Hello Cougar Families and Happy Sunday,
Check out some of the action from this week’s teaching and learning at EHS!
Mr. Meyers leads students through a bio-chemistry lab, where the relevance of the learning is brought home with the statement “in the real world, the importance of doing labs like this correctly could mean the difference in a criminal trial, where an innocent person could be convicted of a crime they did not commit.”
Mr. Booth’s English class tacking some heavy concepts in the classic All Quiet on the Western Front. This kind of guided discussion really challenges our student’s ability to extemporaneously express their thoughts and ideas, and to think critically about literature.
Senior Hall on a Friday! Smiles all around…
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Parent Teacher Conferences
Conferences will be held this Thursday, October 10th from 3:30-6:30 in the Large Gym. Click on the floor plan below to navigate your evening as efficiently as possible.
Fall floorplan with names 2019.pdf
Are You Ready for Test Fest?
Please make note that only students who are testing will attend school on Wednesday, October 16th. Parents do not need to call the attendance line.
PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test Student Guides are available in the Career and College Center.
ON TEST DAY:
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Students need to arrive in their testing room no later than 7:25 a.m.
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Students must bring their student ID, a calculator and #2 pencils.
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No cellphones or smartwatches in testing rooms!!
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Freshmen will be done around 11:00 a.m. Sophomores and Juniors will finish around 11:30 a.m. (Students with accommodations will finish at various times.)
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A limited Lunch will be available in the cafeteria at 11:30 a.m. and buses will run on a normal schedule.
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Students may leave school when they are finished testing. Students who need to ride the bus will be supervised in the Commons until buses arrive at 2:30pm.
Homecoming Week
Monday, October 14th-Friday, October 18th
We will have an altered schedule all week. Please see the family calendar to view details.
Spirit Days- This year we are pairing each decade spirit day with a popular movie from that decade.
Monday- Hippie Day- The 60's "Hair"
Tuesday- Tourist Day- The 70's "Jaws"
Wednesday- PJ Day- The 80's "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"
Thursday- Twin Day- The 90's "The Parent Trap"
Friday- Blue & Gold Spirit- The 2000's "Friday Night Lights"
Wednesday, October 16th- Test Fest, Powder Puff Game- 6:30 p.m. warm-up/ 6:45 p.m. Game start
Homecoming Assembly-1:45-2:30 p.m.
Peach Fuzz (Boys VB)- 2:45 p.m.
** Tailgate is being run differently this year. In an effort to maximize instructional time and the safety and security of our students, we are no longer releasing students at 12:00 noon on Homecoming Friday. Instead, we are running an assembly schedule with our traditional Peach Fuzz event to occur after the assembly. The tailgate will not be held in the parking lot this year to allow for maximum parking spots, as we are expecting a packed house! Our tailgate will be incorporated into our pre-game festivities, and will be held on the west end of the track, beginning at 5:00 p.m. All students/community members wishing to attend the tailgate must pay gate admission and enter the stadium. Finally, no outside food or drinks will be allowed in the stadium for our homecoming game.
Saturday, October 19th- Homecoming Dance in the EHS Gym, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
We are so excited about Homecoming and hope to see all of our families there. It's going to be a blast!
October Count
Thank you for your continued support of Evergreen High School! The most important action you can take to support school funding is to attend classes thru the October Count window. Our October Count window will remain open thru this Thursday, October 9th.
Innovation Fund
Calling all Jeffco student innovators in 9th - 11th Grades: IDEAS WANTED! What would enhance YOUR learning experience? Level up your ED & tell us - apply for Jeffco’s Innovation Fund! The Sky’s the limit! Click HERE to learn more and access the application starting thru October 28th.
Job Opportunities
Want to join a great team? Evergreen High School is currently hiring for the following positions:
1. Full Time Health Room Aide
2. 3 Custodial Positions - Hours Vary
Visit the Jeffco Jobs Board now to apply!
Counselors' Corner
Reducing anxiety in teens:
Leanin1220 and Robbie's Hope present "LET'S GET REEL!".
The"Let's Get REEL!" film series kicks off the evening with live music from local group Orange Mountain with tasty snacks and beverages. You'll then view the critically-acclaimed documentary Angst which you can only see at an official showing. You'll then learn a basic meditation technique to calm the nervous system and finally engage with a panel of teens and mental health professionals to understand just how common anxiety is and to learn solutions and ask questions about reducing your own anxiety. Event is free but donations of $5 for teens and $10 for adults are welcome. Donations benefit Lean in 1220 and Robbie’s Hope.
Date: November 15th, Evergreen Firehouse, 6-9pm
Sincerely
EHS Counseling
Farmer's Market
CTE students will be running the Youth Farm Stand every Saturday through October.
