Smoky Hill Buffaloes Newsletter
This Week at the Hill
Monday 3/9 GREEN Day
Tuesday 3/10 RED Day + PTCO Mtg 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM in I-48 + Orchestra Spring Concert 7:15 PM - 8:45 PM Auditorium
Wednesday 3/11 GREEN Day + Advisory + S.A.C. Mtg from 6-7:30 pm in Main Office + D.A.C. Mtg @ ISF 6:30 pm
Thursday 3/12 RED Day + World Awareness Day
Friday 3/13 GREEN Day + World Awareness Day + Band/Orchestra/Choir Trip to LA
Cherry Creek Reads Goes Galactic!
Join us for a special Cherry Creek Reads Family Night in a planetarium! Step inside the inflatable StarLab dome and explore the night sky together. Discover constellations, hear stories of the stars, and celebrate the power of books to take us anywhere — even beyond our world.
Bring the whole family for an evening of reading, wonder, and cosmic adventure!
Date: March 10 at 6:00-7:30
Location: Eaglecrest High School Library
Learn more and RSVP at: http://tinyurl.com/CCSDReadsStarLab
District Accountability Committee (DAC) Community Forum
Please join us on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 6:30 pm, at the Instructional Support Facility, 5416 S Riviera Way, Centennial CO 80015
Our meeting this month will feature:
- Updates from the Board of Education and DAC
- A presentation from the Office of Career & Innovation
- Attendees will be able to explore the potential pathways of purpose for CCSD students including:
- CTE Districtwide
- Work-Based Learning
- CCIC and CC Pathways at Overland HS
- Advance Academics
- AVID
- Career Exploration
- MyCAP & Counseling
All DAC meetings are open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend. A link to the meeting will be sent the day prior (and will also be available on our website) for those who would like to attend virtually (please note that the virtual option will not be available for the evening’s break-out information sessions). Elected members of the DAC Executive Committee meet before the DAC Community Forums at 5:00 pm and those meetings are also open to the public. For more information about DAC, please visit our website.
Well Fest Coming March 28
On Saturday, March 28th, CCSD's Mental Health team will be hosting a FREE Wellness event from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM for all CCSD high school students & their caregivers at Smoky Hill High School.
Take part in a wellness resource and vendor hall, live music, therapy dogs, free lunch, giveaways and various wellness workshops covering topics like mindfulness & yoga.
Free transportation will be provided from local area schools throughout the day. Register today To secure your spot and transportation at WellFest 2026!
LEARN MORE » Register and learn more now
State of Colorado Outstanding Athletics Administrative Assistant the Year: Dawn Michael
Our very own Dawn Michael was nominated by the Centennial League Athletic Directors for a high honor. She was unanimously voted as the STATE Winner of this year’s “Outstanding Athletics Administrative Assistant the Year” award. The winner of this prestigious award is selected by the members of the Colorado Athletic Directors Association from statewide nominations. Due to her outstanding contribution to Colorado Athletics, Dawn will be recognized at the 53rd annual CADA awards banquet on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the Beaver Run Resort in Breckenridge, Colorado.
Please join us in recognizing and celebrating the time commitment, effort and sacrifice that Dawn makes to help our athletic department, and school, run in a way that is top notch among all other CHSAA member high schools. Very proud and grateful to have her on our team here at Smoky Hill.
Letter Jackets Order
Western Awards will be at school during lunches on Wed, March 11th for letter jacket orders and fittings. Link to order form here. Please contact our Athletics Office for more info 720-886-5551.
Sponsorship Information
Dear Sponsorship Families of Smoky Hill High School,
Smoky Hill Athletics have collaborated this year to bring a fun and interactive event to raise funds and promote community collaboration in 2026. This year, Smoky Hill High School will host their 1st Annual Smoky Hill Athletics Golf Tournament, which we are calling, The Smoky Hill Stampede Scramble. This exciting event will take place at Meadow Hills Golf Course on Thursday, May 28th. Smoky Hill Athletics is seeking local businesses to sponsor our event and program. In return, we would be honored to become a local promoter of your business. Each donation is tax deductible and if requested, the appropriate documentation will be sent to you for your records. The sponsorship levels available are listed below for the upcoming golf tournament.
