Parent & Community Involvement

Parent, guardian, and family engagement is important in supporting the success of Lyons Elementary students. Accordingly, there are many ways for Lyons families to get involved with Lyons Elementary.

Parent Volunteers

If you are interested in volunteering in your student’s classroom or at the school, please contact your student’s teacher or our front office at 303-823-6915.


School Accountability Committee

Our School Accountability Committee reviews school data, goals, and provides feedback on the School Unified Improvement Plan. The committee consists of the principal, two teachers, and two parents.

Current Members

Upcoming Meeting

JOIN OUR TEAM! Reach out to the Office at 303-823-6915, if you are interested in participating


Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

The Lyons Elementary PTO is an essential partner in supporting the advancement of our school and students. This dedicated group of volunteer parents advise on school operations, fundraise for school initiatives, recognize and support teachers, and contribute so much more to the success of our school community.

Contact the Lyons PTO at: les.ptorg@gmail.com

2024-2025 PTO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • President: Liz Schnabolk
  • Vice President: Christine Swanger
  • Treasurers: Dave Merkley
  • Secretary: Katie Polidoro
  • Communications: Sarah Slater
  • Co Event Coordinators: Michael Lubke and Katie Candee
  • Member at Large: Beth Flores and Malena Hirschfeld

PTO Resources

PTO Bylaws

PTO Policy Handbook

2024-25 Brochure

Meetings

Lyons Elementary School PTO  2024-2025 Meeting Schedule

Meetings are generally held on the 4th Monday of each month at 3:00pm at the Lyons Elementary School Library, except for December 19th and May 15th.  Minutes and Agenda for meetings are linked with the date.

Aug. 18th- 3pm PTO Budget Meeting ….. AGENDA. MEETING MINUTES

Sept. 8th 3pm PTO Meeting ….AGENDA. MEETING MINUTES

Oct. 20th 3pm PTO Meeting…AGENDA. MEETING MINUTES

November 10th 3pm PTO Meeting AGENDA MINUTES

December 8th at 3pm PTO Meeting AGENDA. MINUTES

January 12th at 3pm PTO Meeting AGENDA MINUTES

February 9th at 3pm PTO Meeting AGENDA

March 9th at 3pm….AGENDA. MINUTES

Financials

APRIL BUDGET SUMMARY>>

APRIL BUDGET TO ACTUAL>>

APRIL GENERAL LEDGER>>

APRIL GENERAL MISC>>

MARCH STAFF GRANTS>>

APRIL FIELD TRIPS AND ONSITE PROGRAM>>

APRIL BALANCE SHEET>>


Recent News

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Mar 25, 2026

ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited...<br><a title="ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/11/parentsquare-our-new-district-communication-tool/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool </span>Read More</a>

Apr 2, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival

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Feb 5, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Schools to Host Early Access to Kindergarten and First Grade Informational Meeting, Feb. 17

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