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Kodiak ROAR: Reminders, Opportunities, Achievements & Requests, 
a CSS e-communication newsletter
  Reminders  
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. These important documents and critical forms will be called The Dean's Packet!    

 

You can also stay connected to CSS over the summer, by tuning into the new website and following us on Facebook 

Dean's Packet
Please use this Dean's Packet as a road map to planning the 2015-2016 school year. Many of these important documents and forms require completion by a parent/guardian no later than Monday, August 3, 2015.   

Summer Reading Lists - Recommended and Required 

2015-2016 PreK - 12 Grade Summer Reading Lists (PDF) 

  

School Supply Lists, Gear Lists and Textbook Lists 
2015-2016 Children's School Supply List (PDF)
2015-2016 Middle School Supply List (PDF)
Calender of Major Dates 

Annual Physicals and Immunization Records 
*Annual physical forms and updated immunization records are due to Ann Runte by Monday, August 3, 2015.
*A current Annual Physical form must be on file in the infirmary prior to any athletic practice. 
*All medical information must be updated in RenWeb no later than Monday, August 3, 2015.

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 Ann Runte at (719) 475-9747 at or email her at arunte@css.org.
  

PREK STUDENTS Annual Physical Exam Form (PDF)

K-12 STUDENTS Annual Physical Exam Form (PDF)

(This form is good for 365 days from the date of the last physical and requires physician signature)

Colorado Immunization Card (PDF)  

Additional Medical Forms; as necessary
Update Your Contact Information in RenWeb 
Parents/Guardians, please log in to RenWeb to review and update your family's contact information by Monday. August 3, 2015. This will ensure your student is prepared to start the 2015-2016 school year.

Forgot, how to log-on? Click here for instructions to set-up your   RenWeb account and to log on. Visit the Web Forms tab to update your Family Demographics (ie. address, emergency contacts, medical information, insurance providers, phone numbers, ParentAlert notifications, grandparent contacts, etc.)

Download the RenWeb App

Did you know you can access the family contacts through RenWeb (myCSS)? Use your log-in and you can access phone numbers, email addresses and physical addresses. 

Are you always on the go and wish you had your directory with you? Consider purchasing the RenWeb app for $4.99 annually for your smartphone. Click here to learn more about all the benefits of the RenWeb app.

Transportation Request

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  2015-2016 Transportation Request (PDF). 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.

 

The following resources will be added to the Dean's Packet in July!
2015-2016 Student and Parent Handbooks
2015-2016 Lunch Pricing and Instructions to Fund Your Lunch Account
2015-2016 Registration for Extended Care (Kindergarten - 5th Grade)
2015 Middle School Seminar I Gear List
2015-2016 Upper School Permission to Drive/Ride with Students
2015-2016 New Hires Announced in a Head's Letter
2015-2016 Annual Fundraising Overview  
Register for Summer Camps  
Lego Camp
The first week of summer camp offerings are underway. 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. - 7:00 p.m. 
On the Quad at The Colorado Springs School



This summer the Parents Association will host the first-ever summer concert, Stars On the Quad, featuring the CSS Band and alumni musicians. Bring your picnic blankets to this free concert event on the lawn at The Colorado Springs School. Pack a picnic or delight in a purchase from a local popular food truck.  We look forward to seeing old friends and connecting with new families.   
  Achievements 
Achievements

Eagle Scout Project Focuses on Sundial Restoration
Gabe G., a rising 9th grade student at CSS, implemented the plans of his Eagle Scout project for Boy Scouts during the first weekend of summer break. The work included restoring the finish on the CSS sundial and repainting the hour lines. The sundial on campus was originally designed and erected through the ambitions of an Upper School ECS. The complexity of the restoration project included: organizing 240 manhours and involving 27 adult and 13 youth volunteers drawn from BSA & CSS to see the process through from idea to approval to funding to the final coat of paint, while trying to plan work and drying time around thunderstorms, sleet, snow and hail.

The project received strong support from Boy Scout Troop 1, CSS staff and student volunteers -- Matthew P., Meredith B., John N. and Miles G. -- as well as generous contributions from Thomas General Contractors, Sharon Knehans, Colleen and Brad Peterson, Arnold and Joyce Swanke, and Coral Knehans.    

 

Click here for more photos of the Eagle Scout project.  

 

2014-2015 Honor Roll

Drumroll...The honor roll for academics will be published next week! 

 

2014-2015 Sports Recap

 

Check out Athletic Director, Mr. Risk's 2014-2015 Athletics Wrap-up now on the website. Congrats to our athletes, coaches and fans on an incredible year!  

 

Click here to read the impressive recaps. 

Recaps of Ceremonies and Celebrations
Class of 2015 selfie 

In case you missed the special recaps of continuations, award ceremonies and the 50th Commencement Exercises, please reference the May 28, 2015 Edition of ROAR.  

 

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

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 College Matriculation  

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) 

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 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.
Table of Contents: In This Issue
Summer Communications
Dean's Packet
Register for Summer Camps
Summer Concert
Achievements
Recaps of Ceremonies and Celebrations
Summer Admission Tours and Exit Interviews
To submit content for future Kodiak ROAR communications, please email details to
Jessica James, Director of Communications, at jjames@css.org.