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Kodiak ROAR: Reminders, Opportunities, Achievements & Requests, 
a CSS e-communication newsletter
  Reminders  
Recaps of Ceremonies and Celebrations

Last week's rains could not dampen the spirits of our students as the school year was brought to a close. Celebrations and ceremonies highlighted individual and class achievements. For recaps of these events, please click on the links below.  

 

Graduation   

Class of 2015 selfie 

50th Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2015 (photo album)
Ms. Amy Johnson-Smith's Commencement Address  

 

Kristin Moore '15 Senior Farewell 

Kristin Moore '15 Senior Farewell
Presentation of Student Awards at Graduation
Presentation of Faculty/Staff Awards + 10 Year Chairs
Head of School's Charge to the Class of 2015

 

Class of 2015, Photo by Vaughan & Walker Photography 

Class of 2015 College Matriculation  

  

Garrett Davies '15 accepts Longevity Award 

 

More graduation photos featured by Vaughan & Walker Photography   

 

Award Ceremonies
Upper School Awards Ceremony  (photo album)
Middle School Awards Ceremony (photo album) 

 

Continuation Ceremonies
8th Grade Continuation (photo album)
5th Grade Continuation (photo album) 

New Website Launched  
As our students completed semester-long assignments and projects and final exams, so has our marketing and communications team. Welcome to the newly launched website at www.css.org!  The site is a result of our continued effort to better serve our current families and allow prospective families to fully explore the CSS experience. Every Kid. Every Class. Every Day.


To tour the new features of the site, click here. 
Summer Communications 

During the summer, monthly special editions of ROAR will be distributed in the first week of June, July, and August.  These summer editions of ROAR will be chocked-full of important messages --- such as summer reading lists, directions for completing medical paperwork, school supply lists, parent and student handbooks, volunteer opportunities, notices regarding the lunch program and bus stops, and we will highlight beginning-of-the-year events, to prepare you for a successful 2015-2016 school year.   

 

Several of these items are already outlined below in the "Requests" section of ROAR.  

 

You can also stay connected to CSS over the summer, by following us on Facebook!

Register for Summer Camps
Check out all the wonderful summer camp offerings hosted at The Colorado Springs School this year. Don't delay in registering!
  Opportunities 
Summer Concert: Stars on the Quad 
Saturday, July 18, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 7 p.m. 
On the Quad at The Colorado Springs School

Bring your picnic blankets to our free concert event on the lawn at The Colorado Springs School. Come hear some of our student and alumni musicians. Bring a picnic or food for purchase from a local popular food truck.  We look forward to seeing old friends and connecting with new families.  
  Achievements 
Achievements
Upper School Awards Ceremony

Last Friday night, Upper School students and their families gathered in the Louisa Performing Arts Center to enjoy the accolades of Awards Night.

Click here for a complete listing of Upper School awards.

Middle School Awards Ceremony

Tuesday afternoon, the CSS community and families gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of Middle School students. Faculty shared their anecdotes and experiences as their mentors through their Middle School careers, and touched upon each student's impact in the classroom, their commitment to excellence, and their personal integrity. Congratulations on finishing this year of Middle School.

Click here for a complete listing of Middle School awards

Children's School Art Award

The Children's School art award was presented during the 5th grade continuation ceremony. The highlighted piece was created by third grader, Connor G. 

Colorado Expeditions  

Last week, the Children's School presented the Colorado Expedition slideshow to highlight the broad array of learning experiences that happened through these culminating trips.

Diary of a CSS Senior
Throughout the year our school instagram account has been fueled by two seniors under the auspice of the #diaryofaCSSsenior. Thank you for sharing your photos and student-eye with us this year. The Communications is now accepting applications from the Class of 2016 for the 2015-2016 Diary of a CSS Senior. Please let Mrs. James know if you are interested.

