Greetings! Enjoy our Saints News!
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I’m an optimist by nature – a glass much more than half full kind of guy. Even more so, my faith gives me wings to see opportunities – possibilities. I’m buoyed by Scripture passages like these - God can do anything, you know—far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! That’s why I’m so excited about the work we’re currently doing with strategic planning. We’re in research mode but soon will transition to further refine our school's purpose and mission – and all of the opportunities and possibilities that lie ahead for VCHS.
We’re in the process of solidifying a vision and the roadmap to get there, planning with human minds and hands but more importantly asking God to reveal His vision for VCHS over the next 4 years – 2025 – the ¼ century mark – what we want to see and do for our current 9th, 10th and 11th grade students and for next year’s freshmen class – the Class of 2025.
Without jumping too far ahead, we’re doing a deep dive analyzing who we are today – what’s working well, what needs to improve, and what amazing opportunities lie around the corner. Thank you for taking time to complete alumni, faculty, parent, and student surveys. We’re currently pouring over all of that rich feedback, and this month, we will begin conducting small focus groups with alumni, faculty, parents, students, and key partners, to learn even more.
I’m grateful to work with such a talented strategic planning team: Bizzy Barry (board), Kevin Bohren (board, alumni parent), Erin Boselli (board, parent, alumni parent), Steve Gamble (VCHS friend), John Horan-Kates (alumni parent, VCHS founder, facilitator), Katie Rothenberg (parent), Larkin Smith ’15 (alumna), Robert Veitch (parent), and Barb Wilson (faculty, parent, alumni parent). Pray with us that our vision would expand even further and be aligned with God’s vision for VCHS – a steely-resolved belief that He can do anything, far more than we can ever imagine or guess or request in our wildest dreams!
Steve O’Neil
Head of School
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NEWSIES The Musical has been rescheduled for Friday, April 16 (7:00) and Saturday, April 17 (2:30 and 7:00). Those who already purchased tickets, will receive an email confirming refund. To book tickets for the new musical dates and times, please click here. We are very sorry for this inconvenience.
Bravos to the flexibility and resilience of our theater department rolling with the punches and showing true grit and determination to come out on top.
A quote from senior lead, Langley Cerovich,
“This show embodies the heart of kids who have suffered under terrible conditions. We face challenges that seem impossible to overcome, but the willpower we bring to the stage is what helps us win. Everyone has such amazing stage presence and power as we become real Newsies!” Well said Langley.
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Vail Christian’s Grace Engleby swatting a point down against West Grand on Friday night. Engleby and the Saints beat the Mustangs in four. |
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Persevering through Covid cancellations, the VCHS girls Volleyball team waits patiently for their next match at home against North Park next Tuesday, April 13th 5:00pm (Varsity Only).
Congrats for your undefeated record of 5-0!
Read full Vail Daily Article, highlighting the three Graces (Engleby, Allen and McCurdy) HERE.
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Wacky Tacky Week April 12-16 |
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Wednesday 4/14 - Modified Schedule
- Period 1 - 8:00-9:10
- Period 3 - 9:14-10:24
- Period 5 - 10:28-11:38
- Lunch/Chapel - 11:42-12:12 & 12:12-12:42 *Lunch will be provided from Rustic Farm to Fork.
- Period 7 - 12:46-1:56
- Extreme Scavenger Hunt 1:56-3:12
Thursday 4/15 - Modified Schedule
- Period 2 - 8:00-8:58
- Period 4 - 9:02-10:00
- Period 6 - 10:04-11:02
- Period 8 - 11:06-12:04
- Lunch/Flex - 12:04-12:34 & 12:34-1:04
- Kickball Tournament 1:10-3:00 St. Clare Field
- Ice Cream at VCHS before Last Bell
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Now is the time to seize the day! |
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The VCHS Theater Department presents Newsies, live in Grace Auditorium! If you purchased tickets for the original shows, please look for a refund email.
Click the link below to purchase tickets for the new dates & times.
April 16th - 7:00 pm
April 17th - 2:30 pm & 7:00 pm
Advance ticket purchase required. Reserved Seating by family group. Masks Required.
Please click HERE to purchase your tickets.
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Articulation Art & Literary Magazine - Seeking Student Submissions |
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Now accepting live performance art for the digital version of the publication! Submit MP4 videos of your music, dance, spoken word & more! |
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Calling all artists and creative writers! Deadline April 20th!
Please share your art, poetry, creative writing, and performance art on any theme for a chance to be published in VCHS's Articulation Literary Arts Magazine.
Thank you for contributing your creativity to produce the best magazine possible!
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Sophomores from various Connect groups served lasagna, salad and dessert to the community at Loaves and Fishes on Wednesday.
"Go, eat your food with gladness, and drink with a joyful heart!"
-Ecclesiastes 9:7
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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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Students Shoulder to Shoulder is a locally-based non-profit that gives students the opportunity to learn about ethical leadership from inspiring nonprofit leaders. Students discover the complexity of global challenges while immersed in the communities they serve, working with children and focused on the environment.
SStS has a bold purpose – to grow a global network of ethical leaders. This summer, SStS is offering 9 global, domestic, and Colorado based trips. There is also a Colorado trip based in Boulder in which students will work with Thorne Nature Experience connecting environmental stewardship and a youth camp program. VCHS students can apply for this opportunity and join other SStS member school students. |
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Other helpful local resources:
List of several non profits in the Valley:
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COUNSELOR'S CORNER - Mrs. Hixon |
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Regional Officers of Admission of the Rockies, or ROAR, is offering a series of virtual events for high school juniors, their parents, and their school counselors to prepare for the upcoming college search process. |
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Virtual College Fair - CACHET College Admissions Collaborative Highlighting Engineering and Technology
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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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Just Breathe
Watching these kids share their perspectives and secrets for calming their bodies is a great reminder for us all to pause and take a moment to find mindfulness and reign in our stress response.
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Next Meeting - Wednesday April 14th at 5:30pm (virtual).
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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 order online HERE. |
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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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Tuesday | 4.13
- Volleyball 5pm at Home vs North Park
Friday | 4.16
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Newsies 7:00pm - Advance ticket purchase required. Reserved Seating by family group. Masks Required. Please click HERE to purchase your tickets.
Saturday | 4.17
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Newsies 2:30pm & 7:00pm - Advance ticket purchase required. Reserved Seating by family group. Masks Required. Please click HERE to purchase your tickets.
SAVE THE DATE
Friday | 5.14
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