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Volume 13 • Edition 11
June 3, 2020
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Farmers in Historic Splendid Valley Move Forward with the 2020 Growing Season Despite Challenges In the midst of these unprecedented times, some things are still happening as they always do. This is true for Historic Splendid Valley farmers who are moving ahead to grow produce and flowers, and raise goats, chickens, and much more. Right now, these farmers are tending seedlings in greenhouses, planting cool season crops, pruning lavender, protecting young plants from the elements, tending to winter wheat, and caring for goat kids and chicks. Despite everything happening in the world, farmers are still growing our food and other agricultural products that we depend on. And they are doing it with a positive attitude and the optimism that every spring brings. “Spring on the farm is normally the most optimistic time for a farmer. It is the time when we finally get into the fields and have a fresh start so to speak – a time when we plan to hopefully correct all of the mistakes we made last season, a time of hope for a better year than the previous one, kind of a fresh start,” explained Robert Sakata of Sakata Farms. Of course, this is not to say that local producers aren’t facing a myriad of challenges related to the COVID-19 crisis. Facing the uncertainty of demand and market channels, and the effects of social distancing on farm visitation, some farms have already made adjustments. Berry Patch Farms is planting two new strawberry fields this year to help ensure the safety of employees and the public who comes in droves every summer to pick their certified-organic berries. Minoru Farm, which specializes in Asian varieties of vegetables, is in its first year of production. Having originally planned to sell at farmers markets, their model has shifted to include some Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm shares. “With the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for knowing where your food comes from has increased, along with the public’s realization of the importance of supporting small local businesses. I got the message that I needed to step up and offer what I could,” said Jade Sato of Minoru Farm. Sonflower Ranch was planning to offer tours to preschoolers and first-graders this spring, but those have been canceled. In response, they are offering self-guided, no-contact tours right now for families looking for something to do close to home. While there are still some opportunities to visit farms and farm stores, Red Daisy Farm is providing an opportunity to grow-your-own. In response to postponed weddings and other events that provide much of the demand for their flowers, Red Daisy is now offering cut flower garden kits. These kits offer a nice variety of 72 flower plugs that people can plant and grow at home. There is also the important consideration for all of the farms’ employees and, by extension, their families. From increased food safety trainings on top of an already rigorous program, to acquiring protective equipment to keep workers safe, this is an ongoing consideration for farmers. And there are still the anticipated challenges of farming in Colorado in the spring. Recent snowstorms have delayed plantings, or had farmers scrambling and putting in 18-hour days to get the crop in the ground before snow falls. Petrocco Farms, who raises a variety of vegetables for local and regional distribution in Historic Splendid Valley, shared that it is still early to speak much about this upcoming season, with so many unknowns to come. They are hopeful for better times ahead, and are working hard to ensure their products will be available in grocery stores and local farm markets later this year. Though there are some plans and adjustments that can be made now, there is a lot that remains to be seen. Historic Splendid Valley farmers, like farmers across the country, are preparing to make additional changes and get creative. Palizzi Farm is looking to make some changes this year by exploring a produce driveup service and local delivery options. At the moment, they are planting in the fields and their greenhouses are full of seedlings. A little further south, Palombo Farms is opening early for the season – in June. They will be offering curated produce boxes available for curbside pickup. “As folks are cooking at home and seeking ways to support our community, we’re hopeful they’ll look to family farms, such as ours, for their fresh produce,” said Joe Palombo of Palombo Farms Market. The City of Brighton and Adams County have long recognized the importance of preserving the prime farmland of Historic Splendid Valley, supporting the local food system,
and promoting agritourism. These initiatives support our local economy and the health and wellbeing of residents in and around Splendid Valley. There are a number of opportunities to support these farms now, and there will be many more once the harvest season begins. Anna of Apple Lavender Farms, whose local lavender can be purchased at the Berry Patch Farms store, reminds us that “buying local helps small farms continue providing quality produce and products with minimal impact on the environment, transportation or distribution.” Sakata Farms mentioned potential opportunities to support food pantries and food banks as the season goes on. Cont. on Page 3, See Farmers Move Forward
Dear Weld Re-3J Community,
The district’s current override is scheduled to expire at the end of the 20212022 school year, but we need to start planning now so that we can prepare
While working through the challenges of school closure and remote
future budgets. Extending the district’s mill-levy override will help ensure that
learning, we have also been looking at the district’s future. An important
our students and teachers receive the resources needed for safe and healthy
part of this work includes the feedback that we have received from the
schools and necessary educational and classroom resources.
