Aspen High School

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Dear Students & Families,

We are quickly approaching the mid term! Today our juniors took the NMSQT PSAT; seniors are applying to CO schools during the Free Colorado Application Days this week; fall sports are getting ready for Homecoming next week; and we have fall break and parent teacher conferences around the corner. We have a home football game on Friday, so we look forward to seeing the community out for Friday Night Lights!

• Students continue to do really well without their cellphones; since the start of school we have averaged 2 infractions a day, which is amazing.

• If students reach a 3rd Infraction (this includes phones, airpods, & personal computers), students will be required to turn in their phones to the office at the start of school each day and then pick them up after the last period ends; this will continue for the rest of the school year.

Please support the AHS Booster Club and join today!

Did you know that the AHS Booster Club goes beyond the sidelines to support our student-athletes? In addition to enhancing our athletic programs, the Booster Club provides scholarships for supplemental fees to support students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch. These scholarships help ensure that all our athletes have equal opportunities to participate and thrive in their chosen sports. All recipients of this scholarship will be kept confidential.

For more information about these scholarships, please reach out directly to John Castrese at jcastrese@aspenk12.net or Adrianna Tippit-Martelli at atippitmartelli@aspenk12.net

The Superintendent, our SROs, teachers, and I have been patrolling the restrooms throughout the day. Our presence has made a difference as we have not had an uptick in any incidents. We will continue to be vigilant about entering the restrooms throughout the day.

This week is Digital Citizenship Week. Anita Moose, who teaches our IT courses, will be doing lessons on digital citizenship for her classes. Here is a great resource for families: Common Sense Media about AI

Cory and Kate are really excited to share that they are planning another EF tour trip next summer, 2025... to Ecuador!

An informational meeting for students and parents

will be held on October 17, in the AHS Seminar Room, 5:30 to 6:30

Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://rsvp.eftours.com/b8gc8vz

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and we would love to have your student join us on this adventure.

At the informational meeting, we’ll talk about:

• What we’ll see and do on our trip

• Everything that’s included in this experience

• How your child can earn academic credit

• How we’re keeping this safe and affordable

• How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!) during EF’s risk-free enrollment period

There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Starting in November for 10th & 11th grade students

The Herbert Bayer Young People’s Fellowship is a new initiative that challenges Roaring Fork Valley high school students to create a solution to a problem in their community, inspired by the multidisciplinary art and design of Herbert Bayer.

The program will offer 8 weekly in-person meetings at the Aspen Institute’s Bayer Center, with Andrew Travers leading the exploration of Bayer's unique art and design and the distinct focus on the artist-designer's vital role in society. The program will include in-depth tours, studio time, and design projects to address community needs.

Please see the attached Fellowship Application with more information and for interested students to complete. Any questions, please see Diane Godfrey or Julie Trahon.

The Application deadline is Friday, October 18th!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19th

ASPEN MIDDLE SCHOOL

9:00am to 1:00pm

Join us for this year’s Ski Swap and help support our outdoor education program!

In the last two years, our volunteers have raised an incredible $40,000 for students’ outdoor experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned skier (snowboarder) or new to the slopes, your involvement makes a difference!

To volunteer, please scan the QR code in the Ski Swap flyer below.

How to Sell Gear:

1. Drop off gear to sell Friday Oct 18 at AMS 4:00 to 6:00pm

2. Fill out all three sections of the orange ticket. Tape or tie the ticket to your hard good or soft good. Tear off and keep the bottom third of your ticket!! This is your documentation of your gear!

3. Pick up cash or unsold items from 2:15-4:00 Saturday, Oct. 19 in the AMS ODE Room.

Join us on October 25th for the next meeting.

The meeting will be recorded, and posted to our website, for those who cannot join.

https://meet.google.com/bed-vnim-jqo?hs=122&authuser=0

Please use Safe2Tell to anonymously report any concerns! These reports go directly to law enforcement and school administration. Please be sure to say on the report so that the intake operator can ask more questions; there is no way for any of this information to be traced back to you!

Don't forget to purchase your yearbook. Prices are currently $80.

Use this link to purchase now and save!

Additionally, Senior Recognition Ads are on sale now. If you have a senior you would like to recognize, please use this link.

If you missed picture day last friday, do not worry!

CLICK HERE to view the ordering flier!

You can also order online by going to www.mymjthomas.com and entering our school's event code. (Event Code: C363) If you have any questions or concerns about pictures please call MJ Thomas Photo at 1-800-219-0199.

The Driver’s Education Program will offer an in-person drivers ed permit class starting November 10th that will last for 6 hours per session (2:00-8:00 PM) and run for a total of 5 weeks (Nov, 10, 17, Dec. 1, 8, 15). This class will provide the opportunity for students to complete the course approved by the Colorado DMV and take the test at the end that qualifies for the Colorado driving permit. Students must be a minimum of 14 years and 6 months at the start of the course and be in attendance for all 30 hours in order to pass the class on time.

Classes will be taught in a room at Aspen Middle School. The cost of the course is $260 and snacks will be provided for each session. To register, please click on this link, and for more information, please contact Georgina Levey (glevey@aspenk12.net)

If you would like to join the Aspen High School Parent Group, learn more about volunteer opportunities or other ways to stay connected to the school community, please take a moment to fill out this form with your contact information and areas of interest. We are also looking for a few families to sponsor/co-sponsor our teacher appreciation back to school events. If you are interested in sponsoring or have any questions regarding opportunities for parent involvement, please contact Alyssa at aspenhighschoolparentgroup@gmail.com.

Aspen Pitkin Library is hosting many exciting, fun and educational events during the next few months, including movie nights, book clubs and a sewing workshop! Click on the images below for more information and QR codes.

Principal, Aspen High School

School Phone #: (970) 315-3516

Email: sstrassburger@aspenk12.net
Website: https://ahs.aspenk12.net/en-US
Location: 235 High School Road, Aspen, CO, USA
Aspen School District Main Phone #: (970) 925-3760
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspenHighSchool