Page Content High Plains is pleased to offer our students a number of extracurricular opportunities for the 2011-2012 school year. We have a mix of free and fee-based programs to enhance your student's educational experience. These activities are offered at convenient times before and after school. Please take a moment to peruse these opportunities and their schedules.
***START DATES VARY, please be sure to confirm start dates with the activity contact!***
AM Activities from 8:00-8:55
PM Activities from 3:30-4:20
F indicates a free activity
$ fee-based activity; scholarships or discounts available
Art Club (K-5): $
Tuesdays AM (Art Room) for K-2
Thursdays AM (Art Room) for 3-5
Art Club will be offered before school in the art room. There will be two sessions for K, 1st, and 2nd graders and two sessions will be offered for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Please see the dates below. In Art Club each students will be exploring various arts and crafts that will be based on student interest. Projects may include clay, painting, drawing, paper mache, etc. Projects will not be repeated in later sessions and students will be taking their art home as they finish it. There is a fee of $60. Please make checks payable to Mrs. Anadiotis. Space is limited so please get the permission slip and check in soon! Contact Voula Anadiotis (panadiotis@cherrcreekschools.org) for more information.
| K-2 Session 1 |
9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 |
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| K-2 Session 2 |
4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 |
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| 3-5 Session 1 |
9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20 |
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| 3-5 Session 2 |
5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31 |
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Band (4-5): $
Tues/Thursday PM (music room).
Fourth and fifth grade students are invited to join the band. Students learn the basics of playing an instrument from the ground up. The class begins with putting the instrument together, making the first sounds and reading music. We perform in three concerts during the school year (one with other schools from around the district). The options for instruments are flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet or trombone. The cost for band is $40 per month (plus the cost of the instrument) and is put on by the Cherry Creek School District. Contact Dallas Merrihew (dmerrihew@cherrycreekschools.org) for more information.
Battle of the Books Club (4-5): Free
Meeting dates are in the library: 10/12, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16, 11/30, 12/14, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25.
Incoming 4th and 5th graders are given the opportunity to participate in the Battle of the Books Literacy Club. Students of all reading levels are invited to participate. Students read at least seven titles from a specified book list during the summer. During the first trimester of the school year, students will participate in approximately 10 book studies/book club sessions. During the book club sessions, participating students will work collaboratively to discuss the books and respond to questions about plot, characters, setting, and theme. At the end of the 10 sessions, student teams will compete against one another at the Battle of the Books competition. The competition will take place on February 1. Information will be sent home before summer break for students in 3rd and 4th grade who are interested in participating in the Battle of the Books Club the following year. Contact parent Melissa Stock (mstock@ald.lib.co.us) for more information.
Book Club (2-3): Free
Monday AM (Library)
Do you love to read? Come read some great books, talk about them, and do fun activities. Book club will begin on October 10 and take place the 2nd Monday of every month. Meeting dates are 10/10, 11/14, 12/12, 1/9. 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, and 5/14. Contact parent Julie Elkins (jelkins@aimco.com) for more information.
Building and Breakfast (K-5): Free
Thursdays AM (cafeteria)
Are you an aspiring architect, or do you just love constructing new creations? Join us in the cafeteria on Thursday mornings at 8:00 AM for some building and breakfast. There is no need to sign up and there is no cost for this fun-filled morning! Contact Sherri Tobin (ssamuels@cherrycreekschools.org) for more information.
Chess Club (K-5): Free
Friday AM (Library)
Chess club is for both beginner and more advanced chess players. This for anyone who enjoys playing chess with friends and wants to learn how to improve their game! Chess Club will meet weekly from September through December. For more information on Chess Club, contact parent John O'Grady (john@rmclvs.com ) for more information.
Chess Team (2-5): Free
Monday AM (room 159)
Chess Team will continue after Chess Club ends. The Chess Team competes against other local elementary schools and will run from December through March. For more information, please contact John O'Grady ( john@rmclvs ).
Choir (3rd-5th): Free
Tuesday AM (music room)
This group is all about singing! We use this time to learn techniques for better singing and maintaining a healthy voice. In addition, we prepare musical pieces for performance. We participate in two concerts each school year. Choir is open to students in third, fourth and fifth grades. If you love to sing, it’s never too late to join the choir! Contact Dallas Merrihew (dmerrihew@cherrycreekschools.org) for more information.
