Back to School 2009 by Montrose Daily Press

2009

July 26, 2009

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CONTENTS Greetings from the superintendent . . .4 School board members and their goals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 District sites and Parent portal Registration information . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Directory of services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Wellness policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Meal info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 School year calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 District Budget, Student Services Northside Health Center . . . . . . . . . . .11 School supply lists . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-17 Discrimination statement . . . . . . . . . . .18 Student dress code . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Cell phones and MP3 players . . . . . . .18 School bus routes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Publisher: Stephen Woody General Manager: Tim Frates Sales: Dennis Anderson, Susan Andersen, Erin Berg Ad Design: Mary Dietrich, Katrina Kinsley, Ben Jones

Douglas L. Hansen D.D.S., L.L.C. Welcomes Nicholas Heiner D.D.S. to our dental practice. Dr. Heiner will be offering a dental exam and set of bite-wing x-rays for school age children (18 and under) during the month of August for $20 (regularly $77). Dr. Heiner is available for appointments Monday-Thursday 8-5 and Friday mornings.

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Greetings from Dr. George Voorhis, Superintendent “Excellent schools are transparent in their operation and intellectual in their purpose, which makes them legitimate in the eyes of their constituencies.” John Merrow, in Choosing Excellence

I can think of few days as exciting as the first day of school, this year it is Wednesday, August 19.

The activities in a school district continue during summer break. Our teachers have invested in professional learning activities and our maintenance and ground crews have cleaned and prepared our schools to be ready to welcome your children on August 19. We will complete the construction of our second school-based health clinic--scheduled to open on the campus of Olathe Elementary School shortly after Labor Day. With the assistance of grant funding, we completed the final phase of our Educational Services Building located at 930 Colorado Avenue. Our district office has moved to the new location. We also completed two new classrooms on the Colorado Avenue property that will be used by our science and physical education departments. We will have three new principals this year— Laura Burris at Johnson Elementary, Scot Brown at Olathe Middle/High, and James Barnhill at Montrose High School.

In our commitment to excellence, over the last nine years our school district has operated under a strategy of well-spent tax dollars directed to learning, instruction and our students’ success. Our success is the result of professional and committed teachers and staff, our students and their parents, and a supportive community. In the current economic climate, along with each of our families, we are making budget decisions based on uncertain financial forecasts. As your school district, we will continue to provide fiscally responsible educational opportunities for the children in Montrose and Olathe. Our students have much potential. With your continued support, we will provide educational opportunities so they can go as far as their aspirations, talents, and intelligence will take them. We hope you and your family are enjoying the summer and taking time to explore this beautiful area of the state.

Dr. George Voorhis

Dr. Voorhis has been the Superintendent since July 2000. The Superintendent is appointed by the locally elected school board as the chief administrative and executive officer. With the assistance of his staff, the superintendent directs, guides, and coordinates the educational and administrative programs of the District in accordance with the Board policies and the rules and regulations of the Colorado Department of Education.

Helpful Guidelines to Resolve Concerns or Issues We are a K-8 Elementary School with a focus on Quality Christian Education. • Pre-K/Kindergarten thru 8th • Low Student-Teacher Ratio • Safe Christian Environment • Caring Teachers and Staff • Dedicated to Child Development • High Level Curriculum, Biblically Based udy A 4-year st esis of e G ive n by Cognit Adventist enrolled in t they a students th alidates Schools v . For more ls e v above le : t a e v ie ach study visit on on the informati itivegenesis.org www.cogn

Each child benefits from the teamwork of parents and staff. The Montrose & Olathe public schools encourage parents to discuss your child’s progress with his/her teacher. If you have a concern or issue, you can follow these helpful guidelines: Avenues of Communication Constructive criticism, motivated by a sincere desire to improve the quality of the educational program or to equip the schools to do their tasks more effectively, is welcomed by the Board of Education.

The Board believes that complaints and grievances are best handled and resolved as close to their origin as possible. Therefore, the proper channeling of complaints involving instruction, discipline or learning materials will be as follows: Teacher Principal Assistant Superintendent Superintendent Board of Education

For the benefit of your child and his/her education, it is essential that you make every attempt to work through issues. No one knows a child better than the parents, and like you, teachers and principals have the best interest of your child in mind.

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Together, we can reach the most appropriate solutions for issues dealing with your child. We look forward to a positive working relationship between parents and staff. Thank you for your support.

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School Board Goals

We, the members of the Board of Education of the Montrose County School District, are committed to serving the children and citizens of this school district. We will strive to provide a high quality public education, which meets the needs of our community. We believe that the success of the Montrose County School District RE-1J depends on a shared vision among the school board, staff, parents, and community, and we will try to the best of our ability to uphold these aspirations.

Attain optimum achievement for all students •Maximize instructional time •Maximize instructional effectiveness •Hire, support and retain the highest quality personnel •Strive for effective class size with emphasis on kindergarten through third grade •Expect high performance from all students and staff •Increase minority student achievement Create relevant learning environments for all students •Increase the emphasis on literacy in secondary schools •Maintain current emphasis on literacy in primary grades •Examine both new and existing alternative programs •Explore distance learning programs and opportunities •Continue to maintain and improve a safe school learning environment

Continue to develop and maintain a standards-driven curriculum that includes a comprehensive student achievement assessment system •Continue to refine an articulated and coordinated curriculum •Develop strategies to meet needs of students not meeting benchmarks and standards •Develop strategies to meet needs of students who meet or exceed benchmarks •Encourage innovative programs and assess their effectiveness •Explore relevant graduation standards Develop and maintain a strong, relevant staff development program •Align staff development with district standards as well as district, building and individual goals •Use assessment results academically sound instructional methods as a guide for the staff development program

Carol McDermott President

Kjersten Davis Vice-President

Mike Benziger Secretary

Steve Arnold Treasurer

Maintain fiscal responsibility •Develop the budget consistent with District goals

It's Back to School Time, and we're all gearing up so we'll be ready. Construction crews are finishing the district offices and two classrooms at our property next to the bus barn in Baldridge Park, consolidating student services, maintenance, and administration at one location. Our district maintenance department has our grounds and buildings prepared for the over 6,300 students and 850 staff who will learn and work here this new year.Many among our staff spent their summer in classes to expand their knowledge, get current with technology and safety issues, and prepare their sites to welcome our students.Administrators at both the building level and the central office orient new staff to our district, assemble materials, adjust budgets, and match standards and assessments to meet state and national mandates.In homes across our district excitement builds as students anticipate rejoining friends and teachers. They gather their supplies and plan their activities. Parents, also, prepare for the school year. And their back-to-school budgets need adjustments, as well. Rather than buying the latest technology and fanciest footwear, I urge parents to consider more long-term priorities, such as family time in the many parks in our communities, interactive creative endeavors available through our after school programs and through the recreation district, and regular visits to our regional library.Education is not a spectator sport. Rather it requires the teamwork of an entire community. I invite all of you to join us, the school district, in this year's adventure.

