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DRUM BEAT Natalie Pramenko, Principal
Angela Boatright, Assistant Principal
Brian Ceriani, Assistant Principal
Darrell Meredith, Assistant Principal
Steven Sisler, Assistant Principal
Arapahoe High School
2201 E. Dry Creek Rd., Centennial, CO 80122
Main Office: 303-347-6000 Fax: 303-347-6004
Attendance Office: 303-347-6030
Night Attendance Line: 303-734-6500
http://arapahoe.littletonpublicschools.net
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to create an engaging teaching-learning environment that
values student individuality and encourages students to:
recognize and achieve their full potential,
collaborate in the learning process,
become lifelong learners, and
participate actively in their local and global societies.
ARAPAHOE
Dear Arapahoe Parents, November 2015
The arrival of November always reminds me to reflect and give thanks. I would like to thank all of
YOU, the Arapahoe parents, for your continued support of what we do at Arapahoe High School for
your sons and daughters. Parent participation and input is welcome, essential, and valued at AHS. I
would like to extend a special thank you to a few groups of parents: those who serve on our
Arapahoe PTO and our School Accountability Committee, the many parents who serve in our
athletic and activity booster clubs, and the hundreds of parent volunteers who provide many
helping hands in a variety of ways. We know we could not run Arapahoe without you, and we are
truly grateful!
Our recent two evenings of Parent/Teacher Conferences provided evidence of the importance of
consistent communication between home and school. Conferences were very well attended on
Wednesday night. We are always looking for the best way to communicate with you regarding
your Warrior’s academic progress, and we hope you will continue communicating with us as the
semester progresses. Please email or call a teacher or staff member any time you have questions or
concerns.
On November 5, 2015, we will honor our two 2015 National Merit Semifinalists, fourteen Commended
Scholars, and one National Hispanic Scholar. Their families and close friends will attend a breakfast
where these students will be recognized for their outstanding achievement on the 2014 PSAT. We
are very proud of these outstanding scholars! On November 16, we will also present over 200
Arapahoe Warriors with their Academic Letters. To earn this award, students must have a cumulative
grade point average of a 3.5 or higher after their sophomore year. Congratulations to these high
achieving students. The names of all of these scholars can be found later in this edition of the Drum
Beat.
We look forward to our Arapahoe High School Social Studies Department hosting our annual
Veteran’s Week, November 9-13. Activities are designed to honor those who have served and those
who are serving this great nation through our armed forces. There will be an American flag on
display in our cafeteria throughout the week, daily announcements commemorating some major
events in United States history, as well as guest speakers throughout the day on Friday, November
13, 2015. Various social studies classes will be brought down to the AHS Forum to hear from our
guests. Additionally, recruiters from the US Army will host fun activities and games for students during
lunches to celebrate the commitment of our armed forces.
On December 2, 2015, we will be hosting our annual Freshman Showcase. We will welcome the
Class of 2020. We will share information about our 1:1 BYOD program with the incoming class. With
the support of the Instructional Technology Department of Littleton Public Schools, we currently
have all of our freshmen and sophomores bringing their own technological devices (laptops/
tablets). Beginning next year, we hope to expand this program to the junior class.
And while we support the use of instructional technology, it is important to help our Warriors learn to
use it responsibly. As you know, social networking remains popular, especially among teenagers.
When used inappropriately, however, it can quickly become a problem. At AHS, we sometimes
work with students who are having conflicts via social media. Some college and university admission
officials are even checking the sites of prospective students, sometimes using what they find as a
reason for acceptance or denial; future employers might as well. The following link provides one of
the many resources to help you in conversations with your teenager regarding their online/digital
profile by clicking here. Arapahoe faculty and staff emphasize teaching students to use technology
responsibly and effectively, rather than taking it away. Please click the following link for internet
safety tips https://sites.google.com/a/lps.k12.co.us/ahs-tech-tips/internet-safety.
As you know, we are approaching the anniversary of the events of December 13, 2013. In
collaboration with students, faculty/staff, and parents, we have determined that Arapahoe will
move towards and through this sensitive time in a very special way again this year. Through the
combined efforts of students, staff, and community members, we will be kicking off the “Deliberate
Acts of Love and Kindness” campaign. In the spirit of Warriors taking care of one another, beginning
November 9 through winter break (and hopefully beyond), there will be a variety of opportunities for
Warriors to participate in kind acts and various pay-it-forward activities. In addition to the kindness
opportunities, we will also host special events such as our annual Toys for Tots campaign for Gilpin
Montessori Elementary School in Denver. Additionally, we invite all members of the Warrior and LPS community to wear Black and Old Gold in support of Arapahoe on Friday, December 11, 2015.
Please keep an eye on the Arapahoe website for details and further information. In October, we
held our first student advisement session. During this period, students met their Advisement teacher
as well as the students in their class. Students participated in getting-to-know you activities. We are
looking forward to our second session this month that will focus on the pillar of community. Look for a
separate email prior to the next Advisement class outlining more specifically the content of the
lesson.
