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Trailblazer Weekly | February 26, 2024
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Overland High School
BLAZER GREAT. BLAZER PROUD. BLAZER EXCELLENT.
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Tickets to sporting events are now cashless and spectators must use the GoFan app to purchase tickets. | | |
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Overland presents our spring musical, Cabaret, from February 29 through March 2 at 7:00pm.
Tickets are available online and at the door.
General Seating:
$10 Adults
$5 Students
Cabaret Table Seating for Two:
Limited Availability
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AP Exam Fees – due 2/28
- Cost per AP Exam | $98.00
- Cost per AP Exam for Free or Reduced | $40.00 (letter required)
- AP/ College Board Late Registration Fee | $40.00 (Any exam registered after Nov 15)
- Late Payment Fee | $25.00 (Added after February 28 payment due date)
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It’s time to celebrate reading during Cherry Creek Reads 2024, a districtwide celebration of reading, coming up March 11-15, 2024!
The theme for the week is “Read Together, Inspire Together” which is based on the book, Words of Wonder from Z to A, written by Zaila Avant-garde and illustrated by Keisha Morris. Avant-garde is a young adult author who presents an inspiring picture book filled with her favorite words, from Z to A. The book features motivational words like KINDNESS, HOPE, and RESILIENCE, alongside Zaila's own uplifting reflections.
Words of Wonder from Z to A prompts us to wonder and ask questions like, What’s one word that inspires me? Do the words I use inspire others? How are our words perceived?
Cherry Creek Schools students, parents, teachers, staff, friends and family members are encouraged to read for 68 minutes or more during the week of the event. That’s one minute of reading for every CCSD school. Some other activities students and families can do at home are visiting your local school or public library and find some amazing new books, have a device free evening where family members are reading together, or work together to identify a word that represents your family.
So grab a book and join us for Cherry Creek Reads 2024!
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Contact the Activities Office with any questions. | |
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Academic Letters, Pins, and Bars
In Advisory this week, some students will receive awards from the 2022-23 school year. The school has to wait to finalize grades for the whole year to confirm eligibility for the awards, so they are distributed the following school year
Academic Letters and Bars are based on cumulative weighted GPA from last school year (2022-2023).
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1 academic year at cumulative weighted GPA of 3.75 and above — letter + an academic pin
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2 academic years at cumulative weighted GPA of 3.75 and above — bar
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3 academic years at cumulative weighted GPA of 3.75 and above — bar
If you got a bar, you should have lettered in previous years so you should be able to add this to your letter. If you never got your letter, see Activities.
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Seal of Biliteracy Application
Applications are due on or before March 31, 2024.
The Seal of Biliteracy is an award issued by a state department of education or local school district to recognize a graduating student who has attained proficiency in English Language Arts and one or more World Languages. The recognition of attaining biliteracy becomes part of the high school permanent record for these students. The seal certifies attainment of biliteracy for students and is a statement of accomplishment that further supports a students’ preparedness for college/career and for engagement as a global citizen.
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FAFSA Workshop – March 6
Seniors, if you haven’t filled out the FAFSA yet, sign up for this workshop.
Go see Mr. Sewell in Post Grad.
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Commencement Ceremony
Friday, May 24, 2024
8:00 a.m.
Ritchie Center, University of Denver
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Seniors and a parent/guardian must attend a Parent Grad meeting in April. This meeting is mandatory for those who plan to walk in the graduation ceremony. | |
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Parent Grad Meetings
Last Name A–Ln
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Overland Auditorium
7:00pm
Last Name Lo–Z
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Overland Auditorium
6:00pm
You may attend either of the nights.
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Jostens Orders
You can order your cap & gown and other senior regalia online.
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Cap & Gown
The cap & gown price goes up to $50 after February 2.
Your purchase will include a tassel.
The cap & gown will be sent to the school. Seniors can pick them up at the end of May when they have completed checkout and graduation rehearsal.
