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Hamilton's Advocacy Update 3-30-26

Upcoming Events

Monday, March 30th                    1st Day of Qtr. 4

March 12th – April 5th                 Adams 12 Secondary Art Show

April 8th – 27th                             Adams 12 Elementary Art Show

Tuesday, April 14th                       Events Committee Mtg

Friday, April 17th                           ½ Day-Teacher Professional Development

 

Buddy Program
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected].

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 3-9-26

Upcoming Events

Wed. March 11th                    1st & 2nd Grade Denver Mint Field Trip

Thurs. March 12th                 Parent/Teacher Conferences In-Person

Friday, March 13th                Parent/Teacher Conferences Virtual

March 16th-27th                     Spring Break

Monday, March 30th              1st Day of Qtr. 4

 

Denver Mint Field Trip Information:

This Wednesday, March 11, students will be visiting the Denver Mint. This is an exciting opportunity for students to learn how coins are made and to explore an important part of our country’s history and government. 

We will be leaving at  9:45 AM and returning by 12:30 PM

We will not be eating lunch on the field trip.  Lunches will be later, but will look the same as a typical lunch day. 

Please be aware you are outside for a brief period, dress your child appropriately for the weather.

If you would like to chaperone for this field trip, please email your child's advocacy teacher directly.  

Upcoming Parent/Teacher Conferences:

Our Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held In-Person on Thursday, March 12th from 8 AM to 8  PM and on Friday, March 13th from 8 AM to 12 PM. You may only sign up for ONE conference time over the two days. 

Conference sign-ups will close on Monday, March 9th at 4 PM. 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FA8AF2DAAFC1-62205709-mrs

 

Buddy Program
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected].

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 2-23-26

                                  Upcoming Events:

Feb. 26th – 28th                                 Lazy Dog Spirit Weekend

Friday, Feb. 27th                               Class Picture Day

Monday, March 2nd                           Evening Exploration with Music 5-6 PM

Monday, March 2nd                           Parent/Teacher Conferences Sign-Ups                                                              Emailed

Tuesday, March 3rd                           Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, March 5th                         Dave and Buster’s Spirit Night

Friday, March 6th                              3rd and 4th Grade Science Fair

Buddy Program
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected].

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 2-17-26

                                  Upcoming Events:

Tuesday, Feb. 17th                                   Board Meeting 6:30

Wednesday, Feb. 18th                             2nd Grade Field Trip

Feb. 19th and 20th                                   3rd-4th Grade Overnight

Feb. 26th – 28th                                       Lazy Dog Spirit Weekend

Friday, Feb. 27th                                     Class Picture Day

 

 

Buddy Program
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected]. 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 2-9-26

Feb. 9th – 13th                           Kindness Week

Monday, Feb. 9th                       Skate City PJ Spirit Night

Friday, Feb. 13th                        ½ Day-Teacher PD

Monday, Feb. 16th                     No School-President’s Day

 

Kindness Week at Westgate Food Drive: Feb 9–13 

 We’re excited to celebrate Kindness Week with this year’s theme, Planting the Seed: An Acorn of Kindness. Students will take part in daily activities that grow compassion, connection, and community.

Our 7th and 8th graders are also leading a schoolwide food drive benefiting A Precious Child. Our goal is 2,000 non‑perishable items, with themed donation days to guide contributions:

  • Mon 2/9 – Protein Monday
  • Tue 2/10 – Pasta Tuesday
  • Wed 2/11 – Canned Veggies Wednesday
  • Thu 2/12 – Toiletries Thursday
  • Fri 2/13 – Canned Fruit Friday

Families are invited to support our Acts of Kindness for Teachers through donations and volunteer opportunities all week, including bathroom refresh items, hot chocolate cart supplies, carline volunteers, flower‑sale helpers, classroom readers, and more.

All sign‑ups and details can be found here: SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45A8AE28A1FA7-61738675-kindness#/

Cash or check donations may be dropped off at the front office (note: Kindness Week), or contributed online through Westgate Events.

Thank you for helping us nurture a culture of kindness that grows far beyond our school walls. 

Kindness Week is Monday, February 9th through Friday February 14th. 

THINGS TO KNOW

On Friday, February 13th, the 1st-grade students will be going on a walking field trip to Future Forward to tour their facility and deliver kindness cards. Please complete the following permission form by Friday, 6th. 

Kindness Day Walking Field Trip to Future Forward – Fill out form

If you would like to chaperone and you have a current background check, please email your advocacy teacher. 

