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Nominations for the 2026 Apple Awards are open. Be sure to visit this webpage to submit your nomination(s) the deadline is October 20!

Each year, The Foundation for Douglas County Schools honors exceptional educators and staff who are inspiring a love of learning in students and are trailblazing extraordinary innovation in our schools. Over the years, the annual Apple Awards has grown to engage the entire community, bringing in thousands of nominations every year for teachers and staff members across our school district.

The 2026 Apple Awards Gala will be held on Saturday, March 28 at the DCSD Legacy Campus. Learn more about this event!

Wednesday, October 1 is a Critical Day for Our School Funding

School attendance is important every day, however October 1 has particular importance to the school. Douglas County School District is funded via the Public School Finance Act of 1994. Funding is based on the number of students present on the “official count day”. Chaparral’s budget relies on the number of students that are counted through attendance on the official count day. This year that day is Wednesday, October 1. We understand that illness occurs, please contact the attendance line if your student will be absent. 303.387.3502

Date: Thursday, October 2

Time: 3:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Place: CHS Commons & Gyms

Helpful Tips:

• have a copy of your students schedule
• check their grades in Infinite Campus
• jot down any questions that are important to you
• please limit discussions this evening to 5 minutes. If more time is required please schedule a follow-up meeting

Parents Teacher conferences are October 2nd . If you are willing to contribute a food item or monetary donation please sign up on the sign up genius.

Questions? Please contact Heidi Posavad at Heidi.Posavad@dcsdk12.org

Congratulations to the Boys Tennis Team for soundly defeating Rock Canyon yesterday 6-1! Great win guys

There will be a Freshmen Baseball Camp on October 7through 9 from 3:20-5:30 p.m. Sign up through Coach DiGiosio in 507L.

STEM Informational Flyer

Humanities Informational Flyer

College & Career Newsletter: The CHS College Fair is Thursday, October 2 during homeroom- ALL GRADES ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.

ASVAB- October 21

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, or ASVAB, is a multiple-choice test used by the U.S. military to determine enlistment eligibility and potential career paths within the armed forces. It assesses various aptitudes and knowledge areas relevant to military jobs. The test helps match individuals with suitable roles based on their strengths and abilities. The date for the ASVAB has been changed from Wednesday, October 8th to Tuesday, October 21.. Here is a link to the registration form: Fall 2025 ASVAB The deadline to register is October 10

Dear CHS Community,

You are invited to the 2025 DCSD Diwali celebration on Tuesday, October 28 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Rock Canyon High School : 5810 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch, CO 80124. There will be complimentary snacks and sweets, cultural performances, and henna. An RSVP is required to attend. Please respond no later than October 7; use this link or the QR code on the invitation. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Welcome to senior year!

The CHS Yearbook staff hopes it is amazing and that you get to soak in every moment! We’ll be there to capture it for your yearbook.

Before you get busy with the year, please take the time to send us your senior portrait. The deadline is October 17 but we’re accepting portraits now! Click here to submit your portrait!

Thank you for helping us celebrate the class of 2026!

P.S. Make sure to reserve your copy of the yearbook today for the best pricing through MySchoolBucks!

Looking for community service opportunities? Please visit our NEW opportunities page!

Would you be interested in being a Business Sponsor for the 2026 Wish Week?

Email stugo@chaparralhs.org.

Wednesday, October 1 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

DCSD Legacy Campus, Lone Tree

Click here to RSVP

Featuring:

• Informative Presentations and Breakout Sessions
• Resource Tables
• Raffle for Great Prizes

Learn more about special education in the Douglas County School District. Dive into informative presentations and breakout sessions led by key teams, including:

• Autism
• Behavior
• Bridge and SWAP (School to Work Alliance Program)
• Early Childhood Education, Preschool
• Gifted and Talented
• Health, Wellness, and Prevention (Dr. Kelli Smith)
• Language and Cultural Engagement
• Mental Health
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Significant Support Needs (SSN)
• StateWide Assistive Technology and Augmentative & Alternative Communication (SWAAAC)

Thursday, October 23

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

DCSD Legacy Campus

Learn more about DCSD Postsecondary Readiness at the Career Path Expo. This expo will showcase many opportunities available to our students including Career and Technical Education (CTE), concurrent enrollment, work-based learning experiences and fifth and sixth year programs. Students from across the district will share their experiences and how these programs are helping them prepare for future success.

FAQs

Bus Route Information

Lunch Menus

Parent Portal FAQs

• September 22-27- Homecoming Week

• September 24 - SAC Meeting

• October 2- Parent/Teacher Conferences

• October 8 - PSAT/NMSQT Testing Day

• October 10 - End of the First Quarter

• October 13 - 17 - Fall Break, school is closed

• November 5 - Chaparral Showcase (Eighth Grade Open House)

• November 12 - SAC Meeting

Chaparral High School

Principal: Greg Gotchey

15655 Brookstone Dr. Parker, CO 80134

Phone: 303-387-3500

Fax: 303-387-3501

Attendance: 303-387-3502