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Kerkhoff Orders
Kerkhoff Photography will take cap & gown photos for purchase on the following dates:
Cap & Gown Portraits at Lunch
Parent Grad Meetings
- Tuesday, April 2, 2024 @7pm
- Wednesday, April 3, 2023 @6pm
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For the digital administration of the SAT Test, students should bring their school-issued laptop which has the required BlueBook app. | |
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If you signed up to take the digital administration of the SAT at Overland on March 9, you will need to bring your school-issued laptop. CCSD has installed the required BlueBook app on all school devices. If you bring your personal computer, you must install the BlueBook app from the College Board website.
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Call Nurse Brian at 720-747-3789 | |
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HOW SICK IS TOO SICK?
This week, I want to address a crucial question: "How Sick is Too Sick?" It's essential to understand when it's best to keep your child at home to prevent the spread of illness and ensure their well-being and the well-being of our school community. Per CDPHE guidelines, there are four main reasons for children and adults to stay home:
- Your student could infect others with a contagious illness, either because of symptoms, a diagnosis, or recent exposure to a contagious illness.
- Your student does not feel well enough to take part in usual activities. For example, a child is overly tired, fussy, or will not stop crying.
- Your student needs more care than teachers and staff can give while still caring for the other children.
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Your student has symptoms or an illness on this list, and staying home is required.
Flu and COVID Prevention
One of the most effective ways to protect your child and our school community from the flu is by getting a flu shot. We strongly recommend contacting your healthcare provider to inquire if the flu shot is available and recommended for your child. Additionally, staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations and following public health guidelines, such as mask-wearing and social distancing, can help reduce the risk of transmission of both the flu and COVID-19.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a healthy learning environment for all students. Your partnership is essential in keeping our school community safe and well.
Wishing you and your family good health throughout the school year.
Kind Regards,
Brian Kornreich, BSBME, BSN, MS, RN
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Student ID's
Overland students must have their OHS Student ID at all times. Need a replacement ID? Please go to the IST Main Office.
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North Entrance
The Jewell Avenue (north) entrance to the Overland-Prairie campus and the STRIDE Health Clinic will be closed during school hours. Vehicles may enter from Pacific Drive.
The STRIDE Health Clinic parking lot is for patients only.
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Security Kiosk
A security hut has been placed at the Pacific Avenue entrance to our campus near the four-way stop. This is a security checkpoint and a drop-off location for food deliveries.
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Make an appointment today!
(303) 7STRIDE
(303-778-7433)
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STRIDE Community Health Center |
Services
- Behavioral Health Services
- Chronic Disease Management
- Dental Screenings
- Developmental Screenings
- Immunizations
- Minor Injuries
- Newborn Care & Well Child Checks
- Physicals
- Sick Visits
- Sports Physicals
- Sexual & Reproductive Health and Education
Insurance Information
While STRIDE is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides healthcare to the underserved, uninsured and working families who cannot afford these services, they are NOT a free-service clinic.
STRIDE participates with following discount and insurance programs and also offers families financial screenings to determine sliding-scale discounts or help find health plans patients qualify for:
- Colorado Indigent Care Program (CICP)
- Colorado Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Colorado Access
- Access Advantage
- Self Pay
- Some private insurances
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Community Liaison
Meet Sara Khatib, our Community Liaison. She can help students and families with various needs such as
- Food/clothing
- Mental health support
- Economic hardship/homelessness
- Uninsured or medical difficulties
- Free and reduced lunch
- Transportation
- School supplies
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Adult ESL Classes – Winter 2024 | |
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Food Resources in Aurora/Denver/Arapahoe Country
Food Pantry Locator
https://www.foodbankrockies.org/find-food/
More Life Community Center
14000 E. Jewell Ave Sundays:10:00a-1:00p
1st & 3rd Wednesdays: 9:30a-2:00p; 2nd & 4th Wednesdays: 9:30a-12:30p; Mobile Food Bank of the Rockies: 3:00p-5:00p (North Parking Lot)
www.ColoradoFoodCluster.com
Get food delivered to your home- students 6-18 yrs old- 7 meals, 14 snacks, and 7 milks weekly.
