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Elizabeth Dalzell, HMS, walked into quite a surprise on Thursday, an award ceremony.
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District 49 hosted April’s Fantastic 49 celebration on April 10 before the monthly Board of Education meeting.
![Honoring Dedication: A Night Celebrating Students & Staff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743544922/d49org/bvbcfdjf4o4aijbsastk/PZ-04.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743544922/d49org/bvbcfdjf4o4aijbsastk/PZ-04.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743544922/d49org/bvbcfdjf4o4aijbsastk/PZ-04.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743544922/d49org/bvbcfdjf4o4aijbsastk/PZ-04.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1743544922/d49org/bvbcfdjf4o4aijbsastk/PZ-04.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743544922/d49org/bvbcfdjf4o4aijbsastk/PZ-04.jpg","width":2048}])
District 49 hosted February’s Fantastic 49 celebration on March 13 before the monthly Board of Education meeting. The meeting was hosted by Sand Creek High School, as part of a series of showcase meetings that have been held different schools across the district.
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District 49 hosted February’s Fantastic 49 celebration on February 13 before the monthly Board of Education meeting. The meeting was hosted by Bennet Ranch Elementary School, as part of a series of showcase meetings that have been held different schools across the district.
![Celebrating Initiative With January's Fantastic 49 Honorees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737661609/d49org/m68vqwvqsok2tatrzt79/PD-08.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737661609/d49org/m68vqwvqsok2tatrzt79/PD-08.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737661609/d49org/m68vqwvqsok2tatrzt79/PD-08.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737661609/d49org/m68vqwvqsok2tatrzt79/PD-08.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1737661609/d49org/m68vqwvqsok2tatrzt79/PD-08.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1737661609/d49org/m68vqwvqsok2tatrzt79/PD-08.jpg","width":2200}])
District 49 hosted January’s Fantastic 49 celebration on January 16 before the monthly Board of Education meeting.
![School Counselors Wrap Up School Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726810/d49org/ca5ricljdgyidnesdz9l/Counselors_banner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726810/d49org/ca5ricljdgyidnesdz9l/Counselors_banner.jpg","width":370}])
The D49 team of school counselors gathered on May 2 to start wrapping up school year '23-24.
![You're Invited: Learning from the VoW System]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726808/d49org/w9x7dznct5zw86zsoisk/YOURVOICEINACTION.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726808/d49org/w9x7dznct5zw86zsoisk/YOURVOICEINACTION.png","width":370}])
I warmly invite you all to join me for a comprehensive VoW Rollout Presentation, in which I will provide an in-depth look at what we've learned this year through D49's Voice of the Workforce system.
![Update Your Cell Phone to Receive Weather & Emergency Notifications]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726807/d49org/jvjoeafrfv40dsgnrqfm/Weatheralertcellphone.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726807/d49org/jvjoeafrfv40dsgnrqfm/Weatheralertcellphone.jpg","width":370}])
Workforce text alerts
![Sentinel Continuing Onsite Office Hours]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726806/d49org/lq2actrlxuncwkpuji2n/TechSupportthatsPersonalbanner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726806/d49org/lq2actrlxuncwkpuji2n/TechSupportthatsPersonalbanner.jpg","width":370}])
We are pleased to announce our friends at Sentinel Technologies are continuing Building Office Hours after the holiday break.
![Get Ready, Get Set for Raptor App]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726804/d49org/qmqfofidcjx5bqxhiw8n/StaffWi-FiGraphicREV.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726804/d49org/qmqfofidcjx5bqxhiw8n/StaffWi-FiGraphicREV.png","width":370}])
D49 will soon roll out a new mobile app from Raptor to enhance safety and security in our buildings, and utilizing staff Wi-Fi will help ensure reliable functionality.
![Fantastic 49 Festivities Wrap Up for ’22-23 School Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726308/d49org/oyffo337h7kmncvxejcs/Ann_Banner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726308/d49org/oyffo337h7kmncvxejcs/Ann_Banner.jpg","width":370}])
District 49 is committed to recognizing fantastic staff, students and community members who help make our district fantastic.
