Friday, October 31, 2008

October 31, 2008

General Announcements

Attention Sophomores! We will hold our next Student Council meeting next Tuesday, November 4, at 2:30 p.m. in room C20. We hope to see you there!

Attention all FCCLA members: Anyone planning to attend districts on Nov. 14th needs to pick up permission slips from Mrs. Rains by the end of the day Monday Nov. 3rd. Also, don’t forget dues are due on Monday as well. Drop by Mrs. Rains’ office if you have questions.

Attention FCCLA officer team: Don’t forget your officer meeting after school on Monday November 3rd in room E2. You will be planning for the next chapter meeting on Nov. 17th . See you there officers!

Attention mathematicians!! Plan to attend the 17th Annual University of Northern Colorado Math Competition today from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. in room N-2 and N-3. See your math teacher or Mrs. Lobser for details. Spooky snacks will be served! See you there!

For students participating in Math Day at CSU, there will be a mandatory meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 4th at 2:30 in S-8. If you cannot attend, please see Mr. Thurmond in the math office.

Come join your Link Leaders for a bouncy good time. Link Crew is planning an after school field trip for leaders and freshmen to go to JumpStreet – an indoor trampoline park – on Thursday, November 6th. Cost is $12.00 and includes admission to the park, snack and transportation. We will leave AHS at 3:00 p.m. and return at 6:30 p.m. It is first come, first served, so get your permission slips and cold, hard cash into Mr. Hawthorne in the Social Studies Department ASAP! Permission slips are due November 4th.

And the winner of the candy is…………Hailey Moore. Hailey please stop by the Library to claim your prize.

Athletics

Come out at 7 PM tonight to LPS Stadium to cheer on the Varsity Football Warriors in their final game of the season as they host the Rampart Rams from Colorado Springs. Tomorrow morning at 9 AM come watch your Freshman Warrior Football Team battle the Freshmen from Rampart High School. The game will be played right here at the Arapahoe High School field. Go Warriors!
Congratulations to your Junior Varsity Football Warriors. They were victorious in their final game of the season last Saturday versus Smoky Hill. They ended the season with a winning record of 6 and 3!

Hey Warriors, the varsity volleyball team competes in regionals, the top 16 in state, tomorrow at Mountain Vista. They play at 8 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2 PM. If they end up in the top two of four, they will be the first volleyball team in Arapahoe history to go to the state tournament next weekend. Come on over and help cheer them on to victory. Good luck!

All girls interested in basketball are welcome to attend Coach Burgin’s preseason camp for grades 9 through 12. The camp starts November 3rd and runs through November 11th. Juniors and Seniors will participate from 2:30 to 5:00 pm, Freshman and Sophomores from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Both camps will be held in the Main Gym.

Winter Sports Registration will take place next week! Wrestling will take place on Monday, November 3rd, Boys and Girls Basketball on Tuesday, November 4th and Girls Swimming/Diving will register on Wednesday, November 5th. All registration will take place in Room S4 beginning at 2:30 pm each day. Registration paperwork can be picked up in the Athletic Office.

Hey students and staff. . . interested in running or walking a 5K? We hope you can participate in the Littleton Stride on Sunday, November 2nd. Early registration ends today. Please pick up a registration form for the Littleton Stride 10K and 5K Run from any Physical Education Teacher. Get movin!!

Thursday, October 30, 2008

October 30, 2008

General Announcements

With tomorrow being Halloween, please remember that all costumes must follow the Arapahoe school dress code. No masks, no face paint, no hoods, and faces must be visible. Please see an administrator if you have any questions.

ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The 2009 trip to Washington D.C. is here again! This trip is an amazing opportunity to experience Washington D.C. and Capitol Hill first hand as we enter a new era in politics. There will be a parent/guardian meeting for those interested in this trip tonight at 7 PM in the Forum. Please feel free to join your parent or guardian, and if you are unable to attend the meeting, please see Mr. Hawthorne or Mr. Meyer in the Social Studies department.

Attention Sophomores! We will hold our next Student Council meeting next Tuesday, November 4, at 2:30 p.m. in room C20. We hope to see you there!

Attention mathematicians!! Plan to attend the 17th Annual University of Northern Colorado Math Competition on Friday, October 31st from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. in room N-2 and N-3. See your math teacher or Mrs. Lobser for details. Spooky snacks will be served! See you there!

Attention Math Club members! In preparation for the CSU Math Day competition, we will be meeting each Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30 in Room S-8. For more details, see the Math Announcements board right outside the math office.

Come join your Link Leaders for a bouncy good time. Link Crew is planning an after school field trip for leaders and freshmen to go to JumpStreet – an indoor trampoline park – on Thursday, November 6th. Cost is $12.00 and includes admission to the park, snack and transportation. We will leave AHS at 3:00 p.m. and return at 6:30 p.m. It is first come, first served, so get your permission slips and cold, hard cash into Mr. Hawthorne in the Social Studies Department ASAP! Permission slips are due November 4th.

Athletics

Congratulations go out to Brian Craig and Eric Law for receiving All State Honorable Mention recognition for their State Tennis Tournament performance.

Congratulations to the varsity football team for their exciting win over Smoky Hill on Friday night. They will host Rampart in a post-season game this Friday night, October 31st at 7:00 pm at LPSS. The Freshman team will play Rampart here at Arapahoe on Saturday morning, November 1st at 9:00 am. Go Warriors!

All girls interested in basketball are welcome to attend Coach Burgin’s preseason camp for grades 9 through 12. The camp starts November 3rd and runs through November 11th. Juniors and Seniors will participate from 2:30 to 5:00 pm, Freshman and Sophomores from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Both camps will be held in the Main Gym.

Winter Sports Registration will take place next week! Wrestling will take place on Monday, November 3rd, Boys and Girls Basketball on Tuesday, November 4th and Girls Swimming/Diving will register on Wednesday, November 5th. All registration will take place in Room S4 beginning at 2:30 pm each day. Registration paperwork can be picked up in the Athletic Office.

Hey students and staff. . . interested in running or walking a 5K? We hope you can participate in the Littleton Stride on Sunday, November 2nd. Early registration ends this Friday. Please pick up a registration form for the Littleton Stride 10K and 5K Run from any Physical Education Teacher. Get movin!!

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

October 29, 2008

General Announcements

FBLA has a meeting today after school in room S5 to discuss competition and start signing up for it. If you don’t know what you want to compete in come and let us help you out. See you there!

Those attending the Colorado State Thespian Conference please attend a short meeting today, Wednesday, in the theater after school. See Mr. Earley for details.

ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The 2009 trip to Washington D.C. is here again! This trip is an amazing opportunity to experience Washington D.C. and Capitol Hill first hand as we enter a new era in politics. There will be a parent/guardian meeting for those interested in this trip tomorrow at 7 PM in the Forum. Please feel free to join your parent or guardian, and if you are unable to attend the meeting, please see Mr. Hawthorne or Mr. Meyer in the Social Studies department.

