Superintendent’s Update: Congratulations Class of 2024

Lyons Middle Senior High School Class of 2024 graduates celebrate by doing their Grad Walk with students at Lyons Elementary. A long tradition in St. Vrain Valley Schools has been for all graduates to walk the halls of their elementary and middle schools to celebrate their success with the community. Click here to see Grad Walk photos from all of our high schools.


Superintendent’s Update

Dear St. Vrain Valley Community,

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. The thunderous applause that they will receive as they walk across the stage to receive their diploma is not only a testament to their many outstanding achievements; it also serves as a symbol of our community’s enduring commitment to the continued success of our students, teachers, staff, parents, and community. It is an honor to stand alongside our Board of Education, teachers, staff, parents, administrators, and other community partners to celebrate the Class of 2024 and recognize their significant accomplishments.

From their preschool years to the present, these graduates have earned unprecedented levels of achievement and success. The Class of 2024 has excelled in high-quality instructional focus academies, including Biomedical Sciences, Business, Energy, Engineering and Aerospace, Medical and BioScience, Leadership, STEM, Visual and Performing Arts, Pathways to Teaching (P-TEACH), Pathways in Technology Early College High School Associate Degree Program (P-TECH), and more. They have been highly engaged in their school communities, participating in co-curricular activities, including the arts, music, athletics, and numerous advanced career and technology programs. Their hours spent engaged in work-based internships and community service are also nothing less than impressive.

Further, our graduates have enrolled in a record number of Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and concurrent enrollment college-level courses, giving them a leading start on their postsecondary education, with thousands of college credits already on their transcripts, saving families millions of dollars in future tuition costs. Our seniors have also received numerous recognitions for their academic achievements, talents, and innovative ideas, including Boettcher Scholarships, Daniels Scholarships, National Merit semifinalists and finalists, All-State athletes, All-State musicians, and acceptance letters from many of America’s highly competitive colleges, universities, and military institutions.

Public education is one of the most powerful systems for driving positive change in our society, and we have no greater responsibility than ensuring that every child in our community receives a rigorous, engaging, and high-quality education. St. Vrain Valley Schools prepares our students for a complex, highly-technical, and globalized world, and to move beyond graduation with a strong competitive advantage and a drive for learning and continued growth.

To our graduating seniors, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude and wish you the very best in life. You are truly a compassionate, dedicated, and innovative class who will boldly lead our country into the future. I am incredibly proud of you.

Sincerely,
Don Haddad, Ed.D.
Superintendent
@SVVSDSupt


Featured Stories

The Class of 2024

Meet Our Outstanding Graduates

Meet just a few of our approximately 2,200 outstanding graduates who will walk across a stage this week to receive their St. Vrain Valley Schools diploma. Congratulations to all students in the Class of 2024. Click here to read more.

The Class of 2024

St. Vrain’s 4.0+ Grads Around the World

We are preparing our students for their future by giving them a strong competitive advantage and cultivating a drive for learning and continued growth.
See where our 4.0+ graduates are attending college in the fall.

The Class of 2024

Innovation Center graduating seniors reflect on experiences

At the Innovation Center, 67 seniors from around the district participated in after-school project teams, while 303 seniors took classes. Student project teams are paid, work-based learning opportunities where high school students explore career options through hands-on projects and mentoring from industry professionals. Click here to read more.

Advancing Pathways

SVVSD paves a path for students to go to college

St. Vrain Valley School District announced last month that it established a partnership with Metropolitan State University in Denver that will allow students an easier path to higher education. Click here to read more.

Global Excellence

Robotics team takes home highest award from world competition

The VEX robotics team, Pronounce This, from Longmont High School received the Excellence Award from the VEX World championship — the highest award given to a team. Click here to read more.

State Excellence

CO Education leaders learn from SVVSD

In March, education leaders from across the state gathered at the Innovation Center to learn how the St. Vrain Valley School District designs, tests and scales innovative and effective practices within the district and across the state and country. Click here to read more.


2024 Bond Proposal

The St. Vrain Valley Schools Board of Education is considering a bond proposal that may appear on the November 5, 2024 ballot. The funding proposal—which would NOT increase property taxes—would address many important priorities. Click here to learn more about the proposal.


In the News


Important Reminders, Events, and Opportunities

Student Opportunities

Summer Program Registration Now Open

St. Vrain Valley Schools offers robust summer programming options to keep students engaged in their academic learning.
Click here to read more.

The Class of 2024

2024 Graduation Livestream Links

All of St. Vrain’s upcoming graduation ceremonies will be live streamed.
Click here for more information.

ComMunity Connection

We’re Hiring! Join the #StVrainStorm

Join a highly supportive and effective team of professionals who are having a significant impact on the lives of students and families in our community.
Click here to browse our open positions.


Stapp Inspires Educator Highlight

In partnership with Stapp Interstate Toyota we recognize Danielle Mignon and Jordyn Kessler, the special education team at Northridge Elementary School for their exceptional and inspiring work. Click here to see more Stapp Inspires Educator Highlights.
Frederick High School