October 31, 2007

General Announcements

As promised we would like to announce the winners for both the student and staff Halloween candy jars.

The winner of the student candy jar is junior Joe Miller with a guess of 61. The actual number of candy in that jar was 61! Joe please come to the library and pickup your candy pumpkin when you have a free hour!

The winner of the staff candy jar located in Main Office is Business teacher Ms. Jeannie Krueger. Ms. Krueger guessed 56 and the correctly number was 56.

Congratulations to both winners!

Delegates attending the Cherry Creek Model United Nations Conference will be meeting after school today in the library to solidify the research in preparation for the conference. Please attend!

Attention: Drama Club people! Two important items….those attending the Colorado State Thespian Conference need to see Mr. Earley today and everyone else check callboard for audition information.

On Thursday, November 1st, the Second Annual Arapahoe Band Concerto Competition will take place in the Theater. Five outstanding musicians will perform their concertos beginning at 7pm. The finalists include: Junior Pianist, Wes Leffingwell, Senior Flute Player, Roxy Steinberg; Senior Bassoonist, Matt Cullen; Senior Flute Player, Abbe Haller; and Sophomore Horn Player, Vikky DeLaTorre. A panel of Colorado Symphony Musicians will be judging the competition. Cash Prizes and trophies will be awarded to the top 3 finishers. Tickets are just $5.00, and are available from any of the finalists, or from Dr. C. in the Band Office.

Spanish Club will be meeting today after school at 2:30 in Room C-21.

Spanish club is sponsoring a field trip after school Wednesday, November 7^th to El Museo de las Americas in Denver for a Day of the Dead exhibit. The cost is $7 per student and includes a tour of the museum, learning about the significance of Day of the Dead followed by a sugar skull decorating workshop. You do not have to be a Spanish student to attend. See Ms. DiSepio or Mrs. Johns in World Language for more information. Please sign up by Friday, November 2^nd.

Attention mathematicians! The University of Northern Colorado Math Competition will be held this Friday after school in Room N-2. Please give your permission forms to your math teacher today.

Congratulations to all the DECA students who competed at the Wolverine Invitational yesterday. Arapahoe once again brought home the Team Productivity Award – which means that we had more kids place than any other school! And a big shout out for Brian Craig, Raychel Hirsh and Ashley Stoneking who all received 1^st place!

Hey, do you like yummy treats? Then come help support the Muse by buying yummy treats at our Bake Sale today during both lunches by the gym or after school in the cafeteria.

Did you know that the Bonfils Blood Center requires 4,350 blood donors each week to meet the needs of our community? You could be one of those necessary donors by signing up for the National Honor Society Bonfils Blood Drive, which will take place on Thursday, November 8. You must be 18 years old, or 17 with a signed parent permission form, to donate. NHS volunteers will be signing up donors during both lunches beginning November 1. Watch for posters around school, or visit the National Honor Society web page on the AHS web site for more information. Make a difference by literally giving of yourself.

Be sure to pick up the latest issue of the Arapahoe Herald, Arapahoe's student newspaper, in the news stands located at either end of the cafeteria, in most classrooms, the library or the main office.

Athletics

The football team will play Arvada West Friday night, November 2^nd at 7:30 pm in the first round of state playoffs. The game will take place in Golden at the NAAC Stadium. Ticket prices are $7 for adults and $5 for students and Senior Citizens. GO WARRIORS!

Winter Sports Registration will take place Monday thru Wednesday, November 5^th - 7^th in Room S3 at 2:30 pm each day. Please bring your completed registration packets (including driving forms) to one of these sessions. Wrestling will take place on Monday, Boys and Girls Basketball on Tuesday, and Girls Swimming and Diving on Wednesday. You cannot tryout for a winter sport without turning this packet in next week. Please stop by the Athletic Office if you have any questions.

For anyone interested in competing in track and field this spring there will be a meeting on Thursday November 1^st in room 202 immediately after school. We will be discussing the upcoming season as well as winter workouts and indoor track meets, for those athletes that are not competing in a winter sport. If you are interested but unable to attend the meeting please see Coach Lienemann in the math office. Go Warriors.

Student Initiated Groups-

There will be a meeting of the Gay-Straight Alliance after school Thursday in room W-101. There will be snacks, a great time with friends, and a supportive, hate-free environment.

Male high school students were less likely than female students to wear seat belts; 12.5% of male students and 7.8% of females students don't wear their seat belts

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 30, 2007

General Announcements

Tomorrow is Halloween. Costumes will be allowed with the following restrictions: no face masks or fake weapons and all costumes must conform to the school dress code as written in the Student Code of Conduct. If you choose to wear a costume, please design it with creativity and good taste. Have fun and Happy Halloween.

On Wednesday, October 31, student council will be holding a Halloween costume contest in the cafeteria during both lunches. You will be judged on scariest, most creative, and funniest. So come dressed up and ready to have some fun. Lunch prizes will be awarded and candy given to those that dress up. Please do not wear masks.

Seniors: Graduation announcement packets can be picked up in the main office or the guidance office. Orders will be taken November 1 and November 2 in the cafeteria during lunches.

Delegates attending the Cherry Creek Model United Nations Conference will be meeting after school in the library Wednesday, October 31^st to solidify the research in preparation for the conference. Please attend!

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

I was working in the library late one night

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

For my biology from the table began to rise

And suddenly, to my surprise…

Take a break from all the “ghouling” madness of the holiday season and come check out the Library. In addition to having all the materials and studying tools you need to get ready for all of your “beastly” projects, we are sponsoring a holiday contest for all students! Come check out the jar of goodies located at the Circulation counter and make your best guess. The prize for the closest guess is the jar of goodies of course! The lucky winner will be announced on Wednesday, October 31^st.

