Friday, May 19, 2006

May 19, 2006

General Announcements

Mrs. Pepe will have Taylor Atkinson’s yearbook in Room S6 through today. If you would like to sign it, please stop by anytime.

Looking for that perfect summer job? How about a summer internship in the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce? A great opportunity to make a contribution to your community while getting some valuable business experience. Get information in the Post Grad Center.

Snapshots from After-Prom are free to take from the bulletin boards displayed in the cafeteria by the attendance office today only.

Athletics

Attention all swimming and diving fans, the Arapahoe Warriors will be competing for a state title today in Ft Collins. Today's swimming and diving finals will start at 5 PM. If you are interested in attending and supporting our Warriors, contact an Arapahoe swimmer or diver. They will have directions to the pool. Otherwise, you may see the meet schedule and directions posted on the pool windows by the pool steps.






Thursday, May 18, 2006

May 18, 2006

General Announcements

Attention seniors graduating with Honors and High Honors! Please stop by and see Ms. Pramenko if you received notification from her to do so. It is very important regarding reading your name correctly at both Awards Convocation and Graduation.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

This Sunday, May 21st, our Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs will be performing with Canadian professional trumpeter, Bria Skonberg, at the Denver Jazz Club’s May Youth Jam Session! The UCD Claimjumpers will also be performing. The sets run from 2 until 5pm at the Westminster Elks Lodge. Tickets are just $7.00, and all proceeds will benefit The Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. Come find out why this combo won a 2006 National Downbeat Magazine Outstanding Jazz Performance Award!! This will be the final performance of the year for the 2005-06 Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. Please see any Dixie musician, or stop by the band office, to buy advance purchase tickets.

Mrs. Pepe will have Taylor Atkinson’s yearbook in Room S6 through tomorrow. If you would like to sign it, please stop by anytime.

A new study shows that too much stress the night before finals can cause serious damage to one's mental health. So instead of last minute cramming and massive amounts of caffeine, come to the first ever Student Film Festival. That's right, after many delays and end of year projects; it's time to watch those films that a small part of you submitted. The fun starts at 2:30, today. Featured films include: The Volvo Diaries, Absolut Voder, and DDR: The Real Revolution. See you Thursday.

Students, if you are interested in hiking through the Grand Canyon, rock climbing and rafting on the Colorado River, there is an awesome opportunity waiting for you during Spring Break of 2007. Please see Ms. Durow in the Science office if you are interested.

Looking for that perfect summer job? How about a summer internship in the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce? A great opportunity to make a contribution to your community while getting some valuable business experience. Get information in the Post Grad Center.

ATTENTION ALL ARAPAHOE ARTISTS!!!! Please pick up your artwork from the Art Department. We can not store your work over the summer.

You've seen it, you know you love it. If you still have not picked up your copy of the 2006 yearbook, you must do so today before noon. Students getting books during final exams will owe a late fee. Books are in Room E-8.

Seniors, your After Prom pictures will be available out at Fun in the Sun day. Juniors you can pick up your pictures tomorrow and next week in the main office.


Athletics

Attention all swimming and diving fans, the Arapahoe Warriors will be competing for a state title today and Friday in Ft Collins. The meet prelims begin today at 4 PM. Friday's swimming and diving finals will start at 5 PM. If you are interested in attending and supporting our Warriors, contact an Arapahoe swimmer or diver. They will have directions to the pool. Otherwise, you may see the meet schedule and directions posted on the pool windows by the pool steps.

Attention all tennis players: Please don't forget to get your Junior Team Tennis forms in to Coach Brayton as soon as possible. We need to get our teams registered and practices organized. If you have any questions, see Coach Brayton in the Science office.





Wednesday, May 17, 2006

May 17, 2006

General Announcements

Attention seniors graduating with Honors and High Honors! Please stop by and see Ms. Pramenko if you received notification from her to do so. It is very important regarding reading your name correctly at both Awards Convocation and Graduation.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Seniors the time is here! This is a reminder to check both the library & bookkeeping lists around the building, to make sure that you don’t have a fine or overdue book. If you have a fine, come on down to the library or bookkeeping and get it paid. The deadline to resolve your fines is tomorrow, May 18th. You registration card will be held if you have any outstanding fines. Do not let a fine keep you from picking up your cap and gown!

This Sunday, May 21st, our Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs will be performing with Canadian professional trumpeter, Bria Skonberg, at the Denver Jazz Club’s May Youth Jam Session! The UCD Claimjumpers will also be performing. The sets run from 2 until 5pm at the Westminster Elks Lodge. Tickets are just $7.00, and all proceeds will benefit The Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. Come find out why this combo won a 2006 National Downbeat Magazine Outstanding Jazz Performance Award!! This will be the final performance of the year for the 2005-06 Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. Please see any Dixie musician, or stop by the band office, to buy advance purchase tickets.

