Friday, December 16, 2011

December 16, 2011

Congratulations to our Junior varsity girls swim team on their win
over the Overland Varsity team yesterday - 134-43!

Also, good luck to our varsity girls swimmers this weekend. Some are
heading to a Cheyenne Mountain meet in Colorado Springs tonight and
tomorrow while 17 varsity girls are headed to the Coaches invitational
meet in Thornton Saturday morning and afternoon. Good luck ladies!

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

December 13, 2011

General Announcements:

If you turned in a permission slip to go to Alice Terry Elementary for the toy delivery, please plan to be at the bus in the circle drive tomorrow at 12:15 p.m.

All speech team members should plan to attend a short meeting today in C15 at 12:15.

State TSA Conference paperwork has been passed out and is due back to Mr. McMullen by this Friday!! If you are planning to participate in this year’s State TSA conference in February and didn’t receive your registration packet yet, you must pick one up from Mr. McMullen ASAP. Tonight is TSA “Open Lab” time where you may come to get started on your competitions. No activity is planned other than work time.

Attention, Juniors and Sophomores! The PSAT results are back! They will be available to pick up today. Please come and pick them up from the Guidance Office.

The week you’ve all been waiting for – no, not winter break – FINAL EXAMS! Finals run from today through Friday with 3 exams each day. Cafeteria service will only be open until 11:15a.m. each day. All buses will run on a regular schedule. Check with your teachers and on flyers around the school to confirm your specific testing times. Prepare & always do your best! GOOD LUCK, WARRIORS!!!

Students please be aware that during finals the library will be a QUIET STUDY AREA only. If you do need to have group discussions for an assignment please do it in the cafeteria. Thanks for your cooperation & Happy Holidays.

Prom is on its way and the Junior Class is looking for some interesting and creative ideas for a ticket design. An informational flyer is available in the social studies office and designs are due the Friday after Winter Break. Please check with the Junior Class officers if you have any questions.


Athletics:

Come be a part of the excitement as Arapahoe hosts Heritage tonight. Varsity girls will play at 5:30 p.m. with the Varsity boys game to follow at 7:00. Tickets will be sold for the boys and girls basketball games against Heritage today in the cafeteria during lunches. Ticket prices will be $5 for adults and $3 for students grades K-12. All Arapahoe students who bring their SBA card will be admitted to the games for free. There is a limited supply of pre-sell tickets – if we sell out, you will need to wait to purchase your ticket Tuesday evening at the door. Go Warriors!

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.

Monday, December 12, 2011

December 12, 2011

General Announcements:

If you turned in a permission slip to go to Alice Terry Elementary for the toy delivery, please plan to be at the bus in the circle drive on Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 12:15pm.

Congratulations to the following students on their performances at Saturday’s Cherry Creek High School’s Winter Wonder Speech Tournament:
Karl Pierson earned sixth place overall in National Extemporaneous Speaking.
Blake Nielsen earned a superior ribbon in Lincoln-Douglas debate.
Earning excellent ribbons were the team of Bronson Dowd and Lizzie Stephani in Public Forum Debate. Also earning an excellent ribbon was Peter Galloway in National Extemporaneous Speaking.
The tournament involved 34 schools and almost 600 competitors. Nice job!

All speech team members should plan to attend a short meeting Tuesday in C15 at 12:15.

Attention all Physical Education students: The 12 minute run make-up will be on Monday, December 12th at 2:30 on the track. This is the only make-up day! Be there!!!

State TSA Conference paperwork has been passed out and is due back to Mr. McMullen by this Friday!! If you are planning to participate in this year’s State TSA conference in February, and didn’t receive your registration packet yet, you must pick one up from Mr. McMullen ASAP. Tonight is TSA “Open Lab” time where you may come to get started on your competitions. No activity is planned other than work time.

Attention, Juniors and Sophomores! The PSAT results are back! They will be available to pick up tomorrow. Please come and pick them up from the Guidance Office.