community over the past year through surveys on our performance, priorities and management of the district. In the coming months, we will likely ask for
The reverse side of this postcard includes key data from our recent Community Surveys. Many of the responses show strong support for the
additional community input about the district’s budget and priorities for district district’s Strategic Plan and education priorities, and they also show desired, resources—especially as we move forward from the coronavirus pandemic.
new priorities. A summary of the district’s recent Community Surveys is
One of the upcoming issues for the district is its current mill-levy override, available online at Re3J.com. approved by voters in 2016. This voter-approved override has provided
Over the coming months, the district will be hosting a citizen task force
invaluable resources to address our district’s Strategic Plan priorities. We
to look at our mill-levy override and budgeting priorities. We encourage all
have successfully utilized the mill-levy override to:
community members to provide input into our process by contacting us at
Retain quality teachers and reduce teacher turnover Replace outdated textbooks and materials Update instructional technology Properly fund maintenance of district facilities to extend their useful life
Re3J.com. Sincerely, Cindy Baumgartner President, Board of Education
Greg Rabenhorst Superintendent of Schools
Visit www.Re3J.com for additional Community Survey results
Work on CO 52 Near Hudson Begins Week of June 1 Motorists can expect delays
WELD COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Transportation, in cooperation with Castle Rock Construction of Colorado, LLC, plans to begin construction on Colorado Highway 52 near Hudson the week of June 1. This project will help move cars through the area efficiently and improve safety and access to CO 52 by installing a roundabout at the Love’s and westbound ramps intersections, a traffic signal at the eastbound off ramp, and the addition of a sidewalk along the north side of CO 52 to increase pedestrian and bicycle connectivity. Construction limits and traffic impacts are expected from mile point 31 and 32 along I-76 and along CO 52 from just west of County Road 12 ½ to the BNSF railroad crossing in Hudson. Motorists should expect up to 20-minute delays during construction. Speed limits during construction will be reduced to 35 mph. Work will take place Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHAT’S IN THIS ISSUE: Page 2: Way of the World Page 4-14: Weld Re-3J School District Updates Page 6-11: Weld Central Class of 2020 Page 16: Farm & Home Lumber Under New Management Page 16: Meet 4-H Member - Kaylie Blake
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– Way of the World –
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by Bob Grand Looks like we are making progress on Covid 19. I think everybody is ready to work towards the path to normalcy if there is such a thing as normalcy. We all need to continue to thank all our health care personnel, emergency service folks and all those who have tried to provide a bit of normalcy out there. Joe Biden raised some eyebrows this past week when being interviewed by a black hip hop rapper when he said “ if you have a problem figuring out whether you for me or Trump, then you ain’t black”. Biden has subsequently apologized. But that statement rang a bell if you read Sheriff Steve Reams endorsement letter that went out this past weekend to endorse and fundraise for Lori Saine as his only candidate of choice for the Weld County Commissioner District 3 position. His exact words were “ Frankly, with the radical leftist controlling the Governor’s mansion and the Capitol, a vote for anyone but Lori Saine for Weld County Commissioner District 3 is a gamble that we can’t afford”. I am at a loss. First, one has to ask about the proprietary of an elected official endorsing a person who, if elected, will be voting on the budget of the person endorsing them. Secondly, the position Lori Saine is running for is the Weld County Commissioner for District 3. That position is to represent the voters and citizens of District 3 on the Board of County Commissioners, not State Representative. The process, in the past, to select our County Commissioners Republican candidates is managed, or better said, controlled by a small group in the Republican party hierarchy. There is a revolt going on in the Republican party in Weld County. It is healthy, this year has seen an unprecedented number of Republican candidates petitioning onto the ballot. In the past, this was a kiss of death. The sheer number this year tells a different story. Now I have the utmost respect for Sheriff Reams and agree with many of his views. I understand Ms. Saine has a strong record on prolife and the 2nd amendment issues. But what else qualifies her, in her work experience or background to qualify to be a County Commissioner, an organization with a budget of almost 350 million dollars, representing District # 3? Her prime opponent is former Fort Lupton Mayor Tommy Holton. A person whose experience at the local, county and state level is remarkable. His record of proved performance in government as an advocate for those he has represented is not matched by anybody running against him. I would not consider him “ a gamble we cannot afford” as suggested by the Sheriff. Being a party loyalist should not be the only qualification to base a voting decision on. I would offer that being an advocate for the people you are supposed to represent and having the demonstrated ability to accomplish things should be a major consideration when making your decision. The people of District 3 and, in fact, all of Weld County should have a strong Board of County Commissioners who should have fair and robust discussion about the needs of the entire county, and not just a favored area of development. We are nominating a candidate for County Commissioner District 3 whose job it is to participate in managing the County affairs, part of that job is, working with the other Commissioners, managing the relationship with the state government. I ask that voters consider voting for a candidate who will be an advocate for all the citizens of District 3. I also ask, whether you are Republican, unaffiliated or Democrat, that you vote, it is important as there is a small group who benefit by your not participating. Send a message, vote! Your thoughts and comments are always appreciated: Publisher@lostcreekguide.com
