EHS WEEKLY MESSENGER
October 24th, 2021
NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
We continue to offer disposable masks at all school entrances for use by students, visitors and staff. However, it is preferred that most of us wear our own masks upon entry to the school. As you can imagine, the cost of providing disposable masks to all who are entering the building each day adds up! This is a school expense that we will be able to control, if students, visitors and staff provide their own masks.
Please consider encouraging your child to choose a comfortable reusable mask that they may wear to school each day. Thank You!
Performing Arts
Our Performing Arts department is SO excited to get back into LIVE performances and have a couple of upcoming events that they would love to see you at!
THIS Friday, Oct 29th @ 7pm welcome back live Improv Comedy! Tickets will be $5 at the door! One night only!
Also, don’t miss the classic tale of Scrooge, ghosts and holiday redemption! Come to one of our Fall Play performances on November 18,19 and 20th @ 7pm and a special Saturday matinee at 1 pm. Link to ticket sales coming soon!
Peru Trip 2023
Science teacher, Tyler Houston, is excited to announce an international travel adventure for our EHS students which will take place during the summer of 2023: Peru: Land of the Inca! (including Machu Picchu & the Amazon rainforest)
We are hosting an online meeting so families can learn more from the comfort of their homes. Please use the link at the bottom of this email to register for the meeting, even if you can’t make it (I'll send info your way after the meeting). Thank you! For security reasons, you must register for the meeting in order to receive the online meeting link.
Why this opportunity now?
Something for students to look forward to
A chance for students to reconnect to a world that feels distant and remote right now
Access to a $200 enrollment scholarship & Risk-Free Enrollment (we’ll talk more about these at the meeting)
Spread payments over a longer period of time, making the opportunity much more affordable
Allow students to step out of their comfort zones, grow their social skills, make connections to their studies, bridge cultural gaps, and take part in an experience that will set them apart when applying to college and their future careers
There has been a ton of interest among the students, but unfortunately, we can only offer a limited number of spots. These spots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and have traditionally filled up quickly. We’ve been talking about this experience with students if you would like to ask your child for more details, as well.
Meeting Details & Registration (must register “Yes” to receive meeting link): bit.ly/3Dm120a
Athletic Secretary Job
Would you like to be part of our amazing staff here at Evergreen High School? We are looking for a new Athletic Secretary! Mrs. Krupka has taken a new opportunity and will be transitioning out of EHS, so we are looking for a new team member in our Athletics department. Congratulations Mrs. Krupka!
All applicants should apply on the Jeffco Jobs Board. Email Mrs. Allen with any questions at carly.allen@jeffco.k12.co.us
Outdoor Lab Interns
Outdoor Lab is looking for Interns for the 2nd semester 2022 (January-May). The process is described on the Lab website HERE.
Some highlights:
· Room and board provided during the work week
· Get to be outside in our beautiful Colorado forests
· $1,000.00 stipend
· Practical experience in teamwork, leadership and communication
Interviews will be done on a rolling basis and taking place primarily in November so interested students should be encouraged to apply now.
Seniors: Bootstraps Scholarships
The 2022 Bootstraps Application will be available November 1st! Please see the poster for more details!!
Sources of Strength Homeroom Activity
Who is your Trusted Adult at EHS? Why?
Warren Tech
WT TOUR AND VISIT OPPORTUNITIES
Potential students & families have the option to attend a monthly Information/Tour Night at the noted Warren Tech campus.
· All Information/Tour Nights are held from 5:00p.m. - 6:00p.m. No registration is required. Just show up!
· The evening includes a tour and a presentation on Warren Tech. Questions can be answered about all 37 programs.
2022-23 WT APPLICATION
· Opening December 7th! Mark your calendars
· We are excited to now align our application opening with all other Jeffco schools
· This move is meant to help streamline enrollment decision-making and logistics for families and students
· We’re excited to share more in November about the application platform
Senior College and Post-Secondary Workshop
Seniors-
Your EHS Counselors are available every FRIDAY through Nov. 12th for walk-in help with future planning. This includes, but is not limited to, college applications, scholarships, essays brainstorming and researching options. Come join us in the counseling hall anytime between 7:30-2:30!
Supports
Jeffco Parent/Caregiver Seminar Speaker Series
Alcohol, Marijuana and the Teen Brain
October 19, 2021
10:00am - 11:30am & 5:30pm - 7:00pm Register Here
What science tells us actually works for preventing addiction and other harms. Find out how we, as community members, parents and guardians, can use positive youth development practices to prevent our young people from being hurt by use of alcohol and marijuana.
Main Takeaways:
The reality of teen marijuana and alcohol use
How and why the teenage brain is effected by substance use
Get a good look at the devices teens are using
How to effectively prevent substance use, without being uptight, no fun or overly negative with our children
Expert Speaker: Pamela Gould (Jefferson County Communities that Care)
Movement and Mental Health
October 29, 2021
10:00am - 11:30am Register Here
Kids don't have to athletes to benefit from physical activity. Whether you have a competitive high school athlete or a young couch potato, this session gives practical tools to promote a desire for lifelong activity in your kids.
Main Takeaways:
Recommended physical activity levels (by age) vs. reality
How Covid impacted physical activity and trends experts are predicting
The connection between physical health and mental health
Tools to help your child to engage in physical activity (especially for those not active in organized sports)
Local resources to help kids access the sport or activity they want to do
Injury Prevention tips
Expert Speaker: Alex Altenburger (Sports Physical Therapist, Children's Hospital Colorado)
National Honor Society Tutors
Need additional support in a subject? Check out our "Academic Supports" section of the EHS website for an updated list of NHS tutors:
https://sites.google.com/jeffcoschools.us/ehs-counseling/academic-resources
JOIN THE TEAM
Invest in EHS Day
On behalf of the Evergreen High School Education Foundation, we want to thank you all for your generous donations. Together we raised $64,000 for our kids! We couldn't have done it without you.