On Thursday, November 1st, the Second Annual Arapahoe Band Concerto Competition will take place in the Theater. Five outstanding musicians will perform their concertos beginning at 7pm. The finalists include: Junior Pianist, Wes Leffingwell, Senior Flute Player, Roxy Steinberg; Senior Bassoonist, Matt Cullen; Senior Flute Player, Abbe Haller; and Sophomore Horn Player, Vikky DeLaTorre. A panel of Colorado Symphony Musicians will be judging the competition. Cash Prizes and trophies will be awarded to the top 3 finishers. Tickets are just $5.00, and are available from any of the finalists, or from Dr. C. in the Band Office.

Spanish Club will be meeting Wednesday, October 31^st after school at 2:30 in Room C-21.

Spanish club is sponsoring a field trip after school Wednesday, November 7^th to El Museo de las Americas in Denver for a Day of the Dead exhibit. The cost is $7 per student and includes a tour of the museum, learning about the significance of Day of the Dead followed by a sugar skull decorating workshop. You do not have to be a Spanish student to attend. See Ms. DiSepio or Mrs. Johns in World Language for more information. Please sign up by Friday, November 2^nd.

Attention mathematicians! The University of Northern Colorado Math Competition will be held this Friday after school in Room N-2. Please give your permission forms to your math teacher by Wednesday.

Be sure to pick up the latest issue of the Arapahoe Herald, Arapahoe's student newspaper, in the news stands located at either end of the cafeteria, in most classrooms, the library or the main office.

Athletics

Congratulations to the Varsity Warrior Cheerleaders! They traveled to Pueblo on Saturday to compete in the Universal Cheerleaders Association’s Southern Regional competition. They captured the first place title in the large varsity division, and earned a bid to the National competition in Orlando, Florida in February. Way to go AHS Cheers! Stay tuned for upcoming competitions for both the JV and Varsity Cheers!

Winter Sports Registration will take place Monday thru Wednesday, November 5^th - 7^th in Room S3 at 2:30 pm each day. Please bring your completed registration packets (including driving forms) to one of these sessions. Wrestling will take place on Monday, Boys and Girls Basketball on Tuesday, and Girls Swimming and Diving on Wednesday. You cannot tryout for a winter sport without turning this packet in next week. Please stop by the Athletic Office if you have any questions.

Varsity Volleyball Players: If you have not dropped off your uniforms to Coach Syers, please stop by ASAP in the Science Office and bring her your equipment. Thanks!

For anyone interested in competing in track and field this spring there will be a meeting on Thursday November 1^st in room 202 immediately after school. We will be discussing the upcoming season as well as winter workouts and indoor track meets, for those athletes that are not competing in a winter sport. If you are interested but unable to attend the meeting please see Coach Lienemann in the math office. Go Warriors.

Attention Boys Varsity soccer players. Uniform check-in and voting will be Tuesday the 30^th. Meet in room C-7 at 2:30. You must be there with all of your uniforms.

Student Initiated Groups-

There will be a meeting of the Gay-Straight Alliance after school Thursday in room W-101. There will be snacks, a great time with friends, and a supportive, hate-free environment.

Consistent use of seat belts by parents has been shown to be the single biggest influence of a teen's likelihood to wear seat belts.

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 29, 2007

General Announcements

ATTENTION ALL DECA STUDENTS WHO ARE ATTENDING THE WOLVERINE INVITATIONAL - There will be a mandatory meeting right after school today in room S1 to discuss the specifics of our field trip. If you cannot make the meeting, see Mrs. Grantham ASAP!

Seniors: Graduation announcement packets can be picked up in the main office or the guidance office. Orders will be taken November 1 and November 2 in the cafeteria during lunches.

Come join FBLA today for a scavenger hunt around the school. Meet in room S1 at 2:20 today. Not a member yet, still come join us for the hunt!

National Honor Society members, please remember our special NHS meeting today, today at 2:20 p.m. in the Forum. We will be discussing volunteer opportunities for our upcoming Bonfils blood drive. If you cannot attend the meeting but would still like to help with the blood drive, please talk to on of the NHS officers, or to Mr. Sale or Ms. Gaffney in the English office.

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

I was working in the library late one night

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

For my biology from the table began to rise

And suddenly, to my surprise…

Take a break from all the “ghouling” madness of the holiday season and come check out the Library. In addition to having all the materials and studying tools you need to get ready for all of your “beastly” projects, we are sponsoring a holiday contest for all students! Come check out the jar of goodies located at the Circulation counter and make your best guess. The prize for the closest guess is the jar of goodies of course! The lucky winner will be announced on Wednesday, October 31^st.

Hey, Hey Hey – FCCLA! Don’t forget about our Halloween celebration today in room E2 after school. Join us for fun, friends, and food as we celebrate the season! New members are welcome! See you there warriors!

On Thursday, November 1st, the Second Annual Arapahoe Band Concerto Competition will take place in the Theater. Five outstanding musicians will perform their concertos beginning at 7pm. The finalists include: Junior Pianist, Wes Leffingwell, Senior Flute Player, Roxy Steinberg; Senior Bassoonist, Matt Cullen; Senior Flute Player, Abbe Haller; and Sophomore Horn Player, Vikky DeLaTorre. A panel of Colorado Symphony Musicians will be judging the competition. Cash Prizes and trophies will be awarded to the top 3 finishers. Tickets are just $5.00, and are available from any of the finalists, or from Dr. C. in the Band Office.

