Showing posts with label SCHS. Show all posts
Showing posts with label SCHS. Show all posts

Monday, September 26, 2016

Wrapping up September

Wrapping up September 


Hard to believe the month of September is almost over!  It's been a great month at school!  

Here is a look at what is going on in SCLA. 



USAFA Cadets 

This past weekend SCLA families were able to provide housing for US Air Force Academy Cadets visiting Longmont to compete in the Triathlon.  THANK YOU SCLA parents for responding so quickly - we had more families than we needed.  Shoutout to SCLA Alum parent Lorraine Kirkland for organizing this.  Her daughter Jamie is currently attending the Air Force Academy.  

Thank you for living leadership in your homes!  

Thank you to the: 

 Bond Family, Vandiver Family, Burns Family, Koefgen Family, Moroney Family, Mendoza Family, Emberley Family. Gapter Family, Guillen Family, Fenderson Family,  Hopewell Family, Bennett Family,  Iasela Family, Williams Family, Grant Family, Bisby-Hirman Family, and the Schulte Family.  

USAFA Cadets enjoying dinner in Longmont 




Augustana University Scholarship
 for 
SCLA Students 

On Thursday and Friday September 29 & 30th Madeleine Ellis from Augustana University in Sioux Falls, South Dakota will be speaking to SCLA juniors and seniors about the unique scholarship for SCLA students.  

 If you complete four years of SCLA, successfully complete your Capstone Project, get a 25 on your ACT and have a 3.5 GPA you can get a minimum scholarship of $12.500 per year.  

If you are a junior and not in SCLA this semester, message Ms. Adams and she can arrange a meeting time for you.

 It's exciting when Universities are seeing the skills SCLA students have that sets them a part from their peers! 

 We have two SCLA alum currently at Augustana, Mitch Webster and Katy Foster.  


Do you know a student who has been affected by cancer?  The volleyball team would like to recognize their challenges and let them know they are not alone.

A night at the volleyball game with recognition, free admission and dinner from the concession stand are included in this special night.

Let's fill the stands to support these amazing young people on Thursday, October 13th at 5:30pm.

Message Ms. Adams if you know a student who should  be recognized. 




SCLA Families are providing dinner for the staff during Parent / Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, October 12th.  The staff appreciates having a break in conferences to come down and grab a bite to eat, and they love SCLA night because our parents bring great (and lots) of good food!  Sign up here to bring something.  

THANK YOU!!  

Click Here: 





SCLAers work hard to make a difference in our community!  One of the great organizations we work with is MEALS ON WHEELS. 

 This holiday season, SCLAers are putting together 300 warm drink goodie bags together and we need your help to collect items.    

We are looking for hot cocoa packets, hot cider packets and hot tea bags.   

If you can make a donation sign up here:  MEALS ON WHEELS SIGNUPS  





Help us reach 4500!  

Colorado Friendship is a great organization that helps families in our community.  We have partnered with them this year to provide 500 ziplock bags of cereal each month to put into their "IncrEdibles" backpacks.  We hope to make 4500 cereal bags this  year!  These backpacks go home with students to assure they have enough food to get through the weekend.   

We have assigned this project out to spread it around our SCLA classes.  We are asking the students in those classes to bring a box or two of sugar free cereal (Cheerios, Rice Chex, Etc.) We can always use additional cereal boxes!  If you would like to donate, please have your student drop off cereal at Ms. Adams office.  


Here are the monthly assignments: 

September- SCLA 11
October - SCLA 9- Lathrop 
November- SCLA 9- Defilippo 
December- SCLA Ambassadors 
January- SCLA 12 
February- SCLA 11
March- SCLA 10 
April- SCLA 9- Defilippo 
May- SCLA 9- Lathrop 

SCLA 11th graders putting cereal bags together for Colorado Friendship 





JUNIOR CLASS 
MOCK INTERVIEWS 


Help our junior class prepare for the future by conducting Mock Interviews.  

Monday, November 7th from 1-2:30pm 

business leaders are invited to join us to interview small groups of students.  

Sign up here if you are interested in helping that afternoon: 



TRAVEL! 

Prices go up on October 1st! 

Lock in a lower price by signing up

today! 


