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State of 5J Episode 4 - Our Staff

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Episode 4 - Our staff are the heart of Weld Re-5J.

In Episode 4 of State of 5J, we celebrate the incredible people who show up every day to help students belong, grow, and inspire. From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and every space in between, our staff make a difference in the lives of students and families.

We're grateful to our community and families for investing in our people and helping create a district where staff feel supported, valued, and part of a family. Together, we're building the best possible future for every student.

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Knights Starting '26-27

First days of school at Milliken Intermediate School

Teacher Learning Time

Our 5J elementary educators came back together after summer break, building belonging within and across schools, collaborating across specialty areas and grade levels, and exploring new literacy resources to help every student grow.

Thank you to The Weld Trust for investing in our 5J students and educators. This partnership, which is bringing research-informed literacy materials into our classrooms to complement the expertise of our staff, is going to have a powerful impact.

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5J Faces of Impact - Collaboration

5J Faces of Impact
Each month, we highlight staff who help shape the future — one student, one moment, one connection at a time.

What Collaboration Means in Weld RE‑5J — and Why It Matters
In Weld RE‑5J, collaboration is more than a meeting on a calendar—it’s a commitment to ensuring every student learns at high levels. When staff collaborate, students benefit from the combined expertise, creativity, and care of an entire team—not just one classroom teacher. This month in 5J Faces of Impact, we highlight how staff across Weld RE‑5J come together to support students, elevate learning, and live out our commitment to continuous improvement.

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Responsible Knights

OuR Graduate Spotlight: RESPONSIBLE

In 5J, responsibility shines in every classroom, hallway, and community space. We’re celebrating the many ways our students and staff bring the OuR Graduate characteristic of being RESPONSIBLE to life—through their actions, leadership, and commitment to learning and growth.

Learn more from MES 2nd graders, MIS Knights of the Month, one of our many dedicated paraprofessionals, RMS members of National Junior Honor Society, and RHS students engaged in Work-Based Learning.

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Five Years of Building Futures Together

Spaces that Inspire. Learning that Lasts.

For the past five years, Weld RE-5J has worked hand-in-hand with our community to create environments where every learner—and every educator—feels a deep sense of belonging. With the support of the community and voters, the passing of the 2020 Bond allowed multiple capital projects and maintenance improvements to launch. These enhancements are not just about buildings; they are about opportunities for growth, passion, and preparing for the future. Together, we have ensured that our schools are safe, accessible, welcoming, and designed for collaboration and innovation. Every improvement reflects our shared commitment: to extend the life of our facilities, reduce costly repairs, and provide spaces that are developmentally appropriate, aesthetically pleasing, and ready for tomorrow. We are proud to celebrate that journey—and the community that made it possible.
 

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Going Above and Beyond!

Aiden was nominated by his assistant principal at MIS: Each lunch since about November 1st Aiden chose to work for the school. Each and every lunch he clears his lunch then quickly gets to his feet and starts helping our custodians. He sweeps some days, or picks up trash left there by other students. He’s always ready to help with carrying trays. Most of the other kids don’t even say “thank you” but he does it anyway. He is a shining example that we as people can be better to others. Oftentimes he has to miss a couple minutes of his recess as a consequence of helping and he has told me many times he doesn’t care. He’s the first person I thought of when you said “someone who goes above and beyond".

Historically, challenge coins have been presented by unit commanders in recognition of special achievement by a member of the unit, or the unit as a whole. Keep an eye out for these special coins, which feature the Johnstown and Milliken Police Department badges, as well as our school logos. These coins will be awarded by our School Resource Officers who witness or hear of students going above and beyond, exemplifying the traits that we look for in our graduates, and just being wonderful humans. 

These coins have been funded by the Bullying Prevention and Education Grant.
 

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Check out all of the great things that our Milliken Knights are doing and stay up-to-date on the latest school happenings!
 
 

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