It is the consensus of our entire faculty that students attending Arapahoe are intelligent,
technologically savvy, friendly, humorous, hard-working, and take care of one another. Arapahoe
students are very special. We appreciate their uniqueness and passions as we interact with them.
The Arapahoe Faculty values meaningful relationships with their students, providing relevance in
their instruction, and challenging each student with rigor of subject matter.
We are truly grateful to every single one of you for sending us your wonderful Warriors. They make
Arapahoe a better place and make a difference through their spirit, positive energy, and hard work
every day.
Sincerely,
Natalie Pramenko
Principal
Congratulations
National Merit Semi-Finalist Atlee Witt Zach Woosley
National Merit Commended Scholars Ell Eshleman Lucy Lutz Ethan Snow
Lexie Golden Sarah McEntire Gabrielle Stein
Julia Goncalves Abigail Rictor Emma Vahle
Ethan Hoggan Hunter Sanborn Emily Webb
Graham Shapley
Sarah Slack
College Board National Hispanic Scholars Lena Chavez
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Through parent donations, we are pleased to offer
teacher grants again this year. Teachers will submit
their applications for equipment, supplies, or training
that will directly benefit their classrooms and our
students. We offer this early in the year so that the
funds can help students as soon as possible.
Members of the PTO Board will meet this month to
designate the available funds and then distribute the
grant money. Thank you parents for your donations,
which make these grants possible.
For the sixth year, Community First Foundation and
FirstBank are partnering to present Colorado Gives
Day on December 8th, 2015. This is an annual
statewide movement to celebrate and increase
philanthropy through online giving. We would
encourage you to donate, any amount, to the
worthy cause of your choice. Of note, the Littleton
Public Schools Foundation is participating in this day
of giving. With the help of individuals, business
leaders, corporate partners, and the support of this
community, the LPS Foundation is committed to
provide funding in order to further the academic
excellence in Littleton Public schools. You can
access their online giving site here: https://
www.coloradogives.org/lpsfoundation/overview
Nancy Seavall and Kimberly Roberson
PTO Co-Presidents
April 30, 2016
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
After Prom plans are up and running! I am
happy to say that all of our areas for the event
have great chair people and now we are ready
to get moving. Each hall for after prom has a
different focus that will go with our overall
theme. These halls each have a chairperson,
but they need worker bees. They will be
building, painting, and coming up with all kinds
of decorations for their hall from now until May.
If this is something you are interested in, please
let me know, and I will get you in contact with
those volunteers. It is a great way to get to know
other parents while getting involved in a
fantastic Arapahoe tradition. Thank you
Arapahoe volunteers! We could not do this
without you.
D. D. Walsh
After Prom chair: [email protected]
Camilla Rictor
Hall chair: [email protected]
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Thank you AHS Parents From all the teachers and staff to the Parents who provided food-donations for
Parent-Teacher Conferences in October.
Your efforts and all the yummy food were certainly appreciated! Extra Special Thanks to
Coordinator Erica Brandse, Amy Eckhout, Angie Salas, D.D. Walsh and Julie Kellogg.
Angela Whitcher
Anne Kochevar
Bernessa Howell-Decker
Beth Cooper
Brandi Reinders
Carol Denewiler
Cathy Bauer
Cathy Groene
Chrissy Nash
Christina Spears
Christy Jordan
Constance Siebels
Courtney O'Shea
Cyndee Lampe
Dawn Burke
Dawn Wesselman
Dawne Hostetter
Debbie Lepetsos
Debbie Trainor
Debie Tresemer
Denise Ziegler
Diann Vega
Dianna Vavrik
Emily Robbins
Fran Musgrove
Greta Whitehead
Heather Hill
Hillary Adams
Jacquie Albertsen
Jan Zieser
Janna Waters
Jen Girard
Jeralyn Baker
Judi Piccone
Julie Ireland
Julie Miles
Karin Gardner
Kathy Todd
Kathy Widlund
Kati Olivares
Katie Adamson
Kelly Cooke
Kelly Waanders
Kim Brummond
Kim Myers
Kim Olson
Kimberly Roberson
Kristal Suter
Kristi Goodman
Kristi Piazza
Kristin Trauernicht
Libby Harvey
Lisa Banks
Lisa Nourse
Liz Hanson
Lucy Floyd
Mandy Conn
Mandy Williams
Margaret Danuser
Mary Jo Becker
Megan Tornello
Melissa Miller
Mo Redmond
Molly Snell
Nancy Seavall
Robin Caulkins
Ronette Hall
Sara Albee
Sheila Gains
Shirley Weigl
Stacey LeMay
Sue Lynch
Sue Perkins
Susan Marker
Sylvia Houts
Guidance Center Appointments with Counselors
Students may see their counselors during their unscheduled hours. Students are not to miss class for
counselor appointments unless it is an emergency. Mrs. Flinders and Mrs. Westerman in the Guidance
Center can make appointments for students. Counselors encourage parents to call or email with any
questions or concerns.
College Visits
Over 100 college/university representatives from across the United States visited Arapahoe during the
month of October. They met informally with small groups of juniors and seniors seeking first-hand
information about their schools.
