Innovation Center Welcomes Astronaut, Sparks Student Inspiration

Duane “Digger” Carey, a former NASA astronaut, visited the Innovation Center on May 5 for “An Audience with an Astronaut,” hosted in partnership with the Space Foundation. During his presentation, Carey reflected on his path to serving as the pilot of Space Shuttle Columbia on the STS-109 mission in 2002, a critical servicing mission for...<br><a title="Innovation Center Welcomes Astronaut, Sparks Student Inspiration" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/05/06/innovation-center-welcomes-astronaut-sparks-student-inspiration/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Innovation Center Welcomes Astronaut, Sparks Student Inspiration </span>Read More</a>

Niwot High School Student Builds a Future with Salesforce

When Isaac Wicks, a junior at Niwot High School, began his freshman year, he was interested in a variety of pathways. Just three short years later, he has earned three Salesforce certifications and completed a real-world internship where he applied the skills he gained through those programs. What first piqued Isaac’s interest in Salesforce was...<br><a title="Niwot High School Student Builds a Future with Salesforce" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/30/niwot-high-school-student-builds-a-future-with-salesforce/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Niwot High School Student Builds a Future with Salesforce </span>Read More</a>

St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year

St. Vrain Valley Schools has been recognized by the NAMM Foundation as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education, marking the district’s sixth consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. This national designation celebrates school districts that demonstrate exceptional commitment to ensuring all students have access to high-quality music education as part of a...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/29/st-vrain-valley-schools-earns-national-recognition-as-a-best-community-for-music-education-for-sixth-consecutive-year/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year </span>Read More</a>

Innovation Center Educator Advances in Presidential AI Challenge

Mai Vu, AI Program Coordinator at the Innovation Center, first learned about the Presidential AI Challenge over the summer. Designed to encourage both educators and students to address real-world community issues while using artificial intelligence, the challenge immediately caught her attention. Encouraged by colleagues and friends to participate, Vu saw it as an opportunity to...<br><a title="Innovation Center Educator Advances in Presidential AI Challenge" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/29/innovation-center-educator-advances-in-presidential-ai-challenge/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Innovation Center Educator Advances in Presidential AI Challenge </span>Read More</a>

Calling All Space Innovators

Was your child glued to the live stream of Artemis? Do they want to circle the moon (or even a planet) someday? This summer, your student can become a Space Consultant and solve environmental puzzles at the Innovation Center’s Academy for Space Innovation. In partnership with the Space Foundation, the camp, for rising 3rd to […]

Innovation Center Students Design Their Own Instruments

At the Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools, music doesn’t only begin with notes on a page or traditional instruments; it can also start with wires, code, and imagination. On a recent morning, students in the Intro to Music Innovation class gathered around tables scattered with Arduino Leonardo microcontrollers, colorful wires, sensors, and hand-built...<br><a title="Innovation Center Students Design Their Own Instruments" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/20/innovation-center-students-design-their-own-instruments/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Innovation Center Students Design Their Own Instruments </span>Read More</a>

The Design and Build Institute: From Architectural Concept to Construction

High school students – here’s your chance to leave your mark! Create an original design and  learn what it takes from real industry professionals from the world of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction to make it a reality. If you have an interest in learning about architecture or are a builder at heart, and want a […]

St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival

Over two thousand community members came together on Saturday, March 7, for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ first-ever Future Ready Festival at Silver Creek High School. Families and community members filled the campus throughout the afternoon, engaging with educators, asking questions, and exploring innovative programs and opportunities available across the district. The festival featured Advantage Zones...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/08/st-vrain-valley-celebrates-first-ever-future-ready-festival/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival </span>Read More</a>

You’re Invited: Technology Careers Family Night, March 4

St. Vrain Valley Schools high school students and families are invited to attend the Opportunity CLIMB and Boulder Chamber Technology Industry Family Night, an engaging evening designed to connect students with professionals and explore the rapidly evolving world of technology careers. Hosted in partnership with the Boulder Chamber, this event provides a unique opportunity to...<br><a title="You’re Invited: Technology Careers Family Night, March 4" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/02/26/youre-invited-technology-careers-family-night-march-4/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">You’re Invited: Technology Careers Family Night, March 4 </span>Read More</a>

Innovation Center supports student-led project for blind students in Vietnam

For Niwot High School senior Dinh Pham, a childhood friendship in Vietnam became the inspiration for innovation. Working at the Innovation Center, he designed and 3D-printed educational tools inspired by his childhood and a close friend who gradually lost his vision to cataracts, which limited their time playing games together.  “I still wanted to play...<br><a title="Innovation Center supports student-led project for blind students in Vietnam" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/02/20/innovation-center-supports-student-led-project-for-blind-students-in-vietnam/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Innovation Center supports student-led project for blind students in Vietnam </span>Read More</a>

Built for What’s Next: Expanding Opportunities at the Innovation Center

With the final steel beam lifted into place, the topping-out ceremony for the St. Vrain Valley Schools Innovation Center expansion marked a visible milestone in the construction process, but the true significance of the moment reaches far beyond the structure itself. Traditionally, a topping-out ceremony celebrates the completion of a building’s framework, symbolizing gratitude, progress, […]