On Wednesday, October 31, student council will be holding a Halloween costume contest in the cafeteria during both lunches. You will be judged on scariest, most creative, and funniest. So come dressed up and ready to have some fun. Lunch prizes will be awarded and candy given to those that dress up. Please do not wear masks.

Attention mathematicians! The University of Northern Colorado Math Competition will be held this Friday after school in Room N-2. Please give your permission forms to your math teacher by Wednesday.

The SPEECH AND DEBATE team finished their novice season with a bang! Congratulations to all competitors who won excellent and superior ribbons (and pumpkins!) at the Great Pumpkin NFL speech tournament on Saturday.

The cast and crew of “Our Town” would like to thank you for your support…You were great audiences and we had a great time performing for you.

Athletics

Congratulations to the Varsity Warrior Cheerleaders! They traveled to Pueblo on Saturday to compete in the Universal Cheerleaders Association’s Southern Regional competition. They captured the first place title in the large varsity division, and earned a bid to the National competition in Orlando, Florida in February. Way to go AHS Cheers! Stay tuned for upcoming competitions for both the JV and Varsity Cheers!

Congratulations to the Freshmen Football team for their exciting 24-21 victory over Regis on Saturday. The victory earned the team the Continental League Championship with an 8 and 1 record. Great Job Freshmen! The next game is this Saturday at Overland High School at 9:00 AM.

Congratulations to the Varsity Cross Country team for their outstanding performance at the State meet on Saturday in Colorado Springs. Boys placed 2^nd in the state!!! Top 7 runners were Kyle Lyons, Chris Holt, Doug Winter, Tyler Lira, Jackson Brainerd, Matt Ryan, and Jason Kearns. This is the first time since 1970 that the boys have finished as a state runner up. Girls also gave a heartfelt performance, coming in 6^th place with Kayla Balciar, Christa Schaller, Emily Kirchhofer, Emily Lewis, Sarah Ray, Sarah Markisohn, and Katie Roome. A big thanks to Coach Berthold for the strong finish in his first year as head coach and we look forward to seeing you underclassmen next year.

Any cross country runners who still need to turn in uniforms may do so tomorrow or Wednesday after school.

Winter Sports Registration will take place Monday thru Wednesday, November 5^th - 7^th in Room S3 at 2:30 pm each day. Please bring your completed registration packets (including driving forms) to one of these sessions. Wrestling will take place on Monday, Boys and Girls Basketball on Tuesday, and Girls Swimming and Diving on Wednesday. You cannot tryout for a winter sport without turning this packet in next week. Please stop by the Athletic Office if you have any questions.

Congratulations to the Warrior Volleyball Team on the completion of a great season. They competed in districts in Durango this weekend but fell short against Cherry Creek. Varsity players, don’t forget that uniform turn-in is tomorrow morning in the gym before school. If you don’t have a first hour, please let Coach Syers know when you will bring her your stuff. Don’t forget your warm-ups, bag, and both jerseys!

For anyone interested in competing in track and field this spring there will be a meeting on Thursday November 1^st in room 202 immediately after school. We will be discussing the upcoming season as well as winter workouts and indoor track meets, for those athletes that are not competing in a winter sport. If you are interested but unable to attend the meeting please see Coach Lienemann in the math office. Go Warriors.

Attention Boys Varsity soccer players. Uniform check-in and voting will be Tuesday the 30^th. Meet in room C-7 at 2:30. You must be there with all of your uniforms.

Student Initiated Groups-

Attention Chess Players! The chess club practice will be held today after school, Monday, October 29^th. The November 5^th practice has been canceled. Please see Mrs. Lobser if you have questions.

Violations cost a teen driver 2 points on their driving record for EACH unbuckled person in the car. A teen loses their license at 6 points. That means if 3 people are unbuckled, the license is gone.

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 26, 2007

General Announcements

ATTENTION ALL DECA STUDENTS WHO ARE ATTENDING THE WOLVERINE INVITATIONAL - There will be a mandatory meeting right after school on Monday in room S1 to discuss the specifics of our field trip. If you cannot make the meeting, see Mrs. Grantham ASAP!

The fall production of “Our Town” will be Friday and Sat. at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at lunch. Don’t miss it.

National Honor Society members, please plan to attend a special NHS meeting Monday, October 29 at 2:20 p.m. in the Forum. We will be discussing volunteer opportunities for our upcoming Bonfils blood drive. If you cannot attend the meeting but would still like to help with the blood drive, please talk to on of the NHS officers, or to Mr. Sale or Ms. Gaffney in the English office.

Seniors: Graduation announcement packets can be picked up in the main office or the guidance office. Orders will be taken November 1 and November 2 in the cafeteria during lunches.

“The “Technology Student Association” or, “TSA club”, has a fun and exciting activity planned for you at our next TSA meeting on Tuesday, October 30^th in room E10 at 2:25. Please remember your Dues! If you are new to TSA, come see what the TSA club is all about! A reminder to all TSA officers, don’t forget about the officers meeting on Monday, Oct 29^th. See Mr. McMullen for questions.

Please check the Attendance Office or the table in the cafeteria for lost and found items. All items not claimed will be donated.

Its not to late to join FBLA !

Come join us for after school Monday October 29 in room S1 at 2:20

We are having a scavenger hunt around the school. Prizes will be awarded.

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

I was working in the library late one night

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

For my biology from the table began to rise

And suddenly, to my surprise…

Take a break from all the “ghooling” madness of the holiday season and come check out the Library. In addition to having all the materials and studying tools you need to get ready for all of your “beastly” projects, we are sponsoring a holiday contest for all students! Come check out the jar of goodies located at the Circulation counter and make your best guess. The prize for the closest guess is the jar of goodies of course! The lucky winner will be announced on Wednesday, October 31^st.