Financial Aid Night
A Financial Aid 101 Seminar was given on October 26 by Nashwa Bolling from the University of Denver.
The link to view the presentation is on the Post Grad webpage.
ACT/SAT Preparation
Students can visit these free websites to prepare for the ACT and SAT:
www.collegeincolorado.org, www.actstudent.org, www.collegeboard.org, www.number2.com,
www.sparknotes.com, www.internet4classrooms.com, www.freetestprep.com
STATE ACT—APRIL 19, 2016
Senior Information College Applications
In September counselors visited senior Social Studies classes to discuss future planning and the college
application process. The information the counselors presented is posted on the Guidance Center’s web
page. Go to www.lps2.it/ahsguidance and click on the grade level links to access the information.
These links contain information for all seniors including details about the application procedure, a
calendar with suggested deadlines, essay ideas, test-taking tips, and other topics of interest.
Transcripts must be requested via Naviance Family Connection. Check with Ms. Kazakoff, College
Records Clerk, or Mrs. Hall in the Post Grad Center if you need help requesting transcripts through
Naviance. Students must pay $5 per transcript to Ms. Kazakoff before transcripts can be sent.
College applications, transcript requests in Naviance, and payments for each request need to be
completed three weeks prior to the application deadline date in order for our personnel to meet the
deadline. PLEASE NOTE: If the college’s deadline falls in the month of December through January 15,
2016, students must submit materials to the Guidance Center by November 20. Make sure to check the
application to see if it needs to be postmarked or received by the date on the application. Please
complete and turn in applications as early as possible. Thank you for your cooperation.
SAT Reasoning/Subject Tests
Test Date Registration Deadline
December 5, 2015 November 5, 2015
January 23, 2016 December 28, 2015
March 5, 2016 February 5, 2016
May 7, 2016 April 8, 2016
June 4, 2016 May 5, 2016
www.sat.collegeboard.com
ACT
Test Date Registration Deadline
December 12, 2015 November 6, 2015
February 6, 2016 January 8, 2016
April 9, 2016 March 4, 2016
June 11, 2016 May 6, 2016
www.actstudent.org
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Junior Information
Juniors received post-secondary planning information in their Western Civilization classes. Information
included: testing information (PSAT, SAT, ACT), College Fairs, college visitations, Military/ROTC/Academy
information, and internet resources. The presentation can be found on the Guidance website.
College Search
Create a list of your top ten colleges. Using Naviance Family Connection, consider academics, location,
cost, and social and cultural environment among your criteria. Try to narrow down these choices to your
top five to eight. Investigate financing of your top ten schools using their web sites and other resources in
the Post Grad Center.
Add a college visit to holiday travel. Call ahead to the admission office and make an appointment to
tour the facility while your student is on break. Most importantly, encourage your student to achieve the
highest grades possible in their junior year and to take courses which prepare them for college admission
and college coursework. A student’s grades and the courses taken are always primary admission criteria
for colleges and universities. The junior year grades are typically the last semester grades on the
transcript before the transcript is sent to a college admission office for evaluation for admission.
Military Choices
Any students who are looking at careers in the military are encouraged to speak to military service
representatives in the cafeteria during lunchtime from 10:30AM – 12:10PM. Representatives from the
United States Army, Air Force, and Marines visit campus approximately two times per semester to speak
to students who approach them with questions. For military representative contact information, please
see Mrs. Hall in the Post Grad Center.
SAT/ACT Scores - Both Service Academy and ROTC applications require early and impressive test results.
All military applicants should start taking the entrance tests during the spring of their junior year and
retake them for a higher score first thing in the fall of their senior year.
Grades - Senior year grades do not arrive in time for the application process, so junior year grades are
the last opportunity to excel in this most important area. Take the most challenging college-prep course
load you can handle, earn the best grades possible, and prepare for the SAT/ACT tests.
Admissions Liaison Officer - Call with your questions; the Guidance Department has the phone numbers
and addresses you need.
Leadership - You must demonstrate your ability to lead your peers. Get involved in school, sports, and
community organizations. Show what you can do with responsibility.
Admissions Tours - Call the Academy admissions office for a reservation. Meet a cadet and follow him/
her through a day of classes and lunch.
Career Choices
If your student is looking for a career straight out of high school, it is often wise to take courses through
our Career and Technical Education Program. These programs prepare students for the world of work.
Students who do not know what type of work would best suit them are encouraged to research careers
by utilizing computers in the Post Grad Center.
Sophomore Information
GPA - Many colleges and employers look at the Grade Point Average (GPA) of students in grades 9
through 11 when evaluating them for admission or employment. This means that improving a student’s
GPA between freshmen and sophomore year can be beneficial if the student continues to do well. Your
major task in pursuing college or career at this time is to do well in school, which translates to a higher
GPA.
Freshman Information
Counselors went to all of the Freshman English classes to talk about the importance of having a good
start to their high school career. Colleges want to see students who have good grades and solid course
work. Please remind your son/daughter to attend all classes and turn in all homework assignments. These
are two vital keys to being a successful student at Arapahoe High School. The presentation can be found
on the Guidance website.
