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| Woodland Park School District Newsletter |
| Issue No. 2 |
September 5, 2008 |
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Greetings!
Welcome to the Woodland Park School District E-Newsletter...
Please feel free to give us your comments and suggestions to help us improve our communication efforts. We are all looking forward to another exciting year at Woodland Park Schools - Go Panthers!!
Guy Arseneau
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Middle School Extracurricular Activities are in Full Swing
Currently we have the following sports and clubs either starting next week or already going:
Cross Country (7/8th grade)
Volleyball (7/8th grade)
Football (7/8th grade)
Running Club (6th grade)
Student Council
Chess Club
Drama Club
Builder's Club
Book Clubs
Newspaper Club
Odyssey Choir
Jazz Band
Any Woodland Park Middle School student interested should see the office for information.
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GOLD PASSES FOR DISTRICT SENIOR CITIZENS ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Gold Passes providing free admission to Woodland Park School District Re-2 athletic, music and drama activities will be issued to district residents who are 60 years of age or older, according to Guy Arseneau, Superintendent of Schools.
"This is the district's way of expressing appreciation for the support these citizens have given the school system through the years," Arseneau said.
There is no charge for the passes and eligible persons may obtain them by calling the Office of the Superintendent, 686-2017, or by writing Guy Arseneau at P.O. Box 99, Woodland Park, Colorado 80866.
The Gold Passes will be honored at all events with the exception of District and League Tournaments and State sponsored activities.
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 Alternative Education Program on the Move!!
The Alternative Education Program participated in a Ropes Course at Blue Mountain Ranch on September 4th. A Ropes Course is a challenging outdoor personal development and team building program, which consists of high and low elements. The low elements portion of the course teaches group initiative, trust building and other activities designed to reduce inhibitions and break down barriers. The high elements are designed to teach self initiative, communication and risk perception, which are essential skills necessary for all adult decision making. The Alternative Education students from Woodland Park High School completed all elements on both the low and high courses, with courage, skill, trust and an undeniable spirit of support for one another.
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Gateway Volunteers Needed!!
We are looking for volunteers to help with our Annual Health Screening program.
Dates: Tuesday Sept.9 and Wednesday Sept. 10.
Times: Two shifts each day 9:00 to 11:30 am & 12:15 to 3:30pm.
Training will be provided.
If you can help for one or more shifts, please call or email our Volunteer Coordinator, Nancy Lecky or our School Nurse, Misty McMahan.
Nancy Lecky #686-0931 nancy.lecky@leckyconsulting.com
Misty McMahan #686-2043 mmcmahan@wpsdk12.org
Any support you can provide is greatly appreciated!
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Do you like to play chess?
Or
Would you like to learn?
Join us at Gateway Elementary every Monday from 3:50 to 4:30 p.m. in Mrs. Jackson's Room (Starting September 8).
All ages and abilities are welcome, but we ask that kindergartners and first graders bring an adult with them. Parents are encouraged to participate, too.
Questions? Call Cindy Cruse at 687-2848
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K-Kids Program at Columbine Elementary
Students are in for another fun-filled year in K-Kids. This year meetings will be held in Miss McWilliams' classroom after school from 3:50-5:00pm on the second Thursday of each month. Please make arrangements for transportation after the meeting. Please bring club dues of $6 for healthy snacks provided during the year and don't forget your K-Kids T-shirts!
K-Kids is a fantastic 'student-led' community-service club offered to Columbine students over 6 years of age. K-Kids is sponsored by the Woodland Park Kiwanis club. Now the largest service organization for elementary school students worldwide, K-Kids provides students with the opportunity to become leaders in their school/community while learning the importance of providing service to others. Students elect their own officers and help select our volunteer service projects. Join us for our first meeting to see just how much fun it can be helping others! For more information contact the club advisors:
Shannon McWilliams (at school 686-2300)
Spencer Miller (210-0498)
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Student Picture Day at Columbine....
Individual Student Picture Day is September 23, 2008. Payment envelopes will be sent home on September 19th. Please send the envelope and payment back with your student on picture day.
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Summit Elementary School's Eagle Logo Gets a Facelift
 The Summit Eagle has been the building's mascot since the building first opened its doors. During the first 15 years of operation the Eagle has undergone a variety of looks that have been used on school t-shirts, and last year Summit Elementary School's PTSO decided to pursue a new look for our mascot. At Summit, part of our school mission is to, "promote an appreciation for the arts," and it was agreed that one way we could do that was to ask our student body to submit artwork on what they envisioned as the next Summit Eagle.
After viewing numerous submissions, one student's artwork was selected as Summit Elementary School's next Eagle. On Friday, September 5th, 2008, Milena Barnes was recognized for her Eagle design and she was presented with the first printing of the Summit Elementary School t-shirt utilizing the new school mascot. Summit Elementary School's PTSO will be selling t-shirts with the new design throughout the 2008-2009 school year, beginning with the Annual Ice Cream Social on September 5th.
Congratulations Milena for the wonderful gift that you have provided the students, staff, and families of Summit through your picture of our Summit Eagle. This is just another great example in an outstanding tradition at Summit Elementary School of the creativity and effort that our students put toward everything they try. Way to go Milena!
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Welcome to our two new Administrators
Mr. Eric Owen, Principal Summit Elementary
Mr. Jim Bonavita Assistant, Principal Woodland Park High School
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ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS START UP AT WOODLAND PARK SCHOOLS
Greetings and welcome to the 2008-2009 school year. We are all looking forward to the upcoming school year and anticipate cheering on our students at athletic and activity events.
This school year, we have a record number of students taking part in our athletic and activities programs. Participation in extra-curricular activities plays an important role in a well-rounded education. We wish all of our students success in the upcoming season and look forward to many exciting games and activities.
Our District staff and students are proud of our Activities and Athletics programs and invite the entire community to come out and watch our fall line-up of football, cross country, girl's softball, boy's soccer, marching band, volleyball and golf. Our teams and their dedicated coaches have set a standard of excellence and continue to perform in an outstanding manner. Good luck to all of our teams!
Our staff and students appreciate the support and involvement of the community and parents in our school district and its varied programs. Please come and get involved in our schools.
High School athletics ... how exciting! Go Panthers!
2008-2009 Athletics & Activities Schedule
For a complete schedule click the link below:
Athletics & Activities Schedule
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