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1.9 - Senior Class Dorm Food Cook-off!
1.10 - Alumni vs. Faculty Basketball game
1.12 - Ponies meeting
1.15 - Mustang Connection meeting
1.15 - Gap Year Fair at Denver Academy
1.16 - End of Q2
1.19 - MLK Jr. Day; school closed
1.21 - Parents of Adopted Kids meeting
1.21 - College & Transition Night for juniors
1.22 - Jostens meeting for seniors (caps, gowns, announcements)
1.22 - Parent seminar: Eat, Sleep, Move
1.24 - Admissions Open House
1.29 - Jostens meeting for sophomores and juniors (class rings)
1.29-2.1 - HS play performance
1.30 - Senior Job Shadow Day
1.30 - Parent/Teacher conferences; no school for students
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1.9 - HS boys and girls basketball @ Lyons High School
1.10 - JV boys basketball tournament @ Liberty Common
1.12 - MS boys and girls basketball @ Dawson
1.13 - HS boys and girls basketball vs. Longmont Christian
1.14 - JV boys basketball @ Skyview Academy
1.14 - MS boys & girls basketball vs. Logan School
1.16 - HS boys & girls basketball @ Dayspring Christian
1.20 - HS girls basketball vs. Twin Peaks Charter
1.22 - HS boys and girls basketball @ Union Colony
1.27 - HS boys and girls basketball vs. Dawson
1.29 - HS boys and girls basketball vs. Heritage Christian Academy
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Dateline DA January 2014
"In the summer of 1984, I read a series in the Rocky Mountain News about the plight of the homeless and mentally ill adults in Denver," recalls Craig Knippenberg, former Denver Academy Board Member and longtime friend of the School. "While President Kennedy's earlier initiatives started moving patients out of large institutions, his dream of these people being welcomed into caring neighborhoods was never realized. Most were warehoused in smaller boarding homes and remained extremely isolated from the rest of the world around them."
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DA Students Man the Serving Line at the Knippenberg Dinner for
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A seminary student at the time, Knippenberg had worked with a church in Virginia who hosted a dinner club for those in need. Using that as a basic model, he approached his church, Prince of Peace Lutheran on S. Colorado Blvd--just two blocks from the current DA campus--about organizing such a program in Denver. A year later, they started with a $50 monthly budget, a handful of volunteers and began the Prince of Peace Aftercare Social Club.
Over the years, the program grew in numbers and the types of support it provided. Having just celebrated its 29th anniversary, it hosts an average of 80 guests for a monthly home cooked meal, an activity (i.e. bingo, talent night), a food bank, a clothes bank and an optional church service.
"Some of our fondest memories are of the Christmas celebrations when the students from Denver Academy have come to help serve," recalls Craig. "It's given students a chance to make a meaningful difference in our guests' lives, and as well, learn about those who truly struggle to get by in the world."
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DA News and Upcoming Events
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Athletes, prepare for spring sports by getting your physicals and emergency cards done if you haven't played a previous sport this school year.
High School baseball players, pre-season workouts will begin on February 11. Players will have conditioning and weight lifting sessions from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Have your physical forms completed. These workouts will be for players not participating in basketball. Contact any of the baseball coaches for more information.
A Novel Night at Barnes & Noble
Mark your calendars! On Wednesday, February 11, 2015 from 3:30-6:00 p.m., we'll be hosting A Novel Night at the Barnes & Noble just north of Colorado & Mississippi (960 S. Colorado Blvd., Glendale, CO). We'll have art and photography displays, an athletic showcase, drama presentations and other performances by students and teachers. As in years past, we'll partner with local restaurants so you can pick up dinner and support Denver Academy! If you have any questions, please contact Jolene Gutierrez.
2015 DA Symposium on Teaching and Learning
Save March 6, 2015 in your calendars for the DA 2015 Symposium! The renowned Dr. Maryanne Wolf from Tufts University will be our keynote speaker. More information coming soon!
Q3 Clubs Begin January 20th!
Second Annual Paddle Battle
We are planning to serve up some epic table tennis to benefit the DA Gala on February 20 at 6:30 p.m.! First prize is two tickets to the DA Gala. Better yet? Bragging rights about your awesome topspin!
Admissions Open Houses
Do you know a child that could benefit from a DA education? Be sure to let your friends know about our upcoming DA Admissions Open Houses. Prospective parents and students can come learn about our school, take a tour and talk to our student ambassadors and Admissions staff. www.denveracademy.org/openhouse
Next Open House: January 24, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Upcoming DA Parent Workshops
Sleep, Eat, Move - Healthy Habits to Help Your Child Thrive
January 22 ~ 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Start the New Year off right with our panel of experts as they share best practices for children regarding sleep, nutrition and exercise. This presentation is applicable to parents with children in all grade levels.
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High School News
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College & Transition Events
State-wide Gap Year Fair: Thursday, January 15 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. in Richardson Hall
Representatives from a variety of Gap Year programs will be available for questions related to their specific experiential programs. These will range from study abroad, service learning opportunities, leadership programs, summer school and more. This event is not just limited to DA families; feel free to invite other students and parents.
College & Transition Night for Juniors: Wednesday, January 21 from 6:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. in Johnson Commons
This is required for juniors and their parents. If you are unable to attend on Wednesday evening, please make arrangements to attend the make-up session on Thursday, January 22nd at 3:30 p.m. in Senior Hall. Please email Dr. Corbin to reserve your space for the make-up session only.
Job Shadow Day: Friday, January 30 from 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Classes will not be held due to parent conferences. All high school students are strongly encouraged to participate in a job shadow. Parent involvement is greatly appreciated. To host Denver Academy high school students at your place of employment, please email Dr. Jill Corbin or call her at 303.777.5870 x234 to make arrangements
Remember to check out which colleges are coming to campus or hosting information sessions by logging into your student's Naviance account!
Lady Hoopsters Win Home Opener!
The Denver Academy Lady Mustangs were victorious in their 2014-15 season opener at the Mustang Fieldhouse with a one point victory over the visiting Eagles from Excelsior. The Mustang Five captured the thrilling victory with a free throw from Taylor Freeman with six seconds left in the game. Final score: Denver Academy 19, Excelsior 18.
Leading the girls in scoring were Korin Mintz and Halle Granger (Miss Hustle) with seven points. Halle also hit a huge three pointer in the fourth quarter. Eden Anderson led the girls on the boards during the tight contest. Sparkling defensive plays by Kayla Kelley and Emma Hansen and key rebounds by Haley Parks, Corey Kidder and Avery Walters secured the outcome during the final six seconds. Congratulations to all the girls and their coaches (Ms. Greenberg, Ms. Magoon and Mr. Klaus-Corritore) on their opening win to begin the basketball campaign.
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Lower School News
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Bob the Snowman
Did you miss the Elementary School's production of Bob the Snowman? Watch it again or enjoy it for a second time!
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LD & Community News
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IDA-RMB Paragraph Writing Workshop
Developing writing skills in a step-by-step fashion enables students of any grade level to organize their ideas and complete assignments. Whether you are a teacher, tutor or parent, this workshop will give you strategies you can use immediately.
Denver Academy January 10, 2015 ~ 9:00 a.m.
Schooling on the New Frontier The Alpine Valley School in Wheatridge is pleased to present "Every Child a Pioneer: Schooling on the New Frontier" with Jim Rietmulder. Mr. Rietmulder of the Circle School in Pennsylvania will discuss how schools can help kids thrive amid culture wars, and how to help students balance self and society. January 15, 2015 ~ 7:00 p.m. Alpine Valley School 4501 Parfet Street Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
303.271.0525
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