The 2026 Five Star 5K and Miles of Smiles is returning on Saturday, May 9!
Whether you run, jog, stroll, roll, or cheer from the sidelines, this fun, family-friendly event is all about bringing our community together. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome, and every step helps create a morning full of connection and celebration.
Even better, the event also features our FREE Multicultural Wellness Festival - open to the entire community - where you can enjoy:
🍴 Delicious food
🎲 Games and activities for all ages
🎁 Fun giveaways
💟 Community partners and wellness resources
Register today to guarantee your t-shirt size: adams12.org/fivestar5k
Join us as we explore GiANT’s 5 Voices, a practical framework that helps each of us understand our natural leadership and communication style. By learning our own Voice and how others prefer to communicate, we’ll strengthen how we listen, collaborate, and lead together so every voice in our community is truly heard and valued. .
Friday, March 6 | 9–10:30 a.m.
Educational Support Center (1500 E. 128th Ave, Thornton)
Sessions are free but please RSVP for planning!
More info: www.adams12.org/PLAN
Board of Education Community Engagement Night
We believe our families are our greatest partners in student success. Join the Board of Education for an evening dedicated to listening, learning, and elevating family voices across our district.
Come share your experiences and help us envision the future of family engagement in our schools!
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, February 4
Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
Location: Educational Support Center (1500 E. 128th Ave., Thornton)
RSVP by Thursday, Jan. 28.
Join us for an interactive session on how parent groups can better welcome and engage multilingual families. We’ll share simple, realistic strategies and talk about small changes that can make a big difference in helping all families feel connected and included.
Friday, Jan. 23 | 9–10:30 a.m.
Educational Support Center (1500 E. 128th Ave, Thornton)
Sessions are free but please RSVP for planning!
More info: www.adams12.org/PLAN
All schools will be OPEN on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Early this evening, Xcel Energy notified us that they have revised their map to limit the area impacted by any potential planned power outage tomorrow.
Xcel has confirmed that no schools within our district boundaries will be subject to a planned power outage. As such, all schools will be OPEN tomorrow, Wednesday, Dec. 17.
📢 Thanks to our community’s support, 5B passed! Learn more about how we’ll use MLO funding to invest in staff, safety & expanded programs www.adams12.org/mlo-funding
🗓️ Add the webinar to your calendar > https://bit.ly/MLO-QA
📢 It’s official! Board of Education places $39.42 million mill levy override on the November ballot. Learn more > adams12.org/MLO-funding
Apply Today: Five Star Leadership Academy
Curious how schools are funded, how student assessments are used, or how we keep students safe? The Five Star Leadership Academy offers parents and community members a unique opportunity to learn about district and state education, connect with leaders and peers, and discover how you can make a difference. Fill out the form in the app or learn more and apply today: www.adams12.org/fsla.
📢Families - Join your child’s classes in the app and be able to communicate directly with teachers! Here's How: 1. Open the district app | 2. Select Rooms at the bottom of the screen and | 3. Follow the prompts to log in (use email or cell # associated with your IC parent portal) | 4. You're IN!
🗓️First Day of School - Tues., August 12 for ALL Students! ⭐‼️Class schedules are now available in Infinite Campus (IC) for families that have completed online check-in. To find your child's schedule or to complete the process, login to the IC Parent Portal at https://ic.adams12.org/campus/portal/adams12.jsp