Cub Scouts (1st-4th): Free
Scouting is learning by discovery and discovery by doing. It’s fun, friends, and family where skills are learned, confidence is built, and stories are born. A Scout who knows the buddy system learns to trust and be trusted. A Scout who hikes and camps learns to appreciate the outdoors and take care of it. And a Scout who’s part of a den and a pack has a genuine sense of belonging. Join today and do it all with the Scouts. Popcorn sale begins in August, Pinewood Derby is in January, the Blue & Gold banquet (when 5th graders "graduate" from cub scouts to boy scouts) is in February, family campout is in June. For more information, contact parent Eric Cremer at cubmaster@cubscoutpack354.com.
Cup Stack Club (1-5): Free
Monday AM (Gym) - FALL ONLY
Cup stacking helps students develop bilateral proficiency equal performance on both sides of the body. By increasing bilateral proficiency, a student develops a greater percentage of the right side of the brain, which houses awareness, focus, creativity and rhythm. Stacking helps train the brain for sports and other activities where the use of both hands is important, such as playing a musical instrument or using the computer. Sequencing and patterning are also elements of sport stacking, which can help with reading and math skills. But don’t tell the kids, they just consider it fun! Contact Jason Herrera (jherrera9@cherrycreekschools.org) for more information.
Destination Imagination: (K-5): Free
TBD (Gym Stage)
DI is a community-based, non-profit, volunteer-driven educational organization that teaches young people from kindergarten through university-level the critical and creative thinking skills needed for success in the 21st century. DI teaches the processes of Creative Problem Solving and teamwork.
As a complement to traditional education, DI offers participants of all ages a real-world experience in creativity, teamwork and problem solving. Students with a variety of interests and talents can benefit from participation in the DI program. High Plains has 2 active DI teams under the leadership of generous and enthusiastic adult coaches. For more information, contact Julie Burns at jburns6@cherrycreekschools.org or parent Lynne Sochinski at sochinski@comcast.net.
French Club (K-5): $
Tuesday AM: Classroom 159
Learn French at High Plains with Bike Path Learning. We put your child on the path to French language Fluency. Experience the fun of our year long curriculum based enrichment program. Our teaching method is THE MOST EFFECTIVE for learning whole language skills and really creating full understanding. New students quickly advance to a "French Only" environment. Did you know that French is spoken officially in 33 countries on 5 continents? Did you know that a third of all English words are derived directly or indirectly from French? Did you know that French is the 2nd most learned second language, just after English? French is a World Language and important for a World work and travel.
French lessons are BEFORE School 8-8:45AM. Kindie - 5th grades begin September 13 and will be held on TUESDAYS. Multiple Tuition Options are available with various discounts for siblings, staff, yearly & others. Tuition costs for 2011-2012 are $350/year, $120/trimester plus registration fee or $42/month plus registration fee. Class Space is limited so don't wait to Register! Contact: Charnie Bledsoe at bikepathlearning@yahoo.com, 303-503-9661 or visit our website to register on line at http://www.bikepathlearning.com
Golf Club (K-5): $
Wednesday AM (Gym)
TGA introduces K-5th grade students to golf at their schools with their 5 Level Enrichment Program before transitioning them to the golf course in the Summer through camps, tournaments and clinics. Their goal is to introduce America's youth of all backgrounds to the fun, positive, character-building aspects of golf while creating a lifelong love of the game. TGA incorporates educational concepts into every class including math - adding scores, calculating distance and yards to feet, positive/negative integers related to par, etc and science – gravity, velocity and physics! Join us for fun games and drills and learn to play golf! Program dates are as follows:
Session 1: 9/21, 9/28 10/5, 10/12, 10/19
Session 2: 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7
Session 3: 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22
Session 4: 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2
Contact Mike Campbell mcampbell@golftga.com, (720) 427-7454 or visit their website at www.GolfTGA.com/arapahoe for more information and to register for classes online! Tuition is $89 for a five week session. Register by September 7th and receive a 10% discount.
Indy Club (1-5): Free
Monday AM (Gym) - SPRING ONLY
The Indy Club will be offered in the Spring Semester and will focus on Individual Sports versus Team Sports. For example, Badminton will be one of the activities offered during this morning session. Watch for more information from Jason Herrera as we get closer to Spring (jherrera9@cherrycreekschools.org).
Intramurals: (K-5): Free
Tuesdays AM (Gym) for grades 1-3 [K in January]
Thursdays AM (Gym) for grades 4-5
Intramurals are an opportunity for students to get more activity time throughout the day. Intramurals start at 8:00 am and last about 45-50 minutes, allowing students the opportunity to eat breakfast. Also, intramurals is the student's chance to choose the activity that they play. Mr. Herrera does not design the intramural curriculum. Contact Jason Herrera (jherrera9@cherrycreekschools.org) for more information.