Mrs. Pepe will have Taylor Atkinson’s yearbook in Room S6 through Friday of this week. If you would like to sign it, please stop by anytime.


Are you interested in exploring the Chinese language? An intensive Chinese course taught through a simulated adventure for interested Arapahoe students will be held at Euclid Middle School the week of July 29 through August 5. The course will be taught by Dr. Robert Blair, Brigham Young University professor of linguistics. Additional information is available from the main office.

Students who still need to pick up their yearbooks can do so from 6-7 a.m., during 4th hour and at lunch as well as after school until 3 p.m. Books need to be claimed no later than noon tomorrow!!! Late fees will apply after Thursday.

A new study shows that too much stress the night before finals can cause serious damage to one's mental health. So instead of last minute cramming and massive amounts of caffeine, come to the first ever Student Film Festival. That's right, after many delays and end of year projects; it's time to watch those films that a small part of you submitted. The fun starts at 2:30, tomorrow May 18th. Featured films include: The Volvo Diaries, Absolut Voder, and DDR: The Real Revolution. See you Thursday.

Students, if you are interested in hiking through the Grand Canyon, rock climbing and rafting on the Colorado River, there is an awesome opportunity waiting for you during Spring Break of 2007. Please see Ms. Durow in the Science office if you are interested.

Looking for that perfect summer job? How about a summer internship in the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce? A great opportunity to make a contribution to your community while getting some valuable business experience. Get information in the Post Grad Center.

ATTENTION ALL ARAPAHOE ARTISTS!!!! Please pick up your artwork from the Art Department. We can not store your work over the summer.


Athletics

Attention AHS Cheers: there will be no open gym for today due to the State Soccer playoff game. We will begin again on June 1st. Again, open gym for cheers for today, May 17th has been cancelled.

The Arapahoe Boys Swim & Dive team will be traveling to Fort Collins tomorrow and Friday for the State Competition. The warriors' team will be one of the largest represented teams there with 14 qualifiers. Congratulations and Good Luck to: Brock Logan, Chris Wiggin, Vinny Crispino, Eric Anderssen, Nick Anderson, Jeff Trefz, Dave Bough, Skylar Schaffer, Rob Newell, Ian Francis, Jeff Nadel, Andy Cozzette, Corey Riedel, and Eric Wallace

Congratulations to Peyton Tyrie and Stephen Gerhard of the Boys lacrosse who made it to 1st Team All State.

Attention all swimming and diving fans, the Arapahoe Warriors will be competing for a state title Thursday and Friday in Ft Collins. The meet prelims begins Thursday at 4 PM. Friday's swimming and diving finals will start at 5 PM. If you are interested in attending and supporting our Warriors, contact an Arapahoe swimmer or diver. They will have directions to the pool. Otherwise, you may see the meet schedule and directions posted on the pool windows by the pool steps.

Come on out and cheer on the girls soccer team as they take on Fort Collins today here at Arapahoe. Game time is 4 pm. Please remember no student passes will be accepted at this game. GO WARRIORS!!!






Tuesday, May 16, 2006

May 16, 2006

General Announcements

Attention seniors graduating with Honors and High Honors! Please stop by and see Ms. Pramenko if you received notification from her to do so. It is very important regarding reading your name correctly at both Awards Convocation and Graduation.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Seniors the time is here! This is a reminder to check both the library & bookkeeping lists around the building, to make sure that you don’t have a fine or overdue book. If you have a fine, come on down to the library or bookkeeping and get it paid. The deadline to resolve your fines is this Thursday, May 18th. You registration card will be held if you have any outstanding fines. Do not let a fine keep you from picking up your cap and gown!

FBLA members- come for an end of the year party Wednesday May 17. Bring a favorite ice cream topping and join us. Announcements of officers will be made at the meeting. Meeting will be in S1 after school.

If you are unscheduled 6th hour on Tuesday, please come out and help plant in the garden along Dry Creek Road. It is not required but help would be appreciated! The planting will most likely continue after school.

This Sunday, May 21st, our Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs will be performing with Canadian professional trumpeter, Bria Skonberg, at the Denver Jazz Club’s May Youth Jam Session! The UCD Claimjumpers will also be performing. The sets run from 2 until 5pm at the Westminster Elks Lodge. Tickets are just $7.00, and all proceeds will benefit The Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. Come find out why this combo won a 2006 National Downbeat Magazine Outstanding Jazz Performance Award!! This will be the final performance of the year for the 2005-06 Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. Please see any Dixie musician, or stop by the band office, to buy advance purchase tickets.

Are you interested in exploring the Chinese language? An intensive Chinese course taught through a simulated adventure for interested Arapahoe students will be held at Euclid Middle School the week of July 29 through August 5. The course will be taught by Dr. Robert Blair, Brigham Young University professor of linguistics. Additional information is available from the main office.

