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Our School Vision: We strive to empower our students to pursue their passions and to be kind, ethical people.

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Vacancy of School Board Director  

G16's School Board (Board of Education) has a vacancy. If you are interested in serving your community, please send a letter to the Board of Education with a statement of interest and related qualifications/experience by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026.

The Board of Education will interview prospective candidates on Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Thank you to the Garfield County District No. 16 School Based Family Resource Center for putting together these information sheets about community resources.  This effort was supported by our partners, including LIFT-UP, Garfield County Public Health, Town of Parachute, Aspen Community Foundation, Grand River Health, Headwaters Housing Partners, and community members.  //  Gracias al Centro de Recursos para Familias con Base Escolar No. 16 del Distrito del Condado de Garfield por reunir estas ho

Thank you to the Garfield County District No. 16 School Based Family Resource Center for putting together these information sheets about community resources.

This effort was supported by our partners, including LIFT-UP, Garfield County Public Health, Town of Parachute, Aspen Community Foundation, Grand River Health, Headwaters Housing Partners, and community members.

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Gracias al Centro de Recursos para Familias con Base Escolar No. 16 del Distrito del Condado de Garfield por reunir estas hojas de información sobre los recursos de la comunidad.

Este esfuerzo fue apoyado por nuestros socios, incluidos LIFT-UP, Salud Pública del Condado de Garfield, Town of Parachute, Aspen Community Foundation, Grand River Health y Headwaters Housing Partners.

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Buck Fever Fun Run October 10, 2026. Check in at 7:30am. Race starts at 8:30am. $15 adult, $10 youth, $40 family of 4 (additional $5 per person). Kids 1 mile fun run free. Registration at pbmprd.org or call 970-285-9480. 5K race for athletes, families, bucks, and does.

Join us for the 3rd Annual Buck Fever Fun Run! October 10, 2026.

Register by calling the Grand Valley Recreation Center at 970-285-9480 or login to your Grand Valley Recreation Center account and sign up by following this link https://secure.rec1.com/CO/parachutebattlement-mesa-park-recreation-district/catalog/index, go to "activities" and choose Buck Fever 5K

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¡Acompáñanos en la 3ª edición anual de la carrera recreativa Buck Fever! 10 de octubre de 2026.

Inscríbete llamando al Grand Valley Recreation Center al 970-285-9480 o inicia sesión en tu cuenta del centro recreativo y regístrate a través de este enlace: https://secure.rec1.com/CO/parachutebattlement-mesa-park-recreation-district/catalog/index, ve a "activities" (actividades) y selecciona "Buck Fever 5K"

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Giving tree registration now open. Registration opens October 1st and closes November 1st. Árbol de regalos registro ya abierto. El registro comienza el 1ero de Octubre y cierra el 1ero de Noviembre.

The Grand Valley Givers hope these gifts help make your holiday season a little brighter for families in need of assistance.

Please list all students and their siblings who live in your household. Families may register only once per year.

 

To qualify, you must:

Have at least one student currently attending Garfield County School District 16

Provide a working phone number

Provide your current address

Identification may be requested when gifts are picked up.

 

Please make arrangements for someone to pick up your gifts if you are unable to do so during our regular business hours. We cannot hold gifts or distribute them at a later date.

Please complete and submit this form by November 1, 2026.

‼️NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED‼️

https://forms.gle/hLMyj6KwLMmc97jY6

 

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Asistencia Navideña de Grand Valley Givers

Grand Valley Givers espera que estos regalos ayuden a que su temporada navideña sea un poco más especial para las familias que necesitan asistencia.

Por favor, incluya a todos los estudiantes y sus hermanos que viven en su hogar. Cada familia puede registrarse solamente una vez al año.

 

Para ser elegible, debe:

Tener al menos un estudiante que actualmente asista al Distrito Escolar 16 del Condado de Garfield (Garfield County School District 16)

Proporcionar un número de teléfono que funcione

Proporcionar su dirección actual

Es posible que se solicite una identificación al momento de recoger los regalos.

 

Si no puede recoger sus regalos durante nuestro horario regular de oficina, por favor haga arreglos para que otra persona los recoja. No podemos guardar los regalos ni distribuirlos en una fecha posterior.

Por favor, complete y envíe este formulario antes del 1 de noviembre de 2026.

‼️NO SE ACEPTARÁN REGISTROS DESPUÉS DE LA FECHA‼️

https://forms.gle/hLMyj6KwLMmc97jY6

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2 members of the ladies golf club and 11 school district employees smiling for a picture in front of posters with sponsors at the golf tournament.

Garfield 16's School Based Family Resource Center (SBFRC) would like to thank the Battlement Mesa Ladies Golf Club for hosting another successful Golf for a Cause Tournament. School District staff, community members, and golfers of all skill levels came out to compete for prizes donated by our generous community. 