Congratulations to our high scoring math students! The following students earned a high score of ‘5’ on Tuesdays Colorado Math League competition: Anna Blakney, Matt Cullen, Johnny Dickinson, David Ellis, Kenneth Feehs, Kevin Fiorni, Brian Haefliger, Andrew Han, Rebecca Rodman, Tracey Thompson and Scott Tryggestad

Hey, Hey Hey – FCCLA! Don’t forget about our Halloween celebration on Monday October 29^th in room E2 after school. Join us for fun, friends, and food as we celebrate the season! New members are welcome! See you there warriors!

On Wednesday, October 31, student council will be holding a Halloween costume contest in the cafeteria during both lunches. You will be judged on scariest, most creative, and funniest. So come dressed up and ready to have some fun. Lunch prizes will be awarded and candy given to those that dress up. Please do not wear masks.

Athletics

Just a reminder that your Arapahoe Warrior Freshmen Football team will be playing Regis tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM here on our field . This game will determine the Continental League Championship. We hope you will come out to watch a great game and cheer the Warriors to victory!!!

Attention Boys Varsity soccer players. Uniform check-in and voting will be next Tuesday the 30^th. Meet in room C-7 at 2:30. You must be there with all of your uniforms.

AHS Special Olympics Basketball is almost ready to start!

Any student who is interested in participating should come to room S-6 and see Mrs. Pepe for an application. Practices start at the end of November and the season runs through the first week of March. We practice once or twice a week at AHS in the evening.

Student Initiated Groups-

Next Thursday, November 1, you will be quizzed on these facts for a prize, so pay attention. All drivers under 18 and their passengers must wear seat belts. It's the law. Remember to buckle up.

Wearing a seat belt doubles the chance of surviving a crash.

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 25, 2007

General Announcements

Attention DECA members - there will be an All-Club meeting right after school in room S1. See you there!!

ATTENTION ALL DECA STUDENTS WHO ARE ATTENDING THE WOLVERINE INVITATIONAL - There will be a mandatory meeting right after school on Monday in room S1 to discuss the specifics of our field trip. If you cannot make the meeting, see Mrs. Grantham ASAP!

Hey Sophomores: We have a meeting Friday morning at 7:00am in room S-8 to discuss plans for prom. All are welcome! Hope to see you there!!!!

The fall production of “Our Town” will be Thurs. Friday and Sat. at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at lunch all this week. Don’t miss it.

National Honor Society members, please plan to attend a special NHS meeting Monday, October 29 at 2:20 p.m. in the Forum. We will be discussing volunteer opportunities for our upcoming Bonfils blood drive. If you cannot attend the meeting but would still like to help with the blood drive, please talk to on of the NHS officers, or to Mr. Sale or Ms. Gaffney in the English office.

Seniors: Graduation announcement packets can be picked up in the main office or the guidance office. Orders will be taken November 1 and November 2 in the cafeteria during lunches.

“The “Technology Student Association” or, “TSA club”, has a fun and exciting activity planned for you at our next TSA meeting on Tuesday, October 30^th in room E10 at 2:25. Please remember your Dues! If you are new to TSA, come see what the TSA club is all about! A reminder to all TSA officers, don’t forget about the officers meeting on Monday, Oct 29^th. See Mr. McMullen for questions.

Please check the Attendance Office or the table in the cafeteria for lost and found items. All items not claimed will be donated.

The French Club will be showing an award winning film, "Les Choristes" (lay core east), today after school in room C-21. Come for food and an amazing film! We will begin promptly at 2:30.

Its not to late to join FBLA !

Come join us for after school Monday October 29 in room S1 at 2:20

We are having a scavenger hunt around the school. Prizes will be awarded.

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

Do you like to debate? Do you like international politics? Would you like to represent a foreign country trying to reach solutions on global issues? Do you like to research? Then become a delegate for the Model United Nations! We are looking for delegates to represent Arapahoe High School at competitions around the state. Competitions are once a month and held at different schools. This Thursday, October 25 ^th at 2:30 in room C24, the AHS MUN Club will be holding an informational meeting for all those interested. We are looking for delegations for the Boulder Conference in December which deals with Humanitarian Aid in Africa. If this topic interests you then come check us out! Our first competition is Saturday, November 10 ^th at Cherry Creek High School. We will be representing the Russian Federation dealing with jurisdiction in the Arctic and Global Warming. See Mrs. Hurt in Social Studies, Ms. DiSepio in World Language, or Club President Michael Marino for more details or if you can't make the meeting. Hope to see you there!

I was working in the library late one night

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

For my biology from the table began to rise

And suddenly, to my surprise…

Take a break from all the “ghooling” madness of the holiday season and come check out the Library. In addition to having all the materials and studying tools you need to get ready for all of your “beastly” projects, we are sponsoring a holiday contest for all students! Come check out the jar of goodies located at the Circulation counter and make your best guess. The prize for the closest guess is the jar of goodies of course! The lucky winner will be announced on Wednesday, October 31^st.

Congratulations to our high scoring math students! The following students earned a high score of ‘5’ on Tuesdays Colorado Math League competition: Anna Blakney, Matt Cullen, Johnny Dickinson, David Ellis, Kenneth Feehs, Kevin Fiorni, Brian Haefliger, Andrew Han, Rebecca Rodman, Tracey Thompson and Scott Tryggestad

Athletics

AHS Special Olympics Basketball is almost ready to start!