School Board Meetings August 11, 2009

September 8, 2009 Barbara Bynum Director

Improve communication district wide •Promote regular communication among staff and between buildings and levels •Encourage improved communication between schools and families •Promote regular communication between the district and the community Continue to develop and maintain an improved program of certificated/licensed and classified staff performance evaluations Certificated/Licensed •Research effective evaluation models •Explore alternative models of evaluation •Review current job descriptions and modify as needed •Review and modify the current evaluation format and process •Incorporate standards-based criteria into the evaluation format

A Message from School Board President, Carol McDermott

Maintain and incorporate relevant technology to meet district standards and goals •Incorporate relevant technology across the curriculum •Maintain a sound technology plan and infrastructure

Develop and implement an ongoing facilities plan •Determine short-term and long-term facilities needs •Communicate with the public concerning facilities needs, costs and funding sources •Conduct annual reviews of the plan •Continue to improve and maintain existing facilities

July 26, 2009

September 22, 2009 October 13, 2009

Mark Corey Board Member

October 27, 2009 November 10, 2009 December 8, 2009

Ed Ulibarri Board Member

State of the District • 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Cimarron Creek Golf Course 901 6530 Rd., Montrose Central Office • 7:00 pm 930 Colorado Ave., Montrose

Johnson Elementary School • 7:00 pm 13820 6700 Rd, Montrose Central Office • 7:00 pm 930 Colorado Ave., Montrose

Montrose High School • 7:00 pm 600 S. Selig Ave., Montrose Central Office • 7:00 pm 930 Colorado Ave., Montrose Central Office • 7:00 pm 930 Colorado Ave., Montrose

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School District Sites Early Childhood Office.............249-5858 (Preschool & Head Start) Montrose Center...................249-2548 Olathe Center .......................323-6575 Cathy Quade- Crane, Director Cottonwood Elementary….......249-2539 3500 Woodgate Rd. Dr. Russell Tomlin, Principal Johnson Elementary .................249-2584 13820 6700 Road Laura Burris, Principal Scott Cassidy, Assistant Principal Northside Elementary...............249-2554 528 No. Uncompahgre Cara Godbe, Principal Oak Grove Elementary.............249-6867 62100 Highway 90 Laurie Pascoe, Principal Olathe Elementary ....................252-7940 211 No. Roberts St. Joe Brummitt, Principal Pomona Elementary .................249-2514 Don Davidson, Principal

1045 South Cascade Centennial Middle School ...….249-2576 1100 South 5th St. Nancy Alex, Principal Joseph Simo, Ass’t Principal Columbine Middle School ........249-2581 600 So. 12th St. Ben Stephenson, Principal Dave Woodruff, Ass't. Principal Montrose High School ..............249-6636 Attendance ...........................240-6421 Guidance Office ...................249-2429 600 So. Selig Ave. James Barnhill, Principal Kathy Lemon, Assistant Principal Lyle Wright, Ass’t Principal/Act. Dir. Olathe Middle/High School .....252-7950 410 Highway 50 Business Loop Scot Brown, Principal Robert Lee, Assistant Principal Vista Charter School ................249-4470 932 North Park, Suite A Coni Wilson, Principal

Adult Basic Education

Cottonwood Elementary School – 249-2539 Returning students call leave message - August 3th-7th New Students come in August 10 or 11 • 8:00-4:00 Johnson Elementary School – 249-2584 Returning students call leave message - August 3rd-7th New Students come in August 10 or 11 • 8:00-4:00 Northside Elementary School – 249-2554 Returning students call leave message - August 3rd-7th New Students come in August 10 or 11 • 8:00-4:00 Oak Grove Elementary School – 249-6867 Returning students call leave message - August 3rd-7th New Students come in August 10 or 11 • 8:00-4:00 Olathe Elementary School – 252-7940 Returning students call leave message - August 3rd-7th New Students come in August 10 or 11 • 8:00-4:00 Pomona Elementary School – 249-2514 Returning students call leave message - August 3rd-7th New Students come in August 10 or 11 • 8:00-4:00

Montrose County School District Re-1J has a communication tool for parents. Parent Portal offers direct communication between teachers and parents—which research shows increases student learning, and success. This secure, web based application will provide parents with timely information on their student’s: • grades • attendance • assignments • missing or incomplete work • lunch money balance • assessment results • immunization records • other important information

To find out how you can get connected to the Parent Portal, please stop by your child’s school’s office for your unique ID number, then access the Parent Portal through our web www.mcsd.org

- It’s Back to School Time for Parents, Too!

The Adult Basic Education Program offers classes to help adults without a high-school diploma improve their reading, writing, and math skills or to prepare for the GED Test. Classes are offered on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8:30-11:30 am and Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm. Montrose classes are held at the Administrative Annex located north of the school bus barn off Apollo Road. Classes are also offered in Olathe on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm at Olathe Middle/High School. Registration begins Wednesday, September 2 during regular class times although students may enroll anytime throughout the year. GED Tests are administered once a month. The next available test will be offered

Registration Dates

Parent Portal

September 24 & 25.Adult English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are held at the Administrative Annex on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:30 -10:30 for intermediates and 10:30-12:30 for beginners. Evening classes for all levels are offered from 7:00-9:00 pm at Centennial Middle School. ESL classes are also scheduled in Olathe on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm at Olathe Middle/High School. ESL students must register for the fall session during regular class times on Thursday, September 3 for Montrose classes or Wednesday, September 2 in Olathe. Please call the Adult Education office at 249-2028 for more information.