Mrs. Pepe will have Taylor Atkinson’s yearbook in Room S6 Tuesday through Friday of this week. If you would like to sign it, please stop by anytime.

Students who still need to pick up their yearbooks can do so from 6-7 a.m., during 4th hour and at lunch as well as after school until 3 p.m. Books need to be claimed no later than noon on Thursday!!! Late fees will apply after Thursday.

A new study shows that too much stress the night before finals can cause serious damage to one's mental health. So instead of last minute cramming and massive amounts of caffeine, come to the first ever Student Film Festival. That's right, after many delays and end of year projects, it's time to watch those films that a small part of you submitted. The fun starts at 2:30, Thursday May 18th. Featured films include: The Volvo Diaries, Absolut Voder, and DDR: The Real Revolution. See you Thursday.

Athletics

Congratulations to the Boy's Swim team who took first place at Continental league championships this weekend. The Warriors performance was highlighted by the addition of four new state qualifiers. Jeff Trefz, Jeff Nadel, and Andy Cozzette all became state qualifiers in the 500 free. Dave Baugh swam a much sought after state time in the 100 breast. Outstanding swimmers were Rob Newell 1st place, 200 Im and 4th place 100 back, Chris Wiggin 2nd place 200 Im, 5th 100 back, Eric Anderssen 1st place in both 50 free and 100 free Ian, Francis 2nd place 100 breast, 4th place 200 IM, Vinny Crispino 2nd place 50 free, Nick Anderson 2nd place 100 free, Jeff Trefz 5th place 500 free, 5th place 200 free, Jeff Nadel 6th place 500 free, Rick Levy 8th place 100 fly. The warriors relay teams brought back a first in the 200 medley and the 200 free relays. Eric Wallace and Corey Riedel came in 4th and 5th with their diving scores. Way to go Boys. Arapahoe will be sending 14 boy's to the state competition on Thursday and Friday.

Arapahoe Boys Varsity Lacrosse plays Denver East tonight in the semi-round @ Englewood High School. Game is at 7:30. Adult price is $7 and students are $5. We need all the Arapahoe fans to come out and cheer your team on. A win tonight sends us to Invesco field Saturday for the State Championship. GOOD LUCK WARRIORS!!!

A reminder to all boys and girls track and field participants, uniform check in is today after school in the cage area. If your track stuff is not checked in today a fine will be issued in your name to the bookkeeper.





Monday, May 15, 2006

May 15, 2006

General Announcements

Prom pictures can be picked up on today, from 10:30-12:30 in the cafeteria. If you miss this pick up time, you may pick them up at the front desk.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Attention students, come to yearbook distribution today right after school. Don’t forget, you’ll need a photo I.D. Also, protective covers and autograph pages will be sold. The lines may look long, but they move fast and you will not want to wait until Tuesday to get your copy! Can't come? They will be available from 6-6:45 a.m. in room E-8 Tuesday morning.

Seniors: We would like to hear from you – as a soon to be AHS Grad - your 5 best tips for making it through the college application process while it is still fresh on your mind. Leave your responses in the Main Office in a marked basket or in the Post Grad Center. Future AHS grads will thank you, so will Mrs. Lewallen.

Seniors the time is here! This is a reminder to check both the library & bookkeeping lists around the building, to make sure that you don’t have a fine or overdue book. If you have a fine, come on down to the library or bookkeeping and get it paid. The deadline to resolve your fines is this Thursday, May 18th. You registration card will be held if you have any outstanding fines. Do not let a fine keep you from picking up your cap and gown!

FBLA members- come for an end of the year party Wednesday May 17. Bring a favorite ice cream topping and join us. Announcements of officers will be made at the meeting. Meeting will be in S1 after school.

If you are unscheduled 6th hour on Tuesday, please come out and help plant in the garden along Dry Creek Road. It is not required but help would be appreciated! The planting will most likely continue after school.

This Sunday, May 21st, our Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs will be performing with Canadian professional trumpeter, Bria Skonberg, at the Denver Jazz Club’s May Youth Jam Session! The UCD Claimjumpers will also be performing. The sets run from 2 until 5pm at the Westminster Elks Lodge. Tickets are just $7.00, and all proceeds will benefit The Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. Come find out why this combo won a 2006 National Downbeat Magazine Outstanding Jazz Performance Award!! This will be the final performance of the year for the 2005-06 Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. Please see any Dixie musician, or stop by the band office, to buy advance purchase tickets.

Are you interested in exploring the Chinese language? An intensive Chinese course taught through a simulated adventure for interested Arapahoe students will be held at Euclid Middle School the week of July 29 through August 5. The course will be taught by Dr. Robert Blair, Brigham Young University professor of linguistics. Additional information is available from the main office.

Mrs. Pepe will have Taylor Atkinson’s yearbook in Room S6 Tuesday through Friday of this week. If you would like to sign it, please stop by anytime.

