Thompson Valley High School
Weekly Newsletter - November 13, 2024
TVHS Vision
At Thompson Valley High School, we are dedicated to creating a profoundly inclusive and diverse learning environment. Our vision is to meet each student where they are, empowering them to achieve their personal and academic goals. By fostering a supportive and enriching atmosphere, we help our students realize their full potential and pursue their life aspirations with confidence and success.
#TVStrong Strength Teamwork Respect Open-Minded Noble Goals
TVHS Media Center News
Look what's been happening in the TVHS library! Our talented students provided us with a beautiful altar for Dia de los Muertos, an artistic rendition of the Periodic Table, Harvey the Turkey who is embellished with feathers that state what they are thankful for and the Robotics Club display of their amazing talents!
Choice/Open Enrollment 2025-2026
Apply Now! Thompson School District’s Choice/Open Enrollment 2025-2026 school year 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏 - 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎
The process is designed for students who wish to attend a school outside of their attendance boundary. Families are encouraged to submit their application at any time during the enrollment period - Choice Enrollment applications that are received will be entered into the district's lottery system. 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: 𝐃𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐝𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬/𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞-𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞/𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫. More information is located at https://www.tsd.org/choice. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to choice.enrollment@tsd.org or call 970-613-5355.
2025 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
We’re excited to announce the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration! This year’s theme, “A More Excellent Way, of Love,” honors Dr. King’s belief in justice, unity, and kindness. We invite Pre-K to 12th-grade students to participate in our art, writing, and (new) music contest, expressing their vision for a world filled with fairness and compassion.
Submit your entries by December 11, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. Winners will be recognized at the Loveland MLK Community Celebration on January 16, 2025, where their work will be featured. For any questions, please contact Andrew Dutch (andrew.dutch@tsd.org). Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy together through creativity!
TVHS Volleyball
CHSAA has announced the 2024 girls volleyball state tournament brackets.
Each of the five classifications will play their tournaments this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Denver Coliseum. Play begins at 8 a.m. each day. The championship matches are slated for 6 p.m. Saturday.
The first game for the TVHS Eagles will be Thursday, November 14th at 2:00 pm.
TVHS Football
This season has been one for the history books. This year's team has come together to permanently establish its impact on the program. Your 2024 TVHS Football team has accomplished the following feats:
- First team with a perfect 10-0 regular season
- Back to back Conference Champions for the first time in school history
- School District Champions for the first time in school history (Beating LHS, MVHS and BHS in the same season)
- Back to back shutouts of longtime rival LHS, first time in school history for both shutouts and consecutive victories against LHS
- 12 Game win streak while at home
It is thanks to the work of the players, the coaching staff, and the continued support from the TVHS family at large. We hope to continue this historic season all the way to the State Championship.
The first playoff game is Saturday, November 16th at 1:00 at Ray Pat field against Holy Family. Come support your TVHS Eagles Football.
DECA News
Congratulations to Our DECA State Qualifiers!
We're proud to announce that eight talented students from our DECA chapter have qualified for the Colorado DECA State Career Development Conference (SCDC)! This event, held annually at The Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs, gathers over 3,000 high school DECA members from across the state. At the conference, our students will showcase their business and leadership skills, competing in a variety of business and marketing-related events that challenge them to think creatively, work collaboratively, and demonstrate their knowledge.
Their qualification highlights their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Please join us in congratulating our students and wishing them the best as they represent Thompson Valley at the state level!
Congratulations to our TVHS DECA State Qualifiers!
Ty Bakker, Alexsis Bailey, Emily Chapman, Sammie Lewis, Samantha Michieli, Luke Robbins, Robert Thang, and Cassidy Watson
Class of 2025 - (12th)
Jena Williams, 970-613-7911
Principal, Jayme Cruickshank 970-613-7902
Class of 2026 - (11th)
Ashlee Edwards, 970-613-7908
Assistant Principal/Athletic Director, Carey DuVal 970-613-6954
Class of 2027 - (10th)
Andria Hall, 970-613-7912
Assistant Principal, Ms. Rew 970-613-7071
Class of 2028 - (9th)
Hayden Siebers, 970-613-7945
Assistant Principal, Jeremy Lanter 970-613-7915
GT/SEL
Cynthia Soulliere 970-613-7910
cindy.solliere@tsd.org
Counseling Secretary
Glenna Keil 970-613-7916
Registrar
Meg Sollee 970-613-7907
meg.sollee@tsd.org
Thompson Career Campus
The application to participate in Thompson Career Campus programs is NOW OPEN! If you are interested in any of TCC's programs, please apply through the following link. And if you have any questions about what TCC is, the benefits of it, or any other questions, please see your counselor.
