About
Welcome to Meiklejohn Elementary
Meiklejohn Elementary is located in the western part of Arvada where our students play overlooking the beautiful Rocky Mountains. We are proud to have high academic standards for all students as well as a balanced approach to meet the social and emotional needs of all that walk through our doors. We believe students must have tools to support them in their life both inside as well as outside of school and contribute to their ever-changing world. Our students and staff embrace a growth mindset and we are always striving to learn and grow from each other. Our population of over 500 students in grades K–5 has 1:1 access to technology as well as an authentic learning environment to provide various learning opportunities for our students. We are lucky to have an amazingly involved family community who support us to be our best through their support in a variety of ways.
History
Meiklejohn Elementary is a highly valued commodity in the Five Parks neighborhood of Arvada. The school is a beautiful building which opened in the fall of 2006 and is full of wonderful resources, one of the greatest amounts of technology in the district, and one of the best and most knowledgeable staffs in the state. Our parents and families take great pride in the work we do as a collective school community. Additionally, we have a highly involved parent and grandparent community as well as an incredibly active PTA which is uniquely important to our school-wide success.
Our school is named for Al Meiklejohn, Republican State Senator from Colorado. Alvin Meiklejohn Jr. was born in Omaha on June 18, 1923 but moved to Denver with his parents when he was an infant. Meiklejohn graduated from South High School and served in World War II as a bomber pilot. He earned his law degree from the University of Denver and was also a certified public accountant.
Meiklejohn was on the Jefferson County Board of Education for six years. He twice won the distinguished service award from the Denver Regional Council of Governments.
"He always believed education was the key to a successful life," said his son, Scott Meiklejohn.
— Meiklejohn information courtesy of The Denver Post, 03/03/2010
Meiklejohn Commitments
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Maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for students, parents, staff, and community members.
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Developing a professional climate that provides opportunity and supports success for all students.
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Providing a school setting where positive discipline standards are understood and displayed by all members of the Meiklejohn school community: students, staff and parents.
Mission
We at Meiklejohn are a community of learners committed to engaging in opportunities for growth as critical and creative thinkers.
Values
We value relationships, teamwork, personal achievement, and a safe and supportive learning environment.
Ralston Valley Articulation Area
Jeffco Public Schools is divided into 17 articulation areas that provide assigned schools for each neighborhood.
A to Z Guide
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Attendance
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Bell Schedule
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Calendar
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Directory
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Dress Code
Meiklejohn follows Jeffco’s guidelines for appropriate student dress.
Inclement Weather
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Meet the Principal
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Safety
The safety and well-being of students and staff is Meiklejohn’s top priority.
Student & Family Handbook
The student & family handbook outlines policies, procedures and student expectations.
Why Should You Attend Meiklejohn Elementary?
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