Showing posts with label Nepal. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nepal. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

THE FUN NEVER STOPS!



A big "THANK YOU" (xiè xie) for all the help for Chinese New Year. 

We had over 1500 guests at our event.  

We could not have done it without you, so THANK YOU and get ready for 2017- The year of the Rooster!  








On February 20th 2016, Students from SCHS volunteered almost 400 hours to help host Chinese New Year and the SCHS Education Foundation Mardi Gras Event.  

 Amazing job, Raptors!! 






Capstone Project updates:  




Chi Sigma Sigma-  Calvin Madison continues to make a big impact on our community!  On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 Calvin was present at the Longmont Chamber of Commerce as "Maddy's Mighty Minion Day" proclamation was read in.    Calvin's group has been busy doing random acts of kindness this year in honor of Maddy Grayless, an 8 year old girl who died of cancer this past year.  Thank you Calvin for helping us remember Maddy and make a difference! 






THE KINDNESS CAMPAIGN- Joanna Dunne's project- The Kindness Campaign brought an excellent speaker to SCHS from the Lynda's Legacy organization.   Charlene shared the powerful story of Lynda, her high school best friend, whose valiant battle serves as an inspiration to be kind.   This event was presented to a full auditorium and was a great success!  Joanna is planning several follow up activities in the next couple of months.   Great job, Joanna!! 



Happening in MARCH: 




GEMS CAMP!  Join Senior Emily Atwood for her GEMS (Girls in Engineering, Math and Science) Camp here at SCHS.  This camp is for middle school girls and will be a great hands-on day! 

 For more information- check out Emily's facebook page: FACEBOOK GEMS DAY 
Registration forms are available on the facebook page.  






BRING HEROES HOME SAFE- BASEBALL TOURNEY!   Senior Sam Eggen is working with the Longmont Baseball Association to host a baseball tournament with funds going to the Wounded Warrior Project on March 12&13.  

Volunteers are needed to help with the running of the tourney / score keepers and other helpers.  Check out his volunteer facebook page: FACEBOOK BASEBALL TOURNEY




A DANCE OF A LIFETIME- Senior Hannah Shaner is hosting a special needs prom on Saturday, March 12 from 7-9pm at SCHS.  If you know high school students with special needs, get them to the PROM for an amazing night!  

For more information- check out her facebook page:  FACEBOOK PROM






SPOTLIGHT THEATER CAMP- Join Zoe Grolnick for two Saturday's of fun for the Spotlight Theater Camp for special needs students.    Saturday, 19th and 26th will be great days on the stage followed  by a performance on the 26th that is open to the public.  

Find out more about SPOTLIGHT here: SPOTLIGHT THEATER CAMP






ROCK THE VOTE- DEBATE!  Senior Mackenzie Hill is passionate about getting her peers registered to vote and learning more about the political system.  Join her at SCHS on Wednesday, March 30th for a great evening of lively discussion.   

Find out more http://rockthevotescla.weebly.com/




ONGOING PROJECTS: 





SC UNITY- Amanda Einig is working with an artist in residence to create art for the Silver Creek entrance.  She is collecting plastic lids for the project.   She needs lots more!  Collect and drop off in Ms. Adams office.




HEALTH FOR KUMARI-  Mohammed Aziz is working with the organization "Health and Ed 4 Nepal" to create first aid kits for the village of Kumari.  You can assist helping him purchase needed items for the first aid kids by making a donation here:  http://mkt.com/SCLA/health-for-kumari-first-aid-kits-for-nepal




PEACE AND SERVICE FOR AFRICA-  Senior Elizabeth Willes is the President of this SCHS Club that is raising money to assist a young lady named Joy to complete Nursing school and make a difference in her community.  You can make a donation to this project here:  http://mkt.com/SCLA/peace-and-service-for-africa

And get more information on their Facebook Page:  PSA FACEBOOK




FUNDING FOR FISH- Ryan Kol is looking to help end iron deficiency around the world, one fish at a time.  Ryan is raising money to purchase Iron Fish that help families get the needed iron in their system.  You can purchase fish to help others here:   http://mkt.com/SCLA/lucky-iron-fish 

Learn more about the company Ryan supports here: http://www.luckyironfish.com/


LOOKING AHEAD TO APRIL / MAY 




DAY OF CHAMPIONS-  The 4th annual Day of Champions is coming your way! Senior Katy Foster is working with SC Athletic Director Marty Tonjes to bring this day of sports and fun for special needs students to life.   Lots of volunteers needed and the more spectators our athletes have, the better!

