Kodiak ROAR, December 12,  2019
The Middle School and Upper School bands performed sounds of the season on Tuesday. View the full gallery here.  
ROAR: Reminders
Grandparent Reception
Friday, December 13, 2019, 2:30 p.m.
Coffee/Tea and Appetizers
Louisa Performing Arts Center Lobby
 
Visit with other proud CSS grandparents, including our Grandparent Chairs, Diane and Brad Smith G'27, G'25, and  enjoy student art on display in the gallery. Thank you for the many ways you are involved in our school community and with your grandchildren. Those grandparents attending the reception will have the opportunity to "save seats" for family at the Children's School Holiday Tea performance, which starts at 4:00 p.m.   
 
Kindly RSVP to Hunter Hall, Communications and Advancement Assistant, at  [email protected] or (719) 434-3501.

P.S. Parents are encouraged to extend this invitation to grandparents who may not be on our email distribution lists.
Children's School Holiday Tea & 4th/5th Grade Band Concert
Friday, December 13, 2019, 4:00 p.m. 
Louisa Performing Arts Center 

Kindergarten through 5th grade will present sounds of the season in a showcase of the work they have done in their vocal music and band classes.  Refreshments will be served in the Trianon following the performance.   
Re-enroll between February 1-15 for Tuition Lock
The Colorado Springs School Board of Trustees has voted to continue the Tuition Lock program for a fourth year. The program allows current families that re-enroll between February 1-15 to avoid annual increases in tuition. This rewards our current families for their commitment to a CSS education, allows them to plan for the future, and is part of our strategic plan to bolster enrollment and retain mission-minded students and families. Read more here.

January 10 | Let's go to the Movies!
    For students in kindergarten through 5th grade to engage in enriching experiences while parents enjoy a night out.
  • 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Early Childhood Center
  • $40 per child, $30 for a sibling
Movi e:  Doolittle
Popcorn? Yes! Comfy seat? Yes! Excellent movie? Absolutely! Join in on a night at the movies with friends. Can't wait to see you there!

Advanced reservations are required by emailing Enrichment Coordinator Lori de Juan at [email protected].

Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance. Click here to learn more.
This Week in Sports
Catch up on the latest in athletics at CSSKodiaks.com

The girls' and boys' varsity basketball season kicked off last week at the Limon Tournament. Read the details here. 

Join us Friday and Saturday for the Kodiak Classic as the Kodiaks host their first home games of the season: g irls play at 5:30 p.m. Friday, and b oys play at  8:30 p.m. Friday .

Those games will determine when both teams play on Saturday. Stay tuned at CSSKodiaks.com for updates.  

Wear BLUE to show school spirit. The Spirit Club will provide face paint and blue beads. We hope to see you there! 
ROAR: Opportunities
Volunteer: Gala & Auction Committee
Next Meeting:  Tuesday, January 14, 2020, from 8:15-9:45 a.m.
Location: Red Rabbit Cafe, 124 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd. 

Join Gala Co-Chairs  Aubryn Bednar P '28, P '32Brooke Rawls P '30, P '32, and  Lee Ann Williams P'19, P'21, P'23, as volunteers come together to plan the 2020 Gala & Auction, which will be held April 18. Find a place to put your talents, whether as auction solicitor, class creation coordinator, sponsorship guru, decor and design leader, or in other areas. Connect with parents and grandparents across grade levels to plan our largest fundraising event of the year. Last year's event raised more than $130,000 for student-centered learning.

For more information on how you can help make the Gala & Auction a success, contact Aubryn at  [email protected]  or (561) 400-4671; Brooke at  [email protected]  or (317) 902-8157; or Lee Ann at [email protected] or (816) 806-8796. All meetings will be on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Viewing of Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER
February 5, 2020
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 
Louisa Performing Arts Center 

Please join us for a viewing of the documentary Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER: Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience. The film examines the science behind the emotional challenges of teenagers, the interplay of social media, and most importantly, what can be done in our schools and homes to help teens build crucial skills to navigate stress, anxiety, and depression in our digital age. Open to the public. 

ROAR: Achievements
Vocal Ensemble Photo Gallery
Vocal Ensemble performed sounds of the season this week. View the Vocal Ensemble photo gallery here. We will post a video recap soon on social media. 
Middle & Upper School Band Concert Photo Gallery
The Middle School and Upper School bands delighted crowds with music prepared all semester long. View the  Band Concert gallery here. We will post a video recap soon on social media. 
Middle School Fall Play Photo Gallery
Congratulations to all of those who made the Middle School Fall Play The Scariest Play - Ever! a success! View the full photo gallery here.
Middle School Competes in Chess Tournament
Middle School students Malakai W. '25, Connor M. '26, Wyatt N. '26, Michael S. '25, and Coltin B. '26 competed in a chess tournament last weekend at Atlas Preparatory School. Go Kodiaks! 
Submit Student Achievements & Photos

Parents and teachers are encouraged to submit nominations and digital photos of student achievements to Anslee Wolfe, Communications and Marketing Manager, at  [email protected] These extracurricular achievements make us a well-rounded school and highlight the many unique talents and passions of our student body. Each week, a diverse selection of achievements is highlighted in ROAR and shared on social media. 
ROAR: Requests
2019-2020 Major Dates Calendar

( Throughout the year, we may need to make adjustments to the calendar and will announce changes accordingly.)

Our calendar reflects opportunities to maximize student-centered learning, create partnerships with families, and build community.
 
Major dates are published on the website and are also available on the website and through the school's Google calendar at www.css.org/calendar. From the website you can filter out sports calendars or subscribe to the All Campus Calendar using the links on the page!  
Next Year: Major Dates for 2020-2021

The school's administrative team has begun calendar planning efforts for the 2020-2021 school year. A complete calendar will be released second semester, but we've compiled a list of major dates and breaks for next school year. Click here for the dates.  
Communication Distribution   
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