Holiday Spirit Week will be celebrated this week with the following days.
Donate new socks to support families in need this holiday season. The D’Evelyn Sock It To 'Em Sock drive runs 12/5 - 12/9. Sock drive competitions will be held by grade, the winning grade gets to pick a spirit day. Socks can be donated to class bins located in the cafeteria or at basketball games. High School Students who would like to change their second-semester electives, can do so by stopping by the counseling office. December 9th is the deadline for elective schedule changes. Schedule changes can only be made for elective courses. Changes cannot be made for teacher, lunch, or period changes.
By: Megan Bender, Spanish Teacher
D’Evelyn 8th -11th-grade students have the opportunity to travel to France and Spain on an epic immersion travel experience with Mrs. Bender, Mr. Sabre, and Ms. Mozingo in the Summer of 2024! There will be an online informational meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 7 pm. Register for the meeting to receive the meeting Zoom link. Contact Mrs. Bender with questions. 
Tri-M, D’Evelyn High School’s Music Honor Society, will be hosting the Winter Ball for High School students on Saturday, December 10, 6 - 9 pm. The Ball will be an enchanting experience featuring the Yule Ball from Harry Potter. Tickets are only $5 per person. The dress code for this event is formal.
By: Heidi Leoni
Volunteers Needed! Finals Care Package time is here again! We need volunteers to help stuff the bags on December 16th from 12:15 - 2:30 pm. Please use this link to sign up and invite your friends too! Student Notes of Encouragement If you would like to add a note of encouragement to your student's bag(s), fill out the Note of Encouragement Form and email the form to Elizabeth Smith at [email protected] Missed out on buying a finals care package? If you missed out on buying a finals care package, you may pick one up in the Financial Office for $15 on the first day of finals. These are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Thank you for your support!
By: Greg Kottcamp, Assistant Principal
The first semester's final exam days will be December 19th and 20th. The bell schedule for these two days is as follows:
There will be no lunch period during the Final Exam days, so students are encouraged to have snacks available during passing periods and as appropriate once testing is complete in a class period. Breakfast will be available in the cafeteria from 7 - 7:30 am on both days of Final Exams.
We do not offer early Finals Exams. In the event that a student leaves early for vacation or is sick and misses Final Exams, make-up exams may be scheduled with the teacher(s) and will be taken after Winter Break. Winter Break for students begins at the conclusion of the final exams on Tuesday, December 20th at 12:00 pm. The Spring semester will begin for students on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 7:30 am. The D’Evelyn faculty, staff, and administration wish all students good luck for great performances on their upcoming final exams and with wrapping up other projects, tests, and assignments for this semester. We hope that this has been a great semester of learning and growth for your student(s). 
By: Greg Kottcamp, Assistant Principal
Dennison and D’Evelyn Night at the Denver Nuggets Game is Friday, January 20, at 7 pm against the Indiana Pacers. There will be a reserved section just for our group. Tickets can be purchased here. Everyone who purchases through the provided link, will be invited to take a photo on the Denver Nuggets court following the game!
By: Jenna Spendlove, DEF Executive Director
The D’Evelyn Education Foundation (DEF) currently distributes more than $24,500 in scholarships to deserving D’Evelyn Seniors at the annual Senior Awards Banquet each Spring. The DEF Board and Scholarship Committee are excited to announce our new Digital Scholarship Application process which is “LIVE” as of December 1, 2022. Each student must submit the completed DEF Digital Scholarship Application along with the required documentation for each application located within the digital application. Students will need access to their ACT and/or SAT scores, common-app essay, transcripts, letters of recommendation, list of personal experiences, honors, awards, activities, and a completed coach or teacher ranking form for applicable scholarships. If a student has easy access to these items, the application process should be quick and easy! We hope students will peruse the various scholarships and apply for all they qualify for! All completed online applications and required documents are due in the Counseling Office on February 28, 2023, at 11:59 pm. NO EXCEPTIONS! This includes all supporting materials such as letters of recommendation, ranking forms, transcripts, scores, etc. Please allow teachers, community members, and coaches ample time to complete the requested forms and letters for your scholarship to be completed by the deadline. The DEF Scholarship Committee is happy to help you with any questions you may have along the way, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly at: [email protected] The DEF Scholarships can be accessed online on the Scholarship Page. please note any other links/pages that list any paper application process are no longer valid. Only digital applications located on our Scholarship page will be accepted. We are working to get all of these spots resolved. 
