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  • a red,white, and blue button that says "Every Vote Counts" Black bodl words that have a yellow outline say "School Board Election"
    Aug 8, 2025 · Weld County School District No. RE-1

    2025 Election

    Call for Nominations of School Directors

    The Board of Education of Weld County School District RE-1 in the County of Weld, State of Colorado, calls for nomination of candidates for school directors to be placed on the ballot for the regular biennial school election to be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

    At this election, three directors will be elected for a term of office of four years. To be qualified, a candidate must have been a registered elector of the school district for at least 12 consecutive months before the election and must be a resident of the school district. A person is ineligible to run for school director if he or she has been convicted of committing a sexual offense against a child.

    A person who desires to be a candidate for school director shall file a written notice of intention to be a candidate and a nomination petition signed by at least 50 eligible electors who are registered to vote in the regular biennial school election.

    Nomination petitions may be obtained at the Educational Community and Service Center Building, located at 1004 Main Street, Platteville, CO 80651 between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:45 p.m.

    Completed petitions shall be submitted to the Designated Election Official at the Educational Community and Service Center no later than 3:45 p.m. on August 29, 2025.

    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Board of Education of Weld County School District RE-1, County of Weld, State of Colorado has caused this call for nominations to be given this 6th day of August, 2025. For further information, please email loftonl@wcsdre1.org or call (970)350-4204.

    Running for School Board

    A candidate for the Weld County School District RE-1 Board of Education must be:

    • A resident and a registered voter of the school district for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the election
    • Not be convicted of a sexual offense against a child
    • Because school director elections are nonpartisan, candidates may not run as a member of a political party

    Candidate Election Timeline*

    *This timeline is not all encompassing. Candidates are responsible for identifying and meeting all legal and financial deadlines.

    • August 6, 2025: First day to pick up and circulate nomination petitions. Petitions will be available to pick up between 7:30 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Educational Community and Service Center Building, 1004 Main Street, Platteville, CO 80651.
    • August 29, 2025, 3:45 p.m.: Deadline for school director candidates to file a nomination petition with circulators' notarized affidavits, notarized acceptance of nomination, and written notice of intent to be a candidate.
    • August 29, 2025, 3:45 p.m.: Deadline for school director write-in candidates to file an affidavit of intent to be a candidate.
    • November 4, 2025: Election Day

    Resource: Colorado Secretary of State Election Calendar

    Campaign Finance Filing Requirements

    From the CASB School Board Candidate Guide:

    School board candidates must comply with the Colorado Fair Campaign Practices Act (FCPA). All candidates must file a candidate affidavit with the Colorado Secretary of State's office within 10 days of becoming a candidate. Candidates are also required to report contributions and expenditures through the Secretary of State's online TRACER program. These reports are required even if you spend $0.00 campaigning.

    For more information about FCPA reporting requirements and timelines for filing these reports, visit the Colorado Secretary of State's website: www.sos.state.co.us.

    Contact Information

    Questions? Contact Laura Lofton, Designated Election Official, at 970-350-4204 or loftonl@wcsdre1.org.

  • 'Welcome Back To School" banner in a comic book style, surrounded by school-related doodles
    Jul 21, 2025 · Weld County School District No. RE-1

    Welcome Back to School!

    Dear Weld RE-1 Students, Families, and Staff,

    As we begin the 2025–2026 school year, I want to extend a heartfelt welcome back. The start of a new school year is always a time of renewed hope and possibility—a fresh chapter in our shared commitment to ensuring every student learns, grows, and thrives.

    This year, we continue to build on the foundation we’ve laid through our five-year strategic plan. Together, we are focusing on strengthening instruction in every classroom, increasing academic rigor and expectations for all students, and ensuring every learner feels included, supported, and challenged. With the launch of our new math curriculum, ongoing professional learning for our educators, and an emphasis on data-driven instruction, we are aligning our work to what matters most—student success.

    At the heart of Weld RE-1 are our people. I’m incredibly proud of the dedication and care our staff brings each day, the support our families provide, and the resilience and curiosity our students show. It takes all of us working together to create schools where learning is engaging, safe, and student-centered.

