October 20, 2014

General Announcements

Congratulations to the Arapahoe Marching Band and Color Guard for placing 5th out of over 20 marching bands (1A-5A) this past weekend at the Woodland Park Invitational!  The band and guard scored a season high of 72.90 points and had a great show leading into State!!!  Please come and support the band and guard at the CBA State Marching Championships on October 25, 2014.  Last week, Arapahoe locked in the 6th seed in 5A competition and secured an automatic bye into semifinals!!!  Arapahoe will perform at 2:00 p.m. at the Air Force Academy and we hope to see everyone there!!!

Good morning Arapahoe!  The food drive has officially begun and will continue through the 31st.  Bring in your canned goods, cereal, baby food, and ethnic foods to donate.  You can also bring in spare change at lunch where it will be collected to purchase food items.  All donations go to Field Elementary!  Get donating!

Remember that if you're applying for membership in National Honor Society, applications are due today by 3:00.  You need to deliver your application and $15 application fee to Mrs. Kazakoff in the Attendance Office, and if you're able to drop it off earlier in the day, you can save yourself from standing in a long line after school.  Thanks!

Attention all National Business Honor Society, FBLA and DECA Members.  The CU Leeds College of Business will be giving a presentation today after school in Room E9.  Come to the meeting to learn more about Business College at the University of Colorado.

Reminder: Alive @ 25 class today in W101 at 2:45 TODAY, if you signed up please show up. There is space still available for the class. If you are 15 1/2 and are interested in taking the class it is free, it is normally $39. Just show up at 2:45. The class goes until 7:15 p.m. Any questions ask Deputy Englert.

Just a reminder that the next TSA meeting will be tomorrow after school in Room E6.

The deadline to sign up for the Aspire test has been moved to Tuesday, October 21.  The test will be given on Saturday, November 1, from 7:30 a.m. until 12:45 p.m.  The cost of the test is $35. Come to the Guidance Office to register for this exam!

FBLA meeting this Wednesday October 22 at 2:30 in Room E9.  We will be discussing Trick or Treat Street, Shred a thon and sign up for competition.  If you have any questions, visit Mr. Sawyer or Mrs. Swank in the business office.

Hey Warriors! Do you love sports? Have you always wanted to be an announcer for a sporting event? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then now is your chance. We are looking for announcers for the annual DECA Dodgeball tournament. We will be holding tryouts on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 2:30 in classroom S1. See Ms. Krueger if you have any questions.

Hey Speech and Debate … remember all forms and fees are due by October 30 in order to compete. This includes all returning members. Turn them in to Mrs. Schroeder's desk in the English office.

Hey Arapahoe writers and artists! Do you have a poem, college essay or personal narrative or story? What about artwork or photography? Submit your work and become part of The Muse! We are currently looking for all writing and artwork to publish in this year’s magazine! The deadline to submit work is October 31^st .  Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity! For details about how to submit your work, visit the Arapahoe website, and under "Activities," click on the MUSE tab.

Athletics

Congratulations to the JV and Sophomore volleyball teams on their victories over the Cherokee Trail Cougars last Thursday night. Way to finish your season strong! Speaking of finishing their season strong...a big high five to the Freshman Warriors on their first place finish in the Grandview volleyball tournament on Saturday.  This marks the third consecutive year Coach Buckner has won this tournament. Congratulations, Coach Buckner and the Freshman volleyball team!

Hey Warriors! Come rock your run at the Stride 5k or 10k event on Sunday Oct. 26th at Ketring Park. You can register for this run or walk event at www.runthestride.com .  Thank you for supporting your school and the LPS Foundation by participating in this district wide event. 

Pink Cards for winter sports will be distributed in the cafeteria Wednesday from 2:15-2:45 p.m.  You must register online and have a current physical on file prior to receiving your pink card.

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