Athletics

Last meeting of the year Student Council! STUCO members and Officers, we have our last meeting of the year tomorrow. See you at 6:45 am.

Congratulations to the boy’s Track and Field team for their 3rd place finish at this past weekends regional championships. Moving on to compete in this weekends state championships at Jeffco Stadium are Adam Glenn, Nick Bailey, Travis Smith, Ben Clark, Dakota Palan-Johnson, Jason Woodland, and Jade Buresh. Adam Glenn set a new school record in the 800 with a time of 1:54.60 breaking his old record by almost 7 tenths of a second. Congratulations to all of the athletes that competed in the regional meet. Uniform check in for all tracksters not competing in the state meet we be this Tuesday after school in the cage area. Please have you uniform washed and placed neatly in your bag. If you do not show up Tuesday a fine will be issued in your name.

It’s another exciting week of playoffs here at Arapahoe. Come on out and cheer on the boys lacrosse Tuesday as they take on Denver East at 7 pm at Englewood High School. The girl’s soccer team is still on the move as well. They will play Fort Collins on Wednesday here at Arapahoe. Game time is 4 pm. Please remember no student passes will be accepted at these games. GO WARRIORS!!!

Congratulation goes out to the Ladies Warrior Track team for scoring 94.5 points at the Regional Meet on Saturday. Qualifying in a total of six events next Friday and Saturday are: Chelsea Chen, Caroline Hayner, Maura Hurley, Denise Mattoon, Elese McClaire, Carolyn O'Doherty, Michelle Ripple, Emily Thompson and Jo Walker. Good luck Lady Warriors.





Thursday, May 11, 2006

May 11, 2006

General Announcements

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Attention all art students from first and second semester! Please come by and pick up all your artwork from the Art Department!!!

Just a reminder to Seniors! Today is the last day to pay fines & return books. Your cap & gown will be held if you have any outstanding fines.

Attention students, come to yearbook distribution on Monday, May 15 right after school. Don’t forget, you’ll need a photo I.D. Also, protective covers and autograph pages will be sold. The lines may look long, but they move fast and you will not want to wait until Tuesday to get your copy! Can't come? They will be available from 6-6:45 a.m. in room E-8 tomorrow morning.

Congratulations to all Arapahoe mathematicians! The results are in! We tied for first place with Fairview High School in the Colorado Math League. This is the first time Arapahoe has earned first place. Fabulous job warriors! Go Arapahoe!!

Seniors: We would like to hear from you – as a soon to be AHS Grad - your 5 best tips for making it through the college application process while it is still fresh on your mind. Leave your responses in the Main Office in a marked basket or in the Post Grad Center. Future AHS grads will thank you, so will Mrs. Lewallen.

Athletics

Attention Boy Golfers!! There will be a meeting on today, at 2:45 in room S-8 for all boys who are interested in trying out for the golf team in August. If you can’t be there, make sure your name gets turned in to Coach Anderson so you get all the necessary information.

Congratulations to Leslie McGetrick and Maria Gushurst for qualifying to play at the STATE GIRLS GOLF Tournament. Leslie placed 7th at regional’s out of 65 girls. Good luck at state on May 22 and 23rd.

Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Lacrosse team for their win against Monarch 13-1 Tuesday night. Goals were made by Ross Klein, Eric Law, Ben Johns, Tyler Snyder, Stephen Gerhard, Matt Paullara and Ryan Parietti. There was great goal tending as usual by Peyton Tyrie and Wes Gibler. WAY TO GO TEAM! Next playoff game will be Saturday @ Englewood High School 2:00 against Mullen. We need all the Lacrosse fans there to cheer your team on to victory. GO WARRIORS!!!!

A reminder to all girls JV soccer players: uniform check-in and voting is today @ 2:30 in room c-7

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 Origami Club Members! Our end-of-the-year party is scheduled for Friday, May 12, after school in the Enrichment Room from 2:15 - 3:00 p.m.
Bring ideas for next year. See you then.

Wednesday, May 10, 2006

May 10, 2006

General Announcements

Seniors this Thursday, May 11th is the last day to pay fines & return books. Your cap & gown will be held if you have any outstanding fines. Be sure that you check both the library and bookkeeping lists located around the building.

The most important book you may read this year, the Arapahoe Yearbook, will be distributed Monday, May 15. To receive this piece of history, a photo I.D. is required. Can't remember if you purchased a copy? You can check the lists in Room E-8 beginning today.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Seniors, please pick up your graduation tickets, today in the cafeteria during lunches.

Attention all art students from first and second semester! Please come by and pick up all your artwork from the Art Department!!!

FBLA officer applications are now available. Be a leader, socialize, community service projects, great opportunities for scholarships! Get involved now. Pick up an application in the Business Department. Applications are due Friday May 12.