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Farmers Move Forward
Cont. from Page 1 “I hope we can work with local municipalities and counties to set up ways for local growers to market their products because they may not have the market channels they had in the past. I also know farmers have been a huge supporter of food banks and I hope we can continue that support this fall because it sounds like the need is growing each day.” Claudia Ferrell of Berry Patch Farms noted the flavor and health benefits offered by eating local produce: “It’s delicious to eat fruits and veggies grown in the rich soil of Splendid Valley and our climate, warm days and cool nights, increases the natural sugars of everything – from berries and melons to onions. Plus, you get the health and flavor benefits of freshness and avoid the environmental impacts of long-distance shipping.” “I hope everyone wants to get out, buy some of the best quality produce in the country, right here in Splendid Valley, and buy extra to can and put away for the possibility of the next wave of this, or just to simply be more prepared,” encouraged Aeron Calkins from Lulu’s Farm. Lulu’s Farm has a year-round market and participates in SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks programs. Many local residents have already stepped up to ensure these local farms are supported. Taylor Drew of Forever West Farms, who still has CSA shares available for pickup at the Bromley-Hishinuma Farm, shared his experience thus far. “My experience over these past months is that we live in an amazing community that wants to support each other. I have witnessed so much kindness in the local food community and it inspires me.” Use the information provided below to find out how you can support Historic Splendid Valley farms: Apple Lavender Farm: applelavenderfarm@outlook.com; find their products at Berry Patch Farms Berry Patch Farms: berrypatchfarms.com; bpf@qwestoffice.net; (303) 659-5050; farm store current hours are Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., visit their website for updates Forever West Farms: online store at app.barn2door.com/e/5NMOQ/all; foreverwestfarms.com (sign up for their newsletter); Facebook/Instagram: @Foreverwestfarms, @ LoHiSteakbar, @LoHiLocal Lulu’s Farm: lulusfarm.com; (303) 659-3300 Minoru Farm: minorufarmcsa@gmail.com; find them every Sunday at the S. Pearl St. Farmers Market in Denver starting mid-May through October Palizzi Farm: palizzifarm.com; (303) 659-1970 Palombo Farms Market: palombomarket.com, their new website launches in May and you will be able to order boxes there; palombomarket@gmail.com; (303) 287-0134 Petrocco Farms: look for them in farm stores and grocery stores this summer and fall Red Daisy Farm: reddaisyfarm@gmail.com; (303) 931-9785; to purchase a Cut Flower Garden, visit reddaisyfarm.com/cutflowergarden Sakata Farms: look for them in grocery stores this summer and fall Sonflower Ranch: sonflowerranch.com; call ahead to schedule a tour at (303) 641-0301
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Wherever you go, go with all your heart!
-Confucious
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Weld County Re-3J Update Weld County Re‐3J Budget and Sources of Revenue Update
Colorado General Assembly will convene shortly to finalize the state’s budget, which includes an estimated shortfall of $3.3 billion. Current estimates point to a 10 percent reduction in the School Finance Act, which provides per‐pupil funding for districts. FY 2019‐20
State CANNOT reduce local MLO funds
$1,185,707 $4,500,000
FY 2020‐21 $1,560,707
$4,500,000
10% reduction in State Formula Funding $18,811,690
State Formula Funding
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Mill‐levy Override
Federal Funding
State Formula Funding includes state of Colorado per‐pupil funding and local income tax share
$16,721,502
State Formula Funding
Mill‐levy Override
Federal Funding
FY2020‐21 budget assumes 10 percent reduction in State Formula Funding o Estimated reduction of $2.09 million Federal funds likely to increase from CARES Act support for schools Voter‐approved mill‐levy override provides stable revenue during COVID‐19 finanical crisis o MLO increases to about 20% of district’s budget from 18% in FY2019‐20
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Weld County Re-3J Update
Preparing for Significant Budget Reductions
The pandemic has taken a significant toll on the national and state economies. The State’s legislative session has been pushed back yet again, which means the state budget has not been developed. Re-3J anticipates that school districts will be informed of their revenue through the School Finance Act in early June. District budgets are required to be developed by June 30, annually. The budget outlook is bleak. With K-12 education accounting for over one-third of the State budget, districts will see significant reductions. School districts across Colorado are anticipating budget cuts upwards of 15%. That would mean a reduction of $2-3 million below current year funding levels for Weld Re-3J schools. As of now, we are planning to help offset the shortfall through the use of fund balance reserves, anticipated federal stimulus funds, staff reductions that do not eliminate student programs, and reductions to supplies, capital expenditures, and professional development budgets.