Any student who is interested in participating should come to room S-6 and see Mrs. Pepe for an application. Practices start at the end of November and the season runs through the first week of March. We practice once or twice a week at AHS in the evening.

Student Initiated Groups-

Attention AWARE members. Please meet today after school in room C6.

After a brief meeting, we will clean our sponsored area on Franklin Street.

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 24, 2007

General Announcements

Attention Personal Survival students in 1^st, 2nd and 3rd hour classes. Please note: If you have not signed up for "Alive at 25", the website “locks up” 48hrs prior to the beginning of a class. However, it is not too late to sign up. First, if you have not scheduled on line, please call the following phone number: (720-269-4046) and sign up over the phone. Second, leave a message with your phone number. Finally, this message and the instructions for signing up will be posted near the security office, with Mr Richmond, and at the front desk. Any further questions can be answered by Officer Sickafoose.

The fall production of “Our Town” will be Thurs. Friday and Sat. at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at lunch all this week. Don’t miss it.

Today is Rockies day. Enjoy a Rockies dog, chips, and soda for $3, brought to you by AHS administration and counseling department. Go Rockies!

National Honor Society members, please plan to attend a special NHS meeting Monday, October 29 at 2:20 p.m. in the Forum. We will be discussing volunteer opportunities for our upcoming Bonfils blood drive. If you cannot attend the meeting but would still like to help with the blood drive, please talk to on of the NHS officers, or to Mr. Sale or Ms. Gaffney in the English office.

“The “Technology Student Association” or, “TSA club”, has a fun and exciting activity planned for you at our next TSA meeting on Tuesday, October 30^th in room E10 at 2:25. Please remember your Dues! If you are new to TSA, come see what the TSA club is all about! A reminder to all TSA officers, don’t forget about the officers meeting on Monday, Oct 29^th. See Mr. McMullen for questions.

Students: Picture retake day is today in the Theater Hallway from 9:00 until 12:30. Bring in your original package for return. Thank you

Please check the Attendance Office or the table in the cafeteria for lost and found items. All items not claimed will be donated.

The French Club will be showing an award winning film, "Les Choristes" (lay core east), tomorrow after school in room C-21. Come for food and an amazing film! We will begin promptly at 2:30.

Attention all Sophomores! Are you planning on going to college? If you are, please sign up for the PLAN test on Saturday October 27^th. Come on in and sign up with Mrs. Oeinck in the counseling office from October 15^th – today October 24^th.

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

Spanish Club will be showing Tim Burton’s The Night Before Christmas today at 2:30 in Room C-21. All are welcome! Please note this has been changed due to after school activities.

Do you like to debate? Do you like international politics? Would you like to represent a foreign country trying to reach solutions on global issues? Do you like to research? Then become a delegate for the Model United Nations! We are looking for delegates to represent Arapahoe High School at competitions around the state. Competitions are once a month and held at different schools. This Thursday, October 25 ^th at 2:30 in room C24, the AHS MUN Club will be holding an informational meeting for all those interested. We are looking for delegations for the Boulder Conference in December which deals with Humanitarian Aid in Africa. If this topic interests you then come check us out! Our first competition is Saturday, November 10 ^th at Cherry Creek High School. We will be representing the Russian Federation dealing with jurisdiction in the Arctic and Global Warming. See Mrs. Hurt in Social Studies, Ms. DiSepio in World Language, or Club President Michael Marino for more details or if you can't make the meeting. Hope to see you there!

Athletics

AHS Special Olympics Basketball is almost ready to start!

Any student who is interested in participating should come to room S-6 and see Mrs. Pepe for an application. Practices start at the end of November and the season runs through the first week of March. We practice once or twice a week at AHS in the evening.

Student Initiated Groups-\

Attention AWARE members. Please meet Thursday after school in room C6.

After a brief meeting, we will clean our sponsored area on Franklin Street.

Attention all students interested in helping to make a difference in saving lives of teenage drivers, we need your support and ideas at our first REMEMBER CLUB meeting today after school in Room S9. Please come to the Remember Club meeting and help us get our Seat Belt Challenge underway. The Remember Club meeting will start at 2:20pm in Room S9 on Wednesday.

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 23, 2007

General Announcements

The fall production of “Our Town” will be Thurs. Friday and Sat. at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at lunch all this week. Don’t miss it.

Attention Juniors and Seniors: If you are interested in taking college classes while attending school at Arapahoe, you must attend one of the P.S.E.O. informational meetings today, during first or second lunch in the Forum.

Wednesday will be Rockies day. Wear your best Rockies attire. Enjoy a Rockies dog, chips, and soda for $3, brought to you by AHS administration and counseling department. Go Rockies!

“The “Technology Student Association” or, “TSA club”, has a fun and exciting activity planned for you at our next TSA meeting on Tuesday, October 30^th in room E10 at 2:25. Please remember your Dues! If you are new to TSA, come see what the TSA club is all about! A reminder to all TSA officers, don’t forget about the officers meeting on Monday, Oct 29^th. See Mr. McMullen for questions.

Students: Picture retake day will be this Wednesday, October 24, in the Theater Hallway from 9:00 until 12:30. Bring in your original package for return. Thank you

Attention all Sophomores! Are you planning on going to college? If you are, please sign up for the PLAN test on Saturday October 27^th. Come on in and sign up with Mrs. Oeinck in the counseling office from October 15^th –October 24^th.

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

Spanish Club will be showing Tim Burton’s The Night Before Christmas on Wednesday October 24^th at 2:30 in Room C-21. All are welcome! Please note this has been changed due to after school activities.