Attention all Sophomores!
What: The PLAN test is the practice ACT test. Get prepared for college!
When: Saturday November 1st. Please arrive at 7:45a.m.
Where: Science Wing
How: Registration ends today.
Please bring $20.00 and a photo ID to the Guidance Office to sign up. PLAN for your future!!!!

Do you write? Paint? Draw? This is a great opportunity to have your artwork, poetry and short stories published in Arapahoe’s literary magazine, The MUSE! Submissions will be accepted starting October 31st until December 12th. Directions to submit are on the AHS website under activities, The MUSE. See Mr. Miles in the English office for details.

Attention Sophomores! We will hold our next Student Council meeting next Tuesday, November 4, at 2:30 p.m. in room C20. We hope to see you there!

Attention mathematicians!! Plan to attend the 17th Annual University of Northern Colorado Math Competition on Friday, October 31st from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. in room N-2 and N-3. See your math teacher or Mrs. Lobser for details. Spooky snacks will be served! See you there!

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please see Mrs. Boyce in Guidance asap! We are enrolling students in the PSEO program for winter/spring courses. The forms must be returned to Guidance by today. Please take part in this exciting program!

Attention Math Club members! In preparation for the CSU Math Day competition, we will be meeting each Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30 in Room S-8. For more details, see the Math Announcements board right outside the math office.

Take a guess….if you dare. Stop by the library and guess how much candy is in the jar and you could win it all.

Come join your Link Leaders for a bouncy good time. Link Crew is planning an after school field trip for leaders and freshmen to go to JumpStreet – an indoor trampoline park – on Thursday, November 6th. Cost is $12.00 and includes admission to the park, snack and transportation. We will leave AHS at 3:00 p.m. and return at 6:30 p.m. It is first come, first served, so get your permission slips and cold, hard cash into Mr. Hawthorne in the Social Studies Department ASAP! Permission slips are due November 4th.


Athletics

A reminder to all Varsity soccer players: uniform check-in is today in room C-7 at 2:45.

Congratulations to the varsity football team for their exciting win over Smoky Hill on Friday night. They will host Rampart in a post-season game this Friday night, October 31st at 7:00 pm at LPSS. The Freshman team will play Rampart here at Arapahoe on Saturday morning, November 1st at 9:00 am. Go Warriors!

All girls interested in basketball are welcome to attend Coach Burgin’s preseason camp for grades 9 through 12. The camp starts November 3rd and runs through November 11th. Juniors and Seniors will participate from 2:30 to 5:00 pm, Freshman and Sophomores from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Both camps will be held in the Main Gym.

Winter Sports Registration will take place next week! Wrestling will take place on Monday, November 3rd, Boys and Girls Basketball on Tuesday, November 4th and Girls Swimming/Diving will register on Wednesday, November 5th. All registration will take place in Room S4 beginning at 2:30 pm each day. Registration paperwork can be picked up in the Athletic Office.

Hey students and staff. . . interested in running or walking a 5K? We hope you can participate in the Littleton Stride on Sunday, November 2nd. Early registration ends this Friday. Please pick up a registration form for the Littleton Stride 10K and 5K Run from any Physical Education Teacher. Get movin!!

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

October 28, 2008

General Announcements

Concert Choir, Choralettes and Orchestra, don’t forget the yearbook pictures today after school at 2:20 in the theatre.

FBLA members, it’s time to start signing up for competition. Don’t know what to sign up for? We will help you find an event to participate in that fits your talents. Our meeting will be held in room S5 after school today.

Tomorrow after school Spanish club will be making sugar skulls for Day of the Dead in room C-21. Come join us for this sugary skeletal event!

ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The 2009 trip to Washington D.C. is here again! This trip is an amazing opportunity to experience Washington D.C. and Capitol Hill first hand as we enter a new era in politics. There will be a parent/guardian meeting for those interested in this trip on Thursday, October 30th at 7 PM in the Forum. Please feel free to join your parent or guardian, and if you are unable to attend the meeting, please see Mr. Hawthorne or Mr. Meyer in the Social Studies department.

Attention all Sophomores!
What: The PLAN test is the practice ACT test. Get prepared for college!
When: Saturday November 1st. Please arrive at 7:45a.m.
Where: Science Wing
How: Registration ends on October 29th.
Please bring $20.00 and a photo ID to the Guidance Office to sign up. PLAN for your future!!!!

Do you write? Paint? Draw? This is a great opportunity to have your artwork, poetry and short stories published in Arapahoe’s literary magazine, The MUSE! Submissions will be accepted starting October 31st until December 12th. Directions to submit are on the AHS website under activities, The MUSE. See Mr. Miles in the English office for details.

Attention mathematicians!! Plan to attend the 17th Annual University of Northern Colorado Math Competition on Friday, October 31st from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. in room N-2 and N-3. See your math teacher or Mrs. Lobser for details. Spooky snacks will be served! See you there!

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please see Mrs. Boyce in Guidance asap! We are enrolling students in the PSEO program for winter/spring courses. The forms must be returned to Guidance by Wednesday, the 29th. Please take part in this exciting program!

Attention Math Club members! In preparation for the CSU Math Day competition, we will be meeting each Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30 in Room S-8. For more details, see the Math Announcements board right outside the math office.

Take a guess….if you dare. Stop by the library and guess how much candy is in the jar and you could win it all.


Come join your Link Leaders for a bouncy good time. Link Crew is planning an after school field trip for leaders and freshmen to go to JumpStreet – an indoor trampoline park – on Thursday, November 6th. Cost is $12.00 and includes admission to the park, snack and transportation. We will leave AHS at 3:00 p.m. and return at 6:30 p.m. It is first come, first served, so get your permission slips and cold, hard cash into Mr. Hawthorne in the Social Studies Department ASAP! Permission slips are due November 4th.

Hey students and staff. . . interested in running or walking a 5K? We hope you can participate in the Littleton Stride on Sunday, November 2nd. Early registration ends this Friday. Please pick up a registration form for the Littleton Stride 10K and 5K Run from any Physical Education Teacher. Get movin!!



Athletics

Congratulations to the varsity football team for their exciting win over Smoky Hill on Friday night. They will host Rampart in a post-season game this Friday night, October 31st at 7:00 pm at LPSS. The Freshman team will play Rampart here at Arapahoe on Saturday morning, November 1st at 9:00 am. Go Warriors!

Winter Sports Registration will take place next week! Wrestling will take place on Monday, November 3rd, Boys and Girls Basketball on Tuesday, November 4th and Girls Swimming/Diving will register on Wednesday, November 5th. All registration will take place in Room S4 beginning at 2:30 pm each day. Registration paperwork can be picked up in the Athletic Office.