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Post Grad Center News
Last month, students and parents attended the Financial Aid 101 Seminar. Nashwa Bolling, Associate Director
of Budget, Analysis, and Research at the University of Denver, gave a detailed and informative presentation. If
you missed the presentation, you may view it, thanks to Mr. Ahern’s technical crew and Mr. Anderson’s Spear
Broadcasting team who worked together to broadcast and tape the event. A link to view is on the Post Grad
Center webpage. In addition, you will find Ms. Bolling’s answers to questions requiring additional research.
Seniors are deep into the college application process. There are 4 primary phases in this process that are
detailed below:
Many students have early admission deadlines this month and next. Most students applying regular decision
have deadlines on or around January 1st which is during winter break. Please note that all items in the
RECOMMENDATION PHASE and the REQUEST PHASE must be completed BEFORE Thanksgiving break to allow
time for teachers, counselors, and Mrs. Kazakoff to complete their part before Winter break.
Parents, please remind students to read their school email. General information from the Post Grad Center is
sent to email addresses in Infinite Campus and there is a lot of communication going out Senior year. In
addition, junior and sophomore post grad appointment reminders are sent to school email addresses. Juniors
attend their post grad appointments this semester. Sophomores will be scheduled for their post grad
appointments next semester. Email [email protected] is the best way to contact Mrs. Hall, Post Graduate
Specialist.
Study Skills
Bolster your student’s study habits by impressing upon him/her the importance of taking a few minutes
each day to review the notes they have taken in class. Be sure they understand the vocabulary, and if
they need help, have them ask their teacher or a classmate. If they review their notes with a friend, they
might add some additional points that he/she may have missed.
Activities
Encourage your child to become involved in activities related to school such as student government,
band, theater, athletic events, athletic teams, clubs, or dances. Students who are active in the
classroom as well as in extracurricular programs have the opportunity to develop skills in leadership,
setting priorities, meeting responsibilities, and learning more about their strengths in working with people.
Semester Final Exams
Final exams are coming in December. They are each 1 1/2 hours long. In some cases the exams are a
review of the entire semester; in others the tests are over a recent unit. Students need to listen carefully to teachers for directions related to the content and the effect (weight) the final exam has on their final
grade in each class.
RESEARCH PHASE: student conducts extensive research on schools of interest
*record specific information such as deadline dates for admission and scholarship purposes
*letter of recommendation requirements (number required, from teachers in which subjects, AND counselor
recommendation letter required or not)
*supplemental essay prompts or short answer questions
*automatic and competitive scholarship opportunities from the institution itself
RECOMMENDATION PHASE: the process for obtaining letters of recommendation
*complete biography for letters of recommendation on Naviance
*personally ask teacher(s) to write recommendation 6 weeks in advance of application deadline
*personally ask counselor to write recommendation letter, if needed, 6 weeks in advance
*request letter of recommendation(s) on Naviance
REQUEST PHASE: student requests documentation from a variety of places
*request transcripts in Naviance
*pay $5 for each transcript requested by cash or check to Mrs. Kazakoff in bookkeeper’s office
(note: transcript fee payment required before transcripts are sent)
*request ACT, SAT, or AP scores from each agency
(this is independent of Naviance and AHS)
APPLICATION PHASE: students are finally ready to complete the application itself
*complete the application via Common Application or the institutional application on college site
*respond to essay prompts & proofread
*match Naviance and Common App accounts once application is complete
*pay application fee on Common Application site or the college site with credit card
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Arapahoe High School Graduates In The Military Arapahoe High School would like to recognize and honor all graduates who are now serving our country in
the military. The Arapahoe Guidance Department is collecting pictures and information to add to our display
in the Arapahoe Cafeteria.
If you have a son or daughter now serving in the military, please send in a photograph, the year of
graduation, the branch they are serving in, and the group number, if applicable.
Please send the information to: Arapahoe High School, Attention: Guidance Department
2201 E. Dry Creek Road, Centennial, CO 80122
Thank you and best wishes to all the families and friends of those serving in the military
Graduation Information 2016
DATE AND SITE INFORMATION
Graduation will be held at Littleton Public Schools’ Stadium on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. The
alternate rain site will be Arapahoe High School Gymnasium at 11:00 a.m.
CAP AND GOWN INFORMATION March 1, 2016 is the deadline for a fee payment of $50.00. The $50.00 Graduation Fee was included in the
total “option amount” in your student’s registration fees. If this fee has not been paid by January, it will show
as an amount due on your student’s invoice that will be mailed at the end of January. The Graduation Fee
covers your student’s cap and gown rental and diploma expenses.
TICKET INFORMATION Graduates will receive six (6) tickets for the Littleton Public Schools’ Stadium. Each family may request a
reasonable number of extra LPS Stadium tickets. In the event of rain, Graduates will receive ONLY four
(4) tickets for the Arapahoe High School Gymnasium. Over flow seating will be available in the AHS Cafeteria
through closed-circuit television displayed on a big screen. Tickets are not inter changeable, and lost tickets
will not be replaced.
For further information, please visit the Arapahoe website and click on the students tab or click here. Senior
Graduation information will be frequently updated.
