K12 News
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April 17, 2025
BOD Annual Meeting Tonight!
Join us TONIGHT at 6 p.m. in the K8 Commons for the PRA Board of Directors Annual Meeting. This roundtable event provides an opportunity for members of our community to ask questions about topics that are important to them: driveline, homework, discipline and dress code.
Those in attendance will hear a "State of the Union" on the status of PRA, hear updates from all our committee chairs and have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A with school leadership.
Topics that will be also covered include the passage of the Blueprint bond proposal this past November and the next steps in the process, as well as an update on the progress of the Board of Director's annual strategic plan.
Bounce Empire Fundraiser on May 1
Are you looking for something family friendly and fun to do on Thursday, May 1 after elementary assessments or school and give back to PRA at the same time?
If so, join us at Bounce Empire from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.! Bounce Empire is generously donating 15% of all ticket sales, food, and drinks purchased for and on May 1st using our link back to PRA, which will be used to help fund future staff appreciation events.
Single tickets are $22 each, or grab some friends and purchase a 4-pack for $18 each! Make sure to purchase your tickets using this link for a portion to be donated back to PRA!
Join Us for PRA's Annual Philanthropy Dessert Event!
Our PRA volunteers truly have a heart of gold and are the cornerstone of our community. In an effort to express our gratitude towards everyone that has donated to our numerous events, or has shared their ideas, talents, and/or time with us, PRA cordially invites you to join us for our annual Philanthropy Dessert Event.
The event will be held on Monday, April 21 from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. in the K8 Commons, where we will be serving up a healthy dose of thankfulness and some delectable treats.
Guests can RSVP for the event here. We hope to see you there!
Last Chance Lost & Found Event
All remaining K-12 lost and found items will be outside the K8 building on tables from 7:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 1. This will be the last opportunity students and parents are able to look for missing items before summer break. Any remaining items at the end of the day will be donated to the Sister Carmen Community Store.
5th & 8th Grade Continuation (May 21)
Guests attending 8th Grade Continuation will sign in on the day of the event at a sign-in table at the entrance to the K-8 Courtyard.
To ensure a quick entry to 5th Grade Continuation, PRA will be implementing a 5th grade continuation ONLY pre-registration form for parents and guests.
Please fill out this form with the names of parents and all guests that will be attending 5th Grade Continuation. PRA will also be requesting a birthdate for all adult attendees. Your birthdate will be run through our school Raptor system to clear your entrance to the continuation. Once approved, PRA will send home name tags for you to wear in Thursday folders on May 15. Please have your name tag with you when you arrive.
In addition, if you would like to have your child(ren) attend their sibling's 5th or 8th grade continuation ceremony and they will be returning to school afterward, you can use the same form for this.
PRA is also in need of staff, parent, and/or student volunteers to help make the 5th and 8th Grade Continuation Ceremonies a success. Please consider volunteering for one or more of the following 5th grade and/or 8th grade events on Wednesday, May 21. Click here for more information on the opportunities available or to sign up.
Office Hours
Front office hours for the PRA K8 and High School buildings:
7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Monday through Friday
K12 News & Notes
Chip Fundraiser: Chip Cookies will be supporting a PRA fundraising effort at TWO locations between 3-8 p.m. on Monday, April 21! Visit the Chips Cookies locations at either 1005 West 120th Ave in Westminster, or the 2930 Arapahoe Road #110 location in Erie, that Monday and mention Prospect Ridge Academy! Chip Cookies will donate 20% of in-store sales to PRA. View the event flyer here!
Medical Careers Day Volunteering Opportunity: Our high school students in Medical Sciences will soon be learning about careers in medicine. If you are a medical professional, please consider volunteering to share your experiences/insights and inform/inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals. Dates/times are Wednesday, April 30, and Thursday, May 1, from 8:15 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. Volunteers don't need to sign up for both slots. We are looking for 4-5 professionals for each day to talk and answer questions. Whether you are a doctor, nurse, researcher, or work in any other field of medicine, your guidance will be invaluable in helping students understand the diverse opportunities and pathways in medicine.
If you are interested or have questions, please email Dr. Bennett.
Broomfield Safety Action Plan Public Meeting: Whether you walk, bike, roll or drive, it’s important you can get to your destination safely. Drop by the Broomfield Transportation Safety Action Plan (BTSAP) open house on Monday, April 21 anytime between 5 and 8 p.m. at the Broomfield Community Center to give your input on draft recommendations for improving safety throughout Broomfield’s transportation network. The draft recommendations are based on community ideas and feedback as well as traffic data analysis.
