Golden Family Newsletter

Our Girl's Basketball team has made it to Round 2 of Playoffs! Come cheer them on right here at Golden this Saturday, March 1, at 2:30 p.m. as they take on George Washington High School.

Important: There is a College Board scam circulating our high school communities where callers posing as employees of the College Board contact students and families attempting to sell test preparation products or requesting sensitive personally identifying information, such as credit card and social security numbers. These calls do not come from College Board.

Please read this message from College Board regarding the situation.

All parking permits are sold out for the 2024-2025 school year. All those parked on campus without a valid parking permit will be ticketed and then booted. If you get a parking ticket you will lose parking privileges in the future, including next year. Please respect the parking situation and only park on campus if you have a valid GHS parking permit.

If you are needing parking options near GHS but not on campus, please have your student reach out to Mitch.

In addition, Golden High School has teamed up with Way to Go to offer Schoolpool, a safe carpool matching service. Schoolpool connects neighboring families who may be a good fit for driving, walking or biking to school together. For more information see the flier here.

Veterans have protected our country and kept us safe. Because they are here to protect us, a lot of veterans are dealing with mental health from these traumatic events. Some veterans are also experiencing homelessness, so we are asking you all to help with our donation drive. Please see the attached flyer for all the materials needed to donate to the veteran's hygiene kit.

Structural Engineering Institute - Graduate School Chapter at Colorado School of Mines is going to offer more FREE tutoring for Golden High students. If your students are interested in getting extra support in their math course, including homework help, studying for assessments, and general direct tutoring instruction, are welcome to attend. Sessions will be held every Monday and Thursday from February 3rd through April 24th. Sessions are from 3:30 - 5:30 PM in McNeil Hall in Classroom 214 on the Mines Campus. The address of this location is 1400 Maple St, Golden, CO 80401.

If you’re interested, please fill out the corresponding forms found here in advance of every session to help prepare adequate staffing. The registration for each session will close 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Priority will go to those who register ahead of time. Please arrange your own parking and pick up, as the program does not arrange transportation.

They would also like to reiterate that it is best if students bring their homework/classwork or textbooks so they can accurately identify what problems that students need help on.

See more important information about this program here. Please reach out with any questions!

Join us for an inspiring talk with a professional pilot! You will get to hear firsthand about what it takes to become a pilot and the incredible opportunities it brings. Whether it’s flying commercial airliners or seeing the world as a private pilot, this is your chance to learn from someone who’s currently in the profession! Opportunities for pilots include seeing the world, job security with a growing demand, and great opportunities for career advancement. You will learn the steps to become a pilot, training programs and requirements and the various types of aviation careers. Come join us during Demon Academy on 3/6. Sign up under the demon academy listed as "career speaker!"

During math classes last week, Freshmen received their registration forms, while Sophomores and Juniors received both their registration forms and official transcripts. Parents are encouraged to review the transcripts and discuss class selections with their students.

Action Required: Students should fill out their registration forms and select their classes in Campus. Remember to select alternates and put those on the paper form and in Campus.

Deadlines:

• Forms are due on March 10 in your math classes.
• Registration in Campus will close on March 10 at 7:45 a.m.

Counselor Assistance: Counselors will be available during lunch next week, Monday-Thursday, in the front office area to assist with registration.

The Golden Schools Foundation will offer 4 scholarships worth $1,500 to students who have been enrolled for at least 6 years at any of the eight Golden Neighborhood schools. Applications are due by March 14th. Access the online application here.

For additional scholarships available to solely GHS seniors, visit our website.

Your student can register to attend these visits in their Naviance account. It’s an excellent opportunity to get their foot in the door or to ask questions that will help them decide where to go! These visits occur in the counseling office at GHS. Advanced registration is required.

• University of Cincinnati: 3/7 at 1:30 p.m.
• Washington State University: 3/7 at 2:30 p.m.
• University of Utah: 3/10 at 1:30 p.m.
• University of Alaska Fairbanks: 3/11 at 10:00 a.m.
• Colorado Mesa University: 3/11 at 1:30 p.m.
• Knox College: 3/11 at 2:30 p.m.
• Drake University: 3/12 at 10 a.m.
• San Diego State University: 3/12 at 1:30 p.m.

The Futures Center coordinator at Evergreen High School has set up free information sessions about post-graduation plans at local libraries for 9-11th graders. The remaining sessions are at Evergreen Public Library (3/2 12 - 2 p.m.) and Arvada Public Library (3/9 12 - 2 p.m.). Sign up here.

