November 10, 2023

NEW! A Note from Ms. Trena:

Dear REMS Families, 

Again, I wanted to express our humble gratitude to our Douglas County Voters for their support in passing the Mill Levy override (5A).  This will bring much needed funding to our teachers and support staff in offering them competitive salaries that are of fair market value as well as attracting new teachers to the profession.  The bond will also ensure safety and security measures are increased and maintained over time with the addition of Security staff at our elementary, offering more School Resource Officers in our feeder schools, and maintaining security cameras and radios. Thank you for investing in REMS! 

Congratulations to Officer Troy Stembel, who was honored by our feeder principals this week! He is celebrating 25 years with the Castle Rock Police Department and in serving our schools We love Officer Troy! (Puppy not included.)

Important Dates: 

November 13-17th- Book Fair 

November 16th- Family Night at the Book Fair 4:30- 5:30; Prospective Parent Orientation (Virtual) 5-6pm 

November 17th- 1st grade Fieldwork Joyous Chinese Cultural Center 

November 20-24th- Thanksgiving Break! 

Apple Awards: Due November 12th

The Foundation for Douglas County Schools is proud to honor exceptional educators and staff who are inspiring a love of learning in students and are trailblazing extraordinary innovation in our schools. Please visit the Foundation's website to nominate a deserving Renaissance staff member!

With kind regards, 

Trena L. Hand

Proud Principal

NEW! News from our Crews:

Congratulations to Hudson B. from 5th grade as the "Overall Winner" at the Youth Artists Colorado Flag Contest. The 2023 theme to recreate the flag was "Dream in Art." Huddy's flag was the first Elementary flag ever to be selected as the overall flag, beating out high school and middle school artwork. Huddy's artwork will be made into a full size flag and flown at the National Art Educators Conference in March to represent all of Colorado. Way to go Huddy!

Our band and orchestra had their Winter concert! 

NEW! A Note from Ms. Staci:

NEW! News from our Parent Crew:

Scholastic Bookfair is coming Nov 13-17
Join us for a fun week of spirit days, shopping, family fun & more!
Visit the Scholastic Bookfair website to load your kiddo's eWallet so they can shop cash-free (cash and cards will still be accepted, of course!). Volunteer sign-ups are available NOW on Track It Forward!

Monday: Wild West/Cowboy/Cowgirl 
Tuesday: Barbie vs GI Joe 
Wednesday: Alien Invasion/Buzz/Space 
Thursday: Dance Party Rex & Family Night 430-530pm with guest readers 
Friday: Forky & Friends

One Book, One District Community Event Nov. 11
Students and families, you're Invited!
November 11, 2023 9am-Noon
Kirk Hall, Douglas County Fairgrounds
Enjoy special presentations with Live Animals from the Denver Zoo, Douglas County, Canine Rescue, DCSD Therapy Dogs, & more! The first 20 families to check in will receive a signed copy of the book Becoming a Good Creature by Sy Montgomery.

Fall Climbing Days
Belay on! Our fall climbing schedule is HERE and ready for parent volunteers! Please sign up for a crew (or two!) around your student's crew to help make sure all our kiddos get lots of opportunities to climb and practice their growth mindset skills!

Spirit Wear - Exclusive Holiday Shop!
Get your official 2023 hoodies and tees just in time for the holidays! This shop closes on 11/20 and will be distributed just before the winter break.

Holiday Giving - Donations Needed
We need your wrapping paper and wrapping supplies for Ms. Allison‘s Holiday Giving! Please drop off any rolls of wrapping paper, scotch tape, and tissue paper to the drop-off box at the front door. Our favorite are the self-adhesive gift bags from Amazon for odd-shaped items! Thank you so much for helping us make our community feel loved this holiday season!

Code Ninja Spirit Night: Friday Nov 17 5-8pm
Ages 5 - 14, drop off your kiddos for a night of pizza & games! Use code REMS when you register at the Castle Rock Code Ninja's Parent Night Out!

REMS Auction Planning & Sponsorship Opportunities!
Save-the-Date: Renaissance Auction March 30, 2024
Join us for a festive fundraiser at the beautiful new Castle Rock Library!
To help with planning or learn about becoming an event sponsor, email our event leads today!

Urban Air Spirit Night RESCHEDULED - Jan 31
Come enjoy an exciting evening at our Urban Air Spirit Night!  On Wednesday, January 31st we'll receive discounted tickets and donate 20% of all proceeds back to our school!

Volunteer of the Month - Ivonne Acevedo
Since 2016, Ivonne has been volunteering in different roles; from collecting wine bottles for the wine wall for the Auction for 3 years in a row, to attending three voyages with Daniela and one with Lucas, volunteering at RAD, helping with the OLE, helping teachers in the classrooms, belaying, and many other events. She believes that by volunteering and supporting the school, she is also modeling REMS core values. Read more about Ivonne's experience at REMS here.

Gear Swap Coming Soon: donate gently used gear today!
The Renaissance Gear Swap is a community tradition to help make our Outdoor Education program accessible to all! Please donate your gently used, outgrown voyage gear (fleece/syntethic clothes, waterproof hiking boots & snow gear, wool, socks, sleeping bags, back packs, etc) and then come by during the Gear Swap to pick up any items your students might need! Questions about what kind of gear to donate? Ask our amazing Adventure Education Coordinator, Ms. Ashley: acammack@dcsdk12.org

Save the Date: Renaissance Auction March 30th: Black, white, and READ!
Join us for a festive fundraiser at the beautiful new Castle Rock Library! More details coming soon!! To help with planning this exciting event, email Allie Waltee: alliewaltee@live.com

Lost & Found Overflowing!

These cool mornings and warm afternoons have left our lost & found OVERFLOWING! Stop by the entryway any time or check out the cart out front at pick-up this week!

NEW! Community Involvement Opportunities:

Join Team Renaissance Raptor Runners for the 19th Annual Turkey ROCK Trot on Nov. 23rd (Thanksgiving Morning)! Register here!

When registering, select "Join Team" at the top of the registration page and choose Renaissance Raptor Runners. Use discount code REN23 to get 15% off registration fees.

The ROCK Trot is HUGE for Renaissance! We've won the award for the "Fittest Flock" (largest team) several years running and we DON'T WANT TO LOSE OUR STREAK!!! Make it a fun, family morning! Get huffin' and puffin' before the stuffin'! 

This race starts and ends at the DC Fairgrounds & Expo Center and is for all levels of runners and walkers! Vendors and entertainment are inside for a fun family-friendly atmosphere!

The Turkey ROCK Trot benefits the Hope & Help Center which provides assistance to residents in Douglas and Elbert Counties.

Register today to keep our "Fittest Flock" title!