September 15 ,2005

General Announcements

Saturday, September 17, is Constitution Day.  In order to recognize and honor the Constitution, schools across the nation join in the celebration.  But since the official day is on a Saturday, we will celebrate today.   Regardless of how one interprets the Constitution and its amendments, regardless of the continuous debate the document creates, regardless of our political affiliations and preferences – the Constitution continues to help hold us together as a nation.  It is the foundation for our stability and efficiency.  While the Constitution helps to anchor our political structures and procedures, it allows for the changes needed to address the new possibilities and issues that have arisen over the 216 years since it was ratified. 

Today at Arapahoe, there a few ways we will be celebrating the Constitution.  In the cafeteria, there will be a movie called “A More Perfect Union” running regarding the Constitutional convention and issues.  Further, your social studies classes will be discussion the Constitution in some manner. 
Thanks and happy Constitution day.

Listen up Warriors…this is serious stuff- The Arapahoe vs. Heritage game is this Friday!  We all know we have more spirit than Heritage, so by golly LET’S SHOW IT!!  Starting today, you have the opportunity to purchase Gold and Black Mardi Gras Beads at the DECA Store!  $1.00 donation per strand with ALL PROCEEDS going towards Katrina Relief.  Stayed tuned in for future announcements regarding the student lead Katrina Relief effort next week.

Attention Arapahoe.  Today and Thursday you should be nominating your fellow classmates for Homecoming Royalty.   You will do this in your home History classes.  If you do not get a chance to vote, nomination ballots will be in the history office.  Thanks have a great day.  

If you attended Alive at 25 classes anytime last year, you need to pick up your certificate in the Attendance Office.  Most insurance companies will offer a discount for drivers with this certificate.  

Tickets for the Arapahoe vs. Heritage football game will be on sale during the lunch hours today in the cafeteria.  Tickets for students will be $3.00 and for adults $5.00.

There will be a freshman class meeting on Monday, September 19th in the forum at 2:25 p.m.  We will be discussing ideas for activities and designs for our homecoming float.  CANDY WILL BE PROVIDED!!  Also, we will need volunteers for decorating our float.
We need your ideas and opinions so please attend this meeting and make this the best freshman class ever!!

Hey everybody!  The next CSJC, or Community Service Just ’Cause meeting will be today right after school in room C-19.  It will be a short meeting because of everyone’s after school activities.  Hope to see you there!

If you are of the Jewish faith and would like information about the Rose Foundation drop by the Guidance Office for an informational brochure. 

Attention ALL WARRIORS...Link Crew is sponsoring an ALL SCHOOL Tailgate party this Friday in the West Parking Lot.  Food is 3 dollars and we will have games, face paint and entertainment to get you psyched for the Arapahoe/Heritage Football game.  Show up at 4:00 p.m.  to eat, play and cheer on the players as they leave for the game.  Busses will be available for FRESHMAN ONLY, and everyone will be responsible for their own rides home from LPS stadium.  Hope to see you there!!!
 
 Attention all students interested in an FCCLA Officer Position:  Please complete an officer information sheet and turn it in to Mrs. Rains by Thursday afternoon Sept. 15th (this Thursday).  If you need a sheet or have questions please see Mrs. Rains in Room E2 or E3.

Would you like to learn more about FCCLA?  Well here is your opportunity. Next Monday – September 19th – FCCLA will be having a free ice cream social in Room E2 at 2:25.  This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the “Ultimate Leadership Opportunity” at AHS.  If you would like to attend please pick up a ticket in the FCS office from Mrs. Rains or Mrs. Lewis.  You must have a ticket to attend!  See you there!

Hey Warriors, bring all of your spare change to the Arapahoe/Heritage football game on Friday night.  Support your team and victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Speech club members: Remember to turn in dues and membership forms to Ms. Graham as soon as possible.  We are meeting EVERY Tuesday after school in room C18.  Don't forget!  And check the Speech Squad website from the Arapahoe Activities page for more information about tournament schedules, announcements and photographs. 

"If you enjoyed the TSA candy during the club cafe, please plan on joining us for the first TSA informational meeting of the year on Monday, Sept 19 in room E10.  Please come and find out "what it's all about".  Hope to see you then. See Mr. McMullen for information"
 
Good luck to all members of the Warrior Marching Band who will be performing at Saturday's CU Band Day in Boulder!  Arapahoe's performance time is 4:30pm.  Go Warrior Band!!


Athletics

The JV and Varsity soccer teams are playing Heritage tonight. JV is at 4:00 at Heritage and the Varsity is at 7:00PM at LPS stadium. Come support your teams.

Congratulations to the Freshmen B Volleyball Team who remains undefeated this season.  Great victories against Littleton and Cherry Creek.  Keep up the intensity!  

Student Initiated Groups-
Disclaimer of School Endorsement- The following announcements concern a student interest group, which is not sponsored or endorsed by Arapahoe High School or Littleton Public Schools.  The
school’s compliance with federal law  permitting such groups to meet on school property does not constitute school or district support for the group’s purpose or the content of any of the group’s meetings or activities.  

Attention all Culture Club members we are kicking off our Annual Paper Cranes Donation charity work for the Make a Wish Foundation.  We will be having a crash course in Origami and plenty of great food at the meeting.  This is the last chance to pay your fifteen dollars for your club T-shirt. The meeting is today in room C-20.  

Hey Everybody!  Warriors of the Word will wear our “See you at the Pole” shirts tomorrow.  Don’t forget, we are meeting on Friday at 6:15AM in the bubble to go to Creek and breakfast.  Hope to see you there.