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Congratulations to the Scholar of the Month winners for the month of November. They were chosen by the Science Department. Tyler Feighny, 6th Grade “Tyler takes a true interest in Earth Science. He asks thoughtful questions and goes out of his way to help his peers understand. Way to go Tyler!.” -Ms. Ericson: Science Teacher 
Chloe Menzer, 8th Grade
“Chloe Menzer is a wonderful participant in Physical Science! She volunteers to contribute to class discussions and clearly explains science concepts to classmates. She demonstrates great lab techniques, and she is a fun lab partner. She is kind to her peers and welcomes them into new friendships. Chloe, thank you for choosing D’Evelyn! -Ms. Aguiar: Science Teacher
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Congratulations to the Heart of D’Evelyn winners for the month of November. The Heart of D’Evelyn Award is intended to recognize students who exemplify the core values that we find in D’Evelyn’s Founding Document. These core values are Responsibility, Honesty, Self-Control, Kindness, and Fairness. These winners were chosen by their teachers based on their actions and behaviors in class, the lunchroom, and the hallways. Tonya Singleton, 7th Grade “Tonya embodies the "Heart of D'Evelyn" spirit with her kind, gracious, humble nature. Tonya speaks sweetly to other students and demonstrates role-model behavior in class. She is a faithful student reading, annotating, writing, and studying to the best of her ability. I am so grateful to have Tonya as a student-- she inspires me to be a better person!” -Ms. Ford, English Teacher 
Cadlyn Hart, 9th Grade
“Cadlyn is an exemplary student. Her focus and determination in class are surpassed only by her positivity and kindness. She strives to persevere when facing tricky new material but always has the patience and enthusiasm to collaborate effectively with teammates and lend a hand to struggling classmates. Her cheeriness every day makes my day ... 1st period Latin II is lucky to have her!” -Ms. Bowman, Latin Teacher 
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Congratulations to the Activities Member of the Month winners for the month of November. These winners were chosen by their Activities Sponsors based on their leadership qualities, work ethic, and other traits that represent what D’Evelyn wants to see in all of their Activities Members. They were chosen out of all the Activities Members that participate in outside of school events. Bethany Cook, 12th Grade “I would nominate Bethany Cook for NHS Activities Member of the Month. Bethany has been in NHS for both her junior and senior year and is currently serving as the NHS secretary. I appreciate that Bethany is always willing to step in and help when one of her fellow officers can't attend and she always volunteers for our events with a smile on her face. She is a great addition to the leadership team and I appreciate her hard work.” -Mrs. Bender, Spanish Teacher and NHS Sponsor 
Reilly Harrington, 11th Grade
“This is Reilly's second year on the Forensics Team. She has done both Speech and Debate successfully. Last year, she went to the State Tournament in Congressional Debate. This year she has begun competing in Informative Speaking, earning a ribbon at the Eaglecrest Tournament with her speech about the Matilda Effect where men ignore the contributions of women to the STEM fields. She also used her speaking skills to work with a graduate student to create a program emphasizing positive attitudes toward taking care of mental health issues for high school students.” -Ms. Peters, Forensics Coach 
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Congratulations to the Athlete of the Month winners for the month of November. These winners were chosen by their coaches based on their leadership qualities, work ethic, and other traits that represent what D’Evelyn wants to see in all of their Student-Athletes. They were chosen out of all the Student-Athletes at D’Evelyn. Clayton Gustafson, 11th Grade “Clayton had an incredible year for his team and program. He was a first-year varsity player that made his way into the starting lineup in a completely different position than what he normally had played in his prior years at D'Evelyn. When told of the change in the position he grasped it with both hands and ran with it and learned all of the specifics and tactics that were associated with it. Clayton continually faced adversity all season long with an open mind and willingness to succeed which saw him switch again to a central role in the defense and the leadership of our backline. The adversity showed up when Clayton fractured his leg partway through our season but he still showed up to training and games every day to help lead and coach his backline teammates and be there to help answer questions. His approach in terms of leadership with his peers was always the highest quality and exceptional honesty. Clayton's most enduring trait is his desire to always be at his best whether it’s on or off the field in everything he does. He’s for sure a shining example of what a successful student-athlete at D’Evelyn should look and sound like. Congrats Clayton on an incredible season!” -Coach Moline, Head Boys Soccer Coach 
Sambo Heng, 11th Grade
“Sambo has really turned things around. His focus in the classroom is light years ahead of where it was in the past. Despite missing the first 3 games with a broken wrist, Sambo was at every practice during his injury and even helped us as an assistant coach during that time. Once Sambo was able to get back on the field he became a ball of dynamite play in and play out. Sambo is starting to become an all-around student-athlete and continues to become an even better person.” -Coach Rankin, Head Football Coach
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Please join us in congratulating the November Teacher of the Month, Ghis Sabre. Ghis is an outstanding member of our community and is dedicated to the school. He was nominated by students, staff, and parents. Ghis is in his 10th year teaching at D’Evelyn and in his 17th year overall as a French Teacher. Below is what people nominating him said:
Congratulations Ghis! Thank you for being such a valuable member of our community! 
