The District Accountability Council will hold a meeting Tuesday, December 9th at 4:35 PM in the Innovation Lab. District Accountability Meetings are open to the public and are encouraged to attend.
Dear Sierra Grande School District Staff, Students, and Community Members,
Due to inclement weather conditions, we are implementing a delayed start for all schools within the Sierra Grande School District for Thursday, December 4th. We want to ensure the safety and well-being of all our students, staff, and community members as a top priority. Buses will also operate on a delayed schedule and will start their regular pick-up two hours later than normal. School will start at 9:45 a.m. Staff should arrive before 9:30.
Due to inclement weather conditions, we are implementing a delayed start for all schools within the Sierra Grande School District for Thursday, December 4th. We want to ensure the safety and well-being of all our students, staff, and community members as a top priority. Buses will also operate on a delayed schedule and will start their regular pick-up two hours later than normal. School will start at 9:45 a.m. Staff should arrive before 9:30.
Correction: Next food pick up is Monday, December 8th.
Please remind your student to return their Walmart bag to reuse for food pickup.
Please remind your student to return their Walmart bag to reuse for food pickup.
The Board of Education will hold a Regular School Board Meeting Tuesday, December 9th at 6:00PM in the Innovation Lab. Board meetings are open to the public and are encouraged to attend.
🎄✨ Vendors Wanted! ✨🎄
Get ready for the Winter Craft Market at Sierra Grande! ❄️
We’re looking for local creators to showcase and sell their handcrafted gifts and decorations while supporting Sierra Grande students.
🗓 December 9th
🏀 During the MS Boys Basketball Home Game
⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
💲 $15 per table
👉 Pick up your vendor application at the SG front office.
📅 Applications and payment are due by Thursday, December 4th.
Come share your creativity and holiday spirit! 🎁❤️
#SierraGrande #WinterCraftMarket #SupportLocal #HolidayShopping #CraftVendors #CommunityEvent
Get ready for the Winter Craft Market at Sierra Grande! ❄️
We’re looking for local creators to showcase and sell their handcrafted gifts and decorations while supporting Sierra Grande students.
🗓 December 9th
🏀 During the MS Boys Basketball Home Game
⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
💲 $15 per table
👉 Pick up your vendor application at the SG front office.
📅 Applications and payment are due by Thursday, December 4th.
Come share your creativity and holiday spirit! 🎁❤️
#SierraGrande #WinterCraftMarket #SupportLocal #HolidayShopping #CraftVendors #CommunityEvent
Hello music families! Be on the look out today for my communication home about our concert next week! The letter went home with Middle and High Schoolers yesterday and will go with elementary schoolers today! If you have questions or comments please feel free to email me! - Ms. Richardson
🎄A Huge Thank You to the Senior Class of 2026! 🎄
Our school Christmas tree is officially glowing with holiday spirit — all thanks to the hard work and creativity of our amazing seniors!
Thank you for kicking off the season in such a bright and meaningful way. We appreciate you! ❤️💚
#SeniorClassOf2026 #HolidaySpirit #SierraGrandePride #ThankYouSeniors 🎅🏼🌲
Our school Christmas tree is officially glowing with holiday spirit — all thanks to the hard work and creativity of our amazing seniors!
Thank you for kicking off the season in such a bright and meaningful way. We appreciate you! ❤️💚
#SeniorClassOf2026 #HolidaySpirit #SierraGrandePride #ThankYouSeniors 🎅🏼🌲
The Sierra Grande School Transportation Dept. is looking for qualified school bus driver. Applicants must hold a valid CDL license. Pre-hire drug test is mandatory. Applications are available at the School District Administration Office at 17523 Hwy. 160, Blanca, CO or on the District website.
For more information or for application materials please contact Superintendent Kevin Jones @ kjones@sierragrandeschool.net or Maria Atencio @ matencio@sierragrandeschool.net
For more information or for application materials please contact Superintendent Kevin Jones @ kjones@sierragrandeschool.net or Maria Atencio @ matencio@sierragrandeschool.net
Next food pick up is December 8th.
Please remind your student to return their Walmart bag to reuse for food pickup.
Update: Folklorico practice after school has been cancelled for today, December 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
Middle School Families – It’s Winter NWEA Testing Week!
December 1–4
Our students will be taking their Winter NWEA assessments each morning after CLAW, with a shortened class schedule to follow. Testing will take place with homeroom teachers, and there will be no enrichment classes during testing days.
Schedule at a Glance:
Monday: Reading
Tuesday: Math
Wednesday: Language
Thursday: Science
Please help your child be test-ready by making sure they get a good night’s sleep, eat breakfast, and arrive to school on time.
We’re proud of our students and all the progress they’ve been making, and this is their chance to show what they know! Encourage them to do their personal best and take their time. They’ve got this, and we believe in them!
December 1–4
Our students will be taking their Winter NWEA assessments each morning after CLAW, with a shortened class schedule to follow. Testing will take place with homeroom teachers, and there will be no enrichment classes during testing days.
Schedule at a Glance:
Monday: Reading
Tuesday: Math
Wednesday: Language
Thursday: Science
Please help your child be test-ready by making sure they get a good night’s sleep, eat breakfast, and arrive to school on time.
