Huskie Happenings

• Sep 1 - Senior Class Panoramic Photo, 9:30am @ Main Gym
• Sep 1 - Activities Fair, 10:00am @ North Gym
• Sep 3 - Senior Meeting Night, 6:00pm - 7:30pm @ Wally Theater
• Sep 4 - Picture Re-Takes, 8:00am - 2:00pm @ North Gym
• Sep 7 - Labor Day - No School
• Sep 9 - NFL Jersey Day
• Sep 10th - Eat at Chick-fil-a to support After Prom, 6:00am - 10:00pm @ both Castle Rock locations (see flyer below for details)
• Looking Ahead - Sep 29 - IB Junior Induction, 6:00pm - 8:00pm @ Auditorium

The Senior Class Panoramic Pictures will be taken on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 @ 9:30 AM in the gym. This is the ONLY time pictures will be taken of the whole Senior class, so please make sure your student is in school and on time for this special event. All ordering is online at https://bestclasspicture.com.

Campus Security will begin issuing warning tickets during the week of 08/24–08/28 to vehicles parked in campus parking lots without a valid parking permit (hang tag) or parked in an unauthorized area.

Please make sure you have a valid parking permit displayed and park only in designated parking spaces.

Beginning 08/31/26, Campus Security and the School Resource Officer will issue School Violation and State Law Violation parking tickets.

School Violation Tickets

School Violation tickets may be issued for:

• Parking in the wrong parking lot
• Parking without a valid hang tag displayed
• Parking in a visitor or faculty area between 6:30 a.m. and 2:55 p.m.
• Parking in a painted senior parking space

State Law Violation Tickets

State Law Violation tickets may be issued for:

• Parking in a non-parking space
• Parking in a fire lane
• Parking in a handicap-accessible space
• Parking in a traffic lane

Consequences for violations range from a documented warning and email to parents, to your vehicle possibly being booted with a removal fee, revoked pass, and a state ticket.

Please help us keep our campus safe and accessible by following all parking regulations and displaying your parking permit properly!

The Huskie International Baccalaureate Parent Organization is the parent support organization for the IBO chapter at Douglas County High School (DCHS) in Castle Rock, Colorado. It was formed by the parents of DCHS students who are in the IB program. If you have a student currently in the IB program (DP, Scholar or Course) or an underclassman who will be in one of the programs, we would love to have you! Email huskieibpo@gmail.com to be added. Our next meeting is Thursday, September 3 from 6pm - 7pm virtually and in person in the IB Office (Room 31 North). Visit the IBPO page on our website for more information.

Are you interested in participating in the IB Diploma or Scholar Program your junior and senior year? Make sure you register soon! To register, please complete one of the forms linked below, depending on what program you are interested in:

• Diploma Program Registration

• Scholar Program Registration

If you are unsure, I suggest registering for the Diploma Program (DP) so we can make sure you are on the right path. You can always switch programs prior to your junior year!

Want more information about our programs? You can complete the Interest Form to be contacted by the coordinator and reference the IB Program Guidance Booklet in the meantime.

Parents and Staff: please show your student(s) this simple flyer to join Battle of the Books!

Wednesday, Sept 9th is:

NFL JERSEY DAY

Wear your favorite team jersey and let the rivalries begin!

The purpose of the School Accountability Committee is to inform, encourage and provide opportunities for parent and community members to be involved in the planning and evaluation of the school's instructional program and quality improvement processes. SAC wants you our parents to get involved. Join us at our next meeting dates of the 2026/2027 school year!

Please click the photo to take you to our website for more info.

26-27 SY:

September 14, 2026 @ 4:30-5:30pm in the DCHS Library

October 5, 2026 @ 4:30-5:30pm in the DCHS Library

November 9, 2026 @ 4:30-5:30pm in the DCHS Library

February 8, 2027 @ 4:30-5:30pm in the DCHS Library

April 5, 2027 @ 4:30-5:30pm in the DCHS Library

The energy in the weight room is absolute electric, and no one is bringing the hype quite like Mr. Kopenhafer!

It’s more than just lifting weights—it’s about building strength, boosting confidence, and supporting each other every step of the way. Whether you're chasing a PR or picking up a barbell for the very first time, this room is all about power and positivity.

- Senior Meetings invites are going out. SENIORS CHECK YOUR EMAIL. This is a very important meeting for graduation and life after high school.

- Senior Meeting Night is Sept 3rd. - Topics Covered: Sending transcripts/letters of recommendation, Naviance, Financial Aid, Common App.

- Community Service - To graduate you must have 20 hours of community service completed. Questions? Talk to Mrs.Hartman in the Counseling Office.

-Click above for full Counseling Update

Huskies Fall Sports are underway! Good luck to all of our teams and athletes!! Our next few varsity home events are below. If you would like to check out a more comprehensive calendar of athletics and activities, please visit this link to our arbiter live calendar. You can also pre-order game tickets for soccer, football, flag football and volleyball on the go fan app and our gofan page.

After Prom may feel far away but it takes a mountain of resources to make this event come to life and keep your kids safe the night of Prom. Please consider helping and here are a few ways how you can.

- Sign up to volunteer (reach out to ekoehlermathena@dcsdk12.org)

- Donate (scan the QR code or click the photo below)

- Participate in our give back night at Chick-fil-a on September 10th. Go to either Castle Rock Chick-fil-a location September 10th all day to support our school. To participate, use your mobile app and place your order at your desired location. Then on the review screen tap the "Support Community Care Event" button and put in the code "afterprom" to complete your order and you will help make this year's After Prom the best yet!