NMSHS PANTHER POST

Nederland Middle-Senior HS Community,

As the leaves change color by the day, it is a bittersweet time of the year. I am in love with the summers in Colorado, especially up here in the mountains. At the same time, I am a little sad that we are about to face 8ish months of wintery weather; but I do enjoy the skiing and all of the beauty the winter brings. An important aspect of fall here at school is the tradition of homecoming. Many of us remember our own experiences for homecoming while we were in high school. It is a great opportunity to build community and belonging for our students. The students at Nederland Middle-Senior High School really get into the activities and events that take place throughout the week. There are plenty of things that are planned for next week.

For details about the homecoming week’s themes, activities, games and events see the HoCo Events and Spirit Week flyers. The highlight of the week is the parade next Saturday morning (I am sure the leaf-peepers won’t mind a little traffic jam in town on Saturday). The high school floats take-off from the Teen Center at 11:00am. Check out the parade route and get out in town to cheer on the floats. There is a BBQ starting at 12:00 on the High School Field and the homecoming soccer game is at 1:30 (the Panther Volleyball game is played Friday evening at 5:00pm)

No School on Monday, September 25.

Have a great weekend!

Gavan

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• Homecoming is one of our biggest weekends of the year, so regardless of whether you are middle school or high school, we hope that you come out and support us! Invite your neighbors, your friends, and your family to come see what we have to offer. There are lots of fun activities planned.

  • Friday 9/29 5:00 pm - Homecoming Volleyball vs. Cripple Creek Victor - Admission is free - let’s fill the stands! Concessions are available to purchase.

  • Friday 9/29 7:30 pm - Movie on the Field: Star Wars Episode IV A New Hope - $5 entry to support the Junior Class’ Prom Fundraiser. You can buy concessions and items from the grill!

  • Sat 9/30 11:00 am - Homecoming Parade - We start at Teens, Inc., go around downtown, and end back at the school. The parade route has changed a little, so be sure to check out the hyperlink.

  • Sat 9/30 12:00 pm - Panthers BBQ - Your meal directly supports our students! All proceeds go to the NMSHS PTA.

  • Sat 9/30 1:30 pm - Homecoming Soccer vs. Bennett - Admission is free, so come cheer us to victory! Homecoming Royalty will be announced at half-time, and Peak to Peak Soccer is having a half-time penalty shootout.

  • Sat. 9/30 7:00 pm - High School Dance - $10 per person or $15 per couple.

  
  

  We’re looking forward to next week. Enjoy the long weekend!

  
  

High School Students & Parents: Wednesday Night Meetings Online Google Meets with Ms. Jill. Ms. Jill holds Wednesday night online meetings @ 7:00pm for high school students and their parents.

Upcoming Topics include:

9/27 - Google online meet @ 7:00 - Creating a College Common App, how it’s used to apply to college, how to use Naviance in conjunction with Common App.

Audience: Senior family. Junior families are also invited.

10/04 - In person @ Monarch High School - College Fair! See more here

10/11 - Google online meet @ 7:00 - AP exams - PSAT NMSQT exams.

Audience: Junior, Sophomore families (PSAT). All AP families at the high school level.

10/18 - In person @ NedMSHS - NMSHS Choir concerts in the auditorium.

10/25 - Google online meet @ 7:00 - Freshman & Sophomore families. Graduation measures, assessments, college exploration.

11/01 - In person. Ned Parent - Teacher - Association PTA meeting

11/08 - Google online meet @ 7:00 - BVSD College Concurrent Enrollment, earning credits while in high school.

Audience: Junior, Sophomore families, and any family at the high school level.

11/15 - In person School Accountability Meeting SAC in the Ned MSHS school library

11/22 - Fall holiday break

11/29 - Google online meet @ 7:00 - Financial aid - FAFSA workshop - The Federal Student Financial Aid Application launches in December. Be ready with a review of what we have learned about this re-launch.

Audience: Senior families. Junior families are also invited.

December: TBD

Can’t make it? Check out: Virtual Workshops on Financial Aid, Scholarships, College Fit: September 27 5:00 - 7:45 by CollegeFairsDenver.org

Upcoming College Fairs:

Monarch High School, Superior. Wednesday October 04, 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Public and Private Colleges. Monarch hosts an in-person college fair offering contacts with out-of-state college representatives. More information here: https://www.strivescan.com/greaterdenver/

NACAC College Fair (National Association for College Admissions) Denver Coliseum Colorado Convention Center Sunday November 5, 1:00 - 4:00 https://www.nacacattend.org/23Denver

Upcoming High School National Exams at Nederland:

October 25 Nederland offers the PSAT NMSQT for juniors - this is the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Exam. The information packet- study guide is available. Register by bringing $20 to Ms. Jill. This is a great opportunity to practice for your April SAT which is in an all digital format.

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

Mental Health Partners’ Nederland location offers family support and mental wellness services. Connect with MHP’s site: https://www.mhpcolorado.org/about/locations/nederland/

Struggling with substance use, numbing? Denver Health has created a youth support site with several resources including mental health apps, coping skills, artistic creativity, breathing, self-care, activities and group support. Check out their site here to connect with several resources focused on a variety of areas of wellness: https://strongerwithout.com/