come first, and that is where learning happens best.”

Sandy LaFever Media/Librarian

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Licensed before and after-school care and enrichment opportunities are available to Mead Elementary families. Service is provided from 7:00-9:05 a.m. and after-school from 3:35-6:00 p.m.

Mustang Corral offers fun, experiential learning activities that enhance and reinforce skills learned at school.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC aka PTO) is very involved and supportive. This group is open to all Mead parents, and they help fund field trips, put on Family Fun Nights, encourage parent volunteers in the classroom and support teachers and staff.

As an active and visible part of the school, PAC provides opportunities for all parents interested in impacting the experiences and education of students at Mead Elementary.

970-535-4488 • 520 WELKER AVE. • MEAD, CO • 80542 • MES.SVVSD.ORG

Please accept my warmest welcome to St. Vrain Valley Schools and do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of any assistance.

• Over 4000 highly qualified teachers, counselors and support staff • Safe, well equipped facilities • Numerous, engaging instructional programs for 21st century careers • State-of-the-art technology • A wide variety of outstanding co-curricular programs • High quality child care, preschool and kindergarten programs • Comprehensive services for students with special needs • A community of highly supportive, informed and engaged parents

Our outstanding teachers, support staff, coaches and administrators will engage and inspire our students as they learn and strive to succeed both now and in the future. To this end, St. Vrain offers a powerful combination of academic, social and emotional services and resources.

A world class PreK-12 education provides a solid foundation for a rewarding career and successful life. St. Vrain is committed to partnering with parents to optimize your child’s opportunities to achieve and excel.

Welcome to St. Vrain Valley Schools!

303-682-7205 haddad_don@svvsd.org Twitter: @SVVSDSupt

Superintendent of Schools

Don Haddad, Ed.D. 520 WELKER AVE., MEAD, CO 80542 970-535-4488 • MES.SVVSD.ORG

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