Monday, October 27, 2008

October 27, 2008

General Announcements

Congratulations to all members of the Warrior Marching Band for placing third in the state at Invesco Field on Saturday night! Arapahoe received bronze medals for their outstanding performance. The Warrior Band's Finals Score of 80.40 was just 2.35 points away from 1st place! Arapahoe placed 1st in the Visual - General Effect caption, thanks to our superior color guard!!! The Warrior Band has now placed no lower than 3rd at any state championship competition for the 4th year in a row!!!! The band would like to thank all the students, parents and administration for their support throughout the 2008 competitive season.

FBLA members, it’s time to start signing up for competition. Don’t know what to sign up for? We will help you find an event to participate in that fits your talents. Our meeting will be held in room S5 after school this Wednesday, October 29.

ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The 2009 trip to Washington D.C. is here again! This trip is an amazing opportunity to experience Washington D.C. and Capitol Hill first hand as we enter a new era in politics. There will be a parent/guardian meeting for those interested in this trip on Thursday, October 30th at 7 PM in the Forum. Please feel free to join your parent or guardian, and if you are unable to attend the meeting, please see Mr. Hawthorne or Mr. Meyer in the Social Studies department.

Attention all Sophomores!
What: The PLAN test is the practice ACT test. Get prepared for college!
When: Saturday November 1st. Please arrive at 7:45a.m.
Where: Science Wing
How: Registration ends on October 29th.
Please bring $20.00 and a photo ID to the Guidance Office to sign up. PLAN for your future!!!!

Do you write? Paint? Draw? This is a great opportunity to have your artwork, poetry and short stories published in Arapahoe’s literary magazine, The MUSE! Submissions will be accepted starting October 31st until December 12th. Directions to submit are on the AHS website under activities, The MUSE. See Mr. Miles in the English office for details.

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please see Mrs. Boyce in Guidance asap! We are enrolling students in the PSEO program for winter/spring courses. The forms must be returned to Guidance by Wednesday, the 29th. Please take part in this exciting program!

Attention Math Club members! In preparation for the CSU Math Day competition, we will be meeting each Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30 in Room S-8. For more details, see the Math Announcements board right outside the math office.

Take a guess….if you dare. Stop by the library and guess how much candy is in the jar and you could win it all.



Athletics

Congratulations to the Freshman football team for their 21-14 win Saturday over Smoky Hill. The win pushes the team’s record to 6 and 3. The Freshman team will play its last game of the season here at AHS on Saturday at 9:00 AM. They will be trying to extend a 3 year freshman home winning streak. See you all there.

Congratulations to the Varsity Volleyball team as they advanced through districts on Saturday. They swept their pool and cross over match beating Fountain, Ponderosa, and Fruita in three games each. In the championship match, they lost a tough game against Grandview, but advance to regionals this Saturday. They are now one of the final 16 teams remaining in the state and play at Mountain Vista on Saturday. Great job, and good luck!

Reminder to all boys JV soccer players, uniform check in is today in room C-7.
Attention boys Varsity soccer players. Uniform check in will be Wednesday at 2:45 in room C-7

Friday, October 24, 2008

October 24, 2008

General Announcements

Congratulations to our top scoring Colorado Math League participants! Due to our students’ extraordinary mathematical talent, Arapahoe has the highest possible score on the first CML Contest. Please recognize the following students who earned a perfect score of 6: Tim Chilton, Lara McDougald, Pieter Orlandini, Tom Roberts & Lindsay Strait!

Good luck to all members of the Warrior Marching Band who will be performing at the State Championships tomorrow! Arapahoe is going in as the #3 seed. Our semis performance will be at noon, at Northglenn's 5 Star Stadium. The Warrior Band's Finals performance should be around 9pm at Invesco Field! Come on out and cheer on your band!!

Attention all Sophomores!
What: The PLAN test is the practice ACT test. Get prepared for college!
When: Saturday November 1st. Please arrive at 7:45a.m.
Where: Science Wing
How: Registration begins Monday October 20th and ends on October 29th.
Please bring $20.00 and a photo ID to the Guidance Office to sign up. PLAN for your future!!!!

The Fall play “Flowers for Algernon” is tonight and tomorrow night. Tickets are $5 and are on sale during lunch today in the cafeteria.

Do you write? Paint? Draw? This is a great opportunity to have your artwork, poetry and short stories published in Arapahoe’s literary magazine, The MUSE! Submissions will be accepted starting October 31st until December 12th. Directions to submit are on the AHS website under activities, The MUSE. See Mr. Miles in the English office for details.

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please see Mrs. Boyce in Guidance asap! We are enrolling students in the PSEO program for winter/spring courses. The forms must be returned to Guidance by Wednesday, the 29th. Please take part in this exciting program!

Attention Math Club members! In preparation for the CSU Math Day competition, we will be meeting each Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30 in Room S-8. For more details, see the Math Announcements board right outside the math office.

Take a guess….if you dare. Stop by the library and guess how much candy is in the jar and you could win it all.


Athletics

The Toms have spirit and they want you to have spirit too. It's our last football game for the season and we're selling spirit pops in the cafeteria today at both lunches. These flavorful gourmet lollipops are one for 75 cents or 2 for a dollar. Come support the Toms and get some spirit!

Guess what Seniors? Tonight is the last home football game of your high school career. Come get ready for it at the Senior class tailgate party from 4-6 in the west parking lot by the track. The cost is $3 for pizza, dessert, and a drink. Come wearing black!

Tonight is a special Varsity football game.........It's Senior Night! Beginning at 6 PM please come out to recognize Senior players and their families. The game versus Smoky Hill High School follows at 7 PM.
Tomorrow at 9 AM come cheer on your Freshman Warrior Football team in their game against Smokey Hill. The Freshmen are coming off a big victory last week versus Cherokee Trail. Following that game stay and watch your Junior Varsity Warrior Football team battle Smoky Hill at 11:30 AM.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

October 23, 2008

General Announcements

French Club will be meeting today in room C21 at 2:30. Please come!

Attention all Sophomores!
What: The PLAN test is the practice ACT test. Get prepared for college!
When: Saturday November 1st. Please arrive at 7:45a.m.
Where: Science Wing
How: Registration begins Monday October 20th and ends on October 29th.
Please bring $20.00 and a photo ID to the Guidance Office to sign up. PLAN for your future!!!!

The Fall play “Flowers for Algernon” is tonight, Friday and Saturday of this week. Tickets are $5 and are on sale during lunches all this week in the cafeteria.

ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The 2009 trip to Washington D.C. is here again! This trip is an amazing opportunity to experience Washington D.C. and Capitol Hill first hand as we enter a new era in politics. For those interested in this trip please attend an informational meeting today at 2:30 in room N-2. If you are unable to attend the meeting please see Mr. Hawthorne or Mr. Myer in the Social Studies department.