JUNE 2017- Nicaragua & Costa Rica- The ultimate 9 day adventure / Culture /Service  trip!  Zip-lining, kayaking, snorkeling,  volcanos and waterfalls- and amazing (and SAFE) tour of Granada, Nicaragua visiting historic sites and boat tour of Lake Nicaragua.   We will bring school supplies to a small village school as well.  To get more information, or to sign up for this trip:   Costa Rica 2017


Sign up for Europe before October

 1st and get $200 off the total price!
 
JUNE 2018- European Horizons- Catch many of the great cities on this 17 day extravaganza! Ms. Adams and Ms. Whiteley are working together to bring you this incredible trip. London, Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, and more!  To get more information or to sign up for this trip:  Europe 2018


For our China Travelers: 

 Please welcome Xin's new baby boy, Castle, to the world!  

Xin was our tour director both in 2012 and 2016.  He is a great guy that we all came to love as he showed us around his country and made us feel like special guests.  














SAVE THE DATE!  



Attend the SCLA Capstone Project Expo
Monday, December 12th 

7-9pm 

Light refreshments served 

Come see what the Class of 2017 is doing for their projects! 

Sign up to volunteer! 

Sponsor a project! 

Make a donation to a project! 


All 9th, 10th and 11th grade SCLAers are strongly encouraged to attend. 

 PAY IT FORWARD by helping with a project this year! 

*Senior Parent Meeting 6pm in the library 
 *Mentor meeting 6:30pm in the library.

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

9th Grade Retreat Update




Hope everyone is enjoying their summer!  The 9th grade retreat is coming up soon.  Final payments can be made online at https://squareup.com/store/SCLA/item/scla-th-grade-retreat-1 or you can drop off cash or check at SCHS on Tuesday, July 26 from 10am-12pm or Monday, August 1st from 10am-12pm.  Contact Ms. Adams if you have any concerns about the remaining balance on your account.  



Retreat Packing List
Pack lightly!

BRING A SACK LUNCH FOR WEDNESDAY AUGUST 3rd
WE WILL EAT RIGHT WHEN WE ARRIVE AT THE YMCA!




Do not bring:
  • Anything expensive / nice / that you would  be upset if it were broken
  • Alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, drugs.  Fastest way to get sent home from the retreat, kicked out of SCLA and start your school year with a suspension.
  • Lots of money.  There is a small gift shop and grill if you would like something, but it’s not necessary.  If you would like a few dollars for spending that is fine.  
  • A Suitcase- A Backpack or Duffle bag is all you will need


Do bring:

  • A GREAT ATTITUDE!!!  
  • Bathroom bag- your personal items- shampoo, toothbrush etc.
  • Tennis Shoes or good walking / hiking shoes (we are outside a lot doing activities. Flip flops and Toms are not good for this!)
  • Flip-flops to wear around in the evening etc.  
  • Socks
  • Sleep wear
  • Clothes for Friday (shorts and t-shirts are fine)
  • Sweatshirt for evening
  • Rain poncho or rain / windbreaker
  • Small Flashlight
  • Water bottle (it is your job to stay hydrated!  We will have water jugs to fill up your water bottles.)
  • Sunscreen (It is your job to not get sunburned!)
  • Extra Change of Clothes just in case

Maybe?
  • sleeping bag- while the YMCA provides bedding some students may be in rooms with double beds to share- and having your own sleeping bag may make things more comfortable for you.
  • Hat


You will be assigned rooms and teams for the retreat.  There is no switching.  There is no complaining.  The first step to becoming a leader is being outside your comfort zone. Get to know new people and experience the adventure.  Our time at the retreat is short.  Come open minded and ready to have a good time, meet new people and learn!!  


SCHEDULE 

Check-in for the retreat:  Wednesday, August 3 8:30-9am at Silver Creek HS in the front of the school.  We will double check all your paperwork is in order, get you into your "bandana" group, pack the buses and be on our way.  

 Don't forget a sack lunch and your water bottle!!
 We will picnic when we arrive at the YMCA.  

Pickup-  Thursday, August 4th between 7-7:30pm we will arrive at SCHS in the front parking lot.  

We look forward to getting to know you and having a great time at the leadership retreat with you! 


Friday, October 17, 2014

Great week, SCLAers!


