Greetings! Enjoy our Saints News!
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Is your student looking for a ‘normal’ summer experience? Looking to serve others and learn along the way? Is he/she interested in the environment, working with children, and connecting the two?
VCHS is 1 of 14 member schools with Students Shoulder-to-Shoulder (SStS), a locally-based non-profit with a bold purpose – to grow a global network of ethical leaders. This summer, SStS is offering 9 global, domestic, and Colorado based trips. To avoid risk to their students and NGO partners, SStS has pushed their programming deep into the summer months so that participating students might have an opportunity to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to travel.
However, there is a Colorado trip based in Boulder in which students will work with Thorne Nature Experience connecting environmental stewardship and a youth camp program. This experience does not require participating students to be vaccinated. VCHS students can apply for this opportunity and join other SStS member school students. If there’s enough interest from VCHS students, as well as from a few of our faculty, SStS has agreed that the trip could be solely tailored for VCHS. It’s currently scheduled July 25-August 7.
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I’m a huge fan of SStS, especially because one of their trips had a huge impact on my son between his junior and senior years at VCHS. This is what he had to say:
- My SStS experience in Peru was by far one of the highlights of my time in high school. It wasn't just because it was a thrilling adventure in the high Andes, it wasn't just because of the meaningful relationships that I made; it was because I was able to immerse myself in an entirely different culture.
- I learned a lot through my SStS experience – ethical leadership principles, the local environment and indigenous traditions, but most importantly I discovered the importance of the shared human experience.
- SStS offers an opportunity to push yourself out of your comfort zone, have an experience you will never forget, and leave inspired to bring about positive change.
Thomas O’Neil – Vail Christian High School ’19, Georgetown University ’23
I’d encourage your student to apply to any of the programs and SStS will hold a spot with no financial risk at this time. If a sufficient number of VCHS students apply for the Thorne Nature Experience in Boulder, we will work to make it an exclusive SStS-VCHS trip. I’m passionate about this because it’s so on point with our school’s mission – equipping mind, body, and spirit for lives of purpose, service, and leadership!
Steve O'Neil, Head of School
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Senior Saints Basketball
We honored our 5 senior basketball players: Zoey Barela, Greta Grems, Kaylie Kraft, Grace McCurdy, and Sandra Tellor after Monday's game with Soroco. Congratulations to these students who are closing a chapter of their lives and heading onto the next season of their lives. We are very proud of them.
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Kudos to Jim Pyke - Recognizing Female Diversity in AP Computer Science |
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Studying computer science can open doors for students, giving them the tools to excel, and setting them up for high-paying careers, but girls have been left behind for far too long. That’s why the College Board is honoring schools for expanding young women's participation in AP Computer Science classes and for the important steps they’re taking to reach gender parity. Schools receiving the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award have achieved either 50% or higher female exam taker representation in one of or both AP Computer Science courses, or a percentage of female computer science exam takers that meets or exceeds that of the school’s female population. |
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Winter Fun Day!
All-school Winter Fun Day was a huge success with students enjoying off campus activities. Check out these students skiing, ice skating, bowling and playing card games.
VCHS Seniors spent a day in the sun at Iron Mountain Hot Springs.
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Thank you STUCO for such a special day of play! AND Thank you to Mindy Larson for her leadership and unrelenting effort put forth to create an event that is likely to become a VCHS tradition! |
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Thank you Parent Association for sponsoring Winter Fun Day!
We are deeply grateful for the following individuals for going above and beyond to provide the food, transportation and support: Shannon and Tony O'Brien, Jon and Nancy Tellor, Shawn Darling and Stephanie Shaffer Darling and Katie Rothenberg.
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Thursday March 4
VCHS @ Home vs VMS
- Girls Junior Varsity 4:00
- Boys Junior Varsity 5:30
- Boys Varsity 7:00
Saturday March 6
VCHS @ Home vs Olathe
Saturday March 6
VCHS @ Away vs TBD
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Home Game Spectators - We allow immediate family and limited student spectators into our home games. If you would like to attend, please email Kristy Maslan.
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Grace McCurdy and Zoey Barela put up a big fight against Soroco. Pictured, Zoey Barela charging hard. (Heidi Cofelice photo) |
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Vail Christian's Jesse Gonzales scores 16 points in a 66-53 victory over Soroco (Chris Dillmann Daily file photo) |
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Our Boys and Girls Saints have rallied through the season with positive records, even in the face of covid quarantines.