Robotics Team News
By: Chris Vollmer, Computer Science Instructor & Robotics Sponsor On Saturday, November 12th, the D'Evelyn Robotics Team competed in the BEST Robotics competition held at Englewood High School. The team, consisting of Luke Battagline, Lilly Battagline, Audrey Hagan, P.J. Vu, Grayson Neptune, and Glenn Spofford, was awarded a trophy and medals for their third-place finish. BEST which stands for Boosting Engineering, Science and Technology is a national organization that sponsors regional robotics competitions. All teams are provided with the materials needed to build a robot. They are given eight weeks to design, build, program, and test the robot. During the competition, teams earn points by controlling the robot to perform specific tasks. This year's team battled through some initial challenges during the first round. The drivers and robot performed splendidly and proved to be stiff competition for bigger schools that spend much time working on their robots during the school day. Congratulations to the 2022 D'Evelyn Robotics team. 
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December 6 - January 13 - Round 1 Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year December 6
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December 21 - January 4 - No School, Winter Break January 20 - Dennison and D’Evelyn Night at the Denver Nuggets Game, 7 pm 
The D'Evelyn Education Foundation initiatives are supported by generous contributions from the community. The Foundation thanks the businesses that support our school by sponsoring the D'Evelyn DASH, our School Directory, and/or our Annual Auction. A full list of all DEF sponsors can be found on the DEF Website. Over the next few months, we will highlight our most recent D'Evelyn DASH business sponsors.
December D'Evelyn DASH Finish Line Sponsor Highlight Finish line sponsors supported the D'Evelyn DASH with a contribution of $1000 or more. 
Summit Family Dentistry is thankful for the opportunity to serve our community and wishes D’Evelyn students the very best as they strive to make a difference in the world!
By: Lisa Bell, Track Coach
By: Greg Kottcamp, Assistant Principal
This a Reminder that the Open House for interested students and families will occur on Thursday, December 1st from 5 - 7 PM. The last tour will begin at 6:15 PM. This will be an excellent opportunity for interested students and families to meet D’Evelyn students, teachers, staff, and club sponsors, and in the process, learn more about our great school. Additionally, we offer four Prospective Student Information Nights. All new families must attend one Information Night before enrolling their student at D’Evelyn. This year, we will host Information Nights in the auditorium on the following dates:
Upcoming Enrollment Dates for the 2023-24 School Year. At D’Evelyn, along with all Jeffco Schools, we rely on the Enroll Jeffco platform to manage our enrollment process. We encourage all families in Jeffco to review and consider the information available at Enroll Jeffco.