TITLE SPONSOR (LEADER OF THE HERD) - $5,000
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament website homepage and any other literature at event
● Opportunity to Speak at awards luncheon
● 8 player registration fee, cart fee & range balls, lunch for 8 players and 4 raffle tickets each (32 total)
● Opportunity to put marketing materials in the Swag Bag
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums), and Football program during 2026-27 school year.
● Individual Hole Sign Marker and Pin Flag
● Free admission for 2 to all Smoky Hill home games (all sports) for 2026-27 school year
LUNCH SPONSOR - $3,500
● Covers cost of lunch for all golfers
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● Opportunity to Speak at awards luncheon
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Opportunity to put marketing materials in the Swag Bag
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year.
● Individual Hole Sign Marker
SWAG BAG SPONSOR - $2,500
● Company Logo and information on the front of the Swag Bag given to every golfer the day of the event
● Opportunity to put marketing materials in the Swag Bag
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16 )
● Opportunity to put marketing materials in the Swag Bag
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year.
● Individual Hole Sign Marker
PLATINUM BUFFALO BUSINESS SPONSOR - $2,000
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● Opportunity to Speak at awards luncheon
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year
● Opportunity to put marketing materials in the Swag Bag
GOLF CART BANNER AND SCORECARD SPONSOR - $2,000
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● Logo and information on Golf Cart and Scorecards
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year
● Individual Hole Sign Marker
GOLD BUFFALO BUSINESS SPONSOR - $1,500
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year
● Individual Hole Sign Marker
MEN’S LONGEST DRIVE SPONSOR - $1,500
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● Custom signage on the Men’s Longest Drive contest hole
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year
LADIE’S LONGEST DRIVE CONTEST SPONSOR - $1,500
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● Custom signage on the Ladie’s Longest Drive contest hole
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year
HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR - $1,500
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year
● Custom signage at the Sign In Table and at awards luncheon
CLOSEST TO THE PIN SPONSOR - $1,500
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● Custom signage on the Closest to the Pin contest hole
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year
● Opportunity to set up a table/canopy at same Tee box
SILVER BUFFALO BUSINESS SPONSOR - $1,000
● Special recognition at event, Logo on Golf Tournament Website homepage and any other literature at event
● 4 Player Registration fee, cart fees & range balls, lunch for 4 players and 4 raffle tickets each (16)
● Advertisement on the Jumbotron at Smoky Hill high school home games (Gymnasium and both district stadiums) during 2026-27 school year Hole Sponsor
● Company Logo/ information on a Sponsorship sign at a Tee box
● Opportunity to set up a table/canopy at same Tee box
SPONSOR AN ATHLETE - $400
● Covers 1 Smoky Hill athlete’s registration fee for upcoming school year ● Individual registration fee, cart fee & range balls, and lunch ● Name/company placed on Individual Hole sign Marker
RAFFLE PRIZE SPONSOR
● Donation specific to the purchase of raffle items
● Recognition depending on amount donated or items donated
If you are unable to monetarily support our programs, we would also love your support in the following ways:
● Merchandise for our raffle prizes
● Merchandise for our giveaway swag bags
● Discount cards or coupons for our participants
● Service coupons for our raffle prizes
If you would like to only participate in our tournament please register as a participant .
FOURSOME - $600
● A group of 4 golfers
● registration, green fees, cart fees, range balls
● lunch for 4 and 4 raffle tickets each
INDIVIDUAL GOLFER - $150
● Will be paired with other individuals on the day of the tournament.
● includes, green fee, cart fee, range balls, lunch and 4 raffle tickets.
All packages are available for purchase on our website at or by scanning the QR code.
Explore Construction Management
The 2026 Construction Management Summer Institute will be held June 2 – 6 on the CSU Campus.