Jump Rope Club (1-5): Free
Friday AM (Gym) - WINTER ONLY
Jump Rope Club is an introduction to different jump rope tricks and routines. Some of the routines are set to music and in order to become a Super Skipper you must have at least 1 year of Jump Rope Club experience. Contact Jason Herrera (jherrera9@cherrycreekschools.org) for more information.
Jump Rope/Super Skippers (1-5): Free
Monday AM (Gym) - WINTER ONLY
The High Plains Super Skippers is our Traveling Jump Rope Demo team. We work with the American Heart Association to help promote Jump Rope for Heart at many schools in the Southern Denver Metro Area. We have traveled and performed at a number of schools and on Television (Channel 4 and Colorado & Company). Super Skippers are required to have a minimum of 1 year Jump Rope Club experience and must know how to perform a number of individual tricks, partner tricks and performance routines. Contact Jason Herrera (jherrera9@cherrycreekschools.org) for more information.
Music (K-2): Free
TBD AM (Music Room)
Express your creativity through music! Students will be exposed to different genres and instruments, from classical to disco and modern rock. This class is open to Kindergarten through 2nd grade students. Topics will include basic music rhythm/time, understanding of a musical staff and notes, instrument recognition and demonstrations. Class format will be adapted to move with the interest and musical understanding of the class. Contact parent Pam Lukes (pam_rowland@hotmail.com) for more information.
Running Club (K-5): Free
Fridays AM (Gym) for 1-5 - FALL ONLY
Fridays AM (Gym) for K-5 - SPRING ONLY
Bring your parents and siblings and join us on Friday mornings for some fun running activities around High Plains in the Fall and Spring. Running Club will begin on Friday, August 26th in order to prepare for the Fall Fitness Festival 5k scheduled for September 10th. Contact Jason Herrera (jherrera9@cherrycreekschools.org) for more information.
Science Club (K-5): $
Friday AM (Science Lab)
Where science and fun are one!! Children learn all about the exciting world of science with classes that are stimulating and fun, getting each student personally involved in real science projects. Start your child on a wondrous journey that lasts a lifetime. Each session will be 4 weeks. Program dates are as follows:
Gear It Up - Session Dates: 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21
Build a catapult, make a robot hand, and invent your own machine as we learn the laws of motion. Spring into action with this club! From skateboards to giant cranes, we'll learn how to harness the natural forces that make machines tick. So much physics fun it will make your head spin.
Outback Expedition - Session Dates: 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
G'day Mates! We're going "Down Under" on a fascinating expedition. Paint your face like the Aborigines, crack a geode, create your own Mystery Stone with a surprise inside and create your own Cuddly Koala. Jump at this chance to trek the Australian Continent. Crikey!
Pop! Bang ! Fizz! - Session Dates: 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/9
A little of this, a little of that, some wild reactions is where it's at! Make a slushy treat to eat, create a fizzy bath bomb, and see Soda Slobber. We'll create a Rainbow in a Cup and so much more. You won't believe our mixing fun can teach some science before it's done. With a pop, or a bang, or even some fizz, you have become a chemistry whiz!
Super Science Smorgasbord - Session Dates: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27
It's a Grab Bag of Science. Make a Science Matters Hopper that can jump 12 feet; create your own rock collection and explore the Rock Cycle; become a Science Magician and use science to amaze your friends with a Magic Kit. With a little of this and a little of that, it's fun for everyone.
Contact Barbara Moore at info@sciencematters.tv, (303) 805-9287 or visit our website at http://www.sciencematters.tv for more information! You can also register for the club by going to http://www.sciencematters.tv, and clicking on the “Click me for after school club registration” icon (even though the club is before school). Tuition is $69/session with discounts available for siblings. There are scholarships available; please contact Barbara Moore for more information.
Spanish Club (K-5): $
Tuesday AM for K-2 (Classroom 149)
Thursday AM for 3-5 (Classroom 149)
Learn Spanish at High Plains with Bike Path Learning. We put your child on the path to Spanish language fluency. Experience the fun of our year long curriculum based enrichment program. Our teaching method is THE MOST EFFECTIVE for learning whole language skills and really creating full understanding. New students quickly advance to a “Spanish Language” only environment.
Spanish lessons are BEFORE School 8:00-8:45am. K-2nd classes begin September 13th and will be held on Tuesdays; 3-5th grade classes begin September 15th and will be held on Thursdays. Multiple tuition options are available with various discounts, sibling, staff, yearly & others. Tuition costs for 2011-2012 are $350/year, $120/trimester plus registration fee or $42/month plus registration fee. Class space is limited so don’t wait to register! Contact Charnie Bledsoe at bikepathlearning@yahoo.com, 303-503-9661 or visit our website at http://www.bikepathlearning.com.
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