The Dental Alliance visited Cherry Creek and taught our 1st-3rd grade students how to care for their teeth.  The ladies presented a marionette puppet show complete with Dr. Molar, Billy the Cavity, and a family of dinosaurs.  Students learned about the frequency of brushing, flossing and visiting the dentist.  It was super fun to learn and be entertained all at the same time.  We sure appreciate the willingness of these ladies to give of their time and help students learn about self care.  

This week, 4 classes had 100% of their students wearing Red on Friday.  Mrs. Davis’ 2nd Grade Class, Ms. Tobler’s 3rd Grade Class, Mrs. Frossard’s 4th Grade Class and Mrs. Zambrano’s 5th Grade Class all received a Spirit Day Trophy.  What a way to create a Tidal Wave of Red on Friday.  Congratulations!

The end of the month brings about the opportunity to celebrate students who are exhibiting greatness in academics and citizenship.  The Student Lighthouse Team and other school leaders do a fantastic job of conducting our monthly assemblies.  We are able to celebrate Top Crocs, and Leaders of the Month.  Each teacher nominates a student to recognize as Leader of the Month, and each grade level nominates a Top Croc.  It is always fun to see the joy on student's faces when their name is read, and then they notice family members in attendance to join us in celebrating them.

One of the favorite rewards students can earn at Cherry Creek is "Croc Cash."  Croc Cash is given out by all faculty members whenever students are caught working hard, making great choices, displaying outstanding citizenship, and many other positive actions.  Classrooms have items students can purchase with Croc Cash, or students can also purchase items from the office.  One of the favorite items students can use their Croc Cash for is to purchase the use of our principal's chair for the day.  This past Monday, while Mrs.

PTA has kicked off the learning and fun with White Ribbon Week.  This is a week focused on teaching students about safety with media and technology.  Each day during White Ribbon Week, the children learn a principle of online behavior.  They are taught through morning power boosts.  Here is a snapshot of the daily focus.