It’s almost here. The week you’ve all been waiting for – no, not winter break – FINAL EXAMS! Finals run from December 13th through December 16th with 3 exams each day. Cafeteria service will only be open until 11:15a.m. each day. All buses will run on a regular schedule.
Check with your teachers and on flyers around the school to confirm your specific testing times.
Prepare & always do your best! GOOD LUCK, WARRIORS!!!

Students please be aware that during finals the library will be a QUIET STUDY AREA only. If you do need to have group discussions for an assignment please do it in the cafeteria. Thanks for your cooperation & Happy Holidays.

Prom is on its way and the Junior Class is looking for some interesting and creative ideas for a ticket design. An informational flyer is available in the social studies office and designs are due the Friday after Winter Break. Please check with the Junior Class officers if you have any questions.


Athletics:

Congratulations to the girls varsity and junior varsity swim teams on their wins over Grandview this past Thursday. The varsity score was 109-77 and the JV score was 146-29. Great swimming girls!

Congratulations to Emily Reed who was selected to the 2011-2012 All-State Dance Team. Emily was selected by the Colorado Spirit Coaches Association and was one of only 10 girls chosen for this prestigious team. Emily, thank you for representing Arapahoe High School in such a positive way!!

Come be a part of the excitement as Arapahoe hosts Heritage on Tuesday, December 13th. Varsity girls will play at 5:30 p.m. with the Varsity boys game to follow at 7:00. Tickets will be sold for the boys and girls basketball games against Heritage today thru Tuesday, December 13th in the cafeteria during lunches. Ticket prices will be $5 for adults and $3 for students grades K-12. All Arapahoe students who bring their SBA card will be admitted to the games for free. There is a limited supply of pre-sell tickets – if we sell out, you will need to wait to purchase your ticket Tuesday evening at the door. Go Warriors!

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.

Friday, December 09, 2011

December 9, 2011

General Announcements:

Prom is on its way and the Junior Class is looking for some interesting and creative ideas for a ticket design. An informational flyer is available in the social studies office and designs are due the Friday after Winter Break. Please check with the Junior Class officers if you have any questions.

It’s almost here. The week you’ve all been waiting for – no, not winter break – FINAL EXAMS! Finals run from Tuesday, December 13th through December 16th with three exams each day. Cafeteria service will only be open until 11:15 a.m. each day. All buses will run on a regular schedule. Check with your teachers and on flyers around the school to confirm your specific testing times. Prepare and always do your best! GOOD LUCK WARRIORS!!!

Students please aware that during the four days of finals next week the library will be a QUIET STUDY AREA only. If you do need to have group discussions for an assignment please do it in the cafeteria. Thanks for your cooperation & Happy Holidays.

This is your last full week, warriors—not only for classes; it’s also your last chance to turn in submissions to the Muse magazine. We are still looking for your great essays, stories and poems for Volume 10 of the Muse for this year. Don’t forget that the magazine is published only once yearly. Now’s the time to make your mark, say your piece, give us your voice and be published! Seniors especially, leave a lasting legacy behind before it’s too late! Today is the deadline for submissions to the Muse! To submit, simply go to the Arapahoe home page, click on Activities, then Muse, then scroll down for directions on how to submit.

A reminder, as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct and the Student Planner on page 32A, boys and girls are not allowed to wear pajamas to school. This includes pajama pants and slippers. If you should have any questions regarding this rule, please contact your grade level administrator.

Lost and Found: Please check the table in the cafeteria for clothing items and the Attendance Office for smaller items.

Athletics:

Attention all Physical Education students: The 12 minute run make-up will be on Monday, December 12th at 2:30 on the track. This is the only make-up day! Be there!!!

Come be a part of the excitement as Arapahoe hosts Heritage on Tuesday, December 13th. Varsity girls will play at 5:30 p.m. with the Varsity boys game to follow at 7:00. Tickets will be sold for the boys and girls basketball games against Heritage today thru Tuesday, December 13th in the cafeteria during lunches. Ticket prices will be $5 for adults and $3 for students grades K-12. All Arapahoe students who bring their SBA card will be admitted to the games for free. There is a limited supply of pre-sell tickets – if we sell out, you will need to wait to purchase your ticket Tuesday evening at the door. Go Warriors!