A BIG THANK YOU to all who helped Suzanne Zens pull off a wonderful Parent / Teacher Conference dinner on Wednesday.  The food was amazing, there was a lot of it, and we had great variety.  Thank you again from all of the staff who enjoyed dinner thanks to the awesome SCLA families!  

Tonight! 
Friday, October 16th 

 From 6-9 at the Longmont Senior Center, the Inclusive Communities Celebration. This is a great event that showcases the diversity in our community. Several of our students will be there presenting information on their Capstone Projects and volunteering.   I am humble and honored to be receiving the Community Unity Award tonight.  This award is only made possible from the great work the SCLA students have been doing the past few years.  I would love for as many of the SCLAers who can attend to be there with me when I receive the award.  This is truly OUR award!!








Trevor Bane's SCLA Capstone Project got a big boost this week with help from SCLA 10th graders!  Trevor's first two day of sales were $1306.00!  In addition to helping Beads for Life, 20% is going to Health and Ed 4 Nepal, to help a village with necessary items for schools and health care.  This great project helps TWO great organizations and you get beautiful jewelry for helping!  

The online site is still up: Beads for Life so you can still shop.  

 
 
 

 


 
UPCOMING EVENTS! 
 
 

SCLA Senior Leadership Field Trip 
Wednesday, Oct. 22nd 8:45-2pm.   Seniors head to Loveland Laser tag for a great day of team-building, communication work, a guest leadership speaker and lunch.  Please return the permission slips ASAP to Mrs. Kohn.  
 
 
Concessions
 Friday, October 24th 8pm (THANK YOU to those who survived our last concessions volunteer event with crazy weather and lighting delay!!) Students AND Parents:  (It's fun, and I buy you food and soda!) 
 
 
SCLA 10 Field Trip
  ALL SCLA 10th graders (In class this semester or next) have a field trip scheduled for Wednesday, November 12 from 8:45-2pm.   to the Arvada Center for the Arts.  This cultural day will feature some amazing hands on experiences, performances and lunch.  Connect with all the SCLA students in your grade for an excellent leadership day!  We are in need of four parents to come along as chaperones.  Please contact Ms. Adams if you would like to join us!  
 Printable permission slip here:  SCLA 10 Field Trip Permission slip
 
 
 
 
 

SCLA Senior Capstone Project Expo
 Tuesday, November 18th 7-8:30pm at SCHS.  
Join our senior class as they share info on their upcoming projects. This event is REQUIRED for ALL SCLA students to attend (9th, 10th and 11th.)  Parents and the public are invited.  The Expo gives you a chance to sign up to volunteer for SCLA Capstone Projects and also to participate.  There are some amazing projects that you don't want to miss!  This is your chance to not only support the seniors, but to get valuable volunteer experience as you prepare for your Senior Capstone Project!  
 
You will also receive your SCLA VOLUNTEER SHIRT 
that evening. 
It is FREE for you to pick up that evening, 
but if you don't pick it up that night, it is $10.  
 
 
 


 
Longmont Estates Fall Festival needs MANY VOLUNTEERS! 
This is a fun way to get your hours AND make a difference in the community.   
 
The Fall Festival is September 25th from 12:30-4.
We need people to work to shifts 12:50-2:30 and 2:30 to 4.  

You can sign up here:  Longmont Estates Fall Festival 
Or Contact Mrs. Raehal-Brown  at   annasararaehal@gmail.com


International Travel!
Looking ahead to Summer- 2016! 
Ecuador!  


Informational meeting on our 2016 trip to Ecuador. This will be a wonderful service learning trip with a chance for us to enjoy other cultures and volunteer to make a difference.  

Informational Meeting on Wednesday, October 29th 
7-7:30pm  in Room D202.  

This is a very affordable trip and monthly payments are at $141 per month! 
Check out our tour here! 








Shout out to our SCLAers- Mikayla Gaffney,  Darah Gaffney,
  and Brock Dykema and all the other SCHS Cross Country runners headed to state!  GOOD LUCK! 

Shout out to our Boys Soccer Team, our Girls Softball Team and our Girls Volleyball Team, all going on to playoffs! 

Shoutout to our Band and Orchestra- outstanding concerts this week! 

Know someone doing something awesome? 
Share it with Ms. Adams 
here: 

 
 


Friday, October 10, 2014

OCTOBER NEWS

Upcoming events- Mark your calendar! 