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E-books and Digital Audio Books are FREELY available from the
Arapahoe High School Library to all AHS students!
Available titles include popular and new fiction, along with fiction and nonfiction titles specifically selected to
support curricular needs on a wide range of topics such as economics, forensic science, government, health,
and personal finance, just to name a few.
E-books may be accessed through a browser by going to the Universal Search link found on the AHS Library
webpage. Students login using their school email username (minus @lpsk12.org) and their email password.
In addition to using a browser, students may use the BryteWave app. The app is Android, Apple iOS, Kindle,
Mac OS X, Nook, and Windows compatible. It uses the same login as the Universal Search page. The app
permits users to not only read e-books but to also listen to digital audio books.
*See the October Drum Beat newsletter for additional details.
How to Access Online Subscription Resources
using your personal computer
Move beyond Wikipedia and Google!
As yet one more way to promote student achievement and academic excellence, AHS subscribes
to a number of top-quality online resources that can be accessed from home or anywhere in the
world, for that matter.
Getting to these resources while using your personal computer couldn’t be easier. Simply go to the
AHS Subscription Sites Login page @ http:/lps2.it/ahsdatabases.
Enter the username “ahsonline” along with the password “arapahoe” (these are case sensitive).
You will now have direct access to all of the resources listed below without having to enter
additional usernames or passwords (with a couple of exceptions – and their access information is
provided for you).
Academic Search Elite (EBSCO)
American History (ABC-CLIO)
American Indian Experience (ABC-ClIO)
Auto Repair Reference Center (EBSCO)
Business Source Elite (EBSCO)
Columbia Granger's World of Poetry
Columbia International Affairs Online username = arapahoehs PW = arapahoe
Consumer Health Complete (EBSCO)
CountryReports.org
Discovery Education Streaming
EasyBib School Edition
Funk & Wagnalls (EBSCO)
Global Issues in Context (GALE)
GreenFILE (EBSCO)
History Reference Center (EBSCO)
Issues and Controversies (Facts on File)
Issues and Controversies in American History (Facts on
File)
Legal Information Reference Center (EBSCO)
Library, Information Science & Technology (EBSCO)
Literature Resource Center (GALE)
Maps101
MAS Ultra - School Edition (EBSCO)
MasterFILE Elite (EBSCO)
Middle Search Plus (EBSCO)
Newspaper Source (EBSCO)
NoveList (EBSCO)
Opposing Viewpoints in Context (GALE)
Oxford Art
Oxford English Dictionary
Oxford Language Dictionaries
Oxford Music
Oxford Reference Online Premium
Points of View Reference Center (EBSCO)
Pop Culture Universe (ABC-CLIO)
Primary Search (EBSCO)
Pro & Con (Congressional Digest) user ID = ahsonline password = arapahoe
Professional Development Collection (EBSCO)
Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection (EBSCO)
Regional Business News (EBSCO)
Rosen Teen Health and Wellness
Salem Health – includes Addictions and Substance Abuse;
Cancer; Complementary and Alternative Medicine;
Genetics; Infectious Diseases and Conditions; Magill’s
Medical Guide; Psychology and Behavioral Health
Science in Context (GALE)
Science Reference Center (EBSCO)
Small Engine Repair Reference Center (EBSCO)
Today's Science (Facts on File)
TOPICsearch (EBSCO)
World Geography (ABC-CLIO)
World History - Ancient and Medieval Eras (ABC-CLIO)
World History - Modern Era (ABC-CLIO)
World News Digest (Facts on File)
World Religions (ABC-CLIO)
Plus eReference Books: Africa: An Encyclopedia for Students
American Decades
American Decades Primary Soruces
America Eras
Dictionary of American History
Encyclopedia of European Social History
Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Encyclopedia of Religion
Encyclopedia of World Cultures
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of World
Literature
Gale Encyclopedia of American Law
Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia
History Behind the Headlines
New Encyclopedia of Africa
UXL American Decades
World Eras
If you have any questions regarding these resources or have difficulty accessing and using them,
please contact Tracy Murphy, our librarian, at either 303-347-6088 or [email protected]
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ACTIVITIES OFFICE NEWS
Freshman Class Food Drive! Through November 9, the Class of 2019 is hosting our annual food
drive for two area schools: Centennial Academy and East Elemen-
tary. Classrooms throughout the school all have donation boxes.
Please consider donating to a cause that will ensure families in our
community have necessary items that are non-perishable and
healthy. Cash donations are accepted as well. Please contact the
Activities Office at 303-347-6013 if you have any questions.
Current Events
November 9 – December 4, 2015
AHS Toys for Tots Our annual toy drive kicks off on
November 9! Please bring toys for
ages 3-10 to the main office to
help us support Gilpin Montessori
School in Denver.
