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Twin Peaks Charter Academy
TIMBERWOLF HOWL 
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Silent Auction
The Twin Peaks Education Foundation will be holding an online auction April 22 through May 2 with all proceeds benefiting technology, communication, professional development, facilities, and scholarships.
TPCA Silent Auction Bidding
Click on this link for details: TPCA Auction Flyer
Please contact Beth Witzak at beth.witzak@conferencedirect.com |
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Teacher Request
Fourth grade teacher, Gina Beyer, needs 30 large pizza box folders covered with contact paper (neutral color.) Please contact her for details at beyer_gina@svvsd.org |
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C'mon! We Don't Bite!!
When we see a request looking for volunteers to run for the PTO Board, we all think, "Someone else will do it;" or, "I don't want to compete for a position;" or even, "I don't have time and won't know how to do it." So, guess what happens. Yup. No one comes forward. There has never been a better time to make a difference for our children. Come volunteer with parents who are welcoming, supportive, smart, and have a great sense of humor if we do say so ourselves! The PTO Officers have 15 children among them, so we understand time restraints and priorities! If you'd like to volunteer with the PTO, we will find or create a position that fits your passions and needs, give you training to succeed, and promise you will not be turned away. We know you will not regret volunteering with the PTO!
For more information:
Contact PTO President Angel Platt at plattplace@gmail.com or call
303-775-6053.
Peaksapalooza: Ready to Rock?
Then Save The Date! Saturday, May 18, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Peaksapalooza will be a K-12, live, music-themed, end-of-the year celebration right here at TPCA! There will be food, activities, and great music. We still have an opening for one lucky volunteer to head up the decorations. Please contact Tiare Bedell at trebedell@hotmail.com if you are interested in helping plan this exciting event.
Feast with Fang Contest Results
Of the 12 parents who attended the March PTO Meeting, 4 were Kindergarten parents. This resulted in Kindergartners winning the contest for having the most parents from one grade to attend the meeting! Kindergarten students will enjoy their prize of having lunch with Fang soon, and we are certain that Fang will enjoy learning table manners from the Kinders! PTO Officers would like to say thanks to the parents who attended. It was really nice hearing great ideas and different perspectives.
Please Come To Run or Vote at the next PTO Meeting!
The next PTO meeting is Wednesday April 10, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Cafetorium. Please come join us as we elect next years' officers, talk about upcoming events, and laugh over a light snack before ending at 7 p.m. sharp! Doesn't that sound inviting? Our meetings may surprise you; we hope to see you there. Oh, pssst. There is still time to run for the PTO board if you are interested!
Teacher Appreciation Week
We are looking for parents with a passion for blessing the teachers and staff during teacher appreciation week by decorating our school hallways. Please call Kim Kroeger at 303-485-8727 if you would like to be a part of the decorating team. We are also looking for families to help with food. Please click on this link for details from Alejandra Hallmark.
Padres de Familia - Teacher Appreciation Day
Reminders
Continue to collect your Box-Tops, Labels for Education, Longmont Dairy milk caps, and be sure to use your re-loadable King Sooper or Safeway cards. Every little bit helps benefit our school.
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VOLUNTEERS OF THE MONTH
APRIL 2013
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We are pleased to announce the return of Volunteer of the Month Awards! Each month, three parents who go above and beyond the call of duty will receive the award. Recipients are awarded one of the Reserved Parking spaces for the month, a $5 re-useable grocery card, and a plaque.
Congratulations go to:
- Heather Lechman
- Jason Selby
- Lisa Barila
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 The TPCA Bolder Boulder Racers Club will begin training after spring break to get students ready to run the 35th Memorial Day 10K Road Race on May 27! Who: BB Racers Club is open to 3rd-8th graders Where: Here at TPCA When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from right after school until 4:15 beginning Tuesday, April 9 Registration forms for the BB Racers Club AND directions for registering for the actual Bolder Boulder 10K race are available from students' homeroom teachers and at the East and West offices. You may also print from the links below. Contact Lisa Fetters with questions at fetters_lisa@svvsd.org |
| Invitation to all 8th Grade Students |
8th Grade Special Shadow Day Invitation
Your presence is Requested!
Special 8th Grade Shadow Day
Friday April 12, 2013
8:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Visit a variety of high school classes.
Eat lunch with our high school students.
