Aurora Hills Middle School in conjunction with Wells-Fargo is presenting a 6-part mini-course "Hands-on Banking" for students and the parents. This is open to the first 30 families who sign up using the link below or registering by phone (303-341-7450). Advance registration is required.
Wells Fargo Hands On Banking Brochure English and Spanish
Online registration for Hands On Banking
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Dear Parents, Guardians, and Aurora Hills Community,
Youngsters develop an academic image of themselves at an early age, usually before they enter middle school. This academic image influences the path they take in middle school, high school, and beyond. Our most important responsibility as a learning partnership (school, family, and community), is to support students in the development of their academic image. But, I worry about the pressures and temptations outside the school. Students receive mixed messages from media and other sources that dangerous behaviors, such as fighting, drug use, gangs, and disrespect to adults or other students, is normal behavior and not harmful to their education. It is essential that the learning community of Aurora Hills work together to support the development of a positive academic image and combat the negative influences that can be so pervasive in a student’s world.
At Aurora Hills we stress the importance of youngsters actively engaging in the school by challenging themselves academically and by participating in athletics, clubs, and extracurricular activities. Studies have shown that students who are actively engaged in their school earn higher grades and have fewer discipline problems.
Every Monday morning the entire school participates in a lesson that is focused on bringing about a positive learning environment for all. We are currently using lessons from the International Baccalaureate Learner Profile, the Anti-Defamation League’s No Place for Hate, and Positive Behavior Support (P.R.I.D.E.) to support this work. As a staff, we have committed to bring about positive student behaviors by encouraging, teaching, and expecting appropriate behaviors from all students. We do our best to make positive connections with students, to provide positive encouragement as middle school students find their way, and to help students believe they can attain high academic standards.
Parents understand the importance of a solid education and often ask what they can do to support the development of a positive academic image in their children. A couple of key things that parents can do are impress upon your children the importance of good study habits and skills (which includes homework), insisting children read as much as they watch television, and to not allow the drama of middle school to get in the way of their education. Parents can also be a tremendous influence in making sure your son or daughter attends school on time, every day.
Your involvement in your child’s education reinforces the importance of an education. Opportunities for parent participation include Parent-Teacher-Student Organization (PTSO) which meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m.; the School Accountability Committee, which also meets the third Thursday following or preceding the PTSO meeting at 7:00 p.m.; and other school events and activities. “Night of Excellence” will be February 16, 2010, featuring the excellent academic work of your children. Parent conferences are scheduled throughout the year—September, November, February, and March. Our next scheduled dates are Thursday, February 25, and Tuesday, March 2, 2010. Plan to attend conferences and other events with your child to strengthen the partnership among parent, child, and teacher to support academic achievement.
Every day I look at Aurora Hills with a positive attitude. Yet, the problems we face are very real, very difficult, and very pervasive. As a school and district, we have taken numerous steps to keep youngster safe and to ensure our school is an orderly place conducive to learning. We have identified the non-negotiables of student behavior and will use the disciplinary system to address student fighting, encouraging a fight, defiance, insubordination, etc. When we consolidate our efforts as a learning community, we will be successful in developing young human beings full of spirit, curiosity, and unique interests and talents. I thank you for your support of Aurora Hills Middle School and invite you to support the school’s numerous efforts to keep the lines of communication open and positive.
This year at Aurora Hills, students will be participating in Mustang Mondays. Mustang Mondays are designed to teach social skills and character development. In addition, students will be participating in "No Place for Hate" a curriculum designed by the Anti-Defamation League to promote diversity and reduce racism amoung students.
Home of the Mustangs!
"Prepare every student for high school with the ability to enter the academic track of their choice. To prepare students to become active, compassionate, life-long learners within our ever changing diverse society."
Announcements at a Glance!
-Girls Basketball Starts (March 15th)
-Soccer Begins (March 15th)
-Junior National Honor Society Induction (March 18th @ 5:30pm)
-Mustang Friday Night (March 19th 6:00-9:00)
-Report cards go home with students(March 23)
-Choir Concert (March 25 @6:30)
-Spring Break (March 29-April 2)
CSAP Testing
CSAP stands for Colorado Student Assessment Program. It is a test designed to measure student achievement in relationship to the Colorado Model Content Standards. These standards are expectations specifying what students should know at particular points in their education. The CSAP provides a snapshot of student achievement in reading, writing, mathematics, and science.
To Prepare Your Child for CSAP Testing:
Here are some tips for parents to help their students do their best everyday and especially during the CSAP testing period. We ask for your help in the following areas.
What are some test taking tips that will help my child take CSAP? Remind your child:
• Read the test directions carefully
• Read the questions carefully and be sure to read all of the answer choices before responding
• If you don’t know an answer to a question, skip it and go on to the next question
• If there is time at the end of the test, then return to the unanswered question
• Eliminate any answers that you know are wrong, and then consider only those that might be right
• If you finish early, check your answers