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![You Did It, GOAL Graduates]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726304/d49org/ichhbjpwjn2sq22roru6/GOALBanner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726304/d49org/ichhbjpwjn2sq22roru6/GOALBanner.jpg","width":370}])
District 49 wrapped up the 2023 graduation season on June 2 with graduates from GOAL High School taking the stage at the Broadmoor World Arena.
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Families, friends and staff celebrated with the Vista Ridge High School Class of '23 Saturday, May 27
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![Falcon Falcons Celebrate the Class of 2023]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726300/d49org/rvmx39l9cqeth0ohyzo2/FHS_BannerGrad.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726300/d49org/rvmx39l9cqeth0ohyzo2/FHS_BannerGrad.jpg","width":370}])
The Falcon High School class of 2023 celebrated under sunshine and blue skies May 26
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Sand Creek High School celebrated its graduation on Thursday.
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![2021-22 School Year a Wrap: We Made It!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726763/d49org/w2hmozath04qftozf68p/LookingBackonSY-22banner.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726763/d49org/w2hmozath04qftozf68p/LookingBackonSY-22banner.png","width":300}])
As the school year starts winding down, it's the perfect time to look back and reflect on all the positive moments of the year.
![No Matter How You Slice It, D49 Teachers Shine]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726761/d49org/rqfr2ivo5gv03ixe8f2o/200429_Teacher_Appreciation_Week_370x240-website.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726761/d49org/rqfr2ivo5gv03ixe8f2o/200429_Teacher_Appreciation_Week_370x240-website.png","width":371}])
During Teacher Appreciation Week, we asked our community to recognize D49 teachers who can't be topped and to nominate favorites on social media.
![Seeing a Sign: Learning a Language at PHS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726756/d49org/tcpyfwmqleoznetkrv5r/D49_1003banner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726756/d49org/tcpyfwmqleoznetkrv5r/D49_1003banner.jpg","width":370}])
Staff faces around the room are expressive and focused. Add in their hand gestures, and employees are saying a lot, without actually speaking.
![Kindergartners Celebrate Differences During Autism Awareness]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726751/d49org/oatzuw1koqpdzubj4es2/Cookiebanner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726751/d49org/oatzuw1koqpdzubj4es2/Cookiebanner.jpg","width":370}])
April is Autism Awareness Month, and for kindergartners at Evans Elementary, it’s the perfect time to celebrate a classmate.
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Holly DeHerrera, an English teacher with the Falcon Homeschool Program, knows how quickly life can change. In an instant, everything can go up in smoke.
![Start Planning Your (Virtual) Summer Trip]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726631/d49org/z6i2lwi839ljqk39oufy/VirtualVacayGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726631/d49org/z6i2lwi839ljqk39oufy/VirtualVacayGraphic.png","width":370}])
Don't let restrictions from COVID-19 keep you and your family from enjoying attractions and museums all across the country, or from discovering a new hobby this summer.
![Take Time During Summer Break to Recharge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726629/d49org/p7qz6mxxxtp21keqer7r/Rachael_Winn.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726629/d49org/p7qz6mxxxtp21keqer7r/Rachael_Winn.jpg","width":370}])
We all know what happens to a cell phone when the battery is low. Recharging isn’t only important for your phone, but it is imperative for YOU to recharge your mind and body, too.
![Send a #49CARES Message]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726627/d49org/ncesd8m9nfrfbblaizd3/200323Cares_370x240_border.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726627/d49org/ncesd8m9nfrfbblaizd3/200323Cares_370x240_border.jpg","width":371}])
With lives disrupted from the COVID-19 outbreak, messages from D49 team members, like you, filled with care and hope can make a positive difference to students, parents and our community.
![Summit Scholarship: Soar to New Heights]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726623/d49org/absos58ybaaqiwxp04p6/WGUScholarship_web_banner.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726623/d49org/absos58ybaaqiwxp04p6/WGUScholarship_web_banner.png","width":300}])
District 49 has partnered with Western Governors University to offer full scholarships to three current ESP staff members. Apply by May 11.
![D49 Update: Coronavirus Resources]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715726622/d49org/vr291hjxffldncnlvkii/WebsiteMemeTopics_370x240.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715726622/d49org/vr291hjxffldncnlvkii/WebsiteMemeTopics_370x240.png","width":370}])
We are working closely with our local public health agencies as we monitor the global outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).