St. Vrain teachers’ union, district headed back to negotiations

The two sides have been at loggerheads since April, when the district officially declared an impasse in negotiations.The school board approved a budget for 2010-11 that does not include step increases.

Ground breaking set for new Erie elementary school

The St. Vrain Valley School District will hold a groundbreaking ceremony Aug. 31 near Meller Street and Telleen Avenue for the new Erie elementary, also called Elementary No. 26. Keynote speakers will include Principal Cyrus Weinberger, Superintendent Don Haddad and town officials. Light refreshments will be provided. The school is expected to open in the [...]

Students greeted by changes, improvements at St. Vrain schools

As the new school year begins in the St. Vrain Valley School District, many students will find both big and small changes at their schools. “We’ve had a really busy spring and summer in the district with all the construction projects underway,” said Brian Lamer, director of construction operations and maintenance. “We have been able [...]

New school year begins in St. Vrain Valley this week

School begins for many students in the St. Vrain Valley School District on Wednesday. Elementary students return to school Wednesday. All sixth graders and new seventh- and eighth-grade students also will attend their first day Wednesday. Additionally, the first day for all Sunset Middle School students is Wednesday, according to the district’s Web site. All [...]

Silver Creek musicians tune up at camp

It’s broiling hot and the recruits are sweaty. People are yelling “left, right, left, right,” to the sound of marching feet. There’s a loud, incessant pounding beat. No, it isn’t a military boot camp. It’s band camp at Silver Creek High School. “There’s just nothing like being swarmed by sweaty people,” joked Jay Clanin, band [...]

Crayons to Calculators drive hits high gear

And to spur the collection drive, two Longmont businesses are offering sweet deals for customers who bring in donations for the drive.

Ziggi’s Coffee House, 400 Main St., will give double punches on their frequent buyer’s cards from Aug. 1 through Aug. 7 for customers who bring in school supply donations. The Texas Roadhouse restaurant will host a benefit luncheon for customers who RSVP by Wednesday and bring their donations to a free luncheon Thursday.

Hands-on history: Longmont Museum camp explores life of early settlers

The “Searchers, Seekers and Settlers” day camp is based on historical accounts of pioneer life in the Longmont area.

Kickin’ it at Kiwa: Girl Scouts gather at Lyons day camp

A very enthusiastic rendition of “Hermie the Worm” sung by about 100 elementary-age girls started one day in late June at the Girl Scout Kiwa Day Camp near Lyons. Then it progressed to chants for taking attendance – “Unit 3, shout with me, Comets, comets, whoosh!” — followed by a much more respectful flag-raising ceremony [...]

St. Vrain high school grads celebrate ‘freedom’

New graduates – under clear skies, rising temperatures and a calm breeze Saturday morning — tossed their caps to the wind after celebrating the past and embracing their unwritten futures with thousands of friends and family members.

Nine students win Longmont Community Foundation grants

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