Pomona Elementary School

06/05/2026

🚽 Kindergarten Readiness: Bathroom Independence 🚽

One of the many ways children build confidence for kindergarten is by practicing bathroom independence. Simple daily routines at home can help children feel more comfortable navigating the school day and focusing on learning, friendships, and fun.

Helpful skills include:
✔️ Managing clothing independently
✔️ Using the toilet independently
✔️ Washing hands thoroughly

These skills are not required for students to start kindergarten, but practicing them at home every day can make a big difference in helping your child feel more confident and ready for school.

Learn more about kindergarten readiness: d51schools.org/kinderready

06/01/2026

Kindergarten classrooms at D51 Schools are social, active spaces where students learn and grow together every day! ✨ Helpful readiness skills like taking turns, sharing toys, using kind words, and playing cooperatively help build confidence, connection, and a strong start to learning. These skills are not required to start kindergarten, but practicing them at home each day can make a big difference in helping your child feel more confident and ready for school. 💙

05/28/2026

Our teachers and admin are continuing to grow their brains this week at Mindspark!

Pomona is learning about STEAM and planning for next year's Problem Based Learning.

05/26/2026

School just ended , why not get prepared for fall enrollment by checking off some on those wellness checks in one visit for free?!
🤓Vision Exam with FREE glasses if needed!
🦷Dental Screening
👂🏽Hearing Screening
🗣Speech & Language Screening
💉Immunizations
🍼Help finding childcare or other child resources
We are proud to host our bi-annual Children's Health Fair at the Clifton Community Center! Come visit us at the Clifton Campus on Friday June 12th between 9am-6pm. Please register for vision exams at this link: https://tinyurl.com/MesaVision

School just ended , why not get prepared for fall enrollment by checking off some on those wellness checks in one visit for free?!
🤓Vision Exam with FREE glasses if needed!
🦷Dental Screening
👂🏽Hearing Screening
🗣Speech & Language Screening
💉Immunizations
🍼Help finding childcare or other child resources

We are proud to host our bi-annual Children's Health Fair at the Clifton Community Center! Come visit us at the Clifton Campus on Friday June 12th between 9am-6pm. Please register for vision exams at this link: https://tinyurl.com/MesaVision

05/26/2026

If you want to get a head start on next year's school supply list while you're shopping during the summer, here it is:

05/25/2026

05/19/2026

Today was Pomona’s last day of the 25-26 school year. We hope you all have an amazing summer break! See you in August !!

05/18/2026

A huge thank you to Elevate Kids and the School District 51 Foundation for their generous $500 donation to Pomona’s PE department!

We are excited to use these funds at the beginning of the 2026–2027 school year to purchase new equipment for our PE classes.

We truly appreciate your support and generosity!


Mesa County Valley School District 51
Pomona Elementary School

05/18/2026

Still looking for a few library books …. Feel free to drop them off any time this week!