By: Heidi Leoni
It is Finals Care Package time again! This is a fun way to raise money for the D'Evelyn Prom. Each package consists of two beverages and a variety of snacks for the last two days of finals. All packages are free of nuts, and the allergy-kind packages are dairy-free and gluten-free. If you did not order a set of finals care packages, you may do so until December 2, 2022. After that date, your student may pick up and pay for a package on the first day of finals at a cost of $15. Packages are $25 for two semesters and there are two ways to order a package:
Questions? Email Heidi or Elizabeth at [email protected] or [email protected]
By: Jenna Spendlove, DEF Executive Director
Mexico Vacation & Semi-Custom Fireplace Mexico Vacation - 7-night stay at one of the following three Vidanta resort locations: Acapulco, Cancun-Riviera Maya, or Nuevo Vallarta - $1750 (value $4500) Semi-Custom Outdoor Fireplace - $2000 (value $4000) Parties Band Pizza Party - D'Evelyn students love and adore our band and orchestra teacher, Mr. Craig Theis! Here is an opportunity to hang out with him in the band room and share a meal. Pizza and drinks are hosted. It will be a-rockin' good time!
Social Adult Beverages & Adult Beginner Pickleball w/Pro - Want an excuse to stay out of the "kitchen" and have some fun being social? Join our pickleball party, including a beginner lesson with Foothills Parks & Rec Pickleball Pro, Mark Chomko, guided play, and a picnic lunch. You'll learn the basics of playing pickleball (the fastest-growing sport on the planet!) on brand-new pickleball courts at Clement Park, have time to practice playing with guidance and enjoy a meal afterward. Paddles and balls will be provided.
Spinnin' Vinyl & Wine Party - Join us for an adult event at the Pinto's house. DJ "MC Holly" will be spinnin' vinyl - including classics from Miles Davis, Marvin Gaye, Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, Beastie Boys, etc. Feel free to bring your favorite record! Enjoy Wines from Napa and Sonoma - along with Chef prepared heavy appetizers. Bonus prize for any adult that wins a video-game challenge against Mitch Pinto (6th grade).
Vinyasa Yoga Class - Taught by Kristine Sweney (200 Hr Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher). Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable yoga clothes.
The Mac & Mac Macaroni and Cheese Social - Everybody loves Mr. & Mrs. McCaslin-Hahn and everyone loves macaroni and cheese! This will be super fun with a Mac-Daddy macaroni and cheese bar. It’s a cheesy good time!
Hot Chocolate Tailgate / Winter Break Kick-Off - Let's kick off the winter break by tailgating in the D'Evelyn east parking lot! We'll have a deluxe hot chocolate bar with lots of treats. It's a great opportunity to catch up before the long holiday. So. Much. Fun!
Keg Ball Party - Why should the kids have all the fun, come join other D’Evelyn Parents and play Adult Kickball. A delicious Taco Buffet and beverages will be provided.
Murphy's Manhattans, Martinis and Margaritas Party - This is such a fun event! D’Evelyn’s very own Monte Murphy will be bartender for the evening whipping up some great concoctions. The event also includes heavy hors d’oeuvres.
November 28 - College Visit - Fort Hays State University, Kansas, 1:50 - 2:30 pm
November 29
November 30
December 1
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December 5
December 6 - January 13 - Round 1 Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year December 6 - School Store open 10:20 am - 12:45 pm December 7 - High School Choir/Instrumental Concert, 6:15 pm December 8 - School Store open 10:20 am - 12:45 pm December 13
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December 20
December 21 - January 4 - No School, Winter Break
The D'Evelyn Education Foundation initiatives are supported by generous contributions from the community. The Foundation thanks the businesses that support our school by sponsoring the D'Evelyn DASH, our School Directory, and/or our Annual Auction. A full list of all DEF sponsors can be found on the DEF Website. Over the next few months, we will highlight our most recent D'Evelyn DASH business sponsors.
November D'Evelyn DASH Finish Line Sponsor Highlight Finish line sponsors supported the D'Evelyn DASH with a contribution of $1000 or more. 
Plante Moran is a Top 12 public accounting firm offering tax and audit services throughout the US and internationally. In addition, Plante Moran is one of the largest registered investment advisors in the nation and is the largest wealth management CPA firm in the nation based on assets under management.
