An Important Announcement from our Principal, Mrs. Pramenko
Good morning Warriors, this is Mrs. Pramenko. May I please have your attention for some important announcements. First off let me start by saying how incredibly great it has been to have everyone back in school this semester. You have all started off strong, dedicated and positive. As some exciting school activities and events approach it is important that you don’t do anything to jeopardize your participation in them.
First, I appreciate your attention to our dress code and your response to make corrections has been appreciated. Please remember that hats are allowed at Arapahoe, but NOT in our instructional areas. This includes classrooms, the library-media center, or inside any offices.
I also want to thank you for minding the traffic signal as you cross to the south side of our school. When you do go to the restaurants and other businesses across the street, please remember that you are representing Arapahoe! Your behavior and language is a direct reflection on not only you but on your Arapahoe teachers and staff. Please be mindful of that and encourage your peers to be positive and respectful representatives of Arapahoe.
I want to bring to your attention an important aspect of being a good Warrior. Arapahoe is a school that is known for incredible attendance and support at our events. We love when Warriors show up to support fellow Warriors. However, it has been a while since we have all been able to do so as a large group. Now that we have that opportunity, it is critical that you remember how to show spirit AND good sportsmanship. Please remember that it is never going to be ok to call out an opposing player or official in any manner - by name, by number, by description, by a nickname, etc.. It is simply not allowed and only brings others down. We are all about taking care of others here! Foul language is never tolerated.
Just like here in school, we have high expectations for you to behave with class and dignity at our events. If you are asked to leave a game for any reason, you will automatically not be allowed to attend events for 2 consecutive weeks. If you are asked a second time, you will not be allowed to attend events for the remainder of the year.
Always, and especially this week, as some of our teams take on our sister-school, Heritage in contests, you MUST commit to positive school spirit if you would like to be a part of the crowd at these games. Do the right thing Warriors cheer for the Warriors! We want a lot of positive support of school spirit at our games always and especially this week. Also, remember that dress at games must be appropriate and you must never dress like our proud Warrior mascot in any way. So let’s all wear Black and Old Gold to show our unity as the Arapahoe Warriors!!!
Finally, you may have heard that beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Tri County Health has issued a new mask mandate for all of Arapahoe County. All persons ages 2 and up must wear a mask when indoors at a school. We will begin to implement this tomorrow morning. We will have masks available at student entrances, but not enough for everyone. Please come to school tomorrow with a mask. While it is challenging to wear a mask, at least we are all still able to be together. You will be able to take your mask off when outdoors at this time. I will keep you posted regarding any changes. Please look for an email from LPS later today. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you for your attention this morning! Let’s make it a great day, Warriors!
General Announcements
*Hey Warriors, the Talent Show is HAPPENING THIS YEAR! Do you have a talent you can share??? We will be hosting AUDITIONS for the Homecoming Talent Show after school this Thursday and Friday. YOU should sign up! Be sure to check out the flyers around the school to scan the QR codes to sign up. You can also see Mr. Morahan or Mr. Kuhlmann for more information. See you at Auditions this Thursday and Friday after school!
*Hey Warriors! Come purchase your blackout t-shirts Thursday or Friday at lunch for Friday's football game against Heritage! The price is $10 and you can use cash, VENMO, or charge it!
*Do you need your Student ID reprinted with your athletic pass? Please come to the front office this week to request your new ID.
*Are you interested in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics? Technology Student Association, the TSA, could be the club for you. We will have our kickoff informational meeting Thursday after school in room E1482. If you have any questions, come see us at Club Cafe or ask Mr. Hatak or Mr. Babcock.
*Juniors and Seniors: Please remember that during school hours all vehicles on school grounds need to have a properly displayed parking permit. Vehicles with an improperly displayed parking permit or with no permit are subject to ticketing and towing. If you have any questions regarding the rules in the parking lot, you can receive a copy of the rules at either security kiosk or in the student services office.
*Seniors, graduation will be here before you know it! If you have not verified the correct spelling of your name or provided your height for your gown, please stop and see Mrs. Witt in the Student Services/Counseling area to provide that information.
*Seniors, Herff Jones will be here on Thursday, September 9th, on the south patio from 11:30 am - 2:00 pm with information about ordering graduation announcements, class rings, letter jackets, and more. Remember to stop by and see them for information on ordering.
*Students who go across the street during lunches and unscheduled time should understand that if you are crossing Dry Creek without the signal or jaywalking, you are subject to a $125 ticket. Deputy Englert and Deputy Tipton are monitoring the crosswalk for warnings and violations. Do your part to keep our street safe for all students.
*Calling ALL Lady Warriors! It's time to play some football!!! Make a team of 10-12 players and join the Powder Puff Football tourney during Homecoming week. All registration info is on the AHS website or on instagram @ArapahoeStuco. Teams must be registered by Sept. 6th. The earlier you register the more practice time your team will have before the big tourney on Sept. 11th.
*Let the Adventure Begin...We are going Around the World for Homecoming 2021! Mark your calendars for a week you won't forget. Homecoming week begins Sept. 13th and will be a week filled with events and spirit. All Warriors will want to participate! Save Saturday, Sept 18th for the big HOCO dance from 8 - 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 and will be sold in a couple weeks.
*Free in-person Alive @ 25 class is Monday 9/27 at 3:45pm - 8:15pm 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 a driver's permit after taking the class and a lot of 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 code is "arapahoe".
Any questions, ask Deputy Englert.
Athletics
*Our Varsity Field Hockey team was victorious yesterday over Dakota Ridge by a score of 6-0!
*Congratulations to our Arapahoe Warriors Varsity Boys Golf Team for their 6th straight tournament victory! Yesterday they won the Cheyenne Mountain Invitational beating the host school by ten strokes as well as 19 other teams in the process. A special congratulation to senior Matthew Wilkinson for winning the tournament with a low round of 63 which is a new SCHOOL RECORD!
*Hey Warriors! Tickets are on sale online for the Arapahoe vs Heritage football game Friday night! Visit the AHS Athletic website at www.ahswarriors.org and find the link to purchase your ticket. No standing in line to buy tickets is going to be great! AHS students with an athletic pass showing on their student ID will need to bring their ID with them to the pass gate at the game to get in for FREE. Warriors, you must bring your ID with you or take a picture of your ID and present it on your phone at the pass gate to use the athletic pass for free admission. Ticket prices are $5 for adults and $5 for students. See you at the game!
*Don't make dinner tonight! Instead, come and join us at Chipotle from 4:00-8:00 p.m. to support our Arapahoe Cross Country team. Please mention when you order that you are there for AHSXC.
*Boys Lacrosse! Please visit the Boys Lacrosse page on AHSWarriors.org for fall playing and participation information.
*Want to leave a legacy? Consider donating to the weight room renovation by buying a commemorative brick to be placed near the exterior entrance of the weight room. Visit AHS athletics page and click on the link under 'Highlights' for more information.
Be sure to check the Arapahoe website for further details.
Warriors always take care of one another!
