Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Dear 8th Grade Parents,
It’s hard to believe that we are 2/3 of the way through this school year! I have enjoyed watching the 8th graders grow into young men and women over the years and love hearing their excitement about high school.
As we head into Spring Break, I want to share lots of important information and dates with you. This is an exciting and jam-packed time of the year for these students, and you!
8th Grade Photos
Friday, March 29, 2024
Every year we take an end-of-year formal photo of our 8th grade students. This year that will take place on Friday, March 29th. Your child MUST wear blue jeans (no holes) and a plain white shirt. Boys will need to wear a collared white shirt. Dress of Choice guidelines apply. In addition to the class photo, we will have Van Gogh School Photographers on campus to take individual photos of students in their white shirt and in a cap and gown. Photos will be available for purchase- a flier will be passed out to students at school this week with additional information.
Excellence in Character Awards
Monday, May 13, 2024
Our final Excellence in Character Awards presentation will be on Monday, May 13th. In addition to Character awards, we will have awards specific to 8th grade students and athletics. If your child is a recipient, you will be notified about two weeks before our ceremony.
8th Grade Retreat
Friday, May 17, 2024
8:30 am – 2:30 pm
This is an exciting opportunity for our 8th grade students to spend time together. Students will have the chance to celebrate the culmination of their time at AA while working on communication and problem-solving. Parents must drop off and pick up at Edge Ziplines & Adventures in Castle Rock, and students must bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Registration is available on the School Store.
8th Grade Mixer
Monday, May 20, 2024
4:30 – 5:30 PM
8th grade students from all 3 AA campuses are invited to an afternoon of games, trivia, and social time. Students will be grouped by the high school they will be attending in the fall and will have an opportunity to get to know their new classmates who also attended AA. This event is free of charge and cell phones are permitted so numbers can be exchanged. Registration is not required- just show up!
Last Day of School- 8th Grade Only
Tuesday, may 21, 2024
Your 8th grader’s last day of school at American Academy will be on May 21st. We will spend the day wrapping up the school year, cleaning out lockers, and then spend the afternoon playing outside at Field Day. If you also have 6th, 7th, or elementary students, there will be school on Wednesday, and Thursday (elementary field day).
Middle School Field Day
Tuesday, may 21, 2024
1:50 – 3:30 PM
We’ll continue the last day of 8th grade festivities outside for Field Day. You are welcome to come watch your student. More information about Field Day and volunteer opportunities will follow.
8th Grade Celebration
Tuesday, may 21, 2024
5:00 – 7:00 PM
As if the last day of 8th grade couldn’t get any better, we’ll spend the evening celebrating your 8th graders’ hard work with a big party! We will have food trucks and many photo opportunities available. There will not be a formal ceremony. What Would Cheesus Do? and Rebel Cookie Dough Confections will be on site for dinner and sweet treats. 8th grade students will eat for free; families may purchase dinner and/or dessert. We want this to be an evening of celebration and save the formal graduation ceremony for high school and beyond.
We will be putting together a slideshow that will be playing in the gymnasium during the 8th Grade Celebration. If you would like to submit a photo of your student, one as a young child, and a current photo, we would be happy to include your photos in our slideshow. Please email your student’s photos to Angela Criscolo.
YOUR TO-DO LIST
Upcoming Events |
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March 29 |
8th Grade Class Photo & Graduation Photo |
May 13 |
Excellence in Character & Middle School Awards |
May 17 |
8th Grade Retreat 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM |
May 20 |
8th Grade Mixer 4:30 – 5:30 PM |
May 21 |
Last day of 8th Grade |
May 21 |
Middle School Field Day 1:50 – 3:30 PM |
May 21 |
8th Grade Celebration 5:00 – 7:00 PM |
May 23 |
Last day of school for Elementary, 6th, and 7th |
Thank you for sharing your wonderful student with us at American Academy!
April Winder
Middle School Principal, Motsenbocker
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American Academy
Motsenbocker Campus
P : 720-292-5692
F : 720-792-7611
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