By: Dr. Rob Bishop, Principal
On this final message prior to our upcoming Thanksgiving week break and on the heels of the D’Evelyn Education Foundation Dinner/Auction fundraiser, I feel it appropriate to provide some thoughts of thankfulness. First, I am very thankful for the opportunity to serve as D’Evelyn’s principal this school year. I have enjoyed every aspect of leading a school that embodies an educational philosophy that aligns with much of my own views of what school should be for our students. I deeply appreciate the great effort put forth by students, the dedication of our faculty and staff, and the support from D’Evelyn parents and families. Second, I am thankful for the partnerships with the many parent-led groups and committees that are critical to how we operate and our success at D’Evelyn. This especially includes the D’Evelyn Education Foundation. The Annual Dinner Auction on Friday, November 11th was a great example of the support and enthusiasm I feel from our collective community of parents and the many parent-led support groups and committees. The enthusiasm and shared belief in the quality of the D’Evelyn education was on full display throughout the evening. I will leave the details of the generosity of our D’Evelyn community and business/corporate partners as a result of this event to be reported by the DEF leadership. However, I must recognize that the passion, commitment, and support for D’Evelyn from our parents, family members, faculty, and staff is overwhelming. I would be remiss if I didn’t say thank you to the DEF Board, and especially to Jenna Spendlove for her leadership and the help of many others for their time and commitment to make the evening a success. The community support we enjoy at D’Evelyn is one of many key elements that help create and foster what D’Evelyn is . . . A Great School! I hope you and your family enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving and the associated Thanksgiving Break. I look forward to an excellent finish to the first semester upon our return on November 28.
By: Greg Kottcamp, Assistant Principal
It is hard to believe that we are already quickly approaching our open enrollment period for the 2023-2024 school year. At D’Evelyn, along with all Jeffco Schools, we rely on the Enroll Jeffco platform to manage our enrollment process. We encourage all families in Jeffco to review and consider the information available at Enroll Jeffco. The open enrollment period is crucial to D’Evelyn as an option school in Jefferson County. 100% of D’Evelyn students are admitted to the school via the lottery system in Enroll Jeffco. We enroll students in 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grades each year. We always appreciate current D’Evelyn families sharing information regarding our enrollment processes and timelines with friends, family, and fellow community members. School choice is a crucial decision for students and families. As a liberal arts school with a unique curriculum and educational philosophy, D’Evelyn is not the best fit for all students. However, we have great confidence in our program's strength and its great impact on our student's lives. Please join us in encouraging interested families to participate in our upcoming Open House and Prospective Student Information Nights. The Open House for interested students and families will occur on Thursday, December 1st from 5 - 7 PM. The last tour will begin at 6:15 PM. This will be an excellent opportunity for interested students and families to meet D’Evelyn students, teachers, staff, and club sponsors, and in the process, learn more about our great school. Additionally, we offer four Prospective Student Information Nights. All new families must attend one Information Night before enrolling their student at D’Evelyn. This year, we will host Information Nights in the auditorium on the following dates:
Upcoming Enrollment Dates for the 2023-24 School Year
By: Jenna Spendlove, Executive Director
OUR D’EVELYN COMMUNITY IS AMAZING! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Many thanks to the over 170 people who attended Friday’s Annual DEF Dinner & Auction and to the many who participated online! Thank you to the numerous businesses and individuals who donated so charitably to the live and silent auctions! Thank you to our sponsors for their generosity and support of this important fundraiser! We are still finalizing numbers and will continue to sell our D’Evelyn Community Parties and Experiences as well as the few items that didn’t receive any bids, but wanted to share with you that because of the active participation of our generous community we EXCEEDED this event’s fundraising GOAL of $60,000! The funds raised Friday evening will be dedicated to student scholarships, teacher scholarships & awards, sports, arts, and teacher appreciation. If you weren’t in attendance, there are still opportunities to contribute and support these important items as well as the numerous other programs DEF supports. We have much to celebrate and the opportunity to items as well as multiple D’Evelyn Community Parties and Experiences to purchase tickets to. Here are just a few pictures from the evening’s festivities! 
Thank you to the outstanding Auction Team entirely made up of dedicated parent volunteers!
Last chance to purchase items that are still available. You can purchase these remaining items HERE.
Six Front Row Graduation Seats - $500
Pragma Family Medicine 1 Year Concierge service, 1st Aid Clutch, Disposable face masks, Alcohol wipes, Sani-key - $250 (worth $12,000)
Direct Primary Care is just as it sounds, care directly from your doctor, who knows you best. Rather than a traditional insurance model, you pay a monthly fee which ensures that you will be part of a small group of patients. Imagine having your doctor’s direct line when you need it. That is DIRECT primary care. 