A virtual open house, found on Broomfield Voice, will kick off on Monday, April 21 and run through Wednesday, May 7 providing an online, asynchronous option for the community to provide their input. Find details and more here.
Student Volunteer Opportunity: Thunder Vista is looking for student volunteers to help with their Carnival event on Friday, April 25. This is a great way for middle and high school students to earn some extra service hours and give back to our larger community. If interested, please sign up here.
Lunch Menu:
The PRA school lunch menu is available here.
K8 Lunch Menu (April)
HS Lunch Menu (April)
Get Involved!
Interested in getting more involved with the PRA community? There are plenty of ways to do so!
Volunteers Needed for 5th & 8th Grade Continuation Ceremonies
Info on Volunteering Training
More Service Opportunities
Reminders...
Elementary School News
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Elementary Talent Show: April 23
Sign up slots for the Elementary Talent Show are full! Join us on Wednesday, April 23 for the annual Elementary Talent Show, hosted in the K-8 Gymnasium from 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. To view the event flyer, click here.
The second day of auditions is today from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. in the Elementary Music Room. Students will go to the Music room directly after school.
Audition Expectations: All acts must be fully prepared and practiced, school appropriate, and not exceed 2 minutes, and background music (if required) shared with Ms. Gumber prior to audition. If these expectations are not met, acts will risk losing their spot in the talent show.
The dress rehearsal for the Talent Show will be at 3:15 - 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22 in the K-8 Gym.
To ensure there is not a disruption to our normal morning drop off procedures and for a faster check-in process, we are asking parents to enter through the gate by the modular and then into the K8 gym to attend the show on April 23. Guests will not be permitted to enter through the K8 or HS offices.
Guests can park in the K8 parking lot (if there is a spot available), in the yellow lane (only the yellow lane), in front of the K8 building after the end of driveline at 8:20, or in the HS parking lot.
Elementary Field Day Volunteers Needed
Elementary Field Day is looking for parent volunteers for Field Day on Tuesday, May 20. We are looking for two volunteers per homeroom to help run field day stations. Volunteers for grades 3, 4, and 5 are needed from 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Volunteers for kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade are needed from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Volunteers can sign up here! Read our news story for more information volunteers should be aware of.
Elementary Art Fundraiser
Our annual Elementary Art Fundraiser, Original Works, is just around the corner!
Original Works will be hosted virtually. Through this online platform, you'll be able to view and purchase a unique product displayed with your child's creation. You'll receive a Custom Brochure on April 10, in your child's Thursday Folder! The brochure will walk you through the online ordering steps. PRA receives 33% to 50% of all profits!
Thank you for supporting our school!
Mighty Miner Football Camp
The Mighty Miner Football Camp is open to students who will be going into 3rd - 8th grade! Coaches and varsity players will be teaching football skills and drills to introduce or sharpen your game! You can sign up here. For more information on Mighty Miner Football Camp, view the event flyer!
Are you interested in playing MS football for PRA next year? Let us know so we can get you updates and information on summer opportunities! Anyone planning on playing or who is interested, please fill this form out by April 18. Thanks!
Middle School Cheer Tryouts
It's that time of year again! If your daughter is interested in joining the cheer team, please join Coach Pringle in the High School Commons on Wednesday, April 23 at 5:30 p.m. for a mandatory parent informational meeting.
Mark your calendars - tryouts will be held Tuesday, April 29 through Thursday, May 1 from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Registration is required to participate in the tryouts, so be sure to visit the PRA Athletics website to register.
For more information, feel free to contact Coach Kristina Pringle.
Elementary End of Year Assessments: May 1 & 2
It is time for our elementary students to complete their end of the year assessments. Please sign up for a time that best meets the needs of your child and family. It is critical your child attends one session in order for them to complete their assessments. We appreciate your dedication in partnering with us for your child’s success!
Please note that there is no school for elementary students on May 1 and 2, as these days are dedicated to assessments. Middle school and high school will be in session on May 1 and 2.
Sign up links can be found below:
NJAHS Fundraiser: Art for Charity!
The National Junior Art Honor Society (NJAHS) is excited to announce that we will be creating and selling original artwork for charity at a special fundraiser outside the front doors of the K-8 on Tuesday, May 6 after school!
All proceeds from the artwork sales will be donated to the Cancer Search Institute, helping to fund vital cancer research and advancements in treatment.
Come support a great cause, enjoy some amazing art, and make a difference in the fight against cancer. We can't wait to see you there!