Anyone interested in joining the Muse staff for next year’s magazine should come to an informational meeting this Wednesday after school in C-17, that’s C-17 for anyone who would like to join the Muse staff for next year. We are looking for fun, creative people like you who enjoy watching something artistic grow and become a reality. Staff members can still contribute creative work to the magazine, and learn a lot about producing and publishing a journal of arts and literature. Don’t snooze, join the Muse, today in C-17.

Please join us for a great evening of wonderful music and celebration dedicated to the graduating class of 2006! It’s the Spring Band Concert in the Theatre starting at 7pm. Pre-concert ensembles begin at 6pm. Tonight’s featured soloists include Peter Mitchell on trumpet, and Tenor Saxophonist, Katherine Cameron. Concert Band, Symphonic Band and our National Downbeat Award Winning Wind Ensemble will all be featured on the main concert.

Athletics

Attention Boy Golfers!! There will be a meeting on Thursday, May 11th at 2:45 in room S-8 for all boys who are interested in trying out for the golf team in August. If you can’t be there, make sure your name gets turned in to Coach Anderson so you get all the necessary information.

Attention girls JV soccer players: uniform check-in will be this Thursday @ 2:30 in room C-7.



Tuesday, May 09, 2006

May 9, 2006

General Announcements

Seniors this Thursday, May 11th is the last day to pay fines & return books. Your cap & gown will be held if you have any outstanding fines. Be sure that you check both the library and bookkeeping lists located around the building.

The most important book you may read this year, the Arapahoe Yearbook, will be distributed Monday, May 15. To receive this piece of history, a photo I.D. is required. Can't remember if you purchased a copy? You can check the lists in Room E-8 beginning today.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Seniors, please pick up your graduation tickets, this Wednesday May 10, in the cafeteria during lunches.

Attention all art students from first and second semester! Please come by and pick up all your artwork from the Art Department!!!

FBLA officer applications are now available. Be a leader, socialize, community service projects, great opportunities for scholarships! Get involved now. Pick up an application in the Business Department. Applications are due Friday May 12.

Congratulations to the following students who were selected to read the announcements next year: Aryn O’Donnell, Carolyn Pasque, Eric Veith, Katie Heideman, Cassy Hanneman, Stephanie Zepelin, Emily Marsters, Shamita Punjabi, Kara Priday, and Kelse Prado. Please report to the Attendance Office to confirm your schedule for next year.

Athletics

Varsity Boys Lacrosse opens its State Championship campaign Tuesday, May 9th against Monarch at 7PM. The game will be played at LPSS. Come out and cheer wildly for the Varsity Warriors!!

Attention Boy Golfers!! There will be a meeting on Thursday, May 11th at 2:45 in room S-8 for all boys who are interested in trying out for the golf team in August. If you can’t be there, make sure your name gets turned in to Coach Anderson so you get all the necessary information.



Monday, May 08, 2006

May 8, 2006

General Announcements

Seniors this Thursday, May 11th is the last day to pay fines & return books. Your cap & gown will be held if you have any outstanding fines. Be sure that you check both the library and bookkeeping lists located around the building.

The most important book you may read this year, the Arapahoe Yearbook, will be distributed Monday, May 15. To receive this piece of history, a photo I.D. is required. Can't remember if you purchased a copy? You can check the lists in Room E-8 beginning today.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

FBLA, there will be a short meeting after school today. This is the last meeting of the year. If you are interested in being an officer you must attend to receive more information Room S1!

TSA club will not meet today. Please remember that the remainder of your national conference money is due by finals week. Please try to stop down and see Mr. McMullen sometime this week so he can touch base with all of you."

Congratulations to the Wind Ensemble for being named Downbeat Magazine's Best 2006 U.S. High School Wind Ensemble! This is the first time Arapahoe has received this honor. Also, The Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs were awarded a 2006 Outstanding Jazz Performance Award! This is the first time Arapahoe has received 2 Downbeat national awards in the same year!! Arapahoe was the only Colorado high school recognized by Downbeat Magazine!!!

Seniors, please pick up your graduation tickets, this Wednesday May 10, in the cafeteria during lunches.

Attention Students & Faculty: If you are unscheduled during 2nd period tomorrow, you are cordially invited to attend a very entertaining, free concert in the theatre. The U.S. Navy Top 40’s Band based in San Diego, California, will perform a free concert in the Arapahoe High School Theatre beginning at 8:30 am Tuesday, May 9th.

The week of May 7th is U. S. Navy week. This entertaining top 40’s band will put on a stunning concert performance. All styles of rock, jazz and popular music will be performed. Hope you can make it!

Anyone interested in joining the Muse staff for next year’s magazine should come to an informational meeting this Wednesday after school in C-17, that’s C-17 for anyone who would like to join the Muse staff for next year. We are looking for fun, creative people like you who enjoy watching something artistic grow and become a reality. Staff members can still contribute creative work to the magazine, and learn a lot about producing and publishing a journal of arts and literature. Don’t snooze, join the Muse, this Wednesday in C-17.