Semi-Custom Outdoor Fireplace - $2000
This would look amazing in your backyard! The color is desert, and it includes delivery. At just over six feet high and three feet wide (without the wood box option), the Compact fireplace is ideal for smaller backyards and patios. Popular for its affordability, smaller footprint, the uncomplicated style, the Compact Fireplace will generate warm accolades from family and guests for years to come. Includes high-temp, protective firebrick, ensuring durability and enhancing the overall appearance.
Tickets to Parties are also available!
Tickets to parties are still available! If you’d like to purchase tickets, go HERE. Band Pizza Party D'Evelyn students love and adore our band & orchestra teacher, Mr. Craig Theis! Here is an opportunity to hang out with him in the band room and share a meal. Pizza and drinks are hosted. It will be a rockin' good time!
Social Drinking & Adult Beginner Pickleball w/Pro Want an excuse to stay out of the "kitchen" and have some fun social "drinking!?" Join our pickleball party that includes a beginner lesson with Foothills Parks & Rec Pickleball Pro, Mark Chomko, guided play, and a picnic lunch. You'll learn the basics of playing pickleball (the fastest-growing sport on the planet!) on brand-new pickleball courts at Clement Park, have time to practice playing with guidance and enjoy a meal afterward. Paddles and balls will be provided.
Spinnin' Vinyl & Wine Party Join us for an adult event at the Pinto's house. DJ "MC Holly" will be spinnin' vinyl - including classics from Miles Davis, Marvin Gaye, Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, Beastie Boys, etc. Feel free to bring your favorite record! Enjoy Wines from Napa and Sonoma - along with Chef prepared heavy appetizers. Bonus prize for any adult that wins a video-game challenge against Mitch Pinto (6th grade).
Vinyasa Yoga Class Taught by Kristine Sweney (200 Hr Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher). Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable yoga clothes
The Mac & Mac Macaroni and Cheese Social Everybody loves Mr. & Mrs. McCaslin-Hahn and everyone loves macaroni and cheese! This will be super fun with lots of adult beverages and a Mac-Daddy macaroni and cheese bar. It’s a cheesy good time!
Hot Chocolate Tailgate / Winter Break Kick-Off Let's kick-off the winter break by tailgating in the D'Evelyn east parking lot! We'll have a deluxe hot chocolate bar with lots of treats. It's a great opportunity to catch up before the long holiday. So. Much. Fun!
Keg Ball Party Why should the kids have all the fun, come join other D’Evelyn Parents and play Adult Kickball. A delicious Taco Buffet and a Keg will be provided.
Murphy's Manhattans, Martinis & Margaritas Party This is such a fun event! D’Evelyn’s very own Monte Murphy will be bartender for the evening whipping up some great concoctions. The event also includes heavy hors d’oeuvres.
By: Susan Aberle, Junior High Social Committee Chair
The Junior High Social Committee hosted a great time at Roller City on November 4th with over 40 attendees. Special thanks to the volunteers who helped chaperone the event including, Dan Jones, Kelly Benninghoff, Alyssa Elmore, Elizabeth Edlen, Jamie Siebrase, Anna Helton, Kassa Harrison, Rita Dale, George Harrison, Missy Vigil, Malia Burton, Kelly Brooks and anyone that I may have forgotten. Additional event photos can be viewed online. Look for another great event early this spring.
Cheerleading
The D'Evelyn Cheerleading team had a strong weekend by winning the 4a/5a division and winning grand champions overall at the Thunder Cheer Championships on Friday, Nov 11. On Saturday, Nov 12 the team placed 3rd at the Mile High Regionals hosted at the Western Stock Show Complex. Congratulations Jags! 
Robotics
Congratulations to D’Evelyn Robotics on their 3rd place finish at the Best Robotics competition.