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.

Thursday, December 08, 2011

December 8, 2011

General Announcements:

It’s almost here. The week you’ve all been waiting for – no, not winter break – FINAL EXAMS! Finals run from Tuesday, December 13th through December 16th with three exams each day. Cafeteria service will only be open until 11:15 a.m. each day. All buses will run on a regular schedule. Check with your teachers and on flyers around the school to confirm your specific testing times. Prepare and always do your best! GOOD LUCK WARRIORS!!!

Congratulations to Sophomore saxophonist, Dominic Martinez, for being selected to the Colorado All-State Jazz Band!!! Dominic was selected as Alternate Bari Saxophone in the jazz band this year through a very rigorous audition process. The All-State Jazz Band will be rehearsing and performing during the 2012 Colorado Music Educators Association Conference at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs on January 26-28, 2012. Congratulations Dominic!!!

This is your last full week, warriors—not only for classes; it’s also your last chance to turn in submissions to the Muse magazine. We are still looking for your great essays, stories and poems for Volume 10 of the Muse for this year. Don’t forget that the magazine is published only once yearly. Now’s the time to make your mark, say your piece, give us your voice and be published! Seniors especially, leave a lasting legacy behind before it’s too late! Tomorrow is the final deadline for submissions to the Muse! To submit, simply go to the Arapahoe home page, click on Activities, then Muse, then scroll down for directions on how to submit.

A reminder, as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct and the Student Planner on page 32A, boys and girls are not allowed to wear pajamas to school. This includes pajama pants and slippers. If you should have any questions regarding this rule, please contact your grade level administrator.

Lost and Found: Please check the table in the cafeteria for clothing items and the Attendance Office for smaller items.

Athletics:

There will be a short baseball meeting in Classroom E9 at 2:30 today.

GOOD LUCK to the Varsity Cheerleading and Varsity Toms teams tomorrow at the Colorado State Championships! The Toms compete at 9:45am and the Cheers compete at noon. LET’S GO WARRIORS!

Attention all Physical Education students: The 12-minute run make-up is cancelled for today. The make-up will be on Monday, December 12th at 2:30 on the track. This is the only make-up day! Be there!!!

Come be a part of the excitement as Arapahoe hosts Heritage on Tuesday, December 13th. Varsity girls will play at 5:30 p.m. with the Varsity boys game to follow at 7:00. Tickets will be sold for the boys and girls basketball games against Heritage from Friday, December 9th thru Tuesday, December 13th in the cafeteria during lunches. Ticket prices will be $5 for adults and $3 for students grades K-12. All Arapahoe students who bring their SBA card will be admitted to the games for free. There is a limited supply of pre-sell tickets – if we sell out, you will need to wait to purchase your ticket Tuesday evening at the door. Go Warriors!

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.

Wednesday, December 07, 2011

December 7, 2011

General Announcements:

A reminder, as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct and the Student Planner on page 32A, boys and girls are not allowed to wear pajamas to school. This includes pajama pants and slippers. If you should have any questions regarding this rule, please contact your grade level administrator.

Hey AHS students . . . are you feeling that everything is being crammed in last minute before the semester? Have no fear, Link Crew’s Cramfest is here. Join us today after school in the cafeteria where you can receive assistance on final projects or help to study for your finals. Take advantage of the free tutors and cookies that will be present at the event. Trust me, you will not want to miss out.

Lost and Found: Please check the table in the cafeteria for clothing items and the Attendance Office for smaller items.

For all members of National Honor Society, whether currently a member or just now being inducted, we will have our last meeting of the semester today after school in the forum. This will be the first meeting for new members, and the due date for Service Logs for current members, so please plan to attend this short but important meeting.