partment and Hudson Fire Protection District. It was wonderful to see all of the families out in their front yard smiling and waving. The staff at both schools have missed seeing their students. The event was a positive for the entire school community during these tough times. Cont. on Page 11
Lighthouse Recertification at Meadow Ridge Elementary and Lochbuie Elementary
In 2018, Lochbuie Elementary School (LES) was honored as being a Lighthouse School by the Leader in Me Foundation. At the time, Lochbuie Elementary was a PK-5 grade school. When Meadow Ridge Elementary School (MRE) opened, both schools were designated as Lighthouse Schools. A Lighthouse School proudly teaches, models and practices the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Students. LES and MRE students, staff and parents are proud to continue the work of the 7 Habits and share the leadership paradigms with the community. Part of the Lighthouse Certification is a recertification every two years. During the 20192020 school year, both schools worked hard to recertify as a Lighthouse school by creating virtual presentations highlighting how they are living and teaching the 7 Habits. This process also included setting goals for the future. Here are a few highlights from the last two years!
Meadow Ridge Family Night Photos
Lochbuie Elementary Leadership Photos
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Lochbuie Community Parade
On Tuesday, April 28, Lochbuie Elementary staff and Meadow Ridge Elementary staff joined together and paraded through the neighborhoods that make up their school populations. The staff was joined by District SRO Jamie Alary of the Lochbuie Police De-
$3,535.00 $2,183.00
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Weld Central High School Class of 2020
LESLIE ALLEN
“If you don’t stand for something you will fall for anything.”
ERASMO BARRAZA RODRIGUEZ
EMILY BOSLEY
TANNER ALLHANDS
“When in doubt, throttle out.”
JOEL BAUER
“Invention is not the product of logical thought, even though the final product is tied to a logical structure.” - Albert Einstein
NICOLAS BOWEN
EVELLA ANDERSON
AMANDA BELLIS
“Doing dumb stuff so my sister can write about it.”
JENNIFER BUJANOS
“My girlfriend is like the square root of 100, she’s a solid 10 but also imaginary.”
“Just because you are trash, doesn’t mean you can’t do great things. It’s called trash CAN, not trash CANNOT :)”
MADELYN CHAMBERS
BERNARDO CHAVEZ
ALONDRA CHAVEZ- ESPAREZ
MICHAEL CLEMENSON
ELISSA CLOUSE
“I hate being late, but I’m so good at it.”
“Don’t let the truth get in the way of a good “Nothing lasts forever, but at least we’ve got these memories.” - J. Cole story.” - Dale Brisby
“If you don’t leave the past in the past, it “Here I go into the real world still looking like I’m 12.” will destroy your future. Look what’s in front of you, not what yesterday took away.” - George Strait
“Well.... PLAY THE NEXT EPISODE!!!”
CHRISTA COLVIN
“The only reason I graduated from Weld Central, is because I’m still convinced my Hogwarts letter got lost.”
CARLOS APODACA
“Life’s like a sandwich. Either way you flip it the bread comes first.”
BROCK BERENS
“They asked me to write something. So here it is: Something.”
NATALIE CALDERON-DIAZ “Treat yo self.” - Tom Haverford
SKYLAR CHENAILLE
“Better to fight for something than live for nothing.” - George S. Patton
SALVATORE CONCA
ALYSSA ARELLANO
“Labor was easier than going through high school.”
LEVEA BOJORQUEZ
“Let your light shine before others.” Matthew 5:16
GIOVANNA CARBAJAL GOMEZ
“When life gets you down, you know what you gotta do? Just keep swimming, Just keep swimming.”
BREANNA CLARK
“Life may get rough, but it can’t be worse than any season finale of Grey’s Anatomy.”
SHANIA CORTEZ
“That could’ve gone better....”
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CALEB COLTON
HARLI CROSSEN
ERIC CRUMPLEY
“If you don’t stand for something you will for anything.”