Columbine Middle School – 252-7950 6th Grade Aug 10 – (11:30 am – 6:00 pm) 7th Grade Aug 11 – (11:30 am – 6:00 pm) 8th Grade Aug 12 – (11:30 am – 6:00 pm) Open Registration Aug 13-14 - (8:30-3:30 pm) Centennial Middle School – 249-2576 6th Grade (New and Returning) Aug 11 - (11:30 - 6:00 pm) in the cafeteria 7th Grade (New and Returning Aug 12 - (11:30 - 6:00 pm) in the cafeteria 8th Grade (New and Returning) Aug 13 - (11:30 - 6:00 pm) in the cafeteria

Olathe Middle School – 252-7950 8th grade Aug 11 • 9:00 – 12:00 and 1:30 – 3:00 7th grade Aug 12 • 9:00 – 12:00 and 1:30 – 3:00 6th grade Aug 13 • 9:00 – 12:00 and 1:30 – 3:00 New Students August 14 • 9:00 – 12:00 and 1:30 – 3:00

Olathe High School – 252-7950 Seniors August 11 • 9:00 - 12:00 New Students 1:30 - 3:00 Juniors August 12 • 9:00 - 12:00 New Students 1:30 - 3:00 Sophomore August 13 • 9:00 - 12:00 New Students 1:30 - 3:00 Freshman August 14 • 9:00 - 12:00 New Students 1:30 - 3:00 Montrose High School – 249-6636 Seniors August 10 • Noon - 6:00 pm Juniors August 11 • Noon - 6:00 pm Sophomores August 13 • Noon - 6:00 pm Freshman August 14 • 10:00 - 6:00 pm Freshman Orientation August 18 • 8:00 - Noon New students to the district need to call the MHS guidance office starting August 7, to set an appt., 249-2429.

Back to School Nights

Cottonwood Elementary Tues, Aug18 • 6-7 pm Johnson Elementary Fri, Aug 14 • 6 pm Northside Elentary Thurs, Sept10 • 5:30 pm Oak Grove Elementary Thurs, Aug27 • 5:30-7 pm Pomona Elementary Mon, Aug17 • 6-7:30 pm Olathe Elementary Thurs, Aug 27 • 6:30 pm Columbine Middle Tues, Sept 1, • 5:30-7 pm Centennial Middle Thurs, Sept 3 • 6 pm Olathe Middle Thurs, Aug 27 • 5:30 pm Montrose High Thur, Aug27 • 7pm, in the cafeteria

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Directory of Services

Providing clear and accurate information about the district is a primary district goal. Clear and accurate information helps parents understand the district and encourages involvement in their child’s education. Knowing who to contact when issues arise is a critical aspect of providing quality educational services and good communication. If issues, questions or concerns arise, please let the appropriate people help you with a solution or provide answers to any questions. Use these resources below, or call the Communications Office at 252-7901 and you will be directed to the appropriate contact.

21st Century After-School Learning Programs – 249-2405 Assessments – 252-7927 Board of Education – 252-7902 Boundary Lines/Enrollment Information – 249-7726 Business Office – 249-7726 Busing - 249-8233 Communications – 252-7901 Curriculum – 252-7923 Early Childhood Centers - 249-5858 English as a Second Language – 252-7938 Facilities & Maintenance – 249-2653 Federal Programs – 252-7919 GED & Adult Basic Education – 249-2028 Gifted & Talented – 249-2405 Health – School Nurse – 249-2405 Human Resource – 249-7726 Lunch Program – 252-7918 Special Education – 249-2405 Superintendent – 252-7902

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July 26, 2009

Student Health Services ATTENTION PARENTS

T-dap (Tetnus-diptheria-Pertussis, or whooping cough) booster is a required immunization for students entering the 6th and 10th grades. The Montrose County Health Department will be at the following schools (Centennial Middle School, Columbine Middle School, Montrose High School and Olathe Middle & High School) on 6th and 10th grade registration days to provide the T-dap booster shot for those students in need of the vaccine. The cost is $14.50 and students MUST have a signed permission form with them. Please call 252-5000 if you would prefer to make an appointment to take your student to Health and Human Services to receive this immunization. Permission forms are available on line at www.montrosecounty.net/healthandhumanservices A full listing of required vaccinations for school-aged children can be viewed at: http://www.cdphe.state.co.us/dc/Immunization/adolescentschedule.pdf This information will also be available at registration-be sure to bring your students’ immunization record so our Health Technician staff can assist you in reviewing that record and advise you of any immunizations your child may need.

Why Immunize? Why immunize our children? Sometimes we are confused by the messages in the media. First we are assured that, thanks to vaccines, some diseases are almost gone from the U.S. But we are also warned to immunize our children, ourselves as adults, and the elderly. Diseases are becoming rare due to vaccinations. It's true, some diseases (like polio and diphtheria) are becoming very rare in the U.S. Of course, they are becoming rare largely because we have been vaccinating against them. But it is still reasonable to ask whether it's really worthwhile to keep vaccinating. It's much like bailing out a boat with a slow leak. When we started bailing, the boat was filled with water. But we have been bailing fast and hard, and now it is almost dry. But the leak hasn't stopped. Before long we'd notice a little water seeping in, and soon it might be back up to the same level as when we started. Keep immunizing until disease is eliminated. What if we stopped vaccinating? So what would happen if we stopped vaccinating here? Diseases that are almost unknown would stage a comeback. Before long we would see epidemics of diseases that are nearly under control today. More children would get sick and more would die. We vaccinate to protect our future. We don't vaccinate just to protect our children. We also vaccinate to protect our grandchildren and their grandchildren. With one disease, smallpox, we "stopped the leak" in the boat by eradicating the disease. Our children don't have to get smallpox shots any more because the disease no longer exists. If we keep vaccinating now, parents in the future may be able to trust that diseases like polio and meningitis won't infect, cripple, or kill children. Vaccinations are one of the best ways to put an end to the serious effects of certain diseases.