K8 Take Your Child to Work Day
Thursday, April 24, 2025 has been designated as Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. This annual event is primarily intended for children 8-12 years of age. Students who are slightly younger or older may also participate. The purpose is to help youth make connections between education and a future in the workplace. PRA supports students having the opportunity to spend the day at their parent’s workplace to gain this experience.
Children who attend work with a parent will not be counted absent from school. However, students will be expected to complete all make-up assignments or alternate assignments related to their shadow experience.
In order to eliminate a large volume of attendance calls, we ask parents of children who will participate to respond to the Google Form here.
General guidelines:
1. The absence to shadow a parent at work should not count against a student’s attendance status, unless there is a significant attendance issue or concern to date.
2. Parents may not “substitute” another day in lieu of April 24 and still have the absence counted as Take Your Child to Work Day. Standard excused/unexcused guidelines would apply to situations involving a parent request to have a child shadow on a day other than April 24.
Summer Enrichment Program
PRA is happy to be offering the annual Summer Enrichment Program (SEP)! It is designed for current K-5th grade PRA students. This program will be held at the school and be taught by highly qualified PRA teachers.
Students will receive small group and one-on-one instruction in reading and math. This program is geared toward students who would benefit from extra support, specifically in reading and math. This intensive program runs in person Monday through Friday for two weeks, from June 2-13. It takes place from 9:00 a.m.-12p.m. each day. The cost for the entire program is $300 per child ($500 total for two siblings).
You can view the flyer here, or sign up at this link!
Middle School News
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NJAHS Fundraiser: Art for Charity!
The National Junior Art Honor Society (NJAHS) is excited to announce that we will be creating and selling original artwork for charity at a special fundraiser outside the front doors of the K-8 on Tuesday, May 6 after school!
All proceeds from the artwork sales will be donated to the Cancer Search Institute, helping to fund vital cancer research and advancements in treatment.
Come support a great cause, enjoy some amazing art, and make a difference in the fight against cancer. We can't wait to see you there!
Football Parent Meeting
Whether you're a parent of a new PRA football player or a parent of a player who has been with us for awhile, you're strongly encouraged to attend the Football Parent Meeting on Wednesday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the high school library.
For Middle School football families, anyone planning on playing or who is interested, please fill this form out by April 18.
Coach Storer and our team moms will be talking about the offseason, season, expectations, food, fundraising requirements, volunteering, and accountability and commitment game. They will also take questions. We hope to see you there!
High School Cross Country Information Meeting
Do you have a student entering high school next year and want to learn more about our high school Cross Country program? Please plan to attend our information meeting on Monday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m. via Google Meet.
We will review summer training plans, summer camp, overview of the season, and Nike Nationals. You can attend using this link.
Middle School Cheer Tryouts
It's that time of year again! If your daughter is interested in joining the cheer team, please join Coach Pringle in the High School Commons on Wednesday, April 23 at 5:30 p.m. for a mandatory parent informational meeting.
Mark your calendars - tryouts will be held Tuesday, April 29 through Thursday, May 1 from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Registration is required to participate in the tryouts, so be sure to visit the PRA Athletics website to register.
For more information, feel free to contact Coach Kristina Pringle.
Mighty Miner Football Camp
The Mighty Miner Football Camp is open to students who will be going into 3rd - 8th grade! Coaches and varsity players will be teaching football skills and drills to introduce or sharpen your game! For more information on Mighty Miner Football Camp, view the event flyer here!
8th Grade End of Year Field Trip - Boondocks!
We are thrilled to celebrate the end of an amazing school year with our 8th graders at Boondocks! This special field trip is a way to recognize their hard work, growth, and accomplishments as they get ready to take the next step in their academic journey.
This field trip will take place on Friday, May 16 at Boondocks (11425 Community Center Dr, Northglenn, CO). Students will depart on the school bus at 9:30 a.m. and students will be picked up directly from Boondocks by a parent or authorized adult by 2:00 p.m.
For more information, such as what is included and important reminders, visit our news story here!
K8 Take Your Child to Work Day
Thursday, April 24, 2025 has been designated as Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. This annual event is primarily intended for children 8-12 years of age. Students who are slightly younger or older may also participate. The purpose is to help youth make connections between education and a future in the workplace. PRA supports students having the opportunity to spend the day at their parent’s workplace to gain this experience.
Children who attend work with a parent will not be counted absent from school. However, students will be expected to complete all make-up assignments or alternate assignments related to their shadow experience.
In order to eliminate a large volume of attendance calls, we ask parents of children who will participate to respond to the Google Form here.