The SBFRC is fortunate to be chosen as the beneficiary of this tournament. Thank you to the Ladies Golf Club, participants, volunteers, and sponsors for making this a great event! 

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El Centro de Recursos Escolares para Familias (SBFRC) de Garfield 16 quiere agradecer al Club de Golf Femenino Battlement Mesa por organizar otro exitoso Torneo Golf por una Causa. El personal del distrito escolar, miembros de la comunidad y golfistas de todos los niveles acudieron a competir por premios donados por nuestra generosa comunidad.

La SBFRC tiene la suerte de ser elegida como beneficiaria de este torneo. ¡Gracias al Club de Golf Femenino, participantes, voluntarios y patrocinadores por hacer de este evento un gran evento!

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About 11 youth cheerleaders performing during the halftime show.

GVHS Cheerleaders were proud to host the performance of the Youth Cheer Camp. Pee-Wee Cheerleaders learned from GVHS Cheerleaders during the week. The team then performed during the GVHS Football Halftime Show! Way to go current and future cheerleaders!! 

See the G16 Facebook page for more photos. 

Photos by Student Intern Estrella Valdez

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Las animadoras de GVHS se enorgullecían de ser anfitriones de la actuación del Campamento de Animadoras Juveniles. Las animadoras juveniles aprendieron de las animadoras de GVHS durante la semana. Luego, el equipo actuó durante el espectáculo del descanso de fútbol americano de GVHS

Vea el Facebook de Garfield County School District 16 para más fotos.

Fotos de la estudiante en prácticas Estrella Valdez

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Image of the Garfield County School District #16 logo: an outline of a mountain with G16 in red and black.

Vacancy of School Board Director  

G16's School Board (Board of Education) has a vacancy. If you are interested in serving your community, please send a letter to the Board of Education with a statement of interest and related qualifications/experience by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026.

The Board of Education will interview prospective candidates on Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Read More about Resolution to Declare a Vacancy
Image of Bea Underwood Elementary logo: the head of a red cardinal bird

Check out Bea Underwood Elementary's September Family Newsletter.

If you did not receive this newsletter in your email on September 7, 2026, please call 970-285-5703 to update your contact information.

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Consulte el boletín familiar de septiembre del Bea Underwood Elementary.

Si no recibió este boletín en su correo electrónico el 7 de septiembre de 2026, por favor llame al 970-285-5703 para actualizar su información de contacto.

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The SBFRC would like to send a sincere and heartfelt thank you to Battlement Mesa Clark’s Market for their incredibly generous donation to our food pantry. During this difficult time, as our community faces the loss of a local grocery store, your generosity will help keep our food pantry shelves stocked and allow us to continue supporting local families in need. Your donation means so much to our community and will make a difference for many families. Clark’s Market, you will truly be missed. Th

The SBFRC would like to send a sincere and heartfelt thank you to Battlement Mesa Clark’s Market for their incredibly generous donation to our food pantry.

 

During this difficult time, as our community faces the loss of a local grocery store, your generosity will help keep our food pantry shelves stocked and allow us to continue supporting local families in need. Your donation means so much to our community and will make a difference for many families.

 

Clark’s Market, you will truly be missed. Thank you for all you have done for our community and for continuing to support families during this transition. 

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El SBFRC desea expresar su más sincero y profundo agradecimiento a Clark’s Market de Battlement Mesa por su donación increíblemente generosa a nuestro banco de alimentos.

En estos momentos difíciles, mientras nuestra comunidad se enfrenta al cierre de un supermercado local, su generosidad ayudará a mantener abastecidas las estanterías de nuestro banco de alimentos y nos permitirá seguir apoyando a las familias locales que lo necesitan. Su donación significa mucho para nuestra comunidad y marcará la diferencia para muchas familias.

Clark’s Market, realmente los extrañaremos. Gracias por todo lo que han hecho por nuestra comunidad y por seguir apoyando a las familias durante esta transición.

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Golf for the Cause. Battlement Mesa Golf Club Scramble. Sign up as a team or individual. Saturday, September 19, 2026 9:30am. $115 per golfer (includes golf fee, cart, range balls, lunch and donation). $45 Battlement Mesa Golf Club Gold and Silver Members (includes lunch and donation). Sign up forms can be dropped off at the pro shop by September 8, 2026. Cash and checks payable to BMLGC. No credit cards please. Sponsored by the Battlement Mesa Ladies Golf Club to support the Resource Center.

The Battlement Mesa Ladies Golf Club is hosting their annual Golf for the Cause Tournament September 19, 2026 at 9:30am. 

The tournament benefits the School-Based Family Resource Center in our mission to help students and families in our community. 

Sign up as a team or individual by September 8, 2026, or sign up as a sponsor! 