Want to get out of the house and meet other moms? M.O.P.S. (Mothers of Preschoolers) is the place for you! If you're a mom with a child age 0-5, come join us at: First Presbyterian Church, 1840 E. Niagara Rd. We meet the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of every month, starting September 8th. Your first meeting is free & childcare is provided. Call Sarah Nichols (240-4287) for more information.

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Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Recommendations – H1N1

• School dismissal is not advised for a suspected or confirmed case of novel influenza A (H1N1) and, in general, is not advised unless there is a magnitude of faculty or student absenteeism that interferes with the school’s ability to function. • Students, faculty or staff with influenza-like illness (fever with a cough or sore throat) should stay home and not attend school or go into the community except to seek medical care for at least 7 days even if symptoms resolve sooner. • Students, faculty and staff who are still sick 7 days after they become ill should continue to stay home from school until at least 24 hours after symptoms have resolved. • Students, faculty and staff who appear to have an influenza-like illness at arrival or become ill during the day should be isolated promptly in a room separate from other students and sent home. • Aspirin or aspirin-containing products should not be administered to any confirmed or suspected ill case of novel H1N1 influenza virus infection aged 18 years old and younger due to the risk of Reye syndrome. Refer to pediatric medical management for guidance regarding use of any medications, especially those containing aspirin. (www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/clinicians/) • Parents and guardians should monitor their school-aged children, and faculty and staff should self-monitor every morning for symptoms of influenza-like illness. • Ill students should not attend alternative child care or congregate in other neighborhood and community settings outside of school. • School administrators will communicate regularly with local public health officials to obtain guidance about reporting of influenza-like illnesses in the school • Schools can help serve as a focus for educational activities aimed at promoting ways to reduce the spread of influenza, including hand hygiene and cough etiquette. If you have other questions or concerns, please contact your health care provider.

Athletic imPACT Test

Dear Parent/Guardian, We would like to tell you about a new student health program our school is offering to your student athlete. We understand the competitive nature of sports, but we always hold the athlete’s health and safety as our top priority. Therefore, this coming year, MHS will be utilizing an innovative concussion management program called ImPACT, (Immediate Post Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing). To take advantage of this opportunity, student athletes can take a baseline assessment on a computer that has Internet access. This non-invasive assessment tracks neurocognitive information such as memory, reaction time, brain processing speed, and concentration. The assessment takes about 25-30 minutes to complete. Your student athlete’s coach will have more information on this program. Founded by the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s Sports Concussion Program, this program is used by professional athletic teams across the country, including the NFL, US Soccer and is mandated by the NHL, as well as countless colleges and high schools. Additional information can be found at www.impacttest.com. If the athlete is believed to have suffered a concussion during competition, the exam is taken again and the data is compared to the baseline test. This information is then used as a tool to assist the athletic training staff and treating physicians in determining the extent of the injury, monitoring recovery, and in making safe return to play decisions. Of course, if an injury of this nature occurs, we will be in contact with you. Thank you and please consider participating in this testing, Lyle Wright Also, please note that comments about activities/athletics will be received this year on line by going to the School District Web site (mcsd.org), clicking on our schools, clicking on Montrose High School, and then clicking on “coaches’ evaluation”. These comments are totally anonymous unless you type your name at the end of the comment section.

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For use of the Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing (ImPACT) I give permission for my son/daughter to participate in the ImPACT Concussion Management Program. Printed Name of Athlete______________________________________ Sport________________

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Free & Reduced Price Meals

Children need healthy meals to learn. Montrose County School District RE-1J offers healthy meals every school day. Breakfast cost $1.50 elementary and $1.60 secondary; lunch cost $2.00 elementary and $2.25 secondary. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced price meals. Milk cost is $.50 for all students (including free, reduced, or paid). Students approved for reduced price meals will receive BREAKFAST at NO charge. Students approved for reduced price meals in grades preschool, kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd will receive LUNCH AT NO CHARGE FOR THE 2009-2010 school year. Students approved for reduced price meals in grades 3-12 will be charged $.40 for lunch. Students are encouraged to eat BOTH BREAKFAST and LUNCH. Breakfast is served at all Montrose County School District Schools. Complete one Free and Reduced Price School Meals Application for all students in your household. We cannot approve an application that is not complete, so be sure to fill out all required information. Return the completed application to: Montrose School District Nutrition Services, P.O. Box 10,000 Montrose, Colorado 81402-9701 or to the Nutrition Services Office located at 930 Colorado Ave., Montrose, Colorado or to the secretary of your school who will then forward the application to Nutrition Services.

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Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced price meals. Milk cost is $.50 for all students (including free, reduced, or paid). Students approved for reduced price meals will receive BREAKFAST at NO charge. Students approved for reduced price meals in grades preschool, kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd will receive LUNCH AT NO CHARGE FOR THE 2009-2010 school year. Students approved for reduced price meals in grades 3-12 will be charged $.40 for lunch. Students are encouraged to eat BOTH BREAKFAST and LUNCH. Breakfast is served at all Montrose County School District Schools. For wuestions contact Nutrition Services,, Vicki Garcia, 252-7918, or Kathy DelTonto, 252-7912.

Who can get free or reduced price meals? Children in households receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly the Food Stamp Program) and most foster children can get free meals regardless of your income. Also, your children can get free or reduced price meals if your household income is within the limits on the Federal Income Chart. Will the information I give be checked? Yes, we may ask you to send written proof of the information you give. Can homeless, runaway, and migrant children get free meals? Please call [school, homeless liaison or migrant coordinator] to see if your child(ren) qualify, if you have not been informed that they will get free meals. Who can get reduced price meals? Your children can get low cost meals if your household income is within the reduced price limits on the Federal Income Chart. If I don’t qualify now, may I apply again later? Yes. You may apply at any time during the school year if your household size goes up, income goes down, or if you start receiving SNAP. If you lose your job, your children may be able to get free or reduced price meals during the time you are unemployed. What if I disagree with the school’s decision about my application? You should talk to school officials. You also may ask for a hearing by calling or writing to: Karin Slater, Chief Financial Officer, P.O. Box 10,000, Montrose, Colorado 81401-9701, 252-7921. May I apply if someone in my household is not a U.S. citizen? Yes. You or your child(ren) do not have to be a U.S. citizen to qualify for free or reduced price meals. Whom should I include as members of my household? You must include all people living in your household, related or not (such as grandparents, other relatives, or friends). You must include yourself and all children who live with you. What if my income is not always the same? List the amount that you normally get. For example, if you normally get $1000 each month, but you missed some work last month and only got $900, put down that you get $1000 per month. We are in the military; do we include our housing allowance as income? If your housing is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative, do not include your housing allowance as income. All other allowances must be included in your gross income. I get WIC. Can my child(ren) get free meals? Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for free or reduced price meals. Please fill out an application.

