Friday, February 28, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Hey Seniors! Student Council for the senior class is making a memory collage from your years at Arapahoe. Don’t forget to upload pictures of your favorite memories from your high school years to the google form that was emailed to you. Please make sure your photos are school appropriate. Today is the last day to turn in your photos.

*Next week, the Post Grad Center will host Alabama, Baylor, and Colorado Christian University.  Be sure to register in Naviance 24 hours prior to the visit, secure teacher permission, and bring the signed pass to the visit.

*Do you like spikeball?  Enjoy playing cornhole? Then get a friend and sign up to play in  the 1st annual FBLA Backyard Games Tournament! The Backyard Games will be held in the main and auxiliary gyms on April 1st at 6:00 PM. Teams of two can pick up a registration packet for the tournament starting at 8:00 AM on Thursday, March 5th.  Packets will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. Be sure to take part in this fun new event! 

*Do you have a sibling in preschool or kindergarten who has a big imagination? Do they love Dr. Seuss or other fun fictional characters? If so, please have them join us in the Arapahoe Theater on Saturday, March 7th at 1:00 pm for Tea with Seuss. Your sibling will love sharing snacks, stories, and songs with the fun characters from the musical Seussical, based on all of their favorite Dr. Seuss books! Make sure they don’t miss out on this great, free event! See Mr.Brooks in the theater with any questions, hope to see you there!   

Athletics

*Your LPS/Heritage Hockey team finished their regular season first in their conference. They have a first round playoff bye and will face Cherry Creek or Rampart in the second round in Fort Collins tonight.

*Our Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Teams have both advanced to the next round of playoffs! The girls play tonight against ThunderRidge at ThunderRidge HS at 7:00 PM. The boys play Saturday night against Ralston Valley at Ralston Valley HS at 6:00 PM. Student tickets are $6 at the door. Let’s fill the stands with Warrior fans!

*Baseball tryouts begin Monday, March 2 at 3:45 PM. If you have questions please see Coach Dollaghan in the Social Studies office.

*The ABK Girls soccer team tryouts begin on Monday, Mar 2, 2020.  Contact Coach Hampshire with any questions. Tryouts will last Monday, March 2, through Saturday, March 7, at a minimum, with JV and Varsity pool players playing in a Scrimmage in Colorado Springs on Saturday. Come tryout and support the ABK Family!

*Any dancers interested in auditioning for the 2020-2021 Arapahoe Toms teams should attend the pre-audition meeting this Monday, March 2nd at 6:00 PM in the forum! Come learn about the program and meet the coaches! 

 Be sure to check the Arapahoe website for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Thursday, February 27, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Hey Seniors! Student Council for the senior class is making a memory collage from your years at Arapahoe. Don’t forget to upload pictures of your favorite memories from your high school years to the google form that was emailed to you. Please make sure your photos are school appropriate. The last day to turn in your photos is this Friday, Feb. 28.

*Seniors,are you good at writing, have a strong opinion and are looking for a college scholarship?  Naviance lists 10 active scholarship essay contests. The topics range from “safe driving” to “ the civil jury system” and lots of other topics.  Log into Naviance to see all the topics and requirements. Deadlines are approaching quickly.

Athletics

*Your LPS/Heritage Hockey team finished their regular season first in their conference. They have a first round playoff bye and will face Cherry Creek or Rampart in the second round in Fort Collins on Friday night.

*Our Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Teams have both advanced to the next round of playoffs! The girls play Friday night against ThunderRidge at ThunderRidge HS at 7:00 PM. The boys play Saturday night against Ralston Valley at Ralston Valley HS at 6:00 PM. Student tickets are $6 at the door. Let’s fill the stands with Warrior fans!

*Baseball Tryouts begin Monday, March 2 at 3:45 PM. If you have questions please see Coach Dollaghan in the Social Studies office.

*The ABK Girls soccer team tryouts begin on Monday, Mar 2, 2020.  Contact Coach Hampshire with any questions. Tryouts will last Monday, Mar 2, through Saturday, Mar 7, at a minimum, with JV and Varsity pool players playing in a Scrimmage in Colorado Springs on Saturday. Come tryout and support the ABK Family!