This year we will be setting up and selling a variety of fresh local fruits and vegetables at the Buffalo Park Community Garden from 9:00 am to noon. We also will have fresh homemade salsa's and jams for sale.
Free Confidential Counseling
FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AGES 12-20
IN THE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES
WEST OF DENVER, COLORADO
Individual Counseling and Group Counseling?
Services Provided by Licensed Therapists
leanin1220 website
EVERGREEN HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION – NEWS AND UPDATES
1st Annual INVEST IN EHS DAY!
Mark your calendars for Monday, November 4th, our first ever fundraising day for the EHS Education Foundation. This year, IT’S EASY TO INVEST IN EHS. November 4th will be our dedicated 24-hour online giving campaign.
The EHS Education Foundation benefits ALL students at Evergreen High School by supporting the quality education we've come to expect from our award-winning school and ensuring the success of the students who pass through its doors.
November 4th is your chance to show your financial support of our incredible school. Mark your calendars and stay tuned!
Please consider financially supporting the Evergreen High School Education Foundation by donating HERE.
Please visit this link to join PTSA.
Last Wednesday was Custodial Appreciation Day, and boy do we appreciate our facilities staff. Our Facilities crew does all of the behind the scenes work that keeps our school in good working order. Funds from your PTSA memberships make recognizing them possible. Thanks for being a PTSA member.
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Upcoming PTSA Sponsored Event
Would you like to become CPR certified? You could save a life! PTSA will be hosting Evergreen Fire and Rescue in the EHS Library on October 24th from 3:00-6:30pm. This is a free CPR course for all EHS students, family and staff. There will be an $8 charge to receive a certification card. Click HERE to reserve your spot now! Space is limited. Registration for EHS students and staff will close on Wednesday October 15th. Registrations for the community will then be live the until the 22nd.
Athletics and Activities
Announcements/Highlights:
“EHS Football- Winners on and off the Field”
Our very own EHS football team works tirelessly to prepare for the gridiron. From weight training and daily reps, team meetings, leadership training, and team dinners, our football team knows what it’s like to work hard on and off the field. With a big win over Eagle Valley last Friday night, our football team took to the construction site. With their tool belts harnessed and their hammers raised, the football team got to work and built a house through the organization, Habitat for Humanity. Way to go Cougars! It’s inspiring to see your convictions in action!
“Mountain Bike Team - On Their Way to the Top”
Our Mountain Biking team has hit the podium at every race this year. With a team of almost 70, they have surpassed expectations, and over the past couple of years, become one of the top mountain bike teams in the state. In fact, the MTB team hit the big time when they were featured in last month’s Mountain Bike Action! This publication is in the EHS library, so when you have a minute, check out this very cool two page spread. This weekend, the MTB team competed in Eagle. Check out this link with the latest race results.
Homecoming week starts Monday, October 14th! Please tell your neighbors and every community member you see that we would like them at our homecoming game on Friday, October 18th! Our tailgate in the stadium starts at 5:00 p.m. and our pre-game ceremonies will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a game start of 7:00 p.m. We will have an extended half time with incredible performances from our Poms and Marching Band! Plus, come out to see our amazing Cheer squad and Pep Band, as they pump up the crowd! It’s homecoming after all! Call all the Alumni you know and invite them to this very special event!
Upcoming Varsity Events:
Thank you for your continued support of the EHS kids and programs! Hope to see you at some events this week.
10/7 & 10/8 - Good luck to Jake Dekoker Jack Mitchell, and Clay Whitton playing in the Boys Golf State competition!
10/9 - Stop by Pinnacle Academy to celebrate our wonderful Gymnastics team at their last home meet this season (5:30pm).
10/10 - is a busy day with many opportunities to support our Cougars - Tennis Regionals @ Mullen, XC Leagues at Stoney Creek GC (2pm), Softball vs Wheat Ridge (4:30pm), and Volleyball @ Golden (6:30pm).
10/12 - Football is away @ GWHS, but our Boys Soccer team will be hosting Steamboat Springs with a 12:30 p.m. home game.
Reminder that the entry fee for games is $6 for adults and $4 for students and over 55. If you have purchased, but your student has not picked up their 2019-20 Athletics Pass, please ask them to bring their Student ID to the main office to collect it. Students must present their Athletics Pass at the game entry gate or they will be charged the $4 admission. In order to streamline entry to our home games you can pre-purchase your Adult entry tickets. The $55 Ticket Books are available in the EHS Financial Office M-F 7-3:30pm. These tickets do not expire, are easily shared and can be used at home or away Jeffco events.
Fall Sport Results:
For more details about fall sports results:
CHSAA website - Fall Sports
Max Preps website - Evergreen
Gymnastics results link
Cross Country results link