Do you write? Paint? Draw? This is a great opportunity to have your artwork, poetry and short stories published in Arapahoe’s literary magazine, The MUSE! Submissions will be accepted starting October 31st until December 12th. Directions to submit are on the AHS website under activities, The MUSE. See Mr. Miles in the English office for details.

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please see Mrs. Boyce in Guidance asap! We are enrolling students in the PSEO program for winter/spring courses. The forms must be returned to Guidance by Wednesday, the 29th. Please take part in this exciting program!

Guess what Seniors? This Friday, October 24th, is the last home football game of your high school career. Come get ready for it at the Senior class tailgate party from 4-6 in the west parking lot by the track. The cost is $3 for pizza, dessert, and a drink. Come wearing black!

Attention Math Club members! In preparation for the CSU Math Day competition, we will be meeting each Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30 in Room S-8. For more details, see the Math Announcements board right outside the math office.

The Toms have spirit and they want you to have spirit too. It's our last football game for the season and we're selling spirit pops in the cafeteria tomorrow at both lunches. These flavorful gourmet lollipops are one for 75 cents or 2 for a dollar. Come support the Toms and get some spirit!


Athletics

The boys’ soccer team advanced to the second round of state soccer playoffs, and will play Bear Creek here at Arapahoe today at 4:00 pm. Admission prices will be $5 for adults and $4 for all students K-12 as well as Senior Citizens. No SBA passes will be accepted at this game. GO WARRIORS!!!!

Attention JV soccer players; uniform check-in will be tomorrow, Friday at 2:45 in room C-7. Have all of your equipment.

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

October 22, 2008

General Announcements
Picture retakes will be taken in the theater hallway today from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bring in your original packet for exchange.

Congratulations to all members of the Warrior Marching Band who performed at yesterday's Pikes Peak March of Champions. Arapahoe placed first with a season high 81.80 points!! The Warrior Marching Band also placed first with their Drum Majors, Percussion and Color Guard!!! The band would like to invite all of you to cheer them on at their State Championships on Saturday. Semis will be at noon at Northglenn's 5 Star Stadium, followed by a finals performance, at approximately 9pm, at Invesco Field!!! Go Warrior Band!

Today FBLA has a meeting in room S5 after school to work on door decorations for Trick or Treat Street. It is not too late to join, come by and get involved with FBLA! November 5th is the last day to join.

French Club will be meeting tomorrow in room C21 at 2:30. Please come!

Attention all Sophomores!
What: The PLAN test is the practice ACT test. Get prepared for college!
When: Saturday November 1st. Please arrive at 7:45a.m.
Where: Science Wing
How: Registration begins Monday October 20th and ends on October 29th.
Please bring $20.00 and a photo ID to the Guidance Office to sign up. PLAN for your future!!!!

The Fall play “Flowers for Algernon” is Thursday, Friday and Saturday of this week. Tickets are $5 and are on sale during lunches all this week in the cafeteria.

ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The 2009 trip to Washington D.C. is here again! This trip is an amazing opportunity to experience Washington D.C. and Capitol Hill first hand as we enter a new era in politics. For those interested in this trip please attend an informational meeting on Thursday, October 23rd at 2:30 in room N-2. If you are unable to attend the meeting please see Mr. Hawthorne or Mr. Myer in the Social Studies department.

Do you write? Paint? Draw? This is a great opportunity to have your artwork, poetry and short stories published in Arapahoe’s literary magazine, The MUSE! Submissions will be accepted starting October 31st until December 12th. Directions to submit are on the AHS website under activities, The MUSE. Get your submissions in ASAP! See Mr. Miles in the English office for details.

Guess what Seniors? This Friday October 24th is the last home football game of your high school career. Come get ready for it at the Senior class tailgate party from 4-6 in the west parking lot by the track. The cost is $3 for pizza, dessert, and a drink. Come wearing black!

Attention Math Club members! In preparation for the CSU Math Day competition, we will be meeting each Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30 in Room S-8. For more details, see the Math Announcements board right outside the math office.


Athletics

Congrats to the Varsity boys soccer team for their win over Rampart last night in the first round of the state playoffs. The final score was 3 – 1. They will play Bear Creek here at Arapahoe on Thursday, October 23rd at 4:00 pm. Admission prices will be $5 for adults and $4 for all students K-12 as well as Senior Citizens. No SBA passes will be accepted at this game. GO WARRIORS!!!!
A reminder to all JV soccer players: mandatory uniform check-in is today in room C-7 at 2:45. Have ALL of your uniforms there.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

October 21, 2008

General Announcements

Attention mathematicians! Please do your best on the first Colorado Math League Competition today! Arapahoe has earned top scores in the state for several years. Let’s continue that trend! Go Arapahoe!

FBLA members, we have a meeting on Wednesday the 22nd after school in room S5. We are working on door decorations and games for Trick or Treat Street. Be a part of FBLA, it’s not too late to join!

Picture retakes will be taken in the theater hallway, Wednesday, October 22, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bring in your original packet for exchange.

Attention all Sophomores!
What: The PLAN test is the practice ACT test. Get prepared for college!
When: Saturday November 1st. Please arrive at 7:45a.m.
Where: Science Wing
How: Registration begins Monday October 20th and ends on October 29th.
Please bring $20.00 and a photo ID to the Guidance Office to sign up. PLAN for your future!!!!

The Fall play “Flowers for Algernon” is Thursday, Friday and Saturday of this week. Tickets are $5 and are on sale during lunches all this week in the cafeteria.

ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The 2009 trip to Washington D.C. is here again! This trip is an amazing opportunity to experience Washington D.C. and Capitol Hill first hand as we enter a new era in politics. For those interested in this trip please attend an informational meeting on Thursday, October 23rd at 2:30 in room N-2. If you are unable to attend the meeting please see Mr. Hawthorne or Mr. Myer in the Social Studies department.

Do you write? Paint? Draw? This is a great opportunity to have your artwork, poetry and short stories published in Arapahoe’s literary magazine, The MUSE! Submissions will be accepted starting October 31st until December 12th. Directions to submit are on the AHS website under activities, The MUSE. Get your submissions in ASAP! See Mr. Miles in the English office for details.

Athletics

The boys’ varsity soccer team will host Rampart High School today for the first round of the state playoffs. Game time will be 4:00 pm here at AHS. Good luck Warriors!

Both the Boys and Girls Cross Country teams qualified for State last Thursday at the Region Meet at Aurora Sports Park. The Girls finished in first place, led by the following All-Region finishers: Molly McGough (4th place), Sophie McNeely (6th place), and Ashley Limes (10th place). The Boys captured third place, led by All-Region finishers Chris Holt (2nd place), Jason Kearns (4th place), and Kyle Lyons (5th place). Both teams will compete at the State Championships this Saturday at Fossil Ridge HS in Fort Collins.

Monday, October 20, 2008

October 20. 2008

General Announcements

Attention National Honor Society candidates: Remember that the deadline for your applications is today. Bring applications to the library office.

