Golden Family Newsletter

Dear Golden High School Families,

You are invited to join us for our upcoming School Accountability Committee (SAC) Kick-Off Meeting and Future Funding Information Session.

This combined event serves as our first SAC meeting of the school year and an informational session regarding the Mill Levy Override (MLO) measure on the upcoming November ballot.

What We’ll Cover:

• SAC Updates: Last year’s school performance, current campus goals, and an update on enrollment and our campus budget.
• MLO Session: Clear, factual details regarding the upcoming MLO measure to ensure our GHS community stays fully informed.

Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
• Time: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Location: Golden High School Library

We hope to see you there!

In partnership,

John Graham

Eleventh-grade students will have the opportunity to take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) at Golden High School on the morning Thursday, October 15th 8 - 11:30 AM. We highly encourage eleventh-grade students to take the exam as it prepares them for the SAT and provides opportunities for scholarships, college searches and Advanced Placement (AP) potential.

Please complete this form if you plan on having your student take the PSAT/NMSQT on the morning of Thursday, October 15th. This is an optional test, and there is a fee associated with it. The cost is $25. The fee will be added to your student's school account. This fee is non-refundable. This registration form closes on Sept. 25.

For more information, go to College Board Parent Information Page.

Golden High School students can receive free, in-person math tutoring—including homework help, test prep, and direct instruction—courtesy of the Graduate School Chapter of the Structural Engineering Institute at Mines.

• When: Mondays & Thursdays (Aug. 31 – Dec. 3) | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• Where: Mines Campus, McNeil Hall (Room 214) | 1400 Maple St., Golden
• What to Bring: Homework, classwork, or textbooks so tutors can best assist you.
• Registration: You must sign up at least 24 hours before each session to ensure adequate staffing. Click here to register.

More Info: Click here for more program information.

October 6: CU Anschutz Career Panel - Sign up here bit.ly/AnschutzGHS

Curious about careers in healthcare, science, and medicine? Join us for an interactive panel featuring professionals and students from CU Anschutz, including a GHS alumnus!

• Karen Parada: Science Communications & Social Media, Office of Clinical Trials
• Felicia Dahl: Doctor of Nursing Practice/Master of Public Health Student; active duty Army Public Health Nurse
• Emily Todd: Genetic Counselor, Department of Biomedical Informatics
• Liz Seelenfreund: Vice Chair, Finance & Administration, Department of Neurosurgery
• Rean Savi: GHS Alumni and Medical Student

We are looking for industry guests to join us to do practice interviews with students and to help them apply their networking skills. If you are interested in joining us to help our seniors develop some important career skills, please fill out this short Google form: bit.ly/ghswblday26. Help us spread the word!

Meet Harley, the new therapy dog at GHS! Harley will be visiting GHS weekly to say hello. He is a certified therapy dog and will be here to help students decompress. He will also help increase their serotonin levels (it's proven)! If you see him around the school, please give him a pet and say 'Hi, Harley'!

SchooLinks is an online college and career readiness platform used by Jeffco to help students plan for life after graduation with tools like self discovery assessments, resume builder, college and career exploration, and college application manager.

Parents & Guardians can Access their students' SchooLinks account with these directions:

1. You can access your guardian account by going to app.schoolinks.com

2. District synced your parent/guardian email on file with SchooLinks

3. If you have a Google, Microsoft, or LinkedIn email on file with the district, click Log in with Google, Log in with Microsoft, or Log in with LinkedIn on the right-hand side of the login page, then select your connected mail account.

4. If you do not have a Google, Microsoft, or LinkedIn email on file with the district, click Forgot password below the login button. Enter the email on file with the district and click Reset password.

5. Then enter the email on file with the district, then click Reset password.

6. An email will be sent to create a SchooLinks password. Follow the instructions to create your password, then return to the login page and log in via email and password.

Parents of Seniors: Complete FERPA Authorization for Your Student

On September 10th, there will be a benefit concert at the Buffalo Rose in support of the Jefferson Center, complete with live bands, auctions and an on-site Hope;Ink semicolon tattoo event.

Facebook event is here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1518197106258079

Ticket link is here: https://holdmyticket.com/event/464463?

Also on September 10th, Bob’s Atomic in Golden will be donating proceeds from the day to the Jefferson Center.

Then on September 17th and 18th, multiple tattoo studios are open for the annual Hope;Ink tattoo event. Registration can be found here: https://www.jcmh.org/hopeink-semicolon-tattoo-event

Check out the latest Class of 2027 announcements and upcoming college representative visits on the Golden High School Homepage. Simply scroll down and click on Class of 2027 Latest News.

Jostens visited GHS on Wednesday, September 2, to hand out Senior Cap & Gown ordering packets.

• Missed the meeting? Extra physical packets are available in the Main Office and the Counseling Center.

• Ready to order online? You can order directly through the Jostens Website.

All ordered items will be delivered directly to Golden High School, and Seniors will pick up their caps and gowns on May 20.

