AVA Newsletter - January 30th 2025

January 30th 2025

A message from the PTO

Yeehaw! Saddle Up for an Unforgettable Evening at Our Western-Themed Silent & Live Auction Spring Soiree!

We’re just two months away from our highly anticipated annual Spring Soiree, and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever! Over the past three years, the Spring Soiree has grown into one of our community’s most exciting events, featuring music, dancing, beverages, a silent auction, and a photo booth to capture all the fun.

Each year, the event has seen growth in both attendance and the funds raised. Last year, we raised an impressive $20,000, marking the first phase of a two-part fundraiser for our indoor climbing wall. This year, we’re continuing to raise funds for the second phase, and we couldn’t be more excited to have you join us!

The 2025 Saddle Up Spring Soiree will take place on Saturday, March 29th, from 6-9pm at Kirk Hall, Douglas County Fairgrounds. This year, we’re introducing not only a silent auction but also a live auction filled with amazing items.

What to Expect:

Silent & Live Auctions: Bid on incredible items, including a coveted VIP parking spot, vacation packages, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
BBQ Dinner: Enjoy a delicious BBQ feast, cooked to perfection by Papaw's Texas BBQ and guaranteed to satisfy any cowboy or cowgirl’s appetite.
Music & Dancing: Dance the night away to country tunes and show off your best two-step! The night’s entertainment will be provided by the talented DJ from Hovey Entertainment.
Photo Booth: Snap a fun, western-inspired photo with friends and family, complete with props and themed backdrops.
Hat Bar: Top off your western look with a custom hat from our Hat Bar, where you can find the perfect accessory to complete your outfit.
Full Bar: Raise a glass with an array of beverage options, thanks to our Saloon Sponsors: Quiver Investments, Liliya Zelem with Your Castle Real Estate, Impact Team, and Albert Vein Institute.

This event is a fantastic way to support our school while enjoying an evening of fun, laughter, and community spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned auction pro or a first-time bidder, we can’t wait to see you there!

A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors for making this event possible:

Price Legacy Ventures, LLC
Fortis Structural
Bemas Construction
Palace Construction

Please click here to purchase your tickets.

AVA Spring Soiree Committee

Middle School Only News

The Middle School Valentine's Dance is on Friday, February 7th from 6-8pm.

Volunteers needed to donate food and to help at the dance. To purchase tickets click here.

Middle School Winter Sports

Check out the Athletic calendar on our website and come cheer on our AVA Wolves!

General Announcements

Tomorrow, Friday, January 31st is Dress of Choice

Used Uniform Sale Proceeds- Last Day to pick up your unsold items and money is tomorrow, Friday, January 31st at 4pm. All items not picked up by 4pm will be donated to the PTO.

Please check the lost and found. All items will be donated on January 31st at 9am.

February 6th Class Picture Day

Class Photos: Class photos will be on Thursday, February 6th. Please order online here

We are looking for parent volunteers to help with picture day in the afternoon. Sign up here if you can help.

Please click here for the registration link for the Summer Sports Camp. If you have any questions please reach out to Mrs. Sherburne, Mrs. Urzendowski or Mrs. Chambless.

Registration for after school clubs is Open!

Click on the link here to register for a club. Club meetings will start the week of February 3rd and run for six weeks, ending right before Spring Break.

Debate Club
Coding Club
Hands to Hearts Club
Cosmetology Salon Jr.
Card Game Club
D&D Club
Inspired Swifties
Junior Jewelers
The STEMMY's
Lego Masters
Happy Crafts
Mrs. Combe's Creative Crafters
Pokemon Club
The Book Creation Club
Beginners American Sign Language
LEGO Engineering and Coding
Volleyball Club
Young Chefs

DCSD is committed to implementing equitable practices to increase access to advanced/gifted learning opportunities. Based on state and national recommendations and requirements, we implement Universal Screening for students in 2nd grade (February).

2nd Grade Universal Screen

As part of this process, ALL students in 2nd grade not identified for gifted programming will take the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) the week of February 3, 2025. This assessment indicates the level and pattern of cognitive development of a student in comparison to grade and age mates. These general reasoning abilities, which start developing at birth and continue through early adulthood, are influenced by experiences gained both in and out of school.

If your child is already identified for gifted programming, they will not participate in this universal screen testing. Your Gifted Education Facilitator will contact you directly with information about this process.

Kindergarten/ 1st Grade Gifted Identification Referral Testing

If your child is in K or 1st grade and you believe he/she needs evaluation for Gifted Identification and Services, you may refer your child for testing by initiating the Gifted Identification Process.
NOTE: Requesting this assessment automatically initiates the process to evaluate for Gifted Identification.
Please request CogAT testing for your child by completing the Referral for Gifted Identification linked HERE.
Upon receipt of this form the Gifted Education Facilitator will connect with you to discuss next steps in the gifted identification process.

If you have any questions please reach out to Kimberly Mayne at kmayne@aspenviewacademy.org