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July Newsletter

Posted Date: 7/09/25 (4:00 PM)
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Parent Newsletter | July 2025 
Upcoming Events
Aug 1 - Open House 
Aug 4 - First Day of school
August 14 - FFO meeting @ 2
Aug 19 - Curriculum Night @ 5:30
Sept 6 - FFO Familiy Picnic @ 4
 
A Word from the Principal

Greetings, Coyote Families,
I hope you're all enjoying a fun and relaxing summer! As the sun-soaked days pass by, we’re already looking ahead with excitement to the start of the 2025–2026 school year.
To help your family stay informed and connected, I’ll be sending out monthly newsletters throughout the year. These updates will include important dates and deadlines, highlights of new and continuing programs, and answers to common questions. Think of it as your guide for navigating a successful year at Canyon View.
We can’t wait to welcome you back to campus and kick off another amazing year with our Coyote pack!
Until then, stay cool and enjoy the rest of your summer!
Warmly,
Sandy Herfkens
Principal, Canyon View Elementary
 
                                                              The School Day
First day of school for 2024-25: Monday, August 4
Regular School Hours:
Half Day Kinder: 8:00-11:00 a.m.
Kinder Plus – 5th Grade 8:00-3:00 p.m.

Early Release:
Early Release days occur approximately every Monday throughout the school year (beginning
on Monday, Aug. 4)
Half Day Kinder: 8:00 - 10:15
Kinder Plus - 5th - 8:00 -1:30

Half Day Schedule:
Throughout the year, there will be a few half days due to grading days and parent-teacher conferences.
School Hours for Half-Day:
Half Day Kinder: 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Kinder Plus – 5th Grade: 8:00-11:30



                           Canyon View Buddy Program
Canyon View Elementary is excited to continue our annual "Welcome to the Pack" Buddy Program for all new students entering grades 1–5. The purpose of the Buddy Program is to help new students feel connected and confident by pairing them with a returning Canyon View student. These connections help foster friendships and ease the transition before the first day of school in August.
Each year, both new and returning families share how meaningful this experience is and how much it helps their children feel welcomed and supported as they join the Coyote pack.
If you're interested in learning more or would like to connect your child(ren) with a buddy, please click the link below: New Buddy Program 

School Supplies
School supply lists can be found on the Canyon View Website under the "For Families" tab.  If you ordered an Edukit, it should be delivered to your home.  If you purchased your own school supplies from elsewhere, you may drop off the school supplies at the Open House on Friday, August 1st.  Link to suggested school supplies     





Back to School Open House - Friday, August 1. 
We’re excited to welcome you to campus for our Canyon View Open House on Friday, August 1st! This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to visit classrooms, meet teachers, and get ready for the school year.
  • Kindergarten Open House: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Grades 1–5 Open House: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
During Open House, students are encouraged to:
  • Visit their classroom and meet their teacher
  • Drop off school supplies
  • Check bus schedules, which will be posted in the front office window and available online under the Parents Tab on the CFSD website
Additionally, a representative from Community Schools will be available on campus to assist with after-school enrichment registration and answer any questions families may have.
We can’t wait to see you there and kick off another great year at Canyon View!

                                            Teacher Placements
All families can expect to receive an email or Parent Square post from their child's teacher between July 30th and 31st, inviting you and your children to their classroom.  We do not make changes to teacher assignments as class lists have been carefully created to meet the needs of students. 

                                                 Parent Square
We’re excited to continue using ParentSquare as our primary platform for communication, involvement, and collaboration with families. As we head into our second year with ParentSquare, we encourage all families to activate their accounts to get the most out of this easy-to-use tool.
Before school starts, you’ll receive an email with instructions to activate your ParentSquare account. Even if you don’t register, you’ll still receive important notifications via text, email, and phone. However, creating an account is highly recommended—it’s the easiest and most effective way to communicate directly with your child’s teacher, view school updates, sign permission slips, and customize your communication settings.
Once school begins, you’ll receive messages from the front office, classroom teachers, and administration. The Principal’s Newsletter is shared monthly, along with weekly school updates, all through ParentSquare.
Thank you for staying connected—we’re looking forward to another great year of communication and partnership with our Canyon View families!





 

 

Announcements From The District

 June 24, CFSD Boarder Link

Catch up on the highlights from the June 24, 2025, CFSD Governing Board meeting, including:
✅ Approval of revisions to graduation requirements
✅ Adoption of the 2026 Budget
✅ Consideration of revisions to the Use of Technology Resources in Instruction Policy

👏 Help us give a warm welcome to our newest CFSD staff members!
We’re thrilled to welcome new teachers, aides, and other staff members to our community. You can find the full list in this edition of The Boarder.

🗓️ Mark your calendars!
• Special Meeting: July 21 at 8:00 AM – Second reading of the updated Technology Policy
• Regular Meeting: August 12 at 6:30 PM – Featuring Outstanding Achievements and more!