Colden Elementary wrapped up PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) with the traditional closing ceremony! The whole school wore red T-shirts with this year's chosen design, created by fourth grader Kendall Lawton. Reader's Theater winners were Mrs. Kaznowski's and Mrs. Fisher/Prichard's classes. A special thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Springville for their donation, which funded the books given to students during the week!
4 months ago, Springville-Griffith PR
Colden Elementary students read for 15 minutes a day in order to earn tickets for prizes during PARP (Pick a Reading Partner), but they also took time to "Drop Everything and Read!" Students could be seen in the hallways and even in specials, stopping to read a good book!
4 months ago, Springville-Griffith PR
To spread the magic of reading, Colden Elementary had a special visitor! Mrs. Claus traveled from the North Pole to distribute books and bookmarks to students during the first week of PARP (Pick a Reading Partner). She was assisted by Colden "elves" Paxton Worthington and Liviana Beuler as they visited each classroom. Mrs. Claus and Santa can't wait to hear all about the stories our students read throughout the year when they visit again in December!
4 months ago, Springville-Griffith PR
Happy March, Colden Elementary School families! Can you believe we’ve officially flipped the calendar to March? Check out the March Keeping Up with Colden newsletter, which highlights important dates, upcoming events, and exciting happenings at Colden Elementary School. We are looking forward to a wonderful month of learning and growth together!
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Yesterday, Colden Elementary kicked off the annual 2-week PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) celebration! This year’s theme is “Christmas: Believe in the Magic of Reading!" The first event was to welcome local author Eric Williams, who talked about his book "Secret Patrol."
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Yesterday, Colden Elementary students celebrated the 100th Day of School! Younger students dressed up as 100-year-olds, wore 100th-day shirts, or dressed like the Grannies from Bluey! In Kindergarten, Mrs. CV's class made cereal necklaces with 100 Froot Loops, and they went on a 100-step journey through the halls to a treasure chest containing sparkly pencils and bracelets! Mrs. Crosby's Pre-K class competed in the 100-Day Olympics!
5 months ago, Springville-Griffith PR
The weather cooperated the last day before break for a snow-filled Winter Fun Day at Colden Elementary! The students enjoyed a variety of activities that kept their bodies and minds active, from tubing and an obstacle course to broomball, bingo and a scavenger hunt!
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Happy February to all of you! As we settle back into our routines, check out the February Keeping Up with Colden newsletter, which highlights important dates, upcoming events, and exciting happenings at Colden Elementary School. We are looking forward to a wonderful month of learning and growth together!
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UPDATE: TeamSmiles is now open to Spingville High School students as well! That means students from all four SGI buildings can attend this free, fun dental care and dental education day at the Bills' Field House! Families who are interested in signing up can contact their child's school nurse.
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Colden students who were recognized for the character trait of responsibility were treated to sundaes with Buffalo Bills player Cam Lewis! Thank you to everyone who made this special opportunity possible for our students!
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The New York State Digital Equity Survey for parents is a crucial tool for understanding and promoting educational equity, including digital equity for all students in New York State. The survey collects data on student access to devices and internet access in their places of residence, helping educators better serve their students and families. Parents or guardians are encouraged to complete the survey for each child.
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Springville-Griffith Institute CSD is offering Full-Day Universal Pre-Kindergarten sessions in-house at Colden Elementary School and with our partners at Early Bird for the 2026-2027 school year! More information and survey:
https://www.springvillegi.org/article/2616693Please drop off your survey by February 13 at any SGI school or mail it to Colden Elementary School, 8263 Boston-Colden Road, Colden, NY 14033, Attention: UPK, to participate in the lottery. Space is limited.
Transportation will be provided to both locations by our Transportation Department to and from school. Please note that students must be four years old to ride a school bus.
6 months ago, Springville-Griffith PR
Happy New Year! We hope you and your family enjoyed a restful and joyful holiday break. As we begin the new year, check out the January Keeping Up with Colden newsletter, which highlights important dates, upcoming events, and exciting happenings at Colden Elementary School. We are looking forward to a wonderful month of learning and growth together!
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Colden Elementary premiered its first annual Original Music Guest Artist Visit, offering a unique experience for student musicians who performed original songs alongside the artists who wrote them. The first guest artist was NYC-based singer-songwriter Rocco Dellaneve AKA Rocco of the Snow, and student performances were centered on his album "Prime Mover." Fourth- and fifth-grade band students, as well as returning middle school students, performed multiple tracks with the band at the direction of Mr. DiGiacomo. Thank you to the Springville Griffith Education Community Foundation for the grant support that made this opportunity possible and helped bring professional-level music education experiences to our students!
#ExperientialLearning #RedefiningRural
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Twas the week before break, and all through Mrs. Hartnett's and Mrs. Hall's kindergarten class, the children were stirring! Students had a great time making their own gingerbread Play-Doh and constructing gingerbread houses! And it wouldn't be December without some Bills' spirit! Happy Holidays and Go Bills!
7 months ago, Springville-Griffith PR
Colden Elementary students enjoyed some holiday cheer before break at the Winter Carnival! Students made holiday arts and crafts and spent time with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
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Last week, Colden Elementary students were able to visit the annual Holiday Shop to select gifts for their families. Thank you to the Colden PTA volunteers who make this holiday tradition possible!
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Mrs. Crosby's and Mrs. Embt's Pre-K class at Colden Elementary is having a great time learning about all the holiday traditions this week! They even decorated their very own Gingerbread Houses to take home!
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First graders at Colden Elementary have been embracing the holiday spirit while focusing on our character trait of the month, kindness. Students learned about one another’s traditions and showed kindness by helping “fill” stockings for staff members, a beloved Colden holiday tradition. They also enjoyed making gingerbread houses, sharing decorating ideas, and offering kind comments about each other’s creative designs. We are grateful for our families’ support in making these meaningful holiday experiences possible.
7 months ago, Springville-Griffith PR
Winter is a wonderful time to have fun in the snow! Mrs. Hatnett's pre-K class at Colden Elementary recently took full advantage of the fluffy drifts around the school!
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