“I’m not feeling it. Not today. “ - Me. Everyday of high school
“You make choices and you don’t look back. “ - Han, The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift
SERENA DEAN
LEO DEFORD
SABASTIAN DELGADO
“I like my coffee how I like my men... I don’t “Your secret is safe with my indifference.” like coffee.” Taliesin Jaffe
CARLOS FERNANDEZ “You can retake a class, you can’t retake a party.”
REBECKAH FLETCHER
“Alcancenme si pueden :)”
ARACELY FLORES GARCIA
“Lucha por lo que quieras, porque nadie lo “For I know the plans I have for you,” va a hacer por ti.” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.”
CHRISTIAN GALLEGOS
TAYLOR DAHLGREN
“The only person who can beat you is you. But not me though, even myself can’t beat me.”
TATE DREILING
DOMIINIC DAIGLE
“I was finally released from my four year sentence. Goodbye Alcatraz.”
AVERY FABIANO
“It’s not a haircut, it’s a lifestyle.”
“I am running away from my responsibilities. And it feels good.” Michael Scott, Season 4, “Money”
CAITLYN FORTE
CITALIC FRANCO
VIRILISET GALLEGOS
ADAN GARCIA
MATTHEW GRABRIAN
“You may not end up where you thought you were going, but you will always end up where you were meant to be....”
TIMOTHY FRANKE
BALTAZAR GALLEGOS
“Toughest guy in a pair of daisy dukes you’ll ever see.”
“Thanks Mom and Dad. I couldn’t have done it without you.”
‘What is your senior quote or message?” Wouldn’t you like to know weather boy.” (It’s an inside joke, you probably wouldn’t get it).”
“Be somebody who makes everybody feel like a somebody.” - Kid President
AYLIN GARCIA
LAUREN GERKEN
ZACHARY GILLMORE
WESLY GONZALEZ-PASILLAS
“bad bunny baby”
“I do believe it’s time for another adventure.”
“PUT GOD FIRST”
“They say everything is possible. You gotta “Chase your dreams but always know the dream like you’ve never seen obstacles.” road that will lead you home again.” - J. Cole -Tim McGraw
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CONNOR GREENWALD
“I want to thank Google, Wikipedia, and whoever invented copy and paste. Thank You.”
QUENTEN HOFFMAN
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AUSTIN HARDEN
Everything comes to those who work for it.”
LORELEI HOOD
“When life gives you lemons make lemonade. I like to think it applies to life.” - Andy Dwyer
ALBERTO IBANEZ
JAZMIN IBANEZ
BRIAN KIMBLE JR.
JARED KLAUSNER
“Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” -Winston Churchill
TALISSA LARSEN “Don’t do anything that doesn’t make you feel better.”
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ALINA LINDSTROM
“It’s time to trust my instincts. Close my eyes and leap.” - Wicked
MORGAN HERMAN
“Sometimes we’re all too quick to count down the days we forget to make the days count.” - Unknown
SETH HOWARD
“Happiness is a choice.” Mom 1965-2019
JONATHAN INIGARIDA
JAMES KUEMMERLE
NAYELI HERRERA
“LOVE YOURSELF” - BTS
KAYLIE HUGHES
“I graduated. Here’s your sign.” -Bill Engvall
JAXON KEELER
“Just gonna send it.”
VINCENT LACONTE
The man who is blind to the beauties of nature has missed half the pleasure of life.”
“They didn’t approve my first quote, so this is my only option.”
SAVANNAH LINNEBUR
JESUS LOPEZ RODRIGUEZ
“People Have Staring Problems.”
“To live is to risk it all. Otherwise you’re just an inert chunk of randomly assembled molecules, drifting wherever the universe blows you.” - R.S.
CASH HOFFMAN
“Wait, the quotes are due when?”
MCKAYLYNN HUMES
“Don’t spend all your time wondering what you are, who you like, or whether its right or wrong for you. Just let yourself be happy.” Callie Torres
HANNAH KILSCH
“High School was a four year game show called, “Do my friends hate me or do I just need to go to sleep?” - John Mulaney
LEANNE LANG
“I used to be jealous of Harry Potter for being able to talk to snakes; turns out I’ve been doing it for years.”
DANIEL LOPEZ URIBE “Sa va a ser o no se va a hacer.”
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EDWARD LUTZ
ZACH MARTINEZ
“The size of your success is measured by “Just like assignments, life has a deadline. the strength of your desire.” Life is short, so live it to the fullest.”
DAMIEN MCNELEY
“The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.” -Walter Bagehot
HILDEBERTO MORALES HERNANDEZ
“If you shoot an arrow real high ... Hooray for you...” - Dorian Corey
IVONNE OLIVAS
“I’m sorry, did my shoulders distract you from reading this quote?”