Aurora Interfaith Community Services
Get Help – Aurora Interfaith Community Services
Food bank, utility help
https://feedingdenvershungry.org/grocery-store/
Shop for free groceries in Denver-- 11402 East 53rd Avenue, Suite 200, Denver, Colorado 80239 Door #36 on the back left side! (November dates are full; but sign can up for December)
Secor Cares Food Market
https://www.secorcares.com/free-food-market FR
Wednesday and Thursday 9a-4p; Friday & Saturday 9a-1p
17151 Pine Lane, Parker, CO
Food Resource Hotline: 855-855-4626
Little Flower Assistance Center
11149 E. 14th Ave, Aurora, CO 80010
303-360-9686
https://ccdenver.org/parish-community-relations/the-little-flower/
Free Community Food Bank on Wednesdays
14485 E Evans Ave. 80014 on the North side of the parking lot at 12:00
https://www.pawclife.com/
The Gateway Food Pantry at Bridgewater Church
Sundays from 11a-12p; 5201 E. WARREN AVE. Denver, 80222
Benefits in Action
Food Delivery https://biaction.org/
Resources for the Holidays
https://christmasstorecolorado.com/shop/
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If you need support with housing, please reach out to your counselors, Ms. Khatib, or a trusted adult in the building. | | |
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Volunteer and Job Opportunities
Students, are you looking for volunteer work or summer jobs? Check out some resources that are available to you in Aurora and Denver.
This document is updated all the time, so keep checking back. Contact Ms. Sara Khatib with any questions.
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When schools are on a delayed start High School bus pickup is delayed 90 minutes. School starts at 9:50 a.m. | |
Weather Delays and Snow Days
Winter weather can happen at any time. Ensure that you receive weather delay and closure notifications by making sure your phone numbers and email addresses are correct in myCherryCreek.
Just log in to myCherryCreek, click on the Oracle tile, then on Contact Info in the menu on the left. Make sure your Home Mobile Phone and/or Home Phone numbers and Work Email address are correct, so that you will receive weather delay and closure notifications.
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myCherryCreek
Check grades
Check attendance
Email teachers
Access classwork
LINK: myCherryCreek
VIDEO: How to use myCherryCreek
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Check Your Student's Grades and Attendance
Just a reminder that CCSD allows parents/guardians to access their student's grades, attendance, email teachers, and access student classwork via myCherryCreek. This is a great way to help you monitor your student's academic success at Overland throughout the academic year.
Questions?
Yvette Rolison
yrolison@cherrycreekschools.org
720-747-3624
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Food Deliveries
For safety reasons, food deliveries will not be accepted inside the building. Students should limit all deliveries to their lunch time, and food must be picked up outside near the security kiosk.
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Please Apply for Free & Reduced Lunch
Even though Colorado has elected to provide free meals for all students, applying for MEAL BENEFITS through the district has benefits beyond meals. For example:
- Reduced cost for testing
- Reduced Athletic and Activities Fees
- Reduced or free College Application Fees
You need to reapply every school year.
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EVERY CLASS
EVERY DAY
ON TIME
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Support OHS at King Soopers | |
If you do not already have a charity associated with your King Soopers card, please consider selecting one of the OHS groups below so some group earns that free money.
Log in to your King Soopers account and select Community Rewards on the left-hand side and then select one of the groups below:
- Overland PTCO - GA375
- Overland High School Band Parents Association (Band and Orchestra) - HK700
- Overland High School Choir and Theatre – BC026
- Cherry Creek School District Overland Baseball – KT631
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Overland High School (goes to Student Council) – TR572
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K&G Fashion Superstore Supports OHS | |
Need an outfit for Homecoming, Prom, or other formal occasions? K&G Fashion Superstore will donate 10% of purchases made by Overland students back to Overland High School!
K&G Fashion Superstore
13940 E Mississippi Ave
Aurora, CO 80012
303-369-1015
website
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