Do you like to debate? Do you like international politics? Would you like to represent a foreign country trying to reach solutions on global issues? Do you like to research? Then become a delegate for the Model United Nations! We are looking for delegates to represent Arapahoe High School at competitions around the state. Competitions are once a month and held at different schools. This Thursday, October 25 ^th at 2:30 the AHS MUN Club will be holding an informational meeting for all those interested. We are looking for delegations for the Boulder Conference in December which deals with Humanitarian Aid in Africa. If this topic interests you then come check us out! Our first competition is Saturday, November 10 ^th at Cherry Creek High School. We will be representing the Russian Federation dealing with jurisdiction in the Arctic and Global Warming. See Mrs. Hurt in Social Studies, Ms. DiSepio in World Language, or Club President Michael Marino for more details or if you can't make the meeting. Hope to see you there!

Attention mathematicians! Today is the first Colorado Math League Competition. Please do your very best to keep Arapahoe ranked in the top scoring schools in the state! Go Arapahoe!!

Athletics

Hey volleyball players! Don’t forget that uniform turn-in is today immediately after school in the gym. Please see your coach if you have a conflict! Don’t forget your jersey, warm-ups, and bag!

AHS Special Olympics Basketball is almost ready to start!
Any student who is interested in participating should come to room S-6 and see Mrs. Pepe for an application. Practices start at the end of November and the season runs through the first week of March. We practice once or twice a week at AHS in the evening.

Student Initiated Groups-

Attention all students interested in helping to make a difference in saving lives of teenage drivers, we need your support and ideas at our first REMEMBER CLUB meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 24^th after school in Room S9. Please come to the Remember Club meeting and help us get our Seat Belt Challenge underway. The Remember Club meeting will start at 2:20pm in Room S9 on Wednesday.

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 22, 2007

General Announcements

Congratulations to all members of the Warrior Marching Band for being named the 2007 State Champion Runner-up 2nd Place 5A Marching Band at Saturday's State Championships!! This is the 2nd time Arapahoe has reached this high placement in the past 3 years!!! The Warrior Marching Band has placed no lower than 3rd, at state, since 2004!!!! Arapahoe scored 84 points on Saturday - just 2 points out of 1st place. The band would like to thank all their supportive fans who cheered them on throughout this competitive season!! You'll be able to see the Warrior Band's Championship Show at this Friday's Football Game. Congratulations Warrior Marching Band!!!!!

GO FIGURE!! EVERY NOVICE COMPETITOR COMPETING AT THE REGIS HIGH SCHOOL SPEECH TOURNAMENT ON SATURDAY SCORED AN EXCELLENT OR SUPERIOR RIBBON!! BE PROUD!!

The fall production of “Our Town” will be Thurs. Friday and Sat. at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at lunch all this week. Don’t miss it.

Attention Juniors and Seniors: If you are interested in taking college classes while attending school at Arapahoe, you must attend one of the P.S.E.O. informational meetings on Tuesday, October 23, 2007, during first or second lunch in the Forum.

Wednesday will be Rockies day. Wear your best Rockies attire. Enjoy a Rockies dog, chips, and soda for $3, brought to you by AHS administration and counseling department. Go Rockies!

“The “Technology Student Association” or, “TSA club”, has a fun and exciting activity planned for you at our next TSA meeting on Tuesday, October 30^th in room E10 at 2:25. Please remember your Dues! If you are new to TSA, come see what the TSA club is all about! A reminder to all TSA officers, don’t forget about the officers meeting on Monday, Oct 29^th. See Mr. McMullen for questions.

Attention all Model UN members participating in the Cherry Creek meet, please meet for a brief meeting in C-24 after school today

Students: Picture retake day will be this Wednesday, October 24, in the Theater Hallway from 9:00 until 12:30. Bring in your original package for return. Thank you

Attention all Sophomores! Are you planning on going to college? If you are, please sign up for the PLAN test on Saturday October 27^th. Come on in and sign up with Mrs. Oeinck in the counseling office from October 15^th –October 24^th.

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

Spanish Club will be showing Tim Burton’s The Night Before Christmas on Wednesday October 24^th at 2:30 in Room C-21. All are welcome! Please note this has been changed due to after school activities.

Athletics

Congratulations to the freshmen football team for another impressive victory on Saturday over Rangeview 28-0. This was another great “TEAM” effort that pushed the teams record to 7 and 1 and sets up a league championship game this coming Saturday against the currently undefeated Regis Raiders. Please plan to come out on Saturday and support your team!!! Game time is 9:00 AM.

Congratulations to the sophomore girls’ volleyball team for their impressive win against Gateway. The team finished the season with a 12 and 7 record and won 7 of their last 9 matches. Great season ladies.

Hey volleyball players! Don’t forget that uniform turn-in is tomorrow immediately after school in the gym. Please see your coach if you have a conflict! Don’t forget your jersey, warm-ups, and bag!

AHS Special Olympics Basketball is almost ready to start!

Any student who is interested in participating should come to room S-6 and see Mrs. Pepe for an application. Practices start at the end of November and the season runs through the first week of March. We practice once or twice a week at AHS in the evening.

Student Initiated Groups-

Attention Chess Players! Plan to attend today’s chess club practice in the Enrichment Room after school. Snacks will be served!

Habitat for Humanity will meet today, after school in C-18. We need volunteers to visit the elementary and middle schools about our big project. This is an important meeting, so please be there.

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 17, 2007

General Announcements

Students, if you ordered a yearbook last year, please have your parents pick up your DVD at parent teacher conferences this Wednesday and Thursday! DVDs can also be picked up in the main office.

