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Inside Kindergarten at Sleeping Giant School
If you walk down the kindergarten hallway at Sleeping Giant School, you’ll notice two distinct rhythms at work—both shaped by teachers who have spent decades in the classroom and centered on making sure our youngest learners feel safe, seen, and heard.
Now Hiring: Nutritional Services Sous Chef
Join the SSSD Nutritional Services team! We are looking for morning culinary staff to help prep and serve healthy meals to our students.
- Work-Life Balance: School hours only—no nights, no weekends, and summers off.
- Great Perks: Excellent pay and full benefits package.
- Daily Role: Simple menu meal prep, lunch service, and kitchen cleanup.
Now Hiring: Paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year!
The Steamboat Springs School District is now hiring paraprofessionals for our schools!
Click here to apply today!
Preschool and Kindergarten Registration Now Open
Registration is now open for preschool and kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year in the Steamboat Springs School District.
Visit the Enrollment page to get started
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Steamboat Springs School District provides safe, inclusive, challenging, and authentic learning experiences that prepares all students to be inspired to explore the world and contribute with integrity.
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Board of Education Business Meeting, October 12, 2026 at 4:30 pm at SSMS
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If you walk down the kindergarten hallway at Sleeping Giant School, you’ll notice two distinct rhythms at work—both shaped by teachers who have spent decades in the classroom and centered on making sure our youngest learners feel safe, seen, and heard.
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The Society of Health and Physical Education (SHAPE) Colorado has named Erin Early the recipient of the 2026–2027 Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year Award. The statewide honor recognizes educators who make exceptional contributions to health, physical education, and dance.
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The Colorado Association of School Business Officials (CASBO) has named Kristi Bertron and the Steamboat Springs School District (SSSD) team as this year’s Summit Award recipients! The Summit Award recognizes exceptional innovation, vision, and teamwork among school business professionals.
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When state-level grant reductions created a $110,000 shortfall for school-based mental health services for the 2026–2027 school year, the Yampa Valley Community Foundation (YVCF) stepped in to close the gap.
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Mark your calendars! SSSD Board Directors Kim Lemmer and Jane Toothaker invite parents, staff, and community members to drop by for a Board Chat focused on "Technology in Our Schools."
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Due to expected inclement weather and safety precautions, the SSHS Homecoming Dance on Saturday, Sept. 19, is moving from The Base to Steamboat Resort’s Grand Ballroom.
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If you or your student rides routes 6, 11, or 26, review these updates effective Monday, September 21.
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Lennyn Arndt, a Steamboat Springs High School senior, was named a semifinalist in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®).
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