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March 21, 2023 | News

Community Newsletter | March 21, 2023

A Message From Our Superintendent

Dear Adams 14 community, 

On Thursday, March 23, our Adams 14 Board of Education Director Maria Zubia is hosting a casual meeting for the community to ask her questions about the board’s processes and recent decisions. Attendees can join the conversation at either 9:30 a.m. or 4:30 p.m. in the community room of the Educational Support Services building. Click here to learn more. 

This week, the district will begin hosting several family information nights regarding state assessments. The first meetings are on March 22 and will be held at different locations depending on your child’s grade level. Click here to view a flyer

Finally, the student calendars for the next two school years have been updated and include changes to our scheduled breaks and early release times. Please click here to review them. 

I wish our students a fantastic week of learning and hope our parents and teachers have some great and constructive meetings during their conferences.

At your service,

Superintendent Dr. Karla Loría


Upcoming Events

  • March 20-23, 2023: Parent-Teacher Conferences
    • On Monday, March. 20, and Tuesday, March. 21, students K-5 will have parent-teacher conferences. 
    • On Wednesday, March. 22, and Thursday, March. 23, students 6-12 will have parent-teacher conferences. 
  • March 22, 2023: CMAS, PSAT, and SAT Family Night for High Schools
    • 5-6 p.m.
    • Adams City High School
  • March 22, 2023: CMAS Family Night for Middle Schools
    • 5-6 p.m.
    • Adams City Middle School and Kearney Middle School
  • March 23, 2023: CMAS, PSAT, and SAT Family Night for High Schools
    • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
    • Adams City High School
  • March 23, 2023: CMAS Family Night for Middle Schools
    • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
    • Adams City Middle School and Kearney Middle School
  • March 23, 2023: Meet-and-Greet with Board Director Maria Zubia
    • 9:30 a.m. 
    • 4:30 p.m. 
    • Community Room of the Educational Support Services building
    • Talk with Adams 14 Board of Education Director Maria Zubia is hosting a casual meeting for the community to ask her questions about the board’s processes and recent decisions. 
  • March 24, 2023: Conference Compensation Day – Schools Closed
    • There will be no classes on Friday, March 24, to compensate for all the teacher-parent conferences during this week. 
  • March 27-31, 2023: Spring Break – Schools Closed
    • All schools will be closed during spring break. Classes will resume for all students on Monday, April 3, 2023. 
  • April 4, 2023: CMAS Family Night for Elementary Schools
    • 9:30-10:30 a.m.
    • Central Elementary School
  • April 5, 2023: CMAS Family Night for Elementary Schools
    • 4:45-5:45 p.m.
    • Central Elementary School
  • April 11, 2023: Adams 14 Board of Education Meeting
  • April 12, 2023: District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting
  • April 12, 2023: DAC Parent Engagement Subcommittee Meeting
    • 8-9 p.m. (This subcommittee meeting follows the regular DAC meeting)
    • Educational Support Services building
    • Dinner and child supervision will be provided
    • Click here to view the flyer 
  • April 25, 2023: Adams 14 Board of Education Study Session

K-12 World of Wonder! Summer Learning

K–8 students who are invited to participate in this exciting summer learning program will engage in project-based/problem-based learning focused on language arts (Spanish and English), mathematics, science, and Extended School Year (ESY). At Adams City High School, Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Camp and Summer Job Corp programs will be offered to grades 6–12, as well as credit recovery for grades 9–12. In addition, middle school students and incoming seniors can participate in summer science programs at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Click here to view the flyer.

For answers to frequently asked questions about the program, click here.


Spring Break Activities

Spring Break (March 27-31) is almost here! Click here for some resources for each grade level so students can continue their learning over the break.


Dolly Parton Imagination Library 

Together with Westminster Rotary Club and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, Commerce City is giving free books to all preschool kids in the area. From birth until 5 years old, each enrolled child receives a free age-appropriate book every month. 

Visit https://imaginationlibrary.com/ and seled “Can I Register My Child?” or “Check Availability”, and complete the registration form. Click here to view a flyer.


Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Information Regarding Student Vaccinations

We know you are thinking of all the things you need to do to make sure your student is ready for school. Getting vaccinated is an important part of their school readiness and keeps children from catching and spreading diseases that can make them sick and potentially disrupt in-person learning.

For more information, see the below documents from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

2023-2024 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Vaccination K-12 Letter (English)

2023-2024 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Vaccination Preschool Letter (English)


Inclement Weather Protocols 

Adams 14 understands that the decision to close schools, delay school start times, or dismiss students early due to inclement weather has a significant impact on our families. Thus, the district takes careful consideration when making a determination regarding our inclement weather options and is committed to informing families as early as possible. 

Click here to learn more about the district’s inclement weather protocols and additional information to help you be prepared for upcoming weather conditions. 


Kids First Health Care

Kids First Health Care is thrilled to welcome all Adams 14 students back to school for the 2022-2023 school year!  If your child needs high-quality primary, mental or dental health care services, please call our year-round Commerce City community clinic (7190 Colorado Blvd.) at 303-289-1086. For students who attend one of Adams 14’s secondary schools, you can call the school-based health center for appointments.  

  • Adams City High School – 303-405-3050  
  • Lester Arnold High School – 303-289-2983  
  • Adams City Middle School – 303-853-5410  
  • Kearney Middle School – 303-286-0566 

Anythink Commerce City: March Programs

Explore a variety of programs at your local Anythink and discover new opportunities for learning, fun, and creativity. To register for events that require registration, please visit the Anythink online calendar at events.anythinklibraries.org/events.

Kids Cafe (Tuesday-Friday in March | 3:30-4:30 p.m.)
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

Arts & Crafts Salon with Imagine Arts Academy of Colorado
(Thursdays, March 30 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.)
Join Imagine Arts Academy of Colorado and get creative every other week with a new art and craft project, while supplies last. Appropriate for ages 5 to 12. No advanced registration necessary. 

Storytime (Wednesdays, March 22 & 29 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.)
Join us for stories, songs and snacks. Appropriate for ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Spacer is limited; registration recommended. Visit the Anythin calendar to register. 

Video Game Pop-Up (Friday, March 24 | 3-5 p.m.)
Join us and play a variety of retro video games. Snacks and refreshments will be provided, while supplies last. Appropriate for all ages. No advanced registration necessary.