Full Price Student Breakfast: Elementary $1.50 Secondary $1.60 Full Price Student Lunch: Elementary $2.00 Secondary $2.25

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Income Chart Household Size Annual Monthly 1 $20,036 $1,670 2 $26,955 $2,247 3 $33,874 $2,823 4 $40,793 $3,400 5 $47,712 $3,976 6 $54,631 $4,553 7 $61,550 $5,130 8 $68,469 $5,706 For each additional member add…. + 6,919 + 577 + 134

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DEVRIES’ Fresh Fruit & Veggies 970-323-6559

Buffalo Ranch

8688 60.25 Rd., Olathe, CO 81425

North Hwy. 50 between mile markers 85 & 86

OPEN EVERYDAY! (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)

Also at Montrose Farmers Market Saturdays & Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Family owned and operated! Established in 1943. Now in our 66th year! Offering the largest variety and selection of fresh fruits and veggies in the area. (We also have all-natural buffalo meat and by products year round.)

H Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch opening in September. (Plan (Plan ahead ahead -- group group rates rates available. available. For For reservations reservations 323-5116.) 323-5116.)

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Exceptional Student Services Northside Child Health Center

Web: http://www.mcsd.org/schools/ess/studentservices.htm The Exceptional Student Services department houses all of the support personnel for Montrose County School District’s Special Education, Quest/Gifted & Talented Program, Child Find, and Health Services Departments. Special Education is a program designed for students whose mental or physical ability, or emotional functioning requires special teaching approaches, equipment, or care within or outside a regular classroom. The Special Education instruction involves techniques, exercises, and subject matter designed for students whose learning needs cannot be met by a standard curriculum. Special Education may provide students with services such as speech therapy, physical or occupational therapy, adaptive P.E., and counseling. Vision and hearing specialists as well as an audiologist are part of the Special Education team. Special transportation is also provided for those students who need it. If you feel your child needs assessed for Special Education, please contact the psychologist at your child’s school. Quest is an acronym for Questioning, Understanding, Examining, Solving and Thinking. The QUEST Gifted and Talented program in the Montrose County School District has three full-time facilitators. The facilitators are all certified teachers who specialize in teaching and working with students of high ability and achievement, and classroom differentiation. The facilitators work in the six elementary schools and three middle schools. Students who are formally identified into the program are provided services on a weekly basis at the elementary school level. Elementary facilitators push and challenge kids in their identified strength areas and provide weekly enrichment projects. Students are screened for advanced classes in their strength area at the middle school level. If you ever have any questions regarding your child’s assessment process or activities in the program, please do not hesitate to speak with the facilitator at your school or call the QUEST office at 240-6442. Another communication tool is email: quest@mcsd.k12.co.us Child Find is a community effort to assure that children with special needs are identified, evaluated, and appropriately served. If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s development, a free development screening can be done by the Montrose County School District’s Child Find Team. Developmenal screenings are for children ages birth to five and cover: gross and fine motor skills, readiness and social skills, speech and language skills, and vision and hearing. Written parent or guardian permission is required and year around screenings are available. For more information call the Child Find Coordinator- Amber Casias, 249-2405 ext 5643. Health Services The School Health Services Department includes a staff of school-based Health Technicians and one Registered Nurse. The Health Technician works under the direction of the building principal and the district Registered Nurse.

240-6438 • 528 N. Uncompahgre (on the campus of Northside Elementary)

We are accepting new patients ages two to eighteen. We provide many services to meet your child’s or teen’s health care needs, these services include but are not limited to: • Well-child exams • Sick visits • Chronic care management • On site Lab testing • Individual & Family Mental Health services

• Health Education • Enrollment assistance for Medicaid and CHP+ plans • Referrals as needed • Car seat installation

All services can be provided in English or Spanish. We bill Medicaid and CHP+ and we have a sliding fee scale. Our staff: Pennie Cordova – Receptionist Patricia Edstrom – Family Outreach Emily Bowman - Mental Health Therapist Jennifer Danielson – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Meg Tomcho, MD – Physician Consultant

We look forward to serving your family; we can be reached at 240-6438, 528 N. Uncompahgre, Montrose. Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri – 8am to 4pm and Thursday – 10:30am to 6:30pm.

School District Budget

This year we are budgeting revenues to take into account zero growth in student enrollment. The last four fiscal years have shown sufficient growth to impact our revenues and associated expenditures. However, for the current 2009-2010 fiscal year, the district is expecting zero growth due to the economic conditions of the area, state, and nation as a whole. The building industry is showing a declining market supported by the reduction in building permits at both the city and county level. In addition, due to the unstable economy, the state is requiring the District to budget a Fiscal Emergency Reserve in the amount of $872,837. The determination of release or return of the Reserve will be determined by the state January 29, 2010. The American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) is also expected to have an impact on the District. Currently, Colorado Department of Education is showing the amounts expected to be received at $791,589 for Title IA with 50% of this being available for the 2009-2010 fiscal year. In addition, the allocation for Title II D is expected to be $28,100. IDEA Part B allocation is expected to be $1,147,569 and IDEA Preschool at $43,934.