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Meet and greet  start of a circle of parent group. Come meet other parents, share ideas, ask questions, and help shape a group that supports, empowers, and connects us all. September 16 from 1pm-2:30pm at 251 N Parachute Ave

💙 Let’s build our village together! 💙

Join Breanna for a Meet & Greet as we kick off a new Circle of Parents group in our community! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

Come meet other parents, share ideas, ask questions, and help shape a group that supports, empowers, and connects us all.

📅 *September 16th*

⏰ *1:00–2:30 PM*

📍 *251 Parachute Ave, Parachute, CO*

We’d love to see you there! 💕

📞 Questions? Call or text *970-309-1815*

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💙 ¡Construyamos nuestra comunidad juntos!💙

Únete con Breanna para un Encuentro para Padres mientras damos inicio a un nuevo grupo Círculo de Padres en nuestra comunidad. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

Ven a conocer a otros padres, compartir ideas, hacer preguntas y ayudarnos a crear un grupo que nos apoye, nos fortalezca y nos conecte.

📅 *16 de septiembre*

⏰ *1:00–2:30 PM*

📍 *251 Parachute Ave, Parachute, CO*

¡Nos encantaría verte allí! 💕

📞 ¿Tienes preguntas? Llama o envía un mensaje de texto al *970-309-1815*

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3 elementary school administrators and 1 car dealership representatives with teacher kits.

Thank you to Sonic Automotive, Land Rover Roaring Fork, Audi/Volkswagon Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction Volkswagon and Grand Junction Subaru for their generous donation of teacher kits for our elementary school teachers! 

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¡Gracias a Sonic Automotive, Land Rover Roaring Fork, Audi/Volkswagon Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction Volkswagon y Grand Junction Subaru por su generosa donación de kits para profesores de primaria!

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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN‼️ https://forms.gle/KEw76J1fxNEW! SBFRC Diaper & Pull-Ups Assistance Program . The School-Based Family Resource Center (SBFRC) is excited to offer diaper and pull-up assistance to families in the Garfield 16 School District! Eligible families may request up to 37 diapers or pull-ups per child, per month, based on availability and size.  Sign-ups will be available during the 1st week of each month through our F

‼️REGISTRATION NOW OPEN‼️

https://forms.gle/KEw76J1fxbnzjpFv6

Registration will close on Wednesday at 9am

🧷💙 NEW! SBFRC Diaper & Pull-Ups Assistance Program 💙🧷

The School-Based Family Resource Center (SBFRC) is excited to offer diaper and pull-up assistance to families in the Garfield 16 School District!

Eligible families may request up to 37 diapers or pull-ups per child, per month, based on availability and size.

📅 Sign-ups will be available during the 1st week of each month through our Facebook page, while donated supplies last.

🔗 The sign-up request form will launch next week! Stay tuned to our Facebook page for the link and additional information.

This program is made possible through the generosity of our amazing community donors. 💙 Thank you for helping us support local families!

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‼️REGISTRACIÓN ABIERTA AHORA‼️

https://forms.gle/KEw76J1fxbnzjpFv6

La registración se cerrará el Miércoles a las 9am

🧷💙 ¡NUEVO! Programa de Asistencia de Pañales y Pull-Ups de SBFRC 💙🧷

El Centro de Recursos Familiares Basado en las Escuelas (SBFRC) se complace en ofrecer asistencia con pañales y pull-ups a las familias del Distrito Escolar Garfield 16.

Las familias elegibles pueden solicitar hasta 37 pañales o pull-ups por niño, por mes, según la disponibilidad y la talla.

📅 Las inscripciones estarán disponibles durante la primera semana de cada mes a través de nuestra página de Facebook, mientras haya suministros disponibles.

🔗 ¡El formulario de solicitud estará disponible la próxima semana! Estén atentos a nuestra página de Facebook para obtener el enlace y más información.

Este programa es posible gracias a la generosidad de nuestra maravillosa comunidad y de quienes donan para apoyar a las familias locales. 💙 ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a apoyar a nuestras familias!

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Golf for the Cause. Battlement Mesa Golf Club Scramble. Sign up as a team or individual. Saturday, September 19, 2026 9:30am. $115 per golfer (includes golf fee, cart, range balls, lunch and donation). $45 Battlement Mesa Golf Club Gold and Silver Members (includes lunch and donation). Sign up forms can be dropped off at the pro shop by September 8, 2026. Cash and checks payable to BMLGC. No credit cards please. Sponsored by the Battlement Mesa Ladies Golf Club to support the Resource Center.

The Battlement Mesa Ladies Golf Club is hosting their annual Golf for the Cause Tournament September 19, 2026 at 9:30am. 

The tournament benefits the School-Based Family Resource Center in our mission to help students and families in our community. 

Sign up as a team or individual by September 8, 2026, or sign up as a sponsor! 