Congratulations to all members of the Warrior Marching Band for taking 1st place at last Thursday's Metro Qualifying State Festival!! Arapahoe will be the Number 3 Seed at Saturday's State Marching Band Championships! Also, congratulations to the Warrior Band for placing 2nd in 5A competition at Saturday's Pomona Marching Invitational. Arapahoe scored a season high 80.20 points! Good luck at tomorrow's Pikes Peak March of Champions in Colorado Springs.

Attention all FCCLA officers and members: Don’t forget our very important meeting today after school in rooms E2 & E3. We will be discussing upcoming community service projects, district conference, and future plans for state conference. See you there FCCLA!

Attention all Sophomores!
What: The PLAN test is the practice ACT test. Get prepared for college!
When: Saturday November 1st. Please arrive at 7:45a.m.
Where: Science Wing
How: Registration begins Monday October 20th and ends on October 29th.
Please bring $20.00 and a photo ID to the Guidance Office to sign up. PLAN for your future!!!!

The Fall play “Flowers for Algernon” is Thursday, Friday and Saturday of this week. Tickets are $5 and are on sale during lunches all this week in the cafeteria.

ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The 2009 trip to Washington D.C. is here again! This trip is an amazing opportunity to experience Washington D.C. and Capitol Hill first hand as we enter a new era in politics. For those interested in this trip please attend an informational meeting on Thursday, October 23rd at 2:30 in room N-2. If you are unable to attend the meeting please see Mr. Hawthorne or Mr. Myer in the Social Studies department.

Do you write? Paint? Draw? This is a great opportunity to have your artwork, poetry and short stories published in Arapahoe’s literary magazine, The MUSE! Submissions will be accepted starting October 31st until December 12th. Directions to submit are on the AHS website under activities, The MUSE. Get your submissions in ASAP! See Mr. Miles in the English office for details.

Fileway allows you to access your files on the student file server from any computer with Internet access. That might be your computer at home, at a public library, or just about anywhere, including any personal devices you bring to school and connect to the Internet via podnet. Visit the AHS website to learn more about how to use Fileway.



Athletics

Varsity volleyball took on #1 ranked, undefeated Cherry Creek last Tuesday night and lost in an unbelievable match to five games. They were down 14 – 8 in the 5th game and battled back to lose 18-16. They are the first team to take Cherry Creek to five games this season. Great work, and thanks to everyone who stayed to cheer us on! The Warriors begin post season play this week.

The girls cross country team had a wonderful race this past Thursday winning the Regional Championship at the Aurora Sports Complex. Congratulations to both the boys and girls cross country teams for qualifying for State. The State Meet is this Weekend in Ft. Collins. Good Luck.
Attention: Cross Country Uniform Check-In - Cross Country uniform check in will be today and Tuesday immediately after school until 2:45pm.

Congratulations to the Freshman Football team for an impressive win Saturday against Cherokee Trail 28 - 20. The win pushes the Freshman record to 5 and 3 and also continued the freshman "home field” winning streak which stands at 3 years. Thanks to all of the junior and sophomore players for your support. The next freshman game is this Saturday at Smokey Hill at 9:00 AM, see you there.

Congratulations to the JV and Varsity Cheer teams on their impressive achievements Saturday at the AmeriCheer competitions at Chaparral High School. Each team took first in their division as well as had the highest scores overall at the competition. Both teams were also awarded title of “Grand Champion”. Great job Warriors!

Your boys’ varsity tennis team took 12th place at the state tournament this last weekend. The #1 doubles team of Brian Craig and Eric Law took 4th place overall. Congratulations to the entire team for a very successful season.

Congratulations to the sophomore volleyball team for an exciting win on Friday over Grandview. The team finished the season with an overall record of 15 wins and only 4 losses. Outstanding work ladies.

The boys’ varsity soccer team will host Rampart High School on Tuesday, October 21st for the first round of the state playoffs. Game time will be 4:00 pm here at AHS. Good luck Warriors!

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

October 14, 2008

General Announcements

Hey Sophomores, we will have our next Student Council meeting after school today in C-20. We will start promptly at 2:20 and not go past 3:00. Contact Mrs. Melin in the World Language office or Mrs. Davis in the English office for any questions. Thanks, and hope to see you there!

Stay tuned for the following important announcement…..The next TSA meeting will be today after school, in room E10 at 2:20. We will be signing up for potential state events and will be handing out the TSA state conference registration materials! Remember to bring your TSA dues, as you need to be officially registered with the National office to compete at the state conference! See Mr. McMullen for questions and details.

Please check the table in the cafeteria for lost clothing and similar items or the Attendance Office for smaller valuables.

Athletics

Congratulations to the Freshman football team for their 41-28 victory over Grandview on Saturday. The victory pushes the Freshman record to 4 and 3. We play our last home game this week on Saturday at 9:00 AM against Cherokee Trail. See you all there.

Congratulations to the Freshman A and Freshman B volleyball teams for their two-game victories over Overland last night. Come cheer us on against Cherry Creek tonight at our last home game of the season!

The Arapahoe girls swimming team will have a meeting today. Please meet in the swimming pool as the meeting will begin at 2:25 PM.

All Freshman Girls interested in basketball, there will be a short informational meeting with coach Burgin today at 2:20 pm in room S14.

The Arapahoe Boys swimming team will have a meeting on Wednesday, October 15th. Please meet in the swimming pool as the meeting will begin at 2:25 PM.

Monday, October 13, 2008

October 13, 2008

General Announcements

Congratulations to all members of the Warrior Marching Band who performed in Saturday's Friendship Cup Festival in Longmont. Arapahoe placed 2nd out of 19 competing bands, with a season high 79.2 points!! The Warrior Marching Band placed 1st in the Individual Music caption for the day! The band would like to invite all of you to their state qualifying performance at LPS Stadium on Thursday, at 8:30pm.

Hey Sophomores, we will have our next Student Council meeting after school on Tuesday, October 14th in C-20. We will start promptly at 2:20 and not go past 3:00. Contact Mrs. Melin in the World Language office or Mrs. Davis in the English office for any questions. Thanks, and hope to see you there!

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please attend an informational meeting regarding the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program today in the Forum during the lunch periods. A representative of the PSEO program will provide information on how to take part in this exciting program.
See you there.

Stay tuned for the following important announcement…..The next TSA meeting will be tomorrow after school, Tuesday, Oct 14th in room E10 at 2:20. We will be signing up for potential state events and will be handing out the TSA state conference registration materials! Remember to bring your TSA dues, as you need to be officially registered with the National office to compete at the state conference! See Mr. McMullen for questions and details.