This is your last full week, warriors—not only for classes; it’s also your last chance to turn in submissions to the Muse magazine. We are still looking for your great essays, stories and poems for Volume 10 of the Muse for this year. Don’t forget that the magazine is published only once yearly. Now’s the time to make your mark, say your piece, give us your voice and be published! Seniors especially, leave a lasting legacy behind before it’s too late! This Friday is the final deadline for submissions to the Muse! To submit, simply go to the Arapahoe home page, click on Activities, then Muse, then scroll down for directions on how to submit.

This is the last week to order a yearbook. The cost is $65, and checks should be made payable to Arapahoe High School. Check with Mr. Anderson in room E-8 if you are not sure whether you’ve ordered your yearbook.

Congratulations to Junior flutist, Melissa Merkel, for being selected to the Colorado All-State Philharmonic Orchestra!!! Melissa was selected as Principal Flute in the orchestra this year through a very rigorous audition process and she will be rehearsing and performing with the 60th Anniversary All-State Orchestra in Ft. Collins on February 9-11, 2012. Congratulations Melissa!!!


Athletics:

There will be a short baseball meeting in Classroom E9 at 2:30 on Thursday, December 8th.

Attention all Physical Education students: The 12-minute run make-up is cancelled for today and Thursday. The make-up will be on Monday, December 12th at 2:30 on the track. This is the only make-up day! Be there!!!

Come be a part of the excitement as Arapahoe hosts Heritage on Tuesday, December 13th. Varsity girls will play at 5:30 p.m. with the Varsity boys game to follow at 7:00. Tickets will be sold for the boys and girls basketball games against Heritage from Friday, December 9th thru Tuesday, December 13th in the cafeteria during lunches. Ticket prices will be $5 for adults and $3 for students grades K-12. All Arapahoe students who bring their SBA card will be admitted to the games for free. There is a limited supply of pre-sell tickets – if we sell out, you will need to wait to purchase your ticket Tuesday evening at the door. Go Warriors!

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.

Tuesday, December 06, 2011

December 6, 2011

General Announcements:

Thank you for making the toy wrapping party a huge success. We wrapped 400 toys for the kids at Alice Terry Elementary in 30 minutes. Thanks for all your help. If you are planning to go on the toy delivery on December 14, after finals, please plan to be at the bus in the circle drive by 12:15pm. A permission slip is required.

Today the library will be closing at 2:00 for a mentor meeting. If you need to utilize the library please do so before we close. Sorry for any inconvenience.

All speech and debate team members should plan to attend today’s meeting after school in C15.

Hey AHS students . . . are you feeling that everything is being crammed in last minute before the semester? Have no fear, Link Crew’s cramfest is here. Join us this Wednesday right after school in the cafeteria where you can receive assistance on final projects or help to study for your finals. Take advantage of the free tutors and cookies that will be present at the event. Trust me, you will not want to miss out.

Lost and Found: Please check the table in the cafeteria for clothing items and the Attendance Office for smaller items.

For all members of National Honor Society, whether currently a member or just now being inducted, we will have our last meeting of the semester tomorrow after school in the forum. This will be the first meeting for new members, and the due date for Service Logs for current members, so please plan to attend this short but important meeting.

This is your last full week, warriors—not only for classes; it’s also your last chance to turn in submissions to the Muse magazine. We are still looking for your great essays, stories and poems for Volume 10 of the Muse for this year. Don’t forget that the magazine is published only once yearly. Now’s the time to make your mark, say your piece, give us your voice and be published! Seniors especially, leave a lasting legacy behind before it’s too late! This Friday is the final deadline for submissions to the Muse! To submit, simply go to the Arapahoe home page, click on Activities, then Muse, then scroll down for directions on how to submit.

This is the last week to order a yearbook. The cost is $65, and checks should be made payable to Arapahoe High School. Check with Mr. Anderson in room E-8 if you are not sure whether you’ve ordered your yearbook.

Athletics:

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.

