EHS WEEKLY MESSENGER
November 14th, 2021
NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
Coffee with the Principal - Postponed
First, thanks to all who signed up to join me for a cup of coffee next week. Unfortunately I have tested positive for COVID and will be out of the building on Monday, 11/15. Mrs. Allen has added an additional date after Thanksgiving Break. If you signed up for Monday’s session, please reach out to Mrs. Allen to indicate interest in signing up for the rescheduled session….
RSVP here for one of 20 spots available on the following dates:
Monday, November 15th has been CANCELLED
Friday, December 3rd
Monday, December 6th
Brandon Brekke
Masks - Reminder for Students to Bring Masks From Home
Please encourage your student(s) to bring their own mask from home if at all possible. This will help cut down on cost and waste, and typically students are able to find and bring masks that are more comfortable than the disposable masks we have on hand. Thank you for your support!
Fall Play
You and your family are cordially invited to EHS Theatre’s performances of A Christmas Carol
Shows are this
Thursday 11/18
Friday 11/19 at 7pm and
Saturday 11/20 at 1pm and 7pm!!
Join us for a spirit-filled holiday treat for the whole family! Experience Charles Dickens' beloved Yuletide story of transformation and redemption. Enjoy A Christmas Carol 's heartwarming message while supporting our Evergreen High School performing arts students in their first in person live audience performance since March 2020!
Purchase tickets and choose your seat at: evergreenhstheatre.ticketleap.com
Study Hall Paraprofessional Needed
Looking for an opportunity to work at EHS with a great team and amazing student body? We are in need of a Study Hall paraprofessional. This position is all about forming positive relationships with students, motivating and mentoring them, and assisting with organizational and/or academic needs as needed during Study Hall. If interested in learning more about this position, reach out to Principal Brekke at Brandon.brekke@jeffco.k12.co.us.
Apply NOW on the Jeffco Jobs Board!
Stock Market Challenge: First Place Team!
Stock Market Challenge
Earlier this month, approximately 90 students from Evergreen High School competed in the Stock Market Challenge, organized by Junior Achievement.
The fast-paced trading simulation took place on the Denver University campus, and Evergreen continued its recent run of success by taking both first and second place. Key stock picks included "Wesla" - an electric vehicle company - and "Lift X" - a business focused on space exploration.
Congratulations to the winning teams!
First Place: Asher McWilliams, Callan Lakings, Colin Gohman, Ethan Foreman, Carson King and Gabe Bittner
Second Place: Tyler tatman, Maddy Billups, Zandon Portillo, Lucas Fesenmeyer, Cami Haluza, Iain Cormier, Parker Kuykendall, and Lorenzo Toriello
Spring Musical Auditions
Auditions for our Spring Musical, Once Upon A Mattress, will be held in the auditorium on December 14, 15, and 16. Tuesday, December 14 will be dance auditions - no need to prepare anything, just come in athletic clothes ready to dance (sneakers are fine!). Wednesday, December 15 will be song and monologue auditions. Students should prepare about 60 seconds of an upbeat/comedic Musical Theatre song and a 45-60 second comedic monologue similar to the style of the show. Both of these selections will be performed for the audition committee. Thursday, December 16 is Callbacks - students will be called back if the committee feels we need to see more in order to make casting decisions.
The cast list will be released by Saturday, December 18th at 5pm.
We are also looking for people to help with tech! If you're interested in building the set, helping with costumes/makeup, doing lighting or sound for the show, and more, please feel free to join us!
We will have an informational meeting for all who are cast and all interested pit musicians (orchestra) and techies on Monday, December 20th during Access. Please plan to attend that meeting with any questions about the show. Reach out to Ms. Garza if you have any questions about auditions or anything to do with the musical!
Warren Tech
The Warren Tech application opens December 13th! Mark your calendars. This is a new date.
January 27th, 2022 | 5:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. | All Warren Tech Campuses
The Open House is the #1 way to experience Warren Tech as a potential student and we highly recommend it! NOTE: This is a self-guided experience, but there are informational presentations throughout the evening.
Jeffco Virtual Academy
Winter Application Process
If you're interested in taking a class at Jeffco Virtual Academy (JVA), please mark your calendars for this Wednesday, November 17 at 8 am. Winter enrollment at JVA opens. If you are currently a student at JVA, you don't need to apply. Just talk to your JVA counselor about classes for next semester.
If you are NOT currently enrolled with them, you must apply. https://jeffcovirtual.jeffcopublicschools.org/enrollment
FREE Concurrent Enrollment Classes
Jeffco received a grant to pay for remote synchronous concurrent enrollment classes next semester. This is a great way for your students to get free college credits through concurrent enrollment classes not offered at EHS. There is no expense to the school or students. Books and materials are covered by the grant. The list of offered classes is below. If your student is interested, please have them reach out to their EHS counselor ASAP. Classes will fill up.