November 9 – November 13, 2015
Veterans’ Week To honor the commitment of
servicemen and servicewomen
past and present, Arapahoe will
celebrate Veterans’ Week with a
variety of activities:
Daily: military uniforms on
display in the cafeteria
Daily: military quotes and
information on the an-
nouncements
Daily: “American Spirit
Board” in the cafeteria
November 11: military slide
show during lunches
November 13: speaker in
Social Studies classes
Visit from US Army recruiters
to celebrate with lunch
time games
Teacher of the Year: A New AHS Tradition
A committee of students, teachers, counselors, and classified staff
have developed a new tradition at Arapahoe High School in which
a teacher will be recognized for his or her exceptional dedication,
knowledge and skill. The recipient of this recognition will be an-
nounced at the Winter Pep Assembly, and then he or she will be
honored throughout the school year in various ways.
We encourage you to be a part of this new tradition by nominating
one or more teachers that you feel is qualified for this recognition
using this link: https://goo.gl/WXGioi. Nominations will be accepted
until November 30, 2015.
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Student Council Announcements!
All Arapahoe students are invited to attend Student Council meetings on Tuesdays at 6:45 a.m. in the
AHS Forum.
2015 Homecoming Royalty
Your freshmen homecoming attendants were …
Ryan Dunahay and Lane D'Agostino
Your sophomore homecoming attendants were…
Lilly Doan and Seth Porter
Your junior homecoming attendants were…
Tia Decolati and Ethan Fahn
Your homecoming princess and prince were…
Andrea Wood and Ethan Snow
Finally, your 2015 homecoming king and queen were…
Kelsey Vogel and Steven Goldy
Performing Arts Department ~ Students of the Month
The Performing Arts Department would like to recognize and thank the following outstanding
students who were named Students of the Month for October 2015:
Vocal Music: Thai Nguyen Instrumental: Riley O’Rourke Theatre: Sarah Dafoe
Again, thank you for sharing your talent, energy, and time.
Art Department News
The Fall art show will be hanging in the halls from now through the 19th, so stop by the east wing and the
showcase in the cafeteria to check out all the wonderful artwork students have created so far this year!
The Art Club is underway for the year, our first project we will be making t-shirts. We will be meeting
regularly the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. If you are interested in joining art club, it’s not too
late, so come join us at our next meeting.
14th Annual AHS Toys for Tots
Every year, the Arapahoe High School Community donates holiday gifts to a highly impacted
school in the Denver metro area. This year, we have chosen Gilpin Montessori Public School in
Denver. There are 300 students who come from very loving families, but many of their parents
struggle to provide the basic necessities. We will also be reaching out to Denver Indian Health and
Family Services. Our toy drive will run from November 9th-December 4th. We will be accepting toys
and cash donations in the attendance office during this time. Students and Staff will be delivering
the toys on December 16th. Please consider giving to this wonderful cause. It is a powerful
experience that both the students at Gilpin Montessori and Arapahoe High School will remember for
years to come. If you have any questions, please call the attendance office at 303-347-6030.
AHS Choir and Orchestra Fans
Please be aware that the Holiday Concert and the Spring Concert will both be performed on two
consecutive evenings; the Holiday Concert on December 9 and 10, the Spring Concert on May 10 and
11. Tickets will be required for admission. The tickets are free for general seating. Please feel free to
contact Kelly Parmenter at 303-347-6070 or [email protected] with questions or concerns.
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AHS Business Department Each course in Business and Marketing Education prepares students to advance toward higher education as
well as acquire immediate job skills. Students learn how to become productive employees and gain the
academic and life skills to increase their earning potential while in high school and their future.
DECA DECA's competition season is well under
way! We recently competed at the CSU
Invitational in Fort Collins and Wolverine
Invitational in Douglas County. Next up is
the Vail Invitational and then our district
competition on Nov. 13th.
Congratulations to the following students who placed
at Wolverine Invitational:
1st Place
Henry Schaefer, Petra Sikorski, Sarah Shortall, Haleigh
Schultz
2nd Place
Jacob Reed, Tia Decolati, McKenzie Stahmer
3rd Place
Dillon Scala, Sarah Franklin, Ian Pastorius, Hallie Varto,
Allison Broussely, Diana Durnford, Abbie Naumann,
Ryan Tougaw
4th Place
Morgan Conn, Ally Meitler, Marissa Martinez
5th Place
Jordan Johnson, Mackenzie Jones
Top Test Score
Maiya Kondratieff
McKenzie Stahmer
Henry Schaefer
If you are interested in volunteering to judge at any of
our upcoming competitions, please contact Erin
Grantham at [email protected].
The 10th Annual DECA Dodgeball Tournament was
held on October 28, 2015. DECA students in Ms.
Krueger’s Sports Marketing class planned and hosted
the event.
The students chose a Halloween theme for the event.
Twenty teams participated in the tournament, each
team wore different costumes. Some of the teams
included Doctors, Police, Firefighters, Superheroes,
and Cavemen. Trey Dindinger and Anthony (TJ)
Weedor were the announcers for the event.
Congratulations to team Football, the 2015
DECAween Dodgeball Champion! Thanks to all the
teams that participated and all the fans that came to
support the event.
Future Business Leaders of America
FBLA has been busy with our community service
project. We partnered with Key Club to support Trick
-or-Treat Street. Members designed many rooms with
themes and games for the children to participate in.
