November 15, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, This past week we have a few wonderful and poignant reminders of school feeling more normal this year. Our fourth and fifth graders performed at their first grade level concert in three years, the last time the…Continue Reading
November 8, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, We are looking forward to bringing back two in person events in the next two weeks. Mrs. Baker is hosting our first post-covid music concert for our fourth and fifth grade students on Thursday evening. And…Continue Reading
November 1, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, As Swigert’s IB Coordinator, one of my favorite parts of the work is seeing the students’ learning come alive with presentations of learning, integrated field work, and transdisciplinary connections. Last week, fourth graders finished up their Where…Continue Reading
October 25, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, We are excited to host Halloween Events this Friday including parties, our annual costume parade and PTA sponsored Trunk or Treat. Please see details below regarding each event. If your family doesn’t celebrate Halloween please email me directly…Continue Reading
October 18, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, I hope everyone enjoyed some respite and enjoyed the fall colors over fall break. It was great seeing parents in the building for conferences over the past few weeks to learn more about your child’s progress and…Continue Reading
October 11, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, Fall is in full swing and it’s wonderful to be in an in person rhythm at school. It is so invigorating. With the cooler temperatures kids are coming in layers and leaving their layers on the playground.…Continue Reading
October 4, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, Have your children ever shared that they were in the green zone or used the language from a bug and a wish to express an apology or need? We have implemented a few consistent social emotional programs…Continue Reading
September 29, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, Last spring Denver Public Schools announced changes to the start and end times for schools for the 2023-2024 school year as part of their Healthy Start Time Initiative. Your can find more information about this initiative here- Healthy Start…Continue Reading
September 7, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, We are excited to invite you to our in person Back to School Night this Thursday, September 8th! It’s been two years since we’ve held this event in person. Back to School Night will be a chance…Continue Reading
August 31, 2022
Dear Swigert Families, We continue to learn our routines with a full school day including lunch, recess and specials! Our students are learning how to use the cafeteria again and navigate the hot lunch service- scooping fruit, string cheese packages and…Continue Reading