Upcoming Events
Big Sky’s Stars of Service
Thank you to our students, staff, and families for helping us kick off our very first Stars of Service tradition in honor of Veterans Day! Our window was filled from end to end with patriotic stars and photos celebrating the military heroes connected to our Big Sky community. We are honored to recognize their service and start a tradition that will shine for years to come.
Big Sky PK-8 Open House
Big Sky will be hosting an open house on Monday, November 16th from 5:00-6:00. Teachers and staff will be on hand to talk about curriculum, show student work, and answer any questions you may have about Big Sky PK-8.
This event is open to both incoming and current parents / students, but it is certainly focused on parents and students that do not currently attend our school. If you know of a family that is interested in attending Big Sky next year, please feel free to pass this information along.
Cold Weather Reminders
As the days get shorter and temperatures begin to drop, we want to share a few reminders to help keep our students comfortable and prepared for the colder weather.
Dressing for Cold Weather
Please make sure your child comes to school dressed appropriately for the weather. While students spend most of their day indoors, there are times when they may need to be outside unexpectedly. For example, during an emergency evacuation, students may need to exit the building without having an opportunity to grab their coats.
We are required to conduct monthly fire drills, and while we try to schedule these during the warmer afternoon hours in the winter, temperatures can still be quite cold. We strongly encourage students to wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and closed-toe shoes rather than shorts, T-shirts, and sandals during the colder months.
Outdoor Recess
As a general guideline, our minimum temperature for outdoor recess will be between 15–20°F, depending on wind and precipitation. On calm, sunny, dry days, students may go outside when temperatures are closer to 15°F. When wind, snow, or other weather conditions make it feel colder, we may keep students inside at temperatures closer to 20°F.
We will consider the overall weather conditions when making decisions about outdoor recess. Please make sure your child brings a warm coat to school each day, along with other appropriate winter clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outside.
Open Enrollment K-7th Grade
Open Enrollment is an opportunity to request that your student attend a school of choice, which is outside of their attendance area. Students who do not live within district boundaries, but want to attend a school in St. Vrain, need to complete the Open Enrollment form.
December 1, 2026 through December 15, 2026 is the period in which applications for open enrollment should be submitted online.
Open Enrollment is Fully Online
2027-28 Preschool Registration
Preschool Registration Dates
Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) Application Dates
Families applying for UPK must complete our district application AND the UPK application. Children must turn 4 on or before Oct. 1, 2027.
Families are encouraged to complete our district application as the starting point where the UPK application will be linked within. The registration link will be included at the top of our website page the morning of Dec. 1st. district preschool website.
IMPORTANT – During pre-registration, parents will be matched with their 1st choice school. The school you would like MUST be listed first, it’s a vital detail in the pre-registration process.
It is imperative that returning families submit their preschool applications during the pre-registration (Continuity of Care) window. Failure to do so will put your students’ application with open registration for all families, thus taking the chance that a schools available slots being filled up.
Our Early Childhood Department will offer registration support sessions to assist families one-on-one. Families are encouraged to sign-up, but walk-ins are welcome. Sessions will be held at the ECE Office, 820 Main Street, using the entrance on Ninth Avenue, across from the gas station.
Please contact the Early Childhood enrollment team with any questions. 303.702.8363
Skip the Black Friday crowds and knock out your holiday shopping while supporting Big Sky Bison! Our online Holiday Spirit Store is open through Thanksgiving weekend with deals on hoodies, long-sleeve tees, and short-sleeve shirts for the whole family. Every order helps support our program—shop before the store closes on December 1st. Online Store
December just got a whole lot softer!
We’re excited to add two extra Stuffies enrichment classes onto the schedule for December 18th! Whether you’re stitching up a winter mammoth or a frosty reindeer, you won’t want to miss out.
Set an alarm for November 19th when registration opens! Space is limited, so please limit your signup to ONE class to share the fun with everyone.
Join us for some after school sports & fun. All events will start in the cafeteria. Pick up after class is at the front of the building. Please note that registration will be closed the day before each class at 5pm and we have limited space.
To see the November/December classes click here!
To sign up go to stvrain.revtrak.net.
For more questions reach out to dietz_irena@svvsd.org or 303-702-8070.
Need PreK Extended Care or K-6 Before and After School Care?
Big Sky Pk-8 Little Herd & Bison Herd programs provide opportunities to enrich the lives of children and families in a safe, affordable, caring environment that enhances academic, social-emotional development; and allows children to be creative and happy. Our highly qualified staff will work alongside the school to ensure we welcome each child and their unique personality and abilities. We also offer extended care on Late Start mornings and Non School Days.
Register online at stvrain.revtrak.net!
Questions? For more information, contact Irena Dietz; 303.802.8070 or dietz_irena@svvsd.org
Parent Organization
Want to make a BIG impact for just 40¢ a day?
Sponsor our VIP Students of the Month! For just $75/month, you can help feed and celebrate students caught showing off their BEST Bison Behavior!
Support our herd. Celebrate our VIPs. Make a difference!
Interested or have questions? Email us at admin@bigskypo.org.
Save the Date, Bison Families!
Join us for our next Parent Meeting Wednesday, November 18th, from 5:00–6:00 PM in the Big Sky Library.
Join the Family Directory!
Want an easy way to connect with other Big Sky families? Sign up for our Family Directory—perfect for birthday party invites, playdates, and staying connected with classmates!
Sign up today and help build our Big Sky community!
You can view the Family Directory here.
Stay Connected with Big Sky Parent Organization!
Make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news, events, volunteer opportunities, and school updates. Our website is also a great resource for important information, ways to get involved and a calendar of future events. Click here to view our current volunteer opportunities.
Support the Big Sky Parent Organization every time you shop!
Enroll in the King Soopers Community Rewards Program and select Big Sky Parent Organization to give back with every eligible purchase—at no additional cost to you. It’s an easy way to support our students and school community through your everyday grocery shopping!
Colorado 150 Movie Screening at the Innovation Center
St. Vrain Valley Schools invites families and community members to the Innovation Center on Friday, Nov. 13, for a free screening of Disney’s classic comedy Snowball Express as part of the statewide Colorado 150 Film Festival. Innovation Center students who will take part in the Austin Film Festival’s Young Filmmakers Program organized the screening.
Doors open at 5 p.m., and the movie begins at 5:30 p.m. Seating is first come, first served.