Tuesday, October 29, 2013

October 29, 2013



General Announcements

Tomorrow, Arapahoe High School has the privilege of hosting the Colorado Supreme Court.  Because of this, the library will be closed that day to student use in order to provide a place for a breakfast and luncheon for the justices and their clerks. The library staff realizes this will be an inconvenience and ask that you plan ahead for your study needs. Rarely does a school get such an opportunity to witness our legal system in action firsthand. Your flexibility and understanding is appreciated.

Hey Warriors!  Do you want to be a part of a championship team at Arapahoe?  Our award winning Winter Guard is starting up this week!  If you want to be part of the action, learn to spin a flag, dance and perform, please attend our info meeting tomorrow at 7 p.m. in the AHS band room!  You can also talk to Mr. Funk or Mr. Bailey for more information.  Go Warrior Winter Guard!

The Winter Percussion Ensemble will be holding their first informational meeting tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. in the AHS band room.  If you are interested in learning how to play in the drum line or front percussion ensemble and have the opportunity to perform around the state with our award winning Winter Percussion Ensemble then please attend this informational meeting.  You can also talk to Mr. Funk or Mr. Gust for more information.

FBLA competition sign-up will take place tomorrow. All members who wish to compete must sign up for a competition. Have questions about what events to sign up for? Come to our meeting to get all of your questions answered and find the best event for you.  Our meeting is in Room E9 at 2:20.
Warriors...make your voice count and help revitalize the You Matter Club!  Come to the first You Matter Club meeting tomorrow after school in the Guidance Conference Room.  See you there!

Warriors, following their exciting week last week, featuring a concert by Katie Perry, Lakewood High School is challenging all high schools in America to raise $1,000 to donate to flood victim relief. Arapahoe High School always rises to a challenge. We are asking all students to bring $1 to donate to Flood Victim Relief this Thursday. Student Council Members will have cans to collect donations. Lets show our support by raising well over $1,000!

Attention all Juniors and Seniors.  Do you have a 3.0 grade point average?  Have you taken three business classes?  If so, pick up an application for Arapahoe's newest organization, The National Business Honor Society!  As a nationally recognized business scholar, you will have access to scholarships, participate in service learning and have a new addition to your college resume!  Stop by the Business Department for more details 

Once again it’s time for the annual Halloween Candy Jar Count in the Library!! Come down to the library and guess how many Halloween candies are in the glass jar!  The student who comes the closest to the actual amount will win the jar full of candy!  Only one guess per day, please.  The winner will be announced on Halloween during the daily announcements. Happy Halloween from your AHS Library Staff!

Do you owe a library fine? Want to help someone in need? Bring nonperishable food items to the library to reduce your library fine. For each food item brought in, your library fine will be reduced by fifty cents. This is a great way to take care of your library fines and help someone else at the same time.

Attention all Arapahoe Students . . . we are calling on you to help others in our community who are in need.  We will be collecting non-perishable food for the students and community at Field Elementary through November 1. Please help us support the Food for Field drive by bringing cans or non-perishable food to the boxes located in each classroom. The winning class will receive a prize. We will also be hosting a raffle during both lunches.  Please bring two non-perishable items in exchange for a raffle ticket. The winners of ten Deca Dollars will be announced November 1. Show your support for the community and make sure to donate!

Café specials:  Chick Fil A sandwich, Panda Express bowls.  Lunch today:  chicken fajita, grilled ham and cheese.

Athletics

Congratulations to Mr. Kuhlman and Mrs. Smith for placing in the top 10 out of 200 runners in the 10k race at the Stride last Sunday. Mr. Kuhlman placed 3rd overall and Mrs. Smith finished 2nd in the Women's division. Wow! Also congratulations to students Nick Lipski and Nick Spencer who finished 2nd and 3rd out of over 1,800 participants in the 5k run. Thanks Warriors for participating in the Stride and thanks to Link Crew, DECA, and Key Club for volunteering your valuable time to make it a success.

Lady Warrior lacrosse players . . . it is time to register for spring lacrosse.   With our talented coaching staff and multiple teams, it will be great season.   On October 30th at 7:00 p.m. in the AHS Library, we will hold spring girls lacrosse registration.  Come join us and feel free to check out the AHS Girls Team website at  http://girls.ahslax.org   Go Warriors!  

Attention all girls interested in playing basketball this upcoming season. The Girl's Basketball "Pre-Season" camp begins tomorrow from 2:30-5:00 in the Auxiliary gym. Please come and join us to be part of our march to "March Madness" and a championship. We have four levels to fill, Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior Varsity and Varsity. So, regardless of your experience level, you can find a spot to experience the excitement of Arapahoe Lady Hoops! Check the Girl's basketball website at: arapahoeladyhoops.com, for the Pre-season camp schedule.

"Pink Cards" for Winter Sports will be distributed in the Cafeteria on Wednesday from 2:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.  Online registration must be completed and a current physical must be on file in the Athletic Office before student-athletes can receive their "Pink Card".   Registration is completed online at www.ahswarriors.org.

The AHS Swim Waiver will be given Thursday, November 14th and Friday, November 15th at 6:00 a.m. You must only attend one test.  Space is limited to the first 20 students. You must pre-register with Mrs. Leyden in the women's PE office or email her at: jleyden@lps.k12.co.us.  Test criteria is on the AHS home webpage. 

Calling all Littleton Public Schools ice hockey players! Tryouts for the Winter CHSAA season are November 13th and 15th at the Ice Ranch in Littleton. Please visit www.heritagelpshockey.org for details.

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