November 14 - Official Start of the Winter Sports Season: First Day of Practice/Tryouts
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November 18
November 19
November 21 - 25 - No School, Thanksgiving Break November 28 - College Visit - Fort Hays State University, Kansas, 1:50 - 2:30 pm November 29
November 30
December 1
December 5
December 6 - January 13 - Round 1 Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year December 6 - School Store open 10:20 am - 12:45 pm December 7 - High School Choir/Instrumental Concert, 6:15 pm December 8 - School Store open 10:20 am - 12:45 pm
The D'Evelyn Education Foundation initiatives are supported by generous contributions from the community. The Foundation thanks the businesses that support our school by sponsoring the D'Evelyn DASH, our School Directory, and/or our Annual Auction. A full list of all DEF sponsors can be found on the DEF Website. Over the next few months, we will highlight our most recent D'Evelyn DASH business sponsors.
November D'Evelyn DASH Finish Line Sponsor Highlight Finish line sponsors supported the D'Evelyn DASH with a contribution of $1000 or more.
Plante Moran is a Top 12 public accounting firm offering tax and audit services throughout the US and internationally. In addition, Plante Moran is one of the largest registered investment advisors in the nation and is the largest wealth management CPA firm in the nation based on assets under management.
D'Evelyn Educational Foundation Dinner and Auction Sponsors
Thank you to the generous sponsors of the D'Evelyn Educational Foundation Dinner and Auction. 
By: Dr. Rob Bishop, Principal
The D’Evelyn Education Foundation Annual Dinner Auction - “Giving Thanks and Giving Back”
We are just days away from the 2022 D’Evelyn Dinner Auction. I am excited to invite you and your family to attend this wonderful event. Families can still purchase tickets, register for the auction (Unable to attend? You can still bid online!), and make a monetary donation on our event website. Join your friends and mingle with D’Evelyn staff while enjoying a delicious fall-themed dinner, dessert bar, and drink. Put in a bid for some of the amazing auction items like a D’Evelyn letter jacket and other D’Evelyn swag, reserved East Lot parent parking, and Denver Burger Battle tickets. Have fun at an ‘Auction Party’ like a pizza party with Band Director Dr. Craig Theis or a hot chocolate tailgater. The live auction is equally as impressive with a Pro Traeger Grill, Nuggets basketball club tickets with autographed basketball, and a ski area condo with four ski passes. And get a jump on your holiday shopping with one of our many themed gift baskets. We have many great programs to support, so we really need you to come and enjoy this great event! The D’Evelyn Education Foundation (DEF) was established in 2004 as a non-profit organization designed to provide the financial support necessary to maintain the academic, athletic, performing arts, and scholarship programs at D’Evelyn Junior/Senior High School. The financial support of DEF is essential to the continued success of our great school and serves the important function of supporting D’Evelyn students, teachers, and staff both inside and outside the classroom. Among the various programs DEF supports, this year, the fundraising efforts will support:
DEF fundraises through a variety of methods and events each year, including the D’Evelyn Dash, the Auction, the Annual Giving Campaign, and the Annual Golf Tournament. In order to provide this ample support to D’Evelyn students and teachers, we ask D’Evelyn families to consider opportunities that they can support including attending and participating in the Auction. If you have questions or ideas on how you can get involved, please contact Jenna Spendlove, Executive Director and Auction Chair, at [email protected]. D’Evelyn Junior/Senior High School is a special school. The commitment of our students, faculty, and staff is integral to the success of our rigorous liberal arts program outlined in the D’Evelyn Founding Document. The support of D’Evelyn parents, families, and alumni allows for our academic and extracurricular community to continue to be special. I am touched by the steady and consistent support we receive in so many different ways from D’Evelyn families. It is my sincere hope that you will be able to join in this important community fundraising event on November 11th. Other Quick Links:
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Sports Offered and Head Coaches
The Winter Sports Season official practices begin on Monday, November 14th, but camps and tryouts may occur before the start of the regular season. Please contact coaches for more information. Winter Sports Registration Online registration for Winter Sports opened in early October. Athletic Registration is online only. Even if you played a Fall Sport, you need to register again for a Winter Sport. You can find the registration link on the D’Evelyn Athletic website, or you can click on this link: https://develynhs-ar.rschooltoday.com/node/23. Please make sure you have an updated Sports Physical ready to upload. Physicals are good for 365 days, please make sure your Physical is up to date or schedule an appointment today. Registration will remain open until the end of the day on Friday, November 11th. If you have Winter Sports