Be sure to check the Arapahoe website  for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Hey Seniors! Student Council for the senior class is making a memory collage from your years at Arapahoe. Don’t forget to upload pictures of your favorite memories from your high school years to the google form that was emailed to you. Please make sure your photos are school appropriate. The last day to turn in your photos is this Friday, Feb. 28.

*Seniors!  Are you still thinking about what to do after graduation?  Still considering applying to schools to further your education?  Register to come to Application Day, two weeks from this coming Friday to hear from trade schools, community colleges, and in-state 4 year colleges and to apply for FREE and with support.  See the Post Grad website, your counselor, or Mrs. Hall for details.

*Seniors, there are over 40 local scholarship opportunities listed in Naviance...if you have community service hours, you should apply!  

Athletics    

*Attention Warrior Hoop Fans - The Boys Basketball team hosts Fort Collins tonight at 7:00 PM in the first round of the state playoffs! It’s a playoff game so all students will need to purchase a $6 ticket at the door to attend. Coach Pachner and the Team would love the support of our incredible student fans! See you tonight at 7:00 PM! Go Warriors!

*Your LPS/Heritage Hockey team finished their regular season first in their conference. They have a first round playoff bye and will face Cherry Creek or Rampart in the second round in Fort Collins on Friday night.

*Baseball Tryouts begin Monday, March 2 at 3:45 PM. If you have questions please see Coach Dollaghan in the Social Studies office.

Be sure to check the Arapahoe website for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Seniors who have been admitted to the CU Leeds School of Business:  A representative from CU will be here (with snacks) this Friday to answer any questions you may have and give you a contact on campus. Sign up for this visit in the Counseling Office or in the library. Be sure to ask your teacher for permission to attend and bring the signed green pass to the visit.

*Seniors, please keep all scholarship award letters, even ones you do not plan to accept. Submit a copy to Mrs. Hall now and save yourself a step later in the scholarship reporting process!

*Hey Seniors! Student council for the senior class is making a memory collage from your years at Arapahoe. Don’t forget to upload pictures of your favorite memories from your high school years to the google form that was emailed to you. Please make sure your photos are school appropriate. The last day to turn your photos.

*Free Alive @ 25 class Wednesday, February 26th, 3:45 PM-8:15 PM in room W1874. If you are voluntarily taking the class the Sheriff's Office pays for your $79 fee. If you are 15 1/2 you can get your driver's permit after taking the class and many insurance companies give you a discount. This is a 4 1/2 hour class. Sign up on-line at www.aliveat25.us. To register for the class the password is "arapahoe". Any questions, ask Deputy Englert.

Athletics

*Hey Warriors - it's time for basketball playoffs.  The girls will be hosting Douglas County tonight at 7:00 PM and the boys will host Ft. Collins on Wednesday night at 7:00 PM.  Because these are playoff games, all students will need to purchase a $6 ticket at the door to attend. We need your spirit both nights - come out and cheer our teams on to victory. Go Warriors! 

Be sure to check the Arapahoe website for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Monday, February 24, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors! This week, you have the opportunity to meet with college representatives from Metro State University of Denver, Arapahoe Community College, the University of Wyoming, the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, the University of Missouri, and Colorado Mesa University. Register in Naviance 24 hours prior to the visit, secure permission from your teacher, and bring the signed pass to the visit.  

*Seniors, there are 79 scholarship opportunities listed in Naviance right now...be sure to check out the list!  There are currently 7 active scholarships for students pursuing STEM fields in college with deadlines this month and in March...check it out today!

*Shout out to Arapahoe TSA for a great State Conference! Our team made semifinals in: Assistive Technology, Board Game Design, Dragster Design, and Tech Bowl. Congrats to our Tech Bowl team for placing just off the podium in 4th place, and to our Assistive Technology Team consisting of Kayleigh Krueger, Taylor Kelly, and Andrew Wood for finishing in 2nd place in the State! So proud of you guys & gals, you represented Arapahoe High well!!

*Free Alive @ 25 class Wednesday, February 26th, 3:45 PM-8:15 PM in room W1874. If you are voluntarily taking the class the Sheriff's Office pays for your $79 fee. If you are 15 1/2 you can get your driver's permit after taking the class and many insurance companies give you a discount. This is a 4 1/2 hour class. Sign up on-line at www.aliveat25.us. To register for the class the password is "arapahoe". Any questions, ask Deputy Englert.