MARINA PALOMARES-GONZALEZ “No puedo esperar para ver la reaccion de mis padres cuando camine por el escenario.”
VICTOR MELENDEZ
“Can I borrow a pencil?”
MICHAELA MORELAND
JESSICA MATSON
“Let’s get one thing straight. I’m not.”
ZULEIDY MELENDEZ-RODRIGUEZ “Shine bright like a diamond.” -Rhianna
DYLAN MORTENSEN
BRADLEY MCANINCH
MADISON MIELKE
“And this is the part where you finid out who you are....”
TAGGYRT MOSES
AUSTIN MCCRAY
‘Dream Big! Never give up!”
SASSY MONTENEGRO NAVA “Don’t get lost in the sauce ;)”
JEREMY MUSE
“I know of nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.” -Vincent Van Gogh
“Eyes on your own work there, super chief.” -LetterKenny
“I live for myself and I answer to nobody.” -Steve McQueen
KOLBY OLIVAS
ETHAN ORR
CHRISTOPHER ORTIZ “Keep calm and use logic.”
“If I could have it back, all of the time that we wasted, I’d only waste it again.” -Arcade Fire, The Suburbs
ALEXANDER PAVON LOPEZ
ALEXIA PAVON LOPEZ
LESLIE PINEDO DELGADO
CHRISTIAN PRUITT
“Yeah sometimes this old life will leave you “i’m only myself when I have a guitar in my wishing that you had five more minutes.” hands.” -George Harrison -Scotty McCreery
“Todos hablan nada saben.”
“Solo vas escuela para calentar la silla.” - Ma
NICHOLAS OVIATT
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Weld Central High School Class of 2020
SANDRA QUESNELL
EVELYN RAMIREZ
“I want to be born as a rock in my next life.” - BTS Suga
FABIAN RAMIREZ ITURRRALDE
ANTHONY RAMOS
AUDRA RIBLETT
KOLTON ROBERTSON
“My grades are as low as my truck.”
JONATHAN RETANA
WILLIAM REUTER
ANGELIQUE ROLANDO
JORDAN SAGER “Get it o’l son”
“Long years sacrificed here, but now prepared to achieve and succeed in this famous game called life...”
“I tolerate lactose like I tolerate people, I don’t.
CASANDRA SANCHEZ
CRISTOPHER SANCHEZ
JASMINE SANCHEZ
URIEL SECUNDINO
KEVIN SHAFFER
CARSON SHERWOOD
ALEXANDRIA SIMPSON
“Those who were there were really loved, “When it rains look for rainbows, when it’s dark look for stars.” but those who were not, were not missed.” -Agustin Retana
“Guys, I want a castle.” -Flynn Rider
“Goodbye everyone. I’ll remember you all in therapy.” -Plankton
“If your dreams don’t match your actions, you can either change your dreams or change your actions.” -Damian Lillard
“Just give me my diploma and prounounce my name correctly:))”
OSCAR SALAZAR FLORES
“It’s important to give it all you have while you have the chance.” -Shania Twain
“Mama says I’m special.” -Forrest Gump
ABIGAIL SAMPSON
GAEL SOTO
“Do whatever you wanna do in your life, as long as you’re not hurting anyone and if they don’t like it... Oh well, as long as you’re happy.”
NATALIE REIFF
“I know everything happens for a reason, but what the heck was that?”
ALYESE RODRIQUEZ
“No matter how your heart is grieving, if you keep believing, the dream that you wish will come true.” -Cinderella
BELEN SANCHEZ
“The only A’s I got were absences.”
NOAH SENA
“Don’t tell me the sky’s the limit when there are footprints on the moon.” - Paul George
BRYAN SOTO VARELA
“Suena, pero no te dermas.”
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CARSON STEVENS
ALEXIS STONNER
“The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem.
“My wish for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to, your dreams stay big, your worries stay small. - Rascal Flatts
AUTUMN THOMPSON
WAYDE THYFAULT
“Time for a sugar daddy ;)”
SHYLA UHL
I love our class! Good luck to all of the Seniors!”
QUENTIN WALCH
“As a good man once said to me ‘ CATCH A RIIIIIIIIDE!”
CHLOE WIARD
MADISON UNRUH
WESLEY SWIETER
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
CHRISTIAN SWINGLE
GAGE TIDWELL
JUSTIN TYREE
“How come my grades can straighten out but I can’t.”
“That’s showbiz, baby!”
