This a reminder to all families that D'Evelyn will have a 2-hour delayed start this Thursday, February 2nd. This late start along with the remaining late start scheduled on May 4th is part of the negotiated agreement between Jeffco Schools and the Jefferson County Education Association (JCEA). On these days, the 2-hour delay bell schedule will be followed and the school store will be closed.
By: Lisa Bell, Track Coach
We are very excited about the 2023 track season! We want to invite all high school students to join the Jaguar Track & Field team this spring! We are a no-cut sport that offers an opportunity for all athletes to improve during the season. Athletes work with supportive coaching staff who encourage them to practice and compete to their fullest potential. There is an event in which any athlete can excel and find success without any previous experience. Please visit the DHS T&F website for information on our team store, pre-season clinic, and season schedule! Our student informational meeting is on Monday, January 30th during 7th hour in the library!
By: Dan Wille, Assistant Principal
Juniors will participate in the SAT college readiness exam at D’Evelyn on April 12. All D’Evelyn juniors are automatically registered for this assessment as it is provided by the Colorado Department of Education. However, students have the option of taking the SAT with essay and must register for this through their online College Board account by February 16. Contact Assistant Principal Wille with questions ([email protected]).
By: Brock Gustafson, Steering Committee Chair
Here is the latest in our search for a new principal. The district posted job ads across well-respected, higher education websites in December and January, and they successfully attracted nearly a dozen, experienced applicants for our Principal opening. The PHC met mid-month to discuss the pool of applicants and based on the application materials, resumes, educational philosophy statements, transcripts, and letters of recommendation, the Committee narrowed the pool to four, highly qualified candidates. The four candidates interviewed with the Committee, on Wednesday. Following those interviews, the PHC overwhelmingly selected one candidate to move forward in the process and had hoped to hold focus groups with the community today. As you may know, the job market is hot right now for job seekers (there are more openings than qualified candidates), and our chosen candidate has decided to pursue another job offer outside our district. While we are disappointed, we are all on Team D'Evelyn and there is no quit in us. How many times have we seen our Jags struggle, work their tails off and come out stronger on the other side? That is part of the D'Evelyn Difference - I am inspired by our student's hard work and grit and our talented staff who help them on their journey. We will keep working to find our next leader and we will not compromise until we have found the right fit for D'Evelyn. We will provide updates when we have next steps, but in the meantime, we are reposting the position on the Jeffco schools site and elsewhere, and we encourage you to refer any qualified applicants to apply online or email their interest to [email protected].
By: Crystal Frigo, Post-Grad Secretary
What’s on the Calendar?
Course Selection is coming! Counselors will be in classrooms the week of February 6th to talk to students about choosing their classes for next year. Students are welcome to set an appointment with their counselor if they have any questions or if they would like to have a more in-depth conversation about what classes will help them meet their big picture. Please have them come down to the Counseling Office to make an appointment. Scholarships 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. To learn more about the scholarships offered and the application process, review the scholarship page on the DEF website. Dennison Eagle Community PTA Scholarship: $1000 awarded to 2 seniors. Students must have attended Dennison Elementary School. Application criteria and instructions can be found here. The application deadline is April 1. Naviance Scholarship Research: Go under the College tab, Scholarship match. Narrow down the search “Scholarship LIST”. Add scholarships you are interested in to the “Scholarship Applications”. Scholarship Research: Contact your school's financial aid offices to ask what scholarships they offer (merit or major based). Contact businesses, corporations, and volunteer organizations with whom you have a relationship to see what they offer. Opportunities and Resources Real Estate Broker RE/MAX – hiring a high school student with good computer skills for $18/hr. Approximately 15 hours per week. Call Jay Longmire at 303-909-4308 located on Bowles and Wadsworth. American Legion Auxiliary Girls State: A week-long civic engagement program that is nationally recognized and provides an amazing opportunity for junior girls to enhance their college applications. Hosted at Northeastern Junior College, Sterling from June 15 - 20. Apply by May 15. American Legion Colorado Boys State: High School Juniors will experience real life creating and operating their own cities, counties, and state governments. Hosted at Northeastern Junior College, Sterling from June 4 - 10. Apply by May 1. Worcester Polytechnic Institute (MA) – Frontiers Residential Summer Program: application opens January 17, 2023, for 10th - 12th-grade students to explore topics in STEM and the humanities. Students around the globe come together to experience college life. Sessions are July 9 - 21 and July 23 - August 4. Tuition is $3,595. Girls Lead the Way STEM & Leadership Conference: Saturday, February 4 from 8:15 am to 4:30 pm at the Colorado School of Mines, Green Center 924 16th St., Golden, CO 80401. The cost is $30 and registration closes on January 25. St. Albans School of Public Service Summer Programs in Washington D.C. This program is for High School Seniors interested in politics, government, and public service, or who have taken part in Model UN, debate, or mock trials. The curriculum is built around case studies, many from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard; mini-courses in economics, and public speaking. This residential program provides dormitories on campus and runs from June 25 to July 22. Apply by March 1. CU Denver LYNX National Arts and Media Camps: The LYNX National Arts and Media Camps are summer immersion programs for high school students interested in the arts and music
CU Denver College of Arts and Media Visit Opportunities: Meis Open House Dates and Audition Dates: 2/3/23, 2/24/23, and 3/10/23. Email Ms. Crystal for more information. Birch Psychology: Group teen therapy sessions for teens struggling with frequent mood swings, depression, anxiety, peer relationships, and coping skills. Sessions are on Tuesdays starting in February. To learn more and enroll contact via phone at 303-834-1026 or email at [email protected]. Birch Psychology is located at 950 Logan Street, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80203 New Foundation Counseling provides trauma-focused therapy, specializing in teens and the LGBTQ+ community. Their new location is close to D’Evelyn. Contact information: New Foundation Counseling 2255 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 200. 720-996-1340 or [email protected]. Therapists have availability and accept Aetna, Cigna, and Medicaid. College Application Affordability Toolkit: This link has resources about financial aid, FAFSA loans, and scholarships. Essay/Editing help for Scholarship and College Applications: Emily Smith (recent D'Evelyn graduate) has a freelance editing business, "Wordsmith Services". Emily has experience with the application process for both scholarships and colleges. For a nominal fee of $2 a page (generally) and quick turnaround times, she can help to provide you with editing, proofreading, and clear communication. Email Emily at [email protected].
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Congratulations to the Scholar of the Month winners for the month of January. They were chosen by the Electives Department.
John Emerson - 8th grade
I would like to recognize 8th grader John Emerson for Student of the Month for PE. This is my 2nd semester having John this year and he is always willing to help with anything that is needed and always does what is asked of him. He is a good sport and team player that always puts forth effort every day in class. John has a positive attitude and is a pleasure to have in class.” - Ms. Battaglia, Physical Education Teacher
Chelyn Kwon - 6th grade
Chelyn is consistently prepared for orchestra rehearsal. She is the sitting principal violinist of our Advanced High School Orchestra and a 7th-grade student. She has been recognized as an accomplished young musician at the District, State, and National levels. Recently, she performed with the Jeffco Honors Orchestra and is currently working on repertoire for a solo competition. She is always looking for opportunities to perform outside the classroom expectation. She is an outstanding and humble musician and is a model student for her peers. - Dr. Theis, Instrumental Music Teacher
Austeja Buzenaite - 10th grade
Austeja is a determined and motivated drawing student. She makes an effort to exceed the required expectations for assignments, going above and beyond to create amazing works of art. Austeja spends extra time in seventh hour to make her ideas come to fruition. She is also very thorough in reflecting on and communicating about her finished work. She is a great example to her peers in the Art Studio classroom. - Mr. Anneberg, Art Teacher
Ryan Clark - 11th grade
Ryan is being recognized for helping to create a positive learning environment. He does this through his willingness to share his knowledge during class discussions, consistently working hard to better understand difficult concepts and assist his classmates in doing the same. Ryan's strong work ethic, positive attitude, and attention to detail will assist in his continual success. It is a pleasure to have him in class. - Mr. Vollmer, Computer Teacher
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Congratulations to the Heart of D’Evelyn winners for the month of January. 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.
Sebastian Kung - 8th Grade
Sebastian is always responsible and looking to improve. He is an excellent student, but he's applying himself to improving still more, particularly in applying himself to his writing. He also is unflappable in his consistent participation in class - no matter what, he is focused, responsible, and applying himself. -Mr. Beams, Social Studies Teacher
Adelyln Volz - 9th Grade
Adelyn has been a very kind and fun student to get to know in Art class. She takes her work seriously but also has fun while working. She is a good example to her peers as she dives into her artwork with enthusiasm, yet with good focus and determination to exceed the requirements of the Art task. -Mr. Anneberg, Art Teacher
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Congratulations to the Activities Member of the Month winners for the month of January. 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.