Both IDEA programs also have a 50% allocation of these funds for the 2009-2010 fiscal year. As always with Federal monies, expenditures of these funds must meet federal regulations and be closely monitored. Therefore, this influx of federal monies may not help the general fund. Construction in the school district to provide space for new students and upgrade existing facilities is projected to continue for the next two to three years. These purchases are contained in our building fund of approximately $1 million. These dollars are the result of savings during the bond/sales tax projects, the collection of Fees in Lieu, state construction grants, and a federal QZAB interest free loan. We continue to work on the deferred maintenance issues consisting primarily of roofing projects. We will continue to apply for state capital construction grants. The 2009-2010 budget, as in previous years, continues to be a long term strategy of well spent tax dollars towards learning, instruction and our children’s success. This can be done with the additional resources we already have in our supportive community, and our professional and committed teaching and support staff.

Fri., Aug. 21 4 - 7 pm Sat., Aug. 22 10 am -4 pm Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Clogging, Motion, Hip Hop Style Lyrical and Ballroom Ages 2 to Adult View the Fall schedule at:

MontroseTimeToDance.com 1912 S. Townsend next to Big O Tire, behind CB Liquor

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Entering Our 29th year of Service

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Grades K-12

Experienced & Well-qualified teachers

Full Day • 5 Day Week • NEW! 4 yr. old Kindergarten

* * Fully-stocked Library Parents have * the opportunity Low StudentTeacher Ratio

to be involved day-to-day

We uphold, teach & encourage Christian family values

Regular extracurricular classes in music, physical education & technology

A Ministry of Trinity Reformed Presbyterian Church 2705 Sunnyside Road • 249-1094 • cwcschoolsun@qwest.net www.coloradowestchristianschool.org CWCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national or ethnic origin.

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Healthy choices can bring healthy futures Of all the education you provide to your children, perhaps the most important lessons you can teach them pertain to the the truth about drugs and alcohol. Many parents may believe their children are raised in "good homes" and do not need to worry about substance abuse. However, according to scientific surveys conducted within the Montrose County Re-1J School District in 2009, 57 percent of students enrolled in sixth grade and higher have consumed alcohol. Of those same students surveyed, 31 percent have tried smoking cigarettes and 28 percent have tried marijuana. Substance abuse is real across the board and does not recognize ethnic nor economic lines. The Montrose Underage Drinking / Drug Task Force (UDDTF) is at the helm of

tracking these substance abuse trends and trying to counter their toll on our communities. "We are working diligently to help educate parents so they take accurate information home to their children," Kristine Bagnara, program director of the UDDTF, said. "We don't want to use scare tactics or bring doom to the doorstep. What we are trying to effectively do is provide parents the information to feel comfortable to talk to their own children. We facilitate honest, healthy conversations to move us all forward." The UDDTF was formed locally in 2003 and is funded by state and federal grants. The group is comprised of a variety of volunteers from the education, human services, law enforcement and court sectors throughout Montrose and Olathe. The costs of underage

Educational Services Building in One Location 903 Colorado Ave. • SEE MAP ( just north of the bus barn)

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A bit of good news — due to prudent budgeting on the bond projects, the careful use of fees in lieu collected, state construction grants, interest free QZAB, and a $432,000 Department of Local Affairs Energy and Impact grant we have been able to consolidate services for our students, staff and community. The centralized location is on Colorado Avenue, just north of the bus barn. Prior to 2000, our district had six different sites, spread across a wide section of our community, for educational specialists and programs. Accessing these fragmented services by our parents and community members was inefficient and at times difficult. Utilities and maintenance costs for these sites were high. Meeting spaces were rarely available. By developing long-range planning, and conservative fiscal management of capital reserve funds, our District has provided, in a central location, expanded, modern and efficient space for our: • Adaptive physical education • Assessment coordinator • Assistant Superintendent Curriculum & Instruction • Assistant Superintendent Human Resources • Audiologists • Board Room • Bus barn • Business Office • Child Find coordinator • Communication & Special Projects • Deaf interpreters • Director of Instructional Services • District IT services • English as a second language • Gifted and talented Apollo R d • Maintenance • Mental health case managers Baldridge Park • Nutritional services department • Psychologists • Purchasing •School nursing • Special education • Speech and language pathologists • Superintendent’s Office • Warehouse

drinking are estimated to cost this nation nearly $53 billion each year and the continuing effects on children can last for years if not whole lifetimes, Bagnara said. "Some parents are not comfortable talking about these issues with their children," she said. "Some parents are working so hard just to make ends meet to put food on the table that they don't have the time to sit down and have a real conversation. So we are trying new avenues to bring information to adults and try to ease the job of tackling tough issues like substance abuse." One of these tactics include the launch of a new web site at www.healthyfamilymontrose.com. The site contains substance abuse statistics on how Montrose and Olathe students measure up to the rest of the nation as well as current resources, and links to other relevant web sites for both parents and teens. UDDTF also has a Facebook page which includes a calendar of upcoming local healthy events for families, discussion boards and additional sources for information. "Not everyone has time to sit through

meetings and get all the latest info," Bagnara said. "We are working to pool as much useful information and tools as possible. Then we are putting all the data on the web so parents can access information when they have time. Maybe it's when they get off work at 6 in the morning or in the middle of the day during a break. Regardless, we want them to have access. We also provide a lot of information parents can pass on to teens so youth can discuss the issues with accurate facts." She said perhaps the most important message her group is trying to get across to the entire community is that with some work we can enable our youth to make healthy decisions which later will equate to a healthy future. "Overall wellness - that is what we are striving for," said Bagnara. "We don't want to scare our children straight. We want them to understand the real ramifications of substance abuse. Then we empower them with critical thinking skills which translates across all their choices. We want well-adjusted children who can make a difference."

Where to find more information about local substance abuse at: www.healthyfamilymontrose.com Call the UDDTF at (970) 249-2436, ext. 13 Email the UDDTF at: staff@healthyfamilymontrose.com Search for the Montrose Underage Drinking / Drug Task Force on Facebook

Northside Elementary Supply List Northside Elementary...............249-2554 528 No. Uncompahgre

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Olathe Elementary Supply List Olathe Elementary ....................252-7940 211 No. Roberts St.

RMIA School Supply List Middle School and High School 6 three-ring binders (one for each subject) Loose paper Pencils (Mechanical okay) 2 each of black, blue and red pens Erasers

Cottonwood Elementary Supply List Cottonwood Elementaryâ&#x20AC;Ś.......249-2539 3500 Woodgate Rd.