“If we are true to ourselves, we can not be false to anyone.” -William Shakespeare
NADIA VAZQUEZ CHAIRES
MATTHEW VILLARREAL
EMILIE WAREHIME
STETTSUN WATSON
CRAIG WEBER
CAITLIN WRIGHT
GANYA YONG
“Girls are like country roads. The best ones “Luck to me is lots of determination, hard got curves.” work, faith in myself, and in God.” -Lane Frost
“Mixtapes are like opinion, and I don’t want “We all have monsters inside of us and we to hear yours.” are responsible for what it does when we let it out.” -The 100
DEAVON THOMAS
“Driver picks the music and shotgun shuts Whenever I’m about to do something, I think, “Would an idiot do that?” And if they would, I his cake hole.” do not do that thing.” - Dwight Shrute -Dean Winchester
“I haven’t lost my virginity because I don’t lose.”
JESSICA ZAMBRANO
“Kill them with success, bury them with a smile.” -BTS RM
SAMANTHA TYREE
“ I’d rather fight 12 then be carried by six.”
PEYTON WACKER
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
FAITH WELCH SEGOVIA
“I know I shouldn’t have gotten out of bed today.” -Sponge Bob
JESUS ZUBIA QUINONEZ
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You’re off to great places. Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So.... get on your way! Dr. Seuss
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Fuel Up to Play 60 is an in-school nutrition and physical activity program launched by the National Dairy Council and the NFL in collaboration with the USDA. This program encourages youth to eat healthy and be active for at least 60 minutes per day. Student ambassadors designed and completed a bulletin board encouraging students to reach these goals. Cont. on Page 13
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They also created healthy yogurt snacks and shared the recipes. Hudson students also tried to keep students active during the stay at home orders. They encouraged the students to get a Blackout BINGO on the Fuel Up to Play 60 BINGO board which had health and wellness activities. Thanks to our sponsors Mrs. Graham and Mr. Sampson for their great Eunice Adwena ‘Eddie’ Gaspar passed away on Saturday May 16, 2020 at the age of 87. leadership with the program! Eddie was born in Applewood, Colorado on the family farm to Leonard Deck Shook and Eunice Cunningham Shook on October 13,1932. She was the A Message from Principal Ronda Soliz, fifth of six children and lived on the farm in Applewood until Hoff Elementary they relocated to Brighton in 1944. This has definitely been one of the most unique school years I have ever encountered in Eddie graduated from Brighton High School in 1950 and my 20+ years in education. While there is much we are feeling very uncertain about, there married her husband Donald Gaspar on November 10, 1950 in is still a lot to celebrate and highlight. Hoff’s last night in our school building was one we Raton, New Mexico. Eddie worked for an orthodontist in downshould celebrate! March 12th was our annual Showcase Night and it was by far one of our town Denver for a while until she secured a job at the Adams best. 5th Graders showed off their musical talents with a recorder performance while 1st County Assessor’s office where she worked until 1957. Graders shared book projects around the classic Charlotte’s Web. 3rd and 4th Graders Eddie and Don started bowling in the late 1950’s and continshowcased their moves combining dance with basketballs. 2nd Grade took their American ued to do so for over 50 years. They also played cards every Biographies to a new technological level. This special event helped remind our students, Friday evening with friends for many years. Eddie said she and their families, and our community that we Howl Loud and Proud and look forward to being Don knew every junkyard in Colorado, as they spent many hours together again! on the back roads of the state searching out hard to find parts for old John Deere tractors. Eddie is preceded in death by her husband, Don; daughter-in-law, Rhonda FarnsworthHighlights from Hoff Elementary Showcase Night Gaspar; as well as her five siblings. She is survived by her children Sherrie, Rob (Barb) of Pine Bluffs, WY and Gail (Jeff) Darnell of Keenesburg, CO; two grandchildren, Dustin (Natacha) Pine Bluffs, WY and Donessa of Commerce City, CO; and one great grandson, Jett Gaspar of Pine Bluffs, WY. A private graveside service for the family was held at Elmwood Cemetery, in Brighton, Colorado. Tabor Funeral Home, Brighton,
ADWENA GASPAR
Weld Central Middle School
Like most schools around the country, WCMS staff and students engaged in remote learning for the better part of the spring semester. While remote learning has been largely successful at the middle school, “We miss our kids like crazy!” has been a common theme in staff meetings throughout the last couple of months. After weeks of careful planning and waiting, WCMS Staff “took to the streets” on Friday, May 1st and social distanced during a 4 hour “cruise” through Lochbuie, Hudson, and Keenesburg to show our kids and community how much we miss them and how much they mean to us! It was an amazing experience for all who were able to participate, and we’d like to say thanks to all students and community members who showed their Rebel Pride. A special thanks to our School Resource Officer Jamie and the Lochbuie PD for an amazing escort around all three towns! We can’t wait to see everyone again soon!