We’re proud of our students and all the progress they’ve been making, and this is their chance to show what they know! Encourage them to do their personal best and take their time. They’ve got this, and we believe in them!
🌟 Happy Substitute Teacher Appreciation Day! 🌟
Today we celebrate the incredible substitute teachers who step in with patience, flexibility, and dedication to support our students. Whether it's keeping classrooms running smoothly, bringing positive energy into the school, or being a reliable helping hand—our subs make a huge difference every single day.
To all of our substitute teachers: Thank you for everything you do for Sierra Grande School District!
✨ We’re also always looking for more amazing subs to join our team!
If you love working with students, want a flexible schedule, and enjoy giving back to the community, consider becoming a substitute teacher with us.
Today we celebrate the incredible substitute teachers who step in with patience, flexibility, and dedication to support our students. Whether it's keeping classrooms running smoothly, bringing positive energy into the school, or being a reliable helping hand—our subs make a huge difference every single day.
To all of our substitute teachers: Thank you for everything you do for Sierra Grande School District!
✨ We’re also always looking for more amazing subs to join our team!
If you love working with students, want a flexible schedule, and enjoy giving back to the community, consider becoming a substitute teacher with us.
Congratulations to following Panthers on being selected November Students and Staff Member of the month:
Middle School-Alaina Huerta
High School-Christina Sanchez
Staff-Alex Guenther
📢 Sierra Grande Food Pantry Update
Thank you to everyone who stopped by for food pick-up this week. All available food boxes have been fully accounted for, and we will not be open for food distribution tomorrow.
We appreciate your understanding and will share updates as soon as more resources become available. 💛
If you have urgent needs, please reach out to Ms. Alex at amoore@sierragrandeschool.net
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Thank you to everyone who stopped by for food pick-up this week. All available food boxes have been fully accounted for, and we will not be open for food distribution tomorrow.
We appreciate your understanding and will share updates as soon as more resources become available. 💛
If you have urgent needs, please reach out to Ms. Alex at amoore@sierragrandeschool.net
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Sierra Grande Students and families that have been contacted by Ms. Alex can come by tomorrow and Friday to pick up a food box from the innovation lab. See flyer for more details.
If you prefer delivery please email Ms. Alex at amoore@sierragrandeschool.net
If you prefer delivery please email Ms. Alex at amoore@sierragrandeschool.net
🎄✨ Vendors Wanted! ✨🎄
Get ready for the Winter Craft Market at Sierra Grande! ❄️
We’re looking for local creators to showcase and sell their handcrafted gifts and decorations while supporting Sierra Grande students.
🗓 December 9th
🏀 During the MS Boys Basketball Home Game
⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
💲 $15 per table
👉 Pick up your vendor application at the SG front office.
📅 Applications and payment are due by December 1st.
Come share your creativity and holiday spirit! 🎁❤️
#SierraGrande #WinterCraftMarket #SupportLocal #HolidayShopping #CraftVendors #CommunityEvent
Get ready for the Winter Craft Market at Sierra Grande! ❄️
We’re looking for local creators to showcase and sell their handcrafted gifts and decorations while supporting Sierra Grande students.
🗓 December 9th
🏀 During the MS Boys Basketball Home Game
⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
💲 $15 per table
👉 Pick up your vendor application at the SG front office.
📅 Applications and payment are due by December 1st.
Come share your creativity and holiday spirit! 🎁❤️
#SierraGrande #WinterCraftMarket #SupportLocal #HolidayShopping #CraftVendors #CommunityEvent
Congratulations to this month's Students of the Month:
Blanca-Walker Schell
Forbes-Calyx McCotter and Eliana Estrada-Lopez
Kinder-PJ Diallo, Kaleigh Hubbard
1st-Omar Espinoza
2nd-Andrew Lopez
3rd-Valeria Martinez-Chairez
4th-Keilen Carrell
5th-Amalia Roybal
The Theme for November was Most Inclusive .
Great Job Students!!!
Sierra Grade Elementary would also like to congratulate the 5th grade class for having the best attendance for November. They had 96% attendance. Great Job!!
Blanca-Walker Schell
Forbes-Calyx McCotter and Eliana Estrada-Lopez
Kinder-PJ Diallo, Kaleigh Hubbard
1st-Omar Espinoza
2nd-Andrew Lopez
3rd-Valeria Martinez-Chairez
4th-Keilen Carrell
5th-Amalia Roybal
The Theme for November was Most Inclusive .
Great Job Students!!!
Sierra Grade Elementary would also like to congratulate the 5th grade class for having the best attendance for November. They had 96% attendance. Great Job!!
Help support the sophomore class! The Sophomore Class is collecting money for Turkey Grams today and tomorrow (18th&19th). Grams will be delivered on Thursday. Send a sweet treat to your little turkey today!
The Sierra School District would like to thank all parents and guardians who attended our Thanksgiving lunch. It was great to see such an amazing turnout. We would also like to thank the cafeteria staff and all others who helped to make this event a great success. Have a great Thanksgiving!
Congratulations to our Sierra Grande Board of Education members who were sworn in last night! Our schools thrive because of dedicated community members who VOLUNTEER their time to guide and support our district’s mission. We also appreciate Luna Millions for her hard work and dedication as Board Secretary.
