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McKinley-Thatcher inspires authentic, joyful learners who are ready to explore the world. Students achieve academic excellence supported by teachers and staff who create 21st century learning environments and foster social and emotional development.

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March 17, 2026

3rd-5th Grade CMAS Testing — April 2026

Our 3rd, 4th, & 5th grade students will be participating in CMAS testing during April 2026. Please click the “Continue Reading” link below for more information.

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March 4, 2026

A Warm Welcome to Our New 2026-2027 School Families!

We are excited to extend a very warm welcome to our new 2026-2027 families! Please click the “Continue Reading” link below for more information.

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March 27, 2026

News from the Nest — March 27, 2026

In this newsletter: NO SCHOOL next week for Spring Break, register for our Calm & Kind Family Workshop Series, CMAS testing for 3rd-5th grade, and more! Please click the “Continue Reading” link below for more information.

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Upcoming Events

06
Apr
NO SCHOOL: McKinley Staff Planning Day
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08
Apr
CMAS Testing: 3rd-5th Grade (Literacy)
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13
Apr
2026-2027 Discovery Link Registration
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13
Apr
CMAS Testing: 3rd-5th Grade (Math)
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13
Apr
Collaborative School Committee Meeting
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15
Apr
PTA April Fundraiser: Next Level Veggie Grill
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15
Apr
Calm & Kind Family Workshop Series
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16
Apr
CMAS Testing: 5th Grade (Science)
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16
Apr
4th Grade Walking Field Trip (Ms. Hoffmann’s homeroom): Decker Branch Library
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16
Apr
Student Safety Summit @ Place Bridge Academy
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17
Apr
ECE ONLY: No School
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17
Apr
4th Grade Walking Field Trip (Ms. Fellows’ homeroom): Decker Branch Library
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20
Apr
CMAS Testing: 5th Grade (Science)
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20
Apr
3rd Grade Field Trip: Confluence Park
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22
Apr
Calm & Kind Family Workshop Series
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24
Apr
Monthly School Value Assembly
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24
Apr
4th Grade Field Trip: Shakespeare Festival
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29
Apr
2nd Grade Field Trip: Musical Explorers
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01
May
NO SCHOOL: DPS Staff Planning Day
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05
May
2026-2027 Discovery Link Registration REOPENS
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07
May
PTA May Fundraiser: Lava Island
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11
May
3rd Grade Field Trip: History Colorado
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12
May
2nd Grade Field Trip: Denver Zoo
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12
May
3rd Grade Field Trip: History Colorado
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19
May
5th Grade Overnight Field Trip: Balarat
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20
May
4th Grade Field Trip: Grant Frontier Park
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25
May
NO SCHOOL: Memorial Day
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27
May
ECE ONLY: LAST DAY of School (HALF-DAY!)
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29
May
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (half-day)
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29
May
End-of-Year Awards Assembly
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