Email Lori West your attendance and lunch preference: hot lunch $2.75, and St. Vrain account info, or cold lunch. west_lori@svvsd.org or call 303-772-7286, ext. 56901
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Finance Committee
The TPCA Finance Committee is beginning discussions and preparation of the 2013-2014 TPCA Budget. Click here for the Preliminary Budget Execution Schedule for these discussions. If you have any questions, please attend a Finance Committee meeting. These are held on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month in the West Campus Media Center at 5:30 p.m., or contact Don Young, BOD Treasurer, at dontyoung@gmail.com
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Thursday, March 28
1st Grade Awards Ceremony 2:15 p.m. WC Commons
Finance Committee 5:30 p.m. WC Media Center
Friday, March 29
Dress-of-Choice Day
SPRING BREAK: April 1 - 5
Monday, April 8
Classes resume
Tuesday, April 9
Curriculum Committee 7:00 a.m. WC Media Center
Marketing Committee 8:00 a.m. WC Conference Room
PTO Executive Officers Meeting 8:30 a.m. EC Media Conference
Faculty Committee 6:00 p.m. WC Conference Room
Wednesday, April 10
PTO Meeting 5:30 p.m. Cafetorium
**Child care will be provided.**
Thursday, April 11
Finance Committee 5:30 p.m. WC Media Center
Friday, April 12
TPCA Safety Committee 3:00 p.m. WC Conference
For detailed Calendar of Events, click here: TPCA website
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Open grants for all public and charter schools
http://www.jaredpolisfoundation.org/
Teacher mini grants for Technology
Teacher Recognition Awards and School Recognition Awards
Whole School Recognition Awards
Opportunities exist from $1500-$5000.
Deadlines are April 5-6.
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To Contact Administration: 303-772-7286 ext:
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2013-2014
| | Enrollment for the 2013-2014 school year continues. Do you know anyone who would like more information on TPCA? Please forward this newsletter or have them contact the school! |
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K-8 Facebook
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Seussical the Musical
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Thank you to all of the incredible volunteers and dedicated students who helped make Twin Peaks Charter Academy's first full-length musical, "Seussical," a success! Each and every one of you played an integral part in putting the show on stage! And what a great show it was! More information about cast and performance pictures is coming, but if you'd like a video recording of the show, please stop by Mrs. Freeman's room to sign up. They are $5 each, and we'll be happy to make as many as you'd like! Thank you again, and bravi tutti! We're looking forward to next year's show!
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High School Tutors
Did you know that your elementary and middle school student can receive homework help from our own high school students? On Mondays, beginning April 8, high school students will be available in the East Campus Media Center from 3:10 to 3:55 p.m. You must contact Lori West to sign your student up for this free opportunity. Students must be able to walk to the East Campus Media Center from the elementary school; you are free to escort them. Please arrive promptly at 3:55 to take your student home.west_lori@svvsd.org
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Supper for the Speer's
We have a fourth grade student at our school, Josiah Speer, who has been battling brain cancer all year. Josiah goes for treatments every Monday, so as a show of support for this family I thought it would be a help to provide meals every Monday for the remainder of the school year. Please contact me for details if you would like to provide a meal for the Speer Family. THANK YOU!! Leandra Casanueva
casanueva_leandra@svvsd.org
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Penny War Fundraiser
We are in the process of organizing a PENNY WAR fundraiser to help support the Speer Family. Please watch for more information in the TPCA Howl in the coming weeks.
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Odyssey of the Mind Regional Tournament Results
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We want to thank all of the Odyssey of the Mind teams for all of their hard work. Everyone did a really great job at the Regional Tournament Saturday, March 23.
Congratulations to our Fifth Grade team on their first place victory. Team members: Rachael Triplett, Neha Barirat, Christopher Haley, Benjamin Jacobi, Morgan Rawlins, Maggie Wise, and Ester Xu. Team Coach: Heather Rawlins.
Congratulations also to the Middle School Odyssey of the Mind Team for placing second. Team members: Devon Cherniss, Sawyer Burwick, Liesel Fagerburg, Brandon Leyva, Jorge Vargas, and Laura Welch. Team Coach: Melissa Welch
We want to wish you good luck at the State Finals on April 13 in Fort Collins. Way to go!
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Reminder | | Please check the Lost and Found. Items not claimed by Friday, March 29, will be donated to charity. |
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Milk Caps for Mooola
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Don't forget to save your Longmont Dairy beverage caps. Each cap is worth 5 cents! Collection boxes are located at the WC Office, the WC Cafeteria, and the EC Cafetorium. Contact Maura Youle at 303-776-7106 with questions. Click here for details
Milk Caps for Mooola FAQ
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Science Fair
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Love Science? Want to win?
Check out Google Science Fair!
https://www.googlesciencefair.com
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Si quisiera las noticias traducidas en español, por favor llame a Norma Alba a 303 772 7286.
Ella los llamará en dos días de negocio
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| Mission Statement |
Twin Peaks Charter Academy provides students with the foundations of virtue and character, building cultural literacy through a rigorous, content-rich curriculum in an encouraging environment.
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Our Legacy: Academic Excellence
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