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We care about our kids' hearts. We want to protect and encourage their hearts. We want to teach our kids' hearts to value what is true, good, and beautiful. We want their hearts, their character to be engaged as much as we want their minds to be engaged. We hope for and work toward maturity together, because as cute as they are when they are little, we know that it won't last long. Our goal is that they wouldn't just age, but that they would mature into thoughtful, caring young men and women.
I think educator Max Van Manen captures
the strength of heart we want our children to develop: we hope and work toward "moral intuitiveness, self-critical openness, thoughtful maturity, interpretive intelligence, improvisational resoluteness, a passion for knowing and learning the mysteries of the world, the moral fibre to stand up for something, active hope in the face of prevailing crises, and, not the least, humor and vitality." We teach these character traits through great books and real life, in how we interact with each other during fun and conflict, and by what we prove that we value through our reactions. We won't teach them perfectly, and our children won't embrace them in every moment. But, each day we hope and work to strengthen our kids' hearts because through this we also build up their understanding, their practice, and their habits. What a privilege to work toward heart health together!
Melissa Clemmons
Dean of Academics
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 REMINDER
There is no school tomorrow (Friday, October 6th)-Tuesday, October 10th. Enjoy your Fall Break.
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We are thrilled to present SCREENAGERS: Growing Up in the Digital Age, a documentary about the biggest parenting issue of our time.
SCREENAGERS addresses the most pervasive parenting issue of our time head on - depicting teen struggles over social media, video games, and internet addiction. The film empowers kids to best navigate the digital world and provides practical resources to help them do it.
- When: November 2nd, 2017
- Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
- Where: Aspen View Academy Gym
- Cost: $10 per family
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets
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 Mark your calendars for our next Spirit Night!!!
Smart Cow -Tuesday, October 17 from Noon until 9:00 PM |
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The scrip program is in full swing. Get ready for the holidays by stocking up on Target, Amazon, Walmart cards, and many more. Use them online or in store. AVA is supporting a Texas school hit hard by Hurricane Harvey. Consider donating a gift card for teacher supplies. Business owners...consider ordering gift cards for your staff. EVERY TIME YOU ORDER THROUGH MAY 2018, YOU WILL BE ENTERED IN A DRAWING TO WIN A $50 LANDS' END CARD. Orders due October 16!
Click here for an entire list of participating retailers. If you see a retailer on this list but not listed on the AVA Order Form, just write it on the back.
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It's BOX TOPS submission time!
Make our school a cut above the rest! Last school year we raised over $1,400 for our school; let's see if we can beat that this year.
A couple of tips when submitting:
2. Check for expiration dates, and throw away any expired Box Tops.
3. Turn in your Box Tops to your child's teacher or to the collection box located near the front office.
4. Please have your box tops turned in by Friday, October 20th.
The classroom with the most box tops submitted will win their choice of
a cupcake or a pizza party!!!
If you have any questions, please email
Kelly McNeil, the box top coordinator. Earn even more cash for AVA by downloading the NEW BOX TOPS BONUS APP.
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A portion of each ticket will be donated to the foundation for Douglas County Schools.
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Click here for the flyer and to purchase tickets |
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Thank you for attending the inaugural AVA Carnival! It was so fantastic to see so many AVA Families and AVA Staff enjoying this amazing community event!
A huge thank you to our Sponsors; Meadows Orthodontics, Rita's Italian Ice, Grime Fighters, Lindsey Orthodontics, Cars Helping Charities, Equipment Rental, The Hybarger Family, Aspen Creek Dental, Lokal Homes, Jack and Linda Edwards, Castle Rock Kids Dentistry, and ANB Bank. The generosity of our sponsors directly impacted our event and the support is VERY appreciated!
Thank you to all of the volunteers that helped out on the day of the event. These events don't happen without the help of many; we appreciate all of you. A special thank you to the 30 plus AVA Middle School Students that did such an amazing job helping the night of the event!
Last but not least....our fearless AVA Staff that graciously signed up for the ever so popular Dunk Tank: Mr.Bodiker, Ms. Dominguez, Mrs. Doyle, Mr. Marxen, and Ms. Spangler. You all are the best!!!
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REMINDER
October 13th is the last day to opt out of both the Student Directory and Way to Go.
Click here
for last week's newsletter to learn more about the two programs.
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Click here for the list of Family Resource Workshops. You can log an hour of volunteer time for attending.
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- Class Day: Thursdays
- Class Times: 3:45-4:45 pm
- Dates: 10/26-12/14/17
- Skip Dates: 11/14 & 11/23
- Grades: K-5
- Cost: $89
Click here for the flyer with more information and to register.
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After School Clubs
- Click here for more information and to register for after school clubs
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Middle School Sports
*Student physical forms and athletic packets must be turned in before they can try out for any sports team.
Click here for the athletic packet and physical forms to take to your physician or clinic.
Boys Basketball Try-outs
- Wednesday, October 11th and Thursday, October 12th from 3:30-5:00 pm (make sure you have filled out the athletic packet and have an updated physical form turned into the office).
If you have any questions regarding sports, please email
Josh Baun,
Athletic Director.
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The Aspen View Academy Foundation would like to thank Clorinda Salazar for volunteering as the Marketing and Communications Officer. Clorinda was one of the first parents to get involved with the Foundation, and she has decided to step down from her role. We wish Clorinda all the best. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!
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Thank you for supporting AVA by shopping at the Wolf Shack!!! If you have questions about an order you placed, please email:
[email protected].
If you pre-ordered a Spirit Wear t-shirt, deliveries will be made no later than Wednesday, Oct 11.
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 Wolf Shack Hours
Every Friday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Stop by and purchase AVA Spirit Wear and swag.
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Please
click here
for the list of 2017/2018 Foundation Events and Fundraisers.
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