    As we prepare for the first day of school, we invite families to join us for our Back-to-School Nights to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and help students feel excited and ready for the year ahead:

    • Gilcrest Elementary: August 5th from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
    • Platteville Elementary: August 6th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
    • Pete Mirich Elementary: August 6th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
    • Valley Middle School: August 6th from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

    We are excited to welcome students back on the following dates:

    • First Day of School for K–12: August 7, 2025
    • First Day of Preschool: August 12, 2025

    Thank you for your continued partnership and belief in our district. I look forward to a great year ahead filled with collaboration, growth, and achievement.

    Let’s make it a strong year—Viking Strong, United as One.

    Warmly, Kimberly Bloemen Superintendent Weld RE-1 School District

About

Weld RE-1's mission is to encourage healthy eating habits among our students. By teaching them to make balanced meals from various food groups—Protein, Whole Grains, Vegetables, Fruits, and low-fat milk—we're instilling lifelong skills. We believe that fostering these habits will contribute positively to their overall well-being. Your continued partnership is vital in this endeavor, and we appreciate your involvement in promoting nutritious choices at home and encouraging them to try new things.

We Pride ourselves in being able to continue to offer FREE breakfast and lunch to all students in our district for the 25-26 school year. This initiative is made possible through the Healthy School Meals for All Act and the Community Eligibility Provision from the USDA.

To maintain our ability to provide these meals, it is essential for all families to submit a free and reduced application annually. This application helps us assess our overall free and reduced meal percentages within the district, which is critical for sustaining this valuable program.

Where can you find a Free and Reduced Data Form

Applications for free or reduced-price meals are available at all schools' main offices, and on your Campus Portal.

All families wishing to be considered for free or reduced-price meals must complete a NEW application at the beginning of EVERY school year. 

The forms can be obtained in person, by printing them offline and returning them to your child's school, emailing a complete copy to: jakelk@wcsdre1.org, or directly mailing a complete copy to: 

FOOD SERVICE PO BOX 157, Gilcrest, CO. 80623.

How to access a Free and Reduced Data Form online:

- Go to Infinite Campus and log in under your parent portal

- Click on MORE on the menu on the left-hand side at the bottom

- Click on Meal Benefits

- Click on Meal Benefits Application

https://weldre1co.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/weldre1.jsp

Benefits of filling out a Free and Reduced Data Form

By completing and submitting the Free and Reduced form, all families will have their district Tech Fees waived for the 2025-2026 school year, regardless of status. Additionally, those who receive free and reduced school meals will qualify for extra P-EBT funds from the state. Students can also benefit from waived or discounted district and sports fees, and discounts throughout their community.

Healthy School Meals Served Daily

The Food Service Department provides Breakfast and Lunch at all district schools as well as partnering with individual schools for special snacks, sack lunches for field trips, and other meals as requested.

Research has shown that good nutrition is critical to student achievement and is an integral part of the education process.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child Nutrition Department sets meal patterns and specific nutrient requirements that our breakfast and lunch menus must meet. Meals are planned to provide students with one-third of their Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) and ensure that they meet the guidelines for calories, fat, sodium, and other essential nutrients.

If you want to join your student for lunch

Parents are always welcome and encouraged to come eat with their student. We invite you to join your child for breakfast or lunch in our school cafeterias! Sharing mealtime is a wonderful way to connect and see firsthand the amazing scratch-cooked meals that we offer.

To ensure we have enough meals prepared, please call or email ahead to reserve a school lunch with your child’s school Secretary or Food Service Team Lead. You can find meal prices and contact details below. Your participation makes lunchtime special for our students, and we look forward to seeing you!

Special Meal Modifications

If your child requires meal modifications due to food allergies, please complete the Meal Modification form, which must be signed by a medical provider. Our Food Services Department can only accommodate these requests in accordance with state requirements with this signed documentation. Your cooperation ensures that we can provide safe and appropriate meals for all students.

FOOD ALLERGY STATEMENT

Please be aware that items served within Weld RE-1 Schools may come into contact with common allergens, including milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans. We serve only unflavored skim, fat-free, 1% white, or 1% chocolate milk. If you have any questions about specific menu items, please reach out to Kim Jakel, our Food Service Supervisor. We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize student safety.

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Files & Folders

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School Meal Prices
Special Diet Discontinuation Form.pdf
Meal Modification Form for a Disability.pdf
Meal Modification Form for a Special Diet Request.pdf
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