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Upcoming Events

15May

FridayAll Day

Lunch - Chicken Alfredo

Tuesday1:30PM - 2:40PM

Full Day Preschool - Parent Days

20May

WednesdayAll Day

Last Day of Preschool

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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

Order Your Side Creek Yearbook Today!

09 April 2026

Take home your adventure with a 2025-26 school yearbook!

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.

Every Student Shapes a Successful Future

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District Notices

Finish the 2026-27 School Year Strong!

29 April 2026

Even though the end of the school year is near, teaching and learning continues. The last day of school for most APS students is May 21. Students, be present and ready to learn every day so you can finish the school year strong!

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.

Reaching for Excellence!