ThunderRidge Weekly Update

Grizzly Families,

We want to thank all Douglas County voters for passing 5A and understanding the needs of our facilities to maintain a long-lasting learning environment. Taking care of our buildings and providing our current and future students and staff with a safe and updated facility is truly appreciated. Thank you to everyone who spent countless hours volunteering to spread the word about 5A. Thank you for all your support for our students and staff. Proud to be a Grizzly!

Here are some things that ThunderRidge will benefit from with 5A passing. ThunderRidge High School

Due to the snow days this week, we will have a modified bell schedule next week. Instead of an All day with a PLC on Friday, November 15th, we will have a Green day with NO PLC. Classes will begin at 7:40am.

Have a great weekend,

Principal

ThunderRidge High School

November 12 - Academic Lettering Ceremony - 9:30am - TRHS Auditorium (by invitation)

November 13 - Academic Showcase - new date - 5:30pm - 7:30pm

November 15-16 - Theatre Class Play - Closed for the Holidays - 7:00pm - Auditorium

November 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL

December 10 - Choir Concert - 7:00pm - Auditorium

December 11 - Christmas Music Collage - 7:00pm - Auditorium

December 12 - Band Concert - 7:00pm - Auditorium

December 16-19 - Fall Final Exams

December 19 - End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester

December 20 - Teacher Workday - NO SCHOOL

December 23-January 3 - ❄️ Winter Break - NO SCHOOL ❄️

Monday - Blue Day

Tuesday - Green Day

Wednesday - Blue Day

Thursday - Green Day

Friday - Green Day - NO PLC - classes begin at 7:40am

Thank you to our wonderful Performing Arts staff and Math Department staff for their unwavering dedication to our kids! We are so grateful that you're here!

Students are not allowed to leave class to receive food or drinks that they have ordered through delivery services. If food is delivered to the school, students may pick their orders up at the front security kiosk during passing periods or lunch time only. Thank you for your support in this matter.

ThunderRidge Winter Sports are right around the corner! Don’t forget to register!
Deadline is: Friday, November 15th

Click the image above to keep up with all ThunderRidge Athletics information.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook @ThunderRidge Athletics.

Our Academic Showcase is a great opportunity for both current and potential students to see all of the wonderful things that ThunderRidge has to offer. This includes information on the different pathways we have, as well as ways for your student to get involved in Activities or Athletics. Students and families are encouraged to attend. Spread the word to any 8th graders you know!

We hope to see you there!

Do you know someone who is interested in attending ThunderRidge High School for the 2025-2026 school year? Open enrollment for DCSD is underway! Visit the DCSD website to apply.

Please reach out to Tiffany Klenke, Registrar, at tklenke@dcsdk12.org with any questions.

After a blizzard shuts down the roads the eve of Christmas Eve, a motley crew of travelers find themselves stranded at the local community center. From the lovelorn drama teacher with a bus full of students, to the quarrelsome couple on the way to their wedding, to the overeager Sheriff ready for some real criminal action, everyone has their own troubles to untangle. Come see this spirited and heartwarming comedy with a healthy dash of Christmas magic!

Tickets are on sale now through SeatYourself.

$9.00

ThunderRidge Auditorium

November 15th and 16th

7:00pm

The table below highlights where students should be in the Senior Project process. If they are struggling or confused about any of these components, please have them reach out to their English or Advisement teachers.

Senior Advertisements are still available for purchase. Click here for directions.

The last day to purchase and submit an ad is December 19th.

If you want to ensure your student gets a yearbook for the 24-25 school year, please place your order in MySchoolBucks by January 15th. The cost is $80.

There will be a very limited supply for sale on a first come first serve basis at a higher price of $85 during distribution in May.

Did you know if students miss as little as 10% of the school year, it puts them at risk for academic failure? School attendance in high school is crucial for academic success, fostering responsibility and engagement. Regular attendance enhances understanding, builds strong relationships with peers and teachers, and promotes mental well-being. Ultimately, consistent attendance lays the foundation for future educational opportunities and better career prospects, significantly impacting long-term personal and financial outcomes. This week in advisement, students were presented with the benefits of strong school attendance.

Click here to see the slides that were shared with the students.

Haga clic aquí para ver las diapositivas que se compartieron con los estudiantes.

Sophomores continued on finishing their Timeline and Success Criteria assignments in their green booklet. They will start conferencing with their Advisement teachers next Tuesday to receive their 2nd check-in grade. This grade will be based on pages 16-22. -Ms. Brant

Seniors had a workday in Grizz Hour to revise their Letters of Intent (if necessary), write the Letter of Request to the Mentor, and set up their Fieldwork Dialectical Journals. Revised Letters of Intent are due November 8th. -Ms. Vande Vusse

Please join us for a free, fun-filled day of educational activities at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)!

Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024

Place: NREL’s Flatirons Campus, 19001 W. 119th Ave., Arvada, CO 80007

Time: 9am-4pm MT, activities on a rolling basis throughout the day (come when you can!)

December 7, 2024

8:00am - 11:30am

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BAEAE28A6F5C43-52574302-2024#/

We are looking for 2 volunteers to help with childcare during each PTO/SAC meeting for the 2024-2025 school year at Eldorado Elementary. Meetings run from 6:00-8:30pm. Volunteers arrive 10-15 minutes early (5:45pm) to get set up (you will have access to PE equipment). Please sign up for any/all slots that you are available to help!

Please bring any volunteer forms needing to be completed and we will get those filled out at the end of the night.Please email Sarah Demers at secretary.pto.eldorado@gmail.com with any questions.

Sign up here

Students receive a Pass (P) or Fail (F) grade for Advisement based on 30% completion of work AND 70% attendance.

This class is a Pass (P) or Fail (F) class based on 70% attendance.

This class is a Satisfactory (S) or Unsatisfactory (U) grade based on 70% attendance.

Principal: Sean Patterson

Mission Statement:

Empowering Grizzlies through curiosity, compassion, courage, community and service.

Website: trhs.dcsdk12.org

Location: 1991 West Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
Phone: 303.387.2000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TRHSGrizzlies?mibextid+LQQJ4d
X (formerly Twitter): @TRidgeGrizzlies