Kaylee Kipp - 10th Grade
The Activities Member of the Month award for Choral Music should go to Kaylee Kipp. Kaylee was selected to Jeffco Honor Choir and is an absolute rock star in Concert Choir. She is always on task, a great sight reader, and a rock star in the Alto section. In addition to her vocal abilities, Kaylee is a wonderfully positive and joyous person who lifts others up. She is showing high promise in her leadership skills and she is most deserving of this award. -Mr. White, Choral Music Director
Diya Gupta - 10th Grade
I would like to nominate Diya Gupta. She has been with the team for three years now and has always been a great student with our club. This year she has been a huge help as we have a lot of newer students participating and she is very quick to offer help to the new students, sharing her experiences and knowledge. She is also always very well prepared and excited, coming with a great attitude and excitement for the activities of our club. The coaches can count on her to help out when we need to, and her insight into the cases and legal analysis we have to do for mock trial is great. I will say, I wish I had more colleagues in my legal profession that had such a great work ethic as Diya has. -Mr. Andrews, Mock Trial Coach
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Congratulations to the Athlete of the Month winners for the month of January. 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.
Rebecca Taylor - 12th Grade
Rebecca is having a great start to her senior season! At the halfway point of the session, she is averaging a career-best 10.5 points per game and adding 4.3 assists, 4.1 steals, and 1.8 rebounds per game. More than stats, she plays with a basketball IQ that is unmatched in the girl's game. Her court vision and anticipation on defense make her an invaluable player. On and off the floor, she is the unquestioned leader on our team; unanimously voted captain by her teammates. She also looks for ways to involve the younger players in our program and wants to include everyone. Always a “team first” leader, Rebecca has helped guide her team to an undefeated 13-0 overall record, the best start in school history! Her team also won championships at Mountain Vista/Rock Canyon, the Jeffco Jungle Jam, and the Palisade Winter Classic tournaments. We wouldn’t be the same team without her on-court play and her off-court personality. Thanks for all you do, Rebecca! Congrats! -Coach Olson, Head Girls Basketball Coach
Ava Anderson - 12th Grade
When Ava Anderson dives into the water, she is a game changer in a race for the AquaJags. As a senior, she is versatile in every stroke and distance, having qualified for 3A State in every individual swim event in which she has competed from the 50 Freestyle to the 500 Freestyle to the 200 Individual Medley. As the high-point leader on our team, she is a pivotal anchor leg on our highest-ranking relay that currently stands in 3rd for 3A schools. Her leadership does not stop at the pool edge. She models for the rest of the team how to constructively evaluate her races and adopt the changes needed in training. Her perseverance, calm but positive attitude and drive will ensure her future success both in and out of the pool. -Coach Carpenter, Head Girls Swim & Dive Coach
By: Eric McCaslin-Hahn, Assistant Principal, Athletics and Activities Director
Please join us in congratulating the January Teacher of the Month, Lori Aguiar. Lori is an outstanding member of our community and is dedicated to the school. She was nominated by students, staff, and parents. Lori is in her 18th year teaching at D’Evelyn as a Science Teacher. Below is what people nominating her said:
Congratulations Lori! Thank you for being such a valuable member of our community!
State Qualifiers in Skiing
Congratulations to Lexi Ornstein and Kaden Graper for qualifying for the State Championships in both the Slalom and Giant Slalom. Both students compete for Evergreen High School as part of the Jeffco Ski Team. The state tournament will be held at Copper Mountain on February 16th and 17th.
Artwork Featured at Power of Process Art Show
Congratulations to Senior Michelle Carmer, her artwork was selected to be a part of a district Art Show known as the Power of Process. Mr. Anneberg also has a work of art displayed in the teacher portion of this same show. The Power of Process is being exhibited in the Foothills Art Center located in downtown Golden. The exhibition had an opening reception on January 27 and the show will remain up until early April. Go and check out this unique show if you have the opportunity!
January 29 - August 31 - Round 2 Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year
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February 6 - 10 - Wish Week February 13 - Steering Committee Meeting, 4:30 pm February 15
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February 17 - No School for Students (Potential Snow Makeup Day) February 20 - No School, President's Day February 21 - DEF Board Meeting, in the Library 6:00 - 8:00 pm February 23 - February 25 - Musical, 7 pm February 25 - DEF Scholarship Applications due 11:59 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 Junior High Social Committee, scholarships, and teacher appreciation events. A full list of all DEF sponsors can be found on the DEF Website. Over the next few weeks, we will highlight the D'Evelyn Auction business sponsors.
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