"For our last post, we would like to thank our friends, family, teachers and everyone else who has supported throughout our high school careers. As we journey into college and the rest of our lives, we will never forget the lessons we learned at CSS. Thank you CSS for everything.
Your #diaryofaCSSseniors,

Becka J. and Sarah N. '15"
Submit Achievements and Photos  
Parents and teachers are encouraged to submit nominations and digital photos of student achievements to Jessica James, Director of Communications, at jjames@css.org. These extracurricular achievements make us a well-rounded school and highlight the many unique talents and passions of our student body.  Each week, a diverse selection of achievements is highlighted in ROAR.
  Requests
Summer Reading Lists and Textbook Lists  

Summer Reading Lists - Recommended and Required

2015-2016 PreK - 12 Grade Summer Reading Lists 

 

School Supply Lists, Gear Lists and Textbook Lists
2015 School supply and gear lists coming soon!
Summer Admission Tours and Exit Interviews 

Summer Admission Tours

The Admission Office has been busy touring prospective families around campus. Do you know of a family who would like to learn more about sending his/her students to CSS?  Please ask your friends to contact Faith Madsen, Admission Assistant at (719) 434-3520 in the Admission Office to register for a Tuesday morning, 8:30 a.m. tour.

 

Testimonials from parents of Class of 2015 grads

As parents of seniors prepare to send students off to college, please consider sharing your thoughts and comments about your time at CSS with Lisa KK, Director of Admission at (719) 434-3500. Lisa will be reaching out to your grads as well.

Update Your Contact Information 
myCSS
Look for this icon on the website to access RenWeb (myCSS) 
Parents/Guardians, please feel free to log in at anytime to RenWeb (myCSS) to update your family's contact information. This will ensure you receive timely updates and important news.

Forgot, how to log-on? Click here for an overview of RenWeb and step-by-step instructions for logging on. Visit the Web Forms tab to update your Family Demographics (ie. address, phone numbers, ParentAlert notifications). 
Required Annual Physicals and Immunization Records
Physicals are required state-wide every year for all students, and because appointments for physicals fill up quickly during the months of June, July and August, it is strongly suggested you call your doctor now to make this appointment. If you are not sure when your child's physical expires, please call 434-3540 or email Ann Runte at arunte@css.org. Downloadable forms for Annual Physicals, Immunizations, Severe Allergy and Asthma Care can be accessed on the website.

Additionally, please use RenWeb to update any new emergency contact information, change in healthcare providers or new health information.  
Calendar Announcing 2015-2016 Major Dates Calendar

We are pleased to announce the major dates for the 2015-2016 and the
many dynamic learning opportunities of the year ahead.   
 
(In the coming weeks, these dates will also be added into the Google calendar integrated with the new website. Throughout the year, we may need to make adjustments to the Major Dates calendar and will announce changes accordingly) 
2015-2016 Transportation Requests
Gil Vasquez the Facilities Director will be setting bus routes and the pick-up and drop-off locations for the up-coming school year. Please give us your input to help tentatively set prospective bus stop locations.

If you are interested in having your child transported on a daily basis to and or from The Colorado Springs School next year, please fill out the transportation request form that is available on the CSS website. If there is a bus stop location you are interested in but is currently not listed, annotate it on the form or by contacting Gil Vasquez, the Facilities Director at (719) 649-8075, or by email at gvasquez@css.org.  

 

In order to add additional pick-up and drop-off points there must be a minimum ridership at each location.
Table of Contents: In This Issue
Recaps of Ceremonies and Celebrations
New Website Launched
Summer Communications
Register for Summer Camps
Summer Concert
Achievements
Summer Reading Lists and Textbook LIsts
Summer Admission Tours and Exit Interviews
Update Your Contact Information
Physicals and Immunization Records
2015-2016 Major Dates Calendar
2015-2016 Transportation Requests
To submit content for future Kodiak ROAR communications, please email details to
Jessica James, Director of Communications, at jjames@css.org.