Athletics

Varsity Boys Lacrosse opens its State Championship campaign Tuesday, May 9th against Monarch at 7PM. The game will be played at LPSS. Come out and cheer wildly for the Varsity Warriors!!

Great job goes out to the J.V. Girls Track team for winning the league championship on Friday night with a total of 184 points. This was 65 points more than second place Regis. Individual league champions were Emily Lewis in the 1600 m. run and Aubrey Daley in the long jump. There will be a short meeting after school today to hand out awards from the meet and discuss uniform check-in.

The girl's varsity tennis team took 2nd place at the regional tournament last Friday. Here are the results: Molly Ray, 4th place; Lauren Craig, 3rd place and state qualifier; Suzanne Chang, 2nd place and state qualifier; Jenna Dornseif/ Celeste Lorenzo 2nd place and state qualifier; Leisha Bryant/Lauren Stemper 3rd place; Katie Maxey/Laine Pacetti 2nd place and state qualifier; Annie Lorenzo/Jenny Morris 1st place and state qualifier. The state tournament is this Thursday and Friday at the Gates Tennis Center. Come on out and support your tennis team.


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.

The final FCA huddle meeting is here. We will meet Monday, May 8th at 6 pm, in the AHS east entrance.

Friday, May 05, 2006

May 6, 2006

General Announcements

ATTENTION STUDENTS THAT ARE TAKING ANY COLLEGE COURSES NEXT YEAR: YOUR APPLICATIONS MUST BE TURNED INTO THE COUNSELING OFFICE THIS WEEK. THE DEADLINE IS TODAY, MAY 5TH.

ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: Any Senior who was not in an Economics or American Government class on Thursday or Friday last week, please see Mrs. Schaff in the Guidance Center to complete an Exit Report and to pick up information on your graduation on May 24th.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Prom Tickets are selling and selling fast!! They will be on sale through the end of this week. Today’s 2nd lunch is your last chance to purchase tickets for $30. Tomorrow night, they will be sold at the door for $35 a person. Remember to bring your student ID and to be safe on Prom Night!!

Students wishing to leave early from the After-Prom: it is AHS’s policy that an Arapahoe Administrator or faculty member calls your parents prior to students leaving the After-Prom: Arapahoe High School does not make prior arrangements with parents through notes and phone calls. Please see Mr. Routh if you have any questions.

Attention all seniors who are applying for the JEM Scholarship. All materials need to be to Mrs. Schaff in the Guidance Center by 2:30pm today.

Sophomores: The Post Grad Center wants YOU! If you have not visited the Post Grad Center, please stop by to schedule your appointment as soon as possible! Can’t wait to see you!

Lost and Found is once again in the cafeteria. Please check the table, it will only be set up through today. Also there are items in the attendance office. Please check there also.

It's Awards time for the Performing Arts. If you would like to vote for your favorite Actors and Actresses see Mr. Earley today for a ballot. Anyone involved in Theatre this year or has seen two of the three main stage shows is eligible to vote. See Mr. Earley by 2:30.


Athletics

Attention Boy Golfers!! There will be a meeting on Thursday, May 11th at 2:20 in room S-8 for all boys who are interested in trying out for the golf team in August. If you can’t be there, make sure your name gets turned in to Coach Anderson so you get all the necessary information.

Hey Warriors--looking for something to do the night before Prom? Then come support the Girls Varsity Lacrosse Team in their first State Playoff game. Your Warriors take on the Mullen Mustangs tonight at 7:00 at LPS Stadium. Let's pack that stadium and show Mullen how much spirit and pride Arapahoe really has. Let's do this Warriors!!

The girls JV soccer team advanced to the semi-finals of the Warrior Invitational Tournament yesterday by defeating Mullen, 5 – 0.

Is Leslie McGetrick in your class right now? High fives for her season and personal best golf score of a 76 at the Highlands Ranch Golf Club Tournament yesterday. She placed 4th overall! Other awesome scores came from Maria Gushurst, 92, Aubrey Dreessen, 94, and Christine Decker, 96. Way to go Lady Golfers!!





Thursday, May 04, 2006

May 4, 2006

General Announcements

ATTENTION STUDENTS THAT ARE TAKING ANY COLLEGE COURSES NEXT YEAR: YOUR APPLICATIONS MUST BE TURNED INTO THE COUNSELING OFFICE THIS WEEK. THE DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, MAY 5TH

ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: Any Senior who was not in an Economics or American Government class on Thursday or Friday last week, please see Mrs. Schaff in the Guidance Center to complete an Exit Report and to pick up information on your graduation on May 24th.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Prom Tickets are selling and selling fast!! They will be on sale through the end of this week. Friday, 2nd lunch is your last chance to purchase tickets for $30. On Saturday night, they will be sold at the door for $35 a person. Remember to bring your student ID and to be safe on Prom Night!!

