Tuesday, October 22, 2013

October 22, 2013



General Announcements

In continuation of Safe Schools Week, tomorrow is Yellow Ribbon Day.  Wear yellow to school to promote our community’s awareness of keeping ourselves and others healthy and safe. 

A reminder to speech and debate team members that the team's weekly meeting and practice takes place today after school in Room C15 at 2:30. Still interested in speech and debate but haven't attended a meeting yet? Interested students are welcome anytime --please join us.

Sophomores, don’t forget about the opportunity to take the PLAN, a practice ACT test, on Saturday, November 2nd! Register in the Guidance Office now through October 28th. The cost is $15. 

Attention dodgeball players! The final rules meeting will be held today at 5:30 p.m. in the Forum for all competitors participating in the DECA Dodgeball tournament.  Remember it is mandatory for every member participating on a team to attend a meeting. If you do not attend a rules meeting, you will not be allowed to play in the tournament.  Tomorrow is the annual DECA Dodgeball Tournament.  You won't want to miss this exciting, once a year event.  Admission is only $3. Come out and support your favorite NFL football team as they battle on the court. 

Hey Warriors, did you miss the Informational TSA meeting last week?  No worries, just come to the next TSA meeting this Thursday, October 24th at 2:25 in Room E6.  Be ready for some thinking as we'll be competing in our first Problem Solving competition!!  See Mr. McMullen for questions.

Calling all art makers and creators! The Muse literary and arts magazine needs YOUR art, poetry, and prose. If you don't want to miss being a part of Arapahoe's only student arts publication, there's no time to lose! To submit your work, please visit the Muse page under the activities tab on the school website.

Are you comfortable using technology such as Google Drive and the Science Techbook? Have you ever helped a friend get connected to wireless? Do you like to help your fellow students? If so, you might be a perfect candidate for AHS's version of the Apple Genius Bar. Please see the AHS web page for more information and a link to the application form. Deadline is November 4th.

Attention all Arapahoe Students . . . we are calling on you to help others in our community who are in need. October 21-November 1 we will be collecting non-perishable food for the students and community at Field Elementary. 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 on Friday the 25th and November 1. Show your support for the community and make sure to donate!

Café specials today:  Panda bowls and Chick Fil A Sandwich.  Lunch Today:  pizza pocket, grilled cheese sandwich, salads, and a variety of cold sandwiches.





Athletics

“Pink Cards" for Winter Sports will be distributed in the Cafeteria tomorrow 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.

Attention all girls interested in playing basketball this upcoming season. The Girl's Basketball "Pre-Season" camp begins Wednesday, October 30th 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.

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!  

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