Classes:
ENG 121 (English Comp I) 2 sections
MAT 120 (Math for Liberal Studies)
ECO 201 (Principles of Macroeconomics)
SOC 101 (Intro to Sociology)
PSY 101 (General Psychology I)- Almost full
HIS 121 (US History to Reconstruction)
Seniors: Class of 2022
Many Senior deadlines start to come into play this time of year. Make sure that your family is checking the Senior Countdown Calendar on our Website freuqently as we come into the second half of the year. Links with detailed information can be found within.
Upcoming Deadlines:
Senior Pictures Due to Yearbook - November 29th
Senior Tribute Ads Due to Yearbook - November 30th
Senior Quotes Deadline - December 17th
Important Naviance Information!
Before colleges can download your official EHS documents (transcript, letter[s] of recommendation, school profile), you need to indicate in Naviance that you have submitted your application.
Please do not do this before you've submitted your application, or the college may receive your documents ahead of your application and have nothing to which to attach them. You can do this the morning you anticipate submitting your application (e.g., Monday 11/15) so that Mrs. Anderson can start sending out your documents in time for the deadline that night.
This link is a video that shows you how to do this, as well as other important tips about requesting transcripts and changing application deadlines:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZC9vazISXeo1MyUca0kaImmy4Fzj63Y5/view?usp=sharing
Red Rocks Visit
Sarah Eastburn, an admissions representative from Red Rocks Community College, is going to be present in the Library Collaboraquarium on 11/18 from 7:30 - 11:30 am to speak with students. If you would like a pass to visit with Ms. Eastburn, please register for a visit in Naviance under "What's New." Indicate what time you would like to visit with RRCC during that the morning.
Jeffco Scholarship Presentation
Jeffco Scholarship Presentation for Families led by Colorado School of Mines
December 14, 2021
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Graduation Requirements
Last week, counselors went into all of the Homeroom Classes to discuss graduation requirements, which include the completion of 23 credit hours and knowledge demonstration.
For updated graduation requirements, please visit this site: https://www.jeffcopublicschools.org/academics/graduation_requirements
Seniors: Bootstraps Scholarships
The 2022 Bootstraps Application will be available November 1st! Please see the poster for more details!!
Student and Family Supports
ASSET Free Wellness Sessions
A message from ASSET Education:
In the words of our dear friend and Program Advisory Board Member, Brittany Simone, we believe “well-being is our birthright.” As an organization, we’re committed to creating free spaces where educators can explore a variety of modalities to support their well-being. We’ve curated a variety of wellness leaders to help us explore well-being through different practices and modalities.
We have three remaining sessions of the year, and they are must-try experiences. RSVP using the links below to receive a calendar invite and Zoom link:
November 15th at 5pm MT: Practicing Self-Compassion with Mindfulness led by Kate Sheehan. Click here to confirm your spot.
December 6th at 5pm MT: Cultivating Calm with Meditation led by Kevin Courtney. Click here to confirm your spot.
December 13th at 5pm MT: Finding Ease with Restorative Yoga & Breathwork led by Brittany Simone Anderson. Click here to confirm your spot.
If you would like to learn more about these opportunities please contact Aimee Leifer, Prevention Specialist, aimee.leifer@jeffco.k12.co.us
I Matter Program
The Colorado Office of Behavioral Health and their partners are proud to launch I Matter, a program that provides up to three free counseling sessions for Colorado youth.
Jeffco Public schools has provided a QPR staff training to all Jeffco employees as well.
School Supports
PTSA HAPPY HOUR! Join us at Cactus Jacks at 6:00 pm, immediately following our November Meeting, for a PTSA Member Happy Hour! Cactus Jacks has teamed up with PTSA to provide appetizers (and, of course you can order dinner and drinks if you like too). Come out, meet some fellow families, and have a snack on us! The happy hour is limited to PTSA members, so if you're not already a member, plese join at https://ehsptsa.nationbuilder.com/parent_membership. Your membership dues go to helping support all of our PTSA programs throughout the year. And a big thanks to Cactus Jacks for hosting our meeting and the happy hour!
BOOTSRAPS DONATIONS: Each year, PTSA sponsors a scholarship for one eligible EHS senior. These scholarships are fully funded by you, our community, through the Bootstraps Scholarship Foundation. If you would like to help, please donate at https://ehsptsa.nationbuilder.com/bootstraps.
STUDENT MEMBERSHIPS: Students, you can join and be a part of PTSA! For only $10, you can become a member of EHS PTSA. We are doing a raffle for local restaurant gift cards, and every student who joins before the end of the semester is eligible to win! Just go to https://ehsptsa.nationbuilder.com/student_membership to join.
PTSA is starting our EHS holiday staff appreciation sign-up. Please sign-up to bring an item if you are able. SIGN-UP GENIUS
EHS Education Foundation Update!
We are thrilled to share the news that thanks to your generous donations, we have been able to complete our Mimio Initiative! With the latest order placed, 100% of the classrooms at EHS will be outfitted with top-of-the line Mimio technology, which will directly affect every single student at Evergreen High. We are proud to be the only school in the region that can make such a claim. Thank you for helping us aspire to greatness.