Get more information on Day of Champions here:  DAY OF CHAMPIONS 2016





SCLA 5K - Join Senior Kasey Frankowski and the SCLA Junior Class to raise money for upcoming Capstone Projects! This 5K will be Saturday AM April 9 starting at SCHS.  Get registered now!

Click here: SCLA 5K Registration








Chip In for NYS-  Golfers!  Looking for a great day of golf while helping kids enjoy sports?  Support Adam Wager's golf tourney to support Niwot Youth Sports.   The Tourney is on Sunday, May 1st at Ute Creek Golf Course 8am Tee Time.  Get registered here:  Chip in for NYS Golf Tourney


More info on 
MORE PROJECTS 
coming soon!  









Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Welcome Back, RAPTORS!


It's time to get back to work, SCLAers! 

UPCOMING EVENTS: 

2nd Annual

SCLA Family Pool Party!

When: Monday, August 25th, 2014 from 7-9 pm
Where: Sunset Pool
1900 Longs Peak Avenue
Longmont, Colorado 80501
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There will be a potluck dinner. Each grade level needs to bring the following food items:

Seniors: Dessert
Juniors: Soda , Water, Gatorade
Sophomores: Side Dish / salad
Freshmen: Main Dish
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$10 dollars per family


BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT 
Wednesday, August 27th
5:30pm 

TRAVEL MEETING! 
Wednesday, August 27th @ 5pm- D202 (Mrs. Kohn's room) 
(Before Back to School Night) 

Join Ms. Adams as she takes a group of students on: 

THE INNOVATION AND THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION SUMMIT TOUR 
JUNE 2015

Explore how culture, history and politics impact education systems throughout Europe.   We will discover the unique challenges that each country faces and the innovations being developed to change the future of education.  

Summary  

Join other students in Davos, Switzerland for a two-day leadership conference.  You will hear from Sir Ken Robinson, one of the world's foremost thought leaders on creativity in education, attend expert-led workshops and get a chance to creatively solve a pressing issues in global education. 



Itinerary

  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
  • Day 2: Barcelona
  • Day 3: Barcelona
  • Day 4: Barcelona
  • Day 5: Barcelona • French Riviera
  • Day 6: French Riviera
  • Day 7: French Riviera • Lake Como region
  • Day 8: Lake Como region • Davos
  • Day 9: Global Student Leaders Summit in Davos
  • Day 10: Global Student Leaders Summit in Davos
  • Day 11: Depart for home


If you are interested, please email Ms. adams_carrie@svvsd.org 
 to 
RSVP to attend this informational meeting.  

Support for Nepal 
 Join us Thursday, August 21st, 6:30pm at the Everest Restaurant 
2130 Main Street, #15) 

 Hear Jaget Gurung speak on his community in Nepal. This will be a fascinating look into the Nepalese culture and enjoy native food.  $10 per person.  Please RSVP to Ms. Adams if you wish to attend. For more info, watch this video clip of the upcoming documentary.  http://www.gofundme.com/KumariSustainability


VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY!! 


Volunteer at the Festival on Main Street  
Friday, August 22nd!  

Help "A Woman's Work" with the face painting booth and the fishbowl game.   Five Volunteers needed from 6:00-8:30 and 8:30-10.   Sign up on Ms. Adams office door in the new College and Career Center at SCHS.  



SCLA PRIDE PACK! 

Did you order SCLA gear last spring?  It is in Ms. Adams office. Stop by and pick it up!  

9th graders- were you unable to attend the SCLA Leadership Retreat?  Come by Ms. Adams office and pick up your SCLA t-shirt!  


MARK YOUR CALENDAR! 

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27
 IS THE
SILVER CREEK LEADERSHIP SUMMIT!  
Hosted by Quantum Leadership 
This will be an amazing day of leadership learning and fun!  
~Details coming~