Parent / Teacher Conference Dinner- 
SCLA is providing dinner for the staff on
 Wednesday, October 15th
Thanks to Suzanne Zens for organizing this.    
We still need a lot of food!! PLEASE HELP!  
Sign up here:  SCLA Italian Dinner  



The Compassion Project
 Trevor Bane's SCLA Capstone Project includes a "Beads for Life" sale during Parent / Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, Oct. 14 and Wednesday, Oct. 15th from 2:30-7pm.  The SCLA 10th graders are assisting on this project.  There will be wonderful beaded items for sale that night, and you can also purchase items online here:  SCLA Beads for Life Marketplace  Do some early holiday shopping AND make a difference in the lives of people in Uganda! 

SCLA Senior Leadership Field Trip 
Wednesday, Oct. 22nd 8:45-2pm.   Seniors head to Loveland Laser tag for a great day of team-building, communication work, a guest leadership speaker and lunch.  Please return the permission slips ASAP to Mrs. Kohn. 

Concessions
 Friday, October 24th 8pm (THANK YOU to those who survived our last concessions volunteer event with crazy weather and lighting delay!!) Students AND Parents:  (It's fun, and I buy you food and soda!) 

SCLA 10 Field Trip
  ALL SCLA 10th graders (In class this semester or next) have a field trip scheduled for Wednesday, November 12 from 8:45-2pm.   to the Arvada Center for the Arts.  This cultural day will feature some amazing hands on experiences, performances and lunch.  Connect with all the SCLA students in your grade for an excellent leadership day!  We are in need of four parents to come along as chaperones.  Please contact Ms. Adams if you would like to join us!  
 Printable permission slip here:  SCLA 10 Field Trip Permission slip




 SCLA Senior Capstone Project Expo

 Tuesday, November 18th 7-8:30pm at SCHS.  

Join our senior class as they share info on their upcoming projects. This event is REQUIRED for ALL SCLA students to attend (9th, 10th and 11th.)  Parents and the public are invited.  The Expo gives you a chance to sign up to volunteer for SCLA Capstone Projects and also to participate.  There are some amazing projects that you don't want to miss!  This is your chance to not only support the seniors, but to get valuable volunteer experience as you prepare for your Senior Capstone Project!  




 Do you know something awesome about an SCLA student?  
Let us know! Use our  Shout out form 


Keira Hook and some of the SCLA Ambassadors made dinner for the Soup Angels for HOPE.  Great job making a difference in the community to assist the homeless.   

Evans Etcheverry helped with the tech for the "Woman's Work" Luncheon.  The person in charge mentioned- "That is the first 9th grader I would ever hire!"  Great job Evans!  

Jacob Boettcher was selected to serve on the City of Longmont Youth Council.  Congrats Jacob, we know you will do great!  

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Thank you SCLAers!

A big SHOUTOUT to Melissa Gambirasi for taking on the role of RABC Parent Rep.  Thanks to the many of you who replied with offers to help after I groveled and begged!   Thank you for your willingness to help, it takes a lot of hands to make SCLA successful.  THANK YOU!

Thank you to the great folks who helped at Friday's Homecoming football game in the concession stand.  We had a wonderful time melting in the tiny room and the lightning delay was quite the adventure!  If you missed  the fun, don't worry, another opportunity is coming up soon! 




 Upcoming Events: 



  PARENTS: 

Share your career with students during lunch at our FRIDAY FORUM! 
Every Friday we have Friday Forum during lunch- a chance to meet with members of the community and learn about their careers and academic path. 
 If you are interested in speaking during a Friday Forum sign up here! 
STUDENTS:
Come have lunch in the College and Career Center and visit with local leaders to learn more about your future choices.  On Friday, September 26th we welcome TODD GILES, a software developer with GOOGLE. Sign up for A or B lunch in the Counseling office. Space is limited!  




We are excited to host the 
SILVER CREEK LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 
THIS Saturday, September 27th from 9-4pm at SCHS

This summit will be conducted by JP Butler and the staff at Quantum Leadership and will be a great day of training, fun and activities.  You will receive a certificate after completing the summit making this a great addition to your college resume.  
$5 payable to SCHS 
Space is limited for this amazing day.  Sign up now at: 
 Parent / Teacher Conference Dinner 
SCLA Students and Parents are hosting dinner for the SCHS staff during P/T Conference on Wednesday, Oct. 15th. We are hosting "Italian Night!" 
We need many volunteers to bring food- main dishes, salad, bread,  and desserts: 
Or contact Suzanne Zens- the Dinner Coordinator -twinstaxi@msn.com

SCLA Football Concessions Part 2!

