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Engage ~ Empower ~ Improve

Image of Grand Valley Center for Family Learning logo: a baby cardinal bird coming out of its shell.
Engage:  Empower Improve
Our belief is that learning soars when students are inquisitive, interested, inspired, joyful and feel that they are important to the classroom community. We strive to individualize learning so that each student understands their strengths and knows the next steps in their own learning journey. Each student tracks his or her own progress and mastery of learning goals are celebrated.  We foster a growth mindset. We teach students to believe their skills and talents can be developed through hard work, good strategies, and feedback from others. Failures are celebrated as an opportunity to learn and grow. 

News & Announcements

Kids summer programs. Fun and creative activities for students entering grades 1-6. June 9-27, July 7-25. Cost per week, per child $50. Activities: sports, arts, crafts, lego, gardening, outdoor exploration, and more! Summer program hours: Monday - Friday 9am to 3pm. Transportation and meals provided. Open to al. Register now at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X8N9T9M

Garfield County School District #16, Grand Valley Recreation Center, GVHS Athletics, and Theatre Aspen have partnered to provide Cardinal Camp for the Summer of 2026.

See this website for more information: https://www.garfield16.org/programs/summer-programs

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El Distrito Escolar del Condado de Garfield #16, el Grand Valley Recreation Center, GVHS Athletics y Theatre Aspen se han asociado para ofrecer el Campamento Cardinal durante el verano de 2026.Para más información, consulte este sitio web: https://www.garfield16.org/programs/summer-programs

Read More about Summer Programs 2026
Colorful illustrated poster for a community event titled “May Fest” on Saturday, May 2, 2026. The background shows a blue sky with clouds and a small bee flying. Large yellow letters spell “MAY FEST” in the center.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 2 and come celebrate a fun-filled day at Cottonwood Park in Parachute! From a 5K run and pancake breakfast to a bike derby, car show, vendors, food trucks, and carnival games—there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss the Battle of the Bands at 3-8pm!

Bring your family and friends and enjoy a day full of community, fun, and excitement—we hope to see you there!

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¡Marque sus calendarios para el sábado 2 de mayo y venga a celebrar un día lleno de diversión en Cottonwood Park en Paracaídas! Desde una carrera de 5K y un desayuno de panqueques hasta un derby de bicicletas, un espectáculo de autos, vendedores, camiones de comida y juegos de carnaval, hay algo para todos. ¡No te pierdas la Batalla de las Bandas a las 3-8pm!

Traiga a su familia y amigos y disfrute de un día lleno de comunidad, diversión y emoción. ¡Esperamos verlo allí!

Read More about MayFest May 2, 2026
Garfield County School District 16 Board of Education school board meeting Tuesday, December 9, 2025. 5:00 pm. 0460 Stone Quarry Road, Battlement Mesa, CO 81635.  Photo of 2025 GVHS graduating class and the Cardinal mascot.

G16 School Board Meeting Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:00 pm. St. John's Administration Building. Agenda can be found online: https://go.boarddocs.com/co/garfield16/Board.nsf/Public or https://www.garfield16.org/about/board-of-education

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Reunión de la Junta Escolar de G16 Martes, 14 de Abril de 2026 a las 5:00 pm. Edificio de la Administración de St. John. Agenda se puede encontrar en línea: https://go.boarddocs.com/co/garfield16/Board.nsf/Public o https://www.garfield16.org/about/board-of-education

Read More about BOE Meeting April 14, 2026
A graphic saying "It's National Assistant Principals Week!"

Assistant principals play a vital role in keeping our schools running smoothly while supporting students, staff, and families every day. From helping students succeed to supporting teachers and creating a positive school environment, their leadership and dedication make a lasting impact. Thank you to our assistant principals for all you do to support our school community!

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Los subdirectores desempeñan un papel fundamental para el buen funcionamiento de nuestras escuelas, apoyando a diario a los estudiantes, el personal y las familias. Desde ayudar a los estudiantes a alcanzar el éxito hasta apoyar a los docentes y crear un ambiente escolar positivo, su liderazgo y dedicación tienen un impacto duradero. ¡Gracias a nuestros subdirectores por todo lo que hacen para apoyar a nuestra comunidad escolar!

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A graphic about paraprofessional appreciation day

Our paraprofessionals play an important role in supporting students and staff every day. From helping in the classroom to providing encouragement and guidance, they make a meaningful difference in the success of our schools. Thank you for your dedication, patience, and the care you show our students each day—we appreciate all that you do!

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Nuestros paraprofesionales desempeñan un parte importante en el apoyo diario a estudiantes y personal. Desde su ayuda en el aula hasta su motivación y orientación, contribuyen significativamente al éxito de nuestras escuelas. Gracias por su dedicación, paciencia y el cariño que muestran a diario por nuestros estudiantes. ¡Apreciamos todo lo que hacen!

Read More about Paraprofessional Appreciation Day
Winter Break December 22 - January 2. No school, no cardinal club, no monday programs, resource center closed. School will resume January 6.

Spring Break is here There will be no school, no Cardinal Club, no Monday Programs, and the Resource Center will be closed March 23-27.

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¡Las vacaciones de primavera están aquí! No habrá escuela, ni Club Cardenal, ni programas de lunes, y el Centro de Recursos estará cerrado del 23 al 27 de marzo.

Read More about Spring Break March 23-27
The image is a colorful and vibrant poster advertising a Parachute Bicycle Derby event, featuring a stylized illustration of a cyclist riding a bicycle against a dynamic background with various graphic elements.