Monday, December 05, 2011

December 5, 2011

General Announcements:

Thank you to all who participated in the AHS Toys for Tots toy drive. We received over 1,000 toys for the kids at Alice Terry Elementary and the Denver Indian Center, surpassing our 1,000 toy goal. We wish you all the happiness you are bringing to others. You are an incredible Arapahoe family. The wrapping party is today after school in the cafeteria. Please come help wrap. We appreciate you!

Guidance Department Presents the Tip of the Week . . . It is never too early to start thinking about final exam week, which starts December 13th. Remember to plan ahead & use ALL your resources!

CONGRATULATIONS to the Arapahoe Warrior Marching Band for two OUTSTANDING performances at the Denver Parade of Lights this past weekend!!!! The marching band performed music from “The Nightmare Before Christmas” in front of thousands as they made their way down the parade route. In addition, the marching band competed against seven other high schools from around the metro area in marching, music, and lighting appearance and placed very high in all categories!!!
· Placed 3rd on Friday night in marching and music
· Placed 1st on Saturday night in lighting and overall presentation
· Placed 1st overall and took top marching band honors for this year’s parade!

Attention TSA . . . today is our next TSA business meeting after school in Room E10. Attendance at this meeting is expected! We will be passing out paper work regarding the TSA State conference! A graphic design competition will be presented and will help prepare you for the variety of contests regarding promotional graphics. Remember your dues if you haven’t paid them already….time is getting short to affiliate with the TSA National office.

Here’s an important reminder to new members of National Honor Society: Our induction ceremony is tonight at 7:00! Our mandatory dress rehearsal is after school at 2:30 in the theater, and it will last approximately an hour. Then you will need to be back in the theater between 6:30 and 6:45 for this important event.

The library will be closing at 2:00 tomorrow for a mentor meeting. If you need to utilize the library please try to do so before we close. Sorry for any inconvenience.

For all members of National Honor Society, whether currently a member or just now being inducted, we will have our last meeting of the semester this Wednesday after school in the forum. This will be the first meeting for new members, and the due date for Service Logs for current members, so please plan to attend this short but important meeting.

This is your last full week, warriors—not only for classes; it’s also your last chance to turn in submissions to the Muse magazine. We are still looking for your great essays, stories and poems for Volume 10 of the Muse for this year. Don’t forget that the magazine is published only once yearly. Now’s the time to make your mark, say your piece, give us your voice and be published! Seniors especially, leave a lasting legacy behind before it’s too late! This Friday is the final deadline for submissions to the Muse! To submit, simply go to the Arapahoe home page, click on Activities, then Muse, then scroll down for directions on how to submit.


This is the last week to order a yearbook. The cost is $65, and checks should be made payable to Arapahoe High School. Check with Mr. Anderson in room E-8 if you are not sure whether you’ve ordered your yearbook.

Prom is on its way and the Junior Class is looking for some interesting and creative ideas for a ticket design. An informational flyer is available in the social studies office and designs are due the Friday after Winter Break. Please check with the Junior Class officers if you have any questions.

Athletics:

Congratulations to the Freshman and Sophomore wrestlers. The Warriors won the Rangeview Raider Invitational and had three individual champions.

Congratulations to the Varsity Wrestling team. The Varsity won second place on Saturday and had four finalists, with two champions. Tournament champions were Isaac Prudhomme and Michael Thompson.
Great Job Warriors!

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.

Friday, December 02, 2011

December 2, 2011

General Announcements:

HO! HO! HO! We are so close to our goal of 1000 toys! Way to go Warriors! We truly appreciate all of your contributions and so will the kids at Alice Terry Elementary and the Denver Indian Family Services Center. You may still bring toys to the Attendance Office. The Wrapping Party will be held Monday, Dec. 5, right after school in the cafeteria. Please come help wrap and get the toys ready for delivery.

It’s not too late! If you’ve been procrastinating on sending your work to the Muse Magazine for this year’s edition, the deadline is December 9. Go to the Arapahoe web page, click on activities and choose the Muse. Scroll down for directions on how to submit. Do it now . . . you have not missed your chance!

The following clubs will have their photo taken for the yearbook: FCA, Key Club, and Speech and Debate today. For more information see your sponsor, check the flyers hung around the school, or see the flyer posted outside of room E8.