 

  • Kindness Week is a long-standing tradition at Westgate. Every year we celebrate and spread kindness throughout the week. Each day has a different theme where we will learn different ways to show kindness. This year 7th/8th Grade is also hosting our annual food drive for A Precious Child in your pods.
  • We do not exchange Valentine’s cards, candy, or treats at school. If you arrive with any of these, you will be asked to put them back into your backpack to be taken home.
  • Get your Kindness Day permission slip signed by Wednesday! At Westgate, we spread kindness by delivering hand-made kindness cards to local businesses on Friday, February 13th (It’s also a half day).
  • Different classes will be going to different nearby businesses or organizations and will return to school afterwards.
  • Be prepared to go rain or shine on Friday – bring warm jackets, gloves, beanies, etc. We will be walking outside!
  • What do you remember from Kindness Week last year if you were a student here? 

 

Monday, February 9th: Planting Our Acorns

(Words of Affirmation)

Tuesday, February 10th: Watering Our Seeds

(Acts of Service)

Wednesday, February 11th: Sprouting Kindness

(Gift Giving)

Thursday, February 12th: Growing Together

(Quality Time)

Friday, February 13th: Sharing Our Kindness Forest

 

Buddy Program
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected].

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Kindness Week Food Drive!

Kindness Week at Westgate: Feb 9–13 
 We’re excited to celebrate Kindness Week with this year’s theme, Planting the Seed: An Acorn of Kindness. Students will take part in daily activities that grow compassion, connection, and community.
Our 7th and 8th graders are also leading a schoolwide food drive benefiting A Precious Child. Our goal is 2,000 non‑perishable items, with themed donation days to guide contributions:
  • Mon 2/9 – Protein Monday
  • Tue 2/10 – Pasta Tuesday
  • Wed 2/11 – Canned Veggies Wednesday
  • Thu 2/12 – Toiletries Thursday
  • Fri 2/13 – Canned Fruit Friday
Families are invited to support our Acts of Kindness for Teachers through donations and volunteer opportunities all week, including bathroom refresh items, hot chocolate cart supplies, carline volunteers, flower‑sale helpers, classroom readers, and more.
All sign‑ups and details can be found here: 
 
SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45A8AE28A1FA7-61738675-kindness#/
 
Cash or check donations may be dropped off at the front office (note: Kindness Week), or contributed online through Westgate Events.
 
Thank you for helping us nurture a culture of kindness that grows far beyond our school walls.
 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 2-2-26

                           Upcoming Events

February 3rd                                 Events Committee Meeting

Feb. 9th – 13th                               Kindness Week

Monday, Feb. 9th                          Skate City PJ Spirit Night

Friday, Feb. 13th                           ½ Day-Teacher PD

Monday, Feb. 16th                        No School-President’s Day 

Kindness Week is Monday, February 9th, through Friday, February 14th. 

THINGS TO KNOW

On Friday, February 13th, the 1st-grade students will be going on a walking field trip to Future Forward to tour their facility and deliver kindness cards. Please complete the following permission form by Friday, 6th. 

Kindness Day Walking Field Trip to Future Forward – Fill out form

If you would like to chaperone and you have a current background check, please email your advocacy teacher.  

  • Kindness Week is a long-standing tradition at Westgate. Every year we celebrate and spread kindness throughout the week. Each day has a different theme where we will learn different ways to show kindness. This year 7th/8th Grade is also hosting our annual food drive for A Precious Child in your pods.
  • We do not exchange Valentine’s cards, candy, or treats at school. If you arrive with any of these, you will be asked to put them back into your backpack to be taken home.
  • Get your Kindness Day permission slip signed by Wednesday! At Westgate, we spread kindness by delivering hand-made kindness cards to local businesses on Friday, February 13th (It’s also a half day).
  • Different classes will be going to different nearby businesses or organizations and will return to school afterwards.
  • Be prepared to go rain or shine on Friday – bring warm jackets, gloves, beanies, etc. We will be walking outside!
  • What do you remember from Kindness Week last year if you were a student here? 

Monday, February 9th: Planting Our Acorns

(Words of Affirmation)

Tuesday, February 10th: Watering Our Seeds

(Acts of Service)

Wednesday, February 11th: Sprouting Kindness

(Gift Giving)

Thursday, February 12th: Growing Together

(Quality Time)

Friday, February 13th: Sharing Our Kindness Forest 

Buddy Program
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected].

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 1-26-26

Tuesday, January 27th     Spirit Night at Your Pie

Thursday Jan. 29th          1st Grade Field Trip to Longmont Humane                                                        Society

February 3rd                     Events Committee Meeting

Feb. 9th – 13th                  Kindness Week 

Friday, Feb. 13th              1/2 Day for Students

Upcoming 1st Grade Field Trip!