The 5 TCC Pathways are: Construction Skilled Trades, Design and Manufacturing, Health Sciences, IT/Cybersecurity, and Emergency Medical Technician (new for 2025)
Thompson Career Campus Programs:
https://tcc.tsd.org/pathways
TCC Application:
https://tcc.tsd.org/apply
Frick That
On this episode of Frick That Cristina and Tia interview Officer Luis Castellanos, TSD Student Victor Hernandez-Hera and Lauren Hansen TSD's Social and Emotional Specialist about how RESPECT is gained and earned. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6e3J9Q1Yjcp3C09awWQsaS?si=Kx6zMAqQT9mztVkZAw2AyQ
SCOOP from the health office!
Stay connected and find updates here!!
Please encourage your student/s to bring a water bottle to school, with the higher elevation water
evaporates quicker from our skin and lungs!
Did you know???
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness throughout the world (Google) “Your positive attitude is your greatest weapon against diabetes.” thelifestylecure.com
Immunization update: Please be advised—our exclusion date for non-compliant students is November 22, 2024. Clinics can be found here: https://www.larimer.gov/sites/default/files/2024-back-school- clinic-flyer.pdf
Health office forms can be found on the Thompson School District website. https://www.tsd.org/
We are always graciously accepting healthy snacks for the health office—thanks for considering!
Please reach out with any questions/concerns to Cristina Frick, health aide or Jaime Quintana, school nurse consultant.
Panorama Survey
Thompson Valley Families:
Time is running out for us to hear from you!! Please provide us with valuable input about Thompson Valley's culture from your perspective by clicking the survey link below.
The input window closes THIS Friday, November 15th, and we would love to hear from everyone.
To those who have already completed this - THANK YOU!! We appreciate your time and insight.
Eagle Athletics
Stay up to date with all things athletics. Follow Eagle Athletics at tvathletics.org.
Want to be notified of schedule changes/updates? Join Fan Central from the home page of tvathletics.org. Notifications on schedule updates/changes will be sent to you.
Activities
Stay Connected with TVHS: Follow Us on Facebook and Instagram!
Attention TVHS students and parents! Stay up-to-date with all the latest activities, athletic events, and important announcements by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Don’t miss out on the exciting happenings at Thompson Valley High School—get instant updates, event reminders, and behind-the-scenes looks at what’s going on around campus.
Follow our official Facebook page at EaglesTVHS and find us on Instagram at @eaglestvhs.
In addition to our social media pages, we also have a Google Calendar that you can add to your own. This will help you keep track of upcoming events and never miss a moment of the action. You can add the calendar by following this link. Whether it’s a big game, a club meeting, or a special school event, you’ll find all the details right at your fingertips.
Follow us today and stay connected with your TVHS community!
Save the Date
The TVHS Band and Orchestra classes will be presenting their November Concert on Thursday, November 21st at 7:00 pm. The concert is free and open to the public and will be held at the Roberta Price Civic Auditorium at Thompson Valley High School.
Save the Date
The TVHS Band and Orchestra, Choir and Art classes will be presenting their Annual Holiday Gala on Tuesday, December 10th at 7:00 pm. The gala is free and open to the public and will be held at the Roberta Price Civic Auditorium at Thompson Valley High School.
Save the Date
The TVHS Art classes will be presenting their Annual Holiday Gala on Tuesday, December 10th. The Art Walk will begin at 5:30 pm. The gala is free and open to the public and will be held at the Roberta Price Civic Auditorium at Thompson Valley High School.
Financial Aid Night
When: December 5th at 6:00 pm
Where: Virtual event Meeting Link
What: The LHS Counseling Department will host Sophie Vogel from the Colorado Department of Education who will present on the basics of college financial aid. The presentation will include information about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and CAFSA (Colorado Application for Financial Aid) followed by a short question/answer session.
We hope to see you there!
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Jena Williams-Dreitz
She/Her/Hers
School Counselor - 12th Grade
Thompson Valley High School