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February 4, 2021
Greetings! Enjoy our Saints News! 
HEAD OF SCHOOL MUSINGS
Off Campus Sports

I want to celebrate our VCHS CHSAA athletes, especially those competing for other local high schools in Alpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing and Hockey. Along with boys and girls basketball players, 40% of our students are competing in a CHSAA winter sport.
 
So even though they’re competing for the Huskies, they are still Saints making VCHS proud.
 
Alpine – Addison Beuche, Orion Adelman, Kamryn Brausch, Shannon Lyle, Robin Pavelich, Juliet Studess, and Lindsey Whitton
 
Nordic – Addison Beuche, Andrew Olmsted, Luke Olmsted, Lindsey Whitton, Kaden Williams, and Peyton Zintgraff.
 
Hockey (pictured) – Nate Bishop, Keegan Collins, Ollie Grems, Simon Hosna, Brock Petersmeyer, and Jorge Sinaloa.
 
Go Saints!
Steve O'Neil
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wednesday February 10 at 8:30 am
Social Media with Steve O’Neil
Thursday February 18 at 7:00 pm
All Things Freshmen with Mindy Larson
Wednesday February 24 at 8:30 am
College/Career/Goals/Service with Lori Hixon
Wednesday March 3 at 7:00 pm
Teen Stress and Anxiety with Krista McClinton
Wednesday March 10 at 8:30 am
Covid-19 Where Things Stand Now and Where They’re Going with Mandy Ivanov

Look for Zoom invitations to come via email.
BRAVOS!
Hall of Fame

Stop by the East Building to see our new bling!

Thank you to Athletic Director, Tim Pierson for his creative vision and to the Parent Association for awarding a grant to fund these displays of VCHS's values of Excellence, Faith, Character and Community.
SPORTS
Mort Mulliken Photography
Leo Roars and Vail Christian Basketball Finds its Groove
Congratulations to both the Varsity Boys and Varsity Girls teams for your victories on Tuesday.

See full Vail Daily article HERE.
Our VCHS basketball games are live streamed on the VCHS YouTube channel Subscribe today!

Upcoming:
Friday February 5 - VCHS @ Hayden
JV Boys 4pm | JV Girls 4pm
Varsity Girls 6pm | Varsity Boys 8pm

Saturday February 6 - VCHS vs Belleview Christian @ home
Varsity Girls 2pm | Varsity Boys3:30pm
STUDENT LIFE
The class of 2021 was blessed with a special Senior Lunch on Wednesday with food from Henry's Chinese Cafe. The seniors were celebrated as a class and made plans for the spring ahead. This was one of the many celebrations to come for our senior class this semester.
Culture Care
We are excited for the second half of the book/art sessions for VCHS Freshmen girls and their mothers.

Upcoming meeting dates:
Feb 21, Feb 28, and March 7.

Please contact Shawna Wilson to RSVP or ask questions.
National Honor Society Tutoring
NHS Juniors and Seniors are available to help students
Thursdays during either Flex period in room 101.
NHS Tutors
NHS Tutors in action
New Clubs on Campus
There are 3 new clubs on campus. If you are interested in Chess, Financial Investing, or Vinyl, there is now a club for you! Stay tuned for more information.
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COUNSELOR'S CORNER - Mrs. Hixon
Dollars for Scholars:
Application Deadline is approaching and interviews are being scheduled. Learn more and apply online here.
Scholarship Opportunity:
Schulze Family Foundation college scholarship application portal is open. Learn more at their website.

Attention Senior Parents:
CSS Profile: CSS Application: https://cssprofile.collegeboard.org/
Other helpful links:

Visit your Naviance account for additional virtual tours and college information.
College Spotlight Videos:
FAITH MATTERS
Enjoy this week's Chapel Band Performance of Battle Belongs
HEALTHY MIND & SPIRIT
7 Thoughtful Ways to Reach Out to Others This Year
Healthy M & S
A recent survey revealed that loneliness in the U.S. has reached “epidemic levels,” with more than half of Americans saying they feel lonely. It’s a sad statistic, but it’s also a big opportunity. We can reach out to friends, acquaintances, and even strangers with simple acts of kindness that show we care. Here are some practical ways to demonstrate our love this year.
 
PARENT ASSOCIATION NEWS
Mini Grants - Spring Semester 2021
Parent Association is happy to award the following mini grants for the spring semester:
  • Support to Athletics for Gymnasium Wall Design telling the Saint's Story
  • Funding of a Wide Format Printer for the Art Department
  • Support for NHS's Zero Waste campaign
  • Funding for Theater's Costume & Spotlight Rental

The next round of Mini Grant requests will take place in April 2021 for Fall 2021 disbursements.

City Market Community Rewards 
It's that time of year again! Register your City Market Value Card with Vail Christian High School to support the Parent Association just by shopping at City Market. For more information, click here.

Next Meeting - Spring Planning
February 10th - Virtual 5:30 pm

Please visit www.VCHSParentAssociation.org for all Parent Association information.
NEWS TO KNOW
2021-2022 School Calendar

Click here to view the 2021-22 school calendar for your information.

Please note that the student life dates are not yet added (homecoming, prom, etc.) and all items are subject to change until the final 2021/22 calendar is released.
Yearbook Information
Purchase yearbook from the VCHS Yearbook Store for $35.

  • New this year - seniors only section! Each senior will receive one FREE 1/2 page "Senior Parent Ad". After purchasing your yearbook, to personalize your senior's page, click on "Design My Ad".

Please email the yearbook staff with questions.
A la carte items available for purchase on credit card or house account only.
Rustic Farm to Fork - Expanded Services
We are excited to announce Chelsea's new Take and Bake Menu offering delicious, prepared meals to bake at home. These are available for pick up or scheduled delivery.

You may order through Mymealorder.com the same way you order lunches. If you don't have an account please reach out to [email protected] to set one up. Click HERE for more information and click HERE for the menu.
Now is the time to seize the day! 

The VCHS Spring musical has been announced. Get ready for Newsies!

Save the dates for April 8th, 9th and 10th. More information to come.
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Pack it in, Pack it out: Zero Waste Policy

Front Office: 970-926-3015 (EXT. 4102)
Mon-Thurs 8am-3pm, Fri 8am-12pm

IT Help Desk: Visit vchs.org and click on the help desk link in the footer to enter a support ticket.

Attendance Email: If your student is ill or arriving late, please email [email protected].
COVID-19 RESOURCES

"Should I go to school/work today?" Please use the Covid Symptom Screen and refer to the most up-to-date Eagle County guidelines to determine if you or your student needs to stay home due to illness.

The Colorado state's dial dashboard website has level-specific information and the Eagle County COVID-19 website links to various useful resources.

STAY AT HOME IF YOU EXPERIENCE:
If your student is ill or arriving late, please email [email protected].
THIS WEEK
Friday | 2.5

Saturday | 2.6
A LOOK AHEAD
Monday | 2.8  
  • Re-enrollment closes

Tuesday | 2.9  
  • Basketball vs VMS @ away

Wednesday | 2.10 
  • Freshman Focus Virtual Meeting 8:00 am
  • Parent Association Virtual Meeting 5:30pm

Friday | 2.12 
  • Chinese New Year
  • EVEN Schedule

Monday | 2.15 
  • Presidents' Day - No School

Tuesday | 2.16 
  • Shrove Tuesday - Pancake lunch provided
  • Social Dilemma Viewing