registration questions, please contact Beth Raczynski: [email protected] Winter Sports Parent/Athlete Information Night On Thursday, November 10th, D’Evelyn will be hosting a Winter Sports Parent and Athlete Information Night. It will start at 7:00 pm and will be held in the Main Gym. All students who are interested in playing a Winter Sport are encouraged to attend with a parent or guardian. During the meeting, the Athletic Director will talk about the Athletic Department philosophy, expectations, registration, and other topics that will help you prepare for the upcoming season. Once the Athletic Director is done, each Winter Sports Team will have a break-out session. Head Coaches will have their preseason meeting and will provide schedules, expectations, and other information about their program. If you have questions about the event, please email the Athletic Director, Eric McCaslin-Hahn at [email protected]
By: Dan Wille, Assistant Principal
As Veterans Day approaches, it is important to take time to acknowledge the meaning of this national holiday. D’Evelyn strives to prepare students for roles as active, informed citizens who celebrate the strengths of our nation. To celebrate our patriotism we emphasize the unique values, freedoms, and liberties essential to the United States and can think of no better group of heroes who represent the importance of these lofty ideals than the men and women who have unselfishly served our nation. Our veterans and active duty service members sacrifice tremendously giving up their safety, comforts of home, friends, and family, and at times their lives to model true service, heroism, and honor. By their selfless service, they show us that the democratic ideals upon which our country was founded and the freedom which the United States personifies are worth fighting to protect. We find it imperative that we thank these men and women for their self-sacrifice and service to our country. Thus, we are excited to celebrate our veterans and their families at D’Evelyn’s Veterans Day Tribute Event on November 11th. Please see the below information for more details:
We invite all veterans and active service members to join us at 1:20 pm in the cafeteria for snacks and refreshments before the tribute. 
By: Coach Tammie Peters
Now that fall sports and activities are winding down, the Forensics team would like you to consider speech and debate. For junior high school students, we have Debate Club which meets every Thursday after school from 2:35-3:30 in Library Room C. We'll be learning about "debate thinking" and looking ahead to competing in a few middle school tournaments in the future. For high school students, we have the Speech and Debate team which meets every Tuesday after school from 2:35-3:15 in Library Room C, plus time for practicing in the students' events. We have competition opportunities nearly every weekend from November through February. Which tournaments a student competes in is determined by the student -- no one competes in every tournament. Students may choose to compete in a number of different types of speaking. Join some of the famous people who competed in junior high and high school Speech and Debate: Zac Efron, Chadwick Boseman, Josh Gad, Idina Menzel, Jane Pauley, Oprah Winfrey, Keenan Thompson, Kal Penn, Honorable Sonia Sotomayor, Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson, Jared Padalecki, and more. Participation in Speech and Debate has also been shown to provide young people with the communication skills needed in most professions, increase standardized test scores, develop leadership skills, evaluate information, and increase critical thinking. For more information, please contact coach Tammie Peters at [email protected]
Marching Band 3A State Champions!
Congratulations to the Marching Band for winning the 3A State Championship in Grand Junction! They finished in 1st place in the semi-finals earlier in the day and then finished in 1st place during the Finals again in the evening. They also were awarded 1st place for Best Visual, Best Music, and Best General Effect. Thank you, Dr. Theis, the Marching Band Staff, and all the parent volunteers for all your work in making this happen! 
November 7 - 11 - 6th Grade Outdoor Lab
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November 9 - College Visits: Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa and Montana Technical University, Butte November 10
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November 17 - School Store open 10:20 am - 12:45 pm November 21 - 25 - No School, Thanksgiving Break November 28 - College Visit - Fort Hays State University, Kansas November 29 - School Store open 10:20 am - 12:45 pm November 30
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The D'Evelyn Education Foundation initiatives are supported by generous contributions from the community. The Foundation thanks the businesses that support our school by sponsoring the D'Evelyn DASH, our School Directory, and/or our Annual Auction. A full list of all DEF sponsors can be found on the DEF Website. Over the next few months, we will highlight our most recent D'Evelyn DASH business sponsors.
November D'Evelyn DASH Finish Line Sponsor Highlight Finish line sponsors supported the D'Evelyn DASH with a contribution of $1000 or more.
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