6 Composition notebooks 1/4" graph paper for math Scientific calculator

High School Languages Spanish Dictionary Colored pencils Other languages Dictionary

Middle School Colored pencils Glue sticks Scissors Ruler Protractor High-lighters Compass

Latin 1, 2, and 3 Index cards Steno pad (Three ring binder)

Senior Seminar 3 ring binder with 6 dividers Locker shelves are recommended.

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Johnson Elementary Supply List Johnson Elementary .................249-2584 13820 6700 Road

Pomona Elementary Supply List Pomona Elementary .................249-2514 1045 South Cascade

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Columbine Middle School Supply List Centennial Middle School Supply List Columbine Middle School ........249-2581 600 So. 12th St.

Hair Designs

Lori Webb - Owner/Stylist Patty Cooper - Stylist

Judy Nelson - Stylist Diane Nelson - Stylist

Centennial Middle School….249-2576 1100 South 5th St.

Growing God’s Way Preschool Classes

Pre-K Class

MWF class - 9-11:30am TTH class - 9-11:30am

TWTH class - 12:30-3:30pm

Ages 3-5 • Must be potty-trained • Before & after school hours available COSMETIC STUDIO

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1840 E. Niagara Rd., Montrose, CO phone: 970-249-5152 email: spkids@montrose.net

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Student Dress Code

A safe and disciplined learning environment is essential to a quality educational program. District-wide standards on student attire are intended to help students concentrate on schoolwork, reduce discipline problems, and improve school order and safety. The Board recognizes that students have a right to express themselves through dress and personal appearance; however, students shall not wear apparel that is deemed disruptive or potentially disruptive to the classroom environment or to the maintenance of a safe and orderly school. Any student deemed in violation of the dress code shall be required to change into appropriate clothing or make arrangements to have appropriate clothing brought to school immediately. In this case, there shall be no further penalty. If the student cannot promptly obtain appropriate clothing, on the first offense, the student shall be given a written warning and an administrator shall notify the student’s parents/guardians. On the second offense, the student shall remain in the administrative office for the day and do schoolwork and a conference with parents/guardians shall be held. On the third offense, the student may be subject to suspension or other disciplinary action as outlined in the school discipline code. Unacceptable Items The following items are deemed disruptive to the classroom environment or to the maintenance of a safe and orderly school and are not acceptable in school buildings, on school grounds, or at school activities: 1. Shorts, dresses, skirts or other similar clothing shorter than mid-thigh length 2. Sunglasses and/or hats worn inside the building 3. Inappropriately sheer, tight or low-cut clothing (e.g., midriffs, halter tops, backless clothing, tube tops, garments made of fishnet, mesh or similar material, muscle tops, etc.) that bare or expose traditionally private parts of the body including, but not limited to, the stomach, buttocks, back and breasts 4. Tank tops or other similar clothing with straps narrower than 1.5 inches in width 5. Any clothing, paraphernalia, grooming, jewelry, hair coloring, accessories, or body adornments that are or contain any advertisement, symbols, words, slogans, patches, or pictures that: • refer to drugs, tobacco, alcohol, or weapons; • are of a sexual nature; • by virtue of color, arrangement, trademark, or other attribute denote membership in gangs which advocate drug use, violence, or disruptive behavior; • are obscene, profane, vulgar, lewd, or legally libelous; • threaten the safety or welfare of any person; • promote any activity prohibited by the student code of conduct; and/or • otherwise disrupt the teaching-learning process Exceptions Appropriate athletic clothing may be worn in physical education classes. Clothing normally worn when participating in school-sponsored extracurricular or sports activities (such as cheerleading uniforms and the like) may be worn to school when approved by the sponsor or coach. Building principals, in conjunction with the school accountability committee, may develop and adopt school-specific dress codes that are consistent with this policy.

Keeping our School a Safe Place for Children

The public schools in Montrose and Olathe are committed to keeping our students, staff and visitors safe and secure. Every effort is made to ensure a safe learning experience. Your help is needed. Remember when entering a school facility to report to the main office, sign in and receive a visitor’s pass. It is also important to check out and return your pass at the end of your visit. We also encourage you to remind your child that they should never open a door for anyone without checking with a school staff member first. They should also be instructed to notify a staff member if they see someone in their school without an ID badge or visitor’s pass, or are concerned about a suspicious package or activity. Thank you for helping us keep our children and our staff safe.

School Closure Information

In the unlikely event that weather or other emergency would require that schools be closed: • information will be sent to area radio and television stations by 6 a.m. • our 24 hour Hotline will be updated – that number is 240-6444 • parents who have provided us with an email address will be notified via email • information will be posted to the district Web site at www.mcsd.org Be prepared for winter weather – snow rarely closes school We live in beautiful Colorado, at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Montrose County School District Re-1J RARELY closes school because of snowy weather. School buses are equipped with automatic drop-down chains to navigate snowy roads, and drivers receive extensive training for winter driving conditions. In addition, FirstStudent the company that the school district contracts with to provide bus service, is on the road when it snows to check conditions and to contacts the Colorado Department of Transportation and the Montrose County Road and Bridge Department for road reports. When it snows, please allow more driving time to school and work. Please develop adequate plans with your children in the event of an emergency closing. Colorado weather and outdoor activities

South-central Colorado weather can be fickle with temperatures suddenly dropping by 30 degrees or more with a change in the forecast. That's particularly true in wintertime, when a sunny, comfortable morning with temperatures in the 30s can turn overcast with blowing snow and wind-chill factors in the single digits by afternoon. Each of our schools’ principal will determine whether conditions warrant moving outdoor activities such as P.E., recess, or lunch breaks inside the building. Ensure that your children are prepared for outdoor activities in Colorado weather, particularly in the winter months, when students should wear coats, hats, and gloves to school, regardless of the forecast.