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Inglés como segundo idioma. Aprende inglés en un ambiente amigable. Abierto para todos los niveles. Costo $70 Ubicación: 251 N Parachute Ave Parachute CO 81635 Fecha: 8/24/26 - 11/11/26 Lunes y Miércoles de 7pm - 8:30pm Para obtener más información o registrarse, comuniquese con Melisa al 970-625-6901

Inglés como segundo idioma (ESL)

Ubicación: Family Resource Center

251 N Parachute Ave. Parachute, Co 81635

8/24/26 - 11/11/26 los lunes y miercoles de 7pm-8:30pm

Para más información o registrarse, comuníquese con Melisa al 970-625-6901

 

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English as a Second Language (ESL)

Location: Family Resource Center

251 N Parachute Ave. Parachute, CO 81635

8/24/26 - 11/11/26 Mondays and Wednesdays from 7pm-8:30pm

For more information or to register, please contact Melisa at 970-625-6901

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About 60 firefighters and staff holding a thank you banner.

G16 would like to thank all of the firefighters, first responders, and support staff who have worked hard for our community! BUE students and GVMS students were able to show their gratitude with a thank you banner and thank you cards. G16 St. John's District Office was happy to host the Colorado Incident Management Team and firefighters from around the country. Thank you all for your hard work and keeping our community safe! 

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G16 quiere agradecer a todos los bomberos, primeros intervinientes y personal de apoyo que han trabajado duro por nuestra comunidad. Los estudiantes de BUE y GVMS pudieron mostrar su gratitud con una pancarta de agradecimiento y tarjetas de agradecimiento. La Oficina del Distrito G16 de St. John's estuvo encantada de acoger al Equipo de Gestión de Incidentes de Colorado y a bomberos de todo el país. ¡Gracias a todos por vuestro esfuerzo y por mantener nuestra comunidad segura!

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6 teachers smiling in front of Bea Underwood Elementary.

To start the new school year, we would like to introduce our Bea Underwood Elementary educators and staff! We asked each staff member what they would like the students to call them and how long they have been teaching or their favorite thing about teaching. Here are your BUE educators: 

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Para comenzar el nuevo curso escolar, nos gustaría presentar nuestro educadores de Bea Underwood Elementary. Preguntamos a cada educador cómo les gustaría que los estudiantes le llamaran y cuánto tiempo llevaban enseñando o qué más le gustaba de la enseñanza. Aquí están vuestros educadores de BUE:

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A student with his foot on a chair with his new shoes.

Last week, G16 students filled the lawn at the Grand Valley Methodist Church for the School-Based Family Resource Center's Back-to-School Event. Students received new shoes, socks, backpacks, and school supplies to help them start the school year with confidence.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone whose generosity made this event possible. Thank you to our amazing community for donating at Gio's, Alpine Bank, The Little Coffee Shack, and Retro Frizz. Thank you to Callahan's for hosting a school supply drive, and a special thank you to Grand Valley United Methodist Church for partnering with us to provide 80 students with new shoes and socks for the school year.

Your kindness and support are making a real difference in the lives of our students and families. Thank you for investing in our community! 

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La ultima semana los estudiantes de G16 llenaron el jardín de la Iglesia Metodista de Grand Valley para el evento de Regreso a Clases del Centro de Recursos Familiares Basado en la Escuela. Los estudiantes recibieron zapatos nuevos, calcetines, mochilas y útiles escolares para comenzar el año escolar con todo lo necesario.

Queremos expresar nuestro más sincero agradecimiento a todas las personas cuya generosidad hizo posible este evento. Gracias a nuestra increíble comunidad por sus donaciones en Gio's, Alpine Bank, The Little Coffee Shack y Retro Frizz. Un agradecimiento especial a Callahan's por organizar una colecta de útiles escolares y a la Iglesia Metodista de Grand Valley por ayudar a que 80 estudiantes recibieran zapatos y calcetines nuevos para el inicio de clases.

¡Su apoyo y generosidad están marcando una gran diferencia para nuestros estudiantes y sus familias! ¡Muchas gracias por invertir en nuestra comunidad! 

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Back to school Open Houses. GVHS: Thursday, August 6, 2026 7:00am - 4:00pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting 12:30pm - 3:30pm - Freshmen Orientation (Students Only) 5:30pm - 6:00pm - Senior Parent Meeting  5:30pm- 6:30pm - Open House  6:00pm - 7:30pm - Athletic Parent/Athlete Meeting  BUE- 2ND GRADERS ONLY: Thursday, August 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm CFL:  August 11, 2026 and August 12, 2026  During Kindergarten and 1st Grade Assessments. CFL will send parents an invite with their scheduled time. BUE-

G16, it's almost time for Back-To-School Open Houses and the First Day of School!! Mark your calendars now!

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G16, es casi el momento de las casas abiertas de regreso a la escuela y el primer día de clases!! ¡Marque sus calendarios ahora!

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