Basalt Education Foundation

Basalt Education Foundation Empowering Basalt Public Schools to thrive through community investment.

The Basalt Education Foundation seeks to maximize community investment in the Basalt schools to deliver innovative, creative programming and experiences for every student, removing all school budgetary constraints, to provide students with the highest quality education possible.

06/03/2026

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Big day for Basalt second graders! 🚲On May 15, BEF is partnering with Wish for Wheels to gift 40 Basalt Elementary secon...
05/14/2026

Big day for Basalt second graders! 🚲

On May 15, BEF is partnering with Wish for Wheels to gift 40 Basalt Elementary second-graders their very own bikes and helmets.

Wish for Wheels has helped put more than 99,000 bikes in kids’ hands since 2004, and this year, 40 of those bikes are rolling into BES.

Every second grader will bring their bike to school for a day of riding, with volunteers from Roaring Fork Cycling helping out and the Basalt Police Department and Roaring Fork Fire Rescue joining in for bike safety before students hit the pavement.

Let's ride!

Volunteer: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/659117

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¡Gran día para los estudiantes de segundo grado de Basalt! 🚲

El 15 de mayo, BEF se asociará con Wish for Wheels para regalarles a 40 estudiantes de segundo grado de la Escuela Primaria Basalt sus propias bicicletas y cascos.

Wish for Wheels ha ayudado a poner más de 99,000 bicicletas en manos de niños desde 2004, y este año, 40 de esas bicicletas llegarán a BES.

Cada estudiante de segundo grado llevará su bicicleta a la escuela para un día de paseo, con voluntarios de Roaring Fork Cycling ayudando y el Departamento de Policía de Basalt y Roaring Fork Fire Rescue participando en una actividad de seguridad en bicicleta antes de que los estudiantes salgan a rodar.

¡A rodar!

Thinking about Basalt Elementary for your kindergartner? New to the area? Come meet the BES team and hear from current f...
04/22/2026

Thinking about Basalt Elementary for your kindergartner? New to the area? Come meet the BES team and hear from current families over a cup of coffee, on us. Get your questions answered: curriculum, culture, kindergarten readiness, logistics. Stop by on April 28 or 30 from 8-10AM. Questions? [email protected]

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¿Estás pensando en La Primaria Basalt para tu futuro estudiante de kínder? ¿Eres nuevo en la zona? Ven a conocer al equipo de BES y a familias actuales mientras tomas un café, cortesía nuestra. Resuelve tus dudas sobre currículo, cultura, preparación para kínder y logística. Pásate por el 28 o 30 de abril de 8 a 10AM. ¿Preguntas? [email protected]

Calling all Art Days helpers! 🎨We are looking for volunteers for 2nd Grade Art Days on Wednesday, April 8, and need a fe...
04/03/2026

Calling all Art Days helpers! 🎨

We are looking for volunteers for 2nd Grade Art Days on Wednesday, April 8, and need a few more helping hands to make the day happen for our students.

It is a fun way to be part of the school day, support our kids, and help bring a little extra creativity to campus.

If you are available to volunteer or have questions, please email [email protected] or sign up here: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/610080

Please share with a friend, grandparent, or community member who may be able to help. Thank you for supporting Art Days and our schools!

BEF announces the 3rd Annual Art Days at Basalt Elementary School. This ExEd program brings local organizations into the...
03/25/2026

BEF announces the 3rd Annual Art Days at Basalt Elementary School. This ExEd program brings local organizations into the school for hands-on, creative experiences that inspire K-4 students while giving teachers valuable planning time. Held on early-release Wednesdays in April and May, it fosters artistic exploration, cultural enrichment, and hands-on learning.

April 8 – 2nd Grade
April 15 – 1st Grade
April 22 – Kindergarten
April 29 – 3rd Grade
May 6 – 4th Grade

We are coordinating Art Days with the help of , and we are grateful for their partnership and support in making this program possible. A special thank you to all the participating non-profits!