Non-discrimination Statement

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, sex, religion, national background, age, marital status, and handicaps. Respect for the dignity and worth of each individual shall be paramount in the establishment of all policies by the Board and in the application of those policies by the administration. In keeping with these statements, the following shall be objectives of this school district: 1. To promote the rights and responsibilities of all individuals as set forth in the state and federal constitutions, pertinent legislation, regulations, and applicable judicial interpretations. 2. To encourage positive experiences in human values for children and adults who have differing personal and family characteristics or who come from various socio-economic, racial and ethnic groups. 3. To consider carefully, in all decisions made which affect the schools, the potential benefits or adverse consequences that those decisions might have on the human relations aspects of all segments of society. 4. To utilize educational experiences to build each individual's pride in the community in which he lives. 5. To initiate a process of reviewing all policies and practices of this school district in order to achieve to the greatest extent possible the objectives of this policy

Cell Phones and MP3 Players

In order to minimize distractions and provide an optimal learning experience for our students, we do not allow cell phone usage or MP3 players (iPods) during instructional time. Students may use their phones and listen to music before and after school and during their lunch break. Any cell phone or MP3 player that is used during instructional time will be taken from the student and turned in to the office. Parents will be asked to come to school to pick it up. If there is a second occurrence, the device will be held in the office for two weeks before it can be picked up by the parent. We are confident it will result in less disciplinary action and encourage our students to focus on their instruction. Thank you for your support.

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School Bus Routes

July 26, 2009

There are no significant changes in the bus routes for this school year. All routes are scheduled to operate as they did during the last school year. Please be aware of the one-hour earlier release schedule on Wednesdays.

Bus routes are designed to serve the elementary school and middle school in their attendance area. If you wish your student to attend a school outside your attendance area you need to contact the school district administration office located at 126 S. 5th Street and fill out the necessary forms. These forms are required to be filled out each year and approved prior to the student being transported. Forms will be received as soon as possible but not all requests will be acted upon by the start of school. Load counts on some buses will need to be established prior to assigning any additional students. If you have any question concerning bus transportation for the upcoming school year, please call First Student at 249-8233 prior to the beginning of school on August 19th. BUS NO. SCHOOLS ASSIGNED SERVICE AREA #1 Johnson Elementary Cimarron west to Montrose along Hwy 50 Centennial E. Borough; E. LaSalle Montrose High School #2 Johnson Elementary Bostwick Park; Miguel Rd.; E. Miami; Centennial So. San Juan MHS #12 Johnson Sunnyside Rd; 6800 Rd.; E. Oak Grove; Centennial Kia & Natalia Way; So. 12th St.; MHS Junction Ave.; Iron Horse. #13 Johnson Pearl Crest; American Village Centennial MHS #15 Johnson Homestead; Airport Rd. (64.50Rd.) to Centennial Jacaranda Way MHS #16 Johnson Flat Top; Landfill Rd; 66.50 Rd; Centennial E. Locust MHS #29 Johnson 66.00 Rd.; Bear Creek; Cimmaron Creek Centennial MHS #14 Northside Elem. Marine Rd; Heritage Estates Centennial MHS #25 Northside Elem. Cinnamon Ridge; River Meadows; Centennial Lion’s Park MHS #37 Northside Elem. West Main; LaRaza Park; Mustang, Centennial Arabian Lane MHS

#3 #5

#35 #6 #30 #31

#4 #7 #8 #9

Cottonwood Elem. Centennial MHS Cottonwood Elem. Centennial MHS Cottonwood Elem. Centennial MHS Cottonwood Elem. Columbine MHS Cottonwood Elem. Columbine MHS Cottonwood Elem. Columbine MHS Pomona Elem Oak Grove Elem. Columbine MHS Oak Grove Elem. Columbine MHS Oak Grove Elem. Columbine MHS Oak Grove Elem. Columbine MHS

Meadowgate; Solar Hills East; Cirque &Court Way

#10

Oak Grove Elem. Columbine MHS #11 Oak Grove Elem. Columbine MHS #33 Oak Grove Elem. Columbine MHS ALL OLATHE SCHOOLS: #17 East Mesa South

Billy Creek; East side of HWY 550; Uncompahgre Rd.; E. Solar Rd.

Kinikin Rd; Sunshine Rd; Browns Ranch; The Preserves; The Glens; Monte Vista W. Solar Rd; Woodgate; Kellie Dr.; En Canto

Shavanno Valley PM Route – Elementary only

Spring Creek west; Maple Grove; Leather Ridge

Kris Estates; Shavanno Valley PM Route – Columbine/MHS only

Ida; Jig, 6400 Rd to Falcon Rd on the east side of Hwy 50. #18 High Mesa High Mesa west of Olathe and parts of the Coal Creek area. #19 River Road South Coal Creek and the River Road from Menoken; Hillsdale to Olathe. #20 Stone Southwest of Olathe from 5550 Rd south and west, including parts of west Falcon, Feather Ct; Easter; 4-mile corner to Olathe on Hwy 348. #21 Pea Green Cedar Rd; west Amber; Banner; and Begonia. Ash Mesa Covers area north and west of Olathe. #22 #23 East Mesa North Covers everything east and north of Amber, Banner, Carnation and David. #28 Gunnison Road East of Hwy 50 and south from Falcon Rd on Gunnison Rd. to Boot Hill; E. Mesa Rd. SPECIAL EDUCATION BUSES: Montrose: #26; 32; 36; 39; 40 Olathe: #22

Colona; Log Hill; Gov’t Springs Rd.; west side of Hwy 550 Ranger Rd; Cobble Creek

Kent Ave. (Highlands Ranch area) for Pomona only 64.00 Rd.;West Meadows; Bristlecone; Waterfall Canyon; 6000 rd.; Hwy 90

Between Spring Creek & W. Oak Grove; Between 6400 Rd. and Chipeta

South end of Northbrook Villas; Hwy 90

Dave Wood Rd.; Ohlm; Orange; Pearl

FULL- DAY KINDERGARTEN Register for Fall!

• Fun, hands-on learning • Small class size • Licensed teachers • After school care program (until 5:30pm)

Montrose Christian Church 2351 Sunnyside Rd. • Montrose Contact: Tammi Scheetz 970.901.3995 tscheetz@montrose-christian.org

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During the month of August, Alpine Bank will be collecting school supplies for local children in need. Please bring your donation of school supplies to either Montrose Alpine Bank today!

East Montrose

1400 East Main St. (970) 249-0400

Montrose

2770 Alpine Dr. (970) 240-0900