Look for Mimio Touchscreens in every single EHS classroom sometime soon!
Athletics and Activities
Boys Soccer Mtn. Bowl Win!
This Week's Varsity Events
WINTER ATHLETIC REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! (for more info, see below)
This week’s Varsity events:
Tuesday - Volleyball will be hosting Alameda International at HOME - Varsity game to start at 6:30pm
Thursday - come to our our last HOME Football game this Thursday - not Friday (7pm versus Littleton)
Saturday - XC STATE and HOME Volleyball tourney at 10am ‘Sko Cougs!
(See this rSchool calendar link for all EHS scheduled games and MaxPreps for results)
To speed up entry into the games:
Be sure to bring your Athletic Passes or bring exact change if paying the $4/$6 entry fee
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.
Boys Tennis
State Competition
FALL SPORTS - results, highlights, photos, updates and news:
XC - BOYS & GIRLS (results here) - Regionals were hosted by Evergreen this year with the races held on Friday at Evergreen Memorial Park in Marshdale. Looking forward to some photos and results in next week’s messenger.
FOOTBALL (results here) - On 10/15 the Evergreen Cougars varsity football team lost their conference game to Green Mountain with the score of 16-31.
GYMNASTICS (results here) - EHS Gymnastics competed at Junior Varsity Leagues on October 19th. Bella Palaia took 1st in the all-around competition and 3rd on bars and Betsy Bogdan placed 6th on vault. Varsity Leagues took place on Friday, October 22nd at Green Mountain High School.
MOUNTAIN BIKING (results here) - The Evergreen High School Mountain Bike Team raced at the State Championship Race in Durango on Friday.
SOCCER - BOYS (results here) -On 10/18, the Evergreen boys varsity soccer team tied their away conference game against Golden with the score of 1-1. On 10/21, our Cougar team won the MOUNTAIN BOWL game against the Conifer Lobos with the score of 4-0. Remember to follow the team on Instagram @ehs.co.boyssoccer.
SOFTBALL (results here) - Congrats on a great season!
The Evergreen Girls softball varsity girls team finished out their season. They ended with a 11-12 record and went 4-4 for league games. They ended in 6th overall for 4A Jeffco Softball.
Congratulations to the following EHS students who competed at STATE last week:
Senior Zach Short, Freshman Shepherd Maren, Junior Jake Lewis, and Senior Joe Cuntz
State results:
Jake Lewis won in the first round and lost his second round match as the #1 Singles.
Joe Cuntz took 4th place in the #2 Singles competition. He won his first and second rounds and lost in the Semi-finals. He then went on to “playbacks” which ended due to injury, finishing in 4th place.
Zach Short and Shepherd Maren won their first match and lost in the second round.
As a team, EHS finished 10th. Great Season, boys!
(CHSAA State Results linked here)
VOLLEYBALL (results here) -On 10/21, the Evergreen varsity volleyball team won their away conference match against Stanley Lake by a score of 3-0. Good luck Monday and Saturday!
FIELD HOCKEY - Jeffco Field Hockey made it to the State Championship Tournament for the first time!
Seeded 11th, they were scheduled to play on Saturday morning.
Weekly Covid Testing 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.
(Jeffco testing and procedure info linked here)
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.
WINTER SPORTS - begin 11/15/2021
WINTER ATHLETIC REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
In order to receive the required Clearance for Athletics your will need:
- Jeffco Student ID #
- Sports Physical or signed "Statement by Physician" (for Athletic & Spirit Registration only)
- Covid vaccination card on file or consent to provide results of weekly covid testing
- Full-time courseload (2.5 units required)
- For full participation there must be No Fs from previous semester
AR linked above.
Click here to report Covid vaccination status.
Complete this consent form if weekly testing is required.
GIRLS SWIM and DIVE TEAM - Team and Parent meeting in the EHS Library @ 2:45pm on Thursday 10/28. Covid testing should have been completed during the week of 10/18-10/23.
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
POMS Fundraiser: October 28th
Beau Jo's will donate 20% of the pre-tax sale!
Simply bring the linked flyer in when you make any food, gift card, or to-go purchase at the following Beau Jo's location: Downton Evergreen 303.670.2744
Deadline to Register 10/24 www.warriorsoccertour.com
3V3 Soccer Spookout!
The Annual 3v3 SOCCER SPOOKOUT! is happening once again in Evergreen, CO at Marshdale Fields. We'd like to invite EVERGREEN HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS and all students, for that matter, to come on out! The EHS Boys and Girls Soccer Programs have always supported this event through players entering teams and refereeing too.
Per tradition, we will be collecting gear and equipment donations from participants and spectators alike.
Order Now!
The Evergreen High School Boys and Girls Basketball Programs are pleased to announce that the 2021-22 Evergreen Basketball Team Store once again officially online and open for orders to be placed. This store gives you an opportunity to get some great, high quality Evergreen Cougar Nike Apparel while supporting both programs here at the high school. A portion of the cost of each item purchased will go back to Evergreen Basketball.
The current round of ordering will take place from now until October 31 with delivery expected in approximately 4-5 weeks. We are reopening the store a little bit earlier than previously expected in order to try to get gear in closer to the start of the season.
See Coach Farmwald or Coach Hornecker if you have questions. Thanks for your support of Evergreen Basketball and Go Cougars!
GO COUGS!
Food As Fuel Lab
What is the best meal to eat before participating in an energy intensive activity?
Students tested the foods in each meal for the presence of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids.
Macromolecules
