Thunder Valley K-8

Thunder Valley provides each student with diverse learning experiences that focus on curiosity, creativity, and confidence to find their individual strengths and passions.

FOCUS: High-Quality Neighborhood School

PRINCIPAL: Catrina Estrada

ENROLLMENT: 313 Students

CONTACT INFORMATION: 600 5th St., Frederick, CO 80530 | 303-833-2456 | tvk8.svvsd.org

MASCOT: Raptors

Highlights

• Advanced mathematics courses are available at Thunder Valley K-8 and transportation is provided to Frederick High so students can continue in high school level math courses

• Student Council members have the opportunity to participate in all-school leadership; these students plan all-school assemblies and interact with younger students daily during breakfast

• Middle school students can participate in Lead Worthy classes to build their leadership skills and personal growth

• A makerspace and innovation center are located in the library to support inquiry and project-based learning

• Students have access to additional technology and leadership opportunities through Student Council, Robotics, and Yearbook

• Students participate in daily Advisory period, allowing time to plan and prepare for high school and postsecondary opportunities, connect with teachers, and prepare an Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP)

• Mentorship and leadership opportunities are available between middle school students and elementary students

• Thunder Valley offers strong music programs and ensembles in choir, band, and orchestra

• As a Kindergarten through eighth grade school, Thunder Valley ensures a high-quality, seamless educational experience by building strong relationships with students and families

• The Capturing Kids Hearts social-emotional curriculum enhances climate and culture by promoting student connections with positivity and intentional strategies to reduce social anxiety

Athletics for Character, Discipline, and Collegiality

Basketball, Soccer, Track, Volleyball, and Wrestling

Visual and Performing Arts

Music: Concert Band, Jazz Band, Master Choir, Choir, and Orchestra Art: 2D and 3D Art, Drawing, Graphic Art, Painting, Photography, and Sculpture Theater & Dance: Drama, and annual spring musical or play

Co-Curricular Activities

100 Mile Club, Drama, Lead Worthy, Robotics, Soaring Singers, STEM Explorers, Student Council, and Yearbook.

What makes your school community unique across St. Vrain Valley Schools?

I like how our teachers are really fun, and they create engaging activities for us in class. Our teachers are friendly, and students make great connections with them.

-Hazel Mciver Oun, 8th Grade