Athletics

The Boy’s varsity tennis team took 2nd place at the Regional Tournament last Friday and qualified for state at 5 out of 7 positions. Competing at the State Tournament this Thursday, Friday and Saturday are Cole Conley, Ky Kocur, Brian Craig, Eric Law, Ryan Beckett, Wade Schutte, Paul Friedrich and Matt Nadel. Congratulations guys!

Congrats to the boys Varsity soccer team who routed Cherokee Trail 8 – 1 Saturday.

Congratulations to golfers David Holtgrewe and Nick Davis who played in the state tournament at the Air Force Academy. David had the 3rd best score out of 84 golfers on the first day and finished in 24th place. Nick had the 5th best score on the 2nd day and finished in 10th place. Also, David, Nick, and Brian Zenk were named to the All Centennial League team. The team finished 2nd to Cherry Creek in league play.

The Arapahoe girls swimming team will have a meeting on Tuesday October 14th. Please meet in the swimming pool as the meeting will begin at 2:25 PM.

All Freshman Girls interested in basketball, there will be a short informational meeting with coach Burgin on Tuesday, October 14th at 2:20 pm in room S14.

The Arapahoe Boys swimming team will have a meeting on Wednesday, October 15th. Please meet in the swimming pool as the meeting will begin at 2:25 PM.

Friday, October 10, 2008

October 10, 2008

General Announcements

Hey Sophomores, we will have our next Student Council meeting after school on Tuesday, October 14th in C-20. We will start promptly at 2:20 and not go past 3:00. Contact Mrs. Melin in the World Language office or Mrs. Davis in the English office for any questions. Thanks, and hope to see you there!

Attention all Sophomores and Juniors. Please remember to sign up for the PSAT Test which will be given here at Arapahoe on Wednesday October 15th. You can still sign up in the Guidance Center with Ms. Oeinck through today. The cost is $20 and you receive a study guide.

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please attend an informational meeting regarding the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program on October 13th in the Forum during the lunch periods. A representative of the PSEO program will provide information on how to take part in this exciting program.
See you there.

Athletics

Congratulations to golfers David Holtgrewe and Nick Davis who played in the state tournament at the Air Force Academy. David had the 3rd best score out of 84 golfers on the first day and finished in 24th place. Nick had the 5th best score on the 2nd day and finished in 10th place. Also, David, Nick, and Brian Zenk were named to the All Centennial League team. The team finished 2nd to Cherry Creek in league play.

Get out to the Stutler Bowl at Cherry Creek tonight to support your Warrior Varsity Football team as they battle Grandview. The game starts at 7 PM.

Tomorrow, right here at AHS, come out to support the Freshman Warrior Football team as they play the Grandview Freshmen at 9 AM. It’s their second to last home game, and Link Crew will be providing FREE donuts, bagels, coffee and hot chocolate for those who attend. So come and show Grandview how supportive Arapahoe can be!

At 11:30 tomorrow don't miss the Junior Varsity Warrior football team play Grandview. The game's right here at Arapahoe High School. The Junior Varsity is coming off a big win last week versus Mullen!

The Arapahoe girls swimming team will have a meeting on Tuesday October 14th. Please meet in the swimming pool as the meeting will begin at 2:25 PM.

All Freshman Girls interested in basketball, there will be a short informational meeting with coach Burgin on Tuesday, October 14th at 2:20 pm in room S14.

Thursday, October 09, 2008

October 9, 2008

General Announcements

Spanish club will be hosting a double feature movie event after school today beginning at 4:30 in E-9. For those of you that enjoy artsy flicks we will be showing The Bee Hive followed by the fun-loving animated Bee Movie starting at 6p.m. Come for some snacks, entertaining movies and good times!

Attention all Sophomores and Juniors. Please remember to sign up for the PSAT Test which will be given here at Arapahoe on Wednesday October 15th. You can still sign up in the Guidance Center with Ms. Oeinck through Friday October 10th. The cost is $20 and you receive a study guide.

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please attend an informational meeting regarding the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program on October 13th in the Forum during the lunch periods. A representative of the PSEO program will provide information on how to take part in this exciting program. See
you there.

Congratulations to the Returning Champs for dominating the 2008 DECA Dodgeball Tournament Tuesday night. Their name says it all.

A big thank you to all the Freshmen who helped build the Freshman class float. You all helped make the float a great success and your help was really appreciated! Hope to see you next year for float building!

Athletics

Congrats to the varsity volleyball team for their comeback victory over Mullen last night. Down 2 games to 0, the Warriors battled back and won the next three games, winning 15-10 in the 5th game. Thanks to everyone who supported the Think Pink Cause. The night was a great success!

Congratulations to the sophomore volleyball team for their exciting come-from-behind win against Mullen last night. The team raised their record to 13 and 3 overall with only 3 games to play. Good luck.

This season the Freshman football team has been playing amazing but on October 11th they need your help. It’s their second to last home game, so come out and support the Warriors as they take on Grandview. Link Crew will be providing FREE donuts, bagels, coffee and hot chocolate for those who attend. So come at 9 am on October 11th and show Grandview how supportive Arapahoe can be!

All Freshman Girls interested in basketball, there will be a short informational meeting with coach Burgin on Tuesday, October 14th at 2:20 pm in room S14.

Wednesday, October 08, 2008

October 8, 2008

General Announcements

FBLA all club meeting today after school in room S5. Stop by and have an Otter pop and find out about how you may get involved with all of the upcoming events!

Attention NHS members. Join us for our meeting today after school in the forum. We will discuss the upcoming blood drive and other service opportunities. See you there!

Sign up at lunch today for tomorrow’s NHS Blood Drive. Students who are 18 (or 17 with parent permission) can contribute. It only takes 10 minutes of one of your unscheduled hours to make a meaningful contribution that will help those in need.

Attention all Sophomores and Juniors. Please remember to sign up for the PSAT Test which will be given here at Arapahoe on Wednesday October 15th. You can still sign up in the Guidance Center with Ms. Oeinck through Friday October 10th. The cost is $20 and you receive a study guide.

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please attend an informational meeting regarding the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program on October 13th in the Forum during the lunch periods. A representative of the PSEO program will provide information on how to take part in this exciting program. See you there.


Athletics

Congrats to the boys Varsity soccer team as they defeated Smokey Hill 1 – 0 last night.

Tonight is the night! Arapahoe Volleyball faces Mullen in their Think Pink Match! Games are at 4:00, 5:00, and varsity starts at 6:30. Please come out, wear pink, and support the teams and the cause. See you then! Also Warriors, we have been given a donation of 25 pink water bottles. We will give these out for $10.00 donations. In addition, we received a $50.00 gift card to REI. For any donation given at the entry to the game, your name will be entered in a drawing to win the gift card.

This season the Freshman football team has been playing amazing but on October 11th they need your help. It’s their second to last home game, so come out and support the Warriors as they take on Grandview. Link Crew will be providing FREE donuts, bagels, coffee and hot chocolate for those who attend. So come at 9 am on October 11th and show Grandview how supportive Arapahoe can be!