*The Spring Swim Waiver test registration is now open for current students who are interested in testing out of the required Swim course. Current students can find the registration link on the AHS website. The test will take place on Thursday, March 12th at 7:00 AM and the registration link will be open from now until March 3rd or when all spots are filled. Sign up today to take the swim waiver test.

Athletics    

*Your LPS/Heritage Hockey team finished their regular season first in their conference. They have a first round playoff bye and will face Cherry Creek or Rampart in the second round in Fort Collins on Friday night.

*Hey Warriors - it's time for basketball playoffs.  The girls will be hosting Douglas County on Tuesday at 7:00 PM and the boys will host Ft. Collins on Wednesday night at 7:00 PM.  Because these are playoff games, all students will need to purchase a $6 ticket at the door to attend. We need your spirit both nights - come out and cheer our teams on to victory. Go Warriors! 

Be sure to check the Arapahoe website for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Friday. February 21, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Seniors!  Are you still thinking about what to do after graduation?  Still considering applying to schools to further your education?  Come to Application Day three weeks from today to hear from trade schools, community colleges, and in-state 4-year colleges. You will be able to apply for FREE and with support.  See the Post Grad website, your counselor, or Mrs. Hall for details.

*Attention Warriors! Sources of Strength needs your help spreading positivity at our school! All you have to do is design a poster spreading a message about hope, help, and strength. Send in a picture of your poster to AHSSourcesofStrength@gmail.com. The winner will receive a $10 gift card of their choice and the Tribe with the most submissions will get a donut party! The deadline is February 26th!  

*The Spring Swim Waiver test registration is now open for current students who are interested in testing out of the required Swim course. Current students can find the registration link on the AHS website. The test will take place on Thursday, March 12th at 7:00 AM and the registration link will be open from now until March 3rd or when all spots are filled. Sign up today to take the swim waiver test.

*Free Alive @ 25 class Wednesday, February 26th, 3:45 PM-8:15 PM in room W1874. If you are voluntarily taking the class the Sheriff's Office pays for your $79 fee. If you are 15 1/2 you can get your driver's permit after taking the class and many insurance companies give you a discount. This is a 4 1/2 hour class. Sign up on-line at www.aliveat25.us. To register for the class the password is "arapahoe". Any questions, ask Deputy Englert.

Athletics

*Your LPS hockey team will play their last regular season game this Saturday night against Mountain Vista at home at South Suburban at 6:30 PM. This will be a big game as they play for the “Eagle Cup” and will celebrate Senior Night. In addition, t-shirts will be on sale at the game for Urban Peak, which is a non-profit organization in Denver that provides services for youth ages 15-24 who are experiencing homelessness. Come out to support the team and Urban Peak!

*Please join the Arapahoe Baseball Team breakfast fundraiser this Saturday (2/22/20) between 7:30-9:30 AM at Applebee’s (8292 S. University Blvd -University and County Line) For $10 you can enjoy pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, coffee, milk, juice and soft drinks; but more importantly you'll have our players skillfully serve you and your family a great breakfast.  

 Be sure to check the Arapahoe website for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Thursday, February 20, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Sophomores, juniors, and seniors! Are you considering Metro State University of Denver or Arapahoe Community College? Come talk to the college representatives from these schools next Tuesday. Be sure to register in Naviance, secure permission from your teacher, and bring the signed pass to your visit.  

*Attention Warriors! Sources of Strength needs your help spreading positivity at our school! All you have to do is design a poster spreading a message about hope, help, and strength. Send in a picture of your poster to AHSSourcesofStrength@gmail.com. The winner will receive a $10 gift card of their choice and the Tribe with the most submissions will get a donut party! The deadline is February 26th!  

*The Spring Swim Waiver test registration is now open for current students who are interested in testing out of the required Swim course. Current students can find the registration link on the AHS website. The test will take place on Thursday, March 12th at 7:00 AM and the registration link will be open from now until March 3rd or when all spots are filled. Sign up today to take the swim waiver test.

*Free Alive @ 25 class Wednesday, February 26th, 3:45 PM-8:15 PM in room W1874. If you are voluntarily taking the class the Sheriff's Office pays for your $79 fee. If you are 15 1/2 you can get your driver's permit after taking the class and many insurance companies give you a discount. This is a 4 1/2 hour class. Sign up on-line at www.aliveat25.us. To register for the class the password is "arapahoe". Any questions, ask Deputy Englert.

