Greetings! Enjoy our Saints News! 
HEAD OF SCHOOL MUSINGS
I want to put a plug in for the upcoming Alpha Film Series run by one of our Theology teachers, Scott Leonard. Parents, if you haven’t done Alpha, I’d encourage you to consider this 4-week opportunity starting on Monday, September 14th.

Denae and I first encountered Alpha in the mid-90s when we were part of Christ Church Denver. Later, with my brother and his family living in London and attending Holy Trinity Brompton, the church out of which Alpha was founded, we found ourselves reconnected with Alpha again. More recently, my sister-in-law – a huge Alpha fan – became the Executive Director for Alpha’s Mid-Atlantic region and separately Scott approached me about offering Alpha at VCHS. What was God trying to say to me?

What I love about Alpha is that it’s designed for everyone, regardless of where they are on the spiritual spectrum – Christian faith, no Christian faith, atheist, agnostic, other religions, etc. The films and conversations are non-denominational and also endorsed by the Catholic church. Alpha’s motto is UNITY – “what unites us is greater than what divides us.” We need more of that now than ever. Alpha helps everyone more deeply explore life’s biggest and thorniest spiritual questions and find answers in an inclusive, non-judgmental context.

Dip your toe in the water and try one session or join for all four. Bring a friend. And reach out to Scott by email at sleonard@vchsweb.org to sign up or learn more.

Warm Regards,
Steve O'Neil
EXPLORING THE CHRISTIAN FAITH
Join Scott Leonard for the 4-week Alpha Film Series, starting on September 14th. Watch the promo video to learn more: https://vimeo.com/204052948.

Regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey, this program will bless your life! Two times are offered for parents on Monday mornings at 7-7:45 am and 8-8:45am in room 209.
NEW PARENT PLUG-IN VIRTUAL EVENT
Don't miss your chance to connect and share with other new VCHS families and administration at our Freshman/Transfer
Parent Plug-In virtual event Wednesday September 9th from 9-9:45am. Please mark your calendar and watch for an email from
Mr. O'Neil with the Zoom Invitation.
BRAVOS!
A BIG WELCOME to our new students from across the country and around the world!

9th
Simon Hosna - Czech Republic

10th
Ross Anderson - Lake Charles, LA

11th
Issy Grosz - Wildwood, MO
Shilin Wang - China
COVID SYMPTOM SCREEN
"Should I go to school/work today?" Please use the Covid Symptom Screen to determine if you or your student needs to stay at home due to illness.

STAY AT HOME IF YOU EXPERIENCE:
SAINTS SPORTS
GO SAINTS! CLICK HERE for detailed information on our Intramural Sports Program.

Students participating in sports during the '20-'21 school year are required to have a physical form on file with the Athletic Director before starting practice.
Boys Tennis at Grand Junction
NEWS TO KNOW
Senior Board Photo Request:
Seniors, please submit a recent photo to kmaslan@vchsweb.org for the senior board.

Pack it in, Pack it out:

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 attendance@vchsweb.org.
PICTURE DAY!
Mark your calendar for September 10th and visit mylifetouch.com to order online or use the paper order form your student received at school.

To order online: mylifetouch.com
VCHS #: EVTG8N2XH
COUNSELOR'S CORNER - Mrs. Hixon
NOTICE: Senior Parent Meeting moves virtual. Mark your calendars to join Mrs. Hixon at 5pm on Thursday September 10th - Zoom Invitation to come by email
In the midst of these virtual times, the US Air Force Academy has coordinated with all of the Service Academies, Congressional Staffers for Colorado and ROTC programs, and scheduled a virtual information night on September 15thCLICK HERE for the flyer for the event, with a registration link for the Zoom meeting. NROTC Scholarship information may be viewed HERE, with a link to more detailed information and the opportunity to register for a NROTC Specific Information session that is held every Wednesday at 11am and 5pm. Also offered are Resume Writing Workshops, Interview Preparation Workshops, and Essay Writing Workshops. 

If you are interested in attending any of the Academies or participating in ROTC please take advantage of the September 15th online event. For more event details and event schedule, CLICK HERE. 
College Spotlight Videos:
Other helpful links:

Visit your Naviance account for additional virtual tours and college information.
RUSTIC FARM TO FORK
Starting next Tuesday Rustic Farm to Fork will be offering a la carte items daily from 7:30 to 10 am - credit card or house account only. Details will come via email.
PARENT ASSOCIATION NEWS
Team & Senior Sports Photos
Click here to order your athletes sports photos

Water Filler
Parent Association has gifted an additional water filler to the school. Check it out between the bathrooms on the lower level at the west end of the building.

Get Involved
The next Parent Association Meeting is Wednesday, September 9th at 5:30pm in Room 209 in the academic building. We will be social distancing within the classroom.

Volunteer Opportunities
Parent Association is seeking volunteers for ongoing roles, our possible golf tournament, and freshman class representatives! Please contact Shannon O'Brien or Nancy Tellor if you are interested in finding out more about any of these opportunities.

Spirit Wear
Click here to go to our online store.

Sponsorship & Membership
Get it done now and be ready when sports to begin! Click here to register/sponsor.
HEALTHY MIND & SPIRIT
Research shows that when we take a few minutes each day to relax our bodies and minds, we can strengthen our immune systems and become clear, creative, and compassionate in stressful situations.

TheWeekly Pause is a simple resource for personal well-being. Subscribe HERE.

Other Helpful Resources:
THIS WEEK
Thursday | 9.3
EVEN Schedule

Friday | 9.4
ODD Schedule

Saturday | 9.5
SAT Test Date @ VCHS
A LOOK AHEAD
Monday | 9.7
Labor Day - No School

Tuesday | 9.8
Boys Golf @ Haymaker Steamboat

Boys Tennis vs Basalt 3pm @ Home Vail Tennis Center

Wednesday | 9.9
Freshman/Transfer Parent Plug-In 9am - Zoom Invitation to come from Mr. O'Neil

Parent Association Meeting 5:30pm – 6:30pm, Room 209

Thursday | 9.10
Lifetouch Picture Day

Virtual Senior Parent Meeting 5pm - Zoom Invitation to come from Mrs. Hixon

Thursday | 9.11
ODD Schedule

Friday | 9.12
Boys Tennis vs Steamboat/Aspen 11am & 1pm @ Steamboat

Tuesday | 9.15
Boys Golf @ Vail Golf Club

Virtual Back to School Night - details to be announced

Thursday | 9.18
ODD Schedule