FBLA officer applications are now available. Be a leader, socialize, community service projects, great opportunities for scholarships! Get involved now. Pick up an application in the Business Department. Applications are due Friday May 12.

Attention all seniors who are applying for the JEM Scholarship. All materials need to be to Mrs. Schaff in the Guidance Center by 2:30 PM, Friday, May 5.

Sophomores: The Post Grad Center wants YOU! If you have not visited the Post Grad Center, please stop by to schedule your appointment as soon as possible! Can’t wait to see you!

Come to tonight’s Spring Jazz Concert and hear both of our big bands, along with the Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. It will be a farewell concert performance for our class of 2006! The performance starts at 7pm in the cafeteria. Root Beer Floats, desserts and additional beverages will be served throughout the concert. Don’t miss a great evening of Jazz – hope to see you tonight!

Student Council Election Results are in:

First for the class of 2009, President Spencer Zepelin, Vice President, Aaron Walter, Secretary, Abby masters, Treasurer, Ilene Yang, and Publicity Officer, Adrienne Bouveron.

For the Class of 2008, President, Melanie Rothman, Vice President, Alyson Schrock, Treasurer, Jase Adams, Publicity Officer, Leigh Johnson

For the Class of 2007, President, Lizzy Haskins, Vice President, Aryn O’Donnell, Secretary, Chantal Bouveron, and Publicity Officer, Jen Sneden

And the 2006-2007 Student Body Officers are: President, Jeff Gunnell, Vice President, Emily Masters, Secretary, Haley Johnson, Publicity Officer, Dayna Zolle

Thank you for voting and thank you to all candidates for your hard work. Remember anyone can become an active member of Student Council throughout the year. Candidates, please remember to take down all campaign materials today.

Lost and Found is once again in the cafeteria. Please check the table, it will only be set up through this Friday.

Athletics

Hey Arapahoe--come support the Varsity Girls Lacrosse team in the first round of State Playoffs. Your Warriors are ranked 8th in the state. They take on the 9th ranked Mullen Mustangs Friday night at LPS Stadium at 7:00. Everyone come support your team and give them true Home Field Advantage. Let's pack the Stadium and show Mullen what Warrior Pride really is!!

Attention all softball players. Today’s practice has been cancelled. We will practice next Wednesday right after school.

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.

The final FCA huddle meeting is here. We will meet Monday, May 8th at 6 pm, in the AHS east entrance.

Wednesday, May 03, 2006

May 3, 2006

General Announcements

Hey Everyone, Student Council elections are here again. I’m sure you have noticed the awesome posters all around the school. Don’t miss your chance to vote for who will represent you next year. Today is the final voting day in the cafeteria from 7am until 2:30pm. You must also bring your student ID to be able to vote. So choose or lose. Go Vote!!

ATTENTION STUDENTS THAT ARE TAKING ANY COLLEGE COURSES NEXT YEAR: YOUR APPLICATIONS MUST BE TURNED INTO THE COUNSELING OFFICE THIS WEEK. THE DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, MAY 5TH

ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: Any Senior who was not in an Economics or American Government class on Thursday or Friday last week, please see Mrs. Schaff in the Guidance Center to complete an Exit Report and to pick up information on your graduation on May 24th.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

Students wishing to leave early from the After-Prom, it is AHS’s policy that an Arapahoe Administrator or faculty member calls your parents prior to students leaving the After-Prom: Arapahoe High School does not make prior arrangements with parents through notes and phone calls. Please see Mr. Routh if you have any questions.

Prom Tickets are selling and selling fast!! They will be on sale through the end of this week. Friday 2nd lunch is your last chance to purchase tickets for $30. On Saturday night, they will be sold at the door for $35 a person. Remember to bring your student ID and to be safe on Prom Night!!

FBLA officer applications are now available. Be a leader, socialize, community service projects, great opportunities for scholarships! Get involved now. Pick up an application in the Business Department. Applications are due Friday May 12.

Come to tomorrow night’s Spring Jazz Concert and hear both of our big bands, along with the Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs. It will be a farewell concert performance for our class of 2006! The performance starts at 7pm in the cafeteria. Root Beer Floats, desserts and additional beverages will be served throughout the concert. Don’t miss a great evening of Jazz – hope to see you tomorrow night!

Athletics

The Arapahoe Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team will be playing Cherry Creek in the regular season finale tonight at 7:00pm at Cherry Creek High School. Come out and show Creek some Warrior pride. First round of playoffs will be next Wednesday, place and time to be announced. Go Warriors!

The girls JV soccer team defeated Douglas County yesterday 3 – 0. Sarah Barczuk, Briana Bailey and Amy Barczuk each scored.