Friday, October 24th 8pm to close it's SCLA's turn to run the concession stand.  
The more the merrier!  
Sign up here: 


International Travel 

Switzerland Leader Summit: Summer 2015 
  We extended registration!!!  
Prices go up on October 1st IF there is room. 
Registration Deadline: September 30th

Belize- Spring Break 2015 
Mrs. Whiteley is leading the tour and Ms. Adams is traveling along.  This is an "adventure" tour and will be very different than the Student Leader Summit tour. 
Prices also go up October 1st!! 
Tour site: 

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Friday, August 23, 2013

Back in the daily grind!

LEADERSHIP 
at 
SILVER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL

IT'S WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO! 


SCLA is excited to begin the 2013-2014 new school year.
We know this year is going to be one of our best ever! 

 A quick overview of our students: 

Total SCLA students:  305 
Total SCLA students who open-enroll at SCHS: 104 

Breakdown by grade: 

12th: 45 students 
11th: 55 students 
10th: 90 students 
9th: 105 students 


We continue to grow which gives us an increased opportunity to do good  in our community, and give our students the chance to find their strengths, work on their weaknesses, and build skills that will benefit them for years to come.   
This program's success is a testament that schools, students, parents, teachers, businesses and communities can work together and make great things happen.  
Thank you to all of you who continue to support this program and we look forward to meeting the 105 freshmen families that have joined us!   

Upcoming events:  




Join us as we say goodbye to a wonderful summer and hello to a great new school year!  This is a fun family event. 
 Bring your lawn chairs and meet and greet SCLA teachers, ambassadors and other students and their families. 
 See the upcoming volunteer opportunities and learn more about some of the Senior Capstone Projects that you will be able to participate in! 


Monday, August 26th 7-9pm 
Sunset Pool 
$10 per family 
Potluck Dinner 

9th grade- main dish for 12 
10th grade-dessert for 12 
11th grade- bottled water, soda or gatorade- 12 pack 
12th grade- side dish for 12 

Paper products  and plasticware will be provided 


Click this link to add what you food you are bringing to the pool party! 



BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

Wednesday August 28th
 Freshmen parents and New Students to the district: 5:30pm in the Auditorium 
All other parents: 6:00-8:00 p.m.


FALL CONCESSIONS

SCLA is part of RABC (Raptor Athletic Booster Club) 
and we have the opportunity to earn money by working concessions at some of our fall sporting events.  These are a couple hour slots for adults- but this year your student can volunteer with you! 

The dates needed are: 

9/4 Boys soccer 4-7 
9/11 Boys soccer 4-7 
9/13 Boys football - Varsity at Lyons HS 
6:45-8:45 
9/24 Girls Volleyball 4:30-6:30 
9/26 Boys soccer 4-7
10/10 Girls volleyball 4:30-6:30 

To sign up for these dates, go to this link: Fall Concessions Sign Up
and SCLA is holding a space on these dates.  

If you have any questions contact Ms. Adams 

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!  


Want to go places?  

Join Ms. Adams on the adventure of a lifetime!! 

Costa Rica- Spring Break 2014 
Peru- Summer 2014 



There is still time to sign up for these amazing adventures!  

Spend 7 days during Spring Break in Costa Rica kayaking, hiking, ziplining, seeing volcanoes, amazing beaches, and sea turtles.   Work with local students and get a game of soccer in with the kids.  
This trip includes EVERYTHING including hotel, airfare and three meals a day.  PARENTS and other siblings are welcome to come along! 

Check our trip site out for more information! 


No summer plans yet?  
Join us in early June for the "Bucket-list" trip!! 
PERU!! 

9 days in this amazing country seeing everything from amazing monasteries, marketplaces and the Sacsayhuaman Fortress to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley of the Incas.  We will spend two days working with local villagers and students blending amazing adventure with service learning.  Parents and siblings welcome.  

Check out our PERU site for more information!