Varsity boys had a big win Monday night over Soroco. Boys and Girls teams play at home tonight against VMS and Saturday will be the final games in our regular season.
Read full Vail Daily article HERE.
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NATIONAL DAY OF UNPLUGGING
March 5-6, 2021
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On the first Friday in March, National Day of Unplugging, kicks off a 24-hour period from sundown to sundown, to unplug, unwind, relax and do things other than using today’s technology, electronics, and social media. Disconnecting or unplugging from all the digital static offers us an opportunity to reset. It also allows us to make more human connections with the people around us.
Consider whether accepting this challenge might make an impact on your family.
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8 Reasons Why You Should Unplug One Day a Week |
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In her new book 24/6: The Power of Unplugging One Day a Week, Webby Award founder, Emmy-nominated filmmaker, and mother of two, Tiffany Shlain explores how turning off screens for 24 hours each week can work wonders on your brain, body, and soul.
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Last chance to donate is tomorrow, Friday March 5th! Clear out your closets and help others.
NHS President, Mollie Ritsch has spearheaded a Coat & Sock Drive. NHS is collecting new & used socks and coats now through March 5th. Collection boxes are located by the front office.
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VCHS Freshmen girls and moms, join us for the final meeting date this Sunday March 7th!
Please contact Shawna Wilson to RSVP or ask questions.
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Now is the time to seize the day! |
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The VCHS Theater Department presents Newsies! Save the dates for April 8th, 9th and 10th in Grace Auditorium. Reservations required.
EXTRA EXTRA! If you are interested in purchasing an advertisement in the production program, please contact Kristy Maslan.
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We have prop needs! Please contact Melinda Carlson if you can lend or donate: 8 small wooden kitchen chairs, or an old wooden swivel desk chair.
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Final Session: Wednesday March 10 at 8:30 am
Covid-19 Where Things Stand Now and Where They’re Going with Mandy Ivanov, ECPHE
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Click HERE to find out more about how Students Shoulder to Shoulder gives students in grades 8-12 the opportunity to learn about the principle of ethical leadership from inspiring nonprofit leaders. Students discover the complexity of global challenges by working and learning alongside our trusted partners while immersed in the communities they serve.
Saints, please remember to log your required Service Hours. Use your creativity to find new ways to serve in our community during Covid - reach out to neighbors, teachers, etc. and ask how you can help out.
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Utilize these local resources:
List of several non profits in the Valley:
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VCHS National Honor Society volunteered with Loaves and Fishes Wednesday evening. Mrs Hixon and these students worked together to prepare and serve over 75 hot meals to bless our local community. |
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COUNSELOR'S CORNER - Mrs. Hixon |
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Summer is an excellent time to explore your interests, work, shadow professionals, and/or attend summer programs. Remember work is a great way to grow your responsibility and learn a new skill. Internships, summer programs, and job shadows allow you to learn more about careers and majors that are interesting. Take some time to review the attached list and think about how best to spend your summer.
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To aid in your college search please visit:
College Resources from Colorado Western Slope College Outreach:
Colorado Western Slope Fair is tentatively scheduled for Oct 3rd in Aspen
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Attention Senior Parents:
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2021 Spring Virtual College Fairs and other helpful links for Juniors and Seniors:
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Visit your Naviance account for additional virtual tours and college information. |
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VCHS Parent Association was happy to serve snacks at the last two basketball games, support Senior Night for Girls' Basketball and contribute to Student Council's Winter Fun Day. We hope all Saints had a great time! |
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Basketball Sports Photos
are on the way!
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
March 10th - Virtual 5:30 pm
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Enjoy this week's Chapel Presentation from
Denae O'Neil on Change
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VCHS Chapel Band
Performance of Higher
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Yearbook FINAL DEADLINE APPROACHING |
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- 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.
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National Honor Society Tutoring
NHS Juniors and Seniors are available to help students Thursdays during either Flex period in room 101.
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PLEASE NOTE: Rustic Farm to Fork snacks and lunches will not be available through Friday March 5th. We apologize for any inconvenience. |
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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].
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STAY AT HOME IF YOU EXPERIENCE:
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Friday | 3.5
Friday | 3.5 - Saturday | 3.6
- National Day of Unplugging
Saturday | 3.6
- Girls Varsity @Home vs Olathe 11:30am
- Basketball Varsity Boys vs TBD Away
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Monday | 3.8
Wednesday | 3.10
Friday | 3.12
- EVEN Schedule
- Last Day of Quarter
Monday| 3.15 - Friday| 3.19
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