Tuesday, May 02, 2006

May 2, 2006

General Announcements

Hey Everyone, Student Council elections are here again. I’m sure you have noticed the awesome posters all around the school. Don’t miss your chance to vote for who will represent you next year. Voting will be held on May 2nd and 3rd in the cafeteria from 7am until 2:30pm. You must also bring your student ID to be able to vote. So choose or lose. Go Vote!!

ATTENTION STUDENTS THAT ARE TAKING ANY COLLEGE COURSES NEXT YEAR: YOUR APPLICATIONS MUST BE TURNED INTO THE COUNSELING OFFICE THIS WEEK. THE DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, MAY 5TH

Students who have enrolled in the AHS Orchestra for next year who are not currently in Orchestra need to stop by the Choir Room to see Ms. Parmenter this week. There is an important information packet to pick up.

ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: Any Senior who was not in an Economics or American Government class on Thursday or Friday last week, please see Mrs. Schaff in the Guidance Center to complete an Exit Report and to pick up information on your graduation on May 24th.

Students – do you want to have a voice in actions and decisions made at Arapahoe? Before enjoying a relaxing summer, here’s an opportunity we hope you will consider. The Arapahoe School Accountability Committee is seeking 3 students to serve on this committee for next year. The committee meets once a month during the school year and is a valuable experience and opportunity for you to make a difference at Arapahoe. Please consider joining SAC! Applications are available from Mrs. Minnotte in the Attendance Office. Application deadline is May 25th.

We hope you can join us for a fun evening of traditional jazz at Dazzle's tonight. You can have dinner-come relax and enjoy some great jazz!! The Arapahoe High School Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs will be performing a night of traditional jazz at Dazzle's Jazz Club (930 Lincoln Street in Denver) tonight. The cover charge is just $5.00 and reservations can be made by calling 303-839-5100. One set of music will be performed from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. Hope to see you at Dazzle's tonight!!

Athletics

Congratulations to JV Gold tennis. They completed their season with a 9-1 match record and finished second in the LPS JV tourney. The team's total game record in all of their matches was 92-26! The team of Erin Schulhof and Jennifer Grierson took first place at number 2 doubles in the tournament. The top records for the season were Stephanie Corder at 11-1, Annie Robinson, 10-1 and Erin Schulhof, 8-1. Thanks for a great season ladies!




Monday, May 01, 2006

May 1, 2006

General Announcements

Hey Everyone, Student Council elections are here again. I’m sure you have noticed the awesome posters all around the school. Don’t miss your chance to vote for who will represent you next year. Voting will be held on May 2nd and 3rd in the cafeteria from 7am until 2:30pm. You must also bring your student ID to be able to vote. So choose or lose. Go Vote!!

Attention Juniors and Seniors with NON-Arapahoe prom guests. The deadline for your Prom Guest Request form is Wednesday, May 3. Forms are available in the Main Office, Attendance Office and the Dean's Office in the Guidance Center. All NON - Arapahoe guests MUST be approved for prom to be admitted to the After-Prom.

Students wishing to leave early from the After-Prom, it is AHS policy that an Arapahoe Administrator or faculty member calls your parents prior to students leaving the After-Prom: Arapahoe High School does not make prior arrangements with parents through notes and phone calls. Please see Mr. Routh if you have any questions.

ATTENTION STUDENTS THAT ARE TAKING ANY COLLEGE COURSES NEXT YEAR: YOUR APPLICATIONS MUST BE TURNED INTO THE COUNSELING OFFICE THIS WEEK. THE DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, MAY 5TH

We hope you can join us for a fun evening of traditional jazz at Dazzle’s tomorrow night. You can have dinner-come relax and enjoy some great jazz!! The Arapahoe High School Dry Creek Dixie Dawgs will be performing a night of traditional jazz at Dazzle’s Jazz Club (930 Lincoln Street in Denver) on Tuesday, May 2nd. The cover charge is just $5.00 and reservations can be made by calling 303-839-5100. One set of music will be performed from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. Hope to see you at Dazzle’s tomorrow night!!

Students who have enrolled in the AHS Orchestra for next year who are not currently in Orchestra need to stop by the Choir Room to see Ms. Parmenter this week. There is an important information packet to pick up.

Athletics

Attention all girls interested in playing softball next year. There will be a brief meeting Tuesday, May 2nd in room N-5 right after school. Anyone unable to attend should see coach Fazio in the Special Services office.

The Warrior Girls Track Team won their fifth invitational on Saturday by out scoring state power George Washington High School with a score of 88 points. Meet champions for the Warriors were: Michelle Ripple in the pole vault and Denise Mattoon in the shot put. Keep up the great work ladies and good luck at the league meet this coming Saturday.

Congratulations to the JV girl’s golf team for their 3rd place finish in the last JV tournament of the season. Anny Lim tied for 3rd place overall with a score of 38 and Carrie Barker tied for 4th with a score of 39. Way to go JV Golfers!!