Athletics

*Your LPS hockey team will play their last regular season game this Saturday night against Mountain Vista at home at South Suburban at 6:30 PM. This will be a big game as they play for the “Eagle Cup” and will celebrate Senior night. Come out and cheer on the team!!

Be sure to check the Arapahoe website  for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Attention all FBLA Members.  There is an important FBLA Meeting today after school in the forum.  Grab yourself some ice cream at the meeting to celebrate the success of the FBLA District Conference.  In the meeting, we will be planning upcoming events such as the backyard tournament, Easter Egg Hunt and the AHS Carnival.  We hope to see you there!

*What a weekend for the performing arts!

• Competition season is in full swing and Arapahoe Winter Guard is looking strong with a score of 72.65 and a  Second Place Award for their show at Saturday’s RMCGA competition! Amazing work Warriors!

• The defending State Champion Arapahoe Percussion Ensemble started their 2020 season, performing their show, “Solaris” - finishing with a TIE for first place and a score of 77.25! Huge congrats to our Warriors! 

*Attention Warriors! Sources of Strength needs your help spreading positivity at our school! All you have to do is design a poster spreading a message about hope, help, and strength. Send in a picture of your poster to AHSSourcesofStrength@gmail.com. The winner will receive a $10 gift card of their choice and the Tribe with the most submissions will get a donut party! The deadline is February 26th!  

*The Spring Swim Waiver test registration is now open for current students who are interested in testing out of the required Swim course. Current students can find the registration link on the AHS website. The test will take place on Thursday, March 12th at 7:00 AM and the registration link will be open from now until March 3rd or when all spots are filled. Sign up today to take the swim waiver test.

*Free Alive @ 25 class Wednesday, February 26th, 3:45 PM-8:15 PM in room W1874. If you are voluntarily taking the class the Sheriff's Office pays for your $79 fee. If you are 15 1/2 you can get your driver's permit after taking the class and many insurance companies give you a discount. This is a 4 1/2 hour class. Sign up on-line at www.aliveat25.us. To register for the class the password is "arapahoe". Any questions, ask Deputy Englert.

Athletics    

*Your LPS hockey team came out strong yesterday afternoon with a dominant WIN over Cherry Creek! They will play their last regular season game this Saturday night against Mountain Vista at home at South Suburban at 6:30pm. This will be a big game as they play for the “Eagle Cup” and will celebrate Senior night. Come out and cheer on the team!!

*Any boys interested in playing for the AHS Boys Volleyball team this spring should plan to attend a player and parent meeting tonight at 7:00 PM in Room E1287. 

Be sure to check the Arapahoe website for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Tuesday, February 18, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*Sophomores, juniors, and seniors! College Visits @ AHS are starting up again!  Western Colorado, the University of Colorado Denver, and the University of Northern Colorado will be visiting on Friday! As a reminder, sign up in Naviance 24 hours before the visit, ask your teacher for permission to miss 30 minutes of class time, and have them sign the green visit pass.

*What a weekend for the performing arts!

• Competition season is in full swing and Arapahoe Winter Guard is looking strong with a score of 72.65 and a  Second Place Award for their show at Saturday’s RMCGA competition! Amazing work Warriors!

• The defending State Champion Arapahoe Percussion Ensemble started their 2020 season, performing their show, “Solaris” - finishing with a TIE for first place and a score of 77.25! Huge congrats to our Warriors! 

*Attention Warriors! Sources of Strength needs your help spreading positivity at our school! All you have to do is design a poster spreading a message about hope, help, and strength. Send in a picture of your poster to AHSSourcesofStrength@gmail.com. The winner will receive a $10 gift card of their choice and the Tribe with the most submissions will get a donut party! The deadline is February 26th!  

*The Spring Swim Waiver test registration is now open for current students who are interested in testing out of the required Swim course. Current students can find the registration link on the AHS website. The test will take place on Thursday, March 12th at 7:00 AM and the registration link will be open from now until March 3rd or when all spots are filled. Sign up today to take the swim waiver test.

