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Aurora Public Schools Community Meetings
Aurora Public Schools continues to experience enrollment growth, especially at our elementary and P-8 schools. Based on projected enrollment growth over the next four years, APS is anticipating facility challenges due to overcrowded schools. As a result, the district has considered several options to address enrollment growth, with a focus on schools near the E-470 corridor.
Join us for a community meeting to learn about the school capacity proposal we are recommending to address enrollment growth challenges. You may attend either of the community meetings listed below.
Monday, Nov. 25
5:30 - 7 p.m.
Vista PEAK Preparatory, Auditorium
24500 E. 6th Ave.
Aurora, CO 80018
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Prep Student in Macy's Parade
We are so proud to announce that are very own Kristin Noll will be marching in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Kristin will be performing with the Great American High School Band. Congratulations Kristin!
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Cap & Gown Information
Herff Jones will be back on December 9 during lunches to collect orders and payments. If you have any questions about ordering you can call Herff Jones at 970-663-2668. You can also place your orders online. The graduation gowns are being custom made for Vista PEAK Preparatory. Our class of 2014 will be the very first ones to ever wear these gowns. All gowns will be rented from Herff Jones. Cap and gown rentals are $40 and the students will keep the caps and tassels. |
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Finals Schedule
As we come to the end or our 1st semester classes will be holding finals the last 2 days of school before winter break. It is imperative that students attend their finals at the given times. Please note these 2 days will be considered half days and lunch will not be served. Buses will make their normal stops in the mornings and drop off earlier in the afternoons. Please see full finals schedule below.
Wednesday Dec. 18th
7:25-8:35 - Period 2 Final 8:45- 9:55 - Period 4 Final 10:05-11:15 - Period 6 Final All Students Dismissed at 11:15
Thursday, Dec. 19th 7:25-8:35 - Period 1 Final
8:45- 9:55 - Period 3 Final
10:05-11:15 - Period 5 Final
11:25-12:35 - Period 7 Final
All Students Dismissed at 12:35
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Yearbook
TIME IS RUNNING OUT! Purchase your yearbook today for $35.00 to guarantee that you receive one at the end of the year! After December 19, the price will go up and it will be first come-first served with our remaining stock of yearbooks. Reserve yours now and keep a piece of Vista Peak history forever.
ATTENTION PARENT/GUARDIANS OF SENIORS: The deadline for submitting senior pictures, senior quotes, and purchasing custom space has been extended to December 15. All picture and quote submissions should be sent to vistapeakyearbook@gmail.com with your seniors last name and first name in the subject line (Last name_First name). Custom space can be purchased in the following sizes: Whole page ($140.00) ½ page ($100.00) or ¼ page ($50.00). Payment must be made to the bookkeeper Mrs. McLellan NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15. Pictures and text can be emailed to vistapeakyearbook@gmail.com, or you can drop a hard copy off at the school. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Bakersky.
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Athletics
Welcome New Coaches
Vista PEAK has hired two new coaches for the Spring Season. Tyler Hettich has accepted the head boys baseball position and Wade Manning has accepted the head boys track position. Both come to us with a strong teaching background and a lot of expertise in their respected fields. Both coaches competed in high school and at the collegiate level.
Wrestling
Wrestling Season is in full swing and we are looking forward to a successful season. We are pleased to be hosting the first matches of the season at Vista PEAK on Thursday December 5. We welcome Byers and Strasberg high schools to compete in a Tri starting at 5pm. We would love the support of staff, parents and faculty at this event for the young men that are in enduring on a challenging season of perseverance, sacrifice, hard work and discipline.
Students, if you have any interest being involved in one of the oldest and toughest sports around, meet in the wrestling room at 3:30 and check it out, we would love to have you be apart of the team!
Thanks
Coach Benedict and Coach Gerrad
Baseball Meeting
We will have a baseball meeting on Thursday, December 5th at 6:00. The meeting will be a chance for parents and athletes to meet coach Hettich, ask questions, and go over the winter activities.
Winter Sports Pass
Winter Sport Passes are available in the athletics office. For just $35 you can attend all home boys and girls basketball games. Makes a great gift to give to a family member or friend!
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Wrestling Fundraiser
'Tis the season for wrestling and delicious baked goods. What better way to celebrate than waking up in the morning and eating a freshly baked butter braid straight from the oven. This year, the VP Prep Bison Wrestling team is selling butter braids. If you have never had one, ask someone who has....OMG delicious. You have until December 6 (Friday) to order, they will be delivered on December 16th, just in time for the holidays!! There are cherry, apple, blueberry and cream cheese, caramel cinnamon rolls, and cream cheese. They are $12, and almost $6 comes right back to the program. Mmm, I can taste them now!! Please buy some from the wrestlers or see Coach Garred, We appreciate your support!
GO BISON!!
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Counseling Updates
We are looking for feedback from our Senior parents. We would like to know what information you need for your students for career and college readiness. Senior Parents please take a moment to fill out the Google form so we can better serve you.
Scholarships Ronald McDonald House Charities - U.S. Scholarship Program Graduating High School Seniors, visit www.rmhc.org for more information or apply today at https://aim.applyists.net/RMHC APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 21, 2014 |
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Craft Fair
Attend Vista Peaks first Craft Fair! Mark your calendar!
When: December 14
Where: VP Prep Café/Gym
Time: 9am to 3pm
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Talent Show
Our Annual Talent Show will be January 31. Tryouts for the show will be held January 21-23. Start thinking about what you will perform. All acts must be fully prepared by tryouts! We look forward to a variety of acts this year! If you have any questions or concerns, please seek one of your Junior Class Representatives.
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We are looking for Crafters!
VISTA PEAK IS HAVING ITS FIRST
CRAFT SHOW!
WHO WANTS TO JOIN VP FOR THE
INAUGURAL EVENT?
The show will be: Saturday, December 14
Time: 9am - 3pm
Cost: $60 per booth
Where: VP CAFÉ/GYM
Please contact Kimberly Ausman: kdausman@aps.k12.co.us
For more information!
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Jazz Band Performance
The VP jazz band has been invited to perform at the esteemed Dazzle Restaurant & Lounge. We would love to have families join them for this unique opportunity. The group was invited by a VP parent who attended the last concert and was blown away by our kids and their abilities. Please join us!
Monday, December 16th from 7pm - 9pm at Dazzle Restaurant & Lounge located at 930 Lincoln St 80203.
You can purchase tickets here ahead of time for $12.50 at this link.
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Parents Holiday Shopping Day
Do you need some time to yourself to get some holiday shopping done? The Poms team will be providing child care for elementary school aged children from 1-4pm on Saturday December 14th at the Exploratory building. The charge is $15 for one child and $10 for any additional children. We will also be providing gift wrapping for $3 so bring any unwrapped gifts!
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