A Message From the Principal
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The safety of your children will always remain my number 1 priority. Clearly, the two events that occurred in the past week truly support that need for safety. The situation that began Tuesday and lasted into Wednesday was unprecedented. Never have I seen an incident that caused so many school districts to close. I also realize that when the school initiates various security measures (lockout) that it may cause frustration for students and parents. This is especially so when it occurs so close to the end of the day like both of our incidents did. That timing makes it difficult to get a timely communication out to the parents as quickly as I would like. I, like my entire staff, are very preoccupied making sure our students, staff, and parents are safe. Once the incident is over, I try to send a communication and share what I can. I do this to keep you informed and to also control the rumor mill. So many times, the information that students share is far from what happened.
Thank you for your patience and understanding when situations like these arise. I know it is frustrating to have to wait in line and show an ID in order to get your child. This is done solely for the safety of everyone. I would prefer to explain that we are causing a frustration by making you wait a little longer because we are keeping your child safe rather than explain a frustration because we did not initiate our safety protocols with fidelity and a child was hurt. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please know that the safety of your children will never be compromised. I have mentioned before, when it comes to student safety, I treat your child like they are my own and do whatever it takes to keep them safe.
Finally, I cannot thank our staff enough for how they responded with both of these emergencies. Their dedication and commitment to your children is second to none!
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Character Counts at Aspen View.
This school is more than a place to master academic content; it is a place to grow into a well-rounded and thoughtful young adults.
This focus on character development is evident in standing AVA traditions such as the morning recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance and Student Creed, the recognition given to "Character Award" recipients each trimester, and the distribution of "Wolf Bucks" when students are observed while demonstrating excellence, to name a few.
To build on this foundation AVA middle school has launched an additional three-pronged approach.
There is now a daily character reflection built into every 1st period class. During the additional 15 minutes at the start of homeroom students are guided to reflect on one of our school's core values (R.E.S.P.E.C.T.). This reflection takes the form of a brief daily class discussion in which they review an inspirational quote, share affirmations with classmates, or brainstorm ways to put character into action.
There is also a weekly focus on one of our core values (which will grow into a monthly focus starting next year). The goal is to spend a sustained period of time discussing and thinking about each of our school values so that we can deeply dive into what they mean and how they improve our lives.
Finally, we are hosting large group meetings once a trimester where students participate in an open, guided discussions about the negatives and positives we see in our school culture, where we can grow, and what each of them can do to make sure that everyone in the building is having the best experience possible. In the future these meetings will provide the opportunity to discuss a range of character topics and student needs.
This on-going effort was introduced at the start of the current trimester and will continue as a tradition into the beginning of next year. AVA believes in the value of R.E.S.P.E.C.T. and strives to support the character education of our students as an investment in our school community and our students' future.
Bruce Gordon
MS Asst. Principal
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8th Grade Families Going to DC/NY!!
Our final departure meeting will be next Tuesday April 23rd at 6pm in the AVA cafeteria! It is very important that you attend this meeting as we will be going over final details, meeting times, the full itinerary, handing out backpacks, t-shirts, and also answering any questions! You don't want to miss it!
If you have questions or concerns, please email
Alicia Mund.
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8th Grade Parents,
We received a great response to the survey about parents having the option to purchase a memento for their 8th grade student. Below are the details of how to order and when to pick up.
If you would like to provide your 8th Grader a memento of their time at Aspen View Academy you may purchase an engraved 4 x 6 picture frame from this
link for $10. You will have until April 30th to purchase this memento. They will be available the last week of school to pick up or you may pick it up just before the celebration on May 22nd. We will send an email to those families who have purchased once this item has arrived.
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Friday, April 26th is our spring picture day. This is a dress of choice day as well. Only students who bring the order form to school will be photographed. Please be sure to tell your student(s) to be sure to give their order form to their teacher. Order forms will be coming home with your student.
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PreK and Kindergarten Students
During spring pictures (Friday, April 26th), the photographer will also be offering cap and gown pictures for your preK/Kindergarten student. Students will only be photographed if they bring the order form. If you choose to have them photographed, you may choose to order graduation photos and/or spring photos. Order forms will be sent home with your student(s). Please be sure your little ones know to turn the form(s) in to their teachers.
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Mornings with Mom
Friday, May 10 - Make sure you Save the Date. The AVA PTO will be hosting one our most popular events. Please join us before school for beverages and delicious morning foods. More details to follow soon.
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Congratulation to 7th grade student Selah Young, the winner of the Middle School "Spring Paper Plate Art Contest". There were 25 excellent submissions, which now decorate the main staircase. This puts her House, the Dire Wolves, in first place for the month of April. 8th grade students Shea Davis and Erica Naekel Cano were voted 2nd and 3rd. Thank you to everyone who participated. AVA is proud of its talented and creative students.
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Thank you to all those families that contributed to the food drive for Nebraska Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. It was a great success. Supplies will be delivered this weekend. We appreciate our AVA families’ generosity!
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AVA PTO Golf Tournament
May 3, 2019, 1 pm at Plum Creek Golf Course. Don’t put this off till the last minute, seats are limited!
Bring your family or friends to play in our AVA PTO Golf Tournament fundraiser.
Check-in will be at 11:30 am with a shotgun start 1:00 pm (scramble format).
You don’t play golf? That’s just fine. After the tournament there will be a dinner (South of the Border theme) + Silent Auction: 6:15 pm.
Awards will be presented at 6:45 pm.
- Golfing? Register for the Tournament here. Discount on foursomes. (Discount applied at checkout)
- Dinner and Silent Auction Only? Get tickets here.
- Interested in securing a sponsorship? Click here to review the sponsorship levels
- Can't golf, eat, or bid? Click here to donate directly.
All funds raised go to the AVA Library for a very modern, interactive facelift.
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Do you have an incoming kindergartner for the 19/20 school year? If so, click
here for information on the Kindergarten Readiness Camp.
This is for all incoming half day and full day kindergartners (the flyer says full day only, but that is incorrect). Sign up now, as space is limited.
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King Soopers Reloadable Gift Cards
Big changes are coming to the reloadable gift cards you have been using. Here is an
FAQ for what is changing and how you can take advantage of the newer, better Community Rewards. You can also click
here to find out more.
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Logging Volunteer Hours
Early reminder to log your AVA volunteer hours. It’s not always the first thing we think about, so if you need a little motivation, the first 200 people to complete logging all of their hours (30 hours) will receive a very special gift. Click
here to log hours. If you have any questions or need help logging your hours, please email
Sheri Cahill.
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Click
here
for the Summer Camp flyer with more details. The June schedule is due by May 23rd.
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Homework Helpers Club
- What: Students (K-5 and 6-8) can seek help with their homework from a teacher. (This is not one-on-one tutoring, but it is a structured, academic environment in which to focus on homework completion.)
- When: Mondays and Wednesdays, March 25th – May 15th, all call-5 PM
- Where: K-5 Room 103; 6-8 Room 300
- Who: One teacher will facilitate each session. (An additional Teacher will be added if numbers exceed 13.) Student limit = 26 per session
Cost: $10/session
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Wolf Shack Hours
Wolf Shack hours are 3-4 on Fridays.
Online orders can also be placed and will be delivered to your student's classroom.
If you have questions, please
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After School Clubs are now open for sign up for grades K-8. Please
click here for more information and to register.
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Please click on a link below to sign up to volunteer in one of the following areas.
Thank you for all that you do.
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Fax: (303) 660-5959
Attendance Line: (303) 660-5940
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Aspen View Academy
2131 Low Meadow Blvd.
Castle Rock, CO 80109
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