Thompson Valley High School
Weekly Newsletter - August 14, 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
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome back to another exciting school year at Thompson Valley High School! We hope you had a restful and enjoyable summer. As we embark on the 2024-2025 academic year, we are thrilled to have your students join us for what promises to be a year filled with growth, learning, and memorable experiences.
Our dedicated team of educators and staff have been hard at work preparing for the new school year. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment where every student can thrive. This year, we are introducing several new programs and courses aimed at enhancing academic achievement, fostering creativity, and promoting overall well-being.
We encourage you to stay connected and involved in your student's education. Please look out for important communications from the school including updates on events, parent-teacher conferences, and opportunities for engagement. Your partnership is invaluable, and together, we can ensure the success of our students.
Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. We are looking forward to a fantastic year ahead. My door is always open, please contact me or come on in!
Warm regards,
Jaymie Cruickshank
TVHS Principal
Thompson Valley High School
TVHS Podcast News
Our Podcast is no longer called SECONDARY. It is now called Eagle Airwaves. We are on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, etc. Here is the show link. https://open.spotify.com/show/3BJx6dILckkL2b15HVzMqR?si=895fcb7318054701
Strong Minds, Healthy Hearts
Community Service
TVHS Parents and students remember you need 20 hours of community service by the end of your senior year, this is a graduation requirement. Here is the link to the community service paperwork: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18d3zv5zjMZTh6CCqWtUJI747DFmrATOl34f2anWbX4Q/edit?usp=sharing. Once you have filled out the paperwork you can turn it into the counseling office at the front desk.
Free FAFSA Webinar
Adams State is hosting FREE FAFSA webinars from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays until further notice. The webinars provide information on how to complete the FAFSA and address persistent issues being faced by students, their parents/guardians, and high school and college advisors and counselors. This is an open offer of support to your graduates, their families, and your staff in recognition of the crisis with the implementation of the new FAFSA simplification. Anyone is invited to attend, no matter where the student will attend (or attends) college.
Adam State FAFSA Webinar via Zoom:
Fridays 10:00am - 12:00 pm
Saturdays 10:00am - 12:00 pm
https://adams-edu.zoom.us/j/81930670520
(A translator will be present during Webinars)
The Adams State University Financial Aid Office and One Stop Student Services will do everything possible to assist in completing this process no matter where they will attend. Feel free to contact: One Stop Student Services: Student Union Building Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; Walk-in, call 719-587-7306 or email onestop@adams.edu
Counseling Department
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
cynthia.solliere@tsd.org
Counseling Secretary
Glenna Keil 970-613-7916 - glenna.keil@tsd.org
Registrar
Stephanie Yoder 970-613-7907 - stephanie.yoder@tsd.org
Western Colorado University is coming to Thompson Valley High School on Tuesday October 15th anytime between 8:15am-9:15am. In the counseling center. Come stop by!
Parking Permits
All students parking in the TVHS parking lot must have a parking permit. The information about parking permits can be found on the TVHS website under the "ABOUT" section.
Please complete the Parking Permit form in order to park in the Thompson Valley parking lot during the school day. Please refer to the Student Handbook for parking policies.
Vehicles must have a permit by Friday, September 6th. Tickets will be issued starting September 16th.
Student Fees
Fees will be posted on Parent Portal starting the week of August 12th. Statements will be mailed the week of September 9th. Families can pay fees online through parent portal, or to the bookkeeping office by check, cash or card.
Athletic Passes
TVHS student athletic passes are $40 and can be purchased in the athletic office. Family passes require payment either by check, cash or card. This is for admission to all HOME TVHS athletic competitions for the full school year.
Family passes:
1st adult $80
Additional adult $60
Middle School student $60
Elementary Student $60
7 & under free
Golden passes 65 and older are free and can be obtained by visiting the Administration Building during business hours.
General admission for athletic events is $8 for adults and $5 for students with a valid student ID.
Picture Retake Day
Picture Retake Day is Friday, August 16th from 8:30 to noon. Pictures will be taken in the large gym.
Aims Community College of Windsor has donated 5 cars to the TVHS Automotive program. We need help moving them from Windsor to TVHS. If you are willing/able to help, contact our Auto teacher, David De Santiago at david.desantiago@tsd.org.
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.
GREETINGS FROM THOMPSON VALLEY ATHLETICS!!
As always, we are excited to resume another year of amazing athletics at TVHS!!
Welcome to both returning and brand new athletes and families!
There will be a few changes this fall in our office. Please welcome Amanda Moore to
the Athletic Office! Amanda will be filling in for Beth Mierau who is on temporary
medical leave. Amanda was formerly in the Front Office and served as Attendance
Clerk. Please consider Amanda the person to contact for Eagle Athletic Information.
She can be reached at 970-613-7932 or at Amanda.moore@tsd.org
Misti Juergensen will join our office as she takes over responsibilities for TVHS
Activities. The name should be familiar as Misti has been teaching in the Business
Department and was DECA Sponsor. She can be reached at misti.juergensen@tsd.org
Both Misti and Amanda will assist Mr. Carey DuVal with all things Activities/Athletics as
we begin the school year.
Sports Physicals
Are you playing sports? Everyone needs a physical. Here is a great opportunity for you.
Call: Loveland Community Health Center or Sunrise Thompson Health Clinic
Purchases ANYTIME of the year count, BUT let’s Rally to kick off the new school year right to help maximize our next donation we’ll be getting later in the year.