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Weld County Re-3J Update Weld Central High School
Our Weld Central High School Class of 2020 finished their school year in May. This class has dealt with a number of ups and downs during their time at Weld Central, but we are beyond proud of their perseverance and focus. Whether they are heading to college, the military, or the workforce, they have shown the ability to overcome obstacles and no doubt will be successful! Congratulations to our Class of 2020 Valedictorian Leanna Lang and Salutatorian Abby Sampson!
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Food Services
Our school lunch heroes have been working tirelessly to serve the children of our community. Hudson, Hoff, and Lochbuie Elementary Schools have been operating a no contact, drive thru meal service producing meals kits to feed children ages 18 and under. The meals are distributed twice a week and provide breakfast and lunch for 7 days. In the month of April, they distributed over 43,200 meals for families to take home and feed their children during these difficult times. While the kitchen staff misses the normal lunch period and seeing the kids, they are still serving up happy & healthy!
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Open every third Saturday 9 am to 12 pm 100 North Market Street, Keenesburg For emergency needs, please contact 720-480-6428 or email us at: http:// www.fbca.church
Donations are welcome to help us defeat hunger in our community
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The Keenesburg Housing Authority is looking for two Keenesburg residents to volunteer to sit on the Board of Commissioners starting May 2020. The volunteer position only requires approximately an hour a month for meetings. For further information on the position please stop by the office located at 250 E. Woodward Ave., Keenesburg or call 303-732-4221 during business hours,, Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Farm and Home Lumber Under New Management and Ownership
We here at Farm and Home Lumber would like to introduce to the community the new owners and management. The new owner is Alfredo Ramos of Brighton, Colorado. Alfredo has been in the roofing industry for the past 20 years; Alfredo is married to Jolene Rush and have 2 children, Daniel 7 years old and Aubri 1 year old. The store is also under new management by Mike Kearns, Mike has over 30 years’ experience in the construction trade. Mike is married to Susanna Kearns and has 5 children. We would also like to introduce you to some of our staff, Office Manager Anna Fadeley, Project Manager Wesley Aspey and Yard Manager Ryan Fadeley, inside/yard sales staff is Andrew Kearns, Roxanna Gasca, Anna Rollert, Emma Belcher, and Larry Fulkerson. Our staff is excited to be here to serve the community. Alfredo and Mike would like to welcome the community to visit the store and see some of the changes that have already been made. Farm and Home Lumber looks forward in helping the surrounding communities fulfill their project needs. As Farm and Home Lumber grows in the future some of our goals is to expand on the rental equipment and to increase inventory for the farm side of things. Farm and Home Lumber would like to earn your business, we provide estimates for pole barns, car ports, decks, porch overhangs and other construction projects. So, if you are starting a project or in the middle of a project we are here to help! Let us help! from house jobs, workshops, pole barns to smaller remodeling ideas we can assist you with finding the product that works best for you at a price that does too! Don’t have the right tool for the job? No problem! We carry a large assortment of small rental tools from stand-behind-skid-steers to drywall-lifts to help you get the job done easier! We carry a fully stocked wide variety of lumber sizes up to 20’ in length. (big box stores only carry up to 16’!) We buy from both world-wide sources and large local warehouses such as Boise Cascade, JM Thomas, All Weather Wood, and Blue Lynx. If we do not carry it, we will do our best to special order it. We are here for you! Drop on in, we look forward to seeing you. Do not forget to check out our Facebook page for upcoming specials and sales.
June 3, 2020
Meet the 4-H Member- Kaylie Blake
By Madison Richmann Weld Central Student and Keenesburgs very own, Kaylie Blake says, “ 4-H has taught me that it is okay to fail, as long as you get back up again.” This is one of the many lessons taught to kids during their 4-H years. Kaylie says that she showed a lot when she was younger, and then stopped for a while and then started up again 4 years ago. The 16 year old shows pigs and sheep at both the Southeast Weld County Fair, and the Adams County Fair every summer. “My favorite part of 4-H is meeting new people and gaining new friendships,” says Kaylie. She also goes on to say that her favorite 4-H memory is when she got her lamb to brace before her older sister who is also in 4-H. Blake goes to school at Weld Central Highschool where she will be a junior this next school year. Kaylie also enjoys playing basketball for Weld Central, as well as photography. Good Luck to Kaylie as she continues on her 4-H journey.
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