We are excited to share that our 1st graders will be visiting the Longmont Humane Society on Thursday, January 29th! This will be a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about animal care, kindness, and community support.

Key Details:

  • Date: Thursday, January 29th
  • Departure: Bus leaves at 9:15 AM
  • Return: Back at school by 2:00 PM

Students will be split into two groups during the visit. Each group will enjoy:

  • A guided tour
  • A hands-on activity
  • Lunch
  • Rotating stations throughout the Humane Society

If you are interested in chaperoning for this field trip, please let your child’s advocacy teacher know as soon as possible. Please note that chaperones must be fully engaged and responsible for their group during the trip, so you may not bring infants, toddlers, or other children who are not attending the trip.

We’re looking forward to a meaningful and memorable experience for our first graders!  

Kindness Week is Monday, February 9th through Friday February 14th. 

THINGS TO KNOW

  • Kindness Week is a long-standing tradition at Westgate. Every year we celebrate and spread kindness throughout the week. Each day has a different theme where we will learn different ways to show kindness. This year 7th/8th Grade is also hosting our annual food drive for A Precious Child in your pods.
  • We do not exchange Valentine’s cards, candy, or treats at school. If you arrive with any of these, you will be asked to put them back into your backpack to be taken home.
  • Get your Kindness Day permission slip signed by Wednesday! At Westgate, we spread kindness by delivering hand-made kindness cards to local businesses on Friday, February 13th (It’s also a half day).
  • Different classes will be going to different nearby businesses or organizations and will return to school afterwards.
  • Be prepared to go rain or shine on Friday – bring warm jackets, gloves, beanies, etc. We will be walking outside!
  • What do you remember from Kindness Week last year if you were a student here?

 

Monday, February 9th: Planting Our Acorns

(Words of Affirmation)

Tuesday, February 10th: Watering Our Seeds

(Acts of Service)

Wednesday, February 11th: Sprouting Kindness

(Gift Giving)

Thursday, February 12th: Growing Together

(Quality Time)

Friday, February 13th: Sharing Our Kindness Forest

 

Buddy Program Announcement
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected].

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 1-20-26

Friday, January 23rd                 Intent to Return Responses Due

Thursday, January 29th          1st Grade Field Trip to Longmont Humane Society

 

Upcoming 1st Grade Field Trip!

We are excited to share that our 1st graders will be visiting the Longmont Humane Society on Thursday, January 29th! This will be a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about animal care, kindness, and community support.

Key Details:

  • Date: Thursday, January 29th
  • Departure: Bus leaves at 9:15 AM
  • Return: Back at school by 2:00 PM

Students will be split into two groups during the visit. Each group will enjoy:

  • A guided tour
  • A hands-on activity
  • Lunch
  • Rotating stations throughout the Humane Society

If you are interested in chaperoning for this field trip, please let your child’s advocacy teacher know as soon as possible. Please note that chaperones must be fully engaged and responsible for their group during the trip, so you may not bring infants, toddlers, or other children who are not attending the trip.

We’re looking forward to a meaningful and memorable experience for our first graders! 

 

Buddy Program Announcement
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected].

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 1-12-26

Edlio  1/12/2026    

Monday, January 12th             1st Day of Qtr 3   

Monday, January 12th             Intent to Return emailed to families

Sunday, January 18th              Last Day to register for Qtr 3 Clubs

Monday, January 19th             No School/Martin Luther King Jr.

Friday, January 23rd                 Intent to Return Responses Due

Thursday, January 29th          1st Grade Field Trip to Longmont Humane Society

 

3rd Qtr Clubs:  If you are interested in registering your child for a club during 3rd quarter, please use the link below for more information.

3rd Qtr Clubs              

 

Upcoming 1st Grade Field Trip!

We are excited to share that our 1st graders will be visiting the Longmont Humane Society on Thursday, January 29th! This will be a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about animal care, kindness, and community support.

Key Details:

  • Date: Thursday, January 29th
  • Departure: Bus leaves at 9:15 AM
  • Return: Back at school by 2:00 PM

Students will be split into two groups during the visit. Each group will enjoy:

  • A guided tour
  • A hands-on activity
  • Lunch
  • Rotating stations throughout the Humane Society

If you are interested in chaperoning for this field trip, please let your child’s advocacy teacher know as soon as possible. Please note that chaperones must be fully engaged and responsible for their group during the trip, so you may not bring infants, toddlers, or other children who are not attending the trip.

We’re looking forward to a meaningful and memorable experience for our first graders! 

Longmont Humane Society Permission Slip

 

Buddy Program Announcement
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games.

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together.

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected].