General guidelines:
1. The absence to shadow a parent at work should not count against a student’s attendance status, unless there is a significant attendance issue or concern to date.
2. Parents may not “substitute” another day in lieu of April 24 and still have the absence counted as Take Your Child to Work Day. Standard excused/unexcused guidelines would apply to situations involving a parent request to have a child shadow on a day other than April 24.
Middle School 2025 Spring Dance
The Middle School Student Council is busy planning our Spring "floral" dance, and we need your help. Both volunteers and donations are needed to make this fun event a success for students! The dance will be on Friday May 2, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Student Council will be taking care of all set up and clean up, so chaperones are for supervision and food service only. Donations may be dropped off in the K-8 front office anytime before 3:15 p.m. on Friday, May 2. Feel free to bring in non-perishable items to the K-8 front office throughout the week of the dance (April 28 - May 2).
You can sign up to volunteer or donate here. Please reach out to the Student Council Sponsors, Noah Hayden and Erin Puccio, with any questions. Thank you for your support!
High School News
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NHS Snack Drive for Broomfield FISH
Broomfield FISH is in need of snack bags for kids. FISH distributes these snack bags to families with kids between the ages of 2-18. These bags bring normalcy to families during challenging times by providing snack items for kids to take to school.
All donations must include individually packaged, non-perishable, single servings.
Acceptable items include: chips, fruit snacks, cheese crackers, microwavable macaroni and cheese cups, granola bars, juice boxes, oatmeal packets, apple sauce, fruit cups, cookies, crackers, nuts, trail mix, microwavable popcorn, ramen noodles, etc.
Donations can be dropped off in Ms. Cecil's room (2214).
High School Pages
*Remember to check your grade-level pages for information from your GLC.
Limited Supply of Yearbooks Available for Purchase
Limited supply! This is the last chance to order one of the few remaining copies of the yearbook. Act fast as they are being sold on a first come, first serve basis.
Ready to order your HS yearbook? Click here!
College Admissions Bootcamp
This summer (July 28-August 1) rising seniors (Class of 2026) have the opportunity to participate in an intensive week-long college admissions bootcamp workshop with Dr. LeCarner.
The Bootcamp will take place at PRA in the high school library from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and the fee for the Bootcamp is $500. For more information, visit our news story here. To sign up, click here.
High School Cross Country Information Meeting
Want to learn more about our high school Cross Country program? Please plan to attend our information meeting on Monday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m. via Google Meet.
We will review summer training plans, summer camp, overview of the season, and Nike Nationals. You can attend using this link.
Tickets for Reserved Seating at Graduation
Senior families,
This week, your students received an email asking them to complete the graduation tickets request form. If your student has not yet talked to you about this, please spend some time with them to ensure they request an accurate number of tickets. The form also includes a link to a FAQ document and is due Friday, May 2.
Football Parent Meeting
Whether you're a parent of a new PRA football player or a parent of a player who has been with us for awhile, you're strongly encouraged to attend the Football Parent Meeting on Wednesday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the high school library.
Coach Storer and our team moms will be talking about the offseason, season, expectations, food, fundraising requirements, volunteering, and accountability and commitment game. They will also take questions. We hope to see you there!
Case Studies Night
Have you ever wondered what college admissions officers are looking for in an application? Or how to highlight your strengths and stand out from the crowd?
Join the amazing ROAR officers on April 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. as they walk through sample applications (case studies) with students and parents, providing valuable insights into the admissions process.
Before the case studies, there will be a small college fair from 5:30 - 6:00 p.m., with the case studies starting promptly at 6:00 p.m.
Athletics News
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Winter Sports Award Winners
The PRA Athletic Department would like to congratulate all our winter athletes who received All-League and State recognition! We are proud of you!
Click on this link to full the complete list of 2024-25 winter sports achievements.
Soccer Senior Day: April 24
Come support our undefeated and No. 1 ranked girls' soccer team as they honor their eight graduating seniors next Thursday, April 24th at 4 p.m. on the HS Turf Field! This will be a "Blackout" themed game.
*Senior Recognition will begin promptly at 3:45pm.
Buy tickets online using the link. All PRA staff and students get in FREE! The Snowy Churro food truck will also be available.
Sports Portraits Available!
It's not too late to get your sports portraits! PRA's sports portraits provider, Cassano Creations, is offering package options for fall, winter and spring sports.
Visit https://cassanocreations.shootproof.com/ to find a specific team's gallery and to choose your package.
Packages are delivered to parent emails once completed.
Volunteering and Community Service
