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From the Desk of:
Executive Director, P.J. Eucker, PhD
The Daily Pledge of Allegiance at STEM School and Academy
As a public charter school authorized by DCSD, we are bound to uphold Colorado school laws.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited every morning at a specific time followed by morning
announcements on our PA system in years past. Once we became K-12, the common time no
longer worked as the elementary and secondary grades follow different schedules. The
recitation takes place at the beginning of class or after a transition and not in the middle of a
lesson. Our faculty agreed that the Pledge would be said at the same time for grades K-5 and
grades 6-12. Read more
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All School News and Updates
Drive Line Tip
Thumbs up: I've dropped off/picked up my student and I'm ready to exit.
Thumbs down: I still need to drop off/pick up my student.
Upcoming Dates
Oct. 21 Senior Pictures For Yearbook are Due
Oct. 22 Middle School Dance
SpartMart Newsletter
The Spart Mart is now open for business!
Whether you're looking for something to eat, you need school supplies, or maybe want to buy a sweatshirt, we've got you covered. We're selling snacks, basic school supplies, and various Spartan merchandise. Our website will soon be up and running so you can stay updated on items and prices. Don't forget to keep an eye out for our limited-time promotions!
Counseling Corner
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Important Dates to Remember
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
College Financing Overview
(at STEM)
- Jay Murray, from Solutions for Tuition, will once again offer a program for junior and senior parents on financing college. Whether you think you will apply for financial aid or not, this overview will help you understand how to reduce the cost of college. Sign up required. (Workshop for parents of K-10th graders will be offered in the Spring.)
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
Career Connect 8th Grade Expo
(at Douglas County Events Center)
- Mark your calendar and keep an eye out for more details as the date gets closer!
October is National Bullying Prevention Month!
College and Career Planning
- Please be sure to check out College and Career Planning on our website for upcoming College and Career events.
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Volunteer News and Information
Welcome back, hope you all had a restful break!
Student Government Events
Middle School Student Government has two upcoming events seeking donations. If you are interested, please visit our volunteer page.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
- Gift Card Rewards for Students
- Middle School Student Government Event Donations
- Classroom Donations
You can see these and other current opportunities
(including donation items) on the
Volunteer Page of our website.
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High School News
From the Desk of:
Principal Cody Blackburn
Click here for video newsletter
Trunk or Treat!
On Friday, October 28th
, high school student government is hosting the 3rd annual Trunk-or-Treat event! From 4:30-6:30pm
families and kids are welcome to participate in all the Halloween festivities. Admission this year is $5 for unlimited fun! Concessions, games, and trick or treating will be available. We hope to see you there!
Senior's Corner
Friday, 10/28:
Mandatory meeting for all seniors, including off-campus students, at 1:30 pm in the HS Commons. This meeting will provide graduation ordering information.
Friday, 11/4: Jostens on campus during lunches to collect graduation order forms. All seniors must drop off their orders on this date. Off campus students can either drop their order off at this time or mail it in.
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From the Desk of:
Principal Leanne Weyman
This week, Mrs. Johnson's Algebra I class engaged in a Vitruvian Man PBL. The pictures below show students measuring arm span, height, and a
rm radius to investigate this theory. Students used the data collected to prove if relationships of arm span and height are proportional and how the arm radius measurements could help scientists make predictions. S
tudents will conclude the project by presenting their findings with data tables and graphs in Microsoft Excel.
Thank you to Mrs. Johnson for providing this engaging math lesson!
Middle School Fall Dance
At STEM, we are committed to offering students opportunities to build community, lasting friendships and social skills. This weekend, our Student Council is hosting an Under the Sea Dance as one of these opportunities! Music, dancing, snacks and a Kona Ice truck ($1) will be the highlights. Dress is casual and chaperones will be monitoring activities.
Please encourage your student to attend!
(more details below)
Middle School Student Council
Presents
Middle School Fall Dance!
Saturday, October 22, 6-8 pm
WHERE: Stem School Cafeteria
THEME: Under the Sea!
WHAT TO BRING: Student ID
ADMISSION: FREE
Snacks will be Provided!
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* There will be a raffle for prizes; tickets will be sold for $1.00 each. Winner will be announced at the end of the dance. Must be present to win!**
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Elementary School News
From the Desk of:
Karen Johnson, PhD
Hoping that all of our families enjoyed the fall break! This week has been full of excitement and engagement in our classrooms.
Please welcome some of our new staff members:
- Geoff Cotton is our new Elementary Special Education Teacher.
- Sara Kietzman is our new K-12 Speech Language Pathologist
- Elementary Spirit Week: October 31st - November 4!
- Halloween/Fall Festivities Guidelines!
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Academy News
FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America
We are bringing FBLA to STEM! FBLA is a high school organization that promotes
bringing businesses and education together through leadership opportunities, career
development, and academic competitions. HS students, join us on November 29th at
3:30pm for our kickoff meeting! In order to join FBLA, students must have previously
taken or currently be enrolled in a Business class (Financial Literacy, Business
Principles, Marketing, or Entrepreneurship).
Click here to read more about;
- BEST Robotics Game Day - October 22nd
- Elementary Kids...Be an actor in "Peter Pan" with KIDSTAGE!
Newsletter
Would you like to receive our Academy newsletter? Please contact
Sara.Phelps@stemhigh.org.
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Douglas Country School District News
Douglas County Educational Foundation
Community Events
- Fright Fest at Elitch Gardens, September 30 - October 30
- Douglas County Community Night with Colorado Avalanche vs. Winnepeg Jets on Friday, Nov 11 at 7 pm. For more information and tickets, link here: www.avstix.com/DC2016
Click here to subscribe to the Douglas County Association for Gifted & Talented (DCAGT) Newsletter.
Click here
for DCSD story on: "STEM School and Academy Students Win National Award for Innovation."
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