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 12-15-25

                                          Upcoming Events:

Westgate Spirit Week                       

  • Monday, Dec. 15 – Pajama/Onesie Day Roll out of bed and head to school in your coziest pajamas or onesie!
  • Tuesday, Dec. 16 – Ugly Sweater Day Break out your most festive and tacky (school appropriate) holiday sweater.
  • Wednesday, Dec. 17 – Anything But a Backpack Day Get creative and bring your school supplies in something unexpected!
  • Thursday, Dec. 18 – Avatar Day Join the High School and dress as your element: Fire, Water, Air, or Earth.
  • Friday, Dec. 19 – Dress to Impress Day End the week in style with your sharpest look – it doesn't have to be black tie/formal, but it would be cool if you did. 

Sat., December 13th                Holiday Shop at Barnes and Nobel

Monday, December 15th       Spirit Night at Panera Bread 4-8

Friday, December 19th           Class Holiday Parties 1:15-2:15

Dec. 22nd – Jan. 9 th                 Winter Break

Monday, January 12th             1st Day of Qtr 3                  

 

Winter Wonderland Holiday Shop and Book Fair at Barnes & Noble

Enjoy family fun activities throughout the day and get your holiday shopping done! Join us at Barnes & Nobel on Saturday, December 13th from 9 AM to 9 PM

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 12-8-25

                           Upcoming Events

Tues. and Wed. Dec. 9th -10th      MAPS Testing

Sat., December 13th                      Holiday Shop at Barnes and Nobel

Monday, December 15th               Spirit Night at Panera Bread 4-8

Dec. 22nd – Jan. 9 th                     Winter Break

Monday, January 12th                    1st Day of Qtr 3                

 

1st - 2nd Grade MAPS Testing:

1st and 2nd grade will take their winter MAPS assessments on Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:15-9:30.

Please make sure your child has a good breakfast and arrives at school on time during this testing window to help ensure they are at their best.     

 

Winter Wonderland Holiday Shop and Book Fair at Barnes & Noble

Enjoy family fun activities throughout the day and get your holiday shopping done! Join us at Barnes & Noble on Saturday, December 13th, from 9 AM to 9 PM.

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discover how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 12-1-25

   Monday, December 1st          1st day back from Thanksgiving Break    

  Tuesday, December 2nd          Event Committee Meeting                 

   Sat., December 13th               Holiday Shop at Barnes and Nobel

   Monday, December 15th         Spirit Night at Panera Bread 4-8

   Dec. 22nd – Jan. 9 th               Winter Break

   Monday, January 12th             1st Day of Qtr 3                 

Winter Wonderland Holiday Shop and Book Fair at Barnes & Noble

Enjoy family fun activities throughout the day and get your holiday shopping done! Join us at Barnes & Nobel on Saturday, December 13th!
 
 
 

 

 Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 11-17-25

                                           Upcoming events:

                    Tuesday, November 18th           Board Meeting

                    Wednesday, November 19th     G-Que BBQ Spirit Night

                    Nov. 24th – 28th                         Thanksgiving Break

                    Saturday, November 29th         Westgate Craft Fair

                    Sunday, December 14th        Holiday Shop at Barnes and Nobel

 

This year, our service-learning program has focused on learning about animals in shelters. Students have explored what animal shelters are, why they are important, and how we can support the animals and staff through small yet meaningful acts of service.

As part of this learning, we are thrilled to welcome a special guest—Longmont Humane Society—for the next two Fridays: November 14th and November 21st!

Here’s what’s planned for each visit:

  • Friday, November 14th: A short presentation on reading animal body language, followed by the Day as a Stray game. The educator will also bring their ambassador guinea pigs for a special “guinea pig circle.”
  • Friday, November 21st: Students will play Pet Care Jeopardy and meet Lexi, a very special tripod dog!

If your child has any allergies or sensitivities that may be affected by animal visits, please let me know as soon as possible.

We’re so excited for these opportunities to connect our learning with real-world experiences and deepen our compassion for animals.

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Hamilton's Advocacy Update 11-11-25

                                               Upcoming events:

                Tuesday, November 11th         1-2 Field Trip to Four Mile Park

                Wednesday, November 12th   Skate City Spirit Night

                Tuesday, November 18th         Board Meeting

                Wednesday, November 19th   G-Que BBQ Spirit Night

                November 24th – 28th              Thanksgiving Break

1-2 Field Trip to Four Mile Park

 1st and 2nd grades are going on a field trip to Four Mile Historic Park on Tuesday, November 11. Please complete the permission form here by Friday, November 7.

In addition, send your student with a red shirt, sack lunch, comfortable walking shoes, and a water bottle for the day.

We are looking forward to a fun day filled with hands-on explorations of history!

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!