Ways to Get Free Tuition for Your First One or Two Years of College

ASCENT stands for Accelerating Students through Concurrent ENrollmenT. It is a 5th Year scholarship program that allows eligible seniors to remain enrolled at the high school and take a fifth year consisting entirely of college classes at one of our ASCENT partner colleges. The scholarship covers the tuition cost for 12-18 credits plus student fees. Students are responsible for books, materials, transportation and living expenses.

What is TREP?
TREP stands for Teacher Recruitment Education and Preparation program.
It is a two year program that allows eligible seniors to remain enrolled at the high school and take a fifth and sixth year consisting entirely of college classes. The cost of 12-18 credits of tuition is covered by the school district.

If you're interested or have questions, stop by the Counseling Office and see Mr. Best.

We are only one-third of the way to being able to fund After-Prom. We desperately need your help to reach our goal!

Your generous donations will ensure that GHS Juniors and Seniors (and their guests) have a fun and safe night to celebrate.

DONATE (https://www.coloradogives.org/story/Ghspta-Afterprom2024)

Our biggest fundraiser for our school - from classroom learning to senior scholarships - is through our annual online auction. It is right around the corner and WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Please view this list of community donors and select a few businesses to request auction donations either in person or via email (flyer). Using this working document "Community Auction Donor List", write your name beside the businesses you can solicit.

Do you know of a business not on the list that would be willing to donate to the online auction? Please add them to the working document and contact them at your convenience.

All auction donations need to be received by 3/28/25.

If you have any questions, email Amie Leigh Reece at auction@goldendemonspta.org.

After being diagnosed with cancer, Jamie Wiggins, a Golden High School (GHS) Boys Basketball parent and Jefferson County teacher, started the food drive to give back to the community. Now, in her honor, the GHS Basketball teams, along with BGOLDN, keep the tradition alive every year.

Jamie Wiggins, a GHS Boys Basketball parent and a Jefferson County teacher, started the food drive after she was diagnosed with cancer. She wanted to do something to benefit the community, and the GHS Basketball teams, alongside BGOLDN, has continued the annual food drive in her honor. This year, the Boys and Girls teams together collected over 2,700 items - which is the most food donated of any year! The 2,700 items weighed 640 lbs worth approximately $1,260.

Jason Wiggins was in attendance with his daughter, Megan, who graduated from GHS last year. He continues to be grateful that GHS and BGOLDN facilitate the Food Drive in his late wife's honor to benefit BGOLDN. Great job GHS Basketball teams and families!

Parents and students who stopped by the BGOLDN table were impressed by how BGOLDN has expanded, the work we do, and were grateful that our program works with the children/adolescents in our community to bring awareness of our underserved neighbors, students, peers, and families.

The Boys had some very interesting strategies to win at all levels - many shopped at Costco for the high number items in bulk. The GHS Boys team will have bragging rights for the next year, but the GHS Girls teams have vowed to beat them next year.

The Golden High School Performing Arts Boosters proudly presents the 2nd Annual GHS Battle of the Bands. This unique community event will feature not only student bands, but a GHS staff band as well! Come watch your favorite rock-playing teachers on stage!

This public event is a fundraiser in support of the Golden High School Performing Arts Boosters. Ticket sales will go directly to support to the GHS instrumental, vocal and theater programs and their students. Tickets can be purchased through this link.

Join us Wednesday March 5, from 5 - 8 p.m. at Chick-fil-a Denver West. A percent of event sales goes back to the team. Don't forget to mention Golden Tennis when ordering!

Join us Monday, March 3, at The Golden Mill from 5 - 8 p.m. The Golden Mill is proud to contribute 10% of the total evening sales to the Golden High School Baseball program.

March 3 - 7 - Counselors available during lunch to help students with registration

March 4 - Band Concert (7 p.m.)

March 11 - Orchestra Concert (7 p.m.)

March 11 - Accountability Meeting (4:30 p.m.)

March 11 - PTA Meeting Virtual and In Person (5:30 p.m.)

March 12 - Senior Class Meeting (Home Room)

March 17 - 21 - Spring Break No School

March 24 - Teacher Work Day - No School for Students

March 30 - GHS Battle of the Bands (4 p.m.)

April 4 - End of 2nd 6 weeks