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09Mar

MondayAll Day

Spring Recess 3/9-3/13: No School

27Mar

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Professional Release Day - No Classes

24Apr

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Professional Release Day - No Classes

27Apr

MondayAll Day

Parent Conference Exchange Day - No Classes

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Side Creek Elementary - Home of the Wolverines!

MISSION: We exist to inspire a community of learners who are respectful, responsible and ready to develop the skills necessary to shape successful futures.;

VISION: Side Creek students believe they can achieve, learn and grow through communication and collaboration. Our staff is committed to partnering with students and families in support of this vision

School Hours & Bell Times

First Bell at: 8 a.m.
School Hours: 8:05 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
1/2 Day AM Preschool Hours: 7:55 a.m.-10:55 a.m.
1/2 Day PM Preschool Hours: 11:40 a.m.-2:40 p.m.
Full Day Preschool (Mon. -Thurs): 7:55 a.m.-2:40 p.m.

Morning Supervision does not begin until 7:45 a.m.
Early dismissal will not be accepted after 2 p.m. (except in cases of emergencies)

Office Hours: 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

Attendance Line: 303-755-1785 or [email protected]

Contact Us

Principal: Nelson Van Vranken
Vice Principal: Laura Cooper
Secretary: LaQuana Guillory-Williams

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Recent News

New Pick Up and Drop Off Procedures for 2025-26

28 July 2025

Please follow these guidelines on parking and picking up or dropping off your student

Already registered in APS? Check Your Student in for the 2025-26 School Year Starting July 1!

01 July 2025

Parents or guardians must check in their returning students using this online system before the start of the school year to review and update important student and family information.

Innovation Learning now offers before and after school care for Side Creek!

13 June 2024

All K-5 students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch will receive free after school care!

Every Student Shapes a Successful Future

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District Notices

Important Update: 2026-27 School Start & End Times

03 March 2026

We are excited to share that beginning in the 2026-27 school year, APS will implement a districtwide bell schedule alignment as part of our commitment to student success and the priorities of our Destination APS Strategic Plan.

2026–27 & 2027–28 School Calendars Approved by APS Board of Education

09 February 2026

As part of the calendar development process, families and staff were invited to share feedback through our annual engagement surveys in October 2025.

Prepare Your Students for Upcoming State Assessments

08 January 2026

Many students will participate in state testing this spring. Learn how to help your students do their very best!

Reaching for Excellence!