*Free Alive @ 25 class Wednesday, February 26th, 3:45 PM-8:15 PM in room W1874. If you are voluntarily taking the class the Sheriff's Office pays for your $79 fee. If you are 15 1/2 you can get your driver's permit after taking the class and many insurance companies give you a discount. This is a 4 1/2 hour class. Sign up on-line at www.aliveat25.us. To register for the class the password is "arapahoe". Any questions, ask Deputy Englert.

Athletics    

*Your LPS hockey team had an exciting weekend of hockey! On Thursday night they clinched their conference in a 6-3 victory over Columbine. Saturday night they lost in a hard fought battle to Monarch 7-4. Today at 1:40 PM they play a rescheduled game against Cherry Creek at Family Sports Center.

*Any boys interested in playing for the AHS Boys Volleyball team this spring should plan to attend a player and parent meeting this Wednesday at 7:00 PM in Room E1287. 

*Anyone interested in being a part of the 2020 Arapahoe Warrior Track and Field team should attend an informational meeting today at 3:40 PM in Room W1529. We will be discussing the upcoming spring season and track camp! Come and be a part of the Arapahoe track family. If you are unable to attend please see Coach Lienemann.

Be sure to check the Arapahoe website for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!

Friday, February 14, 2020

Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance

General Announcements

*The latest edition of The Herald magazine came out this morning. Get your copy from your 2nd period teacher, or look for copies in the cafeteria news-stands and in the library.

*In Speech and Debate news, the team is headed out for their last regular season tournament tomorrow! Our students will represent Arapahoe, as one of 19 schools competing at the Columbine High School Rebellion Invitational. Good luck, Warriors! And an extra dose of luck in the post-season tournaments to come.

*Attention Warriors! Sources of Strength needs your help spreading positivity at our school! All you have to do is design a poster spreading a message about hope, help, and strength. Send in a picture of your poster to AHSSourcesofStrength@gmail.com. The winner will receive a $10 gift card of their choice and the Tribe with the most submissions will get a donut party! The deadline is February 26th!  

*The AHS Spanish Honors Society Miguel de Cervantes is participating in the Pulsera Project and selling bracelets for $5 during first and second lunches this week. Please come support artists in Nicaragua and Guatemala and purchase one of these beautiful bracelets. ¡Muchas gracias!

*Good luck to the 2019 State Champion Arapahoe Percussion Ensemble as they head into competition season this Saturday at RMPA’s contest at Monarch High School! Good luck to Arapahoe Winter Guard - as they spin their way on as the Winter Guard performers of Littleton Public Schools - they perform Saturday afternoon at RMPGA’s contest at Chaparral High School!

*The Spring Swim Waiver test registration is now open for current students who are interested in testing out of the required Swim course. Current students can find the registration link on the AHS website. The test will take place on Thursday, March 12th at 7:00 AM and the registration link will be open from now until March 3rd or when all spots are filled. Sign up today to take the swim waiver test.

*Free Alive @ 25 class Wednesday, February 26th, 3:45 PM-8:15 PM in room W1874. If you are voluntarily taking the class the Sheriff's Office pays for your $79 fee. If you are 15 1/2 you can get your driver's permit after taking the class and many insurance companies give you a discount. This is a 4 1/2 hour class. Sign up on-line at www.aliveat25.us. To register for the class the password is "arapahoe". Any questions, ask Deputy Englert.

Athletics

*Swim by the Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center in Thornton to see our state team compete in finals tonight starting at 5:00 PM. Go Lady Water Warriors!

*Any boys interested in playing for the AHS Boys Volleyball team this spring should plan to attend a player and parent meeting next Wednesday at 7:00 PM in Rm. E1287. 

*Anyone interested in being a part of the 2020 Arapahoe Warrior Track and Field team should attend an informational meeting Tuesday, February 18th at 3:40 PM in Room W1529. We will be discussing the upcoming spring season and track camp! Come and be a part of the Arapahoe track family. If you are unable to attend please see Coach Lienemann sometime before the end of the week.

*Attention anyone interested in joining AHS Boys Swim and Dive: The season is starting soon...please register with the Booster Club today. Pre-season clinic begins next week for all new and returning swimmers. All gear orders are due this Saturday (2/15/20) by 5:00 PM. For more information on the registration process, clinic signup, and gear orders go to http://www.ahsswimdive.com. If you have any questions about ordering gear for this season, please email: cindycfm@gmail.com.

 Be sure to check the Arapahoe website  for further details.

Warriors always take care of one another!