Cherry Creek Schools Foundation

We are “knot” messing around with how this project “ties” together social-emotional learning! In the 2023-24 school year, Dakota Valley Elementary social worker Jamal Jackson used an Educator Initiative Grant (EIG) from the Foundation to purchase supplies for positive affirmation bracelets, fidget toys, a social-emotional Wheel of Fortune game, and more to help support emotional self-regulation in students. “This allowed me to be completely creative with my service delivery to all students at Dakota Valley Elementary. Thank you so much for the opportunity!” Thanks to our donors, who help educators make a positive impact – stay tuned to see how this school year’s EIG recipients are bringing learning to life!

Today, we honor the courage, resilience, and sacrifice of our veterans. Their dedication has protected our freedoms and strengthened our communities. On this Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served. Let’s take a moment to recognize the heroes among us and show appreciation for their service - thank you!!

We put the “eye” in science with this school project (but please, don’t have a cow). In the 2023-24 school year, Horizon Community Middle School science teacher Lauren Dill used an Educator Initiative Grant (EIG) from the Foundation to provide all her sixth-grade students with an opportunity for hands-on learning about structures of the eye. She connected this to the solar eclipse, so students could directly see the parts of the eye impacted by sun exposure and were able to better understand the necessity of protective eyewear when observing the eclipse together. “While the experience was 'gross' and 'disgusting', students reported that they loved it! The first day of school this year, I had my now 7th graders coming back to tell me how much they miss 6th grade science and how cool the dissection was.” Thanks to our donors, who help educators make a positive impact – stay tuned to see how this school year’s EIG recipients are bringing learning to life!

We are honored to support the Cherry Creek School District and a school community with their eyes on the future! Thank you to our taxpayers, who said "YES" to career pathways for students, investing in educators, safe schools, mental health supports, and more. Thank you, thank you, thank you -- your support means a world of promise for our next generation of learners and leaders.

Funding education has a “pattern” of creating works of art! In the 2023-24 school year, Canyon Creek Elementary art teacher Amanda Arlington used an Educator Initiative Grant (EIG) from the Foundation to bring her students to the Denver Art Museum to learn about color, pattern, and art history. “The students loved connecting their learning in the classroom to the museum setting. I was so impressed with the students' work and their willingness to experiment.” Thanks to our donors, who help educators make a positive impact – stay tuned to see how this school year’s EIG recipients are bringing learning to life!

November marks Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. This month, we honor the strength, resilience, and wisdom that Native communities bring to our society every day. Join us in learning, honoring, and uplifting Native voices, not only this month but all year round.

Cue the confetti! Thanks to our generous community donors, the Cherry Creek Schools Foundation awarded a record number of grants to our amazing educators across the district this year! A huge shout-out to all of these recipients for working to increase the engagement and whole wellbeing of their students. From creating spaces of belonging to programs that teach life skills to providing art and music adventures, let’s hear it for our educators enhancing the educational experience! READ MORE: https://bit.ly/4f37DAf #ccsdprek12 #dedicatedtoexcellence #engagement

Education can be so “energizing” and teaches you “watt” really matters! In the 2023-24 school year, Eaglecrest High School science teacher Chani Mills used an Educator Initiative Grant (EIG) from the Foundation to help students understand the functionality, mobility and potential of renewable energy. “This was a wonderful way to get students outside and using the equipment. The students also learned about real-world applications for renewable energy.” Thanks to our donors, who help educators make a positive impact – stay tuned to see how this school year’s EIG recipients are bringing learning to life!

Join us and the CU Buffs on November 16 (Utah) and November 29 (Oklahoma State) for a special Community Night! You’ll get discounted tickets AND a portion of the ticket sales come back to support Cherry Creek Schools students. We hope to “C U there!”  TIX: https://lnkd.in/dKhheVb3

If you’re a sports fan, you’ll want to “rapidly” get tickets to the upcoming play-off game for the Colorado Rapids!  The Colorado Rapids are back in the Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs! Be there at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park as this young and hungry Rapids team led by Djordje Mihailovic, Rafael Navarro, and Cole Bassett take on LA Galaxy on Friday, November 1 at 7:30 PM in Game 2 of Round One. Purchase tickets and you will receive discounted ticket pricing: the first ticket in your ticket purchase will be half-off and a portion of each ticket purchased will go back to the Cherry Creek Public Schools Foundation! It’s a great GOOOOAAAALLLLL! TIX: https://lnkd.in/gC94PuZt