Join Us: Future-Ready Festival, March 7

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites the community to attend our first-ever Future Ready Festival. This district-wide open house allows visitors to explore the innovative programs and pathways that define the St. Vrain Advantage. Event Details Saturday, March 7 from 2:00-6:00 p.m.Silver Creek High SchoolFree and open to the public Experience the St. Vrain Advantage The...<br><a title="Join Us: Future-Ready Festival, March 7" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/01/27/future-ready-festival-experience-the-st-vrain-advantage/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Join Us: Future-Ready Festival, March 7 </span>Read More</a>

Superintendent’s Update: Opportunities Abound

As we approach our 2024 graduation celebration, I want to take a moment to recognize the unwavering drive, strength of character, and rigorous academic preparation that our approximately 2,200 graduates have demonstrated throughout their time in St. Vrain....<br><a title="Superintendent’s Update: Opportunities Abound" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2025/12/22/superintendents-update-opportunities-abound/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Superintendent’s Update: Opportunities Abound </span>Read More</a>

St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National District of Distinction Award for Transformative Graduation Initiative

St. Vrain Valley Schools has been named a 2026 District of Distinction by District Administration, receiving national recognition in the Culture, Vision & Strategic Planning category for our innovative approach to ensuring every student graduates prepared for success. The award honors the district’s comprehensive graduation initiative, which combines the internally-developed GradTracker system with proactive intervention...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National District of Distinction Award for Transformative Graduation Initiative" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2025/12/22/st-vrain-valley-schools-earns-national-district-of-distinction-award-for-transformative-graduation-initiative/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National District of Distinction Award for Transformative Graduation Initiative </span>Read More</a>

Student Interns Lead the Way in Districtwide Sustainability Efforts

Students from Mead, Longmont, Niwot, and Silver Creek High Schools showcased their semester-long sustainability research on Tuesday, December 9, presenting findings on topics such as indoor air quality, climate literacy, greenhouse gas emissions, and sustainable design. Their work reflects a growing commitment across St. Vrain Valley Schools to integrate real-world learning with sustainability initiatives. Throughout...<br><a title="Student Interns Lead the Way in Districtwide Sustainability Efforts" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2025/12/10/student-interns-lead-the-way-in-districtwide-sustainability-efforts/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Student Interns Lead the Way in Districtwide Sustainability Efforts </span>Read More</a>

Superintendent’s Update: Discover Your Path

As we approach our 2024 graduation celebration, I want to take a moment to recognize the unwavering drive, strength of character, and rigorous academic preparation that our approximately 2,200 graduates have demonstrated throughout their time in St. Vrain.

St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Support Staff Job Fair, Oct. 13

Individuals passionate about education who desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students are invited to attend the St. Vrain Valley Schools Support Staff Job Fair. Event Details:Date: Monday, October 13Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Main Street School, 820 Main St. Longmont St. Vrain has a variety of opportunities available in […]

Open House Dates 2025: Explore Programming Across St. Vrain Valley Schools

Across St. Vrain Valley Schools, the upcoming open houses offer families a chance to step inside classrooms, meet dedicated teachers, and discover the unique opportunities available in each school. From advanced academic pathways and innovative STEM programs to arts, athletics, and career-focused courses, these events provide parents and students an inside look at the possibilities […]

St. Vrain Valley Schools Hosts Annual Musical Instrument Drive

St. Vrain’s Fine Arts department is hosting its annual musical instrument collection drive. Members of the community are invited to donate gently used instruments to St. Vrain Valley Schools’ music program and receive a donation receipt from the St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation. There are two drop-off dates at the Lincoln School building on […]

St. Vrain Valley Schools Hosts Band Night, Oct. 8

St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Department of Athletics, Activities, & Fine Arts invites the community to enjoy performances from high school bands across the district. This year’s Band Night event is October 8, at 6:00 p.m. The event will be held at Everly Montgomery Field at Longmont High School. The showcase features nine high school bands: […]

Erie High Student Earns Top Cisco Certification Through St. Vrain’s Opportunity CLIMB Program

At just 16 years old, Erie High School student Jacob Trujillo has reached a remarkable milestone by passing the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam, a professional achievement that typically takes college students 18 to 24 months to complete. Trujillo dedicated his summer to an intensive three-month block of coursework, and by the second day […]

2025 Superintendent’s Town Hall Meetings

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites parents, teachers, staff, and community members to join Superintendent Dr. Jackie Kapushion, for one of our upcoming Superintendent Town Hall meetings. These annual forums, in each of our geographic areas provide an opportunity for Dr. Kapushion and district leaders to listen to our community’s questions and suggestions, celebrate successes, and […]

St. Vrain Innovation Center to double in size, add human performance lab

Plans for the St. Vrain Valley School District’s Innovation Center expansion include a new lab where students can learn to use motion capture technology plus an event space to host robotics tournaments, teacher training and field trips. The district is doubling the size of the Innovation Center, from about 55,000 square feet to about 110,000 […]