Tuesday, October 07, 2008

October 7, 2008

General Announcements

It is not too late to join FBLA. We are having a meeting after school at 2:30 on Wednesday in room S5. Come for the fun and see how you can make a difference in your community.

Attention NHS members. Join us for our next meeting Wednesday after school in the forum. We will discuss the upcoming blood drive and other service opportunities. See you there!

Attention all Sophomores and Juniors. Please remember to sign up for the PSAT Test which will be given here at Arapahoe on Wednesday October 15th. You can still sign up in the Guidance Center with Ms. Oeinck through Friday October 10th. The cost is $20 and you receive a study guide.

Attention juniors and seniors. Did you know that you can take college courses that can count as both high school and college credit? If you are interested, please attend an informational meeting regarding the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program on October 13th in the Forum during the lunch periods. A representative of the PSEO program will provide information on how to take part in this exciting program. See you there.

Hey students…did you know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? As a result, this week in volleyball is Think Pink Week. Here are several ways that you can get involved:

1) On Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday in the DECA store, you can purchase pink bracelets, pink t-shirts, and pink memory tags. All of the money we raise will be donated.
2) On Wednesday, wear pink to school!
3) On Wednesday night, come to the volleyball games and help us beat Mullen. All of the players will be wearing pink uniforms, so wear pink then too!

If you have questions, see Coach Syers, the DECA store, or the signs posted around the school. Thanks for your support of this important cause!

Attention Warriors! Tonight is the night you've all been waiting for. Come watch the 2008 DECA Dodgeball Tournament. The tournament begins at 6 pm and it only costs $2 to attend. Come see your favorite teachers get nailed by a dodgeball. Don't miss what promises to be one of the most exciting events of the year!

Athletics
Congratulations to the Freshman A volleyball team for their two-game win over Cherokee Trail last night! Come cheer us on against Mullen and support breast cancer awareness at our Think Pink game this Wednesday!

This season the Freshman football team has been playing amazing but on October 11th they need your help. It’s their second to last home game, so come out and support the Warriors as they take on Grandview. Link Crew will be providing FREE donuts, bagels, coffee and hot chocolate for those who attend. So come at 9 am on October 11th and show Grandview how supportive Arapahoe can be!

Monday, October 06, 2008

October 6, 2008

General Announcements

Congratulations to all members of the Warrior Marching Band who performed at Saturday's Douglas County Marching Invitational. As a result of Arapahoe's outstanding performances, the Warrior Marching Band is now ranked 3rd in the state, with the top music scores, out of all the 5A bands! The Warrior Band scored a season high 77.9 at Saturday's competition!! Way to go Warrior Marching Band!!!

Attention FCCLA Officer Team: Please plan to meet right after school today in room E3 for a quick planning meeting. If you have not already gotten your picture taken for the showcase please do so with Mrs. Rains ASAP! See you there officer team!

Attention Dodgeball Teams! There is a mandatory meeting for all team captains today at 2:20 pm in room S1. Make sure your team is represented at the meeting or you will not be allowed to participate in the tournament.

It is not too late to join FBLA. We are having a meeting after school at 2:30 on Wednesday in room S5. Come for the fun and see how you can make a difference in your community.

Attention NHS members. Join us for our next meeting Wednesday after school in the forum. We will discuss the upcoming blood drive and other service opportunities. See you there!

Attention all Juniors! The PSAT is on October 15th at 7:15 am. Please go the Guidance Center to sign up for the PSAT. Bring $20 and your student ID. The last day to register is October 10th. Prepare for your future.

Attention Seniors: If you are 18 years of age, or will be by Election Day – November 4, you are eligible to vote in this year’s Presidential election. Please stop by the table outside of the Guidance Office today during the lunch periods. Bring your driver’s license with you, see Mr. Booth’s secretary at the table to register and exercise your right to vote!

Hey students…did you know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? As a result, this week in volleyball is Think Pink Week. Here are several ways that you can get involved:

1) On Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday in the DECA store, you can purchase pink bracelets, pink t-shirts, and pink memory tags. All of the money we raise will be donated.
2) On Wednesday, wear pink to school!
3) On Wednesday night, come to the volleyball games and help us beat Mullen. All of the players will be wearing pink uniforms, so wear pink then too!

If you have questions, see Coach Syers, the DECA store, or the signs posted around the school. Thanks for your support of this important cause!

Please pick up you school pictures in the Attendance Office as soon as possible.



Athletics

The Freshman A volleyball team came in 3rd out of 12 tough teams at their tournament Saturday, beating out Heritage in their final match of the day. Congratulations, Freshman A, and good luck at your game tonight against Cherokee Trail.

The JV football team is now 4 and 2 with a 26 to 12 victory over Mullen on Saturday. This weekend the Warriors face Grandview. Good Luck!”

This season the Freshman football team has been playing amazing but on October 11th they need your help. It’s their second to last home game, so come out and support the Warriors as they take on Grandview. Link Crew will be providing FREE donuts, bagels, coffee and hot chocolate for those who attend. So come at 9 am on October 11th and show Grandview how supportive Arapahoe can be!

Friday, October 03, 2008

October 3, 2008

General Announcements

Good luck to all members of the Warrior Marching Band at their biggest competition of the year tomorrow! The Warrior Marching Band is performing in Prelims at the Douglas County Marching Invitational at 4:45pm. The Finals competition will start at 6:30pm. This will take place at Douglas County High School Stadium. Come on out and cheer on your band! Arapahoe is the Defending Grand Champion Band - go Warrior Marching Band!!

Hey DECA Dodgeball players! There will be a MANDATORY captain’s meeting on Monday, Oct. 6th at 2:20 in room S1. Rules and regulations will be discussed at the meeting. All team captains must attend.

Key Club Members: all club fees including $15.00 for the tee shirt and $15.00 for the community service projects are due Monday, Oct. 6 to Mackie Holland. Please contact Danielle Simler with any questions.

Please congratulate Andrew Carlson on being awarded the first Outstanding Business Student of the year. He was selected for his positive attitude and work ethic in the DECA store this year. Stop by the DECA store to see Andrew’s picture. The next Outstanding Business Student will be selected in December, so stay tuned!

Seniors: Graduation announcement orders will be taken in the cafeteria today and tomorrow during lunches. Ordering packets can be picked up in the main office or guidance office.

Attention FCCLA Officer Team: Please plan to meet right after school on Monday October 6th In room E3 for a quick planning meeting. If you have not already gotten your picture taken for the showcase please do so with Mrs. Rains ASAP! See you there officer team!

Hey, juniors and seniors: Did you know that the Bonfils Blood Center needs over 4,000 blood donors EACH WEEK to meet the needs of our community? You can be one of those donors right here at AHS on Thursday, October 9, when the National Honor Society will be sponsoring a Bonfils Blood Drive. You must be 18 years old, or 17 with parent permission, to donate. Sign up at either lunch on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday next week.