It was a great success!
Competitions are just around the corner. You must
be a paid member and have signed up for an
event no later than November 11.
Upcoming Events:
November 4 - Organize hot chocolate community
service, Room E9 after school
November 9 - Competition write up due, 10 lettering
points, drop off to Business Department
November 11 - Competition information and
“Walking Taco” social, Room E9 after school
December 7 - Toys for Tots wrapping-Cafeteria, after
school
December 9 - All chapter meeting
December 15 - Hand out hot chocolate after finals,
meet in Cafeteria at noon.
National Business Honor
Society A special thanks goes out to Greg Grauberger of
the Daniels College of Business for giving a
presentation to National Business Honor Society in
October. We invite those students who have taken 3
business classes by next semester to apply for
membership.
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Arapahoe High School Journalism Information
Have you ordered your yearbook?
If you have not yet ordered a yearbook, it’s not too late. Now is the best time to order your
yearbook for only $67. The last date yearbook orders can be taken is Friday, November 20,
2015, before we place our order with the printing company.
When yearbooks are distributed at the end of the year, many students and parents regret
not ordering a copy. We do not have the budget nor the storage space to order a lot of
extra books on a speculative basis, so please order your yearbooks now so that we can
place an accurate order with the printer. We may not have any extra books in May. If we
do have any books, they will be sold for $80 on a first-come, first-served basis.
If cost is an issue, please contact the yearbook adviser, Greg Anderson, at
[email protected] or 303-347-6028 and we can work out a payment plan.
You may place orders and make payments with the AHS Bookkeeper, Melanie Cheney.
Contact her at [email protected] or 303-347-6018. You may order online with a credit
card at the https://littleton.revtrak.net website. There is an additional fee of $2.00 for credit
card orders. You can also mail a check payable to AHS to Melanie Cheney, Arapahoe
High School, 2201 E. Dry Creek Rd., Centennial, CO 80122.
October was a fun month of cheering at volleyball, soccer, and football games – what a season!!
October 24th and 30th marked the annual mini cheer fundraiser. It was a huge success with 122
minis and juniors participating at the football game half time on October 30th. Thank you to AHS
staff and teachers who help support this event and the entire community for letting us spend the
day and evening with your children!
Playoffs are approaching, and the Cheers are super excited to cheer everyone into victory!
October 31st was both JV and Varsity’s first cheer competition at the UCA Southern Regional in
Pueblo, CO. They demonstrated awesome performances and displayed Warrior pride!
Here is the schedule of upcoming competitions. The teams would love your support:
Nov. 11th – Centennial League Competition @ Eaglecrest High School
Nov. 14th – UCA Mile High Cheer Competition @ National Western Complex
Dec. 5th – Flip and Shout @ Denver Coliseum
Dec. 11-12th – State Competition @ Denver Coliseum
February 2016 Nationals TBD
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FINAL EXAMS
Final Exams will be given December 15-18, 2015. The last day of the first semester is
Friday, December 18, 2015. The final exam schedule is listed below.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Class Time
Period 1 MWF................................................................................. 7:21- 8:46
Period 1 T/R................................................................................... 8:56-10:21
Period 2 MWF............................................................................. 10:31-Noon
Study Time..................................................................................... 12:00-2:16
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Class Time
Period 2 T/R..................................................................................... 7:21- 8:46
Period 3 MWF................................................................................ 8:56-10:21
Period 3 T/R................................................................................. 10:31-Noon
Study Time..................................................................................... 12:00-2:16
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Class Time
Period 4 MWF................................................................................. 7:21- 8:46
Period 4 T/R................................................................................... 8:56-10:21
Period 5 MWF............................................................................. 10:31-Noon
Study Time..................................................................................... 12:00-2:16
Friday, December 18, 2015
Class Time
Period 5 T/R..................................................................................... 7:21- 8:46
Period 6 MWF................................................................................ 8:56-10:21
Period 6 T/R................................................................................. 10:31-Noon
Study Time..................................................................................... 12:00-2:16
Four and five hour classes (MTWRF, MWRF, MTWF) will schedule their final exams
during the MWF exam time and will not meet during the T/R exam time. Block
classes will schedule their final exams during the first period that the block class
meets and will not meet during the second period that the block class is scheduled.
Each final exam day, students have the opportunity to be involved in a full day of
instructional activity. Supervised study areas will be provided for those students not
engaged in exams. These areas will be open from 7:21 until 2:16 on each exam day.
Students will sign in at the study areas (Library, Cafeteria, Department Offices, the
Study Center and selected classrooms).
Kitchen closes at 11:30 a.m.
Buses will run on the regular schedule.
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School Accountability Committee
Next meeting date:
November 19, 2015
@ 3:30 p.m.
Main Office Conference Room
Alive @ 25 Class Free for AHS Students Monday, January 11, 2016
2:30pm-7:00pm (bring a snack)
At AHS in room W101
Register at http://aliveat25.us/
Alive at 25 is a highly interactive program that specifically targets young drivers between the ages
of 15 and 24 and encourages them to consistently practice safe and defensive driving habits.
