Principal Newsletter // March 12th, 2024

Dear Appleton Community…

Happy Spring Break! - March 14-24 

Classes Resume Monday, March 25


Volunteer Luncheon Thursday,March 28

We want to thank, honor and celebrate our many volunteers who make Appleton such a great place. If you are one of our valuable Appleton volunteers, please plan to join us on Thursday, March 28, any time between 11:30-1:00 for our Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon in our library. We will have some great food (soups, salads, and dessert) to say “Thank You” for all that you do for our school community.


 Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) Q & A

Q: When is CMAS?

A: Selected dates between April 2-April 24. Students take 3 tests per week for 2 weeks (each test is 65-90 minutes in length). 5th grade takes an additional 3 sessions of science. Please avoid appointments during these dates. 

3rd grade tests - April 2,3,4, 8,9,10

4th grade tests - April 2,3,4, 8,9,10

5th grade tests - April 2,3,4, 9,10,16, 18,23,24

Q: How does Appleton approach parent refusals to CMAS testing?

A: First, Appleton highly recommends that students take the test. If you are considering holding your student out and  want to make an informed decision, please contact Mr. Hafey. Parents who wish to refuse state testing will be required to fill out the Parent Request for Exemption Form that can be picked up at the Appleton office.

Q: Why test?

#1. CMAS results are the primary instrument used by the state to measure the overall performance of Appleton Elementary School.

#2. The Appleton staff uses CMAS results to shape our professional development and it has a heavy influence on our school goals.

#3. Teachers use CMAS to target specific areas for growing students.

#4. CMAS results have an influence on what classes students are placed in middle school and what electives they are allowed to take.

#5. It is great practice for future tests like: SAT(College acceptance), ASVAB (Military enlistment), & Licensing exams (getting a job) & Hunter Education.


Important Dates for Next Year - 2024-2025 School Year

Parent Information Night - Thursday, Aug. 15 - 5:30-6:35pm, 2024

Appleton Carnival - Friday, Sept. 6 5:00-8:00pm, 2024

Spell-A-Thon - Oct. 15-Dec. 3, 2024

Angelo’s Ornament Night - Tuesday December 10th, 5-7pm

Art Night - Friday, Mar. 28 5:30-8:00pm, 2025

BINGO Night - Wednesday, Apr. 23 6:00-8:00pm, 2025


March PTA Meeting

Due to Spring break and other scheduling conflicts, March’s PTA meeting will take place on March 28th, rather than the 14th. Hope to see you there!


Go Bookworms!

Corey Hafey - Principal, Appleton Elementary School

Upcoming Dates to Remember

Mar. 13 - Last Day of 3rd Quarter

Mar. 14-15 -No School - Planning Day & Teacher Workday

Mar. 18-22 Spring Break

Mar. 25 - Students Return to School

Mar. 28th - March PTA meeting in the Library

Apr. 5 - 5:30-8:00 Art Night At Appleton

Apr. 8 - Book Fair Starts (it ends Apr. 26)

Apr. 11 - No School - Elementary Planning Day

Apr. 12 - No School - Conference Exchange Day

Apr. 24 - 6:00-8:00 BINGO Night


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