Attention NHS members. Join us for our next meeting next Wednesday after school in the forum. We will discuss the upcoming blood drive and other service opportunities. See you there!

Attention all Juniors! The PSAT is on October 15th at 7:15 am. Please go the Guidance Center to sign up for the PSAT. Bring $20 and your student ID. The last day to register is October 10th. Prepare for your future.

We've got spirit! The Toms will be selling "spirit pops" during both lunches in the cafeteria today. Many of you already know these long-lasting flavorful lollipops are a bargain at one for 75 cents or 2 for a dollar. Come support the team and get your spirit!
Athletics

Congrats to the boys Junior Varsity soccer team who defeated Mullen yesterday 4-1, and also congratulations to boys Varsity soccer team as they defeated Mullen 3 – 1.

The boy’s varsity tennis team lost a close match last night by a score of 4-3 to Littleton. The varsity team wound up their regular season with a 7-5 record and heads into post season play next Tuesday when we host the Regional Tournament.

Thursday, October 02, 2008

October 2, 2008

General Announcements

Hey DECA Dodgeball players! There will be a MANDATORY captain’s meeting on Monday, Oct. 6th at 2:20 in room S1. Rules and regulations will be discussed at the meeting. All team captains must attend.

Key Club Members: all club fees including $15.00 for the tee shirt and $15.00 for the community service projects are due Monday, Oct. 6 to Mackie Holland. Please contact Danielle Simler with any questions.

Attention French Clubbers! We will be watching “The Triplets of Belleville”, in French of course, today in Room C-21 at 2:30! Popcorn will be served. Please Come!!

Hey Sophomores, we have a class meeting after school today in C-20. We need to see you all there!

Seniors: Graduation announcement orders will be taken in the cafeteria today and tomorrow during lunches. Ordering packets can be picked up in the main office or guidance office.

Attention FCCLA Officer Team: Please plan to meet right after school on Monday October 6th In room E3 for a quick planning meeting. If you have not already gotten your picture taken for the showcase please do so with Mrs. Rains ASAP! See you there officer team!

Think you’re extreme? Do you live on the edge? If you participate in an extreme sport or activity, come to E-8, or speak to Kara Johnson, Anna Dreiling, or Dakota Moran for a chance to be featured in the Arapahoe Herald. Let your classmates discover your hidden talent.

Attention all Juniors! The PSAT is on October 15th at 7:15 am. Please go the Guidance Center to sign up for the PSAT. Bring $20 and your student ID. The last day to register is October 10th. Prepare for your future.

We've got spirit! The Toms will be selling "spirit pops" during both lunches in the cafeteria tomorrow. Many of you already know these long-lasting flavorful lollipops are a bargain at one for 75 cents or 2 for a dollar. Come support the team and get your spirit!

Athletics

Congratulations to the girls volleyball team for another sweep last night against Smoky Hill. Freshman A, Sophomore, and JV all won 2 games to none, and varsity swept 3 games to none.
Thanks to all of the fans who came to cheer us on. "Bump, set, spike it, that's the way we like it!"

Congrats to the JV softball team for defeating Cherokee Trail in a very exciting game yesterday. The final score was 25 to 17. Come support the Lady Warriors tomorrow in their last home game of the season. Game time is 4:15.

Today the Boys Lacrosse Club will have its first meeting at 7 pm in the Forum. The Informational Meeting is for the players and their parents. Families will meet the new coaches and learn about the program. Clothing will be available to size and orders made. Most importantly, the framework of the only fund raiser will be presented.

Wednesday, October 01, 2008

October 1, 2008

General Announcements

Hey all DECA members! Don’t forget about the meeting right after school TODAY! We’ll be meeting in room S1 at 2:20 to sign up for DECA Dodgeball and the Wolverine Invitational. See you there!

Hey DECA Dodgeball players! There will be a MANDATORY captain’s meeting on Monday, Oct. 6th at 2:20 in room S1. Rules and regulations will be discussed at the meeting. All team captains must attend.

Drama club members and Thespians there will be a short meeting today about the Thespian Conference. If you plan on attending this year please meet in the Theatre at 2:30 today. Spread the word.

Are you interested in the United States Naval Academy? Lt. Doyle from the US Naval Academy will be visiting Arapahoe today from 10:30 to 11. Please get a blue college visit pass in the Post Grad Center, get permission from your classroom teacher to visit and get your questions answered about the Naval Academy at Annapolis.

Attention National Honor Society members: Be sure to check the NHS web page for important info about upcoming volunteer opportunities and next week’s blood drive. We are still looking for helpers for the blood drive. Our next meeting is October 8.

Key Club Members: all club fees including $15.00 for the tee shirt and $15.00 for the community service projects are due Monday, Oct. 6 to Mackie Holland. Please contact Danielle Simler with any questions.

Attention French Clubbers! We will be watching “The Triplets of Belleville”, in French of course, on Thursday in Room C-21 at 2:30! Popcorn will be served. Please Come!!

Hey Sophomores, we have a class meeting after school Thursday in C-20. We need to see you all there!

Seniors: Graduation announcement orders will be taken in the cafeteria this Thursday and Friday during lunches. Ordering packets can be picked up in the main office or guidance office.

Juniors and seniors are invited to sign up for the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery). This test is an excellent vehicle for exploring your interests and career options. All students seeking a military academy nomination from Tom Tancredo’s office (6th District of Colorado) MUST complete the ASVAB. AHS will be offering the ASVAB on Thursday, October 2, at 2:45pm in N2/N3. Please see Mrs. Oeinck in Guidance to sign up.

Think you’re extreme? Do you live on the edge? If you participate in an extreme sport or activity, come to E-8, or speak to Kara Johnson, Anna Dreiling, or Dakota Moran for a chance to be featured in the Arapahoe Herald. Let your classmates discover your hidden talent.

Attention all Juniors! The PSAT is on October 15th at 7:15 am. Please go the Guidance Center to sign up for the PSAT. Bring $20 and your student ID. The last day to register is October 10th. Prepare for your future.

Athletics

The boy’s varsity tennis team defeated Grandview yesterday by a score of 6-1. Today we head down to Air Academy and tomorrow we play Littleton here at AHS. Come on out and support your local tennis team.

There will be a Boys Basketball Booster Club meeting on Wednesday, October 1st at 7 pm in room E9. We will be discussing plans for the upcoming season.

This Thursday, Oct. 2, the Boys Lacrosse Club will have its first meeting at 7 pm in the Forum. The Informational Meeting is for the players and their parents. Families will meet the new coaches and learn about the program. Clothing will be available to size and orders made. Most importantly, the framework of the only fund raiser will be presented.

Any boys interested in being a partner for the Special Olympics basketball team, please stop by and pick up a yellow information sheet in S6.