Attention all Sophomores! Are you planning on going to college? If you are, please sign up for the PLAN test on Saturday October 27^th. Come on in and sign up with Mrs. Oeinck in the counseling office from October 15^th –October 24^th.

Please take the time to check the Library Overdue lists located on the bulletin boards in the north and south hallways and in the library. Check periodically to make sure that you don’t have a fine or overdue book. These lists are updated weekly. Thanks Warriors!

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

Athletics

AHS Special Olympics Basketball is almost ready to start!

Any student who is interested in participating should come to room S-6 and see Mrs. Pepe for an application. Practices start at the end of November and the season runs through the first week of March. We practice once or twice a week at AHS in the evening.

Student Initiated Groups-

Habitat for Humanity will meet next Monday, October 22, after school in C-18. We need volunteers to visit the elementary and middle schools about our big project. This is an important meeting, so please be there.

If you are a political junkie or would love to learn more about politics, get involved and join the Arapahoe Young Democrats. Our first meeting will be in C6 after school today. We are moving in on an important election year, and if you are not yet of voting age, you will be soon. You are never too young to get involved and be part of the democratic process. Again, Young Democrats meet after school on Wednesday

Congratulations to Jakeob Bame for getting a Turkey at the Bowling Club last week. Come and get one for yourself today at the AMF. See you there.

Attention Warriors of the Word. Although we don’t have school Thursday or Friday, we would still like to meet. Please meet at the flag pole tomorrow at 11:00 for some Ultimate Frisbee and fellowship. Bring your friends. The Frisbee will be provided.

Hey Animal-lovers! We are going to the Colorado Humane Society tomorrow from 9 am to noon! It's a great way to get service hours and you get to play with cute, lonely animals! If you are
interested in coming, contact Kaia Nutting or Ms. Durow!

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 16, 2007

General Announcements

Students, if you ordered a yearbook last year, please have your parents pick up your DVD at parent teacher conferences this Wednesday and Thursday! DVDs can also be picked up in the main office.

Attention all Sophomores! Are you planning on going to college? If you are, please sign up for the PLAN test on Saturday October 27^th. Come on in and sign up with Mrs. Oeinck in the counseling office from October 15^th –October 24^th.

THE BRONCOS WIVES FOOD DRIVE HAS BEEN UNDERWAY AND MRS. PARMENTER’S CHOIR CLASSES ARE WINNING. PLEASE CONTRIBUTE TO THE FOOD DRIVE BY BRINGING IN YOUR FOOD ITEMS BY TOMORROW. IF AHS WINS THE FOOD DRIVE THEN THE BRONCO PLAYERS WILL COME FOR A VISIT. PLEASE HELP US WIN THE FOOD DRIVE!!

Please take the time to check the Library Overdue lists located on the bulletin boards in the north and south hallways and in the library. Check periodically to make sure that you don’t have a fine or overdue book. These lists are updated weekly. Thanks Warriors!

How would you like to have dinner with Chris Crutcher, author of such books as Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, Ironman, and Whale Talk?

Drop by the library to enter a contest in which two students will be chosen to join Mr. Crutcher for dinner Sunday evening, November 4th. All you have to do is answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Chris Crutcher book and why is it your favorite?
• What would you like to discuss with Mr. Crutcher at dinner? What questions would you like to ask him?

Two winners will be randomly drawn from all entries at the end of the school day on October 31st.

Good luck to all members of the Warrior Marching Band at tomorrow’s Pikes Peak March of Champions. Arapahoe is the defending 5A Champion 1^st Place Band – Good luck Warrior Band! On Saturday, the Warrior Marching Band will be competing at the State Marching Band Championships. This will take place at Hughes Field, on the CSU Campus, in Ft. Collins. Arapahoe is going in as the second seed out of all Colorado 5A bands! The Warrior Band’s preliminary performance will be at 3:15pm, with their finals performance sometime between 8:45 and 9:30pm. You’re all invited to join the band in Ft. Collins and cheer them on at state! Good luck Warrior Marching Band!!

Athletics

CONGRATULATIONS to our JV and Varsity Warrior Cheers for an outstanding performance this weekend at the 2007 AmeriCheer Competition held at Chaparral High School on Saturday. Both teams performed nearly flawless routines, and the JV earned second place in their division, and the Varsity captured first place. Way to go Warrior Cheers! Good luck to the Varsity team who will compete on the 27^th of this month at the UCA Regional Competition in Pueblo.

AHS Special Olympics Basketball is almost ready to start!

Any seniors who are interested in participating should come to room S-6 and see Mrs. Pepe for an application. Practices start at the end of November and the season runs through the first week of March. We practice once or twice a week at AHS in the evening.

Student Initiated Groups-

If you are a political junkie or would love to learn more about politics, get involved and join the Arapahoe Young Democrats. Our first meeting will be in C6 after school on Wednesday. We are moving in on an important election year, and if you are not yet of voting age, you will be soon. You are never too young to get involved and be part of the democratic process. Again, Young Democrats meet after school on Wednesday

Interested in playing Ultimate Frisbee? Come to the outdoor classroom today at 2:30 to discuss our upcoming Frisbee season. Hope to see you there.

Attention Warriors of the Word. Although we don’t have school Thursday or Friday, we would still like to meet. Please meet at the flag pole on Thursday at 11:00 for some Ultimate Frisbee and fellowship. Bring your friends. The Frisbee will be provided.

Hey Animal-lovers! We are going to the Colorado Humane Society this Thursday from 9 am to noon! It's a great way to get service hours and you get to play with cute, lonely animals! If you are
interested in coming, contact Kaia Nutting or Ms. Durow!