Attention sophomores! The PLAN results are back. If you took the PLAN, please come and pick up your results in the Guidance Office.

Hey seniors! Still haven't received your senior shirts? Come and pick one up this week in the cafeteria just in time for the first basketball game tomorrow! Both t-shirts and tanks are $12 and will be sold today during lunch in the cafeteria. Seniors show your warrior pride and don’t miss out on the stellar shirts!!

Attention TSA . . . Monday, Dec. 5 will be our next TSA business meeting after school in Room E10. Attendance at this meeting is expected! We will be passing out paper work regarding the TSA State conference! A graphic design competition will be presented and will help prepare you for the variety of contests regarding promotional graphics. Remember your dues if you haven’t paid them already….time is getting short to affiliate with the TSA National office.

Prom is on its way and the Junior Class is looking for some interesting and creative ideas for a ticket design. An informational flyer is available in the social studies office and designs are due the Friday after Winter Break. Please check with the Junior Class officers if you have any questions.

Athletics:

Student Insurance coverage is available to all High School students thru K12 Accident and Health. Enrolling is easy and the premium is very inexpensive. Please stop by the Athletic Office to pick up an information sheet. Just a reminder that all students who are going to try out for or be active on a High School athletic team must have insurance prior to registration.

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.

Thursday, December 01, 2011

December 1, 2011

General Announcements:

HO! HO! HO! Tomorrow is the last day to collect toys for Alice Terry Elementary and the Denver Indian Center. We still need 350 toys. We truly appreciate all of your contributions. Show us your Warrior spirit and bring those toys in. The wrapping party will be Monday after school in the cafeteria. Please come and help wrap to make a Happy Holiday for the kids.

Second semester schedules have been balanced and finalized. Schedules will be distributed during your 3rd hour class on Wednesday, December 7. If you do not have a 3rd hour class, please see Mrs. Flinders in the Counseling office to pick up your schedule.

It’s not too late! If you’ve been procrastinating on sending your work to the Muse Magazine for this year’s edition, the deadline is December 9. Go to the Arapahoe web page, click on activities and choose the Muse. Scroll down for directions on how to submit. Do it now . . . you have not missed your chance!

MUSE meeting today after school.

Attention all DECA members attending Districts – don’t forget the mandatory testing session today at 2:30 in Room E9. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Grantham ASAP!!

Would you like to see the best actors in school perform? Come see the Company Showcase tonight at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. This year AHS is taking 22 thespians to the Colorado State Thespian Conference to compete in individual events. Before they go, get a sneak peak at what they will be performing with from monologues, to scenes, to musical theatre performances. Admission is free!

Tomorrow, December 2nd, the following clubs will have their photo taken for the yearbook: FCA, Key Club, and Speech and Debate. For more information see your sponsor, check the flyers hung around the school, or see the flyer posted outside of room E8.

Attention sophomores! The PLAN results are back. If you took the PLAN, please come and pick up your results in the Guidance Office.

Hey seniors! Still haven't received your senior shirts? Come and pick one up this week in the cafeteria just in time for the first basketball game tomorrow! Both t-shirts and tanks are $12 and will be sold today and tomorrow during lunch in the cafeteria. Seniors show your warrior pride and don’t miss out on the stellar shirts!!

Attention TSA . . . Monday, Dec. 5 will be our next TSA business meeting after school in Room E10. Attendance at this meeting is expected! We will be passing out paper work regarding the TSA State conference! A graphic design competition will be presented and will help prepare you for the variety of contests regarding promotional graphics. Remember your dues if you haven’t paid them already….time is getting short to affiliate with the TSA National office.

Prom is on its way and the Junior Class is looking for some interesting and creative ideas for a ticket design. An informational flyer is available in the social studies office and designs are due the Friday after Winter Break. Please check with the Junior Class officers if you have any questions.

Athletics:

For further details on any announcements see the Arapahoe web site.
Warriors always take care of one another.