Senior photos and quotes are submitted through Jostens' Photo Share program using this link. The deadline is October 30th. If you choose not to submit a photo, we will use your school ID photo.

Senior Recognition ads (baby ads) are handled through The Yearbook Company, which can be found here. The deadline for recognition ads is November 17th, and there is early bird pricing through October 30th.

Email Ms. Geselbracht, laura.geselbracht@jeffcoschools.us with questions.

Golden High School is proud to partner with American Exchange Project to send our high school seniors on fully-funded trips across the United States. Students will participate in a two-week exchange (one week of traveling to discover a new town; one week of rediscovering Golden alongside visiting students). Have your student fill out an interest form, or consider becoming a host family today. For more information, reach out to Melissa Champion at mchampio@jeffcoschools.us or visit americanexchangeproject.org.

Our Demons Marching Band is taking the field for their very first competitive performance of the season! Join us on Tuesday, September 15th at Jeffco Stadium (6th & Kipling) for the Jefferson County Marching Band Festival.

• Event Starts: 5:00 PM
• Golden Performs: 7:00 PM

Let's fill the stands to give our band a massive cheering section! Wear your Demons gear and we'll see you at the stadium.

Order your 2027 yearbook now! You can order a yearbook through GHS registration now through September 11th. If you would like a personalized yearbook or want to order after September 11th, use this link to purchase your book on Jostens' website.

Email laura.geselbracht@jeffcoschools.us with questions.

The travel experience in China (Beijing, Chengdu, & Shanghai) in 2027 will be an amazing adventure that you’ll remember for the rest of your life—and we don’t want you to miss out! Use the QR codes or this link https://rsvp.eftours.com/y96jnza to register TODAY to learn more at our final IN-PERSON informational meeting. Please note that because students from both Golden HS and Lakewood HS will travel together, the meeting will be held at Lakewood High School with Ms. Schreiner-Li on Wednesday, September 9.

This trip is not sponsored or approved by Jeffco Public Schools. Jeffco Public Schools is not responsible in any way for any aspect of this travel and is not responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses caused by or related in any way to this trip.

The Demon Dash 5k is just around the corner. Join us at the NAAC on Saturday, Sept 5th at 9:45 AM to support the Demons Cross Country team. The course starts and finishes in the NAAC parking lots, with the middle of the race largely on the nearby trails. Walkers, joggers, and elite runners are all welcome.

Come on out early to support the high school races! Varsity starts racing at 8:15 AM, and JV starts racing at 8:55 AM.

Here is the Registration Link.

Support the GHS Golf team by grabbing lunch or dinner at El Dorado on September 9th between 11:00 AM and 8:00 PM. El Dorado is generously donating 20% of sales back to support the GHS Golf team!

Date: September 9th

Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Location: El Dorado, 720 Arapahoe St, Golden, CO 80401

Stop by, enjoy some great food, and help our golfers hit a hole-in-one this season!

Head over to the Big Gym on September 14th at 6:00 PM for the Girls' Soccer "Meet and Greet"! Come meet our new head coach, hear about the upcoming season, and learn more about the vision for the program. All returning players, prospective athletes, and families are welcome to attend!

Calling all K-8th grade cheerleaders! Registration is now open for the Golden Demons Mini & Jr Cheer Camp. Participants will learn cheer fundamentals and perform alongside the GHS Cheerleaders at halftime during the Golden Demons vs. Bear Creek football game!

See the flyer for details and registration information.

Join us for our upcoming PTA meeting — offered both in person (in the main office conference room) and virtually so every family can participate. Your voice helps shape school events, support teachers, and strengthen our community. Even a single meeting makes a difference. We’d love to see you there!

The Details!

Tuesday, September 8 · 5:45 – 7:00pm

Google Meet joining info

https://meet.google.com/qqz-wpim-xbt

Joining the PTA is one of the easiest ways to support our students and staff. Membership helps fund classroom resources, events, teacher appreciation, and more. Even if you can’t volunteer, becoming a member strengthens our community and ensures we can continue offering meaningful programs. Every membership truly matters.

We’re looking for a dedicated parent to lead this year’s After‑Prom Committee. After‑Prom is one of our most loved traditions — a safe, fun, memory‑making night for our students. The chair coordinates volunteers, activities, and decorations (don’t worry, you’ll have a full team behind you). If you enjoy planning events or just want to help create something special for our teens, we’d love to have you. If interested, please email president@goldendemonspta.org

Our annual Silent Auction is the backbone of our PTA budget — it funds nearly all of our programs for the year. We’re seeking a chair to organize item collection, oversee bidding logistics, and help promote the event. If you’re organized, creative, or simply passionate about supporting our school, this role makes a huge impact. If interested, please email president@goldendemonspta.org.

• 9/7: Labor Day, No school
• 9/8, 4:30 PM: School Accountability Committee Meeting
• 9/8, 5:45 PM: PTA Meeting
• 9/9, Homeroom & Lunch: Club Rush
• 9/18: Teacher/Staff Development - No school for students