Traffic crashes are the leading cause of teen fatalities, accounting for 44% of teen deaths in the
United States. The program utilizes workbook exercises, interactive media, group discussions,
role-playing, and lectures to help drivers develop the lifesaving defensive driving skills and strategies
which will keep them safer on the road. All young people, ages 15-24, in the community are eligible
to participate in Alive at 25. For further information on how to use this certificate to obtain a driver’s
permit, please click this link.
If you miss this class, check the school’s website for the next class available to Arapahoe students.
For questions, call Deputy James Englert at 303-347-6086.
The Coffee Break Deputy James Englert and Deputy James Mason
School Resource Officers, Arapahoe High School
WINTER DRIVING!!
It never fails—whenever it snows or the roads get icy, there is an increase in car crashes. Often the crashes
involve cars and fixed objects, such as fences. I know we’ve already had several weeks of winter driving,
but I thought I would remind everyone of some simple helpful hints to make driving easier and help you
avoid a crash.
Let’s Have A Great and Safe School Year! Please feel free to contact us at:
[email protected] and [email protected]
303-347-6086
Save the Date!
Arapahoe High School
Academic Letter Awards Night
Monday, November 16, 2015
6:00 p.m. held in our Arapahoe Theater
Always use your seatbelt.
Avoid driving fatigued.
Make certain your tires are properly inflated.
Keep your gas tank at least half full to avoid gas line freeze-up.
Do not use cruise control when driving on any slippery surface.
Always look and steer where you want to go.
Accelerate and decelerate slowly.
Following distance should be increased to 8 to 10 seconds.
Don’t stop on a hill.
Don’t power up hills. The extra speed on a snow covered
road will cause your tires to spin.
If you slide, turn the steering wheel into the slide, and don't
try to correct until you've stopped sliding.
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Arapahoe High Arapahoe High
SchoolSchool
Freshman ShowcaseFreshman Showcase
Class of 2020Class of 2020
December 2, 2015 6:00 P.M.— 8:00 P.M.
Sitting Eagle Gymnasium
Welcome from Principal, Mrs. Natalie Pramenko
Visit areas of academic or extra-curricular interests
Learn about exciting programs offered at AHS
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Open Enrollment Information
Arapahoe High School is accepting Open Enrollment Applications for the 2016-2017 school year
only, for students entering grades 9-12. An application form and other information may be picked
up in the Arapahoe Main Office, or by clicking here. Any questions may be directed to Mrs. Clark,
Secretary to the Principal, at 303-347-6023. The deadline for submitting an application for the 2016-2017 school year is January 31, 2016.
Reminder
To parents of students presently attending Arapahoe and living out-of-district
(outside of Littleton Public Schools):
Please look for your “Intent to Renew Enrollment Google Form” in your email in early December.
Please complete the Google Form by January 31, 2016. If you have questions, please contact
Mrs. Clark, Secretary to the Principal, at 303-347-6023. Thank you.
Friday, November 06, 2015 - End of Six Weeks
Wednesday, November 18, 2015 - PLC – Late Start Day
Monday, November 23-Friday, November 27, 2015 - Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, December 02, 2015 - PLC – Late Start Day
Wednesday, December 02, 2015 - Freshmen (Class of 2020) Showcase
Tuesday, December 15-Friday, December 18, 2015 - Final Examinations
Friday, December 18, 2015 - Semester Ends/Last Day for Students
Monday, December 21-Friday, January 01, 2016 - Winter Break
Monday, January 04, 2016 - In-Service – NO STUDENTS
Tuesday, January 05, 2016 - First Day Second Semester
Monday, January 18, 2016 - Martin L. King Day
Wednesday, January 27, 2016 - PLC – Late Start Day
Friday, February 12, 2016 - End of Six Weeks
Monday, February 15, 2016 - Presidents’ Day Holiday – NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, February 24, 2016 - PLC – Late Start Day
Thursday, March 03, 2016 - Parent/Teacher Conferences – Evening
Friday, March 04, 2016 - NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 - PLC – Late Start Day
Monday, March 21-Friday, March 25, 2016 - Spring Break
Friday, April 01, 2016 - End of Six Weeks
Monday, April 04, 2016 - Freshman (Class of 2020) Registration
Wednesday, April 27, 2016 - PLC – Late Start Day
Saturday, April 30, 2016 - Prom/After Prom
Friday, May 13, 2016 - Last Day for Seniors
Monday, May 16, 2016 - Final Examinations/Senior Awards Convocation
Tuesday, May 17 & Wednesday, May 18, 2016 - Final Examinations/Arena Scheduling
Thursday, May 19, 2016 - GRADUATION Class of 2016
Friday, May 20, 2016 - Final Examinations/Arena Scheduling/
Last Day of Semester
Monday, May 30, 2016 - Memorial Day
Littleton Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (which includes marital status), sexual orientation, religion, national origin,
ancestry, creed, age, disability, or need for special education services. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the
non-discrimination policies: Michael Jones, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources or Melissa Cooper, Director of Special Education and Student
Support Services; Littleton Public Schools; 5776 S. Crocker; Littleton, CO 80120;
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