Athletics and Activities
Mtn. Bowl Victory!
This Week's Varsity Events
WINTER Athletes - tryouts and first practices are tomorrow - Monday, November 15th.
ATHLETIC REGISTRATION clearance is required.
Check with your coach for clearance status and practice info.
This week’s notable events:
M-F - Unvaccinated athletes be sure to get your Covid testing this week, so you are ready for next week’s practices, meetings, banquets, etc. Testing available at EHS every weekday. See below for more info.
FALL SPORTS - results, highlights, photos, updates and news:
FOOTBALL (results here) - Congratulations Cougars on the big W vs Conifer last week. for the MOUNTAIN BOWL to cheer on our Cougar team in their final regular season game this past Friday. Regionals --- here we come!
GYMNASTICS (results here) - EHS Varsity Gymnastics took 6th place at State on Friday, November 5th with a team score of 171.8.
Sydney Burns placed 15th, Charlotte Baysinger 20th and Julia Swanke 24th in the all-around competition.
Top 25 finishers for varsity included:
Bars - Sydney Burns (3rd), Emma Board (12th), Julia Swanke (24th)
Vault - Charlotte Baysinger (10th) Sydney Burns (12th)
Beam - Arden Burns (19th), Carsen Burns (25th)
Floor - Charlotte Baysinger (11th), Sydney Burns (17th)
Following are the results for those team members who qualified for individual event finals on Saturday:
Bars - Sydney Burns (3rd), Emma Board (9th)
Vault - Sydney Burns (10th), Charlotte Baysinger (12th)
Floor - Charlotte Baysinger (15th), Sydney Burns (16th)
WINTER SPORTS officially begin on Monday 11/15/2021 - clearance is required in order to practice starting on 11/15. Please submit the registration by tomorrow so there is time for it to be processed and the clearance sent.
See the links below for our Winter Sports Team Websites and Coach contact info:
Hal Farmwald
Maddy Hornecker
Broc Thompson
Holly Boggs
Mike Savoie
Lisa Morrow
Brett Brinkhoff
Luke Burrier
GIRLS SWIM and DIVE TEAM message - If you missed the team meeting, stop by the Athletics Office to pick up an info sheet.
State Gymnastics!
WINTER ATHLETIC REGISTRATION requirements:
- Jeffco Student ID #
- Complete the AR
- Sports Physical or signed "Statement by Physician"
- Covid vaccination card on file or consent to provide results of weekly covid testing (since testing must be done one week before participation, be sure to test this week by Friday the 12th for clearance for the week of the 15th)
ALL students should report Covid vaccination status and if weekly testing is required, complete this consent form. (Off-site Testing Results must be uploaded HERE)
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Info on the Weekly Covid Testing - it is required for students who participate in EHS athletics and activities who do not have a vaccination card on file.
ALL students involved in these school-based extracurricular activities and athletics (vaccinated and unvaccinated) are asked to declare their vaccination status. If you have not already done so, please complete this Google form (or in person with our Athletic Secretary). A vax card or weekly tests must be submitted prior to attending any team events - including banquets, meetings & practices.
For those who require Covid testing ---
This digital Parent consent form must be completed prior to initial testing @ EHS
Testing is available at EHS Mon/Wed/Fri (2pm to 5:30pm) and Tues/Thurs (9:00am to 2:30pm) in room G412.
A test must be administered EVERY WEEK. Test should be completed by Friday at 6pm in order to participate in practice or competition the NEXT week (Mon - Sat)
Home tests are not accepted
Tests administered by an off-site Healthcare Provider are accepted. Off-site Testing Results must be uploaded HERE.
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Parents, students, coaches -we invite you to send highlights and photos from our EHS Varsity events and we will try to get all your “shout-outs” posted in future Messengers, on EHS social Media or on our “Cougars in the News” wall.
Congratulations POMS!
Jeffco League 4A #1
STUDENT PASSES:
2021-22 Activity Stickers
If you purchased a pass for your student and they have not picked it up, then they will need to pay $4 to enter the games.
Please check if they have the 2021-22 sticker on their student ID. If not, send them to the Athletics office to pick it up.
Passes can still be purchased on Jeffco Connect for $60.
ADULT PASSES:
Adult Admission Ticket booklets:
Booklets of 10 tickets are sold for $55 in the EHS Financial office. These tickets save you 50c per game, save you time at the gate, can be used at all Jeffco stadiums, can be shared with others and do not expire. Stop by this week to get your booklet!
Honorary Lifetime Athletics Pass
This pass is FREE to Jeffco residents age 55 and over & good for entry to all regular Jeffco athletic events and activities.
Complete the application and drop it at the EHS Athletics desk. Passes may take one week to process.
EHS In Action!
Mr. Mott
AP US History
Turning Point Battles
Thanksgiving Break: November 22nd - 26th