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About

Elk Creek Elementary School provides instruction for preschool and kindergarten through fifth grade.

Mission

Elk Creek Elementary is a caring and learning community. It focuses on an innovative and challenging curriculum that prepares all students academically, emotionally and physically for today and tomorrow.

History

Elk Creek Elementary School opened in the fall of 1989 and served more than 500 students in kindergarten through sixth grade. However, sixth grade was moved to West Jefferson Middle School in the 1990s. In 2017, the school welcomed prekindergarten (PK) students and became a PK–5 school.

Elk Creek principals and their years of leadership:

  • Jerry Williams: 1989–1995
  • Colleen Kerr: 1995–1999
  • Joey Wilson: 1999–2003
  • Joann Marion: 2003–2012
  • Ryan Lucas: 2012–2018
  • Valerie Pollitt: 2018–present

Conifer Articulation Area

Jeffco Public Schools is divided into 17 articulation areas that provide assigned schools for each neighborhood.

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A to Z Guide

View Elk Creek programs and other offerings listed A through Z.

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Attendance

Regular attendance is crucial to student success. Review Jeffco’s attendance policies and procedures. 

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Bell Schedule

Access the Elk Creek daily bell schedule.

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Calendar

Stay up to date on Elk Creek events, activities and other happenings. Plus, view the school year calendar.

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Directory

Get contact information for Elk Creek faculty and staff.

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Dress Code

Elk Creek follows Jeffco’s guidelines for appropriate student dress.

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Inclement Weather

Weather can impact school-day operations. View Jeffco’s inclement weather policies and procedures.

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Meet the Principal

Get to know Elk Creek’s school leader.

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Safety

The safety and well-being of students and staff is Elk Creek’s top priority.

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Student & Family Handbook

The student & family handbook outlines policies, procedures and student expectations.

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Why Should You Attend Elk Creek Elementary?

Learn more about what Elk Creek offers and why you should attend.

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