Apply now at this link. The priority application deadline is March 15.
This five-day four-night on-campus program is for up to 26 high school students aged 15-18 who are interested in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC). Each day participants engage with professionals representing AEC industries as well as college mentors to work on building confidence and developing an understanding of construction management and related careers while having fun exploring construction related topics and activities!
This program is intended for students who are curious about the field but may not yet see themselves in this industry. We will explore beginner construction concepts, materials, and equipment, but also themes of confidence, empowerment, and creating an industry that is welcoming to all in a supportive environment where newcomers are encouraged.
Buff Pantry
As a class, we have aimed to make a difference in our Smoky Hill community, and we decided to do this by creating a safe space where students can receive the food and hygiene products they need on a weekly basis. We offer multiple types of food, whether it’s canned/boxed or just quick snacks, hygiene products, baby products (diapers/wipes), and clothes/shoes. We receive donations from SECOR, the local community, students, and our CCSD district Food Pantry Liaisons. Last year, we were able to serve 70 families in total. Our goal is to limit food insecurity and strengthen our school holistically.
If you are in need: Here is the Buff's Pantry Google form link for you to fill out with your needs:https://forms.gle/NoraXVqzbxUYT4B8A
If you wish to donate: We are in need of the following items if you have any spare stock in your home or wish to purchase items from our list:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2O6R74E3W2244?ref_=wl_share
Also, you can have your student drop these off at the main office or bring them to Mrs. Ogide's room (1-11). We will also be running donation drives throughout the year. Stay tuned!
Download the Buffalo App!
Buffalo families and community. The Buffalo App is here.
Your one stop shop for all things Smoky Hill Activities and Athletics.
Download it today on the App Store and stay up to date with your favorite club/team.
Attendance
The safety and well-being of our students is of high priority. As such, the accurate monitoring of attendance is imperative to be able to account for students at all times. Please follow the procedures below.
- Send a text message through the Talking Points app (preferred),
- Step 1 - Open Talking Point and select New Message
- Step 2 - Scroll to the bottom of the list and select Smoky Hill High School (under School Admins)
- Step 3 - Include this information in your message: STUDENT'S NAME, the DATE and TIMES of the absence, the REASON your student is missing class, or needed to leave early.
- If any of the above information is missing or indecipherable, your student's attendance may not be updated.
- Call the Attendance Voicemail line prior to 2:00 p.m. on the day of the absence for daily absence.
- English: Attendance Voicemail- 720-886-5450
- Spanish Attendance Voicemail- 720-886-5455
- When leaving a voicemail message on the attendance line, please include the following:
- STUDENT'S NAME (please SPELL OUT the LAST NAME)
- YOUR NAME and PHONE NUMBER
- the DATE and TIMES of the absence
- the REASON your student is missing class
NOTE:
- To update home or work phone numbers, please login to my.cherrycreekschools.org and make those changes on the Guardian Tile.
- Absences that are not excused within 48 hours will require a Dean’s approval for changing an absence to “Excused.” ONLY 48 HOURS TO EXCUSE AN ABSENCE.
- If your student needs to be dismissed early from class, have him/her bring a note written by a parent or guardian to the Attendance Office prior to the start of the school day AND please send a Talking Points message. This is to help reduce disruptions in the classroom.
- Students who leave without following the above procedure may be marked “Unexcused.”
- In the event that a student becomes ill at school and needs to go home, he/she must either:
- Report to the clinic.
- The nurse will phone a parent/guardian and obtain permission.
- Have a parent/guardian call and give permission to the Main Office at the time the student is leaving.
Responses to Absences:
- Missing only four (4) days or 17 class periods a quarter classifies your student as Chronically Absent by the State of Colorado.
- Students who have unexcused absences will receive consequences that include, but are not limited to:
- Academic Re-engagement(s)
- Family Meeting(s)
- Being Placed on Attendance Support Plans
- Guardian Shadows
- Loss of privilege(s)
- Medical Note Requirement
- Truancy Court Referral