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La BEF anuncia la 3.ª edición anual de los «Días del Arte» en la Escuela Primaria Basalt. Este ExEd programa integra a organizaciones locales en la escuela para ofrecer experiencias creativas y prácticas que inspiran a los estudiantes de K-4, al tiempo que brindan a los maestros un valioso tiempo de planificación. Celebrado los miércoles de salida temprana durante los meses de abril y mayo, el programa fomenta la exploración artística, el enriquecimiento cultural y el aprendizaje práctico.

8 de abril – 2.º grado
15 de abril – 1.er grado
22 de abril – Kindergarten
29 de abril – 3.er grado
6 de mayo – 4.º grado

Estamos coordinando los Días del Arte con la ayuda de The Art Base, y agradecemos su colaboración y apoyo para hacer posible este programa. ¡Un agradecimiento especial a todas las organizaciones sin fines de lucro participantes!

When 400+ families are reading the same story at the same time, something special happens. Kids see their classmates’ ex...
03/17/2026

When 400+ families are reading the same story at the same time, something special happens. Kids see their classmates’ excitement, and everyone feels like they’re part of something bigger.

That’s One School, One Book at Basalt Elementary, and this year it’s The World According to Humphrey. Through a BEF Administrative Grant, every student received their own copy, in English or Spanish.

“You can learn a lot about yourself by getting to know another species. Even humans.”

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Cuando más de 400 familias leen la misma historia al mismo tiempo, sucede algo especial. Los niños ven el entusiasmo de sus compañeros de clase y todos se sienten parte de algo más grande.

Eso es Una escuela, un libro en Basalt Elementary, y este año es El mundo según Humphrey. A través de una Beca Administrativa BEF, cada estudiante recibió su propia copia, en inglés o español.

“Puedes aprender mucho sobre ti mismo conociendo otras especies. Incluso los humanos”.

When financial concerns stand between a student and their potential, our community steps in. Gracie, a first-generation ...
02/24/2026

When financial concerns stand between a student and their potential, our community steps in. Gracie, a first-generation BHS graduate, received support through the Rittvo Family Scholarship that allowed her to focus on what mattered most: her education.

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Cuando las preocupaciones financieras se interponen entre un estudiante y su potencial, nuestra comunidad interviene. Gracie, graduada de BHS de primera generación, recibió apoyo a través de la Beca Familia Rittvo que le permitió enfocarse en lo más importante: su educación.

See what it means to be a Longhorn! Basalt Elementary School is hosting Friday morning tours so families can experience ...
02/11/2026

See what it means to be a Longhorn!

Basalt Elementary School is hosting Friday morning tours so families can experience the community that will support their child's learning journey.

Friday Morning School Tour Dates:
February 13, 20, or 27 at 8:30 AM
Can't make those? Tours available by appointment.

Plus: Kindergarten Info Night on Thursday, February 19, from 5:30-6:30 PM.

Tours are open to families with students entering Kindergarten through 4th grade.

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¡Descubra lo que significa ser un Longhorn!

La Escuela Primaria Basalt ofrece visitas guiadas los viernes por la mañana para que las familias conozcan la comunidad que apoyará el aprendizaje de sus hijos.

Fechas de las visitas guiadas: 13, 20 o 27 de febrero a las 8:30 a. m.
¿No puede asistir en esas fechas? Se pueden programar visitas con cita previa.

Además: Noche informativa para padres de kínder el jueves 19 de febrero, de 5:30 a 6:30 p. m.

Las visitas están abiertas a familias con estudiantes que ingresan a kínder hasta cuarto grado.

A powerful documentary on the impact of screens on kids, plus real-life strategies families can use. Followed by a conve...
01/27/2026

A powerful documentary on the impact of screens on kids, plus real-life strategies families can use. Followed by a conversation with BES counselor, Lisa Lowsky.

Please register at basaltedu.org to attend.

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Un documental impactante sobre el impacto de las pantallas en los niños, además de estrategias prácticas que las familias pueden utilizar.
Disponible en inglés y español.

A continuación, habrá una charla con la consejera de BES, Lisa Lowsky.

Para asistir, inscríbase en basaltedu.org.

Thank you to the Town of Basalt and everyone who voted! 💜 💛 💜
01/14/2026

Thank you to the Town of Basalt and everyone who voted! 💜 💛 💜

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