BUE’s Annual Bike Derby is moving to MayFest! Saturday, May 2, 2026 10am - 1pm. Bring your bikes and get them serviced for free, ride the obstacle course, and enter to win prizes! See flyer for more details.

Register for the MayFest Fun Run: https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Parachute/MayFestFunRun. Register before April 30th. BUE Run Club students run for free. Saturday, May 2, 2026 8:00am. See flyer for more details

Free transportation: We’ll have free buses to and from MayFest! See the schedule here: Bus Schedule

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¡El Derby Anual de Bicicletas de BUE se traslada a MayFest! Sabado, 2 de mayo de 2026 10am - 1pm. ¡Trae tus bicicletas y haz que las revisen gratis, recorre el circuito de obstáculos y participa para ganar premios! Consulta el folleto para más detalles.

Regístrate para la MayFest Fun Run: https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Parachute/MayFestFunRun. Regístrate antes del 30 de abril. Los estudiantes del Club de Carreras de BUE corren gratis. Sabado, 2 de Mayo 2026 8:00am. Consulta el folleto para más detalles

Transporte gratuito: ¡Habrá autobuses gratuitos hacia y desde MayFest! Consulta el horario aquí: Horario de autobuses

Read More about Bike Derby, 5K Fun Run, and Transportation at MayFest!
Bus driver talking to a preschooler through the mirror on the bus.

Our preschoolers had a fun adventure today as part of their learning unit about wheels!

They took a bus tour and learned about bus safety, including how to sit safely and listen to the driver. It was a great way for our youngest learners to practice important safety skills while enjoying a ride on the bus!

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¡Nuestros niños de preescolar vivieron hoy una aventura divertida como parte de su unidad de aprendizaje sobre ruedas!

Tomaron un recorrido en autobús y aprendieron sobre la seguridad del autobús, incluyendo cómo sentarse con seguridad y escuchar al conductor. ¡Fue una gran manera para que nuestros estudiantes más jóvenes practicaran habilidades de seguridad importantes mientras disfrutaban de un paseo en el autobús!

Read More about CFL Bus tour & safety
Preschooler learning to ride a bike with some assistance of a police officer.

Thank you to the Parachute Police Department for organizing a fun obstacle course to teach about bike safety!

This activity was part of our preschool unit on wheels, giving students a fun way to learn and practice riding skills. We appreciate our local officer for supporting our youngest learners!

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¡Gracias al Departamento de Policía de Parachute por organizar una divertida carrera de obstáculos enseñando sobre seguridad en bicicleta!

Esta actividad fue parte de nuestra unidad preescolar sobre ruedas, brindando a los estudiantes una manera divertida de aprender y practicar habilidades de equitación. ¡Agradecemos a nuestro oficiale local por apoyar a nuestros estudiantes más jóvenes!

Read More about CF Bike Rodeo
Theatre Aspen Education Presents How to solve a mystery! Based on How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery by Don Zolidis. Teaching artists: Alicia Millerson. Rehearsal dates: october 6, 13, 20, 20 9am to 3pm. November 10 11am to 6pm. Performance at 5:30pm on November 10. Join us for a lighthearted spoof of a classic murder mystery, and debate the various ways to solve or get away with murder! We will explore the classic mystery genre, as well as learn comedic techniques, theatrical exercises.

We are excited to announce another Theatre Aspen program for students in grades 3-8. Students will be performing Peter Pan & the Lost Girl. The program will take place on Mondays from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at Grand Valley Middle School. Transportation and lunch will be provided to student participants. 

Please register by March 31 by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/7jnRMSsotcbw3ThE8

Tuition is absolutely free. 

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Estamos emocionados anunciar otro programa de Theatre Aspen para estudiantes de 3º a 8º grado. Los estudiantes interpretarán Peter Pan y La Chica Perdida. El programa se llevará a cabo los lunes de 9:00 am a 3:00 pm en Grand Valley Middle School. Se proporcionará transporte y almuerzo a los estudiantes participantes.

Por favor regístrese antes del 31 de Marzo llenando este formulario: https://forms.gle/7jnRMSsotcbw3ThE8

La matrícula es totalmente gratuita.

Read More about Theatre Aspen Monday Program Spring 2026
Garfield County School District 16 Board of Education school board meeting Tuesday, December 9, 2025. 5:00 pm. 0460 Stone Quarry Road, Battlement Mesa, CO 81635.  Photo of 2025 GVHS graduating class and the Cardinal mascot.

G16 School Board Meeting Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:00 pm. St. John's Administration Building. Agenda can be found online: https://go.boarddocs.com/co/garfield16/Board.nsf/Public or https://www.garfield16.org/about/board-of-education

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Reunión de la Junta Escolar de G16 Martes, 10 de Marzo de 2026 a las 5:00 pm. Edificio de la Administración de St. John. Agenda se puede encontrar en línea: https://go.boarddocs.com/co/garfield16/Board.nsf/Public o https://www.garfield16.org/about/board-of-education

Read More about BOE Meeting March 10, 2026
Girl in a dress sitting in grass with some lavender flowers behind her.

Garfield County School District 16 is proud to announce our student interns! Thanks to funding from Aspen Community Foundation, G16 has been able to hire several student interns throughout our district.

Samantha Hill is one of our Outdoor Education Interns.

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El Distrito Escolar 16 del Condado de Garfield se enorgullece de anunciar a nuestros trabajadores estudiantil. Gracias a la financiación de la Fundación Comunitaria de Aspen, G16 ha podido contratar a varios trabajadores estudiantil en nuestro distrito.

 Samantha Hill es una de nuestras trabajadoras del Educación del Aire Libre

Read More about Student Intern - Outdoor Education

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