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.

October 15, 2007

General Announcements

Thanks for your support Warriors! Between the “Think Pink” volleyball game and Miracle Minute lunch fundraising, we raised $1,208.66 in one day to be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Congratulations to the Warrior Marching Band for being named the Grand Champion 1st Place Band out of 28 bands at Saturday's Douglas County Marching Invitational! Arapahoe scored a season high 85.65 points!!! There was a 3 point spread between the Warrior Band and the 2nd place unit. Arapahoe received a Box 5 Superior score of 90.5 points from one of the Music General Effect Judges!! Our band won 2 caption awards - Best Music and Best Effect!!! This is the first time in school history that the Warrior Band has won 3 competitions at the start of State Championship Week!! Way to go Warrior Marching Band!!!!!

“Congratulations to the Arapahoe Herald staff for their successes at the Colorado High School Press Association’s Journalism Conference at CSU last Thursday. Senior Kelley Robinson took second place for best news story, 3^rd place for best feature personality story and third for best photo/graphic illustration in the state of Colorado! Junior Kelsey Schuler took third place for best personality feature in the state of Colorado. Both Kelley Robinson and Kelsey Schuler took third place for best Maestro page design in the state of Colorado! Congratulations Arapahoe Herald Staff!”

Congratulations to the yearbook staff on their third place finish for the 2007 Yearbook Sweepstakes!

Students, if you ordered a yearbook last year, please have your parents pick up your DVD at parent teacher conferences this Wednesday and Thursday! DVDs can also be picked up in the main office.

Attention all Sophomores! Are you planning on going to college? If you are, please sign up for the PLAN test on Saturday October 27^th. Come on in and sign up with Mrs. Oeinck in the counseling office from October 15^th –October 24^th.

THE BRONCOS WIVES FOOD DRIVE HAS BEEN UNDERWAY AND MRS. PARMENTER’S CHOIR CLASSES ARE WINNING. PLEASE CONTRIBUTE TO THE FOOD DRIVE BY BRINGING IN YOUR FOOD ITEMS BY WED. OCT. 17^th. IF AHS WINS THE FOOD DRIVE THEN THE BRONCO PLAYERS WILL COME FOR A VISIT. PLEASE HELP US WIN THE FOOD DRIVE!!

Please take the time to check the Library Overdue lists located on the bulletin boards in the north and south hallways and in the library. Check periodically to make sure that you don’t have a fine or overdue book. These lists are updated weekly. Thanks Warriors!

Attention delegates of Model UN that are participating in the Cherry Creek conference on November 10^th. Model UN is having a quick mandatory meeting after school TODAY in room C-21. Important changes have been made and critical information will be shared. Any questions see Ms. DiSepio.

Congratulations go to competitors at the Highlands Ranch Speech and Debate Tournament this past Friday. Our competitors brought home numerous superior and excellent ribbons. Keep up the good work!

Seniors! Don’t forget Senior Memory Blocks are due today – your parents received the order form last May.

Athletics

CONGRATULATIONS to our JV and Varsity Warrior Cheers for an outstanding performance this weekend at the 2007 AmeriCheer Competition held at Chaparral High School on Saturday. Both teams performed nearly flawless routines, and the JV earned second place in their division, and the Varsity captured first place. Way to go Warrior Cheers! Good luck to the Varsity team who will compete on the 27^th of this month at the UCA Regional Competition in Pueblo.

The Boy’s Varsity Tennis team took 6^th place at the State Tennis Tournament over the weekend. Dan Johnson and Eric Law took 3^rd place at number 1 doubles and Jeff Maxey and Wade Schutte took 4^th place at the number 2 doubles position. This is the best showing for the tennis team in 10 years! Congratulations to all of the tennis team members for a great season.

Congratulations to the Freshmen Black Volleyball team on third place finish at their tournament this weekend.

Congratulations to the cross country team for winning the Boys Continental League Championships and for our girls taking 2nd Place. All Fresh\Soph & Varsity runners should be out at the Circle Drive today at 2:30 to leave for the meet.

Attention swimmers and divers: If you are interested in going out for either the boys or girls swimming or diving team, please attend the following meetings. The boys swimmers and divers will meet today. The girls will meet in the pool area on Tuesday October 16th. Each meeting will be go from 2:25 - 2:40

AHS Special Olympics Basketball is almost ready to start!
Any seniors who are interested in participating should come to room S-6 and see Mrs. Pepe for an application. Practices start at the end of November and the season runs through the first week of March. We practice once or twice a week at AHS in the evening.

Student Initiated Groups-

If you are a political junkie or would love to learn more about politics, get involved and join the Arapahoe Young Democrats. Our first meeting will be in C6 after school on Wednesday. We are moving in on an important election year, and if you are not yet of voting age, you will be soon. You are never too young to get involved and be part of the democratic process. Again, Young Democrats meet after school on Wednesday

Interested in playing Ultimate Frisbee? Come to the outdoor classroom on Tuesday, October 16 at 2:30 to discuss our upcoming Frisbee season. Hope to see you there.

Attention Warriors of the Word. Although we don’t have school Thursday or Friday, we would still like to meet. Please meet at the flag pole on Thursday at 11:00 for some Ultimate Frisbee and fellowship. Bring your friends. The Frisbee will be provided.

Hey Animal-lovers! We are going to the Colorado Humane Society this Thursday from 9 am to noon! It's a great way to get service hours and you get to play with cute, lonely animals! If you are
interested